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Inside This Issue...

Interiors GardeningOspreys

Local:

Rutland Ospreys, Artists Open

Studios, Rutland Hippo’s

Health : Beauty : Books : Travel

Motoring

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May is seen for many of us as the start of the better weather, where we are all hoping that the Bank Holiday weekends will be warm and sunny. April saw many warmer days, but there’s still that danger of a slight early frost even into May. Our Garden Scene this month touches on pruning those tall herbaceous plants and also how you should get those vegetables planted out.

In the Scene offices, we are avidly following the Rutland Ospreys & probably as this edition is delivered out and about in Rutland, there may well be eggs in the nest! It’s worth catching up on the nest webcam www.ospreys.org.uk/webcam

With so many features this month including Health & Beauty, Fitness, Motoring, Interiors and Travel you really must pull up a chair (in the garden on a beautiful Spring day!) and give yourself some ‘Scene time’.

We are also online, so have a look through our website www.thescenemagazine.co.ukand you can read current and past editions and share them with friends and family,including the new Wedding Scene magazine too!

Heidi & Naomi x

Welcome

Scene OfficesScene Marketing, The Old School House, Great North Road, Wittering PE8 6BXTel: 01780 783613 The Scene online www.thescenemagazine.co.uk | www.issuu.com/the_scene_magazine

Useful numbers 4 & 5Community 6 – 10Health & Beauty 11 – 15 Home & Garden 16 – 19Family & Crafts 20 & 21Rutland County Show 25Rutland Ospreys 30 & 31Bountiful Botswana 32 & 33Motoring 34 & 35Edith Weston Fayre 36 & 37What’s on 38 & 39Citizens Advice Bureau 40Book reviews 41Langham Church 42Recipe 46

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Need a phone number? Then look no further than our useful numbers Police, Health,

Sports clubs, Libraries, Vets and Places of Worship Helplines/Advice, Public Services

SPORTSVale of Catmose College

Sports Centre 01572 756181

www.rutnet.co.uk/vcc

Oakham School Sports Centre 01572 758754

Rutland County Council Active Recreation Team

01572 722577www.rutland.gov.uk

AthleticsRutland Athletic Club

01572 757617 01572 723606

www.rutlandac.supanet.com

BadmintonOakham Badminton [email protected]

FootballRoyce Rangers Junior FC

Cottesmore, Barrow & BurleyGreetham, Thistleton, Stretton,Clipsham, Exton 01572 812202(Cottesmore Church office)

Empingham – Edith Weston, NorthLuffenham, Lyndon, Manton, Whitwell, Preston, Ridlington, Wing, Pilton The Revd Stuart Mitchell01780 460139

Lyddington, Stoke Dry, Seaton,Caldecott, Glaston, Bisbrooke, Harringworth The Revd Jane Baxter01572 822717

Uppingham, Ayston, Belton, WardleyThe Revd Canon Stephen Evans01572 823381

Barrowden & Wakerley, SouthLuffenham, Morcott, DuddingtonTixover The Revd Geoff Angell01572 747192

Ketton, Collyweston, Easton on the Hill, Wittering The Revd David Everett 01780 720228

St Josephs Catholic Church,Oakham 01572 722308

Congregational Church, Oakham01733 262086

Methodist Church, Oakham01572 756946

Methodist Church, Uppingham01572 722239

Baptist Church, Oakham01572 724990

School Chapel, Oakham01572 758797

Langham Baptist Church01572 768386

The Religious Society of Friends(Quakers) 59 South Street,Oakham01780 460454 (voicemail)

Market Overton Free Church01572 767383

07800749907 / 01572821189

Horse ridingRutlandRidingClub

01780 755237www.rutlandridingclub.co.uk

RugbyOakham Rugby Club

01664 454421 01572 770274

www.oakhamrfc.co.uk

RunningRutland Running Club

01572 755533E:[email protected]

SailingRutland Sailing Club

01780 720292www.rutlandsc.co.uk

TennisOakham Tennis Club

07966 466482 / 07971 457739oakhamltc.org.uk

POLICENon emergency(0116) 222 2222

In a non emergency - for example not requiring police

attendance - or to report a non-urgent crime, there is one

telephone number for the whole of Leicester,

Leicestershire and Rutland.

Support AdvicelinesCrimestoppers 0800 555 111

Emergencies 999Childline - 0800 11 11

Parentline 0808 800 2222

Samaritans 08457 909090

Citzens Advice Bureau56 High Street Oakham

LE15 6AL0845 120 3705

www.rutlandcab.org.uk

Local CouncilsRutland County Council

Catmose, Oakham, Rutland, LE15

6HP Tel: 01572 722577E: [email protected]

Uppingham Town CouncilThe Town Hall, High Street East,

Uppingham, Rutland, LE15 9PY - 01572 822681

www: uppinghamtowncouncil.co.uk

Rutland Adult Learning Enquiries and Enrolment

E: [email protected]

www.rutnet.co.uk/adultlearning

HEALTHDoctors

Barrowden Surgery8 Kings Lane LE15 8EF

01572 748635

Dr D A J Ker & PartnersCold Overton RoadOakham LE15 6NT

Empingham Medical Centre37 Main Street LE15 8PR

Ketton SurgeryGeeston Road PE9 3RH

01572 823531

Market Overton SurgeryThistleton Road LE15 7PP

0844 815 1470

Somerby SurgeryOakham Road LE14 2PZ

0844 815 1470

The Uppingham Surgery2 London Road LE15 9TJ

01572 823531

ChemistsAshdale Pharmacy

3 Market Place, UppinghamLE15 9QH

01572 822343

Boots The Chemist26 High Street East,

UppinghamLE15 9PZ

01572 823304

Boots The Chemist18 High Street, Oakham

LE15 6AL01572 722024

Day Lewis21 High Street, Oakham

LE15 6AH

Valley PharmacyKings Lane, BarrowdenLE15 8EF01572 747433

Your Local Boots PharmacyCold Overton Road, Oakham LE15 6NT01572 770101

DentistsADP OakhamThe White House, 17 Burley Road Oakham, LE15 6DH 01572 770579

D S Nadany2 Market Street, OakhamLE15 6DY 01572 755002

Dentith & Dentith83 South Street, OakhamLE15 6BG 01572 755970

J A Gwyther74 High Street, OakhamLE15 6AS 01572 755260

Oakham Dental StudioKnight’s Yard, Gaol StreetOakham, LE15 6AQ01572 771775

RM Allen 9 Market Place, UppinghamLE15 9QH - 01572 821040

R M Pancholi / M P Gokani Unit 3, Ayston House, Ayston Road Uppingham LE15 9RL 01572 823595

