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Such an amazing #staycay #glamping with the Thorpes
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at Pho, lots Loving... Glamping Obsessing… Nude
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with my beaut
In this issue we announce the winners of the Velvet Food Awards.
We had a lovely afternoon out and about delivering the good news
to the businesses and handing over their well-deserved awards.
The businesses were all very thankful for the support that their
customers had given them by voting for them as firm favourites!
See page 22.
July looks to be a busy month here at Velvet HQ, as we gear up
to support the Moët and Chandon July Festival at Newmarket
Racecourses. I will be helping out on the judging panel, and
it really is a highlight for me to be involved and chat to all the
lovely people who enter the three competitions over the course
of the Festival in the coveted ‘Style Awards’. I recently caught
up with the team at the Racecourse and the prizes on offer are
unbelievable - I wish you all the best of luck!
It’s all change for our August Issue, I’m handing the reins over
to the amazing Sammi Nice, our on-line Editor at Velvet HQ.
Sammi will be Guest Editor as I’m preparing for lots of time off
with the kids, taking advantage of the school holidays.
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Featuring in this
month’s velvet
Contents
Ant Cullen
Pop to the Pantry 18 Bringing Home Brazil 85
“I always drink at least 3
litres of water a day and
make sure I eat high
quality protein”
Max Leslie
“Invisalign software has
really improved over the
last 5 years… it’s incredible
what we can do!”
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Rostant, Paula Ahlberg, Josh Tait, Ludy
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Food, Drink & Entertainment
17. You Can’t Beet It
See how some of our local eateries
are using beetroot
21. The Mane Event
Check out the offerings at
Rosewood Pavilion
24. A Taste of Tuddenham
Take a look at Tuddenham Mill’s
exquisite summer menu
45. Getting to Know:
Independent Bury St Edmunds
Looking at our independent retailers
Health, Fashion & Beauty
57. Going for Gold
We’re taking our accessory
inspiration from the upcoming
Olympics
61. Style File
See what the festival goers were
wearing at Strawberries & Creem
Festival
63. Occasional Capsule Wardrobe
An occasion wear capsule wardrobe
64. From the Beauty Desk
Here’s what’s new in the beauty
world this month
69. Holiday Beauty Countdown
Follow our lead up to holiday
beauty regime
73. Sprints, Sandbags and Squats
A PT session with Tom Harris
Nest
84. Q&A
We speak to Edward Waites,
Newmarket-based sculptor
91. Bringing the Outside In
Blurring the lines between interior
and exterior design
93. Garden Party
Party in the sunshine with these
quirky accessories
Motoring
95. Charging Ahead
This month, we talk eco cars
98. To Infiniti and Beyond
Cambridge welcomes a new
Infiniti showroom

Velvet’s monthly views and reviews on all things edible, palatable and enjoyable
Independent Bury St Edmunds p45
A Taste of Tuddenham p24
Recipe of the Month p27

Food
by Gemma Treby
Our
KitchenArticle
focus on:
microBreweries
Moonshine
Brewery
Winner of numerous national
and regional awards, Moonshine
Beers, crafted in Cambridge
are characterised by their clean,
fresh taste, which is thanks to the
natural spring water that is used
to make them.
www.moonshinebrewery.co.uk
The Old Cannon Brewery
See beer in the making at The Old Cannon. Beers
are made on the premises using East Anglian grown
and malted barley and choice hops. Best Bitter
and Gunner’s Daughter are always available, and
often complimented with one of The Cannon’s own
seasonal beers.
The Old Cannon Brewery,
86 Cannon Street, Bury St Edmunds
The Cambridge
Brew House
You will find on tap, at least three ales
created in-house by the talented brewing
team at what’s becoming a Cambridge
institution for cask ale lovers. Kings Parade
and Misty River are popular choices
amongst locals.
The Cambridge Brew House,
1 King Street, Cambridge
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Food
bbq ready
The tools that will make
your BBQ the talk of the town.
Cheese Barbeclette £8.99
All available from
Steamer Trading in
Cambridge, Saffron Walden
and Bury St Edmunds
Kebab Maker
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Spice Infuser
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#Trending
Brazilian Food
“Mexican and Latin American cuisines
are already huge and with the 2016 Rio
Olympics on the way, Brazilian is set to
be the next big thing! The national dish of
Brazil is the feijoada, a hearty bean stew
made with unique cassava flour. Watch
out too for skewered meats and the
Brazilian version of sashimi. Think bold
flavours, think dude food, think carnival!”
Amy Heaslip, Good Sense Research.
Championing
sustainability
Exciting news for foodie lovers and eco
warriors alike. July will see the opening of
a new daytime venue Co, with plans to
become Cambridge’s most sustainable,
eco-friendly and forward- thinking
daytime eatery. “Our plan is to be
transparent in all of our practices,
to reduce our carbon footprint, to
source locally wherever possible and to
only work with independently owned
businesses, micro breweries, local
coffee roasters, and local farms. We are
passionate about recycling, up cycling
and sustainability with our short term
goal being zero waste before the year is
out”. Say owners at Co.
15 High Street, Cherry Hinton,
Cambridge, Tel: 01223 778080
The new restaurant Giggling Squid
is a Thai food sensation, and, if you
love seafood, you should hotfoot
it over there without delay! The
simple, rustic, fresh food of Thailand
is perfectly captured, from street
food platters to coastal specialties.
Giggling Squid, 21 Abbeygate
Street, Bury St Edmunds
www.gigglingsquid.com
In Season This Summer
Visit your local farm shop and check out the seasonal produce. It will be fresh,
taste at its best and offer amazing value for money.
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Booking is advisable

Food
The BWC girls excite us with
their month of foodie love
Oh hi sunshine – we’re rather fond of the impromptu picnics and
alfresco cocktails you bring with you! We’ve been making the most
of the warmth this month with a fantastic get-together at The
Willow Tree at Bourn. For those who haven’t visited recently, they
have a fabulous set-up under their willow tree namesake, with a
tipi you can dine in and two of the best swings we’ve ever swung
on. There’s a selection of events coming up this summer, including
comedy nights, a family music festival and a ball, so do have a look!
Another sunny evening saw us trying out the brews on offer at
BlackBar Brewery in Harston. They teamed up with Shelford
Delicatessen, who served up hands-down the best kebabs we have
ever sampled. Coupled with a pint of Blacklight, this is a partnership
we hope will run many more events this summer.
When the weather played hardball, we tried out the new Six
Panoramic Bar and Restaurant at The Varsity Hotel on Thompson’s
Lane. Located just one floor below the roof terrace, it has stunning
views over Cambridge. As you take in the view, you can drink your
way around the world with their 12 cocktails spanning the globe in
their inspiration. Pizza and rotisserie chicken can keep you sustained
as you gaze.
You wait ages for a new hang out to come along, and two spring
up at once. We’re planning to return to the recently opened Sticks
‘n’ Sushi on Wheeler Street many times – if not just to try the
extensive menu. We love the slick décor in this sushi joint with a
difference – its tag line is ‘sushi for people who don’t like sushi’ and
we can certainly concur.
Our foodie travels have taken us further afield this month, and
we are delighted to have discovered the gem that is The Mermaid
at Ellington. This run-of-the-mill local is anything but, once you
step inside, and the menu left our jaws firmly dropped. The food is
exceptional – if you’re over Huntington way, do visit.
And once all that became too much for our tired legs, we pulled up
a pew at the brand-new Fitzbillies at 36 Bridge Street. It joins the
ranks as number two in the local establishment chain and yes, we
can confirm that the Chelsea buns are just as good as in the original
spot.
Read more over at our
blog bonewhitechina.co.uk
including reviews of The
Mermaid and Sticks ‘n’ Sushi,
or come and say hi over on
Twitter and Instagram
@BoneWhiteChina
@AlexHiggsBWC @SianBWC
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Food
Eat Seasonably:
As July sees beetroot at its
best, we were keen to find out
how some of our local chefs
are using it
This root vegetable is
a really rich source of
iron, vitamin A and C,
potassium and fibre as well
as being jam-packed with
powerful antioxidants.
It’s also a really versatile
ingredient which can be
used in a number of dishes
from salads and soups to
risottos and even desserts.
Carrot Pancake, with
Beetroot Tzatziki and
Feta Salad
“We have this carrot pancake starter on our
menu at the moment and we’re also using baby
beetroot in one of our fish dishes. Seasonal
produce is at the forefront of almost all of our
menu and beetroot is really at its best at the
moment. It’s a good one for adding colour and
making a dish pop, not to mention the rich
flavour.” says Ben Hutton, owner of Ben’s.
Ben’s
43-45 Churchgate Street, Bury St Edmunds
www.bensrestaurant.co.uk
Beetroot Marinated
Pollock, Pickled
Beets, Samphire,
Salsa Verde and
Poached Hen’s Egg
“Our kitchen love this time of year,
purely because of the diverse range of
ingredients that are suddenly in season.
Beetroot is always a favourite. It’s one
of the most versatile ingredients in the
kitchen that we use in a number of
ways. In this dish we chose to pickle the
beets, as the sweet and sour flavour cuts
perfectly through the pollock. It also
adds a touch of vibrant colour to any
summer dish.” Jamie Bridges,
Sous-Chef at The One Bull told us.
The One Bull
25 Angel Hill, Bury St Edmunds
www.theonebull.co.uk
Beetroot Brownies
“I love using beetroot as it is super
rich in antioxidants, folic acid and iron,
adding great nutritional value to a cake
or dessert which is otherwise regarded
as naughty! It adds moisture and a rich
colour but above all it has a natural
sweetness which has a slow-release value
so it sweetens without creating those
sugar spikes,” says Sally Fulcher, author
of The Clean Body Cook Book based in
Newmarket.
Visit velvetmag.co.uk for the recipe for
Sally’s Beetroot Cake
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Food
Written by Sammi Nice
Pop to
food
With an in-house deli and a menu
focused entirely upon local and
seasonal produce, The Pantry
should be on your foodie hit list
this month
If you weren’t aware of what a fantastic region we live in when it
comes to local produce, then The Pantry will certainly show you. We
popped in for lunch this month to hear about, and taste, some of the
delights which are found right on our doorstep.
The Pantry is another local hot spot that I hadn’t yet explored - well,
except for the takeaway ‘Friday treat’ chocolate brownie, which I
must add was insanely delicious. With the promise of local fresh
produce, I was most excited.
As I looked through the menu, there wasn’t anything that didn’t
look appealing. It had everything from chargrilled halloumi, Welsh
rarebit and cured Suffolk bacon chop to deli boards, rib eye steaks
and sandwiches. And the specials board also had lots on offer. This is
changed frequently, due to the inspiration The Pantry gets from its
suppliers as well as what’s hot seasonally. Personally, it’s things like
this which create a faultless menu. In a bid to stick with The Pantry’s
recommendations, we opted for the scallops from the specials board
to start, and the smashed avocado bruschetta. Parma ham and
balsamic vinegar made the perfect accompaniment to the scallops,
and the creamed avocado on sourdough was also a hit. The toasted
seeds and lemon meant we had a really refreshing start.
Seeing the sun had decided to put his hat on, I went for the chicken
superfood salad. It was jampacked with leafy greens, red onion,
beetroot, tomatoes, chick peas and avocado. The chargrilled chicken
on top meant it was really filling, and the dressing was light, not too
overwhelming and incredibly tasty.
We also tried the wild mushroom rigatoni with spinach. The sauce
was rich and again, packed full of flavour.
As if this wasn’t enough, we couldn’t help but devour dessert too.
It was summer pudding and The Pantry’s famous triple chocolate
brownie which made the cut. The summer pudding was full of sweet
berries, and the sponge was light. This too, was perfect considering
the glorious sunshine. Now I know that you wouldn’t usually finish a
salad with a brownie, but it was completely worth it! I perhaps wasn’t
saying that when I then dragged myself running later that evening,
but it was everything you’d want from a brownie... rich, gooey and
indulgent.
If you’ve not got time for lunch, explore their in-house deli and
picnic hampers. Whether you’re off to the races or perhaps heading
somewhere else, The Pantry has some really beautiful hamper
options, all of which are served in traditional wicker baskets with
cutlery, plates and napkins, meaning everything’s covered. A typical
classic picnic hamper has sandwiches of your choice, from Exning
smoked salmon, Suffolk ham or Binham blue cheese. There are
also Newmarket sausage rolls, Scotch eggs, Corkers crisps and
homemade scones with jam and clotted cream. Other hamper
options are available, or you can perhaps build your own. Whether
you’d prefer antipasti, quiches or perhaps a fresh dressed salad,
The Pantry is on it. If you’re quick, you may just be able to sort your
Ladies Day picnic!
