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Celebrate the Queen’s 

Diamond Jubilee 

in style 

Issue 063 

Featuring almost 400 pieces of unique 

artwork depicting a vast array of wildlife, the 

National Exhibition of 

Wildlife Art (NEWA) opens its doors in 

July. To find out more, please visit 

www.newa-uk.com or turn to page 03 

Enter our 

Hobbycraft 

Competiton and 

Get Crafty 

Explore Great 

Britain with 

Touring UK 

See this issue online at www.reflect-magazine.co.uk

02 Creative Design 

03 

Paint A Picture 

utopian retreats 

Residential Art Courses at luxury 

eco retreat in southern Spain 

One week art courses in a beautiful, ecological setting with two renowned and highly respected artists… 

Frederique Edy is a French sculptor whose work can 

be found in the private collections of Prince Ranier 

of Monaco and the Prince of Asturias. She has 

also won many prestigious awards for her work in 

France and Spain. Her work is shown internationally 

in galleries of high regard. She will be taking life 

drawing classes, teaching and helping students to 

develop traditional and new techniques to capture the human form. 

www.frederique-edy.com 

Thomas Neukirch is a German painter who lives 

and works as an independent artist in Andalusia. 

He was formed as a painter in the Academy of Fine 

Arts in Lyon where he studied with the painter Jean 

Bertholle, professor of the Academy of Fine Arts 

in Paris. He exhibits regularly in highly respected 

galleries in France, Spain, Germany and Argentina. 

He will be teaching techniques in watercolour, Chinese ink, charcoal, pencil and 

gouache. www.thomas-neukirch.com 

Picture yourself sat in the middle of the stunning British 

countryside, sun shining, with just the sounds of birds and 

local wildlife keeping you company; could anything be more 

relaxing? This is how serene and calming a painting holiday can 

be, whatever your location, and the best thing is that anyone 

can have a go, no matter what your age or ability. 

The closest many of us come to including art in our holidays is by visiting 

national galleries and museums, and taking in the most famous pieces of work. 

Italy’s Sistine Chapel, with Michelangelo’s magnificent painted ceiling, and The 

Louvre in France, which is home to 35,000 works of art - including Leonardo Da 

Vinci’s ‘Mona Lisa’ - are just two of the most popular places for those looking to 

soak up some art. 

However, with so many of us leading hectic lives, this type of holiday offers the 

chance to take life at a slower pace and really learn to enjoy and embrace the 

great outdoors. Painting is also therapeutic and has a very calming effect on 

both the mind and the body. 

As most of us now own digital cameras, with access to instant images of the 

landscape we’ve just captured, we often ignore the true beauty and detail when 

admiring views of the countryside. Taking time to delicately paint or draw the 

landscape before you is the best way to truly take in your surroundings and 

ensure you notice every detail of what’s right in front of you. 

The summer is the perfect time to pick up a brush; the good, dry weather and 

long days mean you can sit out for hours, observing and recreating the vast 

landscape in front of you. Watercolours are great for beginners and the gentle 

colours mean you can’t go far wrong. 

reading a book can delay the onset of dementia. In the study from the Mayo 

Clinic in Minnesota, nearly 200 people ages 70 – 89 with mild memory problems 

were compared to a group who had no impairment. Researchers asked the 

volunteers about their daily activities within the past year, and how mentally 

active they had been from 50 – 65-years-old; those who had been busy reading 

or engaging in craft hobbies had a 40% reduced risk of memory impairment. 

You don’t have to travel far to find something of beauty worth painting, as local 

parks, churches and trails are guaranteed provide a great place to start. If you’re 

looking to travel further afield, the glorious scenery of Scotland and the sunny 

south coast are fabulous for painting, drawing and more adventurous activities 

to combine with your art. 

If you’re already an experienced artist and are looking to step it up slightly or 

add a different perspective, there are many companies that organise painting 

holidays abroad. Whether that’s the lush, green landscape of France or the 

dramatic wilderness of Africa, a change of scene means a fresh challenge. 

Learn To Paint With Julie Nash 

All art materials will be supplied and both artists are fluent 

in English, Spanish, French and German. 

Mid-week there will be a day trip to the Alhambra in Granada. 

Accommodation is at the beautiful La Finca Paradiso, a luxury eco retreat 

in Andalusia with an 18-metre pool, plunge pool, Wi-Fi, Sky TV, table tennis, 

fusball and gym facilties. The extensive 22-acre park-like gardens afford 

views to the sea and Sierra Cabrera mountain range. La Finca is within easy 

reach of the beaches of Mojacar and the Cabo de Gata National Park. 

www.lafincaparadiso.com. Food will be homegrown, organic and 

sustainably sourced whenever possible, prepared to a high standard by 

our own resident chef. 

Courses start from £900 full-board per person with a 

generous discount for non-artist partners. 

For bookings and information please contact Penelope Salmon on 01963 240537 or 078806 70428 

or email artcourses@lafincaparadiso.com 

Discover The National Exhibition of Wildlife Art 

Painting is a great hobby to have throughout the year as it can be enjoy indoors 

or out; hobbies come in all shapes and sizes and are great for keeping our minds 

active, stimulated and creative while away from work. A recent study suggests 

that engaging in a hobby, like knitting, making a patchwork quilt, or even 

Painting Holidays with Trudi Day 

NEW VENUE FOR 2012 

Join Trudi at this new venue in Olhao, 

Eastern Algarve with Painting Holiday 

provider Art in the Algarve. 

Colour and Creativity Short Break 

21 st - 25 th June 2012, £525 per person. 

Included in this holiday is tuition, 

accommodation, all food and drink. 

See website for full details 

Summer colour and creativity course - 

The Pink Barn at Burrington, North 

Somerset. 

6 th - 10 th August 2012, 10am until 4pm. Cost 

£240 per person. An unusual combination 

of drawing, creative painting and colour 

theory. 

For more information, advice or just a chat about either or both holidays, 

please call Trudi 01761 463644 

Email: trudi@trudiday.com Web: www.trudiday.com 

Julie Nash is an experienced artist, illustrator 

and qualified art tutor based on the Fylde coast 

of Lancashire. Julie said: “For as long as I can 

remember I’ve loved to draw but it wasn’t until I 

was in my 30s that I decided to get a degree; I’ve 

been a freelance illustration artist ever since and 

have been teaching on a part-time basis for the 

last five years. I teach adult leisure courses for 

a couple of days each week at my local college 

alongside my own private tuition and commission 

work.” 

Julie offers private, one-to-one tuition at her 

home studio as well as group tuition for groups 

of up to four. She added: “Although I can only 

cater for four at home, I am happy to travel to your 

venue if you have a larger group that would like 

tuition I tailor my workshops and demonstrations 

to suit individual groups so please contact me to 

discuss your needs and for a personal quote. I’m 

looking into providing painting holidays and short 

breaks in the future, hopefully next year.” 

Julie has also written and illustrated her own 

book, ‘How to Paint Cats and Kittens in 

Acrylic’, which is due for release via Search 

Press in September 2012. Julie said: “I spent a 

week in the studio drawing and illustrating this 

step-by-step guide; photographs were taken at 

every step of the way and tracings are included as 

the book is aimed at beginners and intermediate 

artists.” ‘How to Paint Cats and Kittens in 

Acrylic’ will be available from all good book 

stores, as well as online from Search Press, 

priced £8.99 (ISBN 9781844487165). 

Julie is happy to paint a commission from your 

photographs. Many examples can be seen on 

the website; amongst these are police horses 

(including the painting that was awarded S.A.A. 

‘Artist of the Year’ finalist) cats, dogs and 

wildlife. 

T: 07412 285322 | W: www.lickychickstudio.co.uk 

E: Julie@lickychickstudio.co.uk 

Created 19 years ago, the National Exhibition of 

Wildlife Art (NEWA) is the brain-child of Marion 

Tuffrey and a group of like-minded art enthusiasts 

with conservation as one of their underlying 

concerns. Marion told Reflect: “I moved to the 

Wirral in 1993 from London, where there’s a big and 

passionate art scene. At the time, there was nothing up 

here, no exhibitions to inspire or stir creativity so I got 

together with some friends and started NEWA. In the 

early days it was funded by a legacy my aunt left me 

and over the years we’ve moved venues a number of 

times as we keep growing bigger and bigger. Last year 

we had 17,000 people visit the exhibition plus 20,000 

hits on our online exhibition; NEWA is the largest open 

exhibition of its kind in the world. The 2012 exhibition 

will be held at the award-winning Gordale Garden 

Centre, which covers 21 acres, within a specially 

constructed gallery space.” 

For 2012, NEWA have just under 400 original pieces 

of artwork, in both 2D and 3D, in various mediums 

on display, within the large greenhouse which 

is hosting the exhibit. Marion added: “We have 

numerous paintings, wood and bronze sculptures and 

ceramics from a range of artists from good amateurs 

to top professionals. It’s a selected exhibition and each 

year we have five different judges choosing exactly 

which submitted pieces make it into the exhibit; we 

get a lot more submissions that we have room to 

include within the exhibition, so we have to ensure only 

the best, most interesting pieces are chosen to keep 

things interesting for the public. Our opening ‘wildlife 

weekend’, from 13th to 15th, features a variety of 

demonstrations from the best artists in the UK.” 

The NEWA exhibition runs daily from 9:30am until 

6pm from Friday 13th until Sunday 29th July. It’s 

free to go in and have a look around and every 

piece of artwork on display is for sale. Marion said: 

“A percentage of profits made from the sale of the 

artwork is donated to conservation causes – in 2011, 

50% of the works on show were sold, which is a very 

high percentage for any exhibition. Every year I am 

absolutely astounded by the sheer variety of work 

submitted to us; the originality of the work and the 

way each piece is depicted differently is surprising. 

For example, we may get four paintings of a robin, 

but all four will be totally different in their style and 

their atmosphere and what they evoke in the viewer. 

