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<strong>Reflect</strong> <strong>Magazine</strong>: sponsored byHume Equine Services Ltd 01573 470718<strong>Chinese</strong> <strong>New</strong> <strong>Year</strong> 03Celebrate <strong>Chinese</strong> StyleMethod<strong>On</strong> February 3rd, it’s the <strong>Chinese</strong> <strong>New</strong> <strong>Year</strong>,the most important of the <strong>Chinese</strong> holidays.It’s a time of feasting with the family,celebration, fireworks and gift-giving.As the <strong>Chinese</strong> calendar is based on thelunar year, the date of <strong>Chinese</strong> <strong>New</strong> <strong>Year</strong>changes every year. The <strong>Chinese</strong> calendarfollows a 12-year pattern, with each yearnamed after an animal.There are several legends to explain this,but <strong>Reflect</strong>’s favourite is about an animalrace, organised by the Jade Emperor, inwhich the first twelve animals to cross thefast flowing river would be the winners andthey would each have a year of the zodiacnamed after them.The winning animals were, in order, the Rat,Ox, Tiger, Rabbit, Dragon, Snake, Horse,Goat, Monkey, Rooster, Dog, and finally theBoar. Unfortunately, the Cat missed out asthe mean Rat, who was riding on the backof the Ox with the cat, had pushed him intothe water; the Cat was very angry with theRat and since then cats have never beenfriends with rats.To help you celebrate the <strong>Year</strong> of theRabbit, <strong>Reflect</strong> have once again asked ourresident chef, Neil Walker, to come up witha delicious recipe…Hong Kong Style Sweet & Sour Chickenwith Chow Mein NoodlesWhen I was asked to write this recipefor <strong>Chinese</strong> <strong>New</strong> <strong>Year</strong>, I struggled to thinkexactly what to do! I don’t really cook<strong>Chinese</strong> food here at the restaurant andI didn’t want to just copy something froma recipe, so I thought back to my days asa Navy Chef, cooking ‘en-masse’ for 1,000hungry lads on the aircraft carrier – HMSInvincible.This recipe always went down well as it isfull of flavour and texture, plus it used tobe so easy to prepare in advance. Ok, so itmight not be true to its origins - I’m sure<strong>Chinese</strong> chefs don’t use tomato ketchupand golden syrup! - but it was all we had onboard at the time!Try and be really organised and haveeverything chopped, measured out andready to go as timing is essential in thisdish…IngredientsFor the noodles:1 packet of dry noodles1 onion, sliced4 tbsp soy sauce1 tbsp fish sauceFor the chicken:4 chicken breasts2 tbsp corn flour½ tsp salt1lt vegetable oilFor the sauce:3 tbsp vinegar1 green and 1 red pepper, cubed1 onion, diced1 small tin of pineapple rings, diced2 tbsp golden syrup4 tbsp tomato ketchup½ pint orange juice1 garlic clove, crushed2 tbsp corn flourStep 1 – make the noodles1. Fry the onion in a little vegetable oil for 2minutes. Cook noodles according to packetinstructions.2. Drain the noodles and add to the pan withthe soy and fish sauce and cook for a fewminutes.Step 2 – make the sauce1. Heat the vinegar, syrup, ketchup, orangejuice and garlic in a saucepan and bring tothe boil.2. Mix the corn flour with a little water,gradually adding to thicken the sauce.3. Add the peppers, onions and pineapple andsimmer gently for 5 minutes.Step 3 – make the chicken1. Heat the vegetable oil in a large wok orsaucepan.2. Dice the chicken breast into 1 inch cubes(approx) and toss in the corn flour and salt,coating the chicken evenly.3. Fry off the chicken in two batches forapprox 3 minutes and drain on kitchen paper– cut 1 piece in half to check if it’s cooked.Step 4 – serve and enjoy1. Serve the noodles and spoon over thesauce, then top with the crispy chicken.Neil can be found at Appetite within AbbeySports & Leisure Club, 70 Slater Street (off FrogIsland), Leicester, LE3 5AS. If you’ve got anyfeedback on this recipe, nutrition questions, orideas you’d like to share, why not email Neil onappetite@abbeysports.co.uk
Contents02 Seasonal Recipe03 <strong>Chinese</strong> <strong>New</strong> <strong>Year</strong>04 Contents06 What’s <strong>On</strong>08 Local Produce09 Know Your Pigs10 Creative Writing11 Care12 Charity Awareness13 Purr-fect Companion14 Equestrian19 The BritishShooting Show20 Boating 201123 Farncare Inspections24 <strong>Reflect</strong> Recommends26 The Great Outdoors28 <strong>Race</strong> <strong>Retro</strong>30 Leisure31 Homes
06 What’s <strong>On</strong>What’s <strong>On</strong>If you’re looking for something fun todo during February then look no further.<strong>Reflect</strong> have compiled a handy guide forwhat’s happening nationally and in yourarea this month...3rd<strong>Chinese</strong> <strong>New</strong> <strong>Year</strong>George’s Marvellous Medicine @ Theatre Royal3rd – 6th2ndMuch loved children’s author, Roald Dahl’s,amazing story is brought to life in this fantasticand fun production. George concocts a specialmedicine to cure his grandmother’s wickedtemper, but his new potion has some strangeside effects and incredible things start tohappen! Call 0115 989 5555 for tickets or visitthe website at www.royalcentre-nottingham.co.uk for full details.Destinations; The Holiday andTravel Show @ Earls Court, LondonCelebrate the most important day in the <strong>Chinese</strong> calendar and welcome in the<strong>Year</strong> of the Rabbit by letting off fireworks and visiting friends and relatives.Special events happening in London include live performances in Trafalgar Square,including lion troupes, and colourful firework displays in Leicester Square.Hope Valley Adventure FilmFestival @ Hope Valley College,Derbyshire12thStop being an armchair tourist and make 2011 the year you take the trip of alifetime. At the Destinations Show you can meet travel companies face-toface,get expert advice and tailor-make an adventure that will live up to all ofyour dreams. Now in its 17th year, the Show has become your one-stop shopfor all your holiday needs. Tickets are priced at £10 in advance, with childrenunder 12 admitted free. Reignite your passion for travel by visitingwww.destinationsshow.com14thSt Valentine’s DayIdeal for those with a love for outdoor adventure, this special eventfeatures a packed schedule, including many films, activities, lectures andphotography sessions, which all aim to entertain and inspire.For the full list of events, go to www.hvaff.co.ukNamed after the Patron Saint ofLove and celebrated by manypeople throughout the world,St Valentine’s Day is the traditionalday for couples to express theirlove for each other by sendingcards, presents and flowers.
<strong>Reflect</strong> <strong>Magazine</strong>: sponsored byHume Equine Services Ltd 01573 47071818thLight Night Festival @NottinghamNottingham’s city centre will be brought to life with a series of after darkevents, including light installations, pyrotechnics, entertainment and culturalattractions. It’s free and is suitable for the whole family.Visit www.nottinghamcity.gov.uk to find out more.The UK’s biggest and best wedding event promises to offer a glamorous dayout for all you brides-to-be. With over 250 different exhibitors, it offers theultimate shopping experience and thousands of inspirational ideas to ensureyour big day lives up to all your dreams. From venues and photographers,florists to honeymoon destinations, there’s everything you need all underone roof. Visit www.nationalweddingshow.co.uk to find out more or call0844 581 1404 to book tickets.07The National WeddingShow @ Olympia, London18th – 20th18th – 20thThe Baby Show @ ExCel, London22nd – 26thYes, Prime Minister @Theatre Royal, NottinghamBoasting unbeatable shopping opportunities,expert advice and great entertainment, TheBaby Show returns to London this February.Get great savings on thousands of products,try items before you buy and learn all youneed to know from baby experts, includingmidwives and health professionals. The Showis open daily from 9.30am to 5.30pm. Discovermore at www.thebabyshow.co.uk or call0871 231 0844.After a hugely successful West End run, Yes, Prime Minister comes toNottingham. Having reunited for an anniversary production, the originalwriters of the popular BBC 1 TV series promise plenty of laughs. Featuringas Richard McCabe as Prime Minister Jim Hacker and Simon Williams asCabinet Secretary Sir Humphrey Appleby, it’s one show that’s not to bemissed. Find out more at www.theatreroyal.co.uk or call the Box Office on0844 811 2121.22nd – 27thThe Boat and CaravanShow @ NEC, Birmingham28thFairtrade FortnightCelebrating its 50th birthday, The Boat and Caravan Show is back with oldfavourites and brand new features. The perfect day out for those who love to getout on the water and explore the great outdoors, the Show promises plenty of fun,including a canoe and kayak pool and the Rangemaster Cookery Theatre, plus lotsof boat, caravan, motorhome and tent displays.Head to www.boatandcaravan.co.uk to find out more about what’s on or call0844 581 3000 for tickets.Running until the 13th March, Fairtrade Fortnight is the FairtradeFoundation’s biggest annual campaign and aims to highlight the differencebuying Fairtrade makes to producers around the world. From cotton tocoffee, choosing products with the Fairtrade mark allows the poorest,weakest producers to secure better prices for their goods and helps toaddress the injustices of conventional trade. Go to www.fairtrade.org.uk todiscover more about the Fairtrade Foundations.