Whether it’s a Pantry picnic to-go, a light lunch, or perhaps an
evening dinner, The Pantry really has got homemade quality down to
a fine art.
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Food
Q&A with Anne-Marie, owner at The Pantry
Where do you source your meat and fish?
We source our meat and fish from our neighbours, Eric
Tennant Quality Butchers, and Fish! an award-winning
fishmongers.
What about your cheeses?
These come through a Cambridge cheesemongers called
Cheese Plus. Some of our favourites are Suffolk Gold and
Blue, from Suffolk Farmhouse Cheeses and Mrs. Temple’s
award-winning Binham Blue from Norfolk.
What else do you source locally?
Lots! Our deli has a continuously growing range of produce
from Suffolk, as well as Norfolk and Cambridgeshire. From
Suffolk alone, we have chocolate bars and chocolate gifts,
sauces, jams, chutneys, dressings and even bacon jam! On
our menu we have Suffolk salamis and chorizo made from
pork which is reared and cured at Lane Farm in Brundish.
What is your favourite locally-sourced ingredient?
That’s a difficult one... but right up there is our 9oz rib eye
steak sourced from local farms by our butchers, Eric Tennant.
It is so tender and full of flavour... a firm favourite with our
customers too!
What is the main reason you choose to use so much
local produce?
Firstly, by using our neighbouring businesses as suppliers, we
receive the most fantastically fresh produce on a daily basis,
and have built a great relationship with them, ensuring we get
the best quality produce. It means a lot to us to support local
businesses and also our town centre. Our fresh food deliveries
are literally walked to our door and our wine is wheeled round
to us from Corney and Barrow. This is the best way we know
to keep down our food miles. It was always our intention to
source locally; however, when we started our journey, we had
no idea just how much our county and region had to offer, and
it just keeps growing.
The Pantry
Unit 17, The Guineas Shopping
Centre, Newmarket, CB8 8EQ
Tel: 01638 661181
www.thepantryfinefoods.com
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Venue
The Mane
Event
From family weekends to couple retreats and
picturesque weddings, Rosewood Pavilion, set on a
private stud, has it all
Located in rural Chippenham, Rosewood
Pavilion really does need to be on your
radar. Set in acres of idyllic green space
on a private stud, there’s a lot on offer, no
matter what the occasion. Beyond the
private gates, the driveway leads you
through the exclusive surroundings where
you can feast your eyes on the finest
Cambridgeshire countryside.
If you’re looking for a local getaway one
weekend or perhaps even a mid-week
break, take a look at Rosewood’s premium
lodges. Sleeping between 4-8, they’re
ideal for families, couples or even groups
of friends. With a hot tub overlooking the
Rosewood Stud
Freckenham Road,
Chippenham, CB7 5QH
Tel: 01638 723155
www.rosewoodpavilion.co.uk
lake, we can’t see there’s much more you
would want, other than perhaps a bottle of
bubbles! Who’d have thought that this was
right on our door step?
If you’re looking for an exclusive wedding
venue, Rosewood Pavillion is licensed for
ceremonies on site and can accommodate
up to 300 guests for a seated dinner.
Whether you’re looking for a blank canvas
or something already complete, the
pavilion has everything you need, all under
one roof.
Set in an abundance of greenery, this
should be where you’re headed if you’re
wanting something private, peaceful and
personal. Make your vows in their stunning
outdoor garden, weather permitting of
course! We’ve been reliably informed that
the weather has been glorious for all the
weddings they’ve held to date, why not see
if you can keep this run going?
If you aren’t blessed with sunshine, there
is also an indoor setting for weddings that
overlooks the lake and water feature.
With floor-length windows, it really does
allow you to fully appreciate the beautiful
outdoor surroundings. Whatever it is
that will make your special day, be sure to
let the on-site planning team know. The
lodges are also ideal for making the most
of the location and welcoming your party.
We really are lucky enough to live in a part
of the country that can offer surroundings
like this, so be sure to go and check it all
out for yourself...
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The Velvet
After revealing the
shortlist last month, we have
now crowned our winners for this year’s
Food & Drink Awards. Congratulations to you all!
First for Local Produce
The Pantry
“We are delighted to have won the First for Local Produce,
championing the wonderful produce, producers and businesses we
have in Suffolk is such an important part of our ethos. Thank you
to all the lovely customers who took the time to vote for us!”
- Anne-Marie and Vincent McKeown
The Pantry
Unit 17, The Guineas Shopping Centre, Newmarket, CB8 8EQ
Tel: 01638 661181. www.thepantryfinefoods.com
Top Tearoom
nancy’s tea shop
“We are absolutely delighted to win Top Tearoom. We would like
to thank everyone who voted for us and our lovely customers who
have supported us in our first 3 years. Why not pop in for a cup of
tea and a slice of cake to celebrate with us?”
- Nancy Clack
Nancy’s Tea Shop
18 Old Station Road, Newmarket, CB8 8DN
Tel: 01638 667064. www.nancysteashop.co.uk
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Food
Congratulations
to both James and
Damian who were
joint winners in
this category with
exactly the
same votes.
Chef of the Year
james fairchild
“I feel honoured just to be nominated for such an award and
then to actually win the award I’m overwhelmed! It’s nice to be
recognised by so many people and I feel very proud. It makes my
job worth while.” - James Fairchild
Bedford Lodge Hotel & Spa
Bury Road, Newmarket, CB8 7BX
Tel: 01638 663175. www.bedfordlodgehotel.co.uk
Chef of the Year
Damian Adams
“I would like to accept the award on behalf of my whole Jockey
Club Catering team here at Newmarket as I could not achieve the
high standards without them. My special thanks must go to Adam
Smith (Sous Chef), Louise Mulvihill, Daniel Wilson, David Wilson
and Paul Buckley.” - Damian Adams
Newmarket Racecourses
Newmarket, CB8 0TG
Tel: 01638 675500. www.newmarketracecourses.co.uk
First for Fine Dining
ravenwood hall hotel
“We are immensely proud to receive this award. The team work
very hard to produce outstanding food and exceptional service,
it means a lot for this to be recognised. We would like to thank all
our loyal guests old and new who voted for us in such a prestigious
category. After 30 years in business to hold the title of First in
Fine Dining is an honour.” - Craig Jarvis
Ravenwood Hall Hotel
Rougham, Bury St Edmunds, IP30 9JA
Tel: 01359 270345. www.ravenwoodhall.co.uk
Best Restaurant
the packhorse inn
“We are delighted to have won ‘Best Restaurant’ in this year’s
Food & Drink Awards. It’s been another great year for The
Packhorse Inn, being recognised both locally and nationally; and
I’d like to thank everyone who voted for us and the whole team
at The Packhorse Inn for delivering a truly exceptional hospitality
experience.” - Philip Turner (Chesnut Group)
The Packhorse Inn
Bridge Street, Moulton, CB8 8SP
Tel: 01638 751818. www.thepackhorseinn.com
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Food
Tuddenham Mill
food
Shetland mussels, Denham lamb
and Suffolk strawberries...
just some of the delights to grace
Tuddenham’s exquisite
lunch menu
Lee Bye
Head Chef
@ Tuddenham Mill
When it comes to exceptional dining, Tuddenham Mill is
undoubtedly up there. Not only has it recently been recognised
as Suffolk’s Best Restaurant in the Suffolk Food and Drink Awards
2016, but its Commis Chef, Max Cameron, has also been named as
Young Chef of the Year, so Tuddenham Mill has lots to shout about
this summer.
Set in the idyllic Suffolk countryside, this traditional watermill offers
some simply stunning views. The mill pond is surrounded by an
abundance of outdoor seating spaces and is even complete with
adorable little ducklings that float peacefully. We called in for lunch
Our menu
is updated
daily and is
very much
dependent on
what produce
the chefs have
decided to
work on that
particular day
this month, but sadly the weather
didn’t allow us to dine al fresco!
We were welcomed by General
Manager, Malcolm and his team,
and shown to our table overlooking
the water. The interior is elegant,
chic and contemporary. “Our menu
is updated daily and is very much
dependent on what produce the
chefs have decided to work on that
particular day,” one of the waitresses
told us. As I glanced through the
menu, it had a very homely and
knowledgeable feel to it. “There
are lots of fantastic flavours on the
menu currently. I would certainly
recommend the English pea soup, the Denham lamb and the
Suffolk strawberries. These are all in season and it’s great to be able
to showcase the very best of Suffolk across our menu,” Malcolm
explained. Following his recommendation, we opted for the
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Food
Tuddenham Mill
High Street, Tuddenham, IP28 6SQ
Tel: 01638 713552
www.tuddenhammill.co.uk
Article by Sammi Nice
English pea soup with ricotta, seeds and nasturtium leaves, and the
Shetland mussels cooked in St Edmund’s beer with garlic and kale
to start. Whilst we waited, we were given complimentary canapés
and warm homemade bread, which was a lovely welcoming touch.
Being a lover of mussels, I’ve certainly had my fair share. These
were absolutely faultless, incredibly fresh tasting, and I couldn’t
believe the sheer size of them. We were also able to try the Angus
short beef rib which was topped with chopped hazelnuts, sea aster,
shiitake mushrooms and soy. It truly was a mix of unique flavours
that just worked.
For the main event, we chose the Denham lamb, which had been
reared down the road, with Jersey Royal potatoes, broad beans,
smoked garlic, feta and sea cabbage and the black bream. The
blushed lamb really did melt in your mouth, and the feta made for
a really different take on the veggies. The cider-drenched bream
was divine. The brown shrimps and leafy greens were cooked to
perfection and the sauce was incredibly rich.
Just when we thought it couldn’t get any better, along came
the real showstopper... dessert! To say I have a sweet tooth is an
understatement, so dessert for me is a dealbreaker. The Suffolk
strawberries with Italian meringue made the cut, as did the bitter
chocolate pot. The meringue had a very intense freshness to it, and
I loved the different textures running throughout. The crushed ice
worked well and the strawberries couldn’t have been sweeter.
As for the chocolate pot, wow! (This will be the real reason I’m
heading back). The cacao was of the perfect richness and, though
raspberry sorbet wouldn’t usually be my first choice, it offered a
refreshing kick at the end. Just heavenly.
Afterwards, we met with Malcolm and Lee to learn a bit more
about the team behind the culinary masterpieces. “For me, it’s
really important that we set ourselves apart from the rest here
at Tuddenham. I really work hard to incorporate seasonal and
local produce into innovative and flavoursome dishes. Our menu
is constantly changing which is again something I think is really
important. We have a really young team in the kitchen; my Sous
Chef, Stuart, is only 23, but his skill set and ability is so advanced.
The energy between us is definitely at the core of our success,” Lee
Bye told us.
It was really refreshing to visit a local gem which is as passionate
about its customers’ dining experience as it is about serving high
quality food and drink. What really topped it off for me, was
the unbelievably reasonable pricing. For just £19.50, I had an
exceptional 3-course meal which was completely faultless. The
whole experience was unforgettable and I cannot wait to head back.
If you’re going to head somewhere new, off the back of a local food
review, I strongly suggest you make this venue top of your list.
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Our
This month’s recipe courtesy of Waitrose
To serve these as a starter or lighter meal,
simply leave out the bread rolls and serve with
salad leaves dressed with the dill mayonnaise
Ingredients:
• 2 tbsp plain flour
• 2 tsp sweet smoked paprika
• 2 medium essential Waitrose Free
Range Eggs, beaten
• 150g pack Cooks’ Ingredients
Panko Breadcrumbs
• 4 Waitrose Skinless & Boneless
Cod Fillet, cut into 12 even-sized
strips
• Vegetable oil, for frying
• 4 tbsp mayonnaise
• 2 tbsp chopped fresh dill
• 4 cornichons, finely chopped
• 4 Waitrose Stonebaked Paysan
Rustica Rolls
• 100g radishes, thinly sliced
• ½ x 90g pack Waitrose Wild
Rocket
Crispy Fish Butties with Dill Mayonnaise
1 Stir together the flour and paprika. Place the seasoned
flour, eggs and breadcrumbs separately into 3 shallow bowls.
Dust the fish with the flour, shaking off any excess, then dip
into the egg and finally the breadcrumbs.
2 Heat a little oil in a large frying pan over medium heat.
Cook the fish, in batches if necessary, for 3–4 minutes on
each side until crisp, golden and cooked through. Drain on
paper towel.
3 Meanwhile, stir together the mayonnaise, dill and
cornichons. Split the bread rolls in half and spread the bases
with the dill mayonnaise.
4 Divide the crispy fish pieces between the rolls, and top
with the radishes and rocket. Place the top of the bun on
and serve the butties warm with a lemon wedge on the side.