West Road Dental Practice 71 West Road, Oakham LE15 6LT 01572 722677

Ketton Tennis Club01780 460501

VolleyballOakham Volleyball Club

01572 812544

LIBRARYOakham Library

Catmose Street LE15 6HW 01572 722918

Uppingham Library,Queen Street LE15 9QR

01572 823218

Ketton LibraryHigh Street PE93TE

01780 720580

Ryhall LibraryCoppice Road, PE9 4HY

01780751726

Mobile Library offers afortnightly service to the

villages of Rutland

VETSBest Friends Veterinary Centre

Melton Road, Oakham, LE15 6AY 01572 770011

www.bestfriendsgroup.com

Oakham Veterinary HospitalAshwell Road, Oakham,

LE15 7QH 01572 722647www.oakhamvethospital.co.uk

Rutland Veterinary Centre12a Ayston Road, Uppingham,

LE15 9RL 01572 822399

PLACES OF WORSHIP

Oakham Ashwell, Braunstonin Rutland, Brooke, Egleton,

Hambleton, Langham, MarketOverton, Teigh, Whissendine

The Revd Lee Francis- Dehqani 01572 722108

Ryhall, Essendine, CarlbyThe Revd Patrick McKee

01780 762398Oakham Town CouncilVictoria Hall, High Street,

Oakham01572 723627


Recycling CD’s and DVD’sA brand new recycling facility for CD’s and DVD’s is being set up at Rutland’s CA sites,

Rutland County Museum, Oakham and Uppingham Libraries and in the reception at the councils main offices in Oakham. CD’s and DVD’s that contain information as well as those containing music and films will be recycled and in some cases skimmed for reuse. DVD’s will be granulated and used

for road surfacing, all of which will be carried out locally.

www.recycle4rutland.org.uk01572 722 577

Catmose Campus opens its doors

Rutland County Council and Catmose College are pleased to announce the official

completion of the Catmose Campus project.

The campus will include a new Children’s Centre as well as providing a base for

services such as adult learning and other specialist support plus the new community

sports centrewww.catmosecollege.com.

RUTLAND ARTISTS OPEN STUDIOS 2011

An impressive total of 81 artists will be exhibiting right across Rutland and into

neighbouring counties as part of Rutland Open Studios in June this year. Rutland is home to an amazing variety of artists,

many of whom are at the top of their chosen field, be that painting,

photography, sculpture, ceramics, textiles, mixed media, jewellery-making, furniture

and more. On every weekend in June, the artists will be either opening the doors to their own private studios or sharing public spaces in group shows, and inviting the

public to view their work. This will also be a chance to buy, at direct prices,

something beautiful and original that will last a lifetime, and perhaps even gain in value over the years. The Rutland Open

Studios event will then culminate in a group show featuring work by most of the participating artists across all media, as

part of the Four Winds Festival at Rutland Water on the final weekend, 25-26 June.

Alan Oliver, ‘Normanton Church’, ink and watercolour, 15” x 11”

Community Community

www.rutlandopenstudios.co.uk01572 747 639.

Free entry to all exhibitions.


HipposTickets are now available for a charity auction taking place at St. George’s Barracks, North

Luffenham this this month which will give local residents the chance to win one of the famous Rutland Hippos. The fibreglass sculptures that caused such a stir throughout the county last summer have already started waking up from their winter hibernation and the countdown is now on as they are just weeks away from

going under the auctioneers hammer.Organisers of the event are Arts for Rutland, raising money for the Army Benevolent Fund and to support local artists and arts projects. The Hippos will be on show for one last time

outside the Barracks up to 21 May. Saturday 21 May at 7.30pm, tickets £35 per

personContact Joy Everitt 01572 720 922 or

07770 543 118.

On 1 April this year, Sarah Outen began her epic journey around the world. With

two boats, one bike, two oceans and across three continents, Sarah isn’t due

home for two and a half years. On Sarah’s website, you can follow her

journey, learn more about the customised boats and bike and keep up to date with

Sarah’s phonecasts and blog updates.We’ll bring you an update each month on

Sarah’s progress, successes, challendges and milestones, but in the meantime,

follow www.sarahouten.com

Plans for this year’s Rutland Food Festival are well underway and it’s now gearing up to top last year’s fantastic event. Rutland Food Ambassador and Michelin Starred chef, Sean Hope is set to be leading the cooking demonstration marquee and is looking forward to revealing the line up of his top chefs soon – something not to be missed. A number of providers have also already confirmed their attend-ance including; Brocklebys selling award winning savory and fruit pies, Fen Farm Venison selling fresh and cooked veni-son burgers and steaks, Amphora Wines who will be selling high quality local fine and everyday wines, Cookie

Box selling beautifully steamed puddings and Christmas puddings, Groovy Foods who will be providing a a hog roast, Juicy Jackets providing delicious jacket potatoes and Little Cakes who will be proving beautifully designed cupcakes, and cakes.

It takes place as part of the wider Rutland Day celebrations on Saturday 17th September at Rutland Water, Sykes Lane from 11am - 6pm.

London 2 London, via The World

Food Festival date for your diary

Community Community


Castle Cottage Cafe

Life is full of little Pleasures; a smile, a friendly face and a lovely slice of cake! That’s the message at the Castle Cottage Cafe in Oakham where you can enjoy homemade cakes and freshly prepared food in a warm, friendly and relaxed

environment. Next to All Saints Church in the heart of Oakham,

you can enjoy breakfast, morning coffee, lunch, afternoon tea, and in the summer the garden bar will be

open for evening drinks on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays.

www.castlecottagecafe.co.uk

Whilst reducing your calories intake steadily will enhance weight loss, decreasing the calorie intake drastically will make your body revert to starvation mode. Survival in this instance is the body’s number 1 priority which means holding onto your fat stores.Regular frequent snacks and meals are the key to success. Better to lose a little often,than to often not lose a little.

www.fitness2health.co.uk

FITNESS MYTHS

I’m sure that you have had heard lots of conflicting exercise tips over the years, about the best way to train, so it is time to shed some light on

some fitness myths floating around in the fitness world.

Myth 1

Unfortunately body fat is reduced from all over the body and not a specific area. You maybe making things worse in some cases, by exercising that zone (i.e. squats will add size to your backside). Body fat will generally burn from the inside first and then finally hit those hard to get areas, which typically are the first places to gain. You need to ensure that you combine weights, cardio and nutrition.

If you want to reduce the size of your hips, backside or stomach, then you should exercise that area

Myth 2

Lots of running, cycling, x-training and rowing is the key to losing body fat (all known as Cardio)

Well done if you are committed to all this, but too much will have a negative affect on your overall physique. Basically too much cardio will eventually put your body into a calorie deficit and then start to use your muscles for an energy source - NOT GOOD! You will then start to lose your definition and tone. Muscle is metabolically active and burns more calories at rest. Try to combine a toning session with short bursts of cardio to preserve muscle.

