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Scene the Rutland

www.therutlandscene.co.ukissue 14 / September 2010

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Inside...Ballet debut RutlandInterview with Nick HamiltonNew Businesses in UppinghamNEW! Citizens Advice Column

Normanton Park Hotel Competition

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In the last few weeks of summer I think we’ll all be hoping for an Indian one, late summer sun, evenings in the garden either preparing the garden for the coldermonths or just enjoying time with family and friends. In the new Scene offices at Wittering, we’ve already had to talk about Christmas ideas and deadlines! But ifthere’s a bit of late sun, we’ll still make the most of it.

The Scene magazine in Rutland has been out for over a year now. Our maga-zines are now reaching the Deepings, Stamford, Rutland and most recently Peterborough and Bourne. So 34,000 magazines a month! September sees the launch of the new Wedding Scene magazine too (see page 40).This month in Rutland we’re looking at travel, weddings, music and a historical re-enactment in Stamford as well as what is going on in the heart of Rutland. The Uppingham Theatre Company is working hard on preparing for their pantomime – you can see more information on page 37....oh no you can’t.....no really, you can!

In Great Bowden, a big charity auction of skills is taking place in September, see page 16 for more information or visit www.gbrecitaltrust.co.uk

Don’t forget to keep us up to speed on what’s going on in Rutland, events, fundraising, new business success....there’s news on Uppingham businesses on page 18.

Finally, the Scene are hosting a Macmillan coffee morning, details on page 46 – why don’t you host one too?

Heidi & Naomi

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P38-39 Motoring

P34-35 Travel

P36-37 What’s on

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P22 Review

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New Beginners’ Ballroom and Latin Class:Every Thursday, Starting 7th October ,7.15-9.15pm

Adults of all ages welcomeChurch Street Entrance. Car Park nearby.For more Information Contact Ruth on:

07963 527063Life Member of International Dance

Teachers’ Association

Learn to Dance in the beautifulballroom of Victoria Hall,Oakham


Made to measure For a free brochure telephone 01664 474013 www.rutlandshutters.co.uk

Rutland ShuttersPlantation Shutters

www.rutlandshutters.co.ukFor a free brochure telephone 01664 474013

Made to Measure

Retirement talk.The government is abolishing the rule forcing pensioners when to purchase an Annuity. In doing so, it will re-write the rules governing buying a pension - but is it right for you?

Currently, you can use your pension fund to buy a flexible income each year. But because your fund remains invested and as there is no guarantee to future perfor-mance and value, this Drawdown arrangement is known as an unsecured pension (USP). Or you may buy a set lifetime’s income (an Annuity). At age 75 – age 77 from 22 April 2010 to 06 April 2011 – people in Drawdown must move to alternatively secured pension (ASP).

A main difference between USP and ASP is that if someone dies under USP there is a 35% charge on drawn down funds whereas under ASP the charge rises to an eye watering 82%. Under the proposed new rules this charge will move to 55%. However, there are other important differ-ences. Drawdown income is limited according to the annual income that may be bought by an Annuity. The maximum that can be taken in any one year is 120% of what the same pension fund would have bought as an Annuity. A danger is that poor investment returns combined with drawing too much income early in retirement means that when it comes to buying an Annuity later on, the fund is too

small to live off. An Annuity provides a set income for life. Your money is invested (in low-risk bonds, gilts etc), but low interest rates and increasing life expectancy mean Annuity rates are at an all-time low. But because to beat Annuity rates Drawdown money may still be exposed to riskier investments, it represents a riskier option. However, Drawdown could buy not only more pension but also valu-able time before Annuity rates improve. Those in Drawdown avoid being locked into a poor Annuity rate, they retain control over their income and investments, and gain an opportunity to grow their pension fund further before they buy an Annuity. Investing in funds, shares and so on might also deliver higher returns.

However, the fact remains that Drawdown is potentially an expensive and complex proposition and presents a risk for those who have enough funds to consider Drawdown but not quite enough money to afford to make any mistakes. If you are about to enter retirement, or wish to plan for it, we offer a completely Independent perspective. For a complimentary and obligation free consultation in Peterborough, please contact Alastair Rush on 01572 768879.


Courses for adults and families

Rutland Adult Learning runs courses in venues across Rutland and in surrounding areas, such as Great Casterton and Bourne, so that everyone who wants to learn has access to a course nearby.

Many of Rutland Adult Learning’s courses are laid on as a result of demand from learners, and this year several new topics have been added including Garden Design, Crocheting and Life Coaching. Most courses are subsidised by the Skills Funding Agency so represent great value for money, and you can be confident that although fees are low the quality of teaching is of the highest standard, with all our tutors qualified and highly experienced in their fields.

As well as running adult courses, Rutland Adult Learning also holds regular free Family Learning events for families. The events are informal and friendly, and offer a great opportunity for children and their parents to learn together and make new friends.

Rutland Adult Learning also offers training for businesses, in the form of QCF qualifications for staff and on-site training for groups in subjects such as customer service.

Hair Today... Gone

TomorrowSeeing as we finally got some decent British sun, it’s time to get your legs out and those bikini lines prepped for your holidays. Shaving my legs isn’t, if I’m honest a everyday occurrence, let alone a weekly activity, generally it revolves around my social life and what nights I’m going out, luckily my re-growth is blonde so I can get away with it and the man in my life doesn’t notice! However the one thing I hate is armpit hair; there’s no excuse to do a Julia Roberts – yuck! Top tip: if you get shaving rash under your armpits after using a razor & shave gel, try ditching the shave gel and have a dry shave, works for me….