08 Local ProduceBeccles Farmer’s MarketBeccles Farmer’s Market was launchedby two local farming families in theMillennium year and has gone fromstrength to strength and continues to beone of the largest in the area.The market takes place at BecclesHeliport, just off the B1127, under thevast roof of the WW2 hangar whichprovides a unique market atmosphere,keeping customers dry as they shop andchat with the producers who are only toohappy to explain about their productionmethods and offer samples.Tantalise YourTaste BudsLocally produced beef, pork, lamb, venison,poultry, fish, cooked meats, artisan icecream, seasonal fruits and vegetables, fruitjuices, cakes, bread, pies, eggs, jams, pickles,beer, wine, plants and assorted local crafts.The café area provides a welcome drink,home-made cakes, beef burgers, sausageand bacon rolls.Come and experience fresh tasty localproduce at the market which is held onthe 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month,9am until 1pm. You will be supportingyour local family producers and thecommunity.Further details available atwww.becclesfarmersmarket.co.ukGreat Britain is a great nation, especially when it comes to food. Our taste buds havedeveloped over the years and we’re now enjoying a wide range of cuisines right onour doorstep. Indian, Italian, Mexican, Spanish, French, Turkish, Greek and <strong>Chinese</strong>dishes are no longer delicacies; they’re an essential part of modern-day British diets.Before these mouth-watering foods hit our shores, we still had a fantastic taste forfood. Melt-in-the-mouth fish and chunky chips, succulent roast beef and tantalisingtrifle and custard are traditional British foods that have been enjoyed for centuries.As Great Britain is an island, we have an abundance of sea and coastline to exploreand catch hundreds of tasty varieties of fish. East Anglia produces some of thecountry’s finest fish including Cromer Crabs. Samphire, a kind of sea asparagus, isa wonderful Norfolk delicacy found along the north Norfolk coast. This is deliciousdipped in garlic butter or vinegar! Scotland is also a fantastic place for seafood. Withhundreds of rivers feeding the North Sea, Atlantic Ocean and Irish Sea, Scotlandproduces the country’s finest crop of salmon. Scottish salmon even has its own ‘sealof approval’, known as the Tartan Quality Mark.The home of Cadbury’s and Walkers Crisps, the Midlands produce a diverse rangeof foods due to the diversity of the land. Fertile fields, rural grasslands and fantasticroad links all contribute towards the excellence of the produce from the heart ofBritain. A variety of cheeses are also produced in the Midlands including DerbyCheese, Shropshire Blue, Red Leicester and Stilton, which was originally produced ina small village in Huntingdonshire.The best way to experience food is to get cooking. Cooking from scratch is notonly fun, it’s cheaper than buying ready-made meals. It’s also healthier, as you canuse fresh, seasonal ingredients, steamed or grilled to perfection. If you’re not surewhat to cook, pick up a cook book from any good book store and get cooking;alternatively, turn to page 2 to have a go at making our great seasonal recipe.In recent years, where our food comes from and how it is produced has becomesomething consumers are aware of, which is why so many restaurants have takengreater care in where they buy their food from and how they cook it. The carbonemissions used to transport your food from field to plate are known as carbonmiles, and keeping these low not only limits your impact on the environment, butalso supports local farmers and producers.So, whenever you’re out, enjoying a meal with your family, we’d like to encourageyou to choose somewhere that supports local producers.craft cideroriginated fromthe old millwoodnewtonJOLLYDALE RLocallyproducedenjoyed by all...West street, stamford01780 762245order a special 12 bottle taster casedry/medium/sweetwww.jollydalecyder.com
<strong>Reflect</strong> <strong>Magazine</strong>: sponsored byHume Equine Services Ltd 01573 470718Know Your Pigs 09Gull Meadow PedigreeBerkshire PigsIxworth hens and farmyard poultry.The Berkshire is a medium-sized blackpig. It has wonderful temperament; happy,friendly and inquisitive. They makeexcellent mothers and are noted for theirmeat quality and flavour.Our Berkshire pigs are outdoor born andreared, and range freely. Their naturalforaging is supplemented with integritypreserved non-GM feed. Stock is BPA birthnotified and orders taken for weaners andregistered breeding stock.Eggs are provided by our free to roamwarren hens who are fed as natural a dietas possible, the mainstay of which is aGM-free layers pellet. With their sunshineyellow yolks they complement bacon and/or ham deliciously.Famryard born and reared Ixworthchickens are avaible from our pedigreebredding trio. A handsome and gentle largewhite bird that is good for the table.Contact Gull Meadow on 07516 480743(Essex)No withheld calls.The Ryebank HerdRyebankPigs isfocused onproviding high-quality breeding stock,weaners for growing on and of coursefantastic pork from our herd of freerange,rare breed Berkshire pigs.We like to sell our pedigree piglets allbirth notified at 8-10 weeks either forfattening or preferably for enthusiastswho want to start keeping pigs forbreeding and to other breeders whowish to add to their breed lines.Currently we have two breeding sows,both Royal Lustre and a Lady Gilt whoshould be ready for her first litter soon.Tel: 01939 232210Web: www.ryebankpigs.co.uk3 Ryebank, Wem, Shrewsbury,Shropshire, SY4 5QXThis Little PiggyWent To Market...From growing fruit and veg to keepingchickens, more and more people arebecoming self-sufficient. If you want to goone step further than growing vegetablesand your property has ample space, whynot think about setting up a smallholdingand investing in some livestock. For thosewho are new to the smallholding lifestyle,there are numerous courses that you cango on to ensure you’re fully prepared tocare for any, and every, animal you chooseto invest in.Pigs are an ideal choice for smallholdersas they are not at risk from predators,as chickens are, and they can easily bepenned. As porkers can be ready for thebutcher at just six months old, you’ll beenjoying sizzling bacon and succulentjoints of pork before you know it. Thereare many different breeds you can chooseto rear, including the Berkshire, BritishSaddleback, Gloucestershire Old Spots andthe Mangalitza.Before you introduce pigs to yoursmallholding, there are a number ofprocedures you must follow. The AnimalWelfare Act 2006 states that owners areresponsible for meeting the welfare needsof their animals, including providing asuitable environment in which to live anda suitable diet, and to be protected frompain, injury, suffering and disease.Even if you are planning to keep just onepig as a pet it is essential that you registeras a keeper with Defra – Department forEnvironment, Food and Rural Affairs – andcorrectly identify your livestock, as thegovernment have to be kept informed ofthe location of all pigs, sheep and cowsin the event of a disease outbreak. <strong>On</strong>ceyour pigs have arrived you must provideyour local Animal Health Office (AHO) withyour CHP number and they will then issueyou with a herd mark and a registrationdocument with your personal details.Whilst all these rules and regulations mayseem a little daunting if you’re lookingto become a pig keeper for the first time,they’re simply designed to put your pigs’welfare first.Gloucester Old Spots –A Delicious Rare BreedWith many years’ experience in pig keeping, JoyceSpackman knows a thing or two about rearing andbreeding. Having worked at the RVC’s pig unit priorto 1960, Joyce has always kept pigs and establishedher small herd of Gloucester Old Spots in 1985 –the oldest spotted pedigree breed in the world.A founder member of the Gloucester Old SpotsPig Breeders Club, a group established in 1990 topromote these pigs and assist breeders, Joyce ispassionate about the breed. She says: “They’re verydocile animals, which makes them very easy to handle.The Gloucester Old Spots is also an attractive pig withtheir spots, you’re never sure what markings you’re goingto end up with and of course, the meat is lovely!”Joyce’s pigs are based on a family-run mixed stockfarm, based near Ware, Hertfordshire, and areloose-housed within straw yards during the winter.Very little medication is used during the rearingprocess, only routine worming, and the herdis made up of just one boar and six sows, whoproduce, on average, two litters a year, as Joyceexplains: “Most people who rear rare breed pigs tendto focus on just a small number; personally six sows andone boar is the most I can manage, as our farm alsoproduces beef, sheep and turkey. As each sow producestwo litters and an average of 10 to 15 piglets per litter,I find they keep me very busy throughout the year.”Bloodlines differ in every breed; on the femaleside of the Gloucester Old Spots, the bloodlinesthat Joyce currently breeds include Princess Joan,Princess Mary and Star Antoinette, whilst allGloucester boars are one of four bloodlines, withJoyce’s being a Gerald.The majority of the farm’s Gloucester Old Spotsare sold as pedigree stock at around eight weeks toprivate customers, whilst the rest go for fatteningand are used for their tasty pork. Joyce says: “All ourpigs are sold privately to regular customers who mainlyfind us through word of mouth. I like to think we havea very good reputation locally and I think that oncesomeone has found they are happy with our pigs theytend to come back time and time again. Our customersare happy with the pigs they receive and with the price,but they also know that I’m happy to offer advice andhelp with any problems they may have.”AB Spackman, Standon Green End Farm, High Cross,Ware, Hertfordshire, SG11 1BW01920 438232 | je.spackman@btinternet.com
10 Creative WritingWrite What You KnowA wise person once said ‘to write well,write what you know’. This is sound advice.Writing about what you know will help youraudience to relate to your piece as well asidentify with you as an author.Writing fiction allows your imagination towander and your juices to flow, but makesure your story has a well planned structureand your story will write itself. The best plotsdevelop from well-structured characters sodon’t neglect your storytellers – make sureyou give them an interesting life.Also, when writing a novel, the mostimportant pages are the first and last. Thebeginning needs to make the reader wantto continue and the end needs to satisfyyour audience by tying up every looseend. It’s important to introduce your maincharacters as soon as possible; you canexplain their background as you get furtherinto the book.To write a non-fiction publication, youmust be well versed in your subject matterfor obvious reasons. The introductoryparagraph must inform the reader of thesubject matter of your article and theclosing paragraph must sum up yourconclusions.However, just writing about what you knowwon’t challenge you. Step outside yourcomfort zone once in a while and writeabout something you know nothing about.Make sure you do your research first!Finally, get a friend or relative to readthrough any drafts to ensure your spelling,punctuation and grammar is spot on beforeyou send your draft off to publishers. Itcould be the difference between being astruggling author and a published one.Koestler Trustarts by offendersNow recruiting:Volunteer Writing MentorsThe Koestler Trust is the UK’s best-knownprison arts charity. We award, exhibit and sellartworks by offenders, detainees and highsecurity patients. We have been running ouraward scheme since 1962 and our awardsattract nearly 6,000 entries every year.We are looking to recruit professionalcreative writers, poets and playwrights tomentor some of Koestler’s most talentedentrants.The successful candidates will provide 10mentoring sessions over a 12-month period.We will give you full training, support andcover expenses, but it will be your energyand arts expertise that will guide thesetalented writers to reach their full potential.To find out more or to apply please contactVikki on 02087 400579 orvelliott@koestlertrust.org.uk or visitwww.koestlertrust.org.uk to download anapplication pack.Interviews and training: April 2011Koestler Arts Centre,168a Du Cane Road, London W12 0TXRegistered Charity No.1105759,Company Limited by Guarantee,Registered in England No. 04961363Get Inspired At SwanwickWriters’ Summer SchoolWith inspiring guest speakers and expertly taughtworkshops, Swanwick Writers’ Summer School willignite the imagination of hundreds of writers this Augustduring a six-day programme of events. Whether you’rean amateur with a keen interest in learning how to writeor a professional with more than 40 novels to yourname, Swanwick’s warm and welcoming atmosphereoffers a great opportunity to meet likeminded people,share ideas and learn more about the craft.Taking up residency at the Hayes Conference Centre,Derbyshire, from the 13th to 19th August, the event isdesigned to help writers build and renew their existingwriting skills, whilst establishing lifelong friendships withfellow writers.Believed to be the longest running writers’ school inthe UK, the Summer School started life in 1949 as anannual get-together for writers from around the country,who would descend on Swanwick to discuss ideasand enjoy talks from a range of well-known speakers.Attracting guests of all ages and from all walks of life,the Summer School quickly took on a life of its ownand more than 60 years on it has grown into an annualmust-attend event for writers.Chairman, Dr Xanthe Wells, attended and taught atthe Summer School for several years before taking onher current role. She says: “The School offers a totalexperience: you won’t get the Swanwick sensationanywhere else. I think that’s why so many of our writersattend every year. There’s a real community spirit here;you’re surrounded by likeminded people who reallycare about writing. It’s not just about learning how towrite, it’s also about loving writing and sharing yourwriting experiences with people who truly understandand want you to succeed.”With informative workshops to teach you how to turnyour life experiences into an accomplished pieceof work and creative courses that will help yourcharacters come to life, Swanwick 2011 promises anunforgettable experience.Dr Wells adds: “This year we’ve focused onincorporating more contemporary aspects into theprogramme, such as science fiction and horror, aswell as maintaining the more traditional genres. Theretruly is something for everyone. The speakers this yearare also incredible, with Iain Banks in interview onthe Saturday and Kate Mosse closing the event on theThursday.”Comfortable full-board accommodation is availableonsite for the full week and day tickets are alsoavailable for local residents. The School is currentlyrunning its annual competition for budding writers towin their way to Swanwick. Full details, along with thelist of events taking place, can be viewed atwww.swanwickwritersschool.co.ukFor more information, call 01292 442786 or emailsecretary@swanwickwritersschool.co.uk