Myth 3

The best way to lose body fat is to eat very little calories

Health & BeautyCommunity

Joint Film VentureUp to two films a week will be shown at Rutland County Museum through to May as Live@The Museum and Catmose Films

join forces.

Catmose Films are usually based at Catmose College in Oakham, but due to the college moving to new premises, the

film club are setting up temporary home at Rutland County Museum. Movie fans will have a huge selection of films to choose

from and the line-up is a healthy mixture of modern films and more well-known classics.

For information on both programmes please contact Rutland County Museum on 01572 758 440 or Catmose Films (only) on

01572 759 771.


Maxey House Retirement Home

Maxey House Residential Home | 88, Lincoln Rd | Deeping Gate | PE6 9BA | 01778 342244

Maxey House, located just outside Market Deeping,continues to go from strength to strength.

Maxey House is a beautiful Georgian House set in landscaped gardens that has been tastefully converted to provide professional care for its residents. We are independently owned and have been operating in the care home business for over 25 year and continue to offer an excellent standard of care catering to a variety of needs. The sole proprietor, Laura Levin, is involved in the day to day running of the home along with the excellent staff of which some have been

with the home for over ten loyal years. The entertainment program offers a variety of events which include music, craft afternoons, quizzes and games. We currently have vacancies and all

rooms available have been updated and decorated.

Maxey House continues to welcome new residents to the home so should anyone wish to come and view the rooms, no appointment is necessary, or contact us on the number below.

LEAFLET AND MAGAZINE DISTRIBUTORS WANTED

CALL 01522 514707

OR E MAIL [email protected]

Avocado Green!Home made Face Mask

Avocado & Honey

Avocado is perfect for dry or mature skin and through

the winter our skin has dried out with the cosy central

heating on! Avocado oil is rich

in essential fatty acids, vitamins and minerals. Honey is incredibly nourishing

and anti-inflammatory so helps with sensitive skin.

Make your Own Mask

Mash 1 avocado with a tablespoon of honey and smear evenly over the face. Leave for 15 minutes and

rinse off with warm water.

Health & Beauty

Hair with Essence of UppinghamBrighten up your hair this spring with an Aveda colour. All colours are 97 - 99%

natural and leave hair in incredible condition whilst adding shine, with a protective blend of sunflower, castor, and jojoba oils. The plant based colours help to make hair

multi tonal by allowing your own tones to shine through.

It is scientifically proven that the Garra

rufa fish are very effective at helping to

improve the skin. While removing the

dead skin from your feet by gently

nibbling (don’t worry they have no

teeth!), the fish secrete Diathanol which

is an enzyme well known to improve the

regeneration of skin cells. The fish are

also very therapeutic gently gliding over

your skin. Most people find the Garra

Rufa fish produce a pleasurable soothing

massage sensation!

Foot SpaGarra rufa (also known as Dr Fish) are an exotic fresh water fish found naturally in the warm springs of Turkey where locals have been using this method of dead skin removal for years, helping with skin disorders such as psoriasis.

Makeup brushes can hold bacteria, so clean them regularly with shampoo or a

commercial brush cleanser. First, run water over the bristles, then apply just a drop of

shampoo and lather up. Rinse well to get rid of the soap residue, then squeeze out all water

with a towel. Allow brushes to air-dry.

Beauty Tip


Open Day 1st May 12 - 4 pm

Health Hair & Beauty

Greetham Valley Hotel & Golf Complex Wine, nibbles and free mini treatments: manicures, massages, facials,

skin care & hair consultations.

Manicures, PedicuresRejuvanessence facialsAromatherapy massages and facialsHot stone massagesPermanent hair removalHypnotherapyIndian head massagesReiki ReflexologyShellac manicures and pedicuresBody scrubs and body wrapsFake tansTeeth whitening Full hair dressing service

Serene Hair and Beauty, owned by Heidi Grimwood who has dreamed for a long time ofopening her own health, hair and beauty spa, is based at Greetham Valley Golf and Hotel complex located just off the A1 in Greetham, Rutland.

Heidi has fully trained holistic and beauty therapists plus a laser teeth whitening technician, hypnotherapy/NLP practitioner as well as an experienced hair designer, all of whom will be offering their services at the spa.

You can choose to have a full all day pamper or indulgence package or a gents grooming day as well bridal packages, all of which will include lunch and refreshments. You are able to choose from a menu of treatments to suit your requirements and your budget, so call to discuss with Heidi.

Teeth Whitening

Contact Us:Tel: 07833 477351

E: [email protected]: www.serenehealthandbeauty.co.uk

Opening 1st May 2011

Holistic Therapy

Indulgence & Pamper Days

Half day Full Day Gents Grooming Bridal Packages Group Bookings Golfers MOT Packages for pre and post pregnancy

Discounts on all

bookings made on the day

Offering treatments such as;

Full days include lunch and refreshments

Book an appointment on the 1st May you will

receive a discount


With spring bulbs fading, bees buzzing and birds nesting, the glories of summer will soon be upon us! May is a beautiful and busy month full of blossom and scent; just keep one keen eye on the weather forecasts and a little fleece handy in case Jack Frost decides to pay us one last visit!

Ornamental gardenDamp down glass houses to increase humidity & divide Hostas as they come into growth. Now is a good time for the first batch of shrub cuttings in the soft-wood stage such as Fuchsia, Buddleia and Hydrangea. This soft growth lasts till about mid June and has the ability to root more successfully but is harder to look after once rooted. Take ¾ c m long cuttings just below a leaf joint and pinch out the tips. Bottom heat from a propagator is the single best way to increase chances of rooting.

On the veg patchPlant all main crop potatoes early in the month, also get sweet corn and runner-beans going early in modules. To avoid the dreaded carrot root fly cover your carrots with Enviromesh. This fine mesh prevents the fly getting to your precious roots and laying her eggs. Leave enough mesh either side to allow the carrots to grow, thin and harvest early in the morning or evening replacing the mesh as you go.

Pest and disease watch!

Watch out for little green Gooseberry Sawfly caterpillars that can defoliate a bush in a weekend! As lilies romp skywards beware of pretty red Lily Beetles. Pick off beetles if spotted and blast off larvae with a hose pipe.

Bees a buzzing, birds nesting....it must be May

By Joseph Whitehead www.gardenwiseadvice.com

Home & GardenHome & Garden

The Chelsea chop!Not an annual cull of any dodgy gardening presenters, but a pruning method used to control flowering time and size of tall herbaceous plants that can flop and be difficult to support eg Anthemis, Echinacea, Sedums, Phlox and Achillea. Chelsea time (end of May) cut back plants by half, water and feed to produce shorter bushier plants with more flowers.


