Local Life - St Helens - Sep/Oct 2021

LocalLife
St Helens Edition
Sep/Oct 2021
Cash for Clutter Ideas
Pages 26-27
Garswood’s Crafty Church
Page 20
Jack’s Tracks to Frodsham
Pages 53-56
6 of the Best NW Museums
Pages 64-67
The Pioneering
Beechams
Pages 29-32
Image courtesy of St Helens Archive Service & St Helens Reporter
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This summer has felt more like being out on
parole rather than the promised get-out-of-jailfree
status.
If you ‘staycationed’, you were rewarded with
quintessentially British weather which remained reliably
unreliable, whilst those who went overseas faced holiday
planning tasks that turned out to be as difficult as nailing
jelly to the wall.
Whilst I was sheltering from the rain in Northumberland,
I didn’t really appreciate Facebook reminding me where I
was holidaying on that date in previous years!
Let’s hope that September marks a big step forward in
getting back to some sort of normality, especially for
the travel and hospitality sectors. As you can see in this
magazine, there’s lots going on this month.
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This month’s highlights
64. Six of the Best NW Museums
Contents
29. Pioneering Beechams
44. Wooden Floors Guide
12. Beauty
Tailor your beauty products.
22. Health
Don’t suffer in silence.
26. Finance
Cash for clutter.
52. Parenting
Teaching kids to be savvy with money.
57. Food
Cooking with the kids.
59. Recipe
Chilli glazed salmon.
62. Puzzle Pages
Try these brainteasers for size!
53. Jack’s Tracks to Frodsham & Helsby
68. Motoring
Hybrid SUV’s.
72. Home & Garden Services
Find the best local traders for you.
58. Paprika Chicken
70. Garden Trends
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Book Stop Update
The Book Stop will officially open on Bridge Street in Cage, his latest book, The Importance of Being Interested
October. Work on the community book shop has been – Adventures in Scientific Curiosity, is sure to go down a
ongoing all year since the group were successful in raising storm.
£45,000 through a community share issue.
Discussing the project, Managing Director of Housing
Trustee Brian Leyland told Local Life, “The build and fit out Maintenance Solutions, Paul Worthington, told Local Life,
has taken longer than anticipated as we encountered a “When we were approached to complete the project, we
few problems, but we are now meeting about the final simply couldn’t say no. It’s such a fantastic project and
design and the fit out and furniture will begin shortly. one that will benefit the community for years to come,
“Everything is really coming together, and we are hoping
creating a place people can go to learn, socialise and have
to have a soft opening at the end of September. We are
fun.
really grateful to our 300 shareholders who helped to “The Book Stop will be a real asset to the town, and we
raise the money for the project, however if people would think what they stand for is incredibly important - not
like to further support us, they can go to our website and just practically in terms of improving literacy levels –
purchase books via our bookshop.org link and we receive but socially, creating bonds and friendships across the
30% of the proceeds.”
community, which since COVID-19 has never been more
Comedian and broadcaster Robin Ince has been
important.”
confirmed as the first writer to appear at the shop and The Book Stop has also recently appointed a new
he will kick off a series of regular events at the shop on manager, Laura Goodchild. For more information about
Friday, October 8.
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Tea Dances Resume
Lovers of sequence dancing will be pleased to hear
that two fortnightly tea dance events have re-opened
following the lifting of restrictions.
The tea dance at Our Lady’s Social Centre in Downall
Green Road in Bryn, which has been running for over
twenty years, re-started this month, and the next date for
this event is Bank Holiday Monday 30th August and every
second Monday thereafter. The event is mostly sequence
dancing with a bit of line dancing, it runs from 1-4pm,
and the admittance cost of £2 includes tea and biscuits.
A raffle and a bingo session will also take place at this tea
dance.
The second tea dance takes place a short distance away at
the Methodist Church Hall in Victoria Road in Garswood.
This event, which offers strictly sequence dancing,
resumed at the end of July and the next date for this
event is Friday 10th September and every second Friday
thereafter. Admittance to the tea dance, which runs
from 1.30pm-4pm is again £2 and that includes tea and
biscuits.