<strong>Reflect</strong> <strong>Magazine</strong>: sponsored byHume Equine Services Ltd 01573 470718Care 11Poor Servants of theMother of GodWomen of Hope at the Service of LifeHave you found what you are looking for?I know the plans I have for you, says the Lord, plansfor your welfare...to give you a future with hope.(Jeremiah 29:11)If you would like to explore your plans more fully contact:Sister Mary Forrest SMG, 70 Euston Square (Eversholt St),London NW1 1DJT: 0207 3875855 E: info3@psmgs.orgwww.poorservants.com
12 Charity AwarenessDo Your BitAt the start of 2005, there were over200,000 registered charities in the UK,and that number has been growing eversince. All are worthy causes who aim tohelp those who are less fortunate than us;some are dedicated to helping vulnerableindividuals, whilst others work tirelessly tolook after sick, abandoned and unwantedanimals.If you’re determined to make 2011 theyear you do something worthwhile, thenwhy not consider donating to charity.Whether you’ve got a few pounds to spareor can afford to donate a regular amountevery month, there are thousands ofcharities that rely on donations alone forsurvival. As many charities are strugglingto get by, it’s time we made a real effort tohelp these good causes.So, when was the last time you donatedto charity? According to research carriedout by the Charity Commission, more thanhalf of all the 178,858 charities and charitysubsidiary groups in England and Waleshave been affected by the recession andare facing an ongoing battle to survive.Carr HouseRescue CentreWe are a small rescue centre that provides a safehaven for rescue dogs of all ages. Whilst in our careevery dog receives the very best care, attention andlove whilst we search for loving families to re-home thedogs. We are constantly seeking new loving homes forour rescue dogs. If you feel that you could provide ahome for one of our dogs, you can either give us a callon 01482 701738 or pop into our centre.We are open 9am to 4pm, 7 days a week.We seek a minimum donation of £40 for re-homing our dogs.Former Carr House Rescue Dog wins at Discover Dogs Event.Allow us to introduce you to Jezz, a rescue dogthat we rehomed to Carole Sandry of Welwick in2002. He was at that time very nervous, but thecare and attention Carole has given him, andthe training from ‘Ryehill Dog Training Centre’ hasturned him into a ‘top’ dog. He won ‘Best RescueDog 2006’, ‘Best in Show’ and ‘Companion Dog2006’ at the Kennel Club’s Discover Dogs eventat Earls Court in London. He is registered with theKennel Club for obedience and a registered ‘Pat’dog, who visits infirm, elderly people to lighten their lives.Donation FormI would like to make a donation of £ and enclose a cheque/postal ordermade payable to Carr House Rescue Centre.Please fill in your contact details below...Name:Address:Tel:Email:As a direct result of the credit crunch,donations have plummeted to alarmingdepths and a survey conducted by thecharity regulator has shown that thenumber of charities affected had jumpedto 52% from just 38% in September2009 (www.charity-commission.gov.uk).Two years on we may be officially outof recession, but many charities are stilldeeply concerned about the decrease inincome and the impact this will have onnot just their work, but also the servicesthey provide in the future.Alternatively, you could organise asponsored event, a car boot sale or acoffee morning to help raise money foryour chosen charity or give up some ofyour time to help out and there are manygood causes that are desperate for ahelping hand.Helping out and doing your bit won’t justbenefit these charities and organisations,by donating your time and money you canalso reap the rewards and feel good aboutyourself throughout 2011.Please return this form to Carr House Rescue Centre,East Carr Road, Hull, East Yorkshire, HU8 9LPCapricorn Animal Rescue came into being in1983, we take in all types of animals and birdsand currently have over two hundred animalsand birds at the Sanctuary, consisting offorty-two different types. We are a smallcharity although we take in animals from awide area, and try never to refuse to helpan animal that needs our help. We are runentirely by volunteers, some help care for theanimals at the Sanctuary and some help withthe fundraising, which is one of our biggestproblems, because we are a small charity, weare overlooked by the big companies whochoose a charity for a year and then fundraise and support their chosen charity.We take in, rehabilitate and re-home over2,000 animals each year, including wildlifewhich we release when recovered. Withsoaring veterinary costs, feed costs, etc andwith less money coming into the SanctuaryDonation FormHappyDogsIn the UK, estimates suggest there are over7 million dogs. Whilst most are cared forby their adopted owners, some peopleabuse the loyalty and trust freely given by‘man’s best friend’. Abandoned and abused,some dogs are victims to the darker sideof human nature, sadly believing thatthis is how life with a human is. Thanks toHappy Dogs, many dogs are saved froma life of distress and abuse and given thelove, attention and home that every dogdeserves.Please contact;LynsHappyDogs@gmail.comor call 01425 477676www.happydogsrescue.co.ukCapricorn Animal Rescuebecause of the recession, we are finding itvery difficult to cope. We have a charity shop,organise jumble sales, coffee evenings, dogshows, and some sponsored events, but it isnever enough. We have just replaced the oldkennels with a new unit which means we cannow cater for more dogs, we have plans for anew cattery being built, and new ferret unitsbut we are fast running out of money.There are more and more animals beingabandoned, and there is a notable increasein abandoned animals needing veterinarytreatment, which is pushing up ourveterinary bills. We ensure that all ferrets,rabbits, cats and dogs are neutered, dogs andcats are inoculated, Identichipped, wormedand flea treated as well as being insuredwhen they are adopted, this way we knowthat they have a good start when they go totheir new homes.I would like to make a donation of £ and enclose a cheque/postal order made payable to Capricorn Animal Rescue.Please fill in your contact details below...Name:Address:Tel:Email:Please return this form to Capricorn Animal Rescue,Pades Wood, Nr Mold, Flintshire, CH7 4HZ
<strong>Reflect</strong> <strong>Magazine</strong>: sponsored byHume Equine Services Ltd 01573 470718Purr-fect Companion 13The IdealCompanionFeature by Emilyjo GarsideCleasanta NorwegianForest CatsMilton Keynes, BucksThe Norwegian Forest Cat is an ancientbreed, evolved naturally in cold, adverseclimates. During the winter they naturallydevelop a dense and warm undercoatwhich complements its flowing waterproofovercoat to provide the perfect protectionfor this harsh climate. They became thestrong, muscular farm cats of Scandinavia,perfectly suited to their environment withtheir double coats, lynx tips, snowshoes anda unique ability to climb headfirst downtrees!! A strong but elegant cat, standinghigh on the hind legs with a friendly andintelligent nature.Beautiful, sociable kittens in various coloursoccasionally available to good homes. Allkittens are reared in the home and are fullyvaccinated, micro-chipped, registered andinsured before they leave us.Stud & kitten enquiries to:Ian & Fiona HermonTel: 01908 642115Email: Cleasanta@btinternet.comWeb: www.cleasanta.comLesley WinderChubbemupBritish ShorthairsSpecialising in the beautiful Black,Golden Tipped and Colourpoints withover 16 years breeding experience.Our kittens are all born andlovingly raised in our home. Theyare well handled, friendly andvery affectionate. They will leavehere with certified pedigree, GCCFregistered, vaccinated & PetplanInsured. Microchipping if requested.All my girls and boys live outside ina no expense spared 5 - star large,luxury pens with giant climbingframes and large cat trees tocreate fabulous play areas.My Black and Golden Tipped boys aresometimes available for Stud.www.chubbemupbritishshorthair.co.uk01302 759592 / 07769 696590The benefits of owning a pet are enormous, asthey can help to keep you happy and healthy.In fact, research has shown that pet ownersare much healthier than those who choosenot to care for an animal. According to the PetHealth Council, studies have shown that thosewho own a pet have lower levels of cholesteroland lower blood pressure (http://www.pethealthcouncil.co.uk/About-Us/People-and-Pets-Stress-Busting.html).Before embarking on such a big commitment it’s vital that you do your research.If you’re looking to purchase a new pet right now, it’s important to work outwhat sort of pet would be right for you and your family. Adventurous andlargely independent, cats are the ideal choice for those with limited time todevote to their pet. Whilst they enjoy a bit of fuss, most cats are happy to pleasethemselves the majority of the time, allowing you to enjoy the benefits ofowning a pet without the walking and cleaning that comes with caring for otheranimals. However, it is essential to consider the responsibility you are taking onbefore making the long-term commitment to care for any animal.Whilst Britain’s big freeze may be over for now, the RSPCA are urging people tobe wary of the effects of using antifreeze and are calling on both the public andmanufacturers to ensure that this winter does not have fatal consequences forcats.Following the tragic case of five cats dying in from antifreeze poisoning onthe same day in Norwich on 30th December, the charity is renewing its pleafor the public to take extra care when using antifreeze. The chemical ethyleneglycol, found in some household brands of antifreeze, has potentially lethalconsequences when ingested by cats and the RSCPA have seen many casesacross the country where cats are believed to have been poisoned by antifreeze.In recent years, the RSPCA has dealt with more and more cases of antifreezepoisoning in cats, who seem to enjoy the taste of this ingredient. Sadly, cats cansoon suffer agonising deaths if they eat or drink it and cases have soared since2007 when just 41 calls were made by concerned members of the public. In2009, that number rocketed to 259 and by last November alone, 248 calls hadalready been made to the RSPCA.The public should take extra care when using antifreeze to avoid spillagesor leaks as cats may lap it up, either neat or when water coolant leaks fromcar radiators. Left over antifreeze and water coolant should also be disposedresponsibly. The safest way is to take it in a suitable container to a council refusesite which should have facilities for disposing of hazardous fluids.
ProducQuaYoungst14 EquestrianFeature by Rochelle TaTheir beautiful, grand appearanceand friendly nature make them amuch loved animal with both adultsand children alike. However, owning ahorse can be a costly business, as wellas a huge commitment, and thereforeit’s vital you do your researchbefore taking such a huge step. Theaverage life expectancy of a horsein 27 years, according to Horse andHound, making them a long-termcommitment.Finding the perfect horse is theultimate dream for the majorityof riders, but one which requiresa lot of time and effort. Whetheryou’re looking for a horse simplyfor pleasure, for hacking, hunting,dressage, gymkhana, or even carriagedriving, there are hundreds of breedsto choose from and it’s so importantfor the right horse to be paired withthe right rider.