Nothing we do would be possible without the huge 

team of dedicated volunteers who give us their time, 

energy and expertise every year.” 

With plenty of parking and a wonderful 

restaurant onsite, why not visit NEWA and 

make a day of it – you don’t even need 

to worry about the great British weather 

putting a dampener on your day! For more 

information, or to view the online 

gallery, visit www.newa-uk.com or 

call Marion on 07748 533448.

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July. To find out more, please visit 

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02 Creative Design 

04 Contents 

06 Get Crafty 

08 Seasonal Recipe 

Contents 

10 St Patrick’s Day 

11 Calendar Girls 

12 Touring UK 

16 The Wonder Of 

The Isle Of Wight 

17 Holidays 

18 Crick Boat Show 

20 The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee 

23 Cotswold Wedding Video 

& Photography

06 Get Crafty 

07 

A World Of Creativity At Sewing For Pleasure, 

Hobbycrafts And Fashion, Embroidery & Stitch 

At Birmingham NEC This March! 

to offer advice and daily live demonstrations. These 

‘Make & Take’ sessions will teach you a variety of new 

techniques and innovative ideas that will help to create 

contemporary, stylish and personalised clothes and 

accessories. 

The Dressmakers’ Pattern Bar will be returning to the 

show with all of the latest patterns and books from 

companies including Butterick, McCalls and Vogue. With 

a dressmaking expert on hand to answer any of your 

questions, this is a great place to begin a new sewing 

project. 

Have you always wanted to take up knitting but not 

known where to start? If so, make sure you pop along 

to the brand new Knitting Lounge where Belinda and 

Ruth from the KNIT expo will be on hand to offer their 

expertise. Take part in the ‘knitting wall’ where everyone 

will be able to add in their own personal knitting style to 

the project and also witness their knitting technique live 

on film. 

The UK’s most inspiring Textile Art show 

Fashion Embroidery & Stitch features 

FREE catwalk shows each day of the 

show! These exciting shows are hosted by 

Brenda Killigrew from the Inkberrow Design Centre. Just 

turn up, take your seat and enjoy! 

Downton Abbey fans will adore the sumptuous costumes 

on display from the hit ITV series. Written by award 

winning writer Julian Fellowes, Downton Abbey has 

captured the hearts of the nation with some of the finest 

examples of Edwardian costume splendour. Featuring 

a beautiful collection of some of the most iconic outfits 

from the first series, each outfit shows the exquisite 

needlework and craftsmanship that went into their 

design. The collection includes dresses worn by Dame 

Maggie Smith (Dowager Countess of Grantham), Elizabeth 

McGoven (Countess of Grantham), Penelope Wilton 

(Isobel Crawley) and the three daughters, Lady Mary, Lady 

Edith and Lady Sybil Crawley. 

Continuing the theme of costume dramas, the Quilters’ 

Guild of the British Isles’ collection, The Romance of Words, 

is helping to celebrate the 200th anniversary of Jane 

Austen’s ‘Sense and Sensibility’. Embracing the theme of 

romance in the written form, each quilt has captured the 

imagination of the maker and presents literal and lateral 

interpretations of the subject. 

Help to celebrate the best of British with the brand new 

Glimpses of Blighty display, which will be judged at the 

show. This exciting embroidery display will show the 

best entries from the latest prestigious Stitch/Madeira 

competition. With everything from Routemaster buses, 

mini coopers and Mary Quant to red telephone boxes, the 

sunny seaside and afternoon tea, this display will leave 

you feeling proud to be British! 

Poetry in Stitches 3 will continue the collaboration 

of words and craft with the last round of this everpopular 

project from the National Needlework Archive. 

Inspired by poetry, textile artists have been asked to 

combine the two forms to complement each other. This 

exhibit will feature some of the best and truly stunning 

interpretations. 

The ever popular and award-winning 

Hobbycrafts show will be offering top 

tips and advice, hands-on workshops, 

inspiration and an unrivalled choice of 

supplies for all of your crafting needs. 

Roll up your sleeves and get involved in one of the large 

workshop area with FREE Make & Take sessions on a range 

of crafts including beadwork, jewellery making, stamping, 

card making, embossing, pyrography and papercraft. 

With three great shows for the price of one, there is 

something for everyone at Sewing for Pleasure, Fashion 

Embroidery & Stitch and Hobbycrafts this spring. 

Tickets: 

Adults £11.50 on door (£9.50 advanced price) 

Seniors £10.50 at door (£8.50 advanced price) 

Two-Day Ticket (advance only) Adults £16 Senior £14 

Children under 16 FREE, if accompanied by parent, 

otherwise £5 on the door 

Buy tickets on-line at www.ichf.co.uk or call the Ticket 

Hotline on 01425 277988 

WIN 

Reflect have teamed up with 

the organisers of these three 

great shows to offer our 

readers the chance to win one 

of ten pairs of tickets; all you 

have to do to be in with the 

chance of winning is send your 

name, address and daytime 

phone number to Hobbycraft 

Competition, Reflect 

Magazine, 3rd Floor, 29 - 35 St 

Nicholas Place, Leicester, LE1 

4LD or email competitions@ 

reflect-magazine.co.uk before 

12noon on Friday March 16th 

2012. 

No alternative prizes will be offered. 

Winners will be drawn at random notified 

by post so please ensure you include your 

postcode. Reflect are not responsible for this 

competition; we’re merely promoting it on 

behalf of ICHF Events. 

Get crafty! 

Birmingham NEC 

22nd – 25th March 2012 

Don’t miss Britain’s best stitching, beading and knitting 

show Sewing for Pleasure that will be taking place at 

the NEC, Birmingham from the 22nd – 25th March 2012. 

With over 150 exhibitors wowing the crowds with all 

of their irresistible products, inspirational displays and 

expert advice you will leave the shows eager to go and create you very own 

haute couture outfits. 

Following his recent fame on ‘Kirstie’s Handmade Britain’, Jamie Chalmers aka 

Mr X Stitch will be bringing new trends in embroidery and needlecraft to the 

show. With an exhibition of pop culture-inspired amateur embroidery from 

around the world and top tips and advice including learning the basics of cross 

stitching, this is one feature not to be missed. 

Brand new to this year’s show, the Sewing Hub will offer visitors a chance to 

embrace the growing trend for ‘Make do and Mend’ with expert advice and 

workshops from the professionals. Whether you are new to sewing, a returning 

enthusiast in need of a confidence boost or are just looking for inspiration then 

this is the place for you to develop your skills. 

The Sewing Machine Clinic will offer mini workshops that are perfect for any 

beginner to the craft. Pop along to learn how to thread your machine correctly 

along with other essential techniques including inserting a zip, making a blindstitched 

hem and sewing perfect buttonholes. 

If you are looking for a way to reinvent and customise your wardrobe, textile 

designer and author Charlotte Liddle will be on hand at the Stitch Diva’s Den 

The Crafty Patch is a family-run business. 

They supply knitting yarns from Sirdar, 

Katia, King Cole and T Ramsden, plus all the 

accessories. 

A large stock of X-stitch kits from DMC, 

Anchor plus many more are available. There 

are kits for embroidery, stump work and 

tapestry. For the general crafter they stock 

card making bits, paints, beads, sequins, 

kids’ kits, stamps, punches, haberdashery 

and lots more. The firm also offers a finishing 

off and make up service. 

A brand new website will be up and 

running shortly. So for a friendly, 

competitively priced service, please come 

and see us. 

Tel: 01778 422666

08 Seasonal Recipe 

09 

The Tastes of March 

by Neil Walker, our resident chef 

March can be every bit as cold and miserable 

weather-wise as February but at least it has one 

bonus - hope! Signs of life are beginning to show in 

the garden and the hedgerows; primroses will defy 

the harshest of weather with their yellowy flowers, 

likewise daffodils, and whilst you may be waiting a 

few months yet for sleeveless shirts and shorts, at 

least spring is starting to show a leg. 

Of all the wild spring greens, nettles are perhaps the 

most reliable and easily identifiable. Not put off by 

the harsh winter we have just had, I’ve noticed that 

they are sprouting all around me when walking my 

dog. Armed with a set of gardener’s gloves and a pair 

of scissors I recently collected a small bag of the 

tiniest nettles with tender stalks and used whole in 

a green nettle soup. Nettles are rich in iron, formic 

and silic acid and natural histamines - a healthy spring 

tonic if ever there was one. 

However, March to me means one thing only in 

the kitchen - purple sprouting broccoli. I can’t get 

enough of the stuff and although prices are nearly 

double of that last year (once again due to the cold 

winter), I’m prepared to pay the price. It only needs 

five minutes steaming to bring out the natural sweet 

and succulent flavour, which is bursting with vitamins 

and nutrients. 

This has to be one of my favourite soups as it’s still 

earthy enough with its leek and potato base to warm 

our bones, but with the purple sprouting broccoli it 

gives us hope that spring is just around the corner. 

Purple Sprouting Broccoli & Leek Soup 

Ingredients: 

500g (1lb) Purple sprouting broccoli, tough stalk 

ends removed. 

2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced 

2 onions, peeled and sliced 

2 leeks, washed and sliced 

900ml (1 1/2 pint) veg stock 

Salt and freshly ground black pepper 

Method: 

1. In a large saucepan, fry the onion in a little oil 

for 10 minutes without colouring, then add the 

sliced leeks and sauté for another 5 minutes over a 

medium heat. 

2. Add the veg stock, potatoes and seasoning, bring 

to the boil the simmer for 20 minutes. 

3. Roughly chop the broccoli then add to the soup 

and simmer for 10 minutes. 

4. Leave to cool slightly then liquidise in a food 

blender until smooth. Return to the pan, check the 

seasoning then serve. 