For more information, call Pat Chisnall on 01942 717883.
Classic Cars
The 4th Classic Car and Bike show will be taking place this
Sunday (5th September) at the Lymewood Country Park
on Vista Road in Newton-le-Willows. The show will run
between 11am-4pm and admission is free, so if engines
and bodywork are your thing be sure not to miss it!
Refreshments will be available on the day. For more
information, please contact Jim Collier on 07799 685583.
Grande Debut
Hariana, dubbed the UK’s biggest tribute show to the U.S.
songstress, Ariana Grande, will be making her debut at
the Theatre Royal in St Helens on Sunday 3rd October. In
an afternoon show packed with Ariana’s biggest hits, and
sensational choreography performed by Hannah and her
dancers - you’ll be left starstruck as the hits come to life on
the Theatre Royal stage.
It’s a show that’s perfect for all the family and Hannah will
be meeting all the little ones in the foyer at the end of the
show for photographs. To secure your tickets visit www.
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Free Festival
Citadel Arts are inviting families to St Helens Town Centre
on Saturday 4th September for ‘In the Street’, a free family
festival.
From 10am – 4.30pm the local charity is presenting a
fun filled day for all the family as they bring some of the
best children’s and family shows to Church Street for a
completely free outdoor theatre experience that you’ll
never forget.
Throughout this special event families can: help create
the pinkiest pink in ‘The Lost Colour’, witness ‘The
Weather Machine’ make magic out of dance and weather,
celebrate classic rave music and nature in ‘Family Bird
Rave Live’, go on a heroic walk about adventure in ‘There
be Monsters’ and for those who love music, they’ll be able
to hear songs about all topics under (and above) the Sun
in ‘Now That’s What I Call A Lot Of Songs About Science’.
Performances start every 30 minutes so bring chairs &
blankets, pack a picnic and spend the whole day with
Citadel Arts. For more information and show times head
to the website www.citadel.org.uk
Chief Executive, Fay Lamb says: “At Citadel Arts we believe
the magic of theatre has the power to change people’s
lives. After what has been such a difficult period for
everyone, we wanted to come back with a bang and
provide the families of St Helens with a fantastic event
with something for everybody. We can’t wait to bring
the magical world of Citadel Arts back to the streets of
St Helens”.
Bouncers
It’s curtains up for Rainhill’s Musical Theatre Company
next weekend as they stage their first performance since
restrictions were lifted. One of the most celebrated plays
of the 20th century, Bouncers, a play that epitomises the
hedonism of Northern nightlife, is set in and around a
nightclub called Mr Cinders.
The action is focused on the exploits of the four doorman
and the nightclub’s customers. Bouncers runs on Friday
10th and Saturday 11th September at Rainhill Village Hall
on Dane Court.
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Cash Boost
Rainford’s Picnic in the Park team are celebrating after
donating an amazing £6,000 to local sports and community
organisations from this year’s successful festival that was
held in June. The four organisations receiving £1,500
each from the festival’s profits are Rainford Rangers JFC,
Rainford Cricket Club, Rainford Tennis Club and Rainford
Boys’ Brigade and Girls’ Association.
One of the organisers, Phil Thomas, hailed the success of
the event, “This year was very hard as COVID caused so
many problems and obstacles for us, but we sold out for
the first time and it ended up being our best ever event!”
The Picnic in the Park team have confirmed that next
year’s festival will be held on June 4th 2022.
Soul & Motown Night
Park Road Café in Parr will be hosting a Soul and Motown
night in aid of the Liverpool Women’s Neonatal Unit on
Saturday September 18.
Entertainment on the night will include music from Soul
DJ, Chis Wilson, licensed bar, a raffle and a hot pot supper.
Doors will open 8pm-late, and tickets are £10 per person,
with all proceeds going directly to the charity.
So, for an evening of great music and endless dancing all
in the name of charity; please contact the Park Road Café
for tickets on 01744 808440 now and don’t miss out on
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Rainford 10k
Keen runners and charity fundraisers are warming up The event is again being organised by BeUrBest, a local
for one of the Rainford community’s most inspirational training and coaching organisation headed by Terry
events – the Rainford 10K Challenge.