<strong>Reflect</strong> <strong>Magazine</strong>: sponsored byMolineux 07813 36772515inglityersylor-SmithHanoverians are a popular choice forcompetition in all aspects from dressageto eventing, bred for type temperamentand ability they are usually very successfulin the ring with trainable attitudes.However, if you’re an experienced ownerand are looking to breed your horse, thedecisions are equally as tough. Bringing upa foal can be a very attractive idea but ifyou haven’t owned one before, you shouldbe aware that there is a lot of hard work,time and effort, not to mention expense,involved.Matching the right stallion to the rightmare is essential when looking toproduce a quality, athletic, even temperedyoungster. Choosing a stallion is a decisionthat should not be taken lightly and onethat should only be considered once youare confident your mare is suitable forbreeding. Ideally, she should have goodconformation, be in good health and havesound temperament. A stallion shouldalso be in good health and have a soundtemperament, however, something thatis equally as important to consider is thetype of youngstock you are looking toproduce.In producing competition stock, it is vitalto use a quality proven stallion from asuitable breed. A warmblood with goodEuropean lines are a popular choice,however, there are also a number ofquality Irish Sports Horses currently inthe circuit, competing successfully in alldisciplines.The most important aspects to look for ina stallion are not the number of rosettesand trophies they have accumulated;temperament and health are paramountin producing a sound, healthy and happycompetition prospect. These aspectsshould be considered seriously, alongsidethe stallion’s records and progeny, in orderto gain a better understanding of whichqualities your foal may inherit.With regards to youngstock, weaning isone of the most important processes inevery horse’s life and if it is done too earlyor abruptly it can severely damage a horsepsychologically. If you want to breed asuccessful showjumper or eventer it isimportant to wean your foal with as littlestress as possible and no earlier than sixmonths.When it comes to backing and training ata later age, there are quite a few optionsto consider. If you are experienced enoughyou can do it yourself, but a helping handwill never go amiss. Another option is tohire a professional. However, be sure toget as much information as possible andreferences to ensure they are up to thejob as any problems that occur later canbe hard to rectify. By going to a reputabletrainer and established professional, youcan ensure that your horse will be correctlytrained and comfortable with the saddle.However, do be aware that your horse willstill be very green and will need furthertraining with an experienced rider, as wellas consistency, in order to be successfuland happy.If you want to compete at a high level,or at any level in fact, a healthy horse isparamount. Regular health checks and upto-datevaccinations are a must, and evenlittle things like wearing sports boots canprotect your horse’s tendons – somethingthey cannot work without.Horse ownership is a big commitment,whether you’re a first time owner, or anexperienced owner; time, money andpatience are all required so buying a horseneeds some serious consideration.SPECIALIZED SADDLESWe are the sole UK agents forSpecialized Saddles - an exciting newsaddling system that allows you tobecome involved in adjusting thesaddle fit to maximise comfort forhorse and rider.Specialized Saddles were developedin the USA for endurance horses andthe concept has now been expandedto provide options for mostdisciplines on a lightweightWestern tree.For more information on the fullrange, prices and special offers onin-stock saddles, please contact Alan.Introducingour totallyWestern RangeGwarglwydeth, <strong>New</strong> Inn,Pencader, Carms, SA39 9BETel: 01559 384481www.specializedsaddles.co.ukClip Clop TradersQuality Irish HorsesHand picked for temperament and abilityHUGO 16.1hh quality m/w well marked Irish sport horse. Six years.Really jumps schooled x/c and we are currently hunting him.A very good hunter, very light on his feet. Snaffle mouth, bravechap, plenty of ability. Super temperament, nice to handle.Great horse to work with, so easy. Nice safe responsive ride.Cracking allrounder/jumper/hunter. Bombproof hack alone/company - really nice horse! Price - £4,000 no offers.ROSSLANE LAD 16hh upstanding maxi cob, 5 years.Great step, good conformation and riding very well.Quiet to ride, jumping small course of fences and schooled x/c,currently hacking alone/company. Clean limbs, great cob formaxicob classes 2011. Pics dont do him justice, real smasher tonspotential! Currently hunting! Price -£6,500 ono.PATRICK 15hh full up l/w cob gelding, 7 years, unusually marked.Done 3 weeks in riding school and good hack. Jumps small courseof fences. Very quiet to ride, nice temperament, nice all-rounder.Price - £3,000 no offers.BOUJIS 16hh, 10 years gelding by CUMANO.Outstanding young riders or amateurs horse up to and inc 1.30Emmas showjumper! Seen at Arena UK! Please call Emma forfurther details. No time wasters please for this super horse.Price - to be advisedYou can reach Emma by any of the following methods.By tel: 01323 811094 or mob: 07843 391505 or email: emma@clipcloptraders.co.ukwww.clipcloptraders.co.uk Sussex
16 EquestrianCarriden Sports HorsesQuality FoalsAre Their GoalsA small specialist stud business, situated on theoutskirts of Turriff amidst the beautiful Aberdeenshirecountryside, Carriden Sports Horses’ aim is to producemodern sports horses of the highest quality. Bred fromtop bloodlines, Carriden’s horses combine excellenttemperaments with superb ability.Specialising in the breeding and development ofHanoverian Dressage Horses, Carriden Sports Horses,owned by Christine Macmillan and Stewart Adams, focusnot only on the stallion but the mother-line, as theybelieve this to be the foundation of a quality foal andfuture prospect. Carriden’s mother-line broodmares alsocarry some of the most exciting performance names,thus they can offer some excellent all round futureprospects in either jumping or dressage.For several years, the Carriden team have travelled toGermany in order to select their broodmare bloodlinesand view for themselves the stallions, their respectiveoffspring and their development. Carriden Sports HorseStud has now built up a network of professional contactsthus ensuring they breed not only from top performancestallions, but from mother-lines, to provide the essentialqualities sought after in the Hanoverian Dressage Horse– namely conformation, temperament and elasticity ofmovement.Christine says: “Our aim is to ensure that we producehigh calibre youngstock from consistently top performingstallions, which will exhibit excellent conformation, combinesuperb elasticity with elegance in movement, sound confidenttemperaments and an enthusiasm for life. We believe thatour foals have the potential to make your dreams cometrue.”In addition to quality foals, Carriden Sports Horses oftenhave quality youngstock, broodmares, riding horses andsports horses, in both dressage and jumping, for sale.A full sales listing, including details of parentage, can befound on the company’s website.Carriden Sports Horses regularly receive fantasticfeedback about the quality of their stock:“I bought Delanuee totally unseen from Christine andStewart, when she arrived she was exactly, if not better, thandescribed. I am thrilled with her and am very much lookingforward to breeding with her in the future. Christine hasbeen nothing other than helpful and honest throughout and Iwould definitely deal with them again.”“I would like to express a warm thanks to Christine andStewart for bringing Hohenzetti into my life! She is everythingthey promised and more...”“I have purchased Solomon from Carriden Sports Horsesand he has proven to be everything promised by Christineand Stewart. He is developing into a fantastic young manwith impeccable manners and temperament. I am so lookingforward to backing him this spring and beginning competingwith him. Thank you Carriden Sports Horses for selling methis fabulous young man, I am now looking forward to turningmy dreams into reality!”Carriden Sports Horses is based 35 minutes fromAberdeen airport, where Christine will pick you up andreturn you for your flights. Flights are regularly availableto Aberdeen from most UK and many Europeanairports.Go to www.carridensportshorses.com to find out moreor email stewartadams400@btinternet.com01888 563948 | 07891 026420Carriden Sports Horse StudBennachie View CroftForglen, TurriffAberdeenshireAB53 4JT
<strong>Reflect</strong> <strong>Magazine</strong>: sponsored byMolineux 07813 36772517Arena UK LtdWith thrillingeventstaking placethroughoutthe year, topfacilities anda 560-acresite, Arena UKwas <strong>Reflect</strong>’snumber onechoice for ourCertificate of Recognition for BestEquestrian Venue. As Lincolnshire’sbiggest and most exciting equestrianarena, Arena UK offers visitors anunrivalled opportunity to see the verybest in show jumping, dressage andcross country.Based in Grantham, this wellestablishedevents venue was takenover by Lauren Humphries in 2005,who strives to offer visitors an excitingand unique equestrian experience.To discover more about the first-classfacilities and exciting events takingplace at Arena UK, visitwww.arenauk.orgAlternatively, contact Arena UKdirectly on 01476 591569 or emailarenauk@hotmail.comArena UK, Allington, Grantham,Lincolnshire, NG32 2EFEve Dymond -White ArtistSelf-taught artistEve has been paintingfor many years and hassold well over 2,000works. Her interestsin life are reflected inher works; the countryside, fields sports,hunting and animal portraits.Eve works on commission. She specialisesin painting horses, old time farming andheavy horses.She has illustrated many children’s books,painted stage scenery and murals. Oil isher main medium but she also works inblack and white and acrylics.Eve Dymond - WhiteThe Toll House, Station Road,Moretonhampstead,Devon, TQ13 8NQTel: 01647 441108UK HanoveriansHome of DimaggioWorld Breeding Champion2000 - Keystone DimaggioDressage Stallion Champion -Keystone WalentinoBWBS Supreme Champion2004 - Keystone RhondeoYoungstock from our and other topstallions also available.Contact Suzanne Lavandera on07802 363858Email: ukhanoverians@btinternet.comWeb: www.uk-hanoverians.co.ukThe Perfect HorseFrom MolineuxKylix UK LtdExcellence In Equestrian ProductsStocking an extensive range of solariumsand horse exercisers, Kylix UK Ltdspecialise in high quality equestrianproducts.Kylix UK Ltd was established in May 2004by Giles Palmer, who has blended histechnical and equine knowledge to createa range of equestrian products offeringsuperior features and safety. Debbie Crawle,of Kylix, says: “Giles’ wife had been trainingin Belgium where they had this equipmentinstalled, she asked if they had an agent in theUK and they had not so Kylix UK was born.”Developed and created with input fromprofessional riders, Kylix’s advancedequestrian solutions are guaranteed toprovide you with the confidence that youare buying the best available products. Theextensive range of solariums and horseexercisers are all technically developed topromote safety and practicality for you andyour horse. Having undergone rigoroustesting, their products provide optimumperformance at competitive prices.The team at Kylix have many years’experience of keeping, training andcompeting horses and are dedicated tocreating quality equine products. Theirsolarium and washroom equipment areamongst the most popular and uniqueproducts available from Kylix, but thecomplete range also includes treadmills,sound equipment, radio training systems,security systems and stable accessories.Kylix also have several new products in thepipeline for later this year.When asked why customers should chooseKylix’s products over other rival companies,Debbie says: “We are one of only a few UKbased companies supplying these productsand we only have the horse’s safety and bestinterest at heart.”For more information on all theproducts available, visitwww.kylixuk.co.ukAlternatively, contact the teamdirectly on 01799 542137 or emailsales@kylixuk.co.ukBased in Driffield, east Yorkshire, MolineuxCompetition and Livery Yard is a familyrunbusiness that prides itself on happyand healthy horses and an honest, friendlyatmosphere. Established by Toni Molineuxin 1999, Molineux Competition and LiveryYard has a number of livery optionsavailable, as well as a number of ridinghorses and youngstock for sale.Toni told <strong>Reflect</strong>: “I started the livery yardin 1999, but my father-in-law has ownedand run this farm since 1959. He’s the onethat’s been breeding competition horses forso long, but in recent years, I’ve taken overthe breeding side of the business. I’ve beenaround horses since I was two-years-old soit’s in my blood. I’m so passionate horses andtheir welfare is my number one priority. Thelivery yard started life as a rehabilitation unitfor ex-race horses; although it’s grown fromthere, I still place a horse’s welfare aboveanything else and strive to match riders andhorses perfectly.”• Livery - as an established livery yard,Molineux has an excellent reputation.Toni has a BSc in Equine Science and thetwo livery apprentices have not only beenaround horses since they were toddlers,they’ve also got Level II and Level IIINVQs in Horse Management and Care.• Horses - as well as livery, Molineuxalso breed and sell a wide range ofriding horses and ponies which includeeverything from first ridden and lead reinto top competition horses and hunters.Molineux has two stallions, Mr Edd andGwenfaes Owain Glyndwr, standing atstud producing fabulous stock.With such high quality riding horses andyoungstock for sale, <strong>Reflect</strong> have givenMolineux a great start to 2011 with aCertificate of Recognition for QualityCompetition Stock.T: 07813 367725 | E: tonimolineux@aol.com |W: www.molineuxyard.com