Serves 4, prep 15 mins, cook 10 mins

Food & Drink
Heath Court Hotel’s
Summer Showcase
It’s all about local musical talent this summer at the
Best Western Heath Court Hotel
Ladies Day
Racing
Cocktails &
Nibbles
Thursday
7th July
Not only can you enjoy delicious food at
the Best Western Heath Court Hotel this
summer, but every Sunday you can unwind
to music from talented, local musicians.
Playing every Sunday between 5pm and
7pm, students from West Suffolk College
will be playing a range of contemporary
music aimed at the whole family.
The summer evenings will kick off on
Sunday 3rd July, at the start of the
Newmarket Music Festival. First up will
be jazz pianist, Joe Bridges, and acoustic
duo Toby and Lauren, followed the week
after on Sunday 10th, by vocalist Harlee
Cavender and pianist Jordan Culling. And
don’t worry if you can’t make these dates,
as all acts will be performing at least once
more over the last couple of weekends
in July.
Every Sunday you can also enjoy the
hotel’s popular Sunday Carvery. Between
midday and 7pm, you can enjoy a selection
of succulent meats and roasted vegetables
for just £12.95. If you’re bringing the whole
family along, all children under 11 years
of age can eat for half price, and children
under five years of age can eat for free!
Finally, there’s no better way to enjoy a
summer’s evening than with a refreshing
drink listening to relaxing music.
Heath Court Hotel has something on the
menu for every Sunday mood.
Best Western Heath Court Hotel
Moulton Road, Newmarket, CB8 8DY
Tel: 01638 667171
www.bw-heathcourt.co.uk
The tipster
cocktail list
from £3
Horse’s Neck
Brandy, Angostura bitters
and ginger ale
Tequila Sunrise
Tequila, orange juice and grenadine
Peach Bellini
Prosecco and peach purée
A Classic Mojito
Rum, lime juice, soda water
and mint
Singapore Sling
Gin, Cointreau and pineapple juice
Blue Lagoon
Vodka, Blue Curaçao, lime and
lemonade
White Russian
Kahlua, vodka and cream
Woo Woo
Vodka, Archers and cranberry juice
Virgin Bellini
Peach juice, Grenadine and
lemonade
Afterglow
Grenadine and a mixture of orange
and apple juice
B-52
Kahlua, Baileys and Grand Marnier
Baby Guiness
Kahlua and Baileys
Jagerbomb
Jagermeister and Relentless
Cocktails are also available all day
on Ladies day 7th July 2016.
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The
Cambridge
Sugarcraft
Company
Sugarcraft Workshops- Histon
9th July - Create Boys and Girls Birthday Party Cupcakes
16th July - Create ‘Thank you’ Cupcakes by Embossing,
Stamping and ‘Painting’ techniques
Workshop cost: £65 per person
Where the art of sugar comes to life
1:1 and small group tuition available
Or if you would just like to order a cake for any
occasion please Contact Jools Chalder-Mills on:
01223 236599 or 07734 842709
www.cambridgesugarcraftcompany.co.uk

Drink
english
wines
‘Is 2016 the year when the French finally recognise that,
here in England, we can produce wines just as delectable
as theirs?’ asks George Unwin from Baythorne Hall
Earlier this year I found myself reading
that, yet again, in a blind tasting held in
Paris, a panel of French wine professionals
had chosen a selection of English sparkling
wines over a selection of prestigious
Champagnes as their preferred wines.
This seems to
We have
some serious
winemaking
expertise in
this country
be becoming
a regular
occurrence, and,
believe it or not,
there are now
mutterings that
the French are
finally beginning
to accept that we
can produce some very good wine (some
are even purchasing vineyards over here),
and so they should. English sparkling wines
are delicious; they’re mostly produced
following the Champagne method, from the
same grape varieties used in Champagne
and, throughout much of the south of
England, on the same soil type. The only
possible limiting factors, therefore, are the
climate and the skills of the winemaker.
Global warming has certainly helped with
the first of these, and education, experience
and an influx of foreign knowledge
now means that we have some serious
winemaking expertise in this country. The
results are very exciting and the future of
English sparkling wine production looks very
good indeed, but what about still wines,
especially those produced in our region?
As one of the panel of judges at the East
Anglian Wine Awards last week I tasted
a range of wines which hugely impressed
me. The sparkling wines were very good,
but it was the quality of the still whites and
rosés that was most exciting. The dry white
category had the most entries, and it was
of little surprise that the dominant grape
variety on show was Bacchus. This is a
variety that deserves far more recognition,
especially in East Anglia, where I think it
is at its very best. It produces wines that
are fresh, flavoursome and a little lighter in
alcohol (typically 10.5 – 11.5%) than most
dry wines.
The rosé category was smaller, but the
quality was very high. We may struggle to
get black grape varieties ripe enough in this
region to produce top red wines, but they
have plenty of colour in their skins come
Autumn time to produce delicious rosés.
The lovely pale salmon pink colour of most
of the wines on show was their first enticing
characteristic, and then came the delightful
floral aroma and summery flavours on the
palate.
If you’re looking for some lighter, fresher
wines for the summer, then do try
Baythorne Hall
Baythorne End, Halstead
Essex, CO9 4AH
Tel: 01440 785680
www.baythornehall.co.uk
something local. I love to support local
producers wherever possible and, here at
Baythorne Hall, we’re lucky to have the
excellent Tuffon Hall vineyard just down the
road. Its sparkling and still whites and rosés.
are great examples of what we can produce
in East Anglia, and, in the year or so I’ve
been stocking them, they have gained quite
a following, especially during the summer
months. With new producers like Tuffon
Hall now cropping up across the region,
there are a lot of great wines to discover, so
I suggest you start looking today.
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Drink
Refresh with…
Pho’s Spicy
Lemonade
Pho, in Cambridge, have
provided this simple recipe
that gives a Vietnamese twist
on a traditional favourite
Ingredients:
250ml lemonade
50ml ginger juice
10 mint leaves
Ice
Recipe:
Fill each glass to the top with ice, and add
half of the lemonade and ginger juice to
each glass. Add 5 mint leaves
to each glass and stir well.
Serves 2
Pho
1 Wheeler Street,
Cambridge, CB2 3QB
Tel: 01223 350436
www.phocafe.co.uk
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Food
Too early for Christmas?
Apparently not, according to
Sonia and Cheryl, owners at
The Bull Inn
So, we just had to ask... Why Christmas so early?
It may seem early to most of you, but this is now peak booking
season for us with the Christmas events. We had so many people
that we couldn’t get onto our parties or events last year, that
they are not taking the chance this year! We already have lots of
bookings in, with some of the themed party nights only having
limited availability left already! We get large groups of friends and
local companies who return to party with us year on year, who take
advantage of the early booking discounts that we offer.
What is on the agenda for The Bull Inn this Christmas?
This Christmas period is an extra special one at The Bull Inn, as we
are celebrating “10 years of Christmas Parties”, so, if anywhere
knows how to stage a fun-filled party with award-winning food, it’s
us! The first events on this year’s festive calendar are the Murder
Mystery dinners on Friday 18th and Saturday 19th November.
These evenings are closely followed by our legendary tribute
nights. On Saturday 26th November we welcome Robbie Williams
and his band, and then Saturday 2nd December sees Elvis and his
showgirls. We are now well into the Christmas season when the
Viva Decades themed parties take place on Fridays/Saturdays
throughout December.
Of course, in addition to the parties, we offer festive lunches and
dinners – with the special Jingle Bells lunch always being a popular
event. So much so, we have added an extra date this year, on
Sunday 18th December, for the whole family to enjoy!
What makes Christmas at The Bull Inn different?
Christmas is such a fun time of year for us as the whole team looks
forward to it from the moment the previous year’s hectic schedule
comes to a close.
Each year we have a theme for all of the Christmas festivities,
and this year it is Viva Decades. The team members make the
difference between a standard run of the mill Christmas party and
a party at The Bull Inn – they are always first on the dance floor,
and ready and eager to get the party started.
What has been your highlight out of all of the
Christmases you’ve done?
Christmas is such a magical time filled with fun and festivities with
twists and turns along the way, and each year just gets busier and
busier with more events added in. The number of repeat bookings
show that each year is fresh and fun.
Tell us a little more about your Christmas menu...
Our team of chefs pride themselves on still providing the same
quality of food on party nights when we feed in excess of 250
people that we serve all year round. Our talented chefs ensure
that you get a mouth-wateringly good, fresh, piping-hot,
delicious three course meal made with amazing local ingredients.
Some of the dishes on the menu this year to tantalise your taste
buds include flaked salmon & garlic prawn tian with a chilli & lime
dressing and red onion salsa to start, followed by 10-hour slowbraised
steak, silverskins & mushrooms in local ale and creamy
mash, topped off with a delicious chocolate & cointreau terrine,
candied nut dust, chantilly, chocolate sauce. You can view our full
christmas menu by downloading our brochure from our website.
So this year celebrates 10 years of Christmas for you at
The Bull Inn... What are you doing differently this year?
Year on year, our events become more and more popular,
meaning we have to come up with new ideas and themes. We have
introduced an additional Jingle Bells festive sing-a-long lunch,
this year, on Sunday 18th December, as it is so popular. It will be a
festive lunch with a live duo singing all of our favourite Christmas
classics.
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Food
Which event are you most looking forward to?
There is honestly not one event that we look forward to more
than the others, but here’s what some of the team are looking
forward to:
Callum: “The themed party nights are my favourite, as everyone
has such a great time and there is always a great atmosphere and
everyone gets involved.”
Shaun: “I love the Santa’s Sunday lunches, as they are such fun to
get involved with and are that bit different to your normal lunch out,
with the visit from the big guy himself and the girls all dressed as
festive elves.”
Kiera: “I love the tribute nights. The live music and the buzz that
goes along with it make them really good evenings. I’m especially
looking forward to seeing Elvis and his showgirls.”
Jade: “My favourite night to work is New Year’s Eve, as everyone is
already in a great mood and ready to have an amazing party!”
The Bull Inn
The Street, Barton Mills,
Bury St Edmunds, IP28 6AA
Tel: 01638 711001
www.bullinn-bartonmills.com
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Local Events
What’s On
Seventeen things to do in and around Suffolk and Cambridgeshire this month
Mela
Ickworth
Michael Holding
Nordic Walking
This three week course with
instructor Mandy Coar will
help you master the basics.
3rd, 10th & 17th July
Wimpole Estate, Arrington,
Cambs, SG8 0BW
10:00 - 11:15
Tickets: £35
Go Racing
The Moët & Chandon July
Festival includes Ladies Day,
The Gentlemens Day and The
Darley July Cup Day.
7th - 9th July
The Adnams July Course,
Newmarket, CB8 0TG
Racing from 13:00
Admission from £12
Spend a Summer
Evening at Ickworth
Enjoy a unique garden tour,
gourmet barbeques with
‘Ickworth’ cocktails and find out
how to play croquet.
7th & 21st July
Ickworth House, Horringer, Bury
St Edmunds, IP29 5QE
19:00 - 21:30
NT Members £20,
Non-members £26.25
Cambridge Mela Big
Weekend
This celebration of Asian
culture is part of Cambridge’s
Big Weekend of activities and
performances.
10th July
Parker’s Piece, Cambridge,
CB1 1EH
12:00 - 20:00
FREE
Enjoy a Gig in the
Garden
The UK Beach Boys head up
this family music festival, which
also has an acoustic stage,
children’s activities, bar tent
and fabulous food.
8th - 10th July
Wicks Farm, Mendelsham, nr
Stowmarket, Suffolk, IP14 5SN
Music from 12:00 on 9th &
10th July
Admission from £12
Go to a Folk Festival
Ely’s family-friendly Festival
hosts great music acts, with
marquees, camping facilities,
food stalls, trade stands and a
real-ale bar.
8th - 10th July
Ely Outdoor Centre, Downham
Road, Ely, Cambridge, CB6 2SH
Tickets £80 for the weekend
with camping
Cricketer’s Lunch
Meet world-famous West
Indian cricketer and fast bowler
Michael Holding, who will join
you for Sunday lunch followed
by a Q & A.
10th July
Jockey Club Rooms, 101 High
Street, Newmarket, CB8 8JL
12:30 - 15:00
Tickets: £70pp
Learn about the Enigma
of Codebreaking
To illustrate this talk about
codebreaking in the Battle of
the Atlantic, Mark Baldwin
will have with him an Enigma
machine.
14th July
Stapleford Granary, Bury Road,
Stapleford, Cambridge,
CB22 5BP
19:00
Tickets: £8
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Local Events
This month’s
OUTDOOR
EVENTS
Sculptor
Long Melford
Street Fair
This event promises to
be bigger and better with
100 stalls and activities.
10th July
14:00 - 19:00
10k Run
Rebecca Freckleton
FREE
Go to a Newmarket
Night
This evening at the races
features the Kaiser Chiefs live
in concert.
