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CONTENTS

4 What’s On Locally?...........................................................................

6 Feature - The Dyke Neuk...........................................................................

8 Feature - Morpeth Ramblers...........................................................................

10 Feature - Knock Knock !...........................................................................

12 Fun Crossword...........................................................................

13 Legal Matters by Jacqueline Emmerson...........................................................................

14 What’s On Locally?...........................................................................

15 Morpeth Restaurants...........................................................................

16 Non-Classified Adverts...........................................................................

20 Feature - Morpeth Footpaths Society...........................................................................

24 Feature - Halloween Really Is Scary...........................................................................

26 What’s On Locally...........................................................................

30 Index of Advertisers ...........................................................................

Welcome!Every month Steve (from our Focus Around arm of the business) and I visit the various areas we cover, dropping off booklet samples and meeting up with our customers. On our rounds we have strategically placed “refuelling stops” where we top up on food and drink, aside from Weatherspoon’s pubs of course!!!

On our latest trip we visited two fantastic establishments that we’d only just found - Rosetta Cafe in Forest Hall and Deli Espresso in Gosforth.

In Forest Hall we popped into the Rosetta Cafe to see new customers Patricia & Ahmed, who have recently set up their business and have just started advertising with us in our Forest Hall magazine.

Well, their advert claims they serve “simply the best coffee...”, and being a couple of coffee addicts we thought we’d test out the claim - WOW!!! Ahmed blends his own mix of beans and the experience was truly delicious.

The couple then tempted us with samples of their home made food; dark chocolate brownies, proper waffles (not the mass produced eggy ones) and chocolate covered shortbread. I have to say the food was superb - but don’t take my word for it, pop in and sample for yourself.

Rosetta Cafe is just off Forest Hall Centre on West View (the side street almost opposite the railway footbridge) and don’t forget to tell them that you heard about the cafe in Focus Around! If you call in October and the cafe is shut don’t worry, the couple are away for a couple of weeks but do call back, trust me it will be worth the wait!

This was our second visit to new business Deli Espresso, at the bottom of Salter’s Road in Gosforth, and once again the welcome we received from owners Ashley & Amber was second to none. They too (as the business name suggests) serve a beautiful cup of coffee, but what we hadn’t expected was the amazing flavour of their huge cupcakes...they are a meal in themselves and simply melt in the mouth...totally delicious!

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MURDERED TO DEATH (St Georges’ Church Hall Morpeth)St Georges’ Community Players present Murdered to Death, a comedy thriller by Peter Gordon on 17/18/19 November 2011 at 7.30pm. Tickets cost £5 & £4 (concessions) from Morpeth Tourist Information on 01670 500 700. For further information please call Mrs Heather Robinson on 01670 812 870

“In Peter Gordens’ play we find death amoug a cast of characters guaranteed to delight & confuse. A murder brings the truth tumbling out & clues fly thick & fast, but are they red herrings? Will acting Inspecter Pratt & his long suffering constable be able to solve the crime? That is a further mystery. The laughs come think & fast before we find out who did it.”

BUDDHIST MEDITATION CLASSES (RAFA Club, Elm House, Wellway, Morpeth)Every Friday from 12 noon to 1pm. Open class drop in sessions starting from 9th OCTOBER 2011. All are welcome. £4-5 concessions. Phone 0191 284 3501 for more details.

LEONARD CHESHIRE DISABILITY (Bradbury Court, Thornhill Road, Ponteland NE20 9NU)Do you want to enhance your skills, gain work experience, and expand your CV,? Then why not volunteer? Volunteer at your local supported living scheme Bradbury Court, Ponteland. Previous experience of working with disabled adults is not necessary, as full training will be given. For more information contact your volunteer coordinator Denise Chapman on 01661 867 611 or email: [email protected]. (Leonard Cheshire Disability is a company limited by guarantee registered in England no: 552847 and a registered charity no: 218186)

MORPETH CAMERA CLUB (Morpeth Methodist Church)The club meets every Tuesday night at 7.30pm and our programme for the new season includes various speakers, interclub and internal competitions (involving prints, digital images, and audio-visual presentations) and teaching sessions on digital techniques, practical nights and social evenings.

