01.cover_Layout 1 19/09/2017 13:11 Page 1

02.specsavers_Layout 1 22/09/2017 16:32 Page 1

breezemagazine3

An independent company not connected with any other publication or group. All material is copyright and should not be reproduced without permission. We have made every effort to make sure any numbers on editorial or advertisement or details thatappear are correct, apologies if any are incorrect. The publishers do not accept liability for any loss or damage caused by an error, inaccuracy or omission in the printing of an advertisement or editorial. By placing an advert you are agreeing to and are subjectto the publisher’s terms and conditions, copies of which are available on request. MP4 Design Limited is registered in England: Company Number 8081955 Registered Office: 210 Lower Regent Street, Beeston, Nottingham NG9 2DD • Office Address: 156 High Road, Beeston, Nottingham NG9 2LN

Here at Breeze we are all aboutkeeping things local - letting youknow what and who to contact toget the best from our area.

BUSINESS OWNERSWant to let the community around youknow you are here - then contact our teamand be a part of the Breeze success.Just call Sandra on 07967 282558

READERS - Enjoy reading about local clubs & eventsand tell us about yours - we’ll do our bestto promote your community. And don’tforget to support your local businesses -mention you saw them here in Breeze!

OUR CONTACTS:

Well, here we are in the midst of many changes up and down the countryand we’ve been busy too!

We’ve been around now for no less than fifteen years and in that timewe have received such a warm reception from our loyal readers.Sometimes though it is time for a ‘spring clean’ so here we are with ourrefreshed design and improved content.

We are still here as your No.1 favourite community magazine!

We are online as well don’t forget, giving you the chance to look up backissues and see what we’ve covered over the year so don’t worry if youever misplace us - we’re on facebook or simply pop online at

www.breeze-magazine.co.ukAre you a reader with an idea of what you want to see in the

magazine? Do you have an interesting activity or run a local club inour area? Well why not get in touch? Just email us on info@breeze-magazine.co.uk

If you are one of the many local business who kindly choose us toadvertise your business then we hope you also like our new look - asuperb media format for telling Breeze readers about what you do!

Advertising Sales: 07967 282 558e: sales@breeze-magazine.co.uk

Editorial for clubs / charities etc:e: info@breeze-magazine.co.uk

Distribution: 0115 967 8663 / 07974 746 722e: distribution@breeze-magazine.co.uk

Facebook Page - Look for Breeze Magazine, like us and share your page on oursNow available to read on Smart phones & Tablets. Follow the PDF link via ourFacebook Page or website.

TWITTER! @thebreezemag

ALL MAJOR CREDIT CARDS ACCEPTED

WELCOME TO OUR NEW LOOK!

Published By MP4 Design Limited Est. 2002

Printed by Stirland Paterson (Printers) Ltd

03.contents_contents june 06.qxd 06/10/2017 15:28 Page 1

breezemagazine4

Ingredients

For the ‘snails’: 12 large conchiglioni rigati pasta shells (cook a fewextra in case any split) 2 little gem lettuce 50g mangetout 200g cream cheese or vegan cream cheese*3 tbsp fresh coriander, chopped3 tbsp fresh flat leaf parsley, chopped2 spring onions, finely chopped (including somegreen)4 cocktail gherkins, finely chopped1 clove garlic, crushed1 lime, zest and juice½ cucumber, sliced

For the slime trail:5 tbsp extra virgin olive oil1 tbsp mixed green fresh herbs, chopped

Method

1. Cook the pasta shells for 10-15 minutes. Once thepasta is cooked, but still firm, drain and cool downquickly under cold water. Set the shells aside.2. Remove the larger of the little gem leaves and set

these aside. Shred the remaining leaves. Makeantennae for later by cutting two of the mangetoutlength ways (you need 24 slithers in total) and finelychop up the rest to go in the filling for the next step.3. Combine the cream cheese, coriander, parsley,

spring onions, gherkins, chopped mangetout, garlic,lime and 3 tbsp of the shredded little gem leaves.4. Assemble the snails by stuffing the filling into the

shells and place each one onto a slice of cucumber.Place each snail onto an individual little gem leaf. Addthe mangetout antennas to the snails.5. Make the snail slime by whisking together the

olive oil and herbs with a fork. Drizzle this over thesnail and leave to make a slime trail.

© The Vegetarian Society

Method1. Heat oven to 190°C/gas mark 5. Cut the pumpkin into quarters, peel and de-seed. Then cut into thick slices/segments(approx 12-15cm) and place in a roasting pan. Mix together 2 tbsp oil, maple syrup and cinnamon and drizzle over the pumpkin. Roast for 25-30 minutes until tender, take out of the oven and cut into large dices.

2. In a small frying pan, heat 1 tsp oil and lightly toast the almonds until golden. Set aside.

3. Heat the remaining oil in a large frying pan and sauté the leek until soft. Add the rice and stir until the grains are well coated and slightly golden. Pour in the wine and stir until it is absorbed.

4. Add one ladle of hot stock and simmer until absorbed. Repeat. After 10 minutes, add the chard and let wilt. Continue to add stock at intervals and cook until absorbed into the rice (you may not need all the stock). Season well with salt and pepper.

5. Once rice is tender but still very slightly al dente, add the cream and cook for a further minute before adding the pumpkin. Remove from heat, cover and rest for 2 minutes. When ready to serve, sprinkle over the roasted almonds and a squeeze of lemon juice.