I like to serve this here at the restaurant with some 

leeks, finely sliced and quickly fried in a little olive oil 

then scattered on top of the soup before serving. Or 

for a really decadent touch, you could add a slice of 

creamy dolcelatte cheese on top and place under the 

grill for 30 seconds. 

Delicious!

10 St Patrick’s Day 

Calendar Girls 11 

Celebrate St Patrick’s Day 

Saturday March 17th 

Saint Patrick’s Day is an annual feast day which 

celebrates Saint Patrick (circa 385–461 AD), one of 

the patron saints of Ireland. St Patrick is traditionally 

associated with the Shamrock plant, which he used 

to explain the concept of the Trinity. The value of St 

Patrick doesn’t really come from the historical details, 

but from the inspiration of a man who returned to 

the country where he had been a child slave, in order 

to spread the message of Christ. 

Saint Patrick’s Day is generally celebrated each year 

on March 17th (however, in 2008 it was celebrated on 

15th March to avoid a clash with Palm Sunday), which 

this year is next Saturday. 

In many parts of the world, namely USA, Britain 

and Australia, huge crowds of people with no Irish 

connections proclaim themselves as ‘Irish for a 

day’ to celebrate St Paddy’s Day, usually with the 

consumption of Irish alcoholic beverages, food, and 

wearing green-coloured clothing. 

To celebrate St Patrick’s Day, Reflect’s resident Chef, 

Neil Walker, (who can be found at ‘Appetite’ in Abbey 

Sports & Leisure Club, on Slater Street in Leicester) 

has created another delicious recipe for you to try 

your hand at… 

“I can’t think of a better way to celebrate St Patrick’s 

Day than with a steaming bowl of Irish stew, a pint of 

Guinness and a thick slice of homemade soda bread 

- still slightly warm from being baked. Although I’m 

not going to give you the recipe for making a barrel of 

Guinness or Irish stew (otherwise known as Stobhach 

Gaelach), the following recipe for soda bread is quick 

and easy to make. 

No kneading of the dough for hours, or proving in the 

airing cupboard until doubled in size etc. In fact, I’m 

sure most of you reading this now could go to your store 

cupboard and knock this up, served on the table within 

30 minutes! The only downside is it only lasts for a 

couple of days, but I’ve stuck a couple of slices under the 

grill a few days later and served with some scrambled 

eggs on top, with a dash of Worcester sauce, and it’s just 

as appetising.” 

Ingredients: 

250g plain flour plus extra for dusting 

5g salt 

2 tsp baking powder 

150ml milk 

Method: 

1. Preheat oven to 200c/gas mark 6. 

2. Combine all ingredients in a bowl to make a dough. 

Knead briefly and shape into rough rounds then 

flatten slightly. Dust all over with flour then place on 

a baking tray. 

3. Cut a deep cross into the loaf and then stab all over 

with the tip of a knife and place in the oven for 20-25 

minutes. The bottom of the loaf should sound hollow 

when tapped on the bottom. 

4. Place on a wire rack for a while then best eaten 

warm. 

Delicious! 

Neil can be found at Appetite within Abbey Sports 

& Leisure Club, 70 Slater Street (off Frog Island), 

Leicester LE3 5AS. If you’ve got any feedback on this 

recipe, nutrition questions, or ideas you’d like to share, 

why not email appetite@abbeysports.co.uk. 

Did You Know? 

• Saint Patrick wasn’t Irish – he was 

actually British (maybe even Scottish); 

Irish raiders took him from Britain 

aged 16 and sold him as a slave. He 

escaped after six years. 

• It may be a good story but Saint 

Patrick didn’t drive the snakes out of 

Ireland - it’s unlikely there were ever 

any snakes in Ireland. It’s believed 

that the snake may be a reference to 

serpent (the symbol of evil) and the 

‘driving out’ a reference to Patrick’s 

mission to rid Ireland of pagan 

influences. 

• He played a major role in converting 

the Irish to Christianity 

Since opening at the Chichester Festival Theatre in September 

2008, Calendar Girls has been an unprecedented success 

playing over 100 sell-out weeks at theatres across the country, 

as well as a triumphant run in London’s West End. Calendar Girls 

has become the most successful play to ever tour the UK and 

has grossed even more at the box office than the smash-hit film 

with ticket sales in excess of £25 million. Now, Calendar Girls is 

coming to Derby LIVE Assembly Rooms for one week only from 

Monday 24th until Saturday 29th September 2012. Tickets are 

priced from £16.50 - £29.50 are on sale now. 

The Global Phenomenon 

CALENDAR GIRLS 

At Assembly Rooms – Great Hall 

From Monday 24th until Saturday 29th September 

**TICKETS ON SALE NOW!** 

Calendar Girls stars Lesley Joseph, Kacey 

Ainsworth, Camilla Dallerup, Helen Fraser, 

Sue Holderness, Deena Payne, Kathryn 

Rooney and Ruth Madoc with Kevin Sacre 

as Lawrence the photographer. 

A group of ordinary women, members of a very 

ordinary Yorkshire WI, spark a global phenomenon by 

persuading one another to pose for a charity calendar 

with a difference!As interest snowballs, the ‘Calendar 

Girls’ find themselves revealing more than they’d ever 

planned… 

Lesley Joseph shot to fame as Dorien Green, the 

neighbour from hell, in the BBC’s comedy, Birds of 

Feather. She appeared in over 100 episodes filmed 

over a period of nine years. The show, and her 

character, become a national institution watched at 

its height by over 20 million people. Kacey Ainsworth 

played Little Mo in Eastenders for over six years before 

leaving the soap in 2006 after the birth of her first 

child. She returned to acting in 2009, to star in the 

West End production of Carrie’s War. 

Su Holderness is best known as Marlene Boyce in 

the BBC’s hugely popular Only Fools and Horses, as 

well as the spin off series The Green Green Grass. On 

stage, Su’s credits include Alan Ayckbourn’s Relatively 

Speaking and How the Other Half Loves. 

Deena Payne is probably best known as Viv Hope 

in Emmerdale, a role she’s played for eighteen years 

making her the longest serving female cast member 

on the programme. Camilla Dallerup, one of the 

Strictly Come Dancing professionals, makes her 

acting debut as the beautician Elaine. Kathryn Rooney 

returns to Calendar Girls having starred in the West 

End production. Her other credits include Rebecca 

with Nigel Havers, Buddy and Beauty and the Beast. 

During a long and distinguished career, Helen Frasher 

has appeared in theatres up and down the country 

and made countless TVappearances. Most recently, 

she played the formidable prison officer Sylvia 

‘Bodybag’ Holamby in Bad Girls. 

Ruth Madoc, best known as Gladys Pugh in Hi-De- 

Hi has more recently been seen on our screens as 

Dafydd’s mother in Little Britain. Kevin Sacre, who 

plays Lawrence the photographer, joins Calendar 

Girls from Hollyoaks in which he plays the slightly 

disturbed Jake Dean. Kevin says he is thrilled to be 

joining Calendar Girls and touring with his wife, 

Camillla Dallerup! Susan Bovell, Robert Gill and Bruce 

McGregor complete the cast. Tim Firth has adapted 

the screenplay of his smash-hit Miramax film for 

the stage. The film was released in 2003 and was an 

instant hit at the box office, becoming the number 

one grossing film in the UK on its release. Tim’s other 

credits include the films Blackball and Kinky Boots 

and the award-winning Preston Front for the BBC. His 

theatre credits include the plays Neville’s Island, The 

Safari Party, The Flint Street Nativity and the Olivier 

Award winning musical Our House. 

Calendar Girls is directed by Jack Ryder with set design 

by Robert Jones, lighting by Tim Lutkin, costumes by 

Jack Galloway and music by Steve Parry. Calendar Girls 

is produced by David Pugh & Dafydd Rogers. 

Tickets: 

Mon - Thu evenings & Sat matinee: 

£27.50, £22.50, £18.50 

Fri & Sat evenings: £29.50, £24.50, £20.50 

Wed matinee: £24.50, £20.50, £16.50 

For more information and to book 

tickets call the Derby LIVE Box Office 

on 01332 255800 or visit 

www.derbylive.co.uk


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Go Camping Crazy 

Dornoch Caravan & Camp Park - 

The Perfect Spot For Your Camping Holiday 

Are you watching the pennies or looking for a greener 

getaway? If so, the UK is the place to stay for a holiday. 

Providing couples and families of all ages with a cheap 

and cheerful, fun-filled break, with no passport required, 

caravan and camping holidays have made a major 

comeback in recent years. 

As a self-catering, no frills alternative to a package holiday, providing flexibility 

and freedom, camping and caravanning breaks offer the chance of an enjoyable 

holiday that won’t break the bank. In recent years, the economic climate has made 

us all more aware of every penny we spend, so to ensure you and your loved ones 

can still enjoy quality time together on an annual holiday, opt for a caravan or 

camping break. 

Overlooked by many thanks to stereotypical ideas, such as cramped caravans, 

soggy sleeping bags and the infamous shiver-provoking showers, it’s a well-kept 

secret by keen caravanners that they’re not as behind with technology as one 

might think. Today, many caravans come generously equipped with DVD players, 

Sky, Freeview, double beds, toilets and private shower cubicles. Not only that but 

even tents can now enjoy all the creature comforts of home thanks to electrical 

hook ups - whatever you require (be it hair straighteners or proper lighting) to 

ensure your holiday has all the creature comforts of home, can be catered for 

when booking your traditional British holiday. 

a caravan or camping holiday presents us with an opportunity to reduce our 

carbon footprint! It has been proved that holidaying within the UK is the greener 

way to travel. Around 600,000kg of C02 per aircraft is produced on a short haul 

flight to Europe; this is a substantial amount in comparison to towing a caravan 

400 miles by car, which only produces 161kg. If my calculations are correct, this 

allows 3000 of us to go on a caravan holiday before we even reach that of the 

short haul flight (http://www.busyoutdoors.com/caravanning_articles/Green_ 

Caravanning.html)! In addition to reducing our CO2 emissions, we can continue to 

raise awareness, shaping the minds of our future generations to think green. 