Bates, working closely in association with Rainford
Taking place on Sunday, October 3rd, it gives the
High Technology College, which is also the starting and
community a chance to raise money for charity while
finishing location for the race.
remembering teenager George Faulkner, a Rainford High There will be music and a carnival atmosphere to greet all
pupil who died aged just 17 in October 2008 after being finishers crossing the line, along with refreshments, stalls
hit by a car while crossing the East Lancs Road near the and activities for all the family and supporters. The winner
junction with Windle Island.
will see their name inscribed on the George Faulkner
The new route for this year’s race takes in scenic areas of
Memorial Cup.
Rainford, making best use of the Linear paths and trails as A 1k fun run for all ages will be held within the grounds
well as the roads to minimise the disruption to residents of Rainford High School before the main event (children
for the relatively short duration of the road race.
aged under four must be accompanied by an adult).
If you’d like to enter, visit www.therainford10k.co.uk or
www.beurbest.com
The event is being sponsored by Andy Reid and the
‘Standing Tall Foundation’, Communications Plus of
Rainford and Alpine Podiatry.
The Rainford 10K’s chosen charities this year are
Henshaws, TCF and Tommy’s.
The newly formed Rainford Runners and Multi Sports
(RRAMS) and St Helens Tri Club will be helping as
volunteers and marshals for the Rainford 10K.
If you have some time and would like to help the volunteer
team, please get in touch with Terry on 07799 033 323 or
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Fair Returns
St Helens Chamber Business Fair returns this autumn,
taking place on Wednesday 17th November at the Totally
Wicked Stadium, home of the Saints.
With a wide range of businesses exhibiting and attracting
hundreds of visitors, this is a great networking event for
all ambitious businesses who are looking to grow and
prosper.
Whether you’re an existing business looking to develop,
a business in the early stages, or are thinking of starting
your own business – you will find something of interest at
this networking event.
Exhibiting at the Business Fair is a great way to raise the
profile of your company and allows you to meet hundreds
of potential customers or suppliers, build face-to-face
relationships with new and old suppliers, network with
businesses from across the North West and raise your
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2. Become your own mixologist.
Brands like The Inkey List and The
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moisturiser into the palm of your
hand. Add a dash of foundation
and mix it together. I also add a few
drops of hyaluronic acid to boost
moisture. Play around with what
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4. Boost your face mask. I’m a big
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Instead, it leaves it soft, glowing and
healthy-looking.
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While brands design their products
to work in harmony, that doesn’t
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or mix things up depending on
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very refreshing and really boosts
hydration. When it’s time to put the
central heating on, I’ll likely use it
twice a day, rather than once, and
follow with a serum.
6. Try DIY. It’s pretty easy to make
your own body oil, bath salts, body
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Gamers Dream
Rainford village now has a brand-new, state of the art
gaming lounge for enthusiastic gamers, and the man
behind it says that he’s only been able to launch the
facility due to the support his PC business has received
from the village since COVID hit.
Businessman Neil Smith, who lives in Billinge, launched
Tech Guys 360 Ltd back in 2018 after spending 20 years
working for a blue-chip IT company. Tech Guys 360
offers a complete solution to anything IT-related, from
computer problems to phone screen repairs to building
PC’s, and are based in Rainford Village Hall, above the
Parish Council offices and Police station.
When the first lockdown happened, Tech Guys 360
quickly implemented COVID-safe working practices and
carried on trading. Neil takes up the story; “With many
more people working from home, the demand for our
services increased. As a result, our revenue has more than
doubled since COVID hit.”
Earlier this year another office became available at
Rainford Village Hall, and Neil grasped the opportunity to
transform the office into a brand-new gaming lounge. For
£5 an hour, gamers can enjoy a wide range of computer
games on state-of-the-art gaming PC’s. For someone
trying out the gaming lounge for the first time, Tech Guys
360 offers a ‘buy one hour, get one hour free’.
Checks are in place to ensure that all gamers only get
access to age-appropriate games, and any unused time
will roll over until the next visit.