18 Equestrian<strong>On</strong> our front coverHume EquineServicesNon-Invasive– Accurate –AffordableQuick and easy to use,Hume Equine Services havedeveloped two reliable andaccurate pregnancy testingkits for those involved in thefield of equine reproduction.Established in 2008, Hume EquineServices have recently developed twodiagnostic products for detecting thepresence of a foal. Martin Pearson, ownerof the Kelso-based company, explainsthe origins of the product, he says: “I wasinvolved with the original development ofthe tests while working for another companyback in 1997. The original tests weredeveloped for a <strong>New</strong> Zealand company whohave been marketing them in NZ for the lastten years.”WeeFoal 38 can be used to diagnose and monitorthe pregnancy status of equines from 38 to 120 daysafter breeding. A single step equine test, WeeFoal38 tests for the presence of high levels of eCGswithin the mare’s urine and gives an accurate result.WeeFoal 120 is designed to diagnose and monitorpregnancy from 120 to 300 days after breeding,using the same methods and technology as WeeFoal38. Both tests are suitable for use with all horsebreeds, donkeys and zebras, and are ideal for usewhere palpation per rectum or internal ultrasoundscanning is not an option for miniature or smallermares.The products use lateral flow technology to analysea small sample of maternal urine for the presenceof metabolites of pregnancy specific steroids, whichare secreted by the developing fetal-placental units.Depending on your choice of test, the results will beavailable within five to 20 minutes, making them thequick and easy way to test for the presence of a foalwithout the aid of a veterinarian.Whilst there are several testing methods currentlyon the market, the tests available from Hume EquineServices are much easier to use, as Martin explains:“Our pregnancy testing kits are very accurate. In numberterms, we say at least 96% accurate, and having soldhundreds of test, this I believe, is a little conservative.The test can be done at ‘mare side’ unlike other testswhich require the presence of a vet and the sampleusually needs to be sent away to a laboratory beforeyou eventually get the result, and as they use urine, theyare totally non-invasive. They are suitable for all breedsof horses and donkeys, as well as llamas and camels,although admittedly, we don’t have much demand forcamels.”Hume Equine Services pride themselves on havingdeveloped a product that is easy for horse ownersto use themselves, as Martin explains: “The testmethod is simple; a small sample of urine from the mareis placed in the test cassette and a result is shown withinfive minutes. No special skills are required – you justhave to follow the instructions.”Hume Equine Services have recently developed abrand new product. Foalproof 38 is an accuratetesting kit especially designed for professionals.Martin says: “Foalproof 38 is a test which uses ablood sample, so these tests are to be sold only toveterinarians. We are setting up a separate website forthis and we expect to release the product in the spring.”A single Weefoal 38 is priced at £33.50 and theWeefoal 120 at £30, both are inclusive of postageand packaging. Hume Equine Services are currentlyholding their prices at 2010 level, however, as thecompany’s sales increase they are aiming to reducethese prices.When asked why consumers should choose HumeEquine Services’ products over any other, Martinreplies: “We are competitively priced; the alternative isa vet visit which will cost around £45+, but these testscan be done there and then, and there’s no waiting fordays for the results. We will also be launching more teststhis year aimed at the veterinary market, specifically forHorse Health, this will include a test for West Nile virus,as well as fertility indicator to assist breeding.”All products are availableto buy online atwww.foalproof.co.ukFor further details you cancontact Martin directly on01573 470718 or07903 146999.
<strong>Reflect</strong> <strong>Magazine</strong>: sponsored byHume Equine Services Ltd 01573 470718The British Shooting Show 19The Game Cooler...Keeps yourgame and fishcold for upto10 days withno power.Chosen bythe BritishDeer Societyas the perfectproduct tomeet all newhygienerequirements.Made from indestructible polyethylene andit holds no smells or stains, wash out withsoapy water or pressure washer.Available from 8 litres up to 245 litres.West Country and UK Company The COOLICE BOX COMPANY have been the mainadvisors and suppliers of their specialistcool boxes to bring back this once in a lifetime historic cargo.• Use as a seat• Floats• Lockable (Nomad version)• Trusted to transport Shacklton’s 102year old whisky between NZ & UKThe 102-year-oldrecord breakingwhisky has landedback in the UK.Company ownerand Cool Boxdesigner ‘TinaRycroft’ wascontacted and wasadvisor to RichardPaterson of Whyte & MacKay the producers.He wanted the worlds best Cool Boxes andsafest form of transport for this valuable,historic journey and delivery.Tina Rycroft is pictured at her North Devonoffice with the cool boxes her companysupplied. Tina commented” It was excitingand we are proud to think we were chosenfor being involved in such an historic andimportant operation and proves that ourboxes are a world beater”.Order by phone or online01598 740 685 or 07968 797785www.coolicebox.co.ukinfo@coolicebox.co.ukUS Prestige Imports LtdThe UK gun trade has really pulled outall the stops for 2011 making this thirdBritish Shooting Show even bigger andeven more comprehensive. It is nowindisputably the shooting event of theyear, with many thousands of guns andaccessories on display and for sale – A true‘Shooting Megastore’!Whatever discipline you shoot, there areguns for everyone, including a vast arrayof the world’s best shotguns for field sportor competition, rifles for hunting, stalking,big game and target shooting, plus ahuge choice of airguns from the world’sleading manufacturers. Add to this thehuge selection of shooting accessories,specialist suppliers and shootinginformation stands and you’ve got ashow that will keep you absorbed andentertained for every hour of your visit.<strong>New</strong> Jumbo Hall Layout For 2011The show has a completely new layout for2011 with just two huge jumbo halls nowreplacing the seven separate halls usedfor 2010. All the themed areas includingGunmakers, Airgun City, Arms Heritage,Gamekeeping and Gundogs will bemerged together under one huge coveredarena, enabling you to walk from one tothe other completely under cover.For more information, please visitwww.theshootingshow.co.uk ortelephone the organisers on 01472241439 or emailinfo@shownews.co.ukButterfields ForgeHigh quality parkland & estate fencing from £25 per metre fully installed anywhere in theUK. Also gates, tree guards, garden ornaments, arches and pergolas.Patented design allows customised interiorAmericas No.1 safe manufacturerBank combination locking systemHighest level fire ratingExceeds BS7558 – 1992Lifetime warrantyWhatever your requirements you get the optimumsecurity and unique design with a Liberty Safe.For more information or a brochure, please contactMiles LeederTel: 07802 731216Email: m.leeder@btinternet.comwww.butterfieldsforge.co.ukPhone Sam Carr on 07841 014947 for a quote or any questions.Increasing Gun SecurityThe purpose of gun security is so thatonly you, or someone else with your gunlisted on their certificate, has access toyour gun. This places the onus on you,where it is your responsibility to ensurethat your gun is always safe and secure.Police will expect to see that you havetaken ‘reasonable precautions’ to ensurethat your gun is as safe and secure aspossible at all times. This means thatthe Police will anticipate seeing that youhave as a minimum a safe that achievesthe British Standard BS7558:1992.Liberty Safes provide a range of safes,all of which exceed expectations ofthe Police, as well as providing othersafety features such as the highest levelof fire proofing in the market place.As Liberty Safes provide such a highlevel of security, we have recently beenworking more closely with gun shops toensure that the best range of more thanadequate products are available to theircustomers.The feedback on this service has beenvery positive, and has led to somecustomers using this as an opportunityto upgrade their current gun cabinet andto combine as very secure, highly firedrated home security safe for various legaldocumentation and personal possessions.Due to the bespoke solutions that areavailable, there has also been a trendtowards making the Liberty Safe part ofthe room and not hidden away.
20 Boating 2011Life <strong>On</strong> WaterRich in history and home to a wealth of plant and wildlife species,it’s easy to see why 13million Brits use our network of waterwaysas part of their everyday lives. From walking the dog along thecanal to enjoying a relaxing boating holiday, it’s easy to see why somany people are drawn to the calmness of the water. Few things inlife can be as relaxing as holidaying on water, as exploring Britain’s2,200 miles of canals and rivers allows you to take life at a slowerpace.Boating holidays offer a rare opportunity to experience a differentway of life. The unique aspect of a boating break is that you’renot tied to one place, leaving you free to explore as much of thecountryside as you can fit into your holiday. You can also make themost of the tranquil surroundings and scenery by indulging in aspot of reading, painting or fishing. As you’ll also be cutting out airtravel and car journeys, boating is the greener way to enjoy yourbreak.<strong>On</strong>e of the largest inland marinas in the southeast, Roydon MarinaVillage boasts 315 berths and a wide range of facilities for vesselsof up to 95ft long. Located on the Hertfordshire/Essex border,Roydon Marina Village is one of a number of luxury log cabinholiday sites, located around the UK, developed by Darinian Ltdand the first to have marina facilities.To allow access to the newly built marina, set on a 32-acre lake inthe village of Roydon, a brand new lock opened for the first timein December. The lock, which will be known as the ‘Roydon MarinaLock’, is the first to be built on the Stort Navigation, a canalisedsection of Hertfordshire’s River Stort, in over 100 years.David Copley, a director for Darinian Ltd, says: “This has beenan adventurous project that has enabled us to create a uniqueenvironment which blends well with the beauty of the localcountryside. More importantly the construction of the new lock andmarina will go a long way to reducing the shortage of moorings forcanal boats and help breathe new life back into this section of ournations inland waterways.”Roydon Marina Village will be holding a number of open days overthe coming months, including Sunday February 13th, allowingvisitors to see for themselves what Darinian Ltd have achieved.Visitors to the park will also be able to view all the facilities thatRoydon Marina Village has to offer, including tours of the marina,luxury show lodges and the restaurant and function suites whichwill be serving complimentary refreshments.