Ingredients

600g pumpkin4 tbsp olive oil1 tbsp maple syrupPinch cinnamon powder50g blanched almonds,chopped225g trimmed leek, finelychopped

250g Arborio or Carnaroli risottorice100ml vegetarian dry whitewine900ml-1litre light vegetablestock150g Swiss chard (leaves only)roughly shredded1 ½ tbsp single creamSalt and pepper to taste

halloween recipes...

SLIMY SNAILS

Roast Pumpkin and Swiss Chard Risotto

04_Layout 1 06/10/2017 17:04 Page 1

breezemagazine 5

05_Layout 1 05/10/2017 18:17 Page 1

breezemagazine6

OPERATIC ARIASSATURDAY 14TH OCTOBER

Beeston Parish Church, Church St, NG9 1GA

Doors open 7pm (no admission after 7.30pm)

Oxjam Beeston 2017 are thrilled to add thisnew event to this year’s festival. The

programme will include pieces by Mozart, Bizet,Verdi and Mendelssohn, performed by the Il BelQuattro vocal quartet with the Beeston Oxjam

Chamber Orchestra, conducted by DerekWilliams and lead by Richard Laing.

Tickets Adults £10 Concessions £7.50(Ticket provides free entry to other Oxjam

events on the same day)

OXJAM CEILIDHFRIDY 24TH NOVEMBER

The Royal British Legion Social Club, 16 Hall Croft, Beeston NG9 1EL

Doors 7.30pm, dancing from 8pm until 11pm, with bar

Once again Beeston will be jigging, reeling,shimmying and do-si-do-ing the night awayto the foot stomping, toe tapping music of

the Beeston Ceilidh Collective. This is apopular event for all ages, and with the

humour and patience of Steve Benford toguide you through the dances, it doesn’t

matter if you don’t know what to do; in factit’s probably even more fun if you don’t!

Tickets £10 (£5 for under 16s)

CLASSICAL OXJAMSATURDAY 11TH NOVEMBER

Beeston Parish Church, Church St, NG9 1GADoors open 6.30pm

With a loose interpretation of the term“classical”, previous Classical Oxjam

evenings have featured Led Zeppelinpieces arranged for strings and harp, aBeach Boys song, as well as music by

Bach, Mozart and so on. Each year we aimto bring you something different - last

year it was Indian classical on sarod andtabla. This year we hope to feature an

innovative ensemble performing amixture of jazz and world music, as well as

piano, strings and mixed ensemblesplaying a varied programme of music to

appeal to all.Tickets £8 (£6 for concessions)

Oxjam Beeston takeover!SATURDAY 14TH OCTOBER

12 hours of live music in 17+ venues around Beeston Town Centre.Yes back for its 7th year - THE LEGENDARY OXJAM BEESTON TAKEOVER!

It’s a fantastic community event which brings the town alive with music, love and good old Beeston spirit! There will be over 12 hours of live music at 17+ venues across Beeston, including the iconic Bartons Bus Depot, and The Star Inn,

which is this year’s Oxjam Beeston headline sponsor, as well as being Nottingham CAMRA LocAle Pub of the Year. With a seriously eclectic mix of genres including pop, indie, rock, jazz, choral, folk, ska, punk, operatic there’s something for everyone!

We have a huge range of artists who give their time and talent for free - all in aid of Oxfam.For our full programme of venues and artists details of oxjambeeston.org or find Oxjam Beeston Music Festival on Facebook.

All venues are free before 6pm. Wristbands are required after 6pm (and can be exchanged for tickets on the day).

Tickets £8 (£10 on the day) Available from: http://www.wegottickets.com/event/412160 or Oxfam Books & Music, 58 High Rd, Beeston Or The Guitar Spot, The Guitar Spot, 106 Chilwell Rd, Beeston

In previous years, demand has been extremely high so please get your ticket early to avoid disappointment!

Images courtesy of A Touch of Frost photography

06_Layout 1 06/10/2017 15:24 Page 1

breezemagazine 7

07.ads_Layout 1 06/10/2017 12:53 Page 1

breezemagazine 8

Bramcote Swimming Club's AquaStars synchronised swimming team 12 & Under 'Team Pokemon' won BRONZE at the first ever National Combo Cup Competition, at Manchester Aquatics Arena.This is the first National Age Group podium placement for a clubfrom the East Midlands since 2000 and possibly since the 1990s!Aquastars, for swimmers aged 8 to 16, is now the biggest

synchronised swimming club in the East Midlands, based atBramcote Swimming Club. Head Coach, Lenka Tanner is a familiarfigure to anyone who's seen the Kuoni advert, with a swimmerunder water, upside-down, walking under the surface of the sea.

Synchronised swimming, or 'synchro' for short, is an Olympic sportwhich combines athleticism with grace in the water - hence itoriginally being called "Water Ballet" where each team swims, withmovements synchronised to music, as seen during the Olympicsand other televised events. Synchro requires great strength,endurance, flexibility, artistry, precision, as well as exceptionalbreath control when upside down under water. Synchronisedswimmers build their stamina similar to speed swimmers, they getto choreograph routines like dancers, performing in team routines.

Results- 21 national teams competed in 12 Under category. 