Neil also hopes to attract business from those looking to
organise events, “A birthday party in our gaming lounge
would be a fabulous experience for any gamer and it’s
also an innovative option for anyone looking to organise
a team building event.”
The PC Gaming Lounge is open 10.30am-6.30pm Monday
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Church for Crafts
A Garswood church recently
opened its latest community
project, giving a welcome
boost to local craftspeople.
The Independent Methodist
Church, located on Victoria
Road in the village, has
transformed a littleused
part of the church
building into a gift shop
that showcases the work of
locally based craftspeople
and other small businesses.
The shop complements
the community café, The
Orangery, which was opened
three years ago at the side of
the church after securing a
£70,000 grant from Biffa and
is now an established part of village life for Garswoodians.
Lisa Green, the Minister at the church, says that last
year’s lockdown sparked a chain of events that led to the
shop opening; “Once the Orangery community café was
complete, the rest of the church did look a bit tatty by
comparison, but it was only when lockdown happened
and groups weren’t allowed to use the church on a dayto-day
basis that we had the time to think about the
changes we wanted to make”.
Volunteer Alma Cooper takes up the story, “I was made
redundant from Debenhams in May 2020 so I had
more time to volunteer at the church. I ran a few craft
workshops last summer, and from there I came up with
three ideas, one of which was to open up a space for local
craftspeople to display their goods”.
Transforming the room was a challenge, Alma confirms; ”I
had an initial budget of zero. The room was decorated in
1970’s brown and orange, so we painted and decorated it.
“I then had to look for display cases, so I visited charity
shops and Facebook sites for low cost or free display
cases. Once people realised what it was for, they were
very kind and helped all they
could, and so too did local
businesses”.
The shop opened on 17th May
2021.
Initially ten craftspeople
agreed to supply stock to
the shop and this number
has now grown to fifteen,
and there is a waiting list of
craftspeople now eager to
display their goods at the
shop. Each craftsperson pays
a peppercorn monthly rent
to the church for their shop
display and many of them
volunteer to work shifts
during the shop’s opening
hours.
Alma said, “Sales trickled in at first but now they are
starting to build up, thanks to publicity on local Facebook
sites such as Garswoodians.
Hopefully when the rest of the church groups return in
September and more people get out and about, the shop
will be more popular”.
The wide assortment of goods sold in the shop includes
gifts and novelties such as greeting cards, wooden toys,
jewellery, children’s knitwear, hand-turned wooden
goods. There’s even a corner for pre-loved clothing and
second-hand books.
Volunteer Theresa White added ”For those who still feel
uneasy about shopping in town centres or big shops, it’s
a great place to pick up handcrafted gifts for Christmas
or birthdays”.
The Orangery Café and Gift Shop is open
every Monday, Wednesday and
Thursday from 10am-2pm and
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Don’t Suffer in Silence
The ability to hear is one of our most important senses.
Hearing enables us to connect to and make sense of
the world. It’s the brain’s main connection to what’s
happening around us and our hearing is always on duty,
24 hours a day, every day.
How do we hear?
Hearing is complex and requires a series of actions and
reactions in order to work. The process involves many
parts of the ear working together to convert soundwaves
into information that your brain understands and
interprets as sounds.
Being able to hear well enables us to enjoy life to the
fullest. We’re adept at being able to quickly differentiate
between myriad sounds, what they represent and how
we should respond. Your sense of hearing also helps to
keep you safe and alert to possible dangers.
Hearing problems
Being able to hear well is something we tend to take for
granted, yet ear problems can develop at any time due to
blockages or infections. You might also find your balance
is affected. The good news is most ear conditions can
usually be treated and don’t lead to long-term problems.
Here are some of the common causes of ear discomfort.
Earwax build-up
Earwax is produced inside your ears to keep them clean
and free of germs. This usually passes out of the ear
harmlessly but sometimes too much wax can build up
and lead to blocked ears. It’s a very common problem
and can often be treated with over-the-counter (OTC)
ear drops. There are several types you can use, including
drops containing sodium bicarbonate, olive oil or almond
oil.