This year, for the first time, club members will be busy organizing their forthcoming event ‘An Eye for Nature’ which will take place in the Church on Tuesday 8th November at 7.30pm and will be presented by the internationally recognised natural history photographer, Rob Jordan, who is a former member of Morpeth Camera Club.

For further information regarding the club, its programme, gallery and forthcoming events, please visit our websitewww.morpethcameraclub.co.uk New members will be made most welcome.

MORPETH THEATRE GROUP Morpeth Theatre Group are an amateur theatre company formed in 1979 as Morpeth Pantomime Society. New members are always welcome on and off stage. No experience is necessary and new members have the same opportunities toaudition as established members so come along and join us. Middle School children are eligible to join as family members along with a responsible adult member. High School students are eligible to join as Youth Members. There is no upper age limit. Visit us at www.morpeththeatregroup.co.uk.Upcoming Events: Fashion Show on 7th October at KEVI. Christmas Craft Fair Date to be confirmed. “Dick Whit-tington and his Cat” pantomime 26th – 28th January 2011.For more information contact Secretary Alison Starkey 01670 514 694 or Chairman Joann Evans 01670 512 532.

MORPETH TOWNSWOMEN’S GUILD (St Robert’s Church Hall) Meet on 2nd Thursday of every month (except August) from 2-4pm. Visitors welcome at a cost of £1.50

PLAYTIME PLUS (St Aidan’s Church, Stobhill)Playtime Plus meets during school term times and is a group for the under 5s and their carers. Meetings start at 1.45 pm and children enjoy a variety of activities. We begin at 1.30pm with informal play in the children’s area at the back of the church where we also offer refreshments to the children and adults. At approximately 2.15pm we move to the front of the church, nearer the altar. The children are encouraged to sit on the carpet and take part in a very informal act of worship. This involves listening to a short story which is delivered using a variety of visual aids, depending on the theme, and is usually interactive due to the age of the children; then song time when one or two songs may be chosen by myself in connection with our theme but the children are also welcome to choose any particular song they wish (nursery rhymes etc.) that are familiar to them. We end the worship time with a short, sung prayer. We conclude with a simple craft which is also linked to our story and helps to reinforce the message it contains. We are a very informal group, with a mixture of people who come to Church and others who don’t and anyone interested in finding out more can contact Wendy, who runs the group, or just come along and give us a try. Everyone will be made very welcome. For more information contact the Parish Office. Tel 01670 503 326.

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Fantastic Food, Fantastic Service, Fantastic Place!Inside the décor is of a quality feel, with slate floors and stone walls in the restaurant. Upstairs, the 4 starB & B has recently been refurbished to a very high standard and the 4 en-suite rooms are all very comfortable. There is a small outside eating area for Al Fresco dining, which is a lovely place to sit and gaze into the beautiful Northumbrian countryside. The bar provides home cooked traditional dishes, such as the popular Steak and ale pie. The bar is well stocked and carries two real ales from the local Wylam Brewery, which was awarded the prestigious Champion Beer at the 2001 CAMRA Newcastle Beer Festival. We also have a snooker table in the bar and a TV near the fireplace. There is also a games area, which plays host to quiz nights, special offer nights and the occasional live music. We hold shows every August which include all kinds of country contests including Northumberland music, Tug of War, Bee Keeping, Pony Riding, etc. A great day out for the kids! And for the OAPs, we have OAP Specials every Monday to Friday from 12pm to 2pm.

The pub is open daily from 12pm till late with food available Mon to Sat, 12pm - 9pm and 12pm - 8 pm on Sundays. Our Quiz nights are held every Tuesday, and we also host occasional live music. Please call us for more information on 01670 772 662 or visit our website www.thedykeneuk.co.uk

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If you would like to get out more and enjoy your local area with like-minded people, the Morpeth Ramblers is for you! We meet at 9 am every 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month at the car park next to Morpeth Library. We normally car share to the start point and very occasionally we use a coach if it involves a longer journey, and there is enough interest.

The walks are generally for people who are reasonably fit with at least a little country walking experience. Some of the walks may include steep paths and open country and it is best to contact the secretary or leader beforehand to check on the grade of walk if there is any doubt. As conditions on walks can vary with the terrain and weather, walking boots and waterproofs are recommended as is a rucksack with sufficient food and drink.