15th July
Adnams July Course,
Newmarket, CB8 0TG
First race 17:40, last race 20:55
From £29
Cambridge 10k Run
Take part in Cancer Research
UK’s Race for Life 2016.
17th July
Parker’s Piece, Cambridge,
CB1 1EH
11:00 – 17:00
Women 16+ £14.99
Girls 6 – 15 & boys 12 or under,
£10
Under 6s FREE
Join Gulliver on his
Travels
Relax and enjoy a picnic in
the beautiful setting of The
Old Rectory Restaurant
Garden and watch this comic,
adventurous adaptation of
Jonathan Swift’s classic story.
23rd July
Wimpole Estate, Arrington,
Cambs, SG8 0BW
19:30 - 21:30
Haverhill Summer
Bash
Celebrating different
talents and services for
local good causes.
17th July
Recreation Ground,
Camps Road, Haverhill,
CB9 8QF
10:00 – 16:00
FREE
Sally Dunham Sculptor
Solo Exhibition
Showcasing her human and
animal sculptures as well as
many new designs from ‘A
moment with Mister Herbert’
collection. Sally will also be
showcasing her second bronze
design ‘The Meaning of life’
15th - 20th July
The Garage Gallery, 152 High
Street, Aldeburgh IP15 5AQ
11:00 - 17:00
FREE
Find out about The
Merrie Wives of St Ives
This specially written comedy,
part of OuseFest, is based
around the story of the man
with 7 wives. Look out for
the cats!
23rd July
Market Hill, St Ives, Cambs,
PE27 5AL
19:00
Tickets: £5 (seats only) or £10
to include BBQ/hog roast
Tickets from £10
Celebrate the Music of
Whitney Houston
This evening’s stellar line up
features rising West End star
Rebecca Freckleton.
29th July
The Apex, Bury St Edmunds,
IP33 3FD
19:30
Tickets: £22.50
Outdoor Cinema
Club
The Goonies (PG) on
Thursday, The Rocky
Horror Show on Friday,
Grease on Saturday.
Bring seating and warm
clothes! Food and drink
avaliable for purchase.
21st - 23rd July
Abbey Gardens, Bury St
Edmunds, IP33 1XL
Gates open at 18:30
Adult £12, Teens £8,
Children £6
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Entertainment
the stage
Four Events
Coming Up...
Article by Marion Treby
Plan your entertainment and read the
latest reviews
Folk hero, singer/songwriter and activist Grace Petrie, of
BBC Radio 4’s The Now Show & Channel 4’s Random
Acts, teams up with the irrepressible, whimsical, yet
fiercely political stand-up comedian Josie Long, winner of
Edinburgh comedy award for Best Show 2010 and 2011.
This double-header show, part of Cambridge Comedy
Festival 20th – 24th July, promises to be fun, silly,
affecting and unusual.
The Cambridge Junction Edinburgh Preview Tent, Jesus
Green, Cambridge, 21st July, 21:00. Tickets: £11
Samuel West stars with Phyllis Logan in this sparkling
comedy looking at life behind the theatrical curtain.
Coward’s central character, self-obsessed but charming
actor Gary Essendine, wrestles with the demands of his
long-suffering secretary, estranged wife and young
playwright as well as a string of would-be seductresses.
Cambridge Arts Theatre, 25th - 30th July, 19:45
Tickets from £18. Tel 01223 357851
www.cambridgeartstheatre.com
Latitude Festival
Headlining on Friday evening at Latitude Festival’s Obelisk
Arena are five piece Indie rock band The Maccabees. With
their previous Mercury-nominated album ‘Given to the
Wild’ dating back to 2012, it’s no surprise that their latest
work, ‘Marks To Prove It’, released in July, is so keenly
awaited. Guitarist Hugo White describes it as “music that’s
exciting and makes us excited.”
Latitude Festival, Henham Park, Beccles, Suffolk, 14th -
17th July. Day ticket: £84.50; weekend tickets: £205.50
Music: The Secret
Garden Party
21st - 24th July, Mill
Hill Field, Huntingdon
Comedy: Bad Guys:
Three Half Pints
22nd July, Junction
Tent, Jesus Green,
Cambridge
Open Air Theatre:
Murder on The Terrace
27th July, Abbey
Gardens, Bury St
Edmunds
Theatre: The Tempest
12th August, Wimpole
Estate, Arrington,
Cambs, SG8 0BW
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Entertainment
look out
Article by Josh Tait
Keep your eyes peeled for our line up of must-see films,
up-and-coming musicians and the next big thing...
10 Cloverfield Lane
Director: Dan Trachtenberg
Stars: John Goodman, Mary Elizabeth Winstead, John Gallagher Jr.
Release Date: 26th July
Despite its somewhat deceptive title, those expecting a straight
sequel to JJ Abrams’ 2008 monster mash may be disappointed.
10 Cloverfield Lane has been labelled a ‘spiritual successor’ and
rather than the city-spanning mayhem of its predecessor, it follows
Michelle (Mary Elizabeth Winstead) who is imprisoned in an
underground bunker following a car crash. John Goodman is terrific
as her captor (or is he?) Howard, as Michelle sets out to discover
the truth behind her terrifying situation. 10 Cloverfield Lane will
keep you guessing, and despite a divisive ending, is one of the year’s
most gripping thrillers.
Bridget Jones’s Baby
Directors: Sharon Maguire
Stars: Renée Zellweger, Colin Firth, Patrick Dempsey
Release Date: 16th September
Ten years have passed since the second instalment of the Bridget
Jones’s Diary series of films. Thankfully for fans, Bridget Jones’s
Baby looks to be steering away from the jarringly bleak plot of
Helen Fielding’s third novel. With Bridget pregnant, the stage is
set for yet another love triangle, and Colin Firth’s beloved Mark
Darcy and newcomer Patrick Dempsey star as the latest pair of
warring suitors. Bridget’s pregnancy could be an interesting twist on
a formula that is likely to be becoming a little stale by now, though
Zellweger and Firth’s chemistry may be enough for some.
CD Review
Metronomy
Summer 08
Release Date: 1st July
Hastily announced in
May, along with lead
single ‘Old Skool’,
Devon electro group
Metronomy’s fifth
studio album bristles
with the confidence of
a band with nothing to
prove. Recorded solely
by founding member
Joseph Mount, album
opener ‘Back Together’
sets the tone with
an effortless blend
of angular guitars,
shimmering synths and
playful lyrics, while Old
Skool is a polished, slick
and understated tune.
By now we know what
Metronomy can do,
and Summer 08 could
well prove to be the
soundtrack to summer.
Top Four
Cinema
Picks
Ghostbusters
11th July
The BFG
22nd July
Coming to a
screen near
you...
Jason Bourne
27th July
Finding Dory
29th July
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Racing
The First
ladies of racing
Pete Townshend takes a look at the female pioneers of horse racing
It would be impossible to deny that, historically, British horseracing
has been a male-dominated industry. Apart from the presence of
royalty, not least the Queen and the Queen Mother, most would
find it quite difficult to name any prominent women prior to the
1970s or even 1980s.
It is for this reason that here at Velvet we want to celebrate
those often forgotten pioneers of racing, all those strong, sassy,
determined trailblazers whose dogged tenacity paved the way for
the female champions of today to ride side by side with (and often
ahead of) their male counterparts.
Queen Anne
Founder of Ascot Racecourse
One of the earliest, and arguably most prominent women in British
horseracing over the past 350 years, was Queen Anne. A lover of
horses, it was out on one of her rides near to Windsor Castle in 1711
that she first discovered the area of heathland that would become
Ascot Racecourse.
To celebrate this contribution to racing, the opening event of Royal
Ascot is marked by The Queen Anne Stakes, a deserving tribute,
but one that is a rarity for our other female pioneers.
Mrs. Thornton
One of the first and most colourful female jockeys
Originally Alicia Meynell and born in 1782, the self-titled Mrs.
Thornton was quite probably the only female jockey of the 19th
century. In 1804, this glamorous, blue-eyed beauty raced against
her brother-in-law, Captain William Flint, for a bet of £1,500.
Although losing the race, her skillful riding and colourful attire
caused such a stir that a company of light dragoons was required
to control the enormous crowds. One newspaper at the time is
quoted as saying, “Never did a woman ride in better style.”
Ellen chaloner
First female trainer
Her Majesty The Queen opens the Millenium
Grandstand at Newmarket’s Rowley Mile Course
Daughter of legendary trainer, John Osborne, and wife to jockey
and trainer, Tom Chaloner, Ellen enjoyed a life closely associated
with racing.
Following her husband’s death in 1886, she successfully gained a
licence to train in Newmarket and took over his operation, making
her the very first female racehorse trainer in Britain.
Two of her sons also went on to become successful jockeys and
trainers, and Ellen continued her involvement in racing until her
death in 1944.
Despite her achievements, 80 years passed before the next
female trainer was recognised by the authorities.
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Racing
modern day legends
The first racing licences were granted to female jockeys in 1972,
and since then the sport has seen a huge transformation.
In 1977 Charlotte Brew became the first woman to ride in The
Grand National, followed by Geraldine Rees becoming the first
woman to win this great steeplechase in 1982.
A few years later saw the emergence of Alex Greaves, who, by
the time she retired, was considered Britain’s most successful
female jockey, riding around 300 winners.
Since then, women have been a regular feature at the top of
the horseracing game, with the likes of Hayley Turner, Kirsty
Milczarek and Cathy Gannon consistently stamping their
authority over their male counterparts.
Aside from the jockeys themselves, women are also present in
the highest echelons of power in the industry. Kirsten Rausing
is a prime example: one of the richest women in Britain, this
former Director of the National Stud is a member of the Jockey
Club and owner of Lanwades Stud in Newmarket, not to mention
a current Director of the British Bloodsock Agency.
Hayley Turner
Florence nagle
The dawn of a new era
Florence Nagle began training racehorses in the 1920s. However,
continuing gender inequalities prevented her from being granted
a licence in her own name. This forced Florence and fellow female
trainers Norah Wilmot, Auriole Sinclair and Louise Dingwall to
employ men to hold licences on their behalf.
After a number of rejected applications, Florence’s determination
took her battle all the way to the High Court where, in 1966, both
Florence and Norah Wilmot were eventually granted licences to
train racehorses in the UK. This victory marked the beginning of a
new era in the industry.
Betty Tanner
First woman to ride the Newmarket Town Plate
The Newmarket Town Plate is the oldest organised race in history,
and is hailed as being the birth of modern organised racing. It was
instigated by King Charles II in 1666 and is raced on the same
Newmarket circuit to this day. In 1923, Betty Tanner unwittingly
discovered that the Town Plate fell outside the rules of the racing
authorities at the time, making it open to female riders.
She took advantage of this loophole and made history that year
by taking part in the race. Although not victorious, she paved the
way for many other female riders. In 1925 Eileen Joel became the
first woman to win the Plate, which quickly became the race for
women.
Thanks to the contributions of all these women, horseracing is
now celebrated as one of the only professional sports where men
and women can compete against each other on an even field.
So, join us in celebrating the forgotten female pioneers whose
actions have come together throughout history to play a part in
making horseracing the great sport that it is today.
Special thanks to Esther Harper of King’s College, London, for her
kind research assistance.
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We catch up with Mark
Cordell, Chief Executive of
Ourburystedmunds, to discover
more about the independent
businesses that make the town
so special.
“Bury town centre has always had a
thriving independent business sector,
and I am absolutely delighted to say
that despite the challenges of recent
recessions and the creation of the arc
Shopping Centre, Bury St Edmunds
remains a showcase for independent
businesses.
Ourburystedmunds is the Business
Improvement District (BID) for the
town, which represents over 400 town
centre businesses. At the last count,
57.2% of town centre businesses are
independent, compared to the national
average of 41.4%. There’s even an
independent business on every street
of the town centre!
There are so many reasons to shop
with independent businesses in Bury
St Edmunds. Not only do they offer
unique products and services and
provide fantastic levels of service,
but, for every £1 you spend with a
small to medium-sized business, 63p
stays in the local economy, compared
to 40p with a larger business.”
Getting to know
independent
bury st edmunds
We meet the people behind the independent
businesses of Bury St Edmunds
Retail
1. Pocket Watch & Petticoats
Sophia and Adrian opened Pocket Watch and Petticoats in St John’s Street, a sister
boutique to her Ipswich store, this spring. “When I saw a vacancy in St John’s Street, THE
independent street in Bury St Edmunds, we jumped at the chance quicker than a Ginger
Rogers dance routine!” says Sophia.
Selling glamorous vintage inspired clothing from sizes 6-26, Sophia explains, “Whether
you’re a pocket rocket or a curvaceous goddess, our items nip you in at the right places,
embracing womanly curves to show off the ultimate hourglass figure! Seeing is believing
with all of our dresses.”