Here are my best tips for the best hair removal products around:

Epilator’s

For those of you that don’t know, an epilator is an electrical device used to remove hair by mechanically grasping multiple hairs simultane-ously and pulling them out, its similar to waxing. I highly recommend them for your bikini line, especially as waxing can be expensive if you go to a salon. Epilators never need to be replaced so they are definitely a good investment. You can pick one up from about £35 and they range up to over £100. New to the epilator world is the Braun Silk-epil Xpressive Pro Wet & Dry Rechargeable Epilator, which comes with close grip technology which lifts, loosens and removes hair short as a grain of sand, it’s quite pricey, but you get what you pay for!

Nad’s Ingrow Solution & Facial Wax Strips

I use this product regularly as it’s perfect for using after shaving and waxing, the solution helps to main-tain clear, irritation free skin. After using the product I noticed that my bikini line (which is prone to a few ingrown hairs) remained clear.

The solution contains Aloe Vera and it is really quick and easy to apply. Their waxing strips are also really good they are easy to use and only need warming up in your hands. Perfect to get rid of those little hairs on your face without causing redness.

Gillette Venus Spa breeze 2 in 1 razor plus shave gel bars

The first disposable razor with built-in shave gel bars, com-bining the simplicity of Venus Breeze with the convenience of a disposable! Simply add water for skin-loving light lather and a smooth shave without the need for separate shave gel, what a time saver?

Veet’s new hair removal range

The new Veet Suprem’ Essence range, with its new formula has been enriched with a blend of essential oils and velvet rose fragrance to leave your skin moisturised, delicately scented and luxuriously smooth. The range includes: wax strips, hair removal cream, shower hair removal cream & a spray on hair remover cream which are all delicately scented, meaning they won’t smell of that yucky hair removal aroma. The range seems to be quite well thought out, however spray on hair remover cream for me is messy and time con-suming; I’ll stick to shaving my legs.

Beauty Barbie X



The Great Bowden Recital Trust is hosting a fundraising event on Saturday 25th September with a skills auction & dinner at the Village Hall in Great Bowden. The evening starts at 7.30pm for an 8pm three-course dinner, created by chef Roy Shortland. But don’t wait for the night, start bidding for your favourite items NOW. Roy has a wealth of experience from being a pastry chef at the Royal Lancaster Hotel, London to Head Pastry Chef for Sally Clarke. He then furthered his career by working with Nico Ladenis for 2 years at his two Michelin star restaurant. Roy has more recently worked as the Head Chef for Mars UK, working on developing their range of gourmet products.

TicketsDon’t be disappointed, buy a ticket today so that you can be there in person to place your bids and have a hugely entertaining evening. There are only 60 tickets available and it’s strictly first come, first served so you need to act quickly. Call Andrew Cartwright on 01572 823552.

RememberVisit www.gbrecitaltrust.co.uk/auction today to view the list of bid items and make sure you place your bids even if you cannot be there on the night. Simply, click on the ‘Make a bid’ link and send the item number, your name and address alongwith your bid – if no-one beats it on the night, the item is yours! www.gbrecitaltrust.co.uk/auction

Place Your

Bids NOW

Why An Auction?As a fundraiser and an alternative to a sponsored event, the Skills Auction hopes to raise thousands of pounds to continue the work of GBRT. Bid items fall into three categories: 1. Learn a new skill – With a range of chefs, music teachers, dancers, etc offering their services, this would be a great opportunity to learn a new inter-est. 2. Enjoy someone else’s skill – Benefit from the experience and years of learning that someone else has invested and enjoy the fruits of their labours.

3.Other – Simply, bid for an item that has been provided does not need a skill to create or to enjoy.

With a fantastic variety of bid items and the list still growing, 35 to date, items are already receiving bids on a number of them so see what takes your fancy and place your bid today: www.gbrecitaltrust.co.uk/auction.

The Trust (Charity Reg No.1118140)

GBRT Skills Auction 2010 – Place Your Bids NOW

JAMES COTTAMTel: 01778 424288

Mob: 07793 488466

[email protected]

• CARPETS • WOOD • VINYL• CERAMIC TILING

Home visits to suit you | Price match promise – like for like

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Afternoon Tea at Normanton Park


When we visit our high streets now we often are guided by our perceptions of the bad economy, to look for ‘which shop has closed this week’. Uppingham is certainly bucking this trend and has recently seen many new businesses open on the high street and positive sounds are that there are more to come.

The Olive Kitchen is tucked away in Printers Yard off the High Street, offering you a selection of Mediterranean foods, a delicatessen, crepes, waffles and of course, olives. Open Monday to Saturday from 9am – 5.30pm, you can visit for some treats to take home for lunch or dinner, stay for a coffee or a fresh fruit milkshake and a natter with owner Anthony, or bring the Olive Kitchen to your home with a Paella party. A perfect excuse for fun with friends, without the need to do the cooking! Call Anthony Savage on 01572 822588www.theolivekitchen.co.uk

For many years now, a fresh fruit and veg shop has been a rare sight on our high streets. Again, Uppingham can boast its very own local shop, with locally sourced produce. EW Greengrocers is based in the old Earthworks premises on the High Street, who have now moved a few doors down to a larger shop. Both businesses are owned by Lesley Smillie, who has responded to the demand for freshly picked and carefully chosen seasonal food. Lesley is up and out before we’ve even thought about waking from our slumber, often leaving at 3am to get the best pick. For those busy bees that can’t make it to the shop, Lesley can deliver fruit and veg boxes from £10, with no delivery charge in Uppingham.