If you are not in your forever home and plan to sell your property within the next couple of years, consider if replacing your existing kitchen is worth the expense, time and effort. If your current layout works and the cabinet carcasses are still in good working order then why go to the heartache of replacing them? You can achieve a completely new look simply by updating some of the existing fittings. Not only will this be considerably cheaper but the work will be completed within a shorter time frame, with a lot less disruption.

Start by calculating what budget you have to spend as this will help determine the level of improvements you can afford to make. You can gain a total new look by stripping the kitchen back to the bare carcass and replacing all fittings. However, if your budget doesn’t stretch that far, don’t worry, consider what combination of changes will give you the best results; a fresh new colour on the walls and ceiling, new handles on the cabinet doors and some trendy new tiles can help to transform a dated look.

If you opt for a full refurbishment consider using a local kitchen refurbishment company who will complete the work for you. However, if you are happy to take on the challenge yourself make sure that you do the following: -

• Measure all of your current kitchen doors, side panels and kickboards and then measure them again • Make sure you can purchase replacements of the same size, check the positioning of the hinges • Think about door handles and what style is required to ensure the new ones do not obstruct anything • If you are replacing your worktop, check for joints and know where they are positioned• If you are replacing any appliances, spend time measuring to ensure your replacement items will fit safely and securely• Any gas appliances need to be disconnected and fitted by a registered gas fitter

Refurbish or Replace

your KitchenReplacing an existing kitchen is one of the most expensive and disruptive tasks that you can undertake. Before you make the decision to rip everything out and start

again, there are a couple of things to consider: –

• Are you currently in your forever home? • Does you current kitchen work?• What budget do you realistically have?

Refurbish

Whatever you can afford, it might not give you the dream kitchen you were hoping for, but it will certainly help to make your home more presentable when the time comes to put your house on the market. Just remember when choosing your colours and design the kitchen is one of the major selling points so don’t put potential buyers off by opting for something too bizarre!

Replace

If you are fortunate enough to be in your for-ever home the first thing to consider is what you want from your kitchen. Will the space allow for your design dream? If not, it may be worth considering a revamp rather than a replacement. However, if the space allows for a complete new design start by making a wish list of all the things you would like from your kitchen, this could be anything from somewhere to entertain, to having a built in wine rack. Write everything down, no matter how unachievable you think it might be.

Next consider what budget you have. Plans never quite go to plan so make sure you have a little extra cash in reserve, just in case.

Once you have set your budget and agreed on the expectations from your new kitchen, it is time to think about the layout, design and colour. Remember that you don’t want to be changing your kitchen again anytime soon, so spend time shopping around looking for styles and designs that you like.

Once you have an idea of style and colour, get your kitchen designed by a professional – many of the DIY stores offer free design and planning. They will come out to your home and talk to you about your expectations. Go through your wish list – but be aware you may have to compromise. They will take measurements and note where the current services are located and provide you with a printed plan. Whether you use the company or go elsewhere is up to you, however, unless you are a craftsman by trade, it is advisable to get your kitchen fitted by professionals.

Like anything in this world, you get what you pay for, but if you give time to research your dream kitchen thoroughly, you will find some excellent value for money out there.

Whether you are selling, letting or simply wanting to update your home contact Sue for an informal chat. Tidy Interiors - Tel 01476 564035 | Mob 0754 061 2143 -

www.tidyinteriors.co.uk

Home & Garden Home & Garden


Internet Safety For You And Your Family

(ONE Opinion Survey, www.statistics.gov.uk) You can help young people use the internet safely and we have brought you some guidlines from the UK

Council for Child Internet Safety (UKCCIS)

Cress Egg HeadsA little trip down memory lane with Cress Egg Heads – I bet you can smell that cress just from a school day memory!

FLAG ITFlag up with someone you trust if anything

upsets you or if someone asks to meet

you offline.

ZIP ITKeep your personal

Stuff private and think about what you say and

do online.

BLOCK ITBlock people who send

nasty messages and don’t open unknown links and attachments.

• www.dalexkrafts.com

• www.hobbycraft.co.uk

• www.pondskippercrafts.co.uk

• www.sirstampalot.co.uk

• www.artandstitch.co.uk

Useful online sites for ideas and

tips, with local stores for friendly advice

Family & Craft

Spring StorageSpring is a natural time to get those cupboards cleared, winter boots packed away and windows flung to let in some fresh bulb scented air. A clean slate and great storage solutions can give us all a lift. From simple baskets, to mid range shelving these could work for you. Small stair baskets mean all those bites and pieces get taken upstairs in one go! Gorgeous felt style baskets can be tailored to your room style, so whilst they are practical, they look stylish too. Shelving can be coupled with baskets, or kept open if you’re a tidy person! The under stairs cupboard area can be a bit of a dumping ground. Only keep the essentials – be ruthless and make a decision to reduce, reuse and recycle!

Family & Craft

Netmums is a unique local network for mums and dads offering parenting information, activity ideas as well as local boards to

network in your local area.

www.netmums.com

Super easy Playdough recipe:

• 1/2 cup of salt• 1 cup of flour• 1 tablespoon of cream of tartar• 1 tablespoon of oil• 1 cup of boiling water mixed food colouring

For alternative colouring, try glitter, leave some fruit teabags in the hot water for a natural colour.

Put all the dry ingredients in a bowl and then mix vigorously with the hot water. Store in tubs or food bags to keep it soft.

Craft FairsIn The Area

1 May10am – 4pm

Fineshade Woods6 miles South West of Stamford

NN17 3BB.

2 MayIndoor Craft Fair &

Farmers MarketBraunston in Rutland

14 May V & A Events Craft Fair

The Talbot Hotel Oundle


Increasing Fuel Costs...

...offers on winter sun

It does appear everyone is agreed fuel costs are set to increase so it may be worth acting now if you are looking to travel to far away places for your winter holiday. Fuel surcharges have been steadily increasing but on the plus side hotel prices are holding firm, in some cases rates are less than last year. The reductions in price are often at the 4 and 5 star end of the market as travellers look to tighten their budget.

The Far East is good value closely followed by the Indian Ocean destinations and of course Goa. One of winters most popular destinations is the Caribbean, but it is suffering from the double whammy of increased fuel costs and a high increase in the UK departure tax. So expect some early offers! Many operators suddenly offer a three day sale, so it is best to register your interest early to get a better chance of

capturing that bargain.If you want guaranteed sun why not think Gambia. Flights from Birmingham have just a six hour flight time, no time difference, temperatures 30 degrees plus, beautiful beaches and if you enjoy fresh fish this is the plaice (sorry!) for you. English is the main language, it’s excellent for birdwatching and also for sea fishing. Next door is Senegal a comparatively new area for many. If relaxing is your thing you would be hard pushed to find better. Senegal being a former French Colony, French is the official language but English is widely spoken. With extensive bird life, animal reserves, horse riding and river fishing it’s an outdoor dream.