Some people naturally produce a lot of earwax leading to
regularly blocked ears. Other factors that can increase the
risk of too much wax building up include:
• Producing naturally hard or dry earwax
• Having narrow or hairy ear canals (this is the tube
between the opening of the ear and the eardrum)
• Getting older, as earwax becomes drier with age
• Bony growths in the outer part of the ear canal
• Frequently inserting objects into your ear canal, such
as cotton buds or ear plugs
If you have a build-up of earwax, you may experience
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itchiness, vertigo or develop an infection. Symptoms will
usually improve once the excess wax has been removed
but for this you may need to see a specialist.
Pressure in your ears
Your sinuses and ears are closely connected so when
you have sinus congestion, this can lead to pressure
in your ears. Having clogged sinuses can lead to pain,
dizziness, and a muffled sensation in your ears. Treating
the congestion in your sinuses is the first step. Try using
a nasal saline decongestant spray or hold a warm, moist
muslin cloth to your face – this can help to ease the
pressure and discomfort. Drink plenty of fluids too, as
staying hydrated can help to keep nasal mucus thin.
Swimmer’s ear
Despite the name, you don’t need to have been in the
pool to get this! It has the medical name otitis externa
and is an infection of the ear canal. Swimmer’s ear differs
from common ear infections that can occur in young
children after they have had a cold, such as middle-ear
infections. The condition is usually caused by bacteria,
although it can sometimes be brought on by a virus or
fungus. Symptoms include itching in the ear, pain, and
trouble hearing (sound may seem muffled as your ear
canal swells). You might also experience fluid draining out
of the ear. Prescription ear drops are the most common
treatment for this condition.
Hearing loss
This is a common problem that often develops gradually
with age, although it can also be caused by repeated
exposure to loud noises. Hearing loss affects around
12 million people in the UK. General signs of hearing
loss include difficulty hearing other people clearly or
misunderstanding what they say, asking people to repeat
themselves or regularly watching TV with the volume
turned up higher. There are a number of treatment
options for hearing loss. What’s recommended will
depend on the cause of your hearing problems.
Who to ask for help?
A sudden change to your hearing is likely to need an
appointment with your GP. But if you have ongoing
problems such as regular earwax build-up, or you have
gradual age-related hearing loss, then it’s worth visiting
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St Helens and Judith
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Both won a pair of
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Tom Jones. Thank you to all those who entered.
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The Celebration Choir have recently resumed normal
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Celebration Choir are a mixed choir that sings pop, gospel
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Cash for Clutter
eBay once dominated the online selling market, but
nowadays you’re spoilt for choice on where to sell your
unwanted clothes, furniture and homeware.
Whether you’re moving house, redecorating or just trying
to live more minimally, we’ve gathered together some of
the best websites and ways to rehome your clutter.
From sofas and desks to cars, pets and even rooms to rent,
Gumtree has it all.
Gumtree is used to look for items locally, so putting your
postcode in the listing is paramount. If you want your ad
to get some extra attention, you can put some money
behind it, but other than that it’s free.
Shpock sells itself as an online car boot sale: cheap,
local and full of surprises. It’s your place to get rid of
those smaller items that won’t get much attention on
bigger sites like Gumtree or eBay, from cushions to
children’s clothes and everything in between.
It’s completely free to list, unless you want to promote
an item. Shpock doesn’t get involved in the payment
process either. Once a price has been negotiated, it’s up
to the buyer and seller to arrange delivery and payment.
A must-download if you’re into vintage fashion, Depop
is a great place to sell homemade or vintage clothes,
shoes and accessories – the quirkier, the better.
Listing your items is free, but once an item sells, Depop
will charge a 10% fee on the sale price. Then there’s
also a small PayPal transaction fee to be aware of.
However, Depop can fetch you a high price and with
over 18 million users, and it’s very popular right now.

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Marketplace
Facebook Marketplace is hot on eBay’s heels as the best
place to swap your clutter for cash. The best part is there
are no fees, so the profit is all yours.
Like Gumtree, Facebook Marketplace is used to sell locally.