With locations up and down the country, caravanning and camping offer no 

restrictions and with so much choice, you can go as near or far as you like. With 

a camping holiday, you can get back to basics with campfire cooking and enjoy 

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the simple life. Kids can help with setting up tents and they’ll love the experience 

of sleeping under canvas, as well as getting involved in the great outdoors. Kidfriendly 

campsites usually offer some entertainment, but they’re guaranteed to 

make new friends wherever you choose to go. 

Still not tempted? For the more mature couples who are put off by the noise 

pollution caravanning might hinder, we suggest taking a trip out of peak season. 

With the inviting great outdoors beckoning on your doorstep, you can get close 

with nature in a more peaceful, relaxing environment. You may find yourself 

taking up a new hobby or rekindling an old past time - ever fancied yourself as a 

bird watcher? Need to dig up your old rambling boots? 

Boasting so much freedom and the chance to experience something new, it’s 

easy to see why camping and caravanning holidays are back in vogue. 

Keal Lodge - Award-Winning Sites 

on the Lincolnshire/Cambridgeshire borders, at Deeping St James 

www.keallodgetouringsite.co.uk /www.keallodge.co.uk 

www.bordercaravanstorage.co.uk 

STAY on either of our well-maintained, fully serviced pitched sites, in a quiet rural setting, a 

few minutes’ walk from the village, pubs, shops and lovely river bank walk. A Cotswold feel 

to the surrounding villages. Stamford and Rutland Water are only some of the attractions. 

Caravan Club CL, members only 

Also store on one of the Top 20 Gold CaSSOA Storage Site, Double electric security 

gates with key fob entry. 24hr CCTV, Wide Pitches, Hardstanding & Grass pitches 

available, wash service & servicing/repairs. Owners live on site. 

Adults-only sites 01778 346946 

Situated in the Royal Burgh of Dornoch, on the east coast of 

Sutherland, Dornoch Caravan and Camp Park offers 120 pitches 

and 80 static caravans on a 25-acre park, surrounded by Dornoch’s 

award-winning beautiful golden beaches and its magnificent golf 

course. Just a five-minute walk from Dornoch Cathedral, Dornoch 

Caravan and Camp Park is open from April until October every year 

for families, couples and groups of friends alike. 

Dornoch Caravan and Camp Park has all the facilities you could 

require, including: 

• Ample Touring Pitches 

• Tent Pitches 

• Static Vans to let 

• Shop 

• TV Room with Satellite TV 

• Launderette 

• Free Showers 

• Electric Hook Ups (£1.50 extra per night) 

• Children’s Play Area 

• Games Room 

• Putting Green 

• Awnings (£2 per day) 

A highland family welcome awaits at Dornoch Caravan and Camp 

Park, where Billy and Sandra Macrae will greet you with a warm smile. 

Dornoch Caravan and Camp Park is an excellent base from which 

to explore the County of Sutherland, which uniquely boasts three 

coastlines; one on the east, one on the west and one at the north of 

the county. Within easy reach, you can watch the salmon leap at the 

Falls of Shin and a few miles further on visit the Ferrycroft Visitors Centre 

near Lairg and experience an audio-visual journey into the past to 

discover the peoples who lived here hundreds and thousands of years 

ago. 

The area boasts numerous castles of the Highlands including the 

world-famous Dunrobin Castle near Golspie, the Ancestral home 

of the Duke’s of Sutherland. This fairytale castle overlooks the sea 

and contains a magnificent collection of furniture, silverware, and 

tapestries. The castle is surrounded by some outstandingly beautiful 

formal gardens. Also hidden in the gardens is a very unusual small 

museum. Dunrobin is a must-see for every visitor to the Highlands. 

Travel south from Dornoch Caravan and Camp Park to explore Loch 

Ness on a boat trip or drive around its shores visiting the pretty villages 

of Dores, Fort Augustus and Drumnadrochit, which is home to the 

Nessie visitor centres. 

A day trip to Isle of Skye is always a must if you have time. There are 

many things to see including Dunvegan Castle, Talisker Distillery and 

the unforgettable Cuillin mountains which dominate the Island. Before 

crossing the bridge to Skye, make a stop at picturesque Eilean Donan 

Castle. 

For more information, please visit www.dornochcaravans.co.uk or call 01862 810423


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Juliots Well Holiday Park 

Riverside Caravan Park 

(Elgin) 

Church 

Meadow Farm 

Hexham 

Steeplechase Company 

Brow Farm 

Campsite 

South End 

Caravan Park 

Roseview 

Caravan Park 

Red Squirrel 

Campsite 

Delightful Holiday Park in 33 acres 

of Cornish countryside 

Juliots Well Holiday Park is situated in an 

ideal location surrounded by beautiful 

countryside. It is just one mile from the 

ancient town of Camelford in North 

Cornwall and four miles from Trebarwith 

beach. 

There’s a wide choice of self-catering 

accommodation available. Choose from 

modern static caravans to luxury pine 

holiday lodges - some with private hot tub 

- and 4 star holiday cottages. Juliots Well 

Campsite is a luxury touring park for tents, 

tourers and motorhomes. 

You’ll enjoy the relaxed and informal 

atmosphere at this North Cornwall holiday 

park. The thirty three acres of sheltered 

parkland and shady woods offer a tranquil 

haven which makes it an ideal base for 

exploring the rest of Cornwall. 

Juliots Well Holiday Park, Camelford, 

North Cornwall PL32 9RF 

Tel: 01840 213302 Fax: 01840 212700 

Email: holidays@juliotswell.com 

Riverside Caravan Park is centrally situated 

for touring the Highlands and local beaches. 

It is situated a short driving distance from 

the Moray coast, where there are beautiful 

sheltered beaches of white sand, rocky 

headlands and idyllic fishing villages. Riverside 

Caravan Park lies in a sheltered area adjacent 

to the River Lossie and surrounded by mature 

woodland. It is open from April to October 

each year. There are 34 pitches for caravans, 

motorhomes and tents, all supplied with 

electric hook-ups. The site is well-equipped and 

has all the facilities needed for the comfortable 

stay. 

The facilities include: 

Toilet block including free showers, hand and 

hairdryers, disabled toilet, laundrette with 

washing machines, tumble dryers and iron. 

Adventure playground for children. Play area 

adjacent to the park which is suitable for 

ball games etc.Tourist Information, chemical 

disposal point, dish washing area and dog walks. 

For any more information please 

phone John or Christine on 01343 542813, 

we will be delighted to help, or email us on 

info@riverside-caravan-park.co.uk 

West Road, Elgin IV30 8UN 

The friendly camping and 

caravanning club newly certified 

site. Adults-only, pets welcome, 

toilet and shower for campers, 

open all year at Church Meadows. 

Find the Red Hart Inn, turn off 

main road, 1 mile through village, 

turn right into Dormston Lane. 

Site is approximately 600 yards 

on left. 

Directions: Situated midway 

between Stratford and Worcester 

off the A422. 

Dormston Lane, Dormston, 

Worcestershire WR7 4JX 

Tel: 01386 793131 

The Hexham Racecourse caravan and 

camping site is set in the heart of stunnng 

Northumberland countryside, just 2 miles 

south of the town centre and within 

easy reach of many places of interest 

for tourists. The site is adjacent to the 

racecourse and enjoys views over unspoilt 

and peaceful Hexhamshire. 

Advance booking is essential at times 

of race meetings, when visitors enjoy 

discounted entry to the races. 

Open May to early October 

Tel: 01434 606847 or 0795 1054216 

Email: hexrace.caravan@btconnect.com 

Web: www.hexham-racecourse.co.uk 

High Yarridge, Hexham NE46 2JP 

Brow Farm Campsite, located in Ratlinghope, 

west of the Longmynd, is a diverse and 

surprising Area of Outstanding Natural 

Beauty, ever changing and thrilling to explore. 

The campsite will take many people back to 

their childhood, sinking ankle deep into old 

wildflower meadows, which our grandparents 

took for granted. 

The owner, John Sankey, wants to preserve 

the old meadows and has planted hundreds 

of trees to encourage the wildlife and provide 

shade for the future. Birds are abundant, in 

fact, it is a birdwatchers’ paradise! Owls can be 

heard and seen at night. 

Chemicals and artificial fertilisers are not 

used on Brow Farm Campsite. The wildflower 

meadow is cut for hay after the flowers have 

seeded in late July. The Shropshire Way runs 

alongside the farm. Campers are welcome to 

camp anywhere they choose on the 12-acre 

campsite, allowing you to find the perfect 

pitch! 

Motor homes and caravans are welcome. 

Ratlinghope, Shrewsbury, Shropshire SY5 0SR 

Tel: 01588 650641 

South End Caravan Park is situated on 

Walney, a small island off the Cumbrian 

coast. 

A short drive away from the beauty of 

the Lake District National Park, Walney 

is rich with scenery and nature of its 

own. 

The caravan park offers family-friendly 

facilities for static and touring caravans 

including: 

Licensed club, 

Over-25 lounge with snooker table 

Indoor heated swimming pool 

Sauna 

Bowling green 

Children’s play area 

Tennis court 

South End Caravan Park, 

Walney Island, Barrow In Furness, 

Cumbria LA14 3YQ 

Tel: 01229 472823 

Email: enquires@secp.co.uk 

Web: www.walneyislandcaravanpark.co.uk 

Roseview Caravan Park (formerly Oban 

Divers) can offer a quiet family setting 

in Glenshellach, a peaceful and scenic 

location only 2 miles from Oban Town 

Centre. 