Since opening the boutique, winning Independent Business of The Year, having to deal with
celebrity shoppers (Ruby Wax if we’re name dropping!) and managing the Pocket Watch
and Petticoats Facebook page, which is very popular and frequently receives five star
ratings, Sophia says her feet haven’t touched the ground.
10 St John’s Street, Bury St Edmunds, IP33 1SQ
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Retail
2. Cabana
Cabana will be celebrating their 10 year anniversary this
September having been successfully trading ever since they
opened. Their journey began by stocking predominantly swimwear
but, around four years ago, they made the decision to start
supplying lingerie and nightwear too. “Later this year, we’re going
to be offering out customers an amazing new leisurewear range by
Seafolly which is really exciting.” Jackie told us. “Bury St Edmunds
is a really supportive town and we will always recommend other
local retailers if we cannot help the customer in our shop.”
she continued. “For us at Cabana, it’s all about offering great
customer service and knowledge. Different brands fit in different
ways, so we urge customers to try things on, in order for us to
help them. We get a really wide range of customers through the
door which makes every day different.”
26 Hatter Street, Bury St Edmunds, IP33 1NE
Tel: 01284 700204
www.cabana-uk.com
3. Thurlow Champness
Thurlow Champness, on Bury’s historic Abbeygate Street, has
been a purveyor of luxury items since 1815. The family business
has chosen to stay loyal to its high street roots by not selling
on-line, as it believes that purchasing jewellery is an experience
that should be enjoyed, and therefore requires the personal touch
if great customer service is going to be delivered.
Their strength lies in their dedication to maintaining the trust
and confidence of customers by providing exceptional personal
service and unrivalled expertise.
Whilst Thurlow Champness stocks exclusive brands such as Rolex
and fine diamonds, its sister store TC2, just around the corner,
offers a more accessible collection. TC2 houses fashion brands
such as Links of London and Thomas Sabo.
14 Abbeygate Street, Bury St Edmunds, IP33 1UN
Tel: 01284 754747
www.thurlowchampness.com
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Retail
4. House of Snow
The bridalwear boutique, House of Snow, stocks brands such as
Jenny Packham and Pronovias, and is one of Bury St Edmunds’
newest retailers. Having only opened the business at the
end of May, House of Snow’s owner, Harriet Snow has been
overwhelmed by the customer response and the support from
other business owners.
“Having not come from Bury or known the area greatly, we have
met so many wonderful people, whether they’ve been our brides
or other businesses on the street. Bury St Edmunds is a very
friendly, welcoming town, and I feel honoured to be a part of it,”
explains Harriet.
Appreciating the need to align with the digital world, House Of
Snow’s Instagram page offers great inspiration to anyone planning
a wedding. When not attending to brides, Harriet can be found
busily updating Facebook and Twitter, letting us all know what’s
new at the House of Snow.
5. Abbeygate Lighting
Abbeygate Lighting is a true family business offering every kind
of decorative lighting imaginable. Its impressive range includes
all the latest trends, from contemporary to traditional, as well as
a collection that evolves to accommodate the latest fashions in
home interiors.
Area Manager of Abbeygate Lighting, Sarah Gooch champions
Bury St Edmunds as a great place to retail. “We have a great
shopping environment, with many events happening throughout
the year; the town always feels vibrant. Bury has changed over
the past 10 years and trade is up. The newness of the arc shopping
centre brings a modern aspect to a very traditional town, which is
working well,” Sarah continues.
23-24 Abbeygate Street, Bury St Edmunds, IP33 1UN
Tel: 01284 754440
www.abbeygatelighting.co.uk
5a Hatter Street, Bury St Edmunds, IP33 1LZ
Tel: 01284 488188
www.houseofsnow.co.uk
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Retail
6. Bliss Hair Studios
Melanie Fairweather will soon be celebrating her fifth year running
her business, Bliss Hair Studios in Langton Place.
My team at Bliss are all passionate about hair and have a flair for
noticing the latest styles and trends “looking at the catwalk this
season super straight looks almost glass-like are on trend so we
are anticipating reaching for those ghd Hair Straighteners again”
says Melanie
Of course being on trend is not only important but maintaining
healthy hair is a top priority for Bliss with the use and sale of
quality products like Redken, L’Oréal and Goldwell.
Melanie says she loves being part of Bury St Edmunds and would
like to thank all customers and other local businesses for their
continued support.
15 Langton Place, Bury St Edmunds, IP33 1NE
Tel: 01284 761332
www.blisshairstudios.com
7. Nicola Sexton
Nicola Sexton opened her shoe boutique six years ago, and in
that time has not only launched her own brand that’s successful
internationally, but has also expanded to offer key pieces of
clothing. “My customers’ ages range from 30, to well in to their
late 70’s. I have realised that they expect a unique collection
from us both in footwear and clothing. I think that is why my own
label has proved so popular alongside the other brands that are
exclusive to me in the UK,” says Nicola.
To keep up to date, Nicola appreciates the internet, but
understands the importance of a high street presence.
She explains, “We notice that a lot of local people use our website
as a catalogue to view before they visit the shop to buy, so our
physical shop and internet store compliment each other and
together offer incredible customer service.”
33 Abbeygate Street, Bury St Edmunds, IP33 1LW
Tel: 01284 760011
www.nicolasexton.co.uk
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Retail
8. Bohm & Bee
Bohm and Bee, which opened earlier this year, stocks an enviable
collection of ladieswear. From stylish IIse Jacobsen raincoats to
shirts that are made locally by Wolf In Sheep’s Clothing, alongside
Bohm & Bee’s own collection which has a clear Scandi vibe.
Lucy and Caroline are local to Bury and, since opening the store,
have been overwhelmed with the support they have received, with
trade exceeding all expectations.
“Luella, our British brand but made in Italy, has a variety of linen
dresses, funky cashmere jumpers and cardigans, and has been a
sell out this season,” says Lucy.
“We are now looking forward to the brand’s A/W collection and
hope the stylish ladies of Bury will continue to enjoy the pieces we
select for the store,” continues Lucy.
82 St John’s Street, Bury St Edmunds, IP33 1SQ
Tel: 01284 722980
www.bohmandbee.co.uk
9. Sneezums
Sneezums is a fourth generation business, owned by sisters Liz
Sneezum and Yvonne Scotford-Sneezum. Sneezums is one of the
oldest family businesses in Bury St Edmunds and was started by
the sisters’ great grandfather, Henry, in 1874. Sneezums is ideal
if you are looking for a special gift or even a treat for yourself.
With 22 brands of watches, beautiful jewellery and being optical
and photographic specialists, there’s a huge variety! Key brands
include Leica, Swatch and Nomination. See their website for a
full listing. “Bury St Edmunds continues to thrive. During our 142
year history, we have seen many changes. However, whilst we
are always looking for ‘the next new thing’, one thing will remain
unchanged, our personal customer service! We firmly believe
Bury St Edmunds IS the jewel in Suffolk’s crown, and our town
attracts visitors from all over East Anglia,” says Liz.
Sneezums, 10 Cornhill, Bury St Edmunds, IP33 1BH
Tel: 01284 752634
www.sneezums.co.uk
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Velvet’s one-stop shop for all your health, fashion and beauty desires
Chewing the Fashion Cud p58
Holiday Beauty Countdown p69
Sprints, Sandbags and Squats p73

Fashion
Fashion
Written by Gemma Treby
The
#On Trend
Tie died, dip died, drip died, take your pick
1. Dea Kudibal Dress, £199, Javelin, Bury St Edmunds
2. Vilagallo Dress, £119, www.fivesixblue.co.uk
3. Kalypdo Pant, £69, Anna, Bury St Edmunds
4. Lily and Lionel Scarf, £125, Boudoir Femme, Cambridge
Calling all
models
Save the Date:
6th October 2016
This October, we will be
raising the bar once again for
the much anticipated Velvet
Fashion Show. It’s all about
locality; supporting local
brands and putting local people
on the catwalk. If you would
like to strut your stuff this year,
email info@velvetmag.co.uk
for further details.
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Fashion
Genese London ‘Roxy’
Colour Block Pencil Dress
£145, Nicola Sexton,
Bury St Edmunds
Genese London ‘Lulu’
Lime Gold Zip Blouse,
£119, Nicola Sexton, Bury
St Edmunds
Think stand-out statement pieces,
cutting edge prints and perfect
silhouettes.
Genese is a brand that has recently
celebrated its 25th birthday and takes pride
in the fact that the collection is designed
and made in-house by a talented team
of designers, who keep their eyes on the
current catwalk trends and latest looks worn
by our favourite celebs and A-listers.
The brand’s aim is to make you look a
million dollars without the huge price tag!
Luxury fabrics and embellishments are the
backbone of Genese’s latest collection,
which offers a mix of dresses that are
perfect for occasions or casual pieces
such as this lime green shirt which has a
stand-out zip detailing at the back.
Style Awards
Newmarket’s July Festival will host the
‘Style Awards’, with thousands of pounds worth
of prizes up for grabs. Our Velvet Mag editor
will be on the panel helping to judge the best
dressed lady, gent and couple.
A/W16 collections (gulp…) will be hitting
stores by the end of the month. Keep
your eyes peeled for this autumn’s most
anticipated trends.
Velvet sportswear, shiny and tight vinyl
trousers, sequins and statement earrings.
“If there’s ever an occasion to flex your style muscles, it’s
Ladies Day at Newmarket. Prep, prep and more girlie prep
goes into Newmarket’s most glamorous day in the diary, and
the prospect of winning a ‘Style Award’ this year seems to
have upped the anti to stratospheric proportions. It’s an
honour and a privilege to pick our best-dressed lady, and,
for me, I like to see effort, co-ordination and elegance. A
token gesture to a key trend, like frills, shoulders or stripes for
example, will give the edge; nothing should be too short or lowcut,
and heels should be a sensible height. In a season of cropped
tops and raised hemlines, dressing for Ladies Day this year will
have its challenges, so it will always pay to remember your outfit
should be more Buckingham Palace than Brighton beach!”
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Fashion
Solillas Gold Glitter Sandals, £52,
Javelin, Bury St Edmunds
ELIA B Clean Cut Slider
Sandals in Rose Gold
£55, Boudoir Femme,
Cambridge
Fope Lovely Daisy 18ct Yellow
Gold Disc Bracelet, £410,
Mappin & Webb, Cambridge
Gold Hairband, £4.50,
Nicola Sexton, Bury St Edmunds
Lemar Metal Round
Sunglasses, £16, Topshop,
Bury St Edmunds
Chain Slim
Choker, £35,
Whistles,
Cambridge
Embossed Metallic
Leather Tote, £79.99,
Zara, Cambridge
Diane von Furstenberg
Bellini Bag, £175, Anna,
Saffron Walden
Going For Gold
We’ve taken inspiration ahead of the Olympics in Rio
next month and going for gold when it comes to accessories...
Joaquim Ferrer Gold Sandals £279,
Nicola Sexton, Bury St Edmunds
Coach Ladies Gold-Plated
Bracelet Watch, £195, Ernest
Jones, Bury St Edmunds
Porsche Design
Sunglasses, £279
Scotts Eyecare,
Newmarket
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Fashion
Apple Watch Hermès
J Brand
‘Inhale fashion, exhale style,’ says Ludy,
our favourite outspoken lifestyle blogger
Valentino
Valentino
Erickson Beamon
Zara
I despise cheap clothing; I abhor lycra, loathe nylon and shudder
at any synthetic garment accompanied by a ‘wash me as you
please’ label, as I am bombproof and flammable. However, times
are definitely changing. In the last decade, the rise of affordable
fashion, which is casually displayed after the meat and veg sections
of your supermarkets, has slowly filtered through our culture, hand
in hand with the dreaded and socially-acclaimed sense of austerity.
Don’t get me wrong, saving cash is genius, and oh so very politically
correct, BUT always remember that less is more. The reality is
that, for the first time ever, the young generation has less earning
power than their parents. ‘Spend wisely and make it last’ is your new
mantra, so dismiss opulence in favour of a ‘wise investment spend’.
The winning card lies in investing in core pieces which may initially
shock our wallets, but, when chosen wisely, they will skip along
loyally with us for a very lasting time.
There is a very astute road we can follow in order to reach our visual
fashion highlights without having to resort to cheap imitations or
dreaded fakes. Our canny style mission may feel like a daunting
task, given we are fed such obscene lavishness, but we will start
by visualising our own personal style and promise to be creative.
Your winning wardrobe staples will simply offer a stylish alternative
instead of a blatant imitation. Meanwhile, keep dreaming big, and
never EVER regret investing in a wardrobe icon. Focus on your
new-found fashion mantra, ‘inhale fashion, exhale style’.