It’s a platform many of us are already familiar with too, which
means you can keep up to date with friends and family, and
clear some space in your house, all from one website.
Similar to Depop, but with a slightly older target
audience, Vinted is a huge online marketplace for
selling clothes, with millions of users. Upmarket high
street brands tend to do better. Bagged a popular Zara
handbag that sold out within days? You can probably
sell it for twice the price on Vinted.
There are no fees for uploading or selling your items
on Vinted, but there is a small fee to the buyer.
Top tips
for selling
Spend time taking good pictures
Photograph your items in a well-lit area of your
house or garden, and from multiple angles.
The more descriptive, the better
Pad out your listing with as much information as
you can, including dimensions, condition and your
reason for selling.
Be honest
Reviews are key to building your online selling
profile, so avoid the temptation to skim over any
defects in your listing.
Think seasonally
Certain items, like garden furniture, will fetch a
higher price in the summer, while warm woolly
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The Pioneering
Beechams
by Nicola Gray
If there’s one characteristic
that St Helens is known for, it’s
the pioneering spirit that runs
through the town like a thick
coal seam. What other town of a
comparable size could boast of
achievements such as being the
birthplace of modern railways,
the location of the UK’s first
modern canal and the powerhub
of the glass industry?
Decoration above the entrance to the factory - courtesy
of St Helens Archive Service & St Helens Reporter
hard work was always in his blood,
and when he had to leave school
at the age of 8, he started work as a
shepherd’s boy. As fate would have
it, this is where he first learned about
herbal medicines, and he quickly
became adept in curing sick animals
and the occasional person. By his
mid-teens he had established quite
a reputation as an herbalist, one
who could treat all types of ailments.
That pioneering spirit deserves more than just a mention
in the story of the UK’s largest pharmaceutical company
GlaxoSmithKline. Their history runs directly back to a
company that was once the biggest employers in St
Helens - Beechams. Local Life looks back at the story of
Beecham dynasty.
The founder of the Beechams business, Thomas Beecham,
was born in Oxfordshire on 3rd December 1820. It seems
By 1840 he had already developed the formula for his
laxative pills but was still working as a postman and
gardener. In 1847 Thomas made his way North where
he married Jane Evans and the couple moved to Wigan,
opening their first shop at 120 Wallgate where they sold
groceries, pills and medicines. The Beecham’s services
were very popular in the town, in part down to the belief
held by Thomas that his pills could cure any ailment.
Men & women in the pill making
section - courtesy of GlaxoSmithKline plc

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Women packing Beechams ‘Hot
Lemon cold and flu sachets’ -
courtesy of St Helens Archive
Service & St Helens Reporter
‘guinea’ Beecham slogan was born around this
time, when a customer approached Thomas
at his market stall to tell him that his pills had
done her the world of good and were indeed
‘worth a guinea a box’. The business grew
rapidly over the next few years and Thomas
was able to give up his market stall. In 1863
the company bought premises on the corner
of Westfield Street and Water Street.
Thomas was a great believer in the power
of advertising, and he increased spending
on his advertising to take advantage of the
growing interest that the public had taken in
health products. Records show that by 1890
the firm was making one million pills a day
and spending upwards of £100,000 a year on
advertising; a massive £12 million in today’s
money. Indeed, at the turn of the century, he
was the largest advertiser in the country.
The couple sold
their
laxatives
at local markets
with an unrivalled
sales patter that
included a jar of
intestinal worms
as a visual aid.
Disaster
struck
in 1858 when
Jane
dispensed
allegedly
an
unlabelled
bottle containing opium and as a result a young boy
died. The locals weren’t forgiving, and the couple had no
choice but to move out of Wigan and in 1960 they set up
home in St Helens. This was beneficial to the Beechams as
the town had good road and rail links and a huge labour
force, which suited their growing mail delivery service
down to the ground.
Beechams Pills advertisement -
courtesy of St Helens Archive Service
Thomas made his pills at their home, 12 Milk Street,
not far from where the Citadel now stands. The famous
Going back to 1863 for a moment - this year
was a momentous year for the Beechams
in more ways than one; Jane and Thomas
separated, their son Joseph had joined the
family enterprise and business was booming.