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KNOCK KNOCK !in fact began generations ago as we left food and other offerings to appease wanderingspirits. This developed into people usingcostumes of spirits to go from door to door to collect these offerings.

Others strike a different note and propose that Halloween is nothing more than frivolity. Then, those maybe less enchanted see October 31 as just an easy way for youngsters to get money or sweets simply by knocking on your door.

Heh, whatever. But for one thing. Halloweenhas never been bigger or simpler. If you want, there is no need to carve your pumpkin anymore as you can actually buy plastic ones. Maybe that is carving up tradition a little too far.

Of course, if you having none of it. There is always the temptation to switch off the lights, draw the curtains and just pretend you are not at home.

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Yes, here we go again. Vampires, ghouls and ghosts descending on our doorstep as night falls and the witching hour begins. Oooh, all a bit scary, haunted and horrible.

You can almost forget bonfire night. Pumpkinsand the paranormal or now the daring of the darkness. Just take a look at your local supermarket or corner shop. Aisles are set aside with all the latest gadgets and gimmicks for the big event.

You can get everything from skeletons to scary butlers and a whole assortment of spooky noises.

And the kids seem to love it. The spookier the better. And, let’s be honest, there are mums and dads out there who jump at the chance to put on a cloak and add extra blood tainted fangs.

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Using the Collaborative process Rodger and Sue could set out the issues that they would like to discuss at a first four way meeting. Their solicitors will then meet to draw up an agenda for the meeting. In this example it may be agreed at the meeting that Sue shall receive less maintenance from Rodger to allow him to fund better accommodation for himself in the medium term. Some thought could be given as to when/if the family home is to be sold; a delay in doing this could make everyone feel less worried. Arrangements could be made for Rodger to immediately start seeing more of the children.

At the first meeting, Rodger and Sue will be expected to sign an agreement stating that if they are unable to agree on all matters and they wish to pursue the court route then they would each have to appoint a new solicitor. This may seem a strange concept however, the point of the agreement is twofold:

It means that if the going gets tough in the meetings, which it may well do, then the parties and their solicitors are encouraged to come up with workable solutions and not to walk away from the process.

The other reason is that everyone is far more open in the Collaborative process; this is on the basis that they are trying to resolve issues together. Without the agreement being signed both parties may fear that information shared at such a meeting could be used against them in court.

The advantage of this process is that your solicitor will be present at all meetings, you can be given legal advice throughout and the outcome is governed by the wishes of you and your partner rather than a judge.

From the solicitor’s point of view this is a new experience, instead of us doing all the talking we find ourselves listening more. My Husband is delighted to hear it!

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Is there An Easier Way to Separate?It is a well-accepted fact that divorce orseparation is one of the most stressful events in a person’s life.

However, there a process that is relatively new to this country which is designed to try and minimise anxiety and stress. It is known as Collaborative Law and is practised by solicitors who have undertaken specialist training. The idea is to try to avoid the traditionalcourt route.

If a client is interested in the process and, if their (ex) partner’s solicitor is also a Collaborative lawyer, then the process is potentially workable.

In the first instance each party will discuss with their solicitor the most pressing issues affecting them. As a solicitor I would still be giving my client legal advice throughout the process. However, from the client’s point of view they may have more urgent concerns that they would like to have addressed sooner than the usual court process will permit.

Consider the case of Sue and Rodger. Until recently they lived in a nice house with their two teenage children in an area with good schools. Following their separation Rodger now lives in a two bedroomed flat which he finds very depressing. He feels as if he hardly ever sees the children. Sue is worried sick that they will have to sell the house and that the children will have to move to another school. The children feel stunned and are generally worried about everything.




MORPETH MUSIC SOCIETY (Morpeth Methodist Centre, Howard Road, Morpeth)We hold six concerts monthly throughout the winter, usually on the 2nd Thursday of the month (but not always). Concerts are held in the Morpeth Methodist Centre and commence at 7.30 pm. Tickets are:, adults - £12, students over 18 - £2.50 and under 18s free. Member’s subscriptions £55. Tickets are available at the door on the night or from the Morpeth Tourist Information Centre.