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Fashion
Do’s
• Balance your outfits. One bling
element is plenty to focus on
against a backdrop of high street.
• Statement watch/jewellery. You’re
better off with a Swatch Watch or a
funky G-shock, than any wannabe
fake gold bling arm candy.
• Always collect vintage pieces.
• High street finds should fit you
like a glove, thus exuding a look
of sheer perfection, regardless of
what your price tag dictates.
• Take off one item before leaving
the door… Best tip ever!
• Take inspiration from
@matchesfashion or @netaporter
collections before browsing the
high street.
Topshop
K Jacques St Tropez
Dont’s
• Invest in expensive, of the
moment, over-the-top fashion
items such as a four-figure silk
bomber… really? Have fun in
Topshop or Zara instead.
• Buy identical like-for-like
imitations or fakes.
• Don’t rest your loyalty with one
brand. Too much of one brand at
once is never advisable.
• Be too fashion conscious! Stay
timeless. Only one item per outfit,
please.
IAM by Illeana Markri
Mansur
Gavriel
• Never have a fashionable haircut!
Eeeek!
• Buy plastic handbags. Even Zara
provides leather, so there are no
excuses.
Visit velvetmag.co.uk for Ludy’s staple pieces
Ludy’s blog - www.ludy.co.uk
Instagram - @ludy.co.uk
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Fashion
Anna
Zahra
Off-The-Shoulder
Cropped Top in Natural
White, £7.99, H&M
Off-The-Shoulder Top,
£29.99, Zara
Shorts, TK Maxx
Twill Shorts in Olive
Green, £12.99, H&M
Shoes: Dr. Martens
Converse All Star Low White
Canvas, £44.99, Office
Sharna
STYLE FILE:
Strawberries
& Creem Festival
Last month, Velvet headed to
Strawberries & Creem Festival to
catch a glimpse of what the festival
goers were wearing...
Petra Neon Zip Mac in
Khaki, £15, Booho
Ella
Fringe Printed
Crossbody Bag,
£22.99, Zara
Basic Velvet Choker
Necklace, £5,
www.asos.com
Crotchet Trim Crop Top,
£28, Rare @ Topshop
Strappy Sandals in
Camel, £12.99, H&M
Hunter Wellington
Boots, £100,
www.hunterboots.com
Super Rip Ashley
Shorts, £28, Topshop
Playsuit, Pretty Little Thing
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Fashion
Occasional
Capsule wardrobe
We’ve rounded up a few versatile items to give
you an on-trend capsule wardrobe for all of your
summer parties, weddings and race meetings
Vilagallo Tracey Jacket
£189, Anna, Saffron Walden
Gestuz Vega Silk Singlet
£79, Boudoir Femme, Cambridge
Cliopatra Studded T-Bar Court Shoe
£80, Dune, Cambridge
Laser-Cut Leather Ballet Flats
£39.99, Zara, Cambridge
Organza Prom Midi Skirt
£55, Topshop, Bury St Edmunds
Bess Sleeveless Bardot Top
£35, Hobbs, Bury St Edmunds
Tumbled Croc Perry Clutch
£75, Whistles, Cambridge
Broderie Dress
£199, Karen Millen, Cambridge
Steilmann Striped Skirt
£39, Martha V, Newmarket
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Beauty
Article by Gemma Treby
Notebook
Beauty
Dermalogica
IonActive Power
Treatment
This month, Sammi tried out Dermalogica’s new IonActive Power Treatment
Promising to target almost all
skin concerns (acne, dehydration,
pigmentation and aging), this new
professional treatment drives ingredients
faster and further into your skin.
The IonActives are converted into
electrically-charged atoms which means
they’re supercharged for optimal product
penetration.
“I had the Niacinamide treatment which
helps to target and prevent breakouts. Mel
at Essential Therapy used the Ultrasound
wand to push the product into my skin,
followed by the Endothermal Gelloid, a
cooling gel-like product that helped seal
the benefits of the active ingredients and
calm the skin. It felt really refreshing and
my skin has never looked clearer. It felt
and looked incredible for over a week
afterwards and I can’t wait to go again.
Whether you have acne-prone skin,
dehydrated skin, ageing skin or blemished
skin, Mel will sort it.”
Treatment available by
Mel Sunshine @ Essential Therapy
Glebe Lodge, Barnham, IP24 2NB
Tel: 07802631144
www.essential-therapy.com
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Beauty
From The Beauty Desk
Top new beauty picks for July
1. Sally Hansen Nail Polish in Barracuda, £6.99, Superdrug,
Bury St Edmunds
2. Bobbi Brown Limited Edition Highlighting Powder,
£34, John Lewis, Cambridge
3. Benefit Brow Zings Eyebrow Shaping Kit, £24.50,
Debenhams, Cambridge
4. Redken High Rise Volume Shampoo, £14;
Conditioner, £15.50, Hairkandi, Newmarket
5. Elemis Hydra-Boost Sensitive Day
Cream, £39, The Spa at Bedford Lodge
Tried & Tested
#Microblading
A relatively new technique to the
UK, this form of semi-permanent
make up allows individual hair
strokes to be created in the brow
area. Microblading not only gives a
finer hair stroke line than traditional
methods, but, due to the formulation
of the pigments, does not fade with
that pink or blue hue which can be
the tell-tale sign of semi-permanent
eyebrows. Gemma had her eyebrows
microbladed with Emma Peters.
Read about her experience and see
the pictures at velvetmag.co.uk
16th July 2016
you ask
Should I take a break from eyelash extensions?
“Some lash salons advise it, some don’t! I personally have clients who have had their
extensions on for over three years without taking a break, and their natural lashes still
look healthy and strong. Others with weaker natural lashes, or who have a build up of
make-up and bacteria may need to have a rest. It is a huge shock for long-term lash
wearers to have their extensions removed. So, to alleviate the loss of eyelash extensions,
you can use a lash growth serum or have a lash tint and lift.”
Kelly Pegrum, The Lash Lounge, Exning 07796 786830
We’ve rounded up our top three favourite
lipsticks. You can’t go wrong with a true
rich red...
1. Tom Ford Lip Colour in Flame, £38,
John Lewis, Cambridge
2. Maybelline Colour Sensational Lipstick in
Are You Red-Dy, £6.99, Boots,
Bury St Edmunds
3. NEW Charlotte Tilbury Hot Lips
Collection in ‘Tell Laura’, £23,
www.charlottetilbury.com
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holiday beauty countdown
Get holiday ready with this timely advice from Velvet’s beauty expert, Anna Philbin
Beauty
weeks to go
If you haven’t already started, get yourself down the gym - HIIT training is a great quick
fixer. Alternatively, a squat challenge or abs challenge is always good to add to a routine
– quick and easy, and just enough time to show improvement! Also, drink lots and lots of
water and ease up on the tea, coffee and fizzy drinks - caffeine is a no-no when it comes
to the war on cellulite. Beauty-wise, get body brushing and exfoliating - you want fresh
new radiant skin for the first time you dip your toe in the pool. For at home I love Elemis
Lime and Ginger Salt Glow, it’s super toning, and with its unique blend of oils and sea
salt, it re-mineralises the skin. Don’t want to break the budget? Go for Soap & Glory’s
Breakfast Scrub (smells delicious)! Fancy a treat? Then visit SK Clinic in Bury St Edmunds
- their Tropical Saltmousse Glow is to die for, and you get to choose from two totally
tropical combinations… my favourite is Pineapple-Papaya!
weeks to go
Throw in some PT sessions or classes at
the gym to give your workout an extra
boost before you’re knee deep in paella
and Sangria! Time for a haircut – a trim
just before your holiday means luscious
hair on holiday, and you need healthy hair
to go away with, otherwise those beachy
waves will look more like dragged through
a bush backwards hair! A facial a few
weeks before your holiday is the perfect
way to prepare your skin for holiday
and to leave you glowing. Try Pevonia’s
Plantomer Hydrating Facial at SK Clinic;
it maximises hydration, which is just what
you need pre-holiday!
weeks to go
If you’re into sunbeds, then now is the
time to start a course. Pure Beauty in
Newmarket has some great stand-up
sunbeds. Don’t overdo it and keep well
moisturised if you’re going for gold this
way. Dry, leather handbag skin is not
a cool look, and I’d only advise a few
sunbeds pre-holiday to prepare the skin
for the heat; otherwise, pick up a
moisturiser with gradual tan. St Tropez
now offers one which has an instant hint
of bronze, so you can see what you’re
doing when applying, as well as looking
pretty fine pre-holiday.
week to go
Eeek, it’s here! This is when things get serious! First, you can’t beat a bikini wax from Pure
Beauty, they are pure perfectionists, and, whilst you’re there, treat yourself to a bright
holiday OPI Gel Polish, not forgetting the toes. They have a gold glitter that is perfect for
showing off tanned hands and feet, and goes with everything! Final finishing touch – lash
extensions! No mascara needed, they look good even round the pool, and you’ll save loads
of time taking off your make up too. Pay a visit to Salon at Number 5, Newmarket or
Cambridge, for luxury mink lashes, and, if you don’t want to go OTT on the lashes, you can
go for a half set for a more natural look- et voilà!
So now you’re toned, tanned, have perfect skin, hair and nails, it must be time to go!
See you at duty free (who am I kidding - the bar!). Don’t forget your passport! x
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Hot list
Healthy
Health
Spice Up Your Life
They may not look like much, but even the smallest sprinkle of spice can be
enough to reap some serious benefits
cayenne
pepper
Cayenne pepper is
great for boosting
your metabolism,
improving circulation
and even relieving
aches and pains.
A small sprinkle
on your eggs at
breakfast, your salad
at lunch, or even
your evening meal, is
enough.
Written by Sammi Nice
cinnamon
Cinnamon can help
to stabilise your blood
sugar levels and aid
digestion. It’s also
known for having a high
level of antioxidants
and being a good
source of magnesium,
iron and calcium. We
suggest adding it to your
morning oats, smoothie
or yoghurt.
turmeric
Turmeric is another powerful
antioxidant and
anti-inflammatory which can
aid digestion. It’s also known
for its disease-preventing
properties. This one’s a little
harder to incorporate into
our daily routines, but try
adding a pinch into your
scrambled eggs or omelette.
It also works well with roasted
veggies or any rice-based
dishes.
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Yoga for Sport
Paula Ahlberg explains how yoga can help an
athlete’s performance
The summer months inspire many of us to get out the running shoes and polish
up the bike. Even though the British summer is unpredictable, there is nothing
like getting outside to exercise. However, most athletes know that overstretching
may impact performance.
Yoga postures are not stretches as such, but a series of focused isometric
contractions coupled with specific breathing patterns that yield gains in flexibility,
mobility and strength. If you are in training for an event, add one full day of yoga
practice in an instructor-led class during a day when you would normally do a light
workout, or when you would normally have recovery. Incorporate 15 minutes of
yoga practice after training sessions. Pick just three or four poses each day and
work on them to feel the incredible benefit.
Classes range from beginners through to dynamic power yoga, which will even
challenge any athlete! We have many runners here who find yoga crucial to
development and recovery.
Wellbeing Warehouse
147 All Saints Road, Newmarket
Tel: 01638 660065
www.wellbeing-warehouse.com
take to the track
From Friday 15th to Sunday 17th July, Bury
St Edmunds will welcome StreetVelodrome
to the town. From 10am to 6pm, the track
will welcome all ages, so why not give it a
go? Or perhaps just take a look at some of
the professionals showing us what they’re
made of!
This event will be free of charge. For more
information, visit www.ourburystedmunds.
com/festivalofsport or
www.streetvelodrome.co.uk
If it’s
good enough
for Elle...
Supermodel Elle Macpherson has been
a leading name in the wellness industry
since the success of The Super Elixir
by WelleCo, so, when we heard about
her new 4 Week Body Reboot, we were
most intrigued.
Promising more energy, better sleep,
glowing skin and an overall feeling of
better health, we couldn’t help but get
involved with these wholesome, organic
Australian supplements. The Super
Elixir Alkalizing Greens has been our
best friend every day with a glass of
water, and we’ve also been sipping on
the Nourishing Vanilla Protein. I’ve been
adding almond milk, a banana and chia
seeds too.
Alkalising Greens, £96 and Nourishing
Protein, £48 both available from
www.welleco.com
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JULY OFFER
treatment worth £10
with all colour
appointments.
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Beautiful boutique salon based in Exning high
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Health
Imagine if we told you you could say goodbye to the gym
and still achieve your fitness goals? You really can, with
Tom Harris from The Body Transformation Project
Sprints, Sandbags and Squats
The Body Transformation Project
Tel: 07769655258
Email: tomfharris@gmail.com
For those of you who despise your
overcrowded gym and lack motivation,
signing up for 1-1 sessions with Tom could
seriously help you out. Tom is a Level 3
Personal Trainer with Premier Training
International as well as being a member of
the Register of Exercise Professionals, an
Advanced Sport and Exercise Nutritional
Advisor, a Circuit Training Instructor and a
Kettlebell Instructor.