Rated 4 star by Visit Scotland, the 

site offers toilet and shower block, 

dishwashing, laundry, small drying room 

and information centre. Also onsite is a 

barbecue area with an indoor eating area 

for those without tents. A small playpark is 

also onsite for the younger visitors. 

There is no bar or entertainment onsite, 

which ensures the quiet atmoshpere of 

the site. 

Sorry but no commercial vehicles. Tents 

larger than 4m x 4m by pre-arrangement 

only. 

We accept all major credit and debit cards. 

Roseview Caravan Park 

Rose View, Glenshellach, Oban, 

Argyll PA34 4QJ 

Tel: 01631 562755 

Email: info@roseviewoban.co.uk 

Web: www.roseviewoban.co.uk 

Onsite Facilities: 

Nature intended, casual, easy 

going alongside the River Coe with 

22 acres for camping. Wooded, 

swimming hole, permit fishing on 

river. Toilets, hot & cold water, hot 

showers. Chemical disposal point, 

well-behaved pets allowed, drinking 

water, place for washing clothes and 

dishes, campfires. 

Offsite Facilities: 

Food shop 1.5m, Gas 1.5, bar/pub 

1m (Clachaig Inn) Restaurant 1m 

(Clachaig Inn, Glencoe Hotel, VIVA). 

Indoor Heated Pool 2m (Isle of 

Glencoe Hotel) tennis courts 15m, 

and many more! 

Argyll, Scotland PH49 4HX 

Tel: 01855 811256 

Web: www.redsquirrelcampsite.co.uk 

Experience True Yorkshire At High Moor Farm Park 

With historic buildings, luxurious Turkish baths 

and array of cafés, restaurants and Betty’s 

Tearooms, Harrogate is an excellent holiday 

destination for old and young alike. Situated 

four miles west of Harrogate, on the edge 

of the Yorkshire Dales, High Moor Farm Park 

provides caravan holiday homes and touring 

pitches for tourers and motorhomes for 

anyone looking to explore this wonderful area 

of Yorkshire. 

Onsite there’s a number of owner-occupied caravans 

for hire as well as touring pitches and excellent 

facilities. For tourers, High Moor Farm Park boasts 

some of the best toilet facilities in the country with 

a fully heated toilet block that includes hot and 

cold water showers, bathrooms, wash hand basins 

and separate disabled room with all facilities. There 

are also electrical sockets available for hairdryers/ 

straighteners, irons etc. so you and your family don’t 

have to go without your creature comforts. 

There’s also a laundry room with deep sinks, ironing 

board, washing machine and large hot dryer, dish 

washing sinks, babies’ sinks and changing area, as 

well as a shop selling most day-to-day commodities, 

including a selection of caravan and camping 

accessories. High Moor Farm Park also stocks Calor 

Gas and Camping Gas. 

High Moor Farm Park is situated within easy reach of 

Harrogate, with its excellent shopping, open spaces 

and spa. However, there’s more to explore; the city of 

Ripon is only 17 miles away with its historic cathedral 

and shopping centre and the ancient city of York 

is a pleasant half hour drive from High Moor Farm 

Park. Here you’ll find something to entertain all ages 

and interests – highlights include York Minster, the 

web of cobbled lanes offering the opportunity to 

browse an amazing array of independent boutiques 

and vintage stores, JORVIK Viking Centre, which is 

the site of one of the most famous and astounding 

discoveries of modern archaeology and Clifford’s 

Tower, which stands proud as a symbol of the power 

of England’s Medieval kings. 

For relaxing after a long day of fun or exploration, 

High Moor Farm Park welcomes guests to enjoy the 

hospitality offered in the Park’s licensed bar, which 

serves a range of drinks and excellent food, all freshly 

prepared on site. An array of snacks are available 

to take away. Why not try High Moor Farm Park’s 

signature dish, mixed grill, but it is not for the faint 

hearted! Food is available most evenings during the 

high season from 7pm until last orders at 8:45pm. A 

lunchtime menu is also available on Sundays from 

12noon until 1:15pm. 

Although the location of High Moor Farm Park 

enables guests to get out and about and discover the 

surrounding area, the site benefits from a number 

of recreational facilities, including a nine-hole golf 

course and a large indoor heated swimming pool 

which adjoins an amusement area, complete with 

pool tables. Bowls and fishing are available, subject 

to a small fee. 

T: 01423 563637 

W: www.highmoorfarmpark.co.uk 

E: highmoorfarmpark@btconnect.com 

Explore Southwest Scotland 

Dumfries & Galloway in southwest Scotland is 

understated as a holiday destination. The area boasts 

the unrivalled combination of the best of modern 

Scottish society combined with the legacy of the 

region’s unique heritage. With unspoiled scenery, 

a spectacular coast and contrasting landscapes, 

featuring forests, lochs, rolling hills and sandy 

beaches, the area is perfect for everyone, whether 

you’re a couple looking for peace and tranquillity or 

a family looking for outdoor adventure. 

When holidaying in such a wonderful location, you 

want a well-equipped and convenient local from 

which to explore. Reflect would like to recommend 

two of the camping sites run by Dumfries & Galloway 

County Council: Lochside Caravan and Camping just 

outside of Castle Douglas and Silvercraigs, which 

overlooks the town of Kirkcudbright. 

Lochside Caravan and Camping has 108 pitches 

(electric hook-ups are available) and is fully staffed 

with friendly, helpful wardens, who are on hand 

to help whenever necessary. The site boasts three 

quality laundry/toilet and shower blocks as well 

as a variety of play facilities for children including 

two play parks, putting and pedalo boats which are 

available for hire on the beautiful Carlingwark Loch. 

Lochside is situated just a five-minute walk from the 

town of Castle Douglas, Scotland’s only designated 

‘Food Town’, which is popular with holidaymakers 

throughout the year. To book your stay at Lochside, 

please contact 01556 503806 during office hours. 

Silvercraigs is smaller than Lochside, with 59 pitches 

(electric hook-ups are available), plus additional 

space solely for holidaymakers pitching tents 

overnight. The town of Kirkcudbright, which is within 

walking distance at the bottom of the hill, boasts a 

picturesque marina, sports centre, swimming pool, 

tennis courts and wonderful wildlife park and, in 

the summer months, the museums in and around 

the town display an array of arts and crafts by local 

artists. The glorious sandy beaches at the Dhoon 

and Brighouse Bay are just a few miles away. To book 

your stay at Silvercraigs, please call 01556 503806 

during office hours. 

Both are three-star rated campsites, with easy 

access to the breathtaking countryside of southwest 

Scotland, as well as the Solway coast, a rich array of 

outdoor pursuits, including 32 golf courses, open 

rivers for watersports, mountain biking trails and 

numerous walking routes, providing the opportunity 

to get out into the refreshing Scottish countryside. 

Both sites open 2 nd of April until 26 th of October. 

For general enquiries call 01556 502521. 

For more information on the area or either of these caravan and camping sites, 

please visit www.dumgal.gov.uk

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Holidays 17 

Just A Hop, 

&A Jump Away… 

Skip 

Chad Hill Hotel 

A charming Victorian mansion in a quiet 

central area of Sandown with private 

parking. Four-poster and family rooms also 

available with ferry-inclusive packages. 

Restaurant and bar, home cooking with 

vegetarian options. Spring/autumn breaks 

– H/B including ferry. Three nights £135 pp 

and four nights £168 pp 

Bed & Breakfast 

PER PRSN 1NTS 7NTS 

LOW £29 £195 

MID £32 £215 

HIGH £36 £235 

14 bedrooms, all en-suite, 

open March - October 

7 Hill Street, Sandown PO36 9DD 

Tel/Fax: 01983 403231 

Email: enquiries@chadhillhotel.co.uk 

Web: www.chadhillhotel.co.uk 

Villa Artemis & 

Villa Helios Rhodes 

Villa Artemis 

(sleeps 6/7) 

is situated in 

Tsambika amidst 

pine and olive 

groves, offering 

spectacular sea and 

mountain views in 

a secluded location. 

• Three bedrooms (1 double, 2 twin) 

with balconies • Marble spiral staircase 

• Fully fitted kitchen • Air conditioning to all 

rooms • Spacious lounge/diner with satellite 

TV/DVD • Large covered pergola & BBQ 

• 9x5m private pool • 15 mins from Lindos 

• Tsambika beach approx 3 min drive 

Villa Helios 

(sleeps 4/5) is a 

superb spacious 

new villa situated 

on a hillside with 

fantastic sea views 

of Kalathos Bay 

and the Aegean 

coastline. 

• 2 bedrooms (1 double, 1 twin) with balconies 

• Marble spiral stairs • Spacious lounge/diner 

with wood burner, dining table, satellite TV/DVD 

& hi-fi • Fully fitted kitchen • Air conditioning to 

all rooms • Large covered pergola & BBQ 

• 10x5m private swimming pool 

• 5 mins from Lindos 

Included in the weekly cost of both villas is a 

and 5 seater hire car is for their use when on 

Rhodes Island. 

From £750 per villa per week, 

Contact Ivor Henley, tel: 01444 236883 

Email: rhodes_villa@hotmail.com 

Web: www.villa-in-rhodes.co.uk 

Home and Away 

Covering 152,033 square miles, Great Britain has an abundance of places to discover and explore. A holiday 

within the British Isles would allow you to not only avoid the stress of going abroad, but also discover some of 

the magical, mystical and down-right spectacular places on this place we call home. 

©VisitBritain/Tony Pleavin 


The stunning, unspoilt scenery and wealth of 

attractions to entertain the whole family make the 

Isle of Wight the perfect place to enjoy a relaxing 

break any time of the year. The minute your family 

step onto the ferry, a sense of relaxation, excitement 

and fun overcome you. For a stress free, fun family 

holiday, this stunning Island is the only place to 

consider holidaying this summer. 

Walking 

With such spectacular scenery, the best way to explore the 

Island, and get out into the fresh, unpolluted air, is on foot. 