Open Tuesday – Friday 9am – 5pm and Saturday 9am – 4.30pm, Tel: 01572 829997 or 01572 822276.

High street revivial in an award winning market town

A community project to bring high-speed, wireless broadband to Uppingham has won the East Midlands regional prize in the prestigious Action for Market Towns, ‘Market Town’ Awards. The project has earned the town regional recognition, lead by business partnership for the town, Uppingham First in partnership with Rutland County Council, who part- funded the Uppingham Wi-Fi pilot through the Welland Market Towns challenge fund money.

Due to a lack of high-speed broadband from a major telecoms company, Uppingham First looked at whether a system of Wi-Fi aerials covering the whole of the town could provide at least 10Mb broadband. Working with local business, Rutland Telecom Ltd, the team piloted the project first by providing a service to the Beeches Estate on the north side of Uppingham. Based on the success of the pilot, £20,000 of funding was secured to provide a further network of miniature aerials by March 2011. A final stage, which will complete provision of Wi-Fi to the remainder of town, is due to be completed by March 2012. The project gives two hours a day of free community access to high speed Wi-Fi, with further access available on payment.

Uppingham First was winner of the Business and Economy Category and overall regionalwinners of the East Midlands Market Town Awards. They now go head-to-head with other regional winners to compete for the National Market Town Award at the Action for Market Towns Convention in Chippenham, Wiltshire on October 12. www.towns.org.uk

Market Town award in Uppingham

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KEEPING IT IN THE

FAMILYRutland Tile Gallery, which was officially opened a year ago by the former Mayor of Oakham, Jan Fillingham, MBE, is celebrating its anniversary by expanding after a very successful first year in business. Jane Godding who runs the tile shop in Midland Court, off Station Approach, in Oakham, has now been joined full time by daughter Emily Godding, and has added more floor space by putting in a mezzanine floor. Rutland Tile Gallery specialise in the best quality ceramics, mosaics, glass, and natural stone wall and floor tiles. They have just introduced Villeroy & Boch to their list of high quality suppliers - one of the oldest industrial enterprises of international stature. Also included is Porcelanosa, Classical Flagstones, Original Style, The Winchester Tile Company, Waxman Ceramics, The Good Flooring Company, N&C Livetile (bespoke glass splash-backs) and now, with a fully trained fitter, are able to offer Karndean flooring (replicating nature, with the versatility of vinyl). They can also provide a complete supply and fitting service, and specialise in disability bathrooms and wet rooms, including full personalised design and installation.

If you have a project coming up, either domestic or commercial, and you would like their help, Jane and Emily will be very happy to assist. For further details telephone 01572 722500, or visit the website: www.rutlandtilegallery.co.uk

Phone call scam

Rutland County Council’s Fraud Investigation Team has been made aware of a telephone scam currently being used. The scam works by someone calling and stating they are calling from Rutland County Council and are calling to ask about the residents’ council tax band being reduced and offering to obtain a rebate on behalf of the occupier. The first question they ask, however, is for the occupi-ers’ bank details. Rutland County Council would like to remind residents that bank account details are not requested over the phone. If residents receive this kind of call please report it to Rutland County Council on 01572 722 577.

Portfolio Holder for Corporate Services, Councillor Terry Kind advises: “You should never give any information regarding bank accounts or cards to anyone you do not know – if you have any doubts regarding being contacted by telephone or e-mail from someone who claims they are from the council please feel free to contact the council directly on 01572 722 577 or email [email protected]


A MATCH MADE IN HEAVEN….! Taylor and Rose new shop opening…With all the reports in the press that focus on the tough side of busi-ness and the unfortunate position that some businesses find them-selves in, forcing them to close, it’s great news to hear of a new shop opening in Oakham on Mill Street.

Co-owner Tamara tells us more…..In the beginning there was just me -Tamara, then I found someone that is as passionate about spread sheets and stock counts as I am about up-cycled furniture and interior styling. A match made in heaven! And the greatest thing is that Tania is my cousin and the nearest thing I will get to having a sister. So when we both reached a career cross-roads we decided to partner our skills and launch Taylor & Rose! We specialise in up-cycled, re-loved furniture with beautiful classic English home and garden gifts. We try to buy UK made and eco friendly where possible and support local craft and artists. We also stock great eco paint and fabric with a make up service for curtains and cushions right through to whole home and garden projects. You are sure to find something that will put a smile on your face and if not please take advantage of our ‘find it for you service.’