October 13th London Mozart Trio • November 10th Libor Novacek (Pianot)December 8th The Musicke Company “A Yuletide Tale” • February 2nd London Haydn Quartet and Clarinet.March lst Joanna MacGregor (Piano) • April 12th Badke Quartet

THE COBWEB ORCHESTRA (St James Centre, Wellway)The orchestra meets at St James Centre on Tuesday evenings from 7.15pm in school terms. Friendly open-access orchestra; all instruments and abilities welcome. See www.cobweborchestra.org.uk or phone 01670 519 800

MORPETH FLOWER CLUB (St James Centre (except in April...our Open Night held at King Edward School)All fourth Wednesday evenings at 7.30 pm. Affiliated to NAFAS26th Oct 2011 Area Demonstrator Mrs Mildred Stafford - Steel, Style & Simplicity23rd Nov 2011 CHRISTMAS DEMO National Demonstrator Mr David Ryland - Christmas Compendium25th Jan 2012 Area Demonstrator Mrs Christine Ogle - A Touch of GlassVisitors are very welcome. Please contact Marjorie Holt on 01670 513 336 or Christine Ogle on 01670 513 625

MORPETH HEALTH WALKS GROUP (Riverside Leisure Centre)The group was set up in July 2010 and is part of a national initiative to encourage people to get out and about for short walks in their local area. Walks are free, open to any adults and take place every Tues morning at 10.30am from the Riverside Leisure Centre and last about an hour…usually with a stop for a cuppa afterwards.

NORTHUMBERLAND CREDIT UNION: Community savings & loans - save with us and qualify for a low cost loan. Tel: 01670 503 666 for details.

TEATIME TALK (St George’s United Reformed Church Hall)All Tea Time Talks are held on Thursdays at 2.30pm and are followed by a cream tea with home-made scones and jam, & all for a mere £2! Tickets can be ordered in advance through Dr Jared Johnson (01670 514 610) or you can pay on the door. Thursday 13 October - Speaker: Jared Johnson “William Turner – the Father of English Botany” Thursday 10 November - Speaker: Paul Kidd JP “ A View from the Bench”

TREACLE WOOL SHOP WORKSHOPS (Chantry Place)Claire Lancaster & Kim Hewison are business partners. Email [email protected]. 01670 504 045

AFTERNOON TEA DANCE (St Benedict’s Church Hall, Cowpen)Every Thursday afternoon from 2-4pm. Admission £1.00, and includes light refreshments & bingo. Call Bruce on 01670 812 893 for more information.

PEGSWOOD DANCE CLUB (Pegswood Welfare Club)Ballroom and sequence dancing to live music with a friendly and welcoming atosphere. All abilities welcome. Dances held every Tuesday 8 till 11 pm at Pegswood Welfare Club. Admission £2.50.

SEQUENCE DANCE CLUBEvery Tuesday evening at Guide Post Club from 7-10pm. All welcome. Admission £1.30. Also every Friday afternoon at Newbiggin W.I. from 2-4pm. All welcome. Admission £1.30, includes light refreshments. Call Bruce on 01670 812 893 for more information on both events.

SUNSHINE PLAYGROUP MORPETH (Morpeth Methodist Church)Three mornings a week (Mon, Wed & Fri) from 9.30am to 12pm. For children aged from 2-5 yrs old. Registered (1069348) non profit organisation & OFSTED registered (EY294906). Staff are qualified & CRB checked. Accreditedwith pre-school learning alliance (PLA). We offer your child: a specially tailored curriculum leading to approvedoutcomes; individual care & attention made possible by a high ratio of adult to children; fun & friendship with children & other adults; opportunities for you & your family to be directly involved in the activities of the group & your own child’s progress; visits to local places - outdoor trips & nature walks are offered (subject to the availability of helpers at the time). Contact Mrs Lorna Freeman (Playgroup Leader), Morpeth Methodist Church, Howard Road, Morpeth, NE61 1HU. Tel: 07980 338 014, email [email protected] or visit www.sunshineplaygroupmorpeth.moonfruit.com


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I also recall fondly that Halloween many, many full moons ago, was the one and only time I have ever won anything. Back in Brownies we held a Halloweenparty which included a fancy dress competition. Whereas my fellow pack members all committed the fatal rookie error of turning up dressed in black with a pointy paper hat, I had thought out of the box like a stealth Pixie. I had decided to dress up, or should that rather be down, as that traditional Halloween favourite - a tramp. Far be it from any good Brown Owl to be able to favour one seven year old would be witch and accompanying pushy mother overanother; I’m sure it was far easier to just go with the only one wearing a pair of holey socks and her Dad’s old tin mug from his building site days strapped to her waist with a piece of string.