The Island has over 500 miles of carefully maintained and 

well signposted rights of way, so you’ve no excuse not to 

spend a day exploring some of the UK’s most unforgettable 

scenery. In fact, the Island has its own Walking Festival every 

May. 

Beaches 

With over 60 miles of coastline, half of which is ‘Heritage 

Coast’, the Isle of Wight has some of the country’s best 

beaches, perfect for building sandcastles, swimming in the 

sea and generally watching the world go by. 

There are currently 13 award-winning beaches on the Island, 

including Ryde Beach, Compton Bay, Yaverland Beach 

and, Reflect favourite, Shanklin Beach which forms part of 

Sandown Bay. Not only is Shanklin Beach only a short walk 

away from the centre of town, during the summer season, 

it is machine cleaned and litter picked on a daily basis, 

ensuring it’s as safe as a beach can be for you and your 

family. In fact, it is so clean that large amounts of seaweed 

are removed and taken to local farmers for use as compost. 

The Great Outdoors 

Approximately half of this historic and diverse island has 

been designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, 

mostly in the south and west, the outdoors really be seen to 

be believed. 

There are plenty of activities for the adrenaline junkie in 

you to enjoy, from traditional windsurfing, sailing and 

paragliding to the more unusual tree climbing and llama 

trekking. 

Visiting anglers are very well catered for on the Island with 

64 miles of coastline available for sea fishing or numerous 

ponds, reservoirs and streams for the Freshwater angler. 

If golf is your thing, there are eight super golf courses 

awaiting you on the Isle of Wight. Let breathtaking views 

and fresh sea air carry you through your round, which can 

be energetic or easy-going - just as you choose. 

Cowes 

Many see the town of Cowes as the home of yachting, 

hosting the famous Cowes Week sailing festival each 

summer. This festival consists mainly of organised yacht 

racing, by both dedicated racing yachts and a series of 

‘class’ events catering for the wide variety of non-dedicated 

yachts. This yachting weekend has something for all the 

family, whether you’re a hard-core yachter or a total novice. 

For more information, please visit www.islandbreaks.co.uk 

Kite Hill Farm 

A quiet familyrun 

site set 

in 12 acres 

of secluded 

countryside, 

bordering 

large wood, 

scenic walks, 5 minutes easy walking 

distance of Wootton village, shops, 

pubs and takeaways. Five minutes from 

Fishbourne ferry. Modern purpose-built 

toilet/shower block including disabled 

facility. Nearest major towns: Ryde 3m, 

Newport 3m, Cowes 5m. Children’s 

play area. 

Per night, inc electricity £15 

Sleeping 2 people 

No. of pitches 60, open all year. 

Contact: Mrs J.M.Abraham 

Camping & Touring Park 

Wootton Bridge, PO33 4LE 

Tel: 01983 882543 

welcome@kitehillfarm.co.uk 

www.kitehillfarm.co.uk 

The Music Room & 

Gallery at Clonterbrook 

The Clonterbrook Music 

Room has been restored 

to its former Georgian 

elegance and is now 

available for hire. 

Accommodation can be 

arranged in our 

self-catering barns nearby. 

Tel: 01260 224 266/224 581 or 

Email: creativespace@clonter.com 

Five Valleys Cottages 

A wide choice of self-catering cottages and 

apartments in the south Cotswolds, sleeping 

from two to five people. Short term and 

corporate lets also available. 

Ten miles west of Cirencester, Stroud is 

at the centre of the Five Valleys and at the 

edge of the Cotswolds. Here, the steeply 

wooded valleys wind their way back into 

the limestone of the Cotswold escarpment, 

providing unexpected views and woodland 

walks. The familiar Cotswold landscape of 

stone walls, rolling farmland and villages of 

golden stone gives way to the exhilarating 

high commons of Minchinhampton, 

Rodborough and Selsley, with views across 

the Severn to the Forest of Dean and the 

Welsh mountains beyond, while the valleys 

hide lakes and beechwoods. Not surprising 

that this is known as the ‘undiscovered 

Cotswolds’. 

Nice Work (UK) Limited, Honeyhill, 

Bismore, Eastcombe, Stroud, Glos GL6 7DG 

Tel: 01452 770060 (day) 

01452 770346 (eve/weekends) 

Fax: 01452 357980 

Email: mbrooks@niceworkuk.co.uk 

Web: www.fivevalleyscottages.co.uk 

A survey carried out by car-makers Vauxhall found that, on average, Britons have visited only 

2% of Britain’s 1,200 towns and cities; so this week, we’d like to encourage you to enjoy a 

break in an area of great Britain that you’ve never visited before, whether it’s north, south, 

east, or west. 

Towards the end of 2011, VisitBritain predicted that in 2012 Great Britain should attract 

30.7 million visitors (spending £17.6 billion in the process), in part thanks to the Queen’s 

Diamond Jubilee and London 2012, not to mention the numerous other great events taking 

place across the country this year. 

In fact, Britain’s image overseas has improved significantly over the last 12 months, driven 

by better perceptions of British culture, its people and its appeal as a tourist destination. The 

findings, published in the latest Anholt-GFK Roper Nation Brands Index (NBI), noted that 

the UK now overtakes France on the overall rankings to become the third most admired 

country globally - now one place higher than it was in 2010 - positioning itself as one of the 

strongest and most well-rounded nations in the world. 

Surrounded by ocean, the British Isles have an abundance of beach resorts, coastal paths, 

and sea life all waiting to be discovered. Beach holidays are a great way to re-live your own 

childhood seaside holidays, rekindling fond memories of donkey rides and amusement 

arcades. 

Situated with the Cotswolds, Gloucestershire is a haven for walkers and wildlife enthusiasts; 

in fact its countryside is considered by many as quintessentially English. A must see when 

visiting this stunning county is Gloucester’s spectacular cathedral. Described as northern 

Europe’s sixth most beautiful building, Gloucester Cathedral is located in the heart of the 

city. Features include the glazed fan-vaulted cloisters, the monks’ lavatorium, the medieval 

glass of the great east window, and the tombs of King Edward II and Robert Duke of 

Normandy. 

If you’re looking for a peaceful and laid-back break away from the hustle and bustle of 

everyday life Cheshire is the place. The largely unspoilt rural landscape is teeming with 

quaint market towns and villages, whilst the City of Chester provides excellent shopping, 

evening entertainment, restaurants serving delicious dishes and an array of attractions for 

the whole family. 

If you’d prefer to soak up some sun but want to stay away from the more popular, wellknown 

European resorts, Reflect would like to recommend Rhodes. Situated in in the 

eastern Aegean Sea, Rhodes boasts 220Km of coastline and a middle climate that just begs 

to be enjoyed.

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Sail Away, Sail Away, Sail Away… 

Hunter’s Yard 

Few things in life can be as relaxing as holidaying on water, as exploring Britain’s 2,200 miles of 

canals and rivers allows you to take life at a slower pace. With hundreds of miles of waterways 

to explore and some of the most beautiful and peaceful scenery the British countryside has to 

offer, it’s no wonder canal holidays are growing in popularity. 

In fact, research carried out last year by Towergate Bakers 

Insurance found that from the five most popular holidays 

enjoyed by Brits, a canal boat holiday came in at a surprising 

fifth place. With this type of holiday being described as ‘the 

fastest way to slow down’, it’s easy to see why so many Brits 

are opting for this kind of holiday. 

Far removed from the pace of modern life, a narrowboat 

holiday is the perfect way to unwind. Making your way 

slowly through the British countryside in your floating 

home you have the freedom to go as you please. No rush 

(as speeds are limited to 4mph), no pressure, just mile after 

mile of beautiful canals (originally created to transport 

goods across the country) to explore. There’s always a new 

view to experience around the next bend, something new 

to discover and something for the kids to explore; it’s a truly 

relaxing holiday. 

Britain’s canals offer the unique chance to see parts of 

villages, towns and cities that cannot be seen by any other 

mode of transport. There are also numerous attractions 

along the way to stop and enjoy including museums, shops 

and pubs. 

An abundance of wildlife can be seen along the canal, 

including beautiful swans, families of ducks swimming 

together, frogs perched on water lilies, and hundreds of fish. 

Why not see if you can catch your dinner by fishing as you 

chug along, but don’t worry if the fish gets the better of you 

– there’s plenty of places to eat along the way. 

There are numerous companies providing barge hire, with 

accommodation ranging from basic two-man boats to large 

family barges with all the creature comforts. If you’ve really 

caught the boating bug, then you could invest in your own 

barge so you can have a weekend away whenever the mood 

takes you. 

The UK’s premier waterways event takes place at the 

picturesque Crick Marina (just off Junction 18 of the M1) 

from 2nd – 5th June. The Crick Boat Show and Waterways 

Festival is more than just boats – it offers an action packed, 

great value, family day out, and it’s right on your doorstep. 

For more information or tickets, visit 

www.crickboatshow.co.uk 


Based on the Shropshire Union 

Canal, we are a family-run business, 

geared up to provide a canal holiday 

on a narrowboat that gives you that 

‘private boat’ experience. We are 

ideally located for cruising the beautiful 

Llangollen Canal, the Four Counties 

Ring and Chester. 

This central part of the inland 

waterways system has something for 

everyone, whether you’re new to 

boating or an old hand, whether you’re 

looking for a quiet and relaxing rural 

retreat, or delving into a little known 

corner of our British industrial heritage. 

We aim to offer a truly personal touch. 

Overwater Marina, Coole Lane, 

Nantwich, Cheshire CW5 8AY 

Tel: 01782 722743 

Email: info@canalboatcruising.co.uk 

Web: www.canalboatcruising.co.uk 

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Only £48 for up to 4 people 

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• Half-Decker (day boat) Hire 

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Join us in 2012 as we celebrate 

our 80th year of sailing traditional 

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Tel: 01692 678263 

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More Than 

Just A Holiday 

Narrowboat holidays have been 

described as the fastest way to slow 

down, so it’s not surprising to see how 

popular they’ve become in recent years 

as we all try to manage the stress of 

demanding work, and family, lives. 