<strong>Reflect</strong> <strong>Magazine</strong>: sponsored byHume Equine Services Ltd 01573 47071821Moor TimeNarrow BoatHolidays LtdMoor Time Narrowboat Holidays offer selfcrew and passenger boat hire. We specialisein self-hire weekly return cruises from Whixallin North Shropshire. This includes the journeyto Llangollen via the Montgomery Canal oreast along the Shropshire Union Canal.We will provide you with luxuryaccommodation aboard Lady Lily 2 andeverything you need for the journey. Just bringalong some casual clothing, spending moneyand of course the children. We are happyto have pets, as long as the owners are welltrained, at no extra cost.We will also provide you with a welcomepack that will include a few essentials and anitinerary for your cruise that will take you toplaces of interest, great restaurants and theobligatory pub along the way - see our routesfor more detail.Passengers and Crew can appreciate thespectacular and stunning scenery of NorthShropshire, the Borderlands and Wales from acompletely different perspective and in style.01948 710497 or 07825 514664www.moortime-narrowboats.co.ukWILDCAT ENTERPRISESWildcat Enterprises is an RYArecognised training establishment.We are based on the Oxford Canalnear Banbury. All our instructors areRYA qualified and have many years ofboating experience on many differenttypes of boat. Apart from the familytaster day and the boat maintenancecourse we never take more than 2people per course. We operate 7 daysa week throughout the year. We offerthe following courses:THE RYA INLAND WATERSHELMSMANS COURSE,THE INTERNATIONAL CERTIFICATE OFCOMPETENCE [ICC] + CEVNIBOAT BUYING SEMINARS,TASTER DAYS: For families thinking ofhiring a boat for a holiday, a few hoursspent on one of our boats with one ofour experienced instructors with tipson boat handling, locks, safety rules,lifejackets and buoyancy aids and canaletiquette will help to make your hireboat holiday more enjoyable and safefor everyone.For further information pleasecheck out our website:www.wildcatenterprises.co.uk, orcontact us onwildcat@ryaonline.netorring Wendy on01235 764172.
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<strong>Reflect</strong> <strong>Magazine</strong>: sponsored byHume Equine Services Ltd 01573 470718Farncare Inspections 23Safety FirstBased in Lymington, Hampshire, Farncare Inspectionsis carry out statutory inspections of all types ofpressure plant and light lifting equipment, includingboilers, air receivers, fork lift trucks and vehicle liftingtables.The business was established by Ian Farrance, whois a holder of the Client/Contractor National SafetyGroup Safety Passport and has carried out a ConfinedSpace Course. He says: “The quality policy of FarncareInspections is to provide services, satisfy and wherepossible, exceed its clients’ expectations, in an impartialand cost effective manner whilst at the same timecomplying with other quality and service criteria placedupon it.”Locomotive Boilers, those fitted to RailwayLocomotives, Traction Engines (full size and model)and steam car boilers are a specialty of the Company.Reports raised by the company are accepted bythe majority of Insurance Companies and FarncareInspections is an Associate Member of the SafetyAssessment Federation (SAFed).The company specialises in Locomotive Boilers,especially those fitted to Railway Locomotivesand Traction Engines. Farncare Inspections offerinspections in the following categories:Statutory – PressureFarncare Inspections is able to carry out the requiredinspections to comply with the Pressure SystemsSafety Regulations (PSSR) and supply the requiredinspection reports. The following equipment iscovered by the PSSR:• Steam Boilers of all types and sizes• Steam receivers, e.g. garment presses and blowdownvessels.• Steam ovens• Autoclaves• Vessels containing gasses, e.g. helium, nitrogen, LPGand oxygen• Air vessels operating at or above 250 bar/litres• Refrigeration plant over 25kW installed power• Hot water heating boilers operating above 100CStatutory – LiftingFarncare Inspections is able to carry out examinationson the following types of light lifting equipment:• Fork Lift Trucks• Vehicle Lifting Tables• Overhead tracks and carriages• Chain blocks• Winch wires• Engine hoists• Hydraulic and bottle jacks• Garage cranesOther InspectionsInspections of Power Presses, press brakes, non-PSSRvessels and hydraulic testing.To find out more about Farncare’s services, go towww.farncare.co.ukContact Ian directly on 07973 697818 or emailian@farncare.co.ukFarncare InspectionsC/O Pitmore Farm CottagePitmore LanePenningtonLymingtonSO41 8LL
24 <strong>Reflect</strong> RecommendsSimply TheBest...Better ThanAll The RestWe don’t know about you, but this yearis flying by - we’re almost into Februaryalready! This year and last year, we cameacross some great companies, whichwe’d like to recommend to you - somemay be very familiar to you, others willbe brand new.We know how difficult it can be tofind well-established companies thatcan offer a high level of service that’stailored to your personal needs, so wework hard to bring you the very bestorganisations and specialist services inthe UK.We’ve decided to bring you this collection of companiesbecause we understand how hard it can be to find wellestablishedcompanies that offer such a high level ofservice. However, the companies within this feature offertheir customers the whole package: high quality productsand competitive prices, as well as an excellent and personalservice. We’ve searched high and low, across the length andbreadth of the UK to find you these companies.<strong>Reflect</strong> strive to support our local, independent companies,as we know that these businesses aim to treat each andevery customer as an individual rather than a number.Many companies across the country have suffered theeffects of the recession in the last two years, but it’s ourlocal businesses that have been hit hardest. Without thefinancial backup of a parent company, with a chain ofbusinesses, they are finding it tough to keep afloat.The Commission for Rural Communities, a governmentwatchdog, has found that Britain’s 1,600 market townshave been the worst hit by the credit crunch, where thenumber of vacant shop units has increased over the last sixmonths by 40% - causing tremendous damage to the localeconomy.Help St Philomena’s ConventKairos Centre, RoehamptonEstablished since the 1950s, St Philomena’s convent inLondon is a part of a wider charity: Poor Servants of theMother of God (PSMG). Foundress, Frances Taylor wholater became Mother Magdalen, had a forward thinkingvision when she created the congregation in 1869 afterwitnessing the poverty that was rife in 19th CenturyLondon. Although Frances Taylor died on June 9th 1900,the power of her vision and her spirit continues in theworks done in her name today in St Philomena’s andin the congregation of Poor Servants of the Mother ofGod.There are now only five Sisters living in St Philomena’sConvent, which is attached to a former hostel originallyestablished for girls who came to London to work orstudy. Hostel work continues on-site today, as PSMGscollaborate with St John of God Brothers in offeringshort term accommodation to migrants from EasternEurope.These Sisters work in the local community: onein the parish, one as university chaplain, one in acentre for homeless people, and two who offer guideprayer/retreats, guiding people in prayer and spiritualaccompaniment. This pattern is repeated throughoutthe congregation with much of the social care workoriginally started by the Sisters, now carried out by laypeople on behalf of the Poor Servants of the Motherof God and under the name of the Frances TaylorFoundation. At each convent, the resident sisters areworking out in various ministries. Some work in prisons,hospitals, university chaplaincies, catechetics withinparishes and are all committed to working for justice intheir own different ministries.As well as helping the poor and vulnerable in Ireland,America, Kenya, Venezuela and Italy, the Sisters have aretreat centre in Roehampton: Kairos, which means ‘agraced moment’ or ‘a God moment’ in Greek. Here,Sisters guide both men and women through prayer; it’sa place of quiet reflection and prayer away from yourusual routine. As with the other retreat centres, Kairosis surrounded by beautiful grounds; Richmond Park isalso nearby so, there are plenty of opportunities to relaxand reflect in the peace and quiet. The Sisters ask guestsat the retreat centre to make a donation to cover thecosts of their time there.At the end of last year, <strong>Reflect</strong> selected St Philomena’sconvent for a Gold Certificate of Recognition.Editor, Elaine Ellis, said: “The Sisters from St Philomena’sconvent do so much good; not only do they help membersof their local community, but they also welcome people fromfurther afield to their retreat centre, Kairos, which is entirelyrun on donations from the public, so I’m asking everyone whohas any spare cash left after the festive season to donate itto St Philomena’s and make a difference in 2011.”Tel: 0207 387 5855Email: info3@psmgs.orgSister Mary Forrest, St Philomena’s Convent,Euston Square, London NW1 1DJ
25These companies are surviving in hardeconomic times, so you can be sure anymoney and time you invest with themis safe and will be highly rewarded. Restassured, these individuals will endeavourto provide only the highest standardsof service, the very best products, andgreat value for money – just remember totell them that yourfavourite bi-weeklymagazine sent you!You only need to take a stroll around yourtown or city to see the aftermath of the worsteconomic crisis for more than two decades.However, there are ways that you can helpyour local, independent businesses survive.By choosing to shop or employ the servicesof local companies, you can help them toflourish. You may also find that choosing localis to your benefit, as you are treated to a morepersonal service.Although these companies are offeringdifferent things, the factors that lead tosuccess remain the same; good customerservice, reliability, and professionalism arethree of the most important factors forkeeping customers happy – and happycustomers means more recommendations andmore success.Spending time on the water offers youunrivalled freedom. If you’re looking for theperfect way to reward your employees aftera hard financial year, or an impressive wayto woo new clients, <strong>Reflect</strong> would like torecommend the classic and elegant vesselthat graces our front cover – Seafin.Seafin has been successfully sailing for 25 years,under the ownership of Triangle Marine, providingbusinesses and individuals with the ideal opportunityto get out onto the water around Port Hamble, nearSouthampton. Seafin combines the period eleganceof a classic English motor yacht, with all the luxuriesand amenities of modern day cruising and boatchartering. At 75-foot long, she is equipped, andlicensed, to carry 30 passengers around the Solent,making it the ideal way to reward dedication andloyalty, as well as impressing potential clients.Warwick Bergin, Director of Triangle Marine,told <strong>Reflect</strong>: “Lots of people imagine that a day, orafternoon, on our chartered yacht is out of their pricerange but we did some research and it’s actually muchcheaper than other hospitality prices; a day on our boat,Solway FeedersScoop Certificate Of RecognitionStocking a huge range of equipment for poultryand game rearing, Solway Feeders have beensupplying everyone from novice poultry keepersto commercial game rearers for more than 20years. With their excellent product knowledgeand friendly staff, Solway Feeders are the welldeserving winners of <strong>Reflect</strong>’s Certificate ofRecognition for Specialist SmallholdingServices.Establishedsince 1989and an onlineretailer formore thanten years, theKirkcudbrightbasedcompany supply to more than 20,000customers the length and breadth of Britain.The product range includes:• Drinkers – manual, automatic, mains waterpressure and nipple drinkers.• Feeders – automatic, ATV, outdoor, indoor,tube and treadle feeders and feed hoppers• Hunting lamps.• Vermin control – live catch cage traps, springtraps, mosquito and midge repeller, rat andmouse bait and bait stations.