As always check with on vaccinations required with your GP before booking. If you cannot wait that long there are still some summer sun holidays available to Egypt, Tunisia and Turkey representing good value.


Throughout the day, in the Main Ring, the programme includes many exciting and

new performances including

The Royal Artillery Motorcycle Display Team

Classes & Attractions include;• Cattle, Sheep and Goat Classes• Horse and Pony Classes• Show Jumping• Display of Vintage and Classis Cars, and Vintage and Modern Farm Machinery• Over 100 Trade and Agricultural Stands, and Children’s Amusements• Local businesses• Macmillan Cancer Support Giant Tombola• Licenced Bar and Refreshment Tents.

Membership

Formed in around 1825 The Rutland Agricultural Society has held an annual

show for 177 years, with only a few years of interruption during the World Wars. Rutland Agricultural Society is a registered charity

No. 241028.

www.rutlandcountyshow.co.ukBurley-on-the Hill near Oakham,

LE15 7TE

Rutland Agricultural Society’s 179th Annual County Show

The Rutland Show is an all round county show for the people of Rutland and the surrounding areas. It provides a unique opportunity to appreciate what is

great about the county. Animals, people, produce, displays, vehicles, entertainment – there is something for everyone.

Gates open 8.30am - Adults £8.00 Concessions £6.00 -

Child 5-16yrs £5.00 Under 5s free - FREE parking

Sunday

5th June 2011

Visit Colourfence at The Rutland

County Show on Sunday 5th June


Usage of solar energy is becoming increasingly popular at thiscurrent time and more and more homes are benefiting from it eachday. Sunroof energy is Stamford’s upcoming sensation offering a more energy efficient way of living.

With Sunroof Energy you can poweryour home using free renewableenergy generated from the DAYLIGHT not just sunlight, Which will greatly reduce your electric bills.

We specialise in solar energy roofpanels. These are a particular type ofsolar panel which work by being fixedonto the roof of your home, andcollecting photovoltaic (PV) energywhich is then converted intoelectricity which we can usedin homes.

The government are very involved with solar energy roofs and offer a new feed-in tariff to reward homeowners for generating renewable,clean electricity,( 43.3 pence per kilowatt of power produced)This tariff works by the consumers being paid for each kilowatt of electricity the solarenergy panels generate. Even when itis being used in your own home andan additional rate of 3 pence is given for electricity that is not used within the house but returned to the power grid. Depending on the size of your home you may, depending On the size of the system you install, save half of your existing Electricity bill (daylight usage) plus be paid to produce this energy, which can equate to between £800.00 and £1500.00 per year.This return on your initial investment is far higher than any savings Scheme available from your bank or building society .


“My car does not even fit in my garage”

“My car does not even fit in my garage”Cars take a back seat when it comes to your garage these days. They are mostly full of junk, which you are always meaning to throw out, but what else are they good for? Before you add square footage, with the expense and complication that new construction always brings, take another look at your garage. Converting it may meet your requirements without costing as much as an extension. Most properties have what is called their Permitted Development Rights intact and in 2008 The Permitted Development Act was passed. It is a category of work as prescribed by the government, which can be undertaken without the need for planning permission, so no long applications, no expensive plans and no

planning fee. The beauty of a garage conversion is that the shell of the building and its services already exists. Structurally, all that is needed is to close off the garage door opening and perhaps open up the wall between the garage and the house. A freestanding garage also offers flexibility for conversion to a home office, guest house or extra living space. A hallway or covered pathway linking it to the house creates a sheltered compound. Approximately 95% of the conversions Jade Building have completed have not required local authority planning permission, but a Building Notice application, which can be completed online with work able to start two days later.

Examples of work featured at www.jadebuildingservices.com

FREE supply and fit 6x3 shed, so your lawn mower has a home on all new garage conversions booked in April and May.

25 Main Street, Cottesmore,Nr Oakham

RutlandLE15 7DH

Tel: 01572 898217

We offer a warm welcome and traditional, fresh, home cooked food and real ale. Whether you want morning coffee, lunch, dinner or just a snack, it’s

available at The Sun Inn. Our menu changes with the seasons!

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Well behaved dogs are most welcome in our barVisit our website at:

Contact us by e-mail at [email protected]

Weddings, Christenings, Anniversaries, Funerals Contact Julie to view our Rutland Room

on Everything tailored to your requirements

Summer Opening

Times

Sunday to Thursday 11am to 11pm Friday and Saturday 11am to midnight

Food Serving TimesMonday to Thursday - 12 noon to 9pm

Friday and Saturday - 12 noon to 9.30pmSunday lunch served from 12 noon to 7pmSunday Supper served from 7pm to 9pm

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Nature Notes Signs of spring

The 25 February was a significant date this year. Not because it was a birthday, an anniversary or a Royal Wedding but the day that the first bumblebee was recorded on the Rutland Water Nature Reserve.

This brave soul, along with the first snowdrops, the insect life that starts to stir at this time of year and the new buds on various trees, are often the first signs we get that winter is losing its grip on the land and spring and summer are on their way.

Taking a closer look reveals ever more signs of a changing season. In an effort to become irresistible to potential partners the Black Headed Gulls are starting to loose their winter plumage and develop the jet black heads that give them their name, while the resident Mallards are doing what comes naturally at this time of year! The over wintering wildfowl are starting to move on to their breeding grounds and the summer migrants are returning – thus leading to a dramatic change in the species composition found on the reserve.

The first summer migrants to return are invariably the Sand Martins and Chiffchaffs followed by a host of others including Swallows, Terns, Yellow wagtails and the mighty Ospreys – Rutland’s star species. The fact that a bird the size of a Sand Martin, which measures about 6 inches, weighs little more than a one pound coin and is able to fly over 5,000 miles to reach its summer breeding grounds to then find the same nest site it uses year on year is astonishing. It’s no wonder that people in the 17th century believed that Swifts, Swallows and Martins hibernated under the Thames. Perhaps its quite fitting that a species that is so small, yet achieves so much, nests in a county with the motto of ‘Multum in parvo’ (Much in little).

While the return of all the migratory species generates excitement, it is the arrival of theOspreys from their West African wintering grounds that really steals the show. These birds have raised the profile of the reserve, Rutland Water and the county and as the Osprey project goes from strength to strength so their celebrity status will continue to grow. The sight of these iconic birds fishing over the reservoir can not fail to draw admiration from all of those lucky enough to observe it.