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AGE UK NORTHUMBERLAND - MONTHLY TEA DANCE (St James’ Community Centre, Wellway)Held on the first Wednesday of every month from 2-4pm. Sequence dancing, with some line dancing. Admission £1.00, includes free raffle ticket and light refreshments. Please call Maisie Polworth for more information on 01670 511 757.

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TEA DANCE FOR AGE UK NORTHUMBERLAND (St James’ Community Centre, Wellway)Held on the third Wednesday of every month from 2-4pm. Sequence dancing, with some line dancing. Admission £1.00. Call Ian for more information on 01670 790 090.

MORPETH BOWLING CLUB (Carlisle Park)Free coaching every Saturday morning commencing 21st May from 10am to 12 noon, weather permitting. Only require-ment is flat-soled shoes. Bowls provided. All ages warmly welcomed. Whether you’re new or haven’t played since the Armada, come and join us! Ring John (01670 511 447) or Jean (01670 514 862).

MORPETH FARMER’S MARKET (Morpeth Market Place)Saturday 1st October from 9.30am-2.30pm. Local producers selling direct to the public. Free admission, £20 to producers. Contact Pat Walsh to book a stall on 07900 052 447. Future dates (always first Sat of month): Nov 5th, Dec 3rd.

MORPETH FOOTPATHS SOCIETYEnjoy walks of varying lengths, mostly on Sunday though we do have 3 summer Tuesday evening walks. For further info. please email [email protected] or visit our website www.morpethfootpathssociety.org.uk or call Sarah Howells on 01670 513 757. Guest walkers can join our walks for £1 (maximum 2 walks).Sunday 16 October Scots Gap to Elsdon (ALL DAY WALK). Start: 9.30am prompt. Coach from Morpeth LeisureCentre (£6 payable on the day on the coach). Phone Mieke to book a seat. 01670 514 615. Take picnic. ~9½ miles, ~5½ hours walking. Part old railway trackbed, a bit of open country, some forest walking and then a descent to Elsdon. Not too strenuous. The coach will pick us up at Elsdon at 3.15pm, back in Morpeth 4.00pm. Leader: John Mountain Sunday 30 October Yeavering Bell (strenuous walk). Start: 11.00am ~10 miles ~5 hrs walking. Take the A697 to Wooler and park in car park at North end of village next to Tourist Information Centre. GR 989281. Walk to Yeavering Bell via Humbleton, Gleadscleugh and White Law , returning to Wooler via St Cuthbert’s Way. Good views on a clear day. Walk on roads, tracks and paths over moorland, which can be rough, steep and boggy. Leader: Martin Laidler

THE SOUTH EAST NORTHUMBERLAND BRANCH M.S. SOCIETY (St James’ Comm. Centre, Wellway)Monthly meetings held on the second Wednesday of each month from 7pm till 9pm. Each meeting includes a raffle and tea & biscuits. Free admission. Please come along.

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Bathrooms & Kitchens

Home visits 8am - 8pm Saturday & Sunday appointments available

NO DEPOSIT, NO PRESSURE, 100% QUALITYYes, really no deposit on all bathrooms & kitchens

Bespokebathrooms& kitchens

from

£4999

• Complete Supply & Installation Service by qualified in-house fitting teams

• Free advice, 3D design & planning in your home

• Free quotes with no obligation

Visit our newly opened showroom in Morpeth!Huge range of Bathrooms & Kitchens on display

www.arcbathrooms.co.uk www.arckitchens.co.ukOPEN : MON - SAT 9.00am/5.00pm

SHOWROOM AT : 26-28 Newgate Street MORPETH NE61 1BA

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TEL : 01670 518 456

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