There’s absolutely no need for a gym
membership, as Tom is happy to train
wherever suits you: your home or garden,
your local park... you name it.
Being aware of all my recent food reviews
plus the fact that I’m heading away on
holiday later this month, Velvet decided to
put me through my paces. I tend to train
5 or 6 times a week as it is, so I was hoping
I’d keep up. I wouldn’t say I lack motivation,
but I was certainly looking forward to a bit
of variety.
The session began with a quick but
fast-paced warm up. The rest of the
hour consisted of functional full-body
movements, including overhead squats
with a 25kg power bag, renegade rows,
lunges and targeted TRX arm exercises.
The TRX is a really versatile piece of
equipment that I do tend to neglect a little
in the gym. Tom had me doing a range of
movements which were really challenging.
They required core strength and balance,
and it was great to engage muscles that I
wouldn’t usually.
Now, sprints are certainly not my friend,
but I kind of like them at the same time. I
enjoy pushing myself and am really aware
of their fat-burning benefits. No pain,
no gain! Tom spurred me on that little bit
more than I would if I were in the gym
alone, and kept reminding me that my
holiday was soon approaching! After a long
day in the office, it was also really nice to
enjoy some fresh air.
With his expert knowledge and the kind
of flexibility Tom offers, you’d be silly not
to snap up a session with him. Men or
women, if you’re lacking motivation and
variety, bored in the gym and not hitting
those fitness goals... Tom is your guy!
His sessions are completely tailored to
the individual and their end goal, meaning
both training and nutrition is adapted
accordingly.
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Health
To find out how
Invisalign can help you
achieve the smile you always
wanted, Max and his team are
holding an open evening
Monday 25th July 2016
5:30pm - 8:00pm.
Booking is essential.
Call 01223 356765.
Something to
We caught up with Max Leslie, from
Hurst Park Dental, ahead of their
Invisalign open evening this month
Max has had a long-standing interest in aesthetic dentistry and
finds Invisalign fits in perfectly with his ethos of achieving beautiful
smiles using minimally invasive techniques. He is experienced
in smile design and restorative cosmetic treatments such as
composite resins and veneers.
So what is Invisalign?
Invisalign is a way of straightening teeth using a series of virtually
invisible removable aligners. It doesn’t use wires or metal
attachments like conventional braces, so treatment doesn’t get in
the way of your normal brushing routine or eating your favourite
foods.
How does that work?
The aligners are custom-made specifically for each patient using
a computer-generated model of your teeth. You wear the aligners
20-22 hours per day and change sets every two weeks. They work
by moving your teeth millimetre by millimetre until the teeth are in
the desired position.
Do I have to come back every 2 weeks?
No, you can change your aligners at home but we recommend
a check up every 6-8 weeks. If I haven’t seen a patient for this
amount of time, I can really notice a big difference.
How noticeable are they?
Hardly at all! One of my patients didn’t even tell her husband she
was having the treatment and he had no idea. As they are near
enough invisible it means patients do not feel self conscious.
Do I have to wear them all day?
We suggest wearing the aligners between 20-22 hours a day for
the best results. They are to be taken out whenever you eat or
drink, but kept in the rest of the time. Just remember that the teeth
won’t move if you don’t wear the aligners!
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Health
Do they require much maintenance?
Not really, other than ensuring you keep them clean. I suggest
cleaning your teeth and the aligners after eating.
How will I know what it will look like at the end?
We take an impression of your teeth and we then use ClinCheck ® ,
a software programme, that enables us to see the progress ahead
of time. The 3D programme shows the series of movements the
patient’s teeth are projected to pass through and enables us to see
an end result. This is really useful and helps the patients to visualise
what the outcome will look like. The software has really improved
over the last 5 years... it’s incredible what we can do!
ClinCheck ®
Max provided us with five
ClinCheck ® images of one of
his patients who is currently
undergoing the Invisalign
treatment.
How painful is it?
My patients say that the first few days of each new aligner are a
bit uncomfortable but other than that, it’s very minimal. Most are
actually surprised at how little it affects them. Again, this is another
huge bonus to Invisalign. As the movements are so small there
shouldn’t be that really painful stage, and there’s also no metal or
sharp edges like with other braces.
How long is the treatment?
It ranges from anywhere between 6-18 months depending on the
patient, but I have had people who have achieved their results in as
little as 14 weeks.
What is the follow-up treatment?
We strongly recommend patients wear a retainer every night for at
least a year in order to maintain the teeth’s position. Many patients
wear it for the foreseeable future.
0 Weeks
11 Weeks
19 Weeks
28 Weeks
Hurst Park Dental
Hurt Park Avenue,
Cambridge, CB4 2AE
Tel: 01223 356765
www.hurstparkdental.com
38 Weeks
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BOTTISHAM
SPORTS CENTRE
CRASH COURSE
SWIMMING LESSONS
IN THE SUMMER HOLIDAYS
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Mon 18th - Fri 22nd July
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Health
Fitness Pro’s Food Diary
This month, we caught up with PT, Ant Cullen, to
see what a typical week’s food for him looks like
Mon tue wed thu fri
Breakfast
3 Weetabix with almond
milk and 1 litre of water
Late morning
4 poached eggs with
sweet potato hash
browns
Mid-afternoon
Green smoothie (apple,
spinach, lemon, vitamin
B and zinc), 1 tin of tuna
Dinner
Stir-fried chicken with
sweet potato mash
Breakfast
2 eggs scrambled with
Ryvita and 1 litre of
water
Mid-morning
Protein cookie
Early afternoon
2 jacket potatoes with
tuna and halloumi salad
Late afternoon
Smoothie (apple, lemon,
spinach, beetroot and
vitamins)
Dinner
(post-training)
2 large handfuls of
wholemeal pasta with
steak
Breakfast
Black coffee and a
protein shake
Late morning
4 eggs fried in coconut
oil and 4 oat cakes
Lunch
Tuna salad with a
smoothie (spinach,
apple, lemon,
blueberries, beetroot
and vitamins)
Dinner
(post-training)
3 chicken sausages with
broccoli, cauliflower and
carrots
Breakfast
Black coffee and 1 litre
of water
Mid-morning
3 egg omelette
served plain
Lunch
Tuna salad sandwich on
wholemeal bread
Dinner
2 grilled chicken breasts
with green vegetables
(tenderstem broccoli,
asparagus and spinach)
Breakfast
Black coffee, 1 litre of
water & a protein shake
Mid-morning
3 egg omelette with
ham and feta
Early afternoon
Green smoothie
(spinach, pear, lemon
and vitamins)
Post-training
Sweet potato, spinach
and stir-fried turkey
Dinner
Haddock fillet with
asparagus
A few things that i tend to stick to:
This is an honest look into what I am eating during a working week. I don’t really stick to a
pattern as such and I’m not great at planning my food for the week.
1. Always drinking around 3 litres of water a day.
2. Always eat high quality protein.
3. Train 6 times a week depending on how busy my diary is.
Ant Cullen
Personal Trainer
www.antcullenpt.co.uk
Tel: 07826 54202
4. 1 homemade smoothie a day. This is a great way of getting my 5 a day. I buy all of my fruit and veg from Risby Farm Shop.
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Health
Get Yourself A
Brazilian Butt
With the Olympics in Rio next month, we though we’d give you
Always seek the
advice of an exercise
professional or doctor
before commencing
an exercise
programme.
the lowdown on how to get yourself a Brazilian butt of your own...
Specific exercises which focus predominantly on the glute
muscles are a must if you’re looking to tone, sculpt or build your
behind. Adding weight to certain strength training exercises can
really make a difference.
Try completing 10 of each of these exercises continuously, with
a 1 minute rest inbetween, for 5 rounds. Always remember
to perform warm up exercises for at least five minutes and
effectively cool down when you have completed the circuit.
Barbell Glute Bridges
Glute bridges are an isolated exercise which really focus on
strengthening your glutes. To do a barbell glute bridge, or a hip
thruster, place your upper back on a box or bench with a barbell
or weight across your hips, and your feet firmly on the floor. Start
with your butt on the floor and drive the weight up until your
knees are at right angles. Gently lower, and repeat.
Squats
This is the obvious way to getting a more peachy behind, but are
you doing them right? Whilst free-standing squats and jumping
squats are great at lifting the heart rate and feeling the burn,
adding weight will push your muscles to work even harder. Start
with a weight you can do fairly comfortably but where you can
still feel the burn, gradually increasing after a few weeks. Jumping
squats are also great for getting the heart rate up and feeling
the burn.
Lunges
Lunges are another great way for strengthening your glutes.
Grab two dumbbells and hold in each hand. Perform 20 walking
lunges, alternating each leg as you go. Make sure your weight
is heavy enough for you to feel the
resistance. If you’re looking for a
more advanced
variation, place
your back foot on
a bench or step.
Step Ups
If you’re looking for lift and
perkiness, steps up are the way.
Choose a step or bench which
is high enough so that your
knee reaches a right angle when
bent. Alternate between each leg,
and again, hold the dumbbells to
increase the intensity. Aim for 10
on each leg.
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Health
Now you may have seen the
architecturally stunning Sports
Centre, constructed by Arup
Associates, but have you been
inside and seen the abundance
of facilities on offer?
This month, Lauren Thomas, Sports Marketing
Coordinator, gave us the grand tour of the University
of Cambridge’s Sports Centre. The centre houses a
large lobby and lounge area complete with a big screen
TV so you can keep up with all of the sport that this
summer has to offer.
When it comes to fitness, there’s a spacious suite with
an abundance of cardiovascular machines to get the
heart rate up, including Jacobs Ladders (google them)!
If strength and conditioning is more your thing, the
centre has a separate room dedicated to all things
lifting, which is home to 8 Olympic lifting platforms and
a 2-lane plyometric track.
For those looking to partake in sports, its sports hall has
two full-sized courts for basketball, badminton, netball,
five-a-side and other court games. Other facilities
include multi-purpose studios which are utilised for
martial arts, table tennis and fencing, as well as a Team
Training Room that can be hired out if you want one
of their highly-qualified instructors to put you or your
team through their paces.
If you enjoy the buzz of a class, you should check
out their jam-packed timetable. There’s Body Pump,
Circuits, MetCon (Metabolic Conditioning for those
who were unsure!), Ballet Barre, Pilates, Studio
Cycling, Yoga, Zumba and more. Whether you’re
looking to work on your fitness levels, improve flexibility
or perhaps de-stress or just try something new, their
classes cover it all.
These fantastic facilities are not only open to students,
staff and alumni, but to the wider community too.
Summer is a great time to get on board: we suggest
making the most of the lighter mornings and evenings.
Be sure to call The Centre before 31st of July to find
out about their great summer membership offers.
University of Cambridge
Sports Centre
Philippa Fawcett Drive,
Cambridge, CB3 0AS
Tel: 01223 336580
www.sport.cam.ac.uk
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nest
The
Velvet’s monthly property and interiors exclusive
contents
Quick Q&A
With Newmarket Sculptor,
Edward Waites
Bringing Home Brazil
Brighten up your home this
summer with Brazilian fever
Bring the Outside In
Blurring the lines between
interior and exterior
Edward Waites p84

Interiors
Hub
Your
Velvet brings
you the latest
home and
interior trends
Written by Gemma Treby
Quick Q&A
With Newmarket-based sculptor, Edward Waites
Most notable commission?
I’ve been lucky enough to do some work for some great clients
and have had the privilege to have some of my work included in
the Queen’s collection.
Favourite sculpture to date?
I enjoy sculpting horses and big African wildlife the most! I have
a gorilla I did a few years ago that is still probably my favourite!
Why do you choose the materials that you use?
I choose to cast in bronze as it’s held in such high regard in the
art world, and always holds an integral value. Once a piece is
cast, it will be around for hundreds of years, if not more.
Advice for someone looking to invest in sculpture?
Firstly, buy something you love! You’ll have to live with it and
enjoy it through many years even if the investment comes
through in the future.
Career highlight?
Selling work to our Royal Family is still a massive career
highlight, but there have also been many more poignant
moments for me over the last 10 years. In the last three years,
I’ve sculpted two life-size horses and an eight foot horse head,
taking them around the country with me and working on
them live at big events! They have all been an engineering and
logistical nightmare, but I have achieved what I set out to do
each year with these pieces.
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Interiors
Oh Alice!
With the release of Disney’s ‘Alice Through The
Looking Glass’, Wonderland accents will begin to
infiltrate the walls of most stylish homes.