The spectacle of migration is one that has to be witnessed to be appreciated, the sight of liter-ally thousands of birds of all species following the well flown ‘highways of the sky’ (or flyways as they are more correctly known), to their summer homes is one that words cannot describe. Imagine what these birds see in their life time! Flying over Europe, the Mediterranean, the Sahara, countless miles of Africa and in some instances from pole to pole, the sights must be incredible. If birds could tell tales they sure would have some tall ones!

www.rutlandwater.org.uk

The Osprey MigrationRoute

Also on Facebook for updates on life at the Nature Reserve

By: Will Kirstein

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Feature Feature

In the Scene offices, we are avidly following the Rutland

Ospreys. It’s worth catching up on the nest webcam

www.ospreys.org.uk/webcam


17% of the land mass is dedicated to game reserves, and as MD, Steve Daykin points out, if you want to see nature in its most uncompromised state, Botswana is greatly suited. “With a population of only 1.3m, Botswana provides ultimate escapism, offering a break from the concrete jungle and a chance to connect with all the fruits of nature. With its magnificent range of different eco-systems and abundance of wildlife and birdlife, Botswana is simply stunning, and now accessible for all”.

For those with a tad more cash to spare, Botswana can be combined with visits to many of the highlights of the surrounding regions – maybe visit the awe-inspiring Victoria Falls or chic Cape Town or spend some idyllic beach time on the Indian Ocean islands of Mauritius or Mozambique.

Inspirational Travel tailor-make itineraries to cater for varying durations and budgets.

Traditionally a holiday destination that thrived on high yield and low impact tourism, Botswana isn’t famed for attracting the more budget conscious traveller. All that is set to change with a new series of affordable itineraries created by local travel company, Inspirational Travel.

Botswana’s key tourist destinations, dur-ing peak season, have asked as much as USD $1,200 per person per night (approx £750.00). Inspirational Travel, however, are now offering safaris starting at just £1,200 per person. Managing Director, Steve Daykin explains; “Botswana is a fabulous place to visit, but previously this hasn’t been pos-sible for many individuals and families due to excessive pricing. Now, what with the economy forcing purse strings to tighten, holidays to Botswana have become seemingly beyond reach. However, we have worked diligently with our strategic partners to design exciting, affordable itineraries to suit those travelling on a more modest budget”.

Inspirational Travel has created a range of exciting safari itineraries of varying lengths and start with their 4-night “Affordable Botswana” safari with prices from just £1,200 per person. The itinerary includes 2-nights in the Okavango Delta at Kanana Camp and 2-nights in Moremi Game Re-serve at Okuti Camp. The price of £1,200 includes shared accommodation, flights within Botswana, game activities, all meals and drinks, laundry service, park entrance fees and departure taxes.

Botswana is a vast land of contrasting flora and fauna. The country is landlocked between South Africa, Zimbabwe, Namibia and Zambia and is covered by savannah scrub and the dry, arid Kalahari sands, which are then broken by the breathtaking Okavango Delta, the saltpans of Makgadikgadi and the swamps and flood plains of the Chobe River. Collectively these areas constitute a range of eco-systems unparalleled in Africa and are abundant in bird, plant and wildlife.

Contact Inspirational Travel on

01780 784380 [email protected]

Now Accessible For More Budget Conscious Travellers

www.inspirational-travel.com

Bountiful Botswana


Motoring Motoring

But back to the fundamental running costs of the car; Hyundai has developed three exceptionally efficient engines which power the ix20: a 1.4-litre with 90PS in both petrol and diesel, and a125PS petrol mated to an automatic transmission. Hyundai expects its new ‘U2’ common-rail diesel engine to be the most popular choice among British buyers looking for exceptional economy. The U2 engines use high-pressure common rail injection, electronically-controlled Exhaust Gas Re-circulation (EGR) and a Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) to ensure they meet Euro V emissions regulations. What’s more, fitted with Integrated Stop-Start technologyand a six-speed manual gearbox, the 1.4 CRDi Style version of the ix20, on test here, records CO2 emissions of just 114g/

km and returns an average fuel economy of 65.7mpg. These class-leading figures will bring reduced motoring costs through lower road fund licence costs as well as saving pounds at the pumps. Ok, by their very nature, MPVs, large or small, are never exhilarating to drive, and the ix20 is no exception. But the car is impressive in so many other respects. It is roomy, tremendously economical, it has a five-star Euro NCAP safety rating, it has 20,000-mile service intervals and comes with Hyundai’s five-year unlimited-mileage warranty, plus five years of roadside assistance and free vehicle health checks. Phew! By my reckoning all that makes the ix20 ideal for anyone looking for a cost-effective, practical, modern day motor.

However, Hyundai is doing its bit to help ease the cost of everyday motoring by producing the thrifty new ix20. The latest model to join the South Korean company’s ‘i-range’ line-up of vehicles has the style of a supermini, the space of Doctor Who’s TARDIS and the economy of a city car. Every manual model features Intelligent Stop & Go technology, low rolling-resistance Continental tyres and an Alternator Management System (AMS), giving it the lowest emissions and fuel consumption in the class. In fact the ix20 is so fuel efficient it can actually better or match the figures for rivals’ city cars.

Made at Hyundai’s newest European plant in Nošovice, Czech Republic, the ix20 is essen-tially a compact MPV (Multi-Purpose Vehicle) with a healthy dose of fashion and functional-ity. It is not, in my opinion, good-looking but it

does have a chic sporty profile, which sets it apart from the boxy ‘minivan’ image typically associated with other MPVs. Inside, the ix20 is firmly screwed together and matches the spirited design of the exterior. The well-appointed cabin features a height adjustable driver’s seat, air conditioning, six airbags, active head restraints, radio/CD audio system with six speakers, plus CD, MP3 and USB-/AUX-/iPOD-input capabilities. More importantly, the car provides excellent legroom and headroom in the front and rear. It is also very easy to achieve a comfortable driving position. And once on the move, the ix20 delivers an alert and supple ride, even over the most pothole ravaged roads. That is no surprise though because the car is the first in Hyundai’s history to be extensively tested on the worst of Brit-ish roads.


Attractions

Tommy’s FieldEdith Weston

LE15 8HB

www.edithwestonsteam.co.uk

Adults £5 Concessions £3.50

Children under 14 Free

1940’s Dance (ticket only) Saturday Night 7.30 pm till late

Ashby Big Band:16 piece performing classic swing.