- Our Novice 12Under team - 'Team Fight Song' - came in 17th at their first National competition

- 13-15 BSC AquaStars 'Team Hook' came 7th- 13-18 BSC AquaStars 'Team Glee' came 5th

- Overall ranking for BSC AquaStars was 9th out of 27 clubs who participated on the day

An incredible set of achievements this year, already winning goldsand silvers, Team Pokemon member, Rebecca Booth-Pryce (12) said,when asked about what she did to achieve bronze this time, 'we justall focused, not on winning, but doing the best we can, so that wewouldn't let the team down. We've all worked really hard on theroutine with Lenka and the coaches, who've made it fun, but it'sbeen hard work!' BSC Aquastars compete at Local, Regional andNational level and the team is always looking for support andexperience. To find out more info, visit the website, follow us onTwitter and Facebook.

swimming success

08.edit_Layout 1 06/10/2017 13:48 Page 1

breezemagazine 9

09_Layout 1 29/08/2017 17:11 Page 1

breeze advertorial

breezemagazine10

MONDAYStapleford

The Haven,Wadsworth Rd Stapleford 9.15amTel Dawn 07872 648 833

DunkirkDunkirk and Old Lenton CommunityCentre,The Old School, Montpelier Road5.30pm & 7.30pmTel Sam07773 779965

StaplefordSt Helens Church Hall, FrederickRoad5.30pm & 7.30pmTel Dawn 07872 648 833

TUESDAYBeeston Beeston Methodist Church Wollaton Rd 9.30amTel Gemma - Louise 07947 303 897

TotonToton Methodist Church, Stapleford Lane3.00pm & 5pm & 7pmTel Tracey 07989 448 421

BeestonBeeston Medhodist Church,Wollaton Road (next to Commercial Inn)5.30pm & 7.30 pmTel Gemma - Louise07947 303 897

WEDNESDAYBeeston / Chilwell Beeston Methodist Church,Chilwell High Road 3.30pm & 5.30pmTel Kerry McKenna 07855 321 220

Trowell Parish Hall 5.30pm & 7.30pmTel Debbie 07738634284

BramcoteBramcote Memorial Hall,Church Street 5.30pm & 7.30pmTel Margaret 07877 615 284

THURSDAYTrowellParish Hall, Stapleford Road9.15am Tel Debbie 07738 634 284

BeestonThe Resource Center,Middle Street Beeston 10am Tel Margaret 07877615284

ChilwellSt Barnabas Church, Barncroft (Off Inham Road) 5pm & 7pmTel Gemma Louise 07947 303897Long Eaton Moorlands Club, Curzon St. 5.30pm & 7.30pm Tel Jude 07711 043 213

SATURDAYBeestonThe Resource CentreMiddle Street, Beeston8.30am & 10.30amTel Gemma Louise 07947 303897

StaplefordStapeford Conservative Club,Derby Road, Stapleford10.00am Tel George 07951 043250

By getting getting together toincrease their step count theyfinished in a 3km celebration walkat Attenborough Nature Reserveon Sunday 10th September.

The group were taking part in the Walk AllOver Cancer with Slimming World campaignwhere slimmers across the UK and Irelandwere sponsored to hit a self-selected stepstarget by their friends and families. Tohonour their achievements and raise evenmore money for the charity, the groups heldtheir own celebration event atAttenborough Nature Reserve walking evenmore steps together – an achievementmany of the group members would neverhave dreamt possible before losing weight.The champion slimmers attend a number

of local Slimming World groups run bySlimming World Consultants. As well asraising vital funds for charity, the membersaimed to raise awareness of the fact thatkeeping a healthy weight can reduce thethirteen types of cancer.

One member said: “Before I lost the weight,a challenge like this would have feltcompletely out of reach. I barely had theenergy to go about my day, let alone go for

a walk and attimes I felttrapped insidemy body. I wouldnever havethought I coulddo somethinglike this.

“SlimmingWorld helped mebreak free fromthe shackles I feltwere holding me back from living the life Idreamed of. From the moment I walkedthrough the door of my group everythingchanged. I was welcomed so warmly andinstantly made to feel like I was worthsomething again. Everyone in that roombecame a friend in seconds, and they stillare. We are all there for the same reason –to lose weight and to help and support eachother to do the same.”

“In our group we started talking abouteasy ways to fit steps into our everyday livesand I soon realised how much more I couldbe walking without much more effort.Parking the car further from work, walkingwith friends, getting off the bus a stop early,playing with the kids/grandkids, taking thestairs instead of the lift – I soon found easy

ways to fit in more steps and build up myactivity levels at a pace that suited me.“Thanks to my weight loss and my new

found love for moving more, I started to feellike myself again for the first time in years.Completing this walk with all of mySlimming World friends has been the icingon the cake of my weight loss journey. One consultant said: “Getting active doesn’t

have to be joining the gym or runningmarathons. It can be walking the kids toschool, doing the gardening, hitting thedancefloor - anything that raises the heartrate a little counts under our Body Magicactivity programme. All that activity really helped to boost step

counts and enables members to reach theirWalk All Over Cancer goal.

Local slimmers raise hundreds of poundsstepping out for Cancer Research UK!

For more information please contact any of the local consultants on the details shown below.

Slimming_World_Oct17_Layout 1 06/10/2017 11:11 Page 1

steve_chris_Jul17_Layout 1 26/06/2017 16:24 Page 1

breezemagazine12

12.Gig Guide_Layout 1 06/10/2017 11:08 Page 1

breezemagazine13

13_Layout 1 05/10/2017 18:21 Page 1

breezemagazine 14

Why not share a celebration or surprise a loved one by having their picture and a few words printed -we’d love to hear from you... and it’s FREE!