1. Stretched Canvas, £183, www.mineheart.com
2. Dodo Print, £30, www.amara.com
3. Alice Print £10, www.neon-magpie.co.uk
Nothing quite finishes off the home as well
as freshly cut flowers. Florist to the stars,
Paula Pryke OBE, lets us in on how she will
be decorating the most discerning homes
this summer.
“My favourite UK flowers are roses, lilies
and tulips, and luckily these can be found in
abundance due to our British growers. I like
to pair those with quintessentially English
cottage garden favourites like sweet peas,
peonies, delphiniums and stocks for vibrant,
fresh and natural-looking home decoration.
To add even more British flavour, I suggest
adding alliums, a flower from the onion
family, and beautiful agapanthus, otherwise
known as lily of the valley.”
www.paulapryke.com
#Crush
We are crushing all over Minehart’s
new collection this month, an
eccentric brand brought to us by
Cambridge-based design team,
Brendan Young and Vanessa
Battaglia. A must for stand-out
pieces that will give your home the
wow factor. Our obsessions centre
round the lighting collection, with
this geometric,
birdcage-inspired pendant lamp
causing a great deal of fuss.
Birdcage Pendant Lamp, £1150,
www.mineheart.com
Geared up for Art
Have a dedicated area in your home where the kids can enjoy their
art and craft activities. Having everything to hand, but stylishly
stored, will encourage their creativity whilst keeping your home
clutter-free.
1. Battistella Luce Children’s Desk, £435, Belvisi Furniture, Cambridge
2. Desk Tidy £10, John Lewis, Cambridge
3. Pen Holder, £8, John Lewis, Cambridge
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Home
Lampe Berger Heritage
Oil Burner, £52.99
Vassoio Tray
Table, £23.99
Sansur Cushion
£35.99
Kingsley Home
Lifestyle Towels
from £1.50
Lewis Cushion
£15.99
Emperor Cushion
£14.99
Bringing
Home Brazil
Not only do yellow and green tones reflect
Brazillian fever, but they will also help brighten
up your home this summer
Roberts Mini Revival
Radio, £139.99
Dana Ball
Floor Lamp
£189.99
Glass Decanter
Set, £9.99
Swan toaster
£29.99
Pantry Clock
£19.99
All products available from:
Glasswells
Newmarket Road, Bury St. Edmunds, Suffolk, IP33 3TU
www.glasswells.co.uk
Harlequin Paradise Lagoon Duvet Set, from £71.99
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Interiors
lucky dip
Move over monochrome and minimal trend, it’s time to
take a lucky dip when it comes to decorating a room
www.manuelcanovas.com, Paris
www.glasswells.co.uk
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www.idcollab.com

Interiors
Article by Eleanor Rostant
I appreciate
history, but you
have to bring your
own experiences
into your rooms.
Istvan Francer
www.elledecoration.com
www.popsugar.com, Danny Seo
The new trend for the up and coming
season is to mix and match in your interiors
by adding different styles, shapes and
patterns to a room, resulting in a quirky look
that is unique to you.
This could begin with a mixture of patterned
cups being displayed proudly in your
kitchen, creating a playful environment
for the heart of your house. It could then
be translated into the living room by using
different bold, statement throws and pillows
to revitalise a lonely, dull sofa. If you want
to start small, maybe just a corridor or
blank wall, how about a range and mixture
of picture frames? Build these up to create
a wall of vintage frames to hold your
treasured memories in.
This trend is already becoming a huge
hit throughout Europe in places such as
eccentric Amsterdam coffee shops or
unconventional retail spaces in Sweden.
Either way the edgy, indie, modern style
of decorating is to take a more carefree
approach.
This is a great trend to follow if you’re bored
of dull, everyday-looking rooms or maybe
you have a lot of clutter and it’s time to get
creative and find a fun solution? Give it a go
and get imaginative, you would be surprised
what a bit of chaos can do!
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light it up
Where possible, let natural light in.
Skylights and Velux windows are a wise
choice, as are floor to ceiling window
panels. When the nights close in, light
a lantern or fix a more permanent
choice over your table.
Quincy Outdoor
Pedestal Light
£216
Abbeygate Lighting
Bury St Edmunds
Artificial Lavender
Flower in Pot, £12, OKA
bring the outside in
Giant Cream Lantern, £39.99,
Glasswells, Bury St Edmunds
indoor greenery
The obvious way is, of course, to bring
flowers and greenery inside. Don’t
just limit yourself to vases
of flowers. Explore faux
plants and even trees.
Use a large planter and
place it in a key focal
point such as an open
bay window.
Neptune
Artificial
Potted
Weeping
Fig Plant
£40, IKEA
Home
Come on in
Outdoor furniture doesn’t just have
to be for your garden. Invite that
cast-iron set indoors and complete it
with cushions.
Blurring the lines between interior and exterior
design is becoming more and more popular
Artificial
Oregano Plant
£29, OKA
Ferns Wallpaper in
original green, £85,
Lesley Gilliam Designs
Seating from the
Dala range at
Leisure Plan
www.leisureplan.co.uk
go green
Embrace nature and opt for fresh
green tones. Combine with neutrals
and beiges to give your interior a clean,
natural feel. Use these colours on your
walls, furniture, bedding and even your
tableware.
LG Outdoor Marrakech
4-Seater Outdoor Dining Set,
£381, John Lewis, Cambridge
Acrylic Tropical Leaf Bowl,
£12, Laura Ashley, Cambridge
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Home
Webster Smokey Joe, £65.99,
Glasswells, Bury St Edmunds
Eddingtons Food Covers, £4.99,
Palmers, Bury St Edmunds
Ice Tray, £15, Oliver
Bonas, Cambridge
Large Round Tapas
Bowl, £7.50,
Angela Reed,
Saffron Walden
Margarita Glass, £8,
Paperchase,
Bury St Edmunds
Garden
Party
Fiesta Paper Lanterns, £5.75,
Sunrise, Bury St Edmunds
Get ready to party in the sun
Pink Embroidered Cushion, £17.50,
Angela Reed, Saffron Walden
with these quirky accessories
Goblets, £8, John Lewis, Cambridge
Table, £65, Oliver Bonas, Cambridge
Ice Bucket, £40,
Oliver Bonas, Cambridge
Frozen Margarita Set, £18,
Oliver Bonas, Cambridge
Cactus Chair, £59,
Oliver Bonas, Cambridge
Salt and Pepper Shakers, £12,
Oliver Bonas, Cambridge
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Cambridge Park & Ride – getting you right
into the heart of Cambridge
Buses depart every 10 minutes Mon-Sat during the day and every
20 minutes after 6.30pm
Every 15 minutes (9am - 6pm) Sundays and public holidays
Open seven days a week
Up to three children travel free with every fare paying passenger
Concessionary pass holders travel for free with their passes after
9.30am Monday to Friday, and all day at the weekend and on
bank holidays
Parking costs £1 for up to 18 hours and the bus fare is just £2.70
return*
Park & Ride Weekly tickets cost just £13 and are valid for 7 days
Further information: www.cambridgeshire.gov.uk/parkandride
* prices correct at time of print

Motoring
charging
ahead
Reduced emissions, lower fuel
consumption and friendly to the
environment - we’ve rounded
up a few eco cars which are
promising just that…
BMW i3
Mercedes-Benz C350e
Plug-In Hybrid
This 2.0 litre, four-cylinder engine has
four driving modes; comfort, sport, sport
plus and eco, all of which are supplied by
the high voltage, 6.4 kWh battery pack.
If you’re still looking for performance as
well as efficiency, then this should be an
obvious choice. The C350e is the 2nd
plug-in vehicle from Mercedes-Benz
and isn’t likely to be the last. They’ve said
there will be a further eight by 2017, all
of which will offer high fuel efficiency and
high performance.
49g/km of CO2
Mercedes-Benz of Cambridge
199 Barnwell Road
Cambridge, CB5 8SH
Tel: 01223 401100
www.mercedes-benzofcambridge.co.uk
Infiniti Q50
Here’s another that offers efficiency
and performance. The Q50 is the latest
hybrid from Japanese brand Infiniti, and
it’s proving to be a strong contender
against its rivals. With a 3.5litre, V6
engine, this hybrid can reach 62mph in
just 5.1 seconds.
144g/km of CO2
John Banks Infiniti
13 Swann’s Road
Cambridge
CB5 8JZ
Tel: 01223 788000
www.cambridgeinfiniti.co.uk
BMW i3
This all-electric car generates zero
emissions and no odour, but don’t be
put off... it hasn’t compromised on
acceleration, taking just 7.3 seconds to
reach 62mph. No engine noise means
you’re in for a peaceful ride, and the
interior is extremely sleek.
The drive itself couldn’t be simpler; hit
‘drive’ and tap the throttle.
0g/km of CO2
Elms Cambridge
4 Sheepfold Lane
Cambridge
CB23 6EF
Tel: 0844 326 7249
www.elmscambridgebmw.co.uk
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Motoring
VW e-Golf
Volkswagen’s most popular car is now
available in a fully electric model. The
e-Golf is the second battery electric
model for Volkswagen following the
e-up! Fuelled solely by an electric
motor which is fed by a 24.2kW battery
pack, it doesn’t compromise on driving
experience or aesthetics.
0g/km of CO2
Volkswagen Bury St Edmunds
Northern Way
Bury St Edmunds IP32 6NL
Tel: 01284 330731
www.volkswagen.co.uk
Toyota Yaris Hybrid
The recently facelifted Yaris Hybrid has
without doubt maintained its efficiency
and economy as well as providing great
handling, and quality design both inside
and out. If practicality, exceptional
comfort and low fuel costs are what
you’re after, look no further. It’s a popular
choice with both professionals and
families.
75g/km of CO2
Lancaster Toyota Cambridge
1 Norman Way, Coldhams Lane,
Cambridge CB1 3LH
Tel: 01223 964385
www.jardinemotors.co.uk
Renault Zoe
Last year saw the introduction of the
new Zoe which promises a longer range
and improved technology. The five-door
hatchback lasts approximately 90 miles
when fully charged, offers a smooth ride,
and is as environmentally friendly as it
gets.
0g/km of CO2
Rawlinson, Easlea Road
Moreton Hall, Bury St Edmunds
IP32 7DF
Tel: 01284 752999
www.rawlinsongroup.co.uk
Renault Zoe
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Motoring
John Banks introduce
you to the new Infiniti Centre Cambridge
To Infiniti and Beyond...
If you weren’t already aware, Infiniti, the
luxury division of the Nissan and Renault
Alliance, was founded back in 1989. Fast
forward 27 years, and it now has over
230 dealers across 15 countries. Many
of you will only know of Infiniti through
the association with the Renault Formula
1 Team, but this distinctive car brand
has now joined the John Banks Group in
Cambridge.
So why should you consider Infiniti?
Infiniti itself is currently rivalling the likes
of Audi, BMW and Mercedes-Benz, since
it offers truly crafted high-performance,
luxury vehicles at a competitive price. The
brand has retained an air of exclusivity with
only 12 showrooms currently, the latest of
which has just opened in Cambridge.
Infiniti is certainly progressing. 2016 has
seen the launch of the Q30, and in June,
the QX30, both designed in Paddington,
London and also built in the UK, in
Sunderland. Featuring dramatic curves
and a sharp three dimensional design, you
will notice the influence of Daimler Benz
who have collaborated in the manufacture
of the Q30 and QX30, with Infiniti
becoming the fastest growing automotive
brand in the UK in the first 5 months of
this year. The introduction of the Q60 will
also increase the existing range by the end
of this year, and is certainly one to watch
out for.
And why the Cambridge Centre?
Now available right on your doorstep, the
pop-up showroom has the luxury touch
with the latest technology and a range of
new demonstrators as well as some select
used Infiniti models. Next year will see the
redevelopment of the John Banks Group
site at 13 Swann’s Road, Cambridge to
fully incorporate Infiniti into a brand new
showroom designed for Renault, Dacia
and Infiniti.
Mark Banks, Managing Director of
The John Banks Group, said, “We were
delighted when Infiniti approached us to
represent the brand in Cambridge. This
is a great opportunity for us to offer a
range of cars which is not just new to our
Group but new to the area. We were all in
awe of the style of these cars, and I have
seen how popular they are in the US and
abroad, so we knew that they would be
eagerly received in Cambridgeshire when
we opened.”
Last month, we popped in to meet the new
team, who were all very welcoming. It was
great to see a showroom so passionate and
knowledgeable about their new adventure
here in Cambridge, and so considerate of
the customer experience which is at the
centre of the brand’s ethos, as well as the
sleek, executive cars they have to offer.
Infiniti Centre Cambridge
13 Swann’s Road,
Cambridge, CB5 8JZ
Tel: 01223 788000
www.cambridgeinfiniti.co.uk
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