Also 1940’s Dress Competition

Tickets £8.00 - available at Stamford Art Centre

01780 763203

Licensed Bar and refreshments

Free Parking

1940’s Music All Weekend

Edith Weston Vintage Fayre Limited UK Company Reg 5768111

Charities supporting this year British Legion & Age UKFunds raised for various charities since 2002 = £30,965

11th + 12th June 10am till 4pm

Vintage TractorsVintage Motorcycles

Classic & Vintage CarsSteam & Miniature Stationary Engines

ModelsMILITARY VEHICLES

TRADE STALLSPUNCH & JUDY

1940’S FOOTBALL MATCHREFRESHMENTS

MORRIS DANCERS(SUNDAY ONLY)

Edith Weston Vintage Fayre 2011

Memorial

Flight

Saturday


Whats On

Peterborough Kite FestivalSunday 12th June

Ferry Meadows: starts 10.00am

Competitions - Sales - Children’s Workshop - Free-flying Area

A packed programme to include,Stafford Wallace’s Indian Fighters. Adrenaline Head power kites

Dark Star AND Team Spectrum with sychronised 2 line flyingFrench Connection kite stacks. Bryan Beasley trick flying

Essex Kite Flyers. STACK Rokkaku Challenge

SAT NAV REF: PE2 5UU

14 May, 2pm – 4.30pm

Lyddington Village Fete

Traditional village fete with Nearly New, Bric-a-brac, Tombola, Plants, Books, Video, DVD & CD’s stalls, Games, Entertainment & Refreshments. Fun Dog Show - Bring a dog along (you could even borrow a friend’s dog). Prizes for the waggiest tail, the owner who most resembles their dog, beautiful dog prize and much more. Classic cars & motorbikes display - Do you have a classic lurking in the garage or do you know of a proud owner, invite them to take part!Information: 01572 823067/01572 822040.

1 May, from 9amWaterAid Waters’ Walk12 mile and 5 mile walks in Rutland \countryside. Organised by the WaterAid Rutland Fundraising Group.

Entry £10 (children under 16 free) plus sponsorship to raise more funds for WaterAid. For further information on the walk including maps, entry and sponsor forms contact Charlotte Baker on 01572 787282, Andrew Davidson on 01536 770242

DATE FOR YOUR DIARYSunday 29 May - Annual Plant

Fair, Ashwell House10.30am to 4.00pm Admission £2.00

Whats On

Catmose FilmsCatmose Films will be screened at the Rutland County Museum whilst the new premises

are finished General Enquiries - Catmose College Arts Office 01572 725904

11th May 7.30pm Chico and Rita

25 May 7.30pmAnother Year (12A)

29 May - 12pm-3pm

Rutland-based Art Dejardin holds a preview event at the beginning of each summer

season for their inspirational six acre sculpture garden in Wing. Usually this event is by personal invitation only, but this year John and Rose

Dejardin are hosting a fund-raising launch with wine, canapés and music in aid of the LOROS Garden Appeal

which is run by the community.

VOLUNTEERS ARE ESSENTIALAlso, anyone with a skill/hobby is needed to share it with the Rainbows possibly in the form of a one-off

presentation, demonstration or activity? (Brownies-ages 7, 8 & 9 yrs girls, is running at the same time)

Speak to Rainbows Leader/ Brown Owl, Frances Willows: 01572 723885 /

07751886155

CALLING ALL GIRLS AGE 5&61st EDITH WESTONTUESDAYS 6 – 7.15 pm (term-time)

EDITH WESTON PRIMARY SCHOOL HALL

Sessions are £2 per child.‘Rainbows’ uniform does not have to be

worn, but may be if you wish. (See www.girlguidingukshop.co.uk)


CHANCES by Freya NorthHarperFiction Paperback £7.99

Author of 10 bestselling novels and winner of the Romantic Novel of the Year, Freya’s 11th

novel, Chances, is available now.

This month, a very personal selection from our guest books editor, bestselling author, Freya North.

BRACELET OF BONES by Kevin Crossley-Holland Quercus - Hardback £12.99

My son Felix, who’s nearly ten, is a book worm. He loves adventures set in times gone by. The Viking Sagas, by East Anglian novelist Kevin Crossley-Holland (who wrote the Arthur trilogy) are next on his list – not least because the characters have those fantastically complex names that children love (Harald Hardrada, anyone?!) In this novel, the main character is a young girl, Solveig, who goes in search of her father. In her tiny boat she sails off into an adventure, joining forces with Swedish traders, meeting a ghost-ship and an English slave, a charming thief and a Russian king.

Vita’s gift shop would do better if she ran it as a business, not as somewhere to daydream. But she’s not one to tell herself off - she leaves that to her ex. Oliver, the hero, is a successful tree surgeon but behind the scenes he is a very private man. Then a troublesome pear tree and an elderly shoplifter bring Oliver to Vita - and as Spring turns into Summer they are given choices and chances. Will they take them this time - or walk away? Chances is my 11th novel. Unlike Secrets and Pillow Talk which were set in the North East, I chose a new location - a small market town in the home counties. The research was fascinating – especially watching brawny tree surgeons at work last summer!

Early on, I was struggling to find a name for my heroine and posted my dilemma on my facebook page - suggestions came in thick and fast but I decided on “Vita” because the name means LIFE - and whilst I was writing this book my mum was battling cancer, so it seemed a symbolic name to choose. I’m pleased to tell you my Mum is doing really well – and it is to her that this book is dedicated. Chances is a tale about taking a chance on love again and is unapologetically romantic.

My daughter will soon be leaving the Royal Air Force (RAF) after she returns from her final tour abroad, but she has not got any plans for when she finishes her service. I heard from a neighbour that there might be some special help for people who have served in the military

Yes we do. Citizens Advice Bureaux work closely with veterans’ charities – like The Royal British Legion, Royal Air Force Benevolent Fund and the Service Personnel and Veterans Agency – to provide veterans with specific advice and guidance. Since your daughter is leaving the Armed Forces soon she can get general housing help through the Joint Service Housing Advice Office. For social housing the local council housing office will be able to help. She might also be able to get help with the cost of buying a home. If she is eligible, the Armed Forces Home Ownership Scheme may be able to lend her between 15 and 50% of the value of a home that you choose on the open property market. If she is single she can get help from the Single Persons Accommodation Centre for the Ex Services (SPACES). SPACES helps single ex service personnel find housing throughout the United Kingdom which can be temporary or permanent. If your daughter contacts them within six months of leaving the Armed Forces they may be able to help her find accommodation. The range of welfare benefits and tax credits available to veterans is much the same as that available to civilians, depending on individual circumstances. Since she has served abroad, she may also be able to get a tax-free relief payment for her council tax or contributions paid instead of council tax. Payments are issued at the end of time abroad and they are based on the number of days served abroad.This help for veterans is quite brief but your daughter should get in touch with her nearest CAB and look at our dedicated advice for veterans here: www.citizensadvice.org.uk.