• Rearing accessories – lamps, health andvitamin boosting products and hygiene products.surrounded by some of England’s most stunning coastalscenery, costs less than £100 per head making it idealsolution for businesses that have survived a difficultfinancial year to impress new clients and seal that vitalbusiness deal.”It is the love of the sea, of sailing and adventure thatmakes the five-man crew spend countless hourspolishing already clean windows, buffing alreadysparkling chrome work. Seafin has three levels: thetop deck accommodates 30 people, the middledeck is designed for comfort with an open gallery toeat food, sip Pimms and enjoy a business meeting,and finally the lower deck houses four cabins withpower showers for guest to clean up after ridingthe on-board jet-skis. She also boasts a fabulousviewing gallery, for admiring the stunning scenery,or even watching other vessels pass by, as well asthe wheelhouse, which is open to customers whowant to take the wheel and learn to steer under thesupervision of skipper Fred.• Egg incubators and thermometers.Devised to help you get more out of yourproducts, the Solway Feeders website alsofeatures a range of helpful articles and productguides. With advice on using drinkers, feedersand incubation, there’s plenty of handyinformation available.Jane Smith, of Solway Feeders, was thrilledto hear of the company’s Certificate ofRecognition, she says: “At Solway Feeders, weaim to offer value for money and good qualityproducts. Many of our products are designedand manufactured here and as we have manyyears’ experience in game and poultry rearing, ourproducts have been rigorously tested and are of thehighest standard.”<strong>Reflect</strong> Sales Executive, Emilyjo Garside, says:“The company has established an excellentreputation for quality products and the Solway teamare always friendly, helpful and ready to offer adviceon their extensive product range. I’m delighted theywere selected for this Certificate and I hope theyhave a very successful 2011.”To order online or to find out more, visitwww.solwayfeeders.comTel: 01557 500253Email: mail@solwayfeeders.comSuperb Sailing With SeafinAround 80% of Seafin’s business is returning clientswho have enjoyed happy days onboard; however, it’snot just clients that return. The happy and relaxedatmosphere onboard also persuades crew membersto return, which guarantees familiarity and smoothservice levels to returning clients.Warwick added: “Seafin is a great way to showpotential clients a great day out, without breakingthe bank. It’s been a hard two years for every businessand we believe that the only way to keep buildingyour business and growing is to carry on entertainingpotential clients, which is easy onboard Seafin.”Warwick has plans for Seafin to be on the ThamesRiver during the London Olympics in 2012;expressions of interest are welcome.Tel: 0207 264 1020 | Web: www.seafin.co.ukEmail: mail@seafin.co.uk
26 The Great OutdoorsLive <strong>On</strong> The Wild SideWith Fragile EarthImage courtesy of Bob Q MartinSituated within private woodlands in theWelland Vale, close to the ancient cathedralcity of Peterborough, Fragile Earth offers youthe chance to experience life in the wildernesswhilst learning numerous essential bushcraftand survival skills throughout the year.The brain-child of keen bushcraft enthusiast AndrewShaw, Fragile Earth was established in 2008, afterAndrew felt the time was right to turn his hobby intoa career. He said: “I’ve been involved with bushcraftand survival skills since I was a child but it wasn’t untilI took part in a course, organised by a world-famousbushcraft expert, that I thought I could make a livingfrom passing on my skills. I had a look and therewas nothing like it within the East Midlands and EastAnglia area, so I took the plunge, and the rest, asthey say, is history.”Fragile Earth’s most popular course is ‘Introduction toBushcraft’, which is a two-night course that looks at:camp craft, safe use of cutting tools, shelter buildingand lightweight camping systems, fire making andmanagement, finding/purifying water, finding edible& medicinal plants/wild foods, natural cordage,backwoods cookery, survival techniques, tracking& trapping, and living with nature. <strong>On</strong>e-day tastersessions are also available.Also offered is ‘Wild Foods’, a course that’s basedaround the sourcing, preparing and cooking ofdelicious wild foods, including the skinning, pluckingand dressing of wild game and fish but does NOTinvolve the killing of any of the species of mammalor fish used.
27These courses and experiences areavailable for individuals, family groups,youth groups, schools, team buildingcorporate events and woodlandadventure parties. Prices vary dependingon the size of your group and the skillsyou’d like to learn, as Andrew explained:“Everything we offer can be tailor-madeto your group and what you’d like tolearn. I think everyone should experiencethe world beyond the classroom as anessential part of their learning and personaldevelopment, whatever their age, abilityor circumstances; so, if you want to learnabout the safe use of cutting tools butdon’t want to know about natural cordageor backwoods cookery, we can tailormakea course for you. We offer discountson group bookings and are also able tooffer taster day experiences for childrenas young as five. I do advise parents toonly book their child on a taster day if theyknow they’re into bushcraft, as it’s not a fairweather activity, so if the weather is bad,some children don’t actually enjoy theirday. I think it’s all about knowing your childand what they like. Our experiences aredesigned for those who want to enjoy andlearn bushcraft skills and about the localflora & flora in a small group away from thecrowds.”Fragile Earth’s experiences buildconfidence and teach life skills and natureawareness that stimulates the imaginationand provides children with knowledge ofthe countryside around them. The courseshave also been designed to promote selfresponsibility and a responsibility for theenvironment, within a woodland setting.<strong>Reflect</strong> have been so impressed with theFragile Earth set-up, we recently selectedthem for a Certificate of Recognition forEducation and Training. <strong>On</strong> hearing thenews, Andrew said: “Thank you <strong>Reflect</strong>for this Recognition. I’m thrilled to receiveit. We were one of the first companies tooffer bushcraft courses in the country anddefinitely one of the first to offer them inPeterborough. You might not imaginePeterborough is the ideal place to learnbushcraft, but thanks to the natural beautyof the Welland Vale, it’s actually perfect.We’re situated just off the A1, close to theborders of Cambridgeshire, Lincolnshire,Northamptonshire and Rutland.”<strong>Reflect</strong> Editor, Elaine Ellis, added: “Learningbushcraft skills is increasing in popularitythanks to celebrities such as Ray Mears andBear Grylls who have shown the public justhow useful these skills can be. AlthoughAndrew and the Fragile Earth team havefun with their students, safety is their priority.I’m so pleased to award Andrew thisCertificate of Recognition and I hope itbrings him much success throughout 2011.”As a new venture for 2011 to build on asuccessful start to his business, Andrewhas teamed up with experiencedphotographer Bob Q Martin to offer WildlifePhoto Workshops within the WellandVale woodlands and farmland, with thefirst being held on Sunday March 20th2011. Andrew explained more: “Bob hasa wealth of experience and knowledgenot only of the different cameras that areavailable to consumers but also of thetechniques that produce a great shot!The first course is open to anyone thathas a digital SLR camera that wants tomake the most of the equipment andlearn some new techniques, such asshooting landscapes and macro. There’san array of wildlife around here, includingfoxes, badgers, tawny owls, deer andnumerous birds, such as red kites, buzzardsand woodpeckers; obviously we cannotguarantee that you’ll see all of theseanimals but sightings are frequent so we’reconfident some wildlife will be seen andphotographed.“<strong>On</strong>ce we’ve finished for the day outside,we can move indoors to a basic studioand teach the students about indoorphotography and lighting techniques sothey can take it further should they wish to.As the courses develop, we hope to offeran overnight package that will includespending some time in hides near thebadger set. The course, which is a wholeday, costs £75 per person and includes abarbecue/bushcraft-style lunch.”For more information or to book a bushcraftor wildlife photography course with FragileEarth, please contact Andrew on07817 679174 or email andrew@fragilearth.co.uk. Alternatively, please visitwww.fragilearth.co.ukImage courtesy of Bob Q Martin
28 <strong>Race</strong> <strong>Retro</strong>The Best of HistoricMotorsport at <strong>Race</strong> <strong>Retro</strong> 2011Returning to Stoneleigh Park this February, <strong>Race</strong><strong>Retro</strong> is the fast paced event that promises thevery best in historic motor sport, racing andrallying. Europe’s premier historic motor show,<strong>Race</strong> <strong>Retro</strong> brings the best on two and fourwheels to the Warkwickshire show ground fromFriday 25th to Sunday 27th February.Covering 70 years of motorsport, visitors to <strong>Race</strong><strong>Retro</strong> can expect a packed schedule over threefull days, making it a must for those who’vea passion for motors. See rare and legendarycars and bikes, meet the drivers and riders whobrought them to victory and celebrate thebirthday of one very special car.Top motoring legends will be putting in anappearance, including Johnny Herbert and MikiBiasion and visitors with a need for speed canrelive high octane motorsport as famous namesfrom the rally world head for the Live Rally Stage,sponsored by Hero, on Saturday and Sunday.Plus, there’ll be added nostalgia from the historickarting demonstrations.For 2011, <strong>Race</strong> <strong>Retro</strong> is celebrating the 50thanniversary of the birth of the Jaguar E-Typewith a special tribute and an inspiring display ofone of racing’s most popular cars. The impressiveLancia, an icon in rallying history, whose legendlives on in motorsport’s toughest discipline, willalso be celebrated with a comprehensive displayof motors.<strong>Race</strong> <strong>Retro</strong>, sponsored by Peter James Insurance,also has a celebration of Italian motorcycles,which have been the bikes to beat, whether inroad races or on the track. Motorcycle legend,Giacomo Agostini, will also be appearing.There will be the usual selection of competitioncars and clubs – the backbone of the sport –making <strong>Race</strong> <strong>Retro</strong> the place to be for anythingto do with classic motor sport. Looking to investin a piece of racing history? Simply visit the H&Hclassic auction, where you will find cars, bikesand memorabilia on offer.As well as an array or cars and motorcycles, scourthe autojumble for that elusive part or spare, orvisit the hundreds of traders offering everythingfrom helmets and racewear, rare books to signedmotorsport memorabilia.Adult ticket prices start from just £20 for Fridayand Saturday, £15 for Sunday when booking inadvance. Children’s tickets are £5 on Friday orSaturday and free on Sunday. Parking is also freethroughout. The show is open from 9.30am eachday and closes at 5.30pm on Friday and Saturdayand 4.30pm on Sunday. To book tickets and forthe latest updates, visit www.raceretro.comWin!<strong>Reflect</strong> have teamed up with <strong>Race</strong><strong>Retro</strong> 2011 to offer our readers thechance to win one of five pairs oftickets to this exciting event. To be inwith a chance of winning, just answerthis simple question...At which show ground is <strong>Race</strong> <strong>Retro</strong>2011 taking place?Send your answer, name, addressand daytime telephone number to<strong>Race</strong> <strong>Retro</strong> Comp, <strong>Reflect</strong> <strong>Magazine</strong>,3rd Floor, 29 – 35 St NicholasPlace, Leicester, LE1 4LD or emailcompetitions@reflect-magazine.co.uk(subject: <strong>Race</strong> <strong>Retro</strong> Comp) before5pm on Friday 18th February 2011.Winners will be notified by post soplease ensure your postal detailsare correct. <strong>Reflect</strong> magazine is notresponsible for this competition –we’re merely promoting it on behalfof the <strong>Race</strong> <strong>Retro</strong> 2011. No alternativeprizes will be offered.