Established over 40 years ago, Anglo 

Welsh Waterway Holidays provide 

narrowboat holidays for all the family. 

The company was taken over in 2000 by 

Robert Lawrence who has spent the last 

12 years investing a lot of time, effort 

and money into refurbishing the fleet, 

of 150 weekly hire boats and 10 day hire 

boats, to a higher standard. 

Operating from 11 locations around 

England and Wales, 10 of which are 

on Britain’s canals, one of which is on 

the River Thames, Anglo Welsh cover a 

section of Britain’s 2,000 miles of inland 

waterways, in numerous stunning locals 

that beg to be explored. Robert told 

Reflect: “Our eleven bases are situated in 

delightful areas of England and Wales; 

they offer all the rural tranquillity you 

could ask for, combined with the hustle 

and bustle of quaint market towns, as well 

as the history and heritage of the ancient 

cities of Oxford and Bath.” 

Anglo Welsh’s fleet is constantly being 

upgraded as boats are refurbished 

and replaced with brand new vessels. 

The fleet of 150 offers a diverse mix 

to accommodate every type of party, 

including a cosy two-berth for a couple, 

a four or six-berth for a family and eight, 

nine, ten and 12-berth boats – these 

all come in a choice of Cruiser and 

Semi-Traditional stern arrangements 

for a fantastic canal holiday. Robert 

added: “Lots of people are surprised to 

discover just how modern 21st Century 

narrowboats actually are; they come 

fully equipped with hot and cold running 

water, flushing toilets, central heating, 

showers or even small baths, sprung 

mattresses and fridges are available on 

every boat. We include a full tank of fuel in 

all our hires, which would keep you going 

for two weeks at a steady pace. We’re one 

of the few large boat hire companies to do 

this and customers actually save anything 

up to £100 by choosing us over one of our 

competitors.” 

If you’re new to narrowboats and 

are worried about a holiday on the 

water, don’t worry. Anglo Welsh have 

a number of boats to hire for the day 

to give you and your family a taste 

of life cruising the inland waterways. 

Robert added: “We also ensure everyone 

completes a nationally accredited 

handover procedure by a qualified 

member of staff on the fundamentals 

of operating a narrowboat and water 

etiquette. This is to ensure everyone sets 

off on their holiday or day out confident, 

comfortable and safe.” 

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20 Queen’s Diamond Jubilee 

21 

Long Live The Queen 

Queen Elizabeth II is celebrating 60 years on the 

throne this year with a series of Diamond Jubilee 

celebrations. She came to the throne on 6th 

February 1952 and her coronation took place on 

2nd June 1953. To celebrate, Buckingham Palace 

has planned a celebration weekend taking place 

from Saturday 2nd June to Tuesday 5th June, 

with celebratory activities throughout the United 

Kingdom and across the Commonwealth. 

Saturday 2nd June 

The Queen will attend the Epsom Derby. 

Sunday 3rd June 

The Big Jubilee Lunch - building on the already popular Big 

Lunch initiative, people will be encouraged to share lunch 

with neighbours and friends as part of the Diamond Jubilee 

celebrations. This may take the form of a traditional street 

party or a picnic lunch in small or larger groups. This event 

is being organised by the Big Lunch: www.thebiglunch.com 

The Thames Diamond Jubilee Pageant - this event will 

take place on the Thames and consist of up to 1,000 boats 

assembled from across the UK, the Commonwealth and 

around the world. The Queen will travel in the Royal Barge 

which will lead the flotilla. This event is being organised by 

the Thames Diamond Jubilee Foundation: 

www.thamesdiamondjubileepageant.org 

Monday 4th June 

BBC Concert at Buckingham Palace - there will be a 

televised Diamond Jubilee Concert at Buckingham Palace 

with tickets being available to UK residents by public 

ballot. The musical programme for the concert is still 

being planned and is expected to feature British and 

Commonwealth musicians. This event is being organised 

by the BBC. 

The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Beacons - a network of 

2,012 Beacons will be lit by communities and individuals 

throughout the United Kingdom, as well as the Channel 

Islands, the Isle of Man and the Commonwealth. As in 2002, 

The Queen will light the National Beacon. The beacons 

project is being organised by Diamond Jubilee Beacons 

Ltd. 

Tuesday 5th June 

Service of Thanksgiving and Carriage Procession - there will 

be a Service of Thanksgiving at St Paul’s Cathedral and a 

formal carriage Procession by The Queen. 

Commonwealth Realms and other Commonwealth nations 

will be creating their own events in celebration of the 

Diamond Jubilee. In addition, they will be represented at, 

and involved with, the events taking place over the central 

weekend, including the Thames Diamond Jubilee Pageant 

on 3rd June and the Service of Thanksgiving on 5th June. 

Further details for all Diamond Jubilee events can be 

found online at www.direct.gov.uk/diamondjubilee or 

www.2012queensdiamondjubilee.com 

A Message From Queen Elizabeth 

Today, as I mark 60 years as your Queen, I am writing to 

thank you for the wonderful support and encouragement 

that you have given to me and Prince Philip over these 

years and to tell you how deeply moved we have been 

to receive so many kind messages about the Diamond 

Jubilee. 

In this special year, as I dedicate myself anew to your 

service, I hope we will all be reminded of the power of 

togetherness and the convening strength of family, 

friendship and good neighbourliness, examples of which I 

have been fortunate to see throughout my reign and which 

my family and I look forward to seeing in many forms as 

we travel throughout the United Kingdom and the wider 

Commonwealth. 

I hope also that this Jubilee year will be a time to give 

thanks for the great advances that have been made since 

1952 and to look forward to the future with clear head and 

warm heart as we join together in our celebrations. 

I send my sincere good wishes to you all. 

ELIZABETH R. 


©VisitBritain/Chris Coe 

All Saints, Horsey 

Horsey is a precious jewel of a 

church, tucked away in a quiet 

corner of Norfolk between 

Horsey Mere and the beach. The 

thatched church has a Saxon 

round tower. This church repays a 

visit for the unspoilt atmosphere 

of the interior, which is deeply 

prayerful. 

All Saints has been newly rethatched 

and warmly welcomes 

visitors. It is open daily from 

dawn til dusk. 

Jenny Downes: Churchwarden 

Stable Cottage, Horsey 

Great Yarmouth NR29 4EF 

Tel: 01493 393314 

Tilney All Saints 

The East Marshland Benefice consists of 

five parishes in the Diocese of Ely (which 

is one of the 44 Dioceses of the Church of 

England) set in a rural environment within 

the Borough of King’s Lynn and West Norfolk. 

In the Benefice, there are five active parish 

churches: Terrington St John, Tilney All Saints, 

Tinley St Lawrence, Wiggenhall St Germans 

and Wiggenhall St Mary Magdalene. 

Each of the five active parish churches has a 

warm, friendly and welcoming environment. 

Church members take a full part in their 

respective village communities and beyond. 

We also have a regular united, five parish 

service on the second Sunday of each month, 

as well as a united five-parish service on each 

fifth Sunday when these occur. These services 

are held in rotation in each of the five active 

churches. Open daily 9am - 4pm. 

Contact: 

The Rev’d Barbara 

Pearman or 

Rev’d Martin Dale 

01553 828808 

barbarapearman@hotmail.com 

www.eastmarshlandbenefice.co.uk 

St James 

Castle Acre 

The village of 

Castle Acre is 

a major tourist 

centre for 

Norfolk. The 

church of St. 

James the Great 

stands in the 

middle of the 

village amidst 

the ruins of the Norman castle and 

those of Castle Acre Priory. 

Visitors can often miss the church, 

which is a great shame for it contains 

many interesting features, including 

the wine glass pulpit illustrated 

above. Plus the Medieval rood screen 

and font cover. The friends of Castle 

Acre Church assist with raising funds 

to maintain this fine church. 

Open daily 9am - 5pm 

St. James Church, Stocks Green 

Castle Acre, Norfolk PE32 2AE 

www.narvalleygroup.org.uk 

nairn.nvgoffice@btinternet.com 

Tel: 01760 338552 

St Mary’s Church 

North Creake 

The earliest part of this church dates back 

to the 12 th Century. The tower with flint and 

stone was built between 1435 and 1450. 

Bell ringers had noticed more recently 

difficulty in ringing, and all possible 

adjustments were made. The conclusion is 

that the bells will become ‘unringable’ and 

the tower will become unsafe. Estimates 

by Bell Founders for refurbishment and 

strengthening have been received of 

£170,000. To date £89,000 has been raised 

in an attempt to preserve 250 years of 

change bell ringing. John Billett chairs the 

Appeal Committee, which is now applying 

to Charitable Trusts. 

Tel: 01328 730806 

Email: jb@johnbillett.com 

Thurning: 

St Andrew 

Thurning is a small, charming church 

set in a rural hamlet. The church has 

changed little in the 700 years since 

built. The nave and the tower date 

from about 1300 and the north aisle 

was probably built some 200 years 

later. The Church is complete with 

a three-decker pulpit and dark oak 

fittings including box pews, a donation 

by Corpus Christi College, Cambridge. 

Reepham Rd, Thurning NR20 5QX 

www.reephambenefice.org.uk 

Open daily, dawn to dusk. 

Contact Ada Fisher on 01263 860357 

St Nicholas 

The spiritual hub of our group of parishes 

is the stately parish church, dedicated, like 

so many maritime churches to St. Nicholas. 

Here you will find a warm welcome; whether 

you are local to the area or a visitor; whether 

you are young or old; whether you are of the 

faith or not. 

The Church is usually open during the day for 

quiet and reflection, as well as for historical 

interest. 