Happy Birthday AnnEnjoy your birthday meal

love from your friends and family xxxx

Happy Birthday our BobHave a lovely day willed with laughter

Love from your friends xxxx

Happy Birthday our AllyEnjoy your day with the people you love

xxxx

Happy Birthday WendyHope your day is filled with cake

and your favourite tipple!Love from your seaside friend!

Send your entries BY EMAIL: info@breeze-magazine.co.uk

DEADLINE FOR NOVEMBER 17ISSUE: 24th October 2017PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING:• We do not accept any professionally taken photographs.• Whilst every effort will be made to agree with copyrightlaws on the images provided it is the senders fullresponsibility to obtain permissions on such copyrightimages before supplying to Breeze Magazine. • Please supply a SAE for any photographs to be returnedwith around 15-20 words.

• The editor reserves the right to shorten or modify anymaterial submitted. • Any requests for insertions of a child must beaccompanied with a sign letter of agreement from theParent or Guardian of that child. With full address details

Happy Birthday to Breeze sales ladySandraSan has represented Breeze sales for over 13 years, she is very lovely to talk to has abubbly personality and has pushed throughsome very difficult health issues in the last year,of which we are very proud of.

Join us in wishing San all the best for her birthday and always.Why not give our San a call and have a chatabout what Breeze can do for your business.

14.celebs_Layout 1 06/10/2017 14:25 Page 1

breezemagazine 15

CHECKLIST AND TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF PROOFING

Bluecoat Academy students, staff and alumni took to the international stage this summer, performing at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2017

Performing as The Urban Spaceman Company, the Bluecoat Wollaton and Bluecoat Aspley Academies presented an original work, My Second Best Bed, at Venue 53, theSpace@Surgeons Hall, (Nicolson Street, EH8 9DW) from August 7th-12th.

The play explored Shakespeare's life using Shakespeare's words, detailing the story of William & Anne Shakespeare, who are re-imagined andreborn through the narrative. It was first conceived for the RSC’s 2016 Dream Playmaking Festival and uses language from the 38 extant playspenned by the Bard, as well as incorporating several of his sonnets and fragments of his extended poetry. This innovative new drama played around with notions of conflict between the duality of artist and lover, a man unable to resolve being the darling of the Elizabethan and Jacobean court and London audiences against a desire for respectability and integrity as a husband and father.

My Second Best Bed is an original take on some of the most famous and profound words and stories ever created. A review on the BBC website gave the show a four star review, observing the show as “an intense and sometimes darkretelling… this talented young cast portrays the tension between the celebrated playwright and his family and wife…comedy and tragedy intertwine with fast paced drama.”

Writer and director Joel Mansell said, “The students experienced the full and immersive experience of the EdinburghFringe: out on the Royal Mile to drum up publicity for the show, late night technical rehearsals, running through the city to get from one show to another, and wonderful audience responses and feedback. We are very proud of what they have achieved and how they represented Bluecoat Wollaton Academy, Bluecoat Aspley Academy, and the Nottingham theatrescene overall, and we look forward to repeating the opportunity in future years as Bluecoat Drama continues to push the boundaries of what its students might achieve and experience, artistically.”

15_Layout 1 06/10/2017 11:10 Page 1

Because you believe your ideas are the bestand most original, you will stop at nothingpointing these facts out and will do almostanything to succeed in getting your ownway. However, someone very close to youis harbouring a guilty secret and keepingthe facts away from you in order to avoid ashowdown because they know how angryyou can get at times.

You are a natural team player and enjoynothing better than a good old gossip withwork colleagues and close friends. An expartner will continue to rear his or her headintermittently with the intention of causingyou as much agitation as possible. Make ita priority to put your house in order onceand for all. Someone you have beencommunicating with regularly will lead toa first date, but whether or not you areinterested in proceeding any further afterthat point will be up to you to decide.

GeminiMaybe its time for a change? If you arelooking for a new to direct your energies inthere is no finer time than now to make afew of your dreams come true. What is thepoint of just sitting there feeling frustratedand out of sorts? A surprise bonus could beheading your way. Accept a dinner dateinvitation and get out of your rut. If its loveand romance that you are seeking youwont be disappointed as there are plentyof fish in the sea so now is your big chanceto make a good first impression.

CancerSomeone who thought they knew youreally well is going to be very surprised, ifnot speechless at an announcement youare about to make. For once you arethinking about your own happiness andputting yourself at the top of your prioritylist. If you are tangled up in a complicatedlove triangle and your partner is doingabsolutely nothing to rectify the situation,no wonder you are starting to lose patienceand finding that the grass is greenerelsewhere? Leo

Looking for new love? The prospects lookinteresting. You may even meet someonesoon under some very unusualcircumstances. An ex lover will show signsof jealousy and anger because you aregetting on with your life and have nointention of living in the past in quite thesame he or she is. Party invitations willcome flooding your way because you areprojecting positive vibrations. A difficultsituation at work will iron itself out but onlybecause you choose to remain neutral andrefuse to be dragged into their quarrels andarguments.

Someone may ask you for a big favour butit could end up costing you dearly. Youradvice will be sought by a close friend whois experiencing a huge dilemma. There isonly so much you can do or say as you don’tpossess a magic wand to make everythingright for them or anyone else. An elderlyrelative will prove demanding andunreasonable insisting on having all theirown way. A clandestine meeting withsomeone you cannot stop thinking aboutcould lead to a deep passionaterelationship leaving you wanting more anda commitment from your partner.