Best wishes Tamara and Tania

22 Mill Street Oakham.LE15 6AEwww.taylorandrose.co.uk07858842534

“ I love to play Donald Steel’s courses and believe Stapleford to be one of England’s greatest

Jewels” Sam Torrance

Earlier this summer, we were invited to play a round of golf at the Stapleford Park course. Having recently watched the likes of Ian Woosnam and Constantina Rocca playing the golf course at Stapleford Park as part of the 2010 Handa European Senior Masters, we arrived through the main entrance with some trepidation. Before the exertions of a game of golf, we had a light lunch of club sandwiches and home-made crisps in the main house. Lunch was most enjoyable and although it was a just a sandwich it was well presented, well cooked and the home made crisps were divine! Feeling ready to take on the course, we gathered our things from the car and headed to the course. The first glimpse of the golf course is impressive, with the Imposing mod-ern Club House (Pavillion) providing a fantas-tic backdrop to the 18th hole. The changing rooms at the clubhouse provide very good amenities – lockers, toiletries, towels, water dispenser etc. The golf course is in excellent condition and is a joy to play; challenging without being ridiculously difficult. The course winds its way through the historic landscape of mature trees, ponds and streams and even the river Eye comes into play on four holes.

There are plenty of hazards which means you need to think about how you play each hole and how you approach each green, which makes it interesting.

The greens are undulating and reasonably quick so you have to read your putts well. Some of the bunkers are very challenging which again makes your approach shots important and there are a number of other hazards with a fair bit of water. The rough is wispy and not too treacherous. So we’ll be more prepared next time!

Overall an excellent course and one we would happily play on a regular basis. It does appeal to golfers of all levels as it presents a good challenge for low handicappers and yet is not too damaging or difficult for high handicappers. As Sam Torrance said “ I love to play Donald Steel’s courses and believe Stapleford to be one of England’s greatest Jewels”

For more information, contact Stapleford Park on 01572 787000

www.staplefordpark.com

Stapleford Park Course Review

Stapleford Park Membership Fee’s

Membership - Individual and Corporate memberships are available and including the following;

Golf

• Year-round use of the 18 hole golf course, use of the practice areas, including complimentary range balls on the driving range and the nine hole putting green.

• Guests green fees at only £25

Spa and fitness

• A full gym induction, fitness consultation and training plan with a qualified fitness instructor and year-round use of the gym with Techno-gym equipment and wellness system key

• Regular fitness classes including step, indoor cycling, yoga and aqua aerobics

• Members-only beauty, pamper and relax-ation promotions at the Clarins gold spa

• Use of the pool complex including a 22m spa pool, sauna, steam room and jacuzzi

• Year-round use of the six all-weather tennis courts, access to our tennis coach, swimming instructor and personal trainers

• Guests day fees at only £25

Country pursuits

• Access to activities on the estate, including shooting, archery and falconry

The crèche

• Access to our Ofsted regulated Day Care Nursery for children aged 8 and under

For membership information, contact Stapleford Park

on 01572 787000www.staplefordpark.com

Membership is £1200 pro rata with a £300 joining fee from 1st April to 31st March.

From 1st September membership is approx £700 + £300 joining fee to 31st March.

LATEST ANNOUNCEMENT 2011 Handa Senior

Masters will be held at Stapleford Park week commencing 30th May as part of

the European Tour.


Our installation teams are all highly skilled trades people with a wealth of experience. Their pride in their work ensures our customers are delighted with the end product and ensures that WOW factor!

You are invited to help celebrate our Showrooms Birthdays:

September is our Birthday month. To celebrate we’re giving You some great presents.

Visit our showrooms at 6-7 Victor Way Bourne or 9 Bridge End Road Grantham to see what gift we have in store for you. Refreshments availablethroughout each day.

Truly amazing offers and incentives on our entire product rangethroughout our celebratory period; visit us now to see what you could save with quality product, Excellent Service and Unequalled Value for Money there is no better company to get your home improvement project underway.

Don’t take our word for it. Our impressive portfolio of previous projects and delighted customer testimonials provides added peace of mind that you are using a company you can trust.

Continued expansion means we are regularly looking for quality people to join our team. From sales and design staff through to installation teams and fitters; if you think you have what it takes to join a highly professional organisation please contact us:-

Unit 6-7, Victor Way Bourne 01778 424200 9 Bridge End Road Grantham 01476 574309

SEPTEMBER IS BIRTHDAY BONANZA

MONTH:

If you’re considering any home improvements it is vital that you choose wisely, and choose a company you can trust.

Since inception in 2006, A P Homestyle has continued to expand. How? Our mission is “Strength in: Quality, Service, Value” Rigourously searching the market for quality product ensures our customers receive their dream; whether that be our custom made awnings, state of the art kitchens, luxury bathrooms, quality windows, doors and conservatories, our tailor made study solutions or bespoke fitted bedrooms. Our wide range of products and services offers solutions for all home improvement requirements and budgets.

Whatever your project WE CAN HELP.

COME and HELP CELEBRATE at our BIRTHDAY BONANZA.

A P Homestyle’s continued commitment to quality, service and value, guaranteed projectmanagement; design, installation and after sales takes these wise words and develops them for todays exacting and budget conscious customers. Our ethos is centred around meeting budgetary constraints to quality value for money products and delivering the dream. Our attention to detail from initial consultation through to completion of works provides our customers total peace of mind and regularly exceeds expectations.

“This isn’t just Home Improvement... This is A P Homestyle, Home Improvement”

A P Homestyle.