St. Nicholas Church will be taking part in 

Wells Carnival Week in July 29 th - August 5 th 

by putting on an exhibition ‘The Olympic 

Spirit in Wells’. There will be carnival lunches 

at 12pm - 2pm from the 1 st to the 3 rd of 

August and a lunchtime concert on Tuesday 

31 st July ‘Desert Island Discs’. The church will 

also be taking part in Norfolk Diocese ‘Open 

Churches Week’ 4 th -12 th August, when the 

exhibition will still be up and there will be 

a lunchtime concert on Tuesday 7 th August:- 

‘Piano Duets with an Olympic Theme’. 

Church Street, 

Well-next-the-Sea NR23 1JA 

Contact: Kate Clodd 

Tel: 01328 711312 

Email: katharine.clodd@mypostoffice.co.uk 

www.wellsnextthesea.churchnorfolk.com

22 Queen’s Diamond Jubilee 

Cotswold Wedding Video & Photography 23 

World-class names to rock the Palace for 

The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Concert 

As specialists at capturing the events 

of your wedding day, Cotswold 

Wedding Video & Photography 

provide either or both video and 

photographic services for weddings 

across the Cotswolds. Their aim is 

to cover all the important aspects of 

your dream day from the ceremony 

to the reception and wedding 

breakfast, as well as any evening 

celebration/entertainment. 

Capture Those Magical 

Moments Forever 

Buckingham Palace and the BBC have announced that a line-up of musical stars from the 

worlds of rock and pop, along with the best of classical music and musical theatre, will 

perform at The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Concert, on Monday 4th June. 

This historic concert, a celebration of The Queen’s 60-year reign through music, will be 

attended by Her Majesty The Queen, His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh and 

other Members of the Royal Family. 

Staged in the stunning surroundings of the Queen Victoria Memorial in front of 

Buckingham Palace, the BBC and Gary Barlow have brought together leading talent from 

the world of music. The concert will include classic hits and one-off collaborations from 

artists including Shirley Bassey, Alfie Boe, Jools Holland, Jessie J, JLS, Elton John, Tom 

Jones, Lang Lang, Annie Lennox, Madness, Paul McCartney, Cliff Richard and Ed Sheeran. 

Other names will be announced in due course. 

The unique concert stage has been designed by world-renowned architect Mark 

Fisher, and it will make full use of the historic backdrop with spectacular lighting and 

projections. 

The concert will be broadcast live on BBC One, BBC One HD and on BBC Radio 2 in the 

UK and to millions around the world. Viewers in the United States will be able to watch 

exclusive highlights on ABC the next day. 

Danny Cohen, Controller BBC One, said: “BBC One is honoured to be the broadcast host of 

this magnificent concert to celebrate the Diamond Jubilee. This will be a musical event like no 

other, with Britain’s greatest musical stars performing to celebrate this great occasion.” 

Gary Barlow said: “The Diamond Jubilee concert will celebrate the 60 years of The Queen’s 

reign with an amazing line-up of world-class artists coming together to play at one of the 

biggest and most exciting live music shows in recent years. With Buckingham Palace as a 

backdrop, it’s going to be a fantastic event which transcends multiple decades of music. It’ll 

be a great, unique, experience for the thousands attending, watching on TV and listening on 

Radio. I can’t wait!” 

This fantastic concert is not the only event that will celebrate the Queen’s 60-year reign. 

An array of events have been planned to take place from Saturday 2nd June through 

to Tuesday 5th June, and Her Majesty will also be making a series of regional visits 

throughout the United Kingdom. Touring the country by road, rail, air and sea, The 

Queen and The Duke of Edinburgh will travel widely across England, Scotland, Wales and 

Northern Ireland. Their tour takes them to: 

©VisitBritain/ Pawel Libera 


• Leicester on 8th March 

• Manchester and Salford on 23rd March 

• Redbridge, Walthamstow, Harrow on 29th March 

• Cardiff, Margam, Merthyr Tydfil, Aberfan, Ebbw Vale, Glanusk Park on 26th & 27th April 

• Sherborne, Salisbury, Crewkerne, Yeovil, Exeter on May 1st and 2nd 

• Bromley, Merton, Richmond on 15th May 

• Burnley, Accrington, Warrington, Chester, Liverpool on 16th & 17th May 

• Nottingham, Burghley, Corby, Stevenage, Hatfield on 13th & 14th June 

• Henley-on-Thames on 25th June 

• Edinburgh, Glasgow, Dunbartonshire, Renfrewshire, Perth from 2nd to 6th July 

• Hereford, Worcester, Birmingham, Shropshire on 11th & 12th July 

• Sunderland, South Tyneside, North Tyneside, Gateshead, Durham City , Stockton-on- 

Tees, Leeds on 18th & 19th July 

• Cowes, Isle of Wight, New Forest, Hampshire on 25th July 

The Queen and The Duke of Edinburgh will make use of car, the Royal Train, aircraft 

and the ship Leander as they tour the United Kingdom. For more information on the 

Diamond Jubilee, please visit www.thediamondjubilee.org 

With many years experience, gained by filming 

at most locations in the Cotswolds and across 

Gloucestershire, company director, Howard 

Williams, together with his experienced crew, 

provides a lasting memory of your wedding day. 

Howard told Reflect: “We’ve been filming weddings for a 

number of years; I ask that interested parties give me a call or 

drop me an email to discuss what they want recorded so we 

can create a package to suit them. I pride myself on capturing 

the event in its entirety, in a way that truly reflects the day.” 

For wedding day photography, Cotswold Wedding Video 

& Photography use professional digital equipment and 

provide a selection of formal and informal shots of the 

happy couple with relatives and friends, so that after the 

fun and excitement of the day, the magic moments can be 

re-lived over and over again. You should also remember 

that the DVDs and photo albums produced will be 

cherished not only by the bride and groom, but also by 

those who cannot be there to share the day. 

On your wedding day, Cotswold Wedding Video & 

Photography usually use either twin camera coverage for 

the whole day to capture all of the action or twin cameras 

for the ceremony and single camera for highlights of the 

photocall, reception and rest of day. However, the choice 

is yours. Separate camera coverage can be provided of the 

bride’s preparations, family and guest interviews, special 

sequence of the bride and groom in a chosen location or 

reportage of the day, to name a few suggestions. Once 

filmed, the footage is processed using the state-of-the-art 

editing equipment. The finished product is supplied in 

presentation cases with individually designed covers. 

In the past, Cotswold Wedding Video & Photography have 

filmed a wide range of weddings, from low budget to lavish 

dos, in every type of venue from Register Offices, private 

marquees, cathedrals and luxury hotels. In addition, they 

have undertaken a great variety of filming projects from 

services attended by Her Majesty the Queen, theatre and 

dance productions, instructional and marketing projects, 

corporate events and travelogues. 

Howard told us about filming the Maundy Thursday 

service at Gloucester Cathedral in April 2003: “The service 

was attended by the Duke of Edinburgh and the Queen and 

the filming set up was very intricate and had to remain out 

of sight. In order to film we had to get permission from the 

Cathedral administration and Buckingham Palace. We had to 

arrange our positions and movement with the security team 

and no cameras were allowed to be visible to members of the 

Royal party. We had a camera outside the Cathedral, which 

captured the arrival of the Royal helicopter, journey to the 

Cathedral and departure. There were a further seven cameras 

inside the Cathedral - the organ gallery, pulpit, on the steps 

and in the press gallery at the West End of the Nave. It was 

a wonderful experience to be part of this event and I’m really 

looking forward to the coverage of the Diamond Jubilee events 

to be screened on TV in the coming months.” 

As well as wedding day photography, Howard is also happy 

to film any special event, including parties, anniversaries, 

retirements, baptisms and confirmations. He also happily 

accepts commissions, filming an array of events such as 

dramas and musicals, concerts and festivals, sports and 

equestrian events, documentaries, living archives, training 

and education and corporate events. Recent commissions 

include: 

• Filming at the International Air Tattoo, which is held 

annually in July at Fairford, Gloucestershire. 

• MOD training videos of equipment in use at airfields 

worldwide. 

• A general interest film about RNAS Yeovilton and the 

Fleet Air Museum. 

• Aero club displays and events around Britain. 

• British Connemara Pony Society seminars in 

presentation of ponies and riders at events, dressage 

displays and stallion parade. 

• Training film about riding technique and animal behaviour. 

• Eventing in the Cotswolds 

• Numerous productions for music and drama societies 

across the Cotswolds area. 

• Training for personal confidence, interview techniques, 

preparation for appearing on local and national radio and 

television stations. 

• Group travel abroad for schools, special interest parties 

and national holiday providers. 

• Video relay to large screen(s) in concert halls, churches 

and Gloucester cathedral 

It’s not hard to see why Reflect have selected Cotswold 

Wedding Video & Photography for a Certificate of 

Recognition for Exclusive Weddings, as well as our annual 

Silver Certificate of Recognition earlier this year. 

For more information, 

or to discuss your 

requirements with Howard, 

please call 01453 757980 or visit 

www.cotswoldweddingvideo.co.uk

24 Drinking Update 

Cotswold Wedding 

Video & Photography 

Finding the perfect photographer and videographer to capture your wedding day as it unfolds can be a 

difficult task, there are so many talented and experienced people out there. Cotswold Wedding Video & 

Photography, a well-established company with a wealth of experience, offers comprehensive wedding 

photography and videography for couples looking to capture the magical memories of their wedding 

day forever. 

“We are so pleased with our record of our Wedding Day. Elderly relatives made a special effort to be on top form for 

the day: we have a special memory to remember them after they are no longer with us. Your careful and unobtrusive 

coverage of the day has given us a complete record of a very happy and special event. Thank you for everything! 

We shall be recommending your service to all our friends.” 

Sarah and Christopher 

Tel: 01453 757980 | Web: www.cotswoldweddingvideo.co.uk

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