Libra

Work and business opportunities willcontinue to embrace you as you start toreally enjoy what is on offer. Someone youhave given wise advice to may choose toignore it but at their peril. Experiencecannot be taught and there are certainpeople that you have met during thecourse of your life who are short sightedand motivated by greed.

ScorpioSomething or someone that was importantin your life a short while ago is no longerforemost in your mind. Instead you aremore concerned about putting your life inorder and addressing niggling health issuesthat are causing you to feel as though youare no longer able to enjoy your life to thefull. By changing your diet, thinking andtaking up new hobbies and interests youwill begin to not only feeling so muchbetter inside and out.Sagittarius

Although there are meetings to attend andpeople to wine and dine with but onceagain once again you will put yourselfunder lots of undue strain and pressurebecause of all that is expected of you andyou simply do not have any more time tospare.

Capricorn

If you love your partner and yourrelationship is worth fighting for then don’tbe a fool and throw it away just becauseyou are not being told what you want tohear or that you are being challenged. Afriendship you may be involved with maynot be ticking all your boxes so without aheart to heart discussion, there is littlescope for improvement.

Aquarius

You know how to get your own way andhow to manipulate certain people whoalways seem to be conveniently placed atyour beck and call. Someone may accuseyou of using victim mentality and a rowcould break out as a result. A delicatesituation at work will need careful handlingand its important that you don’t findyourself virtually working for nothingbecause you wont be any better thought ofin the end. A job not worth paying isn’tworth doing is it?

PiscesSpending money on yourself is a greatmorale booster and you are right to enjoythat well deserved treat. A chance meetingwith an old friend could either lead to moreoutings arranged or you may feel its timeto go your separate ways. A family disputecould arise that will cause bad feeling andwith lots of accusations flying around in alldirections. If you are currently house-hunting or seriously considering renovatingyour existing home and feeling frustrated,be patient, there will be a pleasant surprisecoming your way soon.

breezemagazine16

Meet Linda Lancashire, Psychic,Clairvoyant, Tarot, Crystal and

Palmistry reader.

Call Linda on 0776 446 6381

16.horoscopes_Layout 1 19/09/2017 12:33 Page 1

breezemagazine17

17_Layout 1 05/10/2017 18:23 Page 1

breezemagazine 18

18_Layout 1 06/10/2017 11:30 Page 1

Breeze Magazine has always prided itself on showingyou the people behind the businesses. What betterway to find out for yourself than to go for a chat, findout who runs what business, how long they havebeen there etc, take advantage of our friendly ownersand managers and you never know you might comeacross a familiar face!

Strenghteningyour localeconomybenefits us all. The morepeople that visit

our local areas the greater the chanceof pride being taken in theenvironment. Impacting on theprosperity of local organisations and residents.

Another reason to shop locally is to get the rest of Nottingham talkingabout us! Bringing outsiders in asvisitors and sharing our uniquecommunity. Where have you beenand said ‘you’d love to visit again’? Be proud of your area. Be a part of your area and KEEP IT LOCAL!

breezemagazine 19

shop locally

Our shop locally is a regular feature.

So why not be a part of it

Keeping business local.USE IT or LOSE IT!

19_second version less ads_Layout 1 06/10/2017 17:41 Page 1

breezemagazine20

Beeston Wildlife Group, new talk season

BIRDS AND CLIMATE CHANGE

BY DAVID PARKIN

Monday 16th October  2017.30pm - 9.30pm

Trent Vale Infants School, Trent Road,

Beeston Rylands, Nottingham

NG9 1LP

David Parkin has been a leadinglecturer and mentor at Nottingham

University on genetics. He was apioneer in the creation of DNA science

in birds also. He is a leading authority inthe field of avifauna and has written

many articles and scientific papers onmany ornithological studies. His work

in the field of genetics has opened thedoor to a new world of tracking and

identifying species and sub species allover the world. David will guide usthrough what is happening to our

climate and the effect it is having onthe birds of the planet. He may tell usto buy more wine with corks in them

and explain the positive impact thiswould bring. This will be an intriguing

insight to the changes that arehappening before our eyes.

Contact Nigel Slater 0115 9166518 Stuart Eggerton Butlermg100@hotmail.co.uk Mobile 07847 015 151Email: beestonwildlifegroup@hotmail.co.uk

or visit: www.attenboroughnaturecentre.co.uk/things to see and do/beeston wildlife group walks and talks

Facebook at: Beeston Wildlife Group Twitter: @BeestonWildlife

20.wildlife_Layout 1 06/10/2017 14:40 Page 1

breezemagazine 21

21.little carpet_Layout 1 05/10/2017 18:25 Page 1

breezemagazine 22

LOCAL ARTISTS SHOWCASE AT BANKS MILLWINTER OPEN STUDIOS & ARTISAN FAIRFriday, 24 November 5pm-8pmSaturday & Sunday, 25 & 26 November10am-4pm

Visit our Winter Open Studios and Artisan Fair event to buy locally produced original artwork, handmade products and creative services,all from the artists direct.

For one weekend a year Banks Mill opens its doors for the public tocome in and see how our artists, designers and makers create theirunique products and designs.