Joseph was responsible for ramping up the
advertising and was publishing full-page adverts in
newspapers, plastering posters on billboards and popular
songs were given out as sheet music to really drive home
the Beecham name. So effective were Joseph’s campaigns
that the father and son duo started to look at expansion.
The business had grown, and this made it possible to
take on staff, two of the first to be employed were William
Moss, a teenage boy who started as a packer and an
eleven-year-old boy, Tom Oldham. They both remained
with Beechams for many years, with Moss working his
way up to becoming Works Manager and Tom Oldham
became personal groom to the family.
1876 saw Thomas buy up more property in Westfield
Street and work began on his new factory. It was at this
time that Thomas started to take a less active role in
the business; after the death of his first wife in 1872, he
remarried in 1873 to Sarah Pemberton and got married
again to Mary Sewell in 1879. Thomas moved away to
Buckinghamshire with Mary and left the business in the
hands of Joseph, it seemed he had swapped factory life
for the country, but this didn’t last long, and he moved
back to the North to resume his business duties.

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Prosperity for the Beechams soared for the
next decade and by 1884, nineteen staff
were employed in the business, rising to
fifty-seven by August of the same year. In
1887 a new factory was built in Westfield
Street costing £30,000, surmounted by the
now-famous clock tower. Thomas was a
world away from the boy who had a talent
for herbal remedies; he had single-handedly
created the first factory in the world built
specifically to produce medicine and one
that could turn out 3,000 boxes of pills a day.
By 1894 Thomas had left his wife and had
moved to Southport, within three years he
had fully retired and in 1889 Thomas gave Joseph a half
share in the business. He died at his home in Southport
on 6th April 1907 at the age of 86 and is buried in St
Helens Cemetery, Windle.
Joseph continued to be an important local figure and,
Advertisement for Beechams Lung Syrup - courtesy of GlaxoSmithKline plc
as well as running the family business, he was Mayor of
St Helens between 1889 and 1899 and again from 1910
to 1912. He died just four years later in October 1916
having outlived his father Thomas by a mere 10 years.
After Joseph’s death, the firm was managed by executors
Key Beecham Dates:
1842 Thomas Beecham went into business with Beecham’s Pills. Thomas became a travelling salesman, offering
his pills in different parts of the country.
1875 Beecham was exporting his remedies to Africa and Australia.
1876 Beechams opened its first factory in St. Helens – the factory was the first
to be opened solely to produce medicines.
1885 The Thomas Beecham company acquired headquarters on the corner of
Westfield Street and Water Street.
1887 The company’s new factory was the first in the area to have electricity.
1907 Thomas Beecham died, and his sons Joseph and William took over the
running of the business.
1913 Production of Beecham’s Pills reached one million a day.
1924 The business was sold to Philip Hill
1926 Beecham’s Flu Powders were launched.
1944 The company was renamed Beecham Group Ltd.
Westfield Street looking towards the Beecham’s
Factory - courtesy of St Helens Archive Service
1957 Company scientists discovered the penicillin nucleus 6-aminopenicillanic acid (6-APA).
1959 Beecham Group Ltd signed an agreement with Bristol-Myers to market the medicines in the USA
1961 A 35-acre complex was built at Worthing to produce 6-APA and there are 14,450 people now employed in
the business.
1989 The Beecham Group plc and SmithKline Beckman merged to form SmithKline Beecham plc.
1998 Production of “Beecham’s Pills” ceased.
2001 SmithKline Beecham and Glaxo Wellcome merged to form GlaxoSmithKline.

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and in 1924 the firm was sold to entrepreneur
Philip Hill.
Offices at the Beecham Pill Factory - courtesy of St Helens Archive Service
The Beechams products continued to expand
both at home and overseas and the factory
was further extended in 1934 and again in
1947 and 1956. Under Philip’s leadership the
business began to buy up other companies
acquiring products and brands such as
Lucozade, Macleans and Brylcreem. Philip
took the company forward by improving their
research and development, after building
a laboratory in Surrey the company was
renamed Beecham Group Ltd.