HOME of Home Improvement

A P Homestyle. The areas Number One choice for Home

Improvement.

www.aphomestyle.co.uk


A listening service that was started in Uppingham Town Hall over eight

months ago, is available now by phone.

Lay Pastoral Minister Shirley Harris is available on this number to help people, still in confidence and trust, and still ac-cessible to those in need of someone to

talk to. Tel: 01572 822428.

Listening Service


Queens Award in Rutland

There was much excitement at

the beginning of June when it was announced that

Rutland Sail-ability has been honoured with

The Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service. This is the first time it has been awarded to a group in Rutland.

The nomination was made by Col. James Weir, President of RSC and

was then visited by a group of three people representing the Lord Lieu-

tenant of Rutland.

Reg Charity Number 1069540

www.rutland-sailability.org

Essence Hair and Beauty of Uppingham has recently expanded its business with two new

members of staff in the salon, as well as refreshing the salon look ready for the Autumn.

Liz Caffarelli started in April this year, bringing her experience and knowledge in beauty therapies to the salon. Liz made a career change into beauty

therapy and has gradually added to her range of qualifications, responding to changing market

demands.

With more people using computers, and not always holding the right position with the desk, keyboard, chair etc., Liz has seen many clients with back and

shoulder strain.

Massage can ease these aches and pains, whilst giving you much needed ‘time out’ to relax and feel refreshed, and Liz can be tailor this with blended

oils depending on your skin type, mood and stresses.

In the hair salon, new junior stylist Sam Nicholls has recently joined the team, assisting

stylists, looking after clients and working with the highly experienced team of staff managed by Kate

Dakin, owner of Essence.

Normanton Park Hotel Competition

The idyllic setting of Normanton Park Hotel makes it the perfect place to relax and enjoy a light lunch, afternoon tea or a romantic dinner. With the longer, warmer days with us, the gardens are a perfect location to get pleasure from the beautiful views of Rutland Water. The new summer menu has something for everyone and if you fancy something different – what about a delicious BBQ? Served every Sunday on the lawns (weather permitting), or a superb carvery, 2 courses for only £13.95. you can call 01780 720315 to book or for more details.

If you would like a chance to win a meal for 2 plus a bottle of wine (from a selected list) all you have to do is answer the following

question-

Q. what body of water does Normanton Park Hotel overlook?

Please send your answers by email to [email protected] or by post to Scene Market-ing, the Old School House, Great North Road, Wittering PE8 6BXThe competition closes on the 4th September, the editors decision is final. There are no cash alternatives. T&C apply.

WIN A Meal for Two

inc bottle of Wine!


Just a taste of the offers available

during the Freeway Travel

USA week

Freeway Travel USA Month

Starting 6th September!

Subject to availability.

Your Family Run Independant Travel Agent Freeway Travel1 High Street EastUppinghamLE15 9PYTel: 01572 822702Fax: 01572 821584Email: [email protected]

Your Family Run Independant Travel Agent Freeway Travel1 High Street EastUppinghamLE15 9PYTel: 01572 822702Fax: 01572 821584Email: [email protected]


c/o Edith Weston Primary School. c/o Exton Primary School.

Contact: Tara-Louise -01780 721234. Contact: Mary- 07872 601219.

Nursery and Out of School clubs

* We offer good quality care and education for 2– 4 years for nursery & up to 11 year olds for the Out of School Clubs at both childcare centres.

*We now take babies from 3 months at Edith Weston.

* We follow the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum.

*We offer 3-4 year old Flexible funding of 15 hours per week to suit your childcare needs.

* Opening hours are 8am-6pm.


Open 8am-6pm.

Quality Care / Education for 2–4 & up to 11 years for the

Out of School Clubs

We follow the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum

Flexible funding of 15 hours per week to suit your

childcare needs

Now taking babies from 3 months at Edith Weston

Contact us on 01780 721234 0r 07872 601219

c/o Edith Weston Primary School. c/o Exton Primary School.

Contact: Tara-Louise -01780 721234. Contact: Mary- 07872 601219.


* We offer good quality care and education for 2– 4 years for nursery & up to 11 year olds for the Out of School Clubs at both childcare centres.

*We now take babies from 3 months at Edith Weston.

* We follow the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum.

*We offer 3-4 year old Flexible funding of 15 hours per week to suit your childcare needs.

* Opening hours are 8am-6pm.

C/o Edith Weston Primary School

C/o Exton Primary School


Considering our economic climate, what destinations are giving travellers the best value for money right now?

The world is in recession, not just the UK and thankfully the Pound is strengthening against most major currencies and this really helps us all and we are now seeing far more competitive prices. Many of our properties are putting out superb offers and airlines are also now reacting as they need to fill air-craft. We therefore have offers available to most of our destinations so our advice is to give us a call and we will come up with some very competitive and exciting ideas! For example we currently have some great deals to places like Mauritius and The Maldives with prices for 7 nights at 5-star resorts from around £1,200 per person, which is excellent value.

How long have you been involved in travel?

I started work at Thomas Cook way back when I was just 18 so have now done nearly 30 years!! The rest of the team at Inspirational Travel have also averaged over 20 years each giving us plenty of experience!

What are the current most popular destinations for long haul travellers?