Along with the open studios you will also be able to visit our bustlingour Artisan Fair being held just a minutes’ walk from Banks Mill at theEnterprise Centre, the University of Derby's conferencing facility. We are pleased to be able to welcome back the Peak District Artisansfor this year's event.

nique items including fine art, printmaking, woodwork, jewellery,glass art, sculpture and creative services such as photography, filmmaking and digital design.

Among the 100 artists taking part are four local residents; Mark Gordon and Emily Smalley are based in Long Eaton and Beestonlocals Fil Burke and Erica Just will be all showing their wares.

Mark is a fine artist whose more recent work has centred around landscapes featuring sunset and coastal scenes in Northern Ireland as well as Calke Abbey in Derbyshire.

Emily Smalley has recently taken a studio at Banks Mill to develop hertextiles business creating simple, yet detailed designs inspired bywildlife. Emily also runs free-motion machine embroidery workshopswhere learners can make personalised gifts such as purses, clutch bagsand more.

Beeston resident Fi Burke is a conceptual artist and works in manymediums including photography, collage, paint and even on occasionflour and bread! Her most recent work features landscape photographywhich is then digitally manipulated to produce the finished piece.

Erica Just will be showcasing her work at our Artisan Fair. Erica worksas an artist, illustrator and paper maker and exhibits her work both nationally and internationally. Erica takes her inspiration from nature,meadows and hedgerows. She also makes paper from natural fibreswhich she uses for collages and making her plant paper bowls.

During the event we will also have an arts trail to keep our youngervisitors amused during your visit and you can also enter our free prizedraw to win an item donated by one of our artists.

The Open Studios & Artisan Fair offers free entry and parking and is open from Friday 24 November 5pm-8pm, Saturday 25 and Sunday 26 November 10am-4pm, at Banks Mill Studios andthe Enterprise Centre, Bridge Street, Derby, DE1 3LD.

To find out more visit www.banksmill.co.uk/os2017

22.edit_Layout 1 06/10/2017 17:21 Page 1

breezemagazine 23

23_Layout 1 05/10/2017 19:28 Page 1

breezemagazine 24

The autumn is now definitelyhere for real, and it feelscolder. It's time to startpreparing for early frostsand more...The best way to beat the winter and stillkeep gardening is to buy or makea greenhouse. A lean-to is nearly as good.

One of the biggest advantages of having agreenhouse is that you can extend growingseasons, getting an early start on spring andsummer and even growing certain vegeta-bles all year round. Our introductory guidegives you a good insight into what equip-ment you should get. Then you can load upon the vital seed starting supplies you’llneed for a successful yield.

EQUIPMENT:• Containers• Sterile soil (very important to reduce thechance of pest infestation and diseases)• Fertiliser• Water Supply (hosepipe is okay with frostprotection)• Under Plant Heat Mat

A propagation heating mat is an inexpen-sive and easy way to heat seed flats andencourage growth. These are low electricityusage devices.

LIGHTIf you want to grow in late

Autumn and Winter,a supplementary lightingsystem is a must-haveif you want healthy,strong plants.Low energy LED grow

lights are popular because,unlike some other lightingsystems they output full spectrum light,are very energy efficient and can covera larger area.In smaller greenhouses, or when growing

a smaller crop, a normal fluorescent striphung 3-7 inches above the plants willoften suffice.

GENERAL HEAT/FROST PROTECTIONA small 120-volt heater will usually heat asmall greenhouse just fine, although largergreenhouses will need a 240+ volt heater,controlled by a reliable, waterproof thermostat.Don’t be discouraged at the thought of

building your own greenhouse, as green-house gardening is really the newestinnovative way to garden.Greenhouse gardening will help you say

bye to problems in gardening and make thewhole process much more fun and fruitful. No longer will you need to contend with

winds, heavy rain, or drought when you cancontrol the weather in your greenhouse.

It may be you have several family memberswho can buy you the items you need as agift over time - or a project you can build atconsiderable saving to yourself. Usingtreated timber and Corotherm plasticpanels (bought cut to size from onlinesuppliers) you can build a simplegreenhouse with some fairly basic diy skills. Wood joints can be simple butt joints with

long enough screws to keep them sturdy.Use a pilot drill hole so you don’t split thewood with the screw. Add small metal rightangles (diy shops sell these) to each joint tostrengthen them.The plastic panels are justnailed onto the frame when finished, withplastic guards on the nail: It’s that simple!The results are not inferior in use to bought

ones as wood is a good insulator and willlast many years. (continues)

equip yourself and flourish

24.gardening_Layout 1 06/10/2017 15:04 Page 1

breezemagazine 25

25_Layout 1 03/08/2017 16:06 Page 1

breezemagazine 26

* Always consult a qualified electrician if you require any electrical work for your greenhouse.

So what to grow in your new greenhouse(or existing one if you have one but don’t useit!)? Well, as it’s getting colder why not startwith some home grown heat?

WARD OFF THE CHILL WITH FRESH CHILLI PEPPERS

Simply plant your chilli pepper seeds straightinto some normal multi purpose compost,ideal mixed with some vermiculite.

Different varieties take different times togerminate. If you are growing habaneropeppers for example you can expect them totake up to three or four weeks to germinate,where as annum varieties such as cayennewill sprout much more quickly.Aim to space them about 5cms apart then

lightly cover the seeds with about 0.5cm ofcompost and spray the tray lightly with water.