That pioneering spirit was never far away
where Beechams was concerned and they
hit the headlines again in 1959 when their
scientists discovered a new penicillin nucleus,
This discovery allowed them to focus on
pharmaceutical development and eventually go on to sell
antibiotics worldwide.
In 1989 the Beecham Group and SmithKline Beckman
merged to form SmithKline Beecham and in 2000
they merged again to form what we now know as
GlaxoSmithKline. So embedded is the Beecham brand,
that GSK still uses its name for their over-the-counter cold
and flu products.
Beechams was a major employer for the people of St
Helens, for well over a century and the St Helens site
continued to produce pharmaceutical products until the
factory finally closed its doors in 1994.
Laboratory at Beechams Pills Limited - courtesy of GlaxoSmithKline plc
With thanks to St Helens Archive Service. The Archive Service collects, preserves and provides access to unique historic
materials that relate to different aspects of life across the borough of St Helens. Find out more information here -
www.sthelens.gov.uk/libraries/archive-service/

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Craft & Gift Fair
Memory Lane Fairs will be bringing you their popular
craft and gift fair at St Marks Gamble Hall on Sunday,
September 12 from 11am-4pm.
The hall, on the corner of Bishop Road and City Gardens,
will be packed to the rafters with homemade and
handmade goods, including a wide range of craft supplies
for your own craft projects.
The fair is subject to Covid regulations, and you will be
asked to wear a face mask and sanitise your hands on
your way in.
There are still indoor and outdoor spaces available, so if
you are interested in taking a stall, please email marissa@
memorylanefairs.com or call 07460 304327.
Ghost Hunt
Dare you take part in the Rainford Village Hall Ghost Hunt?
The Saturday 2nd October event will be hosted by
Haunted Rooms UK and you can join them for a thrilling
night of real ghost hunting at the 115-year-old hall. Over
the years the hall has been used as a dentist, a baby clinic,
a dance hall and acted as a morgue around the time of
the First World War.
If you’re feeling brave, you can join the Haunted Rooms
team from 8.30pm-2am for an entire night of paranormal
investigation.
For more information about the event and to book your
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Speak Now for 2023
If you’re involved in or enjoy arts and culture, St Helens
Borough Council wants to hear your views.
The Borough is in line to be the Liverpool City Region’s
Borough of Culture in 2023, and the Council have
organised two events for you to share your views on how
to make 2023 a successful year for arts and culture in St
Helens.
What would you like the arts and cultural programme to
say about the Borough in 2023?
Both sessions will be facilitated by St Helens Borough
Council Arts and Library Services in partnership with the
host venues. The first event is on Monday 13 September
from 6pm to 8pm at The Citadel Theatre, and the second
event is on Friday 17 September from 10am to 12 noon at
The World of Glass.
All are welcome to be involved. To reserve your ticket,
please search ‘St Helens Borough of Culture 2023’ on
www.eventbrite.co.uk. If you cannot attend either
session, please register your interest with cathshea@
sthelens.gov.uk.
Chance to Dance
Linedancers of all ages and abilities are invited along
to Rainford X Sports and Social Club on Bushey Lane in
Rainford Junction for fun on the dance floor. Hosted by
Graham and Jean Troughton, the line dance sessions
take place every Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8.00pm to
10.00pm.
The club has been running for approximately ten years
on a non-profit basis, and additional social nights are
organised at Christmas and other times of year for
members and their friends.
Complete beginners can be assured that the instructors
take time to teach easy dances too and there are always
people in the class willing to help. Those who have
danced before can expect a mixture of old and new
dances but nothing too difficult. The classes are all about
encouraging people to have some light-hearted and
enjoyable exercise as well as meeting and making new
friends.
The charge per session is just £3. For further details
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Autumn Quiz
Rainford Heritage Society will be hoping to test your
knowledge with their Autumn Quiz on Friday, September
17. The quiz is open to members and non-members
and will be held at Rainford X Sports and Social Club on
Bushey Lane from 7.30pm.
Tickets are £7 and