29Viable Logistics Limited is a small company that specialises in highly secure storage anddiscreet delivery. Our security is not something we have added as an afterthought, it isinherent in our location. Our security is fundamentally different to the norm. Whilst we donot wish to denigrate the excellent efforts made by others to protect their buildings and yourproperty, the reality is that illegality is only stopped or hindered by the physicalpresence of law enforcement on the ground. We don’t just do car storage but also motorhomestorage inside a purpose-built 20,000 sq ft. garage.01420 489899www.viablelogisitics.comenquiries@viablelogistics.comSPECIALISTS IN CAR SHIPPINGAND TRANSPORTATIONWorldwide export and import servicesStanton MotorsportsThe Classic And Historic SpecialistsFocusing on restoring a wide range of muchloved classic and historic cars, StantonMotorsports are the company to trust withyour pride and joy. Offering a wealth ofrepair and restoration services, the companyare dedicated to returning these wonderfulvehicles to their former glory.Built upon a sterling reputation and awealth of experience, Stanton Motorsportshas been selected by <strong>Reflect</strong> for ourCertificate of Recognition for MotorsportServices 2011.Editor, Elaine Ellis, says: “With a combinedtotal of more than 101 years in the motortrade, the Stanton team are experts atrestoring a huge variety of classic cars and areso passionate about what they do; I simplyhad to award the company this Certificate ofRecognition.”Inspired by his passion for cars and alifelong love of classic vehicles, companyowner, Steve Stanton, established StantonMotorsports in 1990. From their Berkshirebasedpremises, the company are able tooffer a wealth of services, including:• The restoration of classic and historic carsfrom the 1930s to the new classics of the1980s.• <strong>Race</strong> support for classic and historicmeetings.• Engine building and development.• Crank shaft balancing.• General servicing and maintenance.• Head flow work and flow bench testing.• Camshaft designs and valve train analysis.Steve and the team pride themselves ondelivering high quality work and guaranteeto complete every job to the higheststandard possible. With their wealth ofexperience and expert knowledge of classicand historic cars, everyone at StantonMotorsports is on hand to offer all the helpand advice you may need regarding any ofthe services they offer.The Stanton team are always excited totackle their next challenge and to puttheir skills to work on a variety of projects.Currently, Steve and his boys have severalprojects on the go, including an ISO Grifo,AC ACE and, Osca Zigarto.www.stantonmotorsports.co.uk01488 71872steve@stantonmotorsports.co.uk• Customs clearance • UK &European collection & delivery• SAFE • SECURE • COMPETITIVEt: 01394 695566f: 01394 673031e: kevin.lewis@rjjfreight.co.ukchinita@rjjfreight.co.ukw: www.rjjfreight.co.uk
30 LeisureEnjoy Your Leisure TimeMAISON DES LANDESJERSEY’S UNIQUE HOTEL FORTHOSE WITH SPECIAL NEEDSWe’re fast becoming a nation of couch potatoes, in fact theaverage Brit watches more than 26 hours of television perweek, just think about all the other activities you could bedoing with all that free time. So, why not ditch the box andmake the most of your leisure time during 2011and plansome great days out or even a holiday.For those who’ve been charmed by the nostalgia oflocomotives and want a day out that combines oldfashionedcharm with inspiring locomotives, a visit to oneof our country’s many steam events is a must. There aremany steam rallies happening up and down the country,with full-size relics and miniature replicas on display, aswell as numerous vintage vehicles, providing the perfectopportunity to learn the history of Britain’s transport.A survey conducted by Vauxhall last year found thatBritish holiday makers, on average, have only visited 2%of our towns and cities, with London and the Lake Districttopping the list. We’re all guilty of choosing the safe optionand revisiting places that we know and love, but there arefun and exciting places to go in Britain that you have yetto discover. You don’t have to go abroad for a brand newexperience, the UK is bursting with something for everyoneto enjoy. So, give your family a new experience this year andventure into the unknown.If you’re feeling creative and want some ideas on takingup a new hobby, why not get crafty. An American studyconducted at the Mayo Clinic, Minnesota, during 2009discovered that regularly engaging in a hobby, such aspatchwork quilting or knitting, can help to delay the onsetof dementia. A group of 200 people with mild memoryproblems, aged between 70 and 89, were compared to asimilar group with no impairment. Those who had beenmentally active from the ages of 50 to 65 by engagingin craft hobbies had a 40% reduced risk of memoryimpairment.Maison desLandes Hotel,a registeredcharity, catersexclusivelyfor guestswith specialneeds and their carers in purpose-builtaccommodation. The Hotel caters for up to49 guests in single, double and family roomsvariably suited to their needs. Guest enjoybeautiful gardens, an indoor heated swimmingpool with ramps and hoists, games room and acomfortable licensed lounge.The tariff (£65 to £75 pp per day) includestransfers from airport/port to hotel and return,full board accommodation (breakfast, packedlunch and evening meal), day excursions byspecially-equipped minibuses to places ofinterest, shopping and evening outings.The hotel is open for April to October andall enquiries should be made to the Manager,Maison des Landes Hotel, St Ouen, JerseyJE3 2AA.Tel: 01534 481683 orE-mail: contact@maisondeslandes.co.uk.Website: maisondeslandes.co.ukMALPAS VINTAGE MACHINERY ASSOCIATION LTDFREEPARKINGat Hampton,Malpas, Chesire10 th & 11 th September 2011- Tractors and barn engines- Working display- Vintage cars & motorcycles- Woodsawing and threshing- Demonstration by steam- Traditional skill demonstrations- Commercial military vehicles- Bicycles/pramsAll enquiries to;01978 780749Charity no. 514476YESTERYEARRALLYFREEPARKING30 STEAM ENGINES EXPECTEDOLD TIME FAIRGROUNDAND ORGANSHaving visited Malpas VintageMachinery Show 2010, theeditor of <strong>Reflect</strong> magazine wasso interested that she will bereturning in 2011 with her familyfor a fantastic day out, as it wasinformative and an eye opener forvintage history.Gates open 10am each dayClose at 5pmSmall, But Perfectly FormedEstablished since April 2008, Al‘Turn’AtiveProportions is the brain child of husbandand wife team, Ken and Linda Batty,who started the business after beingdisappointed by the products on offer toturn Linda’s doll’s house into a home. Kensays: “I bought Linda a doll’s house and sowe started attending numerous fairs to findthe items to fill it, but we were disappointedwith the quality of the things available to us. Ithought ‘I can do better than this’ and the rest,as they say, is history.”Ken and Linda began trading at miniaturefairs in September 2008 and have gonefrom strength to strength since. In fact,they’re just about to launch a website –www.alturnativeproportions.co.uk whichthey hope will allow their handmade, highquality products to reach more people.“The majority of our products are handmadeand those that aren’t can be classified ashandmade because the few parts boughtin from abroad, are modified or decoratedto put our own stamp on them, as with ourlampshade components. We buy them inmade from a white or transparent materialwhich we then decorate to make them moreappealing to customers,” Ken explained.Al‘Turn’Ative Proportions specialise inlighting, but also sell dining room tables,kitchen tables and occasional tablesand coffee tables, as well as a range ofaccessories including vases and bowls. All ofthese are available in 1/12th scale but overthe coming months Ken and Linda hope toexpand their 1/24th scale range, so if there’ssomething you’d like in 1/24th, give thema call.Al‘Turn’Ative Proportions range of productscan be seen at numerous fairs across thecountry throughout the year; you can seethem next at:• Epson <strong>Race</strong> Course on Sunday Feb 13th –KT18 5QL• Thame on Saturday Feb 19th – OX9 2BB• Kempton Park <strong>Race</strong> Course on SundayMarch 6th – TW16 5AQFor more information, please call01329 517060or email ken.batty@ntlworld.com
Homes 31Listed Property Goes <strong>On</strong> Show19th - 20th February 2011Olympia LondonListed property owners can get inspired this February as The Listed PropertyShow heads to London’s Olympia. Promising a bigger and better experience fortheir fifth annual event, the Show will feature the very best exhibits and loads ofideas for owners of period homes.Running over the weekend of the 19th and 20th February, the exhibition willoffer practical advice, tips and information for homeowners looking to restore orrefurbish their properties. Organised by the Listed Property Owners Club (LPOC),this inspiring event will also feature close to 200 specialist suppliers showcasingtheir products and services.Kellymarie Smith, Director of The Listed Property Owners Club, says: “We aredelighted with the response to the previous shows and bookings are alreadyahead for the 2011 event. As with the last four years, the show will feature an arrayof demonstrations and seminars offering a host of practical solutions and vitalresources for owners of Listed properties and period homes. It also allows ownersto have a hands on experience with some of the major specialist products for theirhome including lime.“Attendance has grown significantly year on year since our first event in 2007 and weare hoping for an increase on the 5,743 people who attended earlier this year.”Listing The Listings… Ten Quick Facts & Figures:• There are just under 373,000 Listed properties in England¹.• In England and Wales the authority for listing is granted by the Planning (ListedBuildings & Conservation Areas) Act 1990 and administered by English Heritage,its Welsh equivalent CADW, and for Scotland Heritage Scotland.• Of the total number of Listed buildings 92% are Grade II Listed (of specialinterest), 5.5% are grade II* Listed (particularly important buildings) with 2.5%Grade I Listed (exceptionally important buildings).• A total of 38% of Listed properties are domestic dwellings.• 15% of Listed buildings are pre-1600 with just 0.2% of Listed buildings builtsince the end of World War II.• Just 14% of period property owners claimed recently in a magazine² survey thatthey had been affected by the economic downturn.• The same survey revealed that 77% of period property owners are planning toundertake a restoration project.• The Listed Property Owners Club has over 19,000 members and was founded in1993.• The 2009 Listed Property Show attracted 4,217 visitors which represented a 84%increase on 2007.• Both Northern Ireland and Scotland have their own grading systems in place.¹ According to English Heritage² Period Living magazineHUNTLEY SCHOOL OFWOODWORKINGLearn restoration and cabinet-making skillsfrom the former editor of Furniture & Cabinetmaking<strong>Magazine</strong>. Basic woodwork andbeginner’s classes also offered. Tool Selectionand Sharpening courses available.The event will be open from 10am to 5pm on the Saturday and 10am to 4pm onthe Sunday.Entry to the show is free of charge with visitors able to register on the day orapply in advance for their tickets by e-mailing events@lpoc.co.ukFor more information visit www.lpoc.co.uk or call Kelly on 01795 844939.Michael Huntley was Head of Sotheby’sfurniture restoration workshops and teachesTraditional Polishing as well as Care ofAntiques.Day or week-long courses in rural Wiltshire nearM4. Maximum 4 people per course so personalattention guaranteed.Contact 01373 859977 orwww.huntleyconsultancy.com
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