Check them every day and spray with a littlewater if they look a bit dry. Aim to preventthe compost from drying out rather thankeeping it wet.The two main requirements the seed has at

this beginning stage are heat and moisture.The optimum temperature is roughly in theregion of 70 degrees f.

Try and keep the temperature of the seedsconstant by using your heated propagatormat under your seed trays until theyhave sprouted. Then they will require light. Depending on

where you are and which way your green-house is facing you may well have enoughlight to grow them on but if you don’t thenyou can use a cheap option which is a simplefluorescent tube light bought from any DIYstore for around £20. An array of cool whiteLED’s is better still. Purchase LED’s/tube that are referred to as

‘cool white’ as they are then likely to give offthe right type of light (daylight) for leaves.Rig the lights up above your chilli seedlings,

positioned between 5-25cm from the top ofyour plants, but using lightweight chains orthin rope so that you can adjust them higheras your plants grow. Use a simple timerswitch so that the plants use daylight as longas possible and then dial in the artificial lightto make up to eighteen hours e.g a winterday gives us seven hours of daylight, you setthe timer to deliver eleven hours of artificiallight during darkness.The end result will be lovely fresh chillies,

bursting with goodness and warmth forthose lovely spicy winter warmers. You can,of course, grow other plants using this basicmethod.Finally, by only heating the part of your

greenhouse which you use at any one timeyou save on energy use so partition off anysection not in use.

JOBSAROUND

OTHER JOBS AROUND THE GARDENRaspberry Tie

If you haven't done so already, cut back thefruited canes of your summer fruiting rasp-berries, leaving the new green canes for nextyear's crop. Tie in next year's raspberry canesto support wires or fencing.

Plan next year’s strawberrysNow is the perfect time to order strawberry

runners and plant up a strawberry patch forcropping next year. Clear the straw fromaround the base of strawberry plants to in-crease ventilation. Shear back old foliage toencourage fresh new growth.

Keep rhubarb healthyDivide congested clumps of rhubarb by dig-ging up and splitting into several pieces witha spade. Re-plant the healthiest lookingpieces.

Plant a fruit tree ready for next yearAutumn is an ideal time to plant many vari-eties of fruit trees. Get ready to enjoy delicious fresh fruitstraight from your garden.

As always, plan ahead, keep learning with us and... Enjoy!

...continued

26.gardening_Layout 1 06/10/2017 10:56 Page 1

breezemagazine 27

27_Layout 1 05/10/2017 18:44 Page 1

breezemagazine28

28_Layout 1 05/10/2017 18:34 Page 1

breezemagazine 29

29_Layout 1 05/10/2017 18:37 Page 1

breezemagazine30

thumbs up!Attenborough girls help celebrate 30 years of Rainbows

500 girls aged 5-7 from all over Notts were out partying to mark 30 years of Rainbows,Girlguiding’s section for its youngest members.The girls, their leaders and a team of volunteer helpers gathered at Wheelgate Theme

Park near Farnsfield for a huge party. Joining in the celebrations were members of 3rdAttenborough Rainbows, including Chloe and Amelia, who are both aged six.‘I was so excited about today I couldn't sleep last night!’ admitted Amelia, whilst

Chloe added: ‘I joined Rainbows because I thought it would be fun to join – and itreally is as we play lots of games!’ Both girls agreed they had loved the rollercoasterand the train rides at Wheelgate Park. ‘We also got to boogie at the disco, and Bluebell,our leader, even won a prize!’

All the Rainbows at Sunday’s event made the most of Wheelgate Park’s array ofactivities - including the Animal Adventure Zone, the Clip Clop Pony Rides, the Land ofthe Pharaohs and the Alien Galaxy Zone – before joining other units in a party tent fora celebratory tea and disco.

Girlguiding Nottinghamshire’s County Commissioner Jackie Brocklehurst wasdelighted the girls had the chance to celebrate together. ‘Being part of Rainbows is soimportant to these youngsters,’ she said. ‘Joining Girlguiding at this age is all aboutsharing fun and friendship, and there was plenty of both on show at this very specialbirthday party.’

Starting aged 5, Rainbows are the youngest members of Girlguiding: they usuallymeet in very small groups, so a gathering on this scale is the largest event some ofthem have ever attended. Girlguiding Nottinghamshire runs 116 Rainbow units acrossthe county and all divisions were represented at the party.

Enquiries about volunteering with Girlguiding Nottinghamshire to help stageevents such as this are always welcome: explorewww.girlguidingnottinghamshire.org.uk to find out more.

30_Layout 1 06/10/2017 14:44 Page 1

breezemagazine31

31_Layout 1 05/10/2017 18:38 Page 1

WOLLATON FLOWERCLUB

Wollaton Flower Club meet atWollaton Community centreon the third Friday of most

months.

We are a small friendly club and visitors are made

most welcome.

On Friday 20th October at 7pm for 7.30pm we are

holding an open evening at Bramcote Memorial Hallwhere our demonstrator

will be Jean Fordham and her demonstration is

entitled 'Something that took my Fancy'.

Tickets cost £7.50 and can be obtained

with more information from01115 928 5136

and are also available onthe door on the night.

HALF TERM ACTIVITIES AT THECANALSIDE HERITAGE CENTRE

Free Drop in – Creative Map Making Workshops

Come and join us in our beautifulupstairs Weir Room where kids can

get creative and take part in makingmagical maps. X marks the spot,

make a treasure map or perhaps tryyour hand at designing your own

city or even an entire world. The possibilities are endless.