We are selling places like The Maldives and Mauritius well, particularly for honeymooners or escapists, and then Kenya has had a bit of a resurgence and of course South Africa is very much in vogue following the World Cup. Two-centre itineraries also prove very popular whereby we offer the excitement of a safari and some exploration combined with relaxation and pampering at an exotic beach resort. Combinations such as South Africa combined with Mauritius and Kenya or Tanzania combined with Zanzibar work very well with romance and excitement all rolled into one superb itinerary! We have also done a few weddings recently in South Africa, including one that actually took place in the bush at a safari lodge with wildlife wandering past the proceedings as natural invited guests!!

How can long haul be child friendly?

The key thing when travelling with children is to try and avoid destinations that have a massive time difference to ours. We can then organise lots of exciting and interesting things for families includ-ing safaris with their own rangers, walking with Maasai warriors, cultural visits to local villages with involvement in activities with local children such as a game of football, and then lots of exciting activi-ties such as horse-riding, sailing, cycling, fishing and so on. We also have a lot of properties that run very professional kid’s clubs so that parents can have quality adult-time and simply relax.

What makes IT different from high street travel agents?

A travel agent is a retailer selling lots of operators products whereas we are a licensed tour opera-tor constructing our own holidays - I guess the easiest analogy is that we are like a car manufacturer making and selling our own cars as opposed to a showroom selling every make and model!. Being tailor-made specialists means we effectively start with a blank canvas with each customer and create a bespoke itinerary for them. We are specialists in the areas that we sell and therefore have a depth of knowledge in these areas that is difficult to beat.

Interview with Steve Daykin, MD of

Inspirational Travel

www.inspirational-travel.com


UPPINGHAM THEATRE COMPANY

presents four of

ALAN BENNETTS

***********

TALKING HEADS***********

7.30.pm in Uppingham Theatre.Thurs 21st, Fri 22nd,

Sat 23rd, October

“Lifting the lid on provincial life “

“there’s nowt so queer as folk”

Tickets now on sale from Uppingham School Bookshop,

or [email protected]

or mobile 07586466759 07866754013

The Uppingham Theatre company is expanding its horizons and starting to offer broad based arts entertainment such as the extremely successful and entertaining poetry evening “A Load of Bellocs” recently performed at the Goldmark Gallery.

This local group of enthusiastic and dedicated thespians are also planning to host play readings over light suppers and a glass or two of wine and exploring more intimate spaces for fringe events. The sea-sonal pantomime this year is “Sleeping Beauty” and the current production “Talking Heads” will be performed at Uppingham Theatre on the 21st, 22nd and 23rd of October.

Rutland’s West End

Alan Bennett is the master of small details and mannerisms, using language that brings his characters so vibrantly to life. The theatre company are fortunate to have the wonderful facilities of the main theatre and studio theatre in which to put on major productions (thanks to the co-operation of the School) offering a West End theatrical experience in the heart of Rutland . New members are always welcome, of all ages

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Catmose Arts – Films at Catmose College, Oakham

15 September, Girl with the Dragon Tattoo (18), 7.30pm

25 September, Alice in Wonderland (PG), 2pm

29 September, Glorious 39 (12A), 7.30pm

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4 September - The VitruvianAn Iconic race in picturesque Rutland and voted best event of the year in 2009 by 220 Triathlon Magazine. The race starts with an initial 1900 metre swim which

sets the standard for the rest of the race. The following 84km bike which includes two climbs over the notorious Rutland

Ripple and incorporates nearly 1000m of climbing is just the second stage of

suffering before the 21km run gets under way just to finish things off.

01780 686800 www.pacesetterevents.com

26th September, 10.45amOakham Methodist Church “Back to Church Sunday”

and Harvest Festival. Oakham Methodist Church invites friends old and new, young and not so young, to

share our Harvest Festival Celebration. A warm welcome to all. 01572 722239

8th SeptemberABF The Soldier’s Charity –

Beating Retreat The Ceremony of Beating Retreat, this year performed by the Band of The Life

Guards will take place in Oakham Market Place, commencing at 6.30pm.

12th SeptemberClassics In Rutland

Uppingham Classic Cars in a classical setting with classical music, singing,

dancing, food and wine

25th & 26th September, 10am – 5pmThe Rockingham Fair

Adults £6, Concessions £5, Children (5-16) £3 Family ticket: £15Contact telephone number 0800 141 2823

www.oakleighfairs.co.uk Entrance price for Park event does not include access to the Castle & gardens.

Rockingham Castle and grounds are open to visitors on the 26rd September. Special offer for Fair visitors: £5 adult or child.

26th September , 8pmJune Tabor Trio

June Tabor is a legendary British singer and is only performing 3 concerts this year, one of them in the Goldmark Gallery in Uppingham. Singer June Tabor will be

accompanied by Andy Cutting on diatonic accordion and Mark Emerson on viola, violin and piano.

[email protected] or 01572 821424

Whats On...

10th September, 10.30am – 3pmRutland Roadshow

Antique valuation day Rutland Water, Edith Weston £5 for two valuations, £10 for more than two Organised by Rutland

Sailability & Tennants Auctioneers

17th – 19th SeptemberStapleford Park Antique

& Fine Art Fair £5/person

www.staplefordparkfair.com

2 – 5 September Land Rover Burghley

Horse TrialsBox office number: 01933 304744

www.burghley-horse.co.uk


The Roadster is a compact sports car with two distinct personalities - open and energiz-ing, or closed and protective. I’d go as far to say it is one of the world’s most beautiful cars: elegant, yet aggressive with a low, purposeful stance and instantly recognisable as an Aston Martin.