56 High Street, Oakham LE15 6AL | 0845 120 3705 | www.rutlandcab.org.uk

Open Monday 10am – 6pm and Tuesday-Friday 10am – 4pm

An independent charity

It is important to be aware of certain issues before making an online purchase and be

confident the site is genuine. Researching the website that you are thinking of purchasing

from can help determine how credible a site actually is. For example it is imperative that every website has a full street address and a UK landline number, so this is definitely

worth checking. If you are still in doubt, don’t be afraid to ask lots of questions before you

make your purchase. You could ask:When will the ticket be dispatched and how will you be notified? You should also find out

what the company’s policy on refunds is. When paying for tickets online, always pay by credit card. Under the Consumer Credit Act, your card issuer is jointly liable for the failure to provide goods or services if the cash price

of a single ticket is over £100. If you believe that you have been a victim

of scam you can report the incident to the police and get a crime reference number.

For further advice, call Consumer Direct on 08454 04 05 06or visit their website www.consumerdirect.gov.uk for information about The Just Tick It campaign, which is running as

part of Scams Awareness Month. Housing Benefit

I purchased some tickets to a music concert from what looked like a very official website and later discovered

that I got completely scammed. What do you do if you are worried about buying tickets from bogus

websites?


Langham ChurchLangham means ‘Long Village’ and it owes its origins to the Anglos Saxons, although

Bronze Age, Iron Age, and Roman remains have been found within the parish. As part of ‘Oakham soke’, the village’s connections with the town of

Oakham are long established. The Domesday Book records Oakham as having five hamlets of which Langham

was probably one. Details of early history of Langham are given in the Victoria County

History and also on the village

www.langhamvillage.com

The Church, dedicated to St. Peter and St. Paul, is one of the largest in Rutland.

The churchyard was enlarged in 1921. This involved rerouting the brook to its present

course. In 2007 the stump of a medieval churchyard and cross was discovered, one

of only four in Rutland. The cross may even predate the church. The earliest parts of the existing building are the chancel, lower part of the aisles and the tower, which are 13th

century. The south transept was added at the end of the 13th century; in the 14th century

the present nave arcades, chancel arch and porch were built, the aisles probably rebuilt

and the transept remodelled. The font is also 14th century but with a later oak cover.

Simon de Langham is generally thought to have been responsible for the 14th century work. The church bells would broadcast news to the village, if a male died the tenor bell would ring three times, there would be a pause between each three. For a female the bell would stroke twice three times. Before 1914 the Feast was kept with enthusiasm and lasted a whole week culminating in Feast Sunday (the Sunday nearest St. Peter’s Day.) On Feast Sunday the church was (and still is) strewn with hay. The Feast was celebrated with a fair, dancing and cricket. Traditional Feast Sunday fare was roast duckling, new potatoes and garden peas, followed by a curd tart.

The Church

www.langhaminrutland.org.uk

Langham Village History

Group – Books on Langham

Village life and history are

available via the website.

www.churchofengland.org

www.achurchnearyou.com

Websites of the Church of

England, allowing you to search

for local churches, contact

details and service information.

Local History

Kerry Wells - Barking MadTel: 01775 720382

Email: [email protected]: www.barkingmad.uk.com

Your dog’s daily routine for feeding and walks maintained by our hostsLocal hosts in your area

Suitable for dogs with a wide range of needsRemember, it’s their holiday too

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Keeping you informed about your dog’s holidayBourne | Deeping | Stamford | Rutland | Spalding

Local Home From Home Pet Care

Many hosts with Barking Mad have previously been dog owners. If you have missed that companionship from having a pet, but you can’t commit the time to have your own dog, then maybe becoming a host for Barking Mad is the answer.

Not only can you have a visiting companion, but you can address that niggling need for more exercise and get out into the beautiful countryside surrounding you. Worried the dog might need more exercise than you can manage? Don’t be concerned; you will be matched with a suitable dog for your sake and theirs.

Contact Kerry Wells now on 01775 720382 to discuss hosting in more detail.

Dog Hosting with Barking Mad

Businesses operate now in many varied ways, taking a different approach to the high street location. Home based, retail villages, web based and mobile. In the Rutland Scene each month we’ll look at a business nestling in the county, which you won’t have seen on the high street.

Having something special these days does not have to cost the earth, as Little Cakes proves. The business started off selling individually hand crafted cupcakes, before branching out to larger cakes and, earlier this year, becoming the supplier of a range of everyday cakes to The Barrowden & Wakerley Community Shop, where a slice can be enjoyed over a coffee or purchased whole to take home.

Cupcakes and mini cakes continue to be a favourite it seems and owner Nicola Denbigh bakes all cakes from scratch, designs each creation and hand makes the

designs and decorations that adorn them. Nicola also hosts Cupcake Decorating Parties for those wishing to learn how to decorate cupcakes and learn a few tips of the trade along the way.

For more information about Little Cakes, go to www.littlecakes.me.uk or

call - 07738 356 527

Not on your high street


ISPS Handa Senior Masters returns to Stapleford Park

The European Senior Tour will return to Stapleford Park in Melton Mowbray, England, from 3 – 5 June for the second edition of the ISPS Handa Senior Masters presented by the Stapleford Forum. Following the success of last year’s inaugural event, sponsors ISPS are once again backing the tournament, which attracted some of the leading Senior Tour players in 2010 including Sam Torrance, a former club captain at Stapleford Park, and 1991 Masters Tournament winner Ian Woosnam, who are both former Ryder Cup Captains and ISPS ambassadors. The ISPS Handa Senior Masters is also likely to welcome the 2010 Order of Merit Winner from Thailand, Boonchu Ruangkit, as well as defending champion Bill Longmuir of Scotland, who finished seven strokes clear of Ruangkit and Englishman Roger Chapman last year.


C O n s e rvat O r i e ssOffits & faCiasWinDOWsDOOrs

sPrinG saLe nOW On

Salad dressing Put crushed garlic, a couple of spoons of mayo, small spoon of mustard, one spoon of honey, citrus juice and olive oil into the jar. Check the lid is tight and shake. Taste before you cover your salad in it! Add chilli, hotter mustard, grapefruit or orange juice for a

change, swap the mayo for a bit of marmalade..... Get shaking and tasting!!!

For the Bank Holiday weekends, we start to think about hosting BBQ’s

and so to accompany this out comes the usual salad. Try these quick and simple recipes to make

your BBQ sizzle.

Cous- cousFollow the instructions on the packet to cook

the cous cous first. Roasted vegetables compliment a BBQ really well. Put the veg

on an oven tray; red onion, courgettes, mixed peppers, mushrooms, asparagus, tomatoes,

drizzle of oil, season, roast till soft and golden. Stir into the cous cous with a squeeze of

lemon/lime to stop the clumping.

Bean saladAs many different beans as you like, kidney, borlotti, butter, haricot, broad. Drizzle with

olive oil, very thin slices of garlic, chilli (if you like), citrus juice and season.

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