Fantastic Mask MakingThen pop downstairs to our

delightful tearoom for refreshmentsand create a fantastic mask to takeaway. Mask Making Kits are £4 and

include a cookie and a drink.

WOLLATON NATURALHISTORY SOCIETY

On Wednesday November15th, Di Mears from the

Nottinghamshire Fungi Groupwill be giving us a talk about

fungi, their uses and whatspecies you are likely to see

locally.

We meet at St Leonard'sCommunity Centre,

Bramcote Lane, Wollaton(opposite the library) at7.30pm. Members free.

Visitors are very welcome at£3.50 on the door, including

refreshments.

For more information on ourprogramme visit our website

atwww.spanglefish.com/Wollat

onNaturalHistory<http://www.spanglefish.com

/WollatonNaturalHistory>.

Enquiries: Peter King 0753 456 7222

SINGLE BUNGALOWS AVAILABLE AT COLLIN’S HOMES.CLOSE TO REGULAR BUS ROUTES AND LOCAL AMENITIES,

THE SITE IS WELL MAINTAINED, QUIET, AND WITHAREAS OF GREEN OPEN SPACE.

Are you 60+ and able to live independently? Do you receive housing benefit/universal credit, and

live in Nottingham City or in Broxtowe, Gedling or Rushcliffe?

If so, you may qualify to live here. We currently have one-bedroom bungalows

available for single people. These have a livingroom, bedroom, fitted kitchen, and a WC/bathroom,

with either a low level bath with shower over, or awet-room. The properties have new carpets fitted.

For couples, we have a waiting list for largerbungalows/houses.

We are situated on Derby Road, Beeston(opposite Wollaton Road, and The Nurseryman)

To find out more please contact Janice Avery on 0115 922 4826 (Monday-Thursday morning), or

Email: abelcollinsadmin@btconnect.comor write to the Administrator,

13a Collin’s Homes, Derby Road,Beeston, Nottingham, NG9 2TF.

Janice can arrange an informal visit foryou to see what we have to offer, andto have a chat with existing residentswho can tell you what they like about

living here.See more at: www.abelcollins.org.uk

Registered charity No 214833

On Saturday 14th October St. John's Church, Bilboroughis holding a TABLE TOP SALE from 10am to 12 noon at the

Social Centre on Graylands Road, NG8 4FD. Entrance is 50p, children free - refreshments will be available,

and there will be lots of bargains to be had! If you would like to book a table please call

Sue on 07967 531 006.

Do you have an interesting activityor run a local club in our area?

Well why not get in touch?

Just email us on info@breeze-magazine.co.uk

OCTOBER HOLIDAY CLUBAT THE PEARSON CENTRE FOR YOUNG PEOPLE

The Pearson Centre for Young People, Nuart Road, Beeston isdelighted to announce its October Holiday Club for 2017,operating from 9am to 4.30pm and additional extendedhours, from Monday 23rd – Friday 27th October 2017 .

Activities are for primary school children aged 6 to 10 and willoffer lots of fun including – sports, cooking, pool, table tennis,arts and crafts, trips to the cinema, quizzes, athletics and teamgames and plenty of laughter. Following a successful summer

our also holiday club for 11 – 13 year olds will also continue.Spaces are limited and are on a first come first served basiswith payment needing to be received before a place can beconfirmed. 10% discount is available for a weeks booking.For more information about the holiday club or to book a

place please contact Charlotte Mould, Development Worker atThe Pearson Centre for Young People on 0115 9254112,

developmentworker@thepearsoncentre.org.uk

FRIENDS OF JOHN CLIFFORD'S FIREWORKS NIGHT WITH MAGIC & MIRACLE

FIREWORKSThursday 2nd November

John Clifford School,Nether Street, Beeston

6 pm till 7:30 pm, fireworks start at 7 pm

Barbecue, hot and cold drinks, stalls andfairground rides. Come and join the fun!

Tickets in advance: adults £3, children £2, family (2 adults & up to 3 children) £8

All tickets on the night £3

No sparklers and no dogs on site please.

Attenborough’s annualAutumn Craft Fair is to be

held on Saturday 4thNovember from 10.00amuntil noon inAttenborough Village Hall

on Attenborough Lane.There’ll be many, varied craftstalls, a raffle andrefreshments. Admission is£1.00 and all proceeds will

be in support of the work ofthe international charity,Water Aid.

breezemagazine32

CHRISTMAS CRAFT AND COFFEE MORNING –in aid of the Bulgarian Baptist Relief Fund (est 27 yrs)

Saturday, 4th November from 10 am to 12The Royal British Legion Social Club,

16 Hall Croft, Beeston NG9 1EL(Between Chilwell High Road & West End.

Please note change of venue this year).Stalls include Christmas Crafts & Gifts, Cakes, Hand-crafted

Cards, Home-made Marmalades, Jams & Chutneys.Also second-hand books, dvds, cds etc.

No Entry Charge – Come & browse – All welcome.

32.noticeboard_Layout 1 06/10/2017 14:57 Page 1

breezemagazine 33

33_Layout 1 05/10/2017 18:40 Page 1

34.edit_Layout 1 06/10/2017 13:08 Page 1

Ramseys_Aug17_Layout 1 01/08/2017 21:39 Page 1

32.edit_Layout 1 01/03/2017 12:37 Page 1