Once inside the Vantage Roadster you soon realise that the car’s interior is just as dra-matic as its stunningly fashioned exterior. The instrument pack is crafted from aluminium with a three-dimensional profile for easy reading. The central message displays even use organic electroluminescence (OEL) – a process pioneered by Aston Martin – making them easier to read than conventional LCD’s. Sitting behind the three-spoke steering wheel and feeling the quality of the hand-stitched leather trim has an almost intoxicat-ing effect.

Starting the beautiful beast up involves a touch of theatre. The ignition is controlled by a stainless steel and glass ECU (Emotion Control Unit). The ECU is inserted into a spe-cial docking station set within the traditional clear glass starter button. Pressing the ECU fully into the starter button fires the engine. Oh, the sound! You don’t need a stereo - the deep, rasping, buttery burble of the 420 bhp 4.7-litre V8 lump means you could happily

listen to just that all day. Add the engine to the smallest model in the range and you get blistering all-round performance. The V8 Vantage can reach 0-62 mph in 4.9 seconds and goes on to an eye-wateringly fast 180 mph. There is no denying that the V8 Vantage is a true high-performance sports car. The engine is willing and the handling is predictable and the good visibility means that the car is easy to use in town or on twisty country roads. And, of course, if you’re interested in track days, this car will handle a race circuit. In fact the Van-tage will beg you to take it on a track. It would be cruel not to satisfy its needs.

Yes, the Midlands based company has done a mind-blowing job on this car. It’s thrilling to drive, it draws looks of admiration wherever it goes and it is an ex-traordinarily competent all-rounder. All in all Aston Martin Lagonda Ltd fulfilled my boyhood dreams by letting me drive this tour de force. It’s something I won’t forget and nor will anyone else who gets behind the wheel of the remarkable V8 Vantage.

Every little lad goes through a stage of excitedly playing with cars and some men, like me, simply don’t grow out of it. The difference is we’re not talking toy cars any-more. So, you can imagine my response when Aston Martin Lagonda agreed to let me test drive their V8 Vantage Roadster. To say I was thrilled would be an under-statement. I was off to Warwickshire as soon as my Aston Martin contact could get back from L.A. He called me from the States apolo-gising profusely for not being able to get back to the UK sooner - something to do with aeroplanes and volcanic ash! After the ash had cleared I was given a tour around the Gaydon based Aston Mar-tin Lagonda factory and witnessed Aston Martin’s being made by local people rather than robots. It was wonderful to see cars actually being produced

V8 Vantage Roadster


Rutland Water is a fantastic location and setting for many events during the year, and none more so than the Rutland Day organised by Anglian Water. In 2009 over 5,000 people vis-ited the event – a truly amazing event taking place on your doorstep in the smallest county. On Saturday 18 September 2010, this year’s great family event will boast live music including Boney-M, children’s entertainment such as bouncy castles, face painting and balloon model-ling, trade stands and a licensed bar. For those of you curious to know more about fly fishing, demonstrations will take place along with the opportunity to have a go at casting on dry land.

Rutland County Council extended play services will be hosting further exciting activities including a giant sandpit, adventure camp sessions and African drumming.The day is all about Anglian Water encouraging local people to get out and about and make the most of Rutland Water, whilst enjoying fun with family and friends. It is a non profit making event, offering you many free activities. Costs on the day are just for car parking, food, drink and merchandise from trade stands.Open from 11am to 6pm, bring along the whole family for some Rutland Fun!

www.anglianwater.co.uk

2010 Rutland Day

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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. Our menu changes with the seasons!

2 Main Courses from Our Chefs Specials for £12

Mon-Fri 4pm-6pm

Bookings for Christmas and New Year are being taken now, telephone for details

Monday to Thursday 11am to 11.00pm - food served 12noon to 9pmFriday and Saturday 11am to midnight - food served 12noon to 9.30pm

Sunday 11am to 11pm, Sunday lunch served 12noon to 7pm Sunday supper served from 7pm to 9pm

Weddings, Christenings, Anniversaries, Funerals Contact Carl to view our Rutland

Room on 01572 898217Everything tailored to your requirements

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Tea time offers Book your Event

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Visit our website at: www.thesuninncottesmore.co.ukContact us by e-mail at [email protected]


Granite Earth is a “New to Stamford” based company supplying the surrounding areas with quality, expertly fitted bespoke kitchens and granite & marble worktops for kitchens or bathrooms with design ideas to fit in with any lifestyle. Flooring, stone, stone fireplaces and architectural stonework can also be undertaken by in-house expe-rienced Craftsmen. Although new to the Stamford area, Granite Earth’s team have many years experience in this industry and operate their own stone yard and workshop in the area to craft all their own materials locally.

“Granite Earth” offers its customers a free, one to one, stress free, “in home” personal service by appointment, to talk through design ideas and colour options, with mate-rial samples on hand at the time of the visit to get a real feel for the products and how they will enhance any home. Show Kitchens are available on request and Granite Earth are currently in the process of establish-ing a local showroom facility in Ketton, to properly showcase their designs.Granite Earth is 100% committed to cus-tomer service, satisfaction and Quality. www.graniteearth.co.uk


The Roxy Magic performance originally planned for Bourne Corn Exchange on July 3, will now take place on Saturday, September 18. With the real Roxy Music now reformed and touring in 2011, here’s a chance to refresh your memories of the sounds of Bryan Ferry and band. Tickets are available via the box office telephone 0782 803 2241. Also visit the websites: www.roxymagic.co.uk and www.bournecornexchange.co.uk If music of the swing era, such as Glenn Miller, Benny Goodman and the Dorseys is more your thing, The Johnny Harris Big Band appear at Stamford Corn Exchange Theatre on Sunday, September 19, in a Charity Gala Performance in aid of the Masonic Charity & the Nightingale Trust for Nutritional Support. Tickets cost £15 and are available from the box office telephone 01780 766455. On the following Saturday, September 25, The Bon Jovi Experience appear at the Corn Exchange Theatre, re-creating all the hits live.

See also the website: www.stamford-corn-exchange.co.uk

There’s rock & roll nostalgia galore when the lively musical ‘That’ll Be The Day’ cruises into the Meres Centre, Trent Road, Grantham, on Friday, September 24. Tickets for this show are available via the Stamford Arts Centre Box Office, telephone 01780 763203.Lesley Curtis has a new album out called ‘Soul Dreamer’ which she describes as featuring: “ten original songs of sublime music for our time”. This project began as a collection of poetry by Sally Law-rence and has been crafted, produced and performed into song by Lesley Curtis and Lindsay Barn. For further information and to listen to the album visit the website: www.souldreamer.co.uk ‘Soul Dreamer’ is now available to buy on-line at www.organicblonde.com Whatever sounds you prefer, enjoy your music!David Brown

Music Scene The world runs away with Josh Ritter American singer/songwriter Josh Ritter has come a long way since he took to the stage solo in Ireland performing at Open Mic nights and selling copies of his self-released first CD. This year has seen the release of his sixth studio album, ‘So Runs the World Away’, which was typically released in Ireland first before its worldwide release. “It happened for me first in Ireland.

He was born in the city of Moscow, Idaho in 1976 and admits to not experiencing much music until he was 17. After hearing a song on one of his parents’ records, Bob Dylan’s duet with Johnny Cash on ‘Girl from the North Country’ from the ‘Nashville Skyline’ album, he decided that writing and performing music was for him. He bought himself a guitar and began writing his own material.

In addition to working hard creating material for his albums and live shows, Josh has also been writing his first novel, ‘Bright’s Passage’, which will be published in the summer of 2011.

As anyone who has listened to Josh Ritter’s albums will tell you, his song writing and performing skills con-tinue to grow and impress and the opportunity to experience this live should not be missed. The six dates in September include Nottingham Albert Hall on Sunday 19th and London’s Barbican on Thursday 23rd.

Closer to home, Shakedown have dropped their usual ‘Blues’ suffix for a concert with a difference when Claude Bourbon appears at St Kyneburgha Church, Castor, Peterborough on Thursday, September 16. Claude is a classically trained French guitar virtuoso who performs an eclectic mix of jazz, blues, Spanish and Medieval music. Tickets cost £15 in advance, £16.00 PayPal and £17.00 on the door. For further details of this and the blues artists appearing at Castor later in the year visit the website: www.shakedownblues.co.uk

Photo: Josh Ritter

Be part of OUR World’s Biggest Coffee Morning

at The Scene’s new offices on Friday 24 September from 10am-1pm.

Here at the Scene magazines’ new of-fices, we are hosting a World’s Biggest Coffee morning, and you are invited – come along to meet the team; Heidi, Naomi and Charlotte, and enjoy a coffee and cake whilst making a little donation to Macmillan.

For everyone who attends, the Scene magazines will pay £1 into the Macmillan pot.

Let us know if you are coming (so we can reserve you a cake!) by emailing [email protected] or calling us on 01780 783613Our new office address is the Old School House, Great North Road, Wittering, Peterborough PE8 6BX

I am a couple of years off retirement age. I know I won’t now get my state pension at 60 but I’m unclear about exactly when I’ll qualify and whether I’ll be entitled to a full pension when I

stop work. Can you help?

State Pensions are changing from 6 April 2010. If you reach State Pension age on or after that date then you will get a State Pension under the new system. For most people the changes will happen automatically, but you may need to take action to make sure you get everything you are entitled to. To get a full basic State Pension, currently around £95 per week, you will only need to build up 30 qualifying years of National Insurance contribu-tions or credits. Under the current system, women normally need 39 qualifying years and men 44 qualifying years. To start getting some basic State Pension, you will only need one qualifying year of National Insurance contributions or credits. Under the current system, you need to build up a minimum number of qualifying years to start getting some basic State Pension – 10 years for women and 11 years for men.

Changes to State Pensions will also make it easier to get a full basic State Pension for many people with caring responsibilities. If you are a woman, the earliest age from which you can start getting your State Pension will increase from the current age of 60. The State Pension age for women is rising gradually between 2010 and 2020 to make it the same as for men, currently 65. Your own State Pension age depends on your exact date of birth. You can get a forecast telling you how much State Pension you may get when you reach state pension age from the Directgov website. You can also find out what information you’ll need before you apply. Go to: www.direct.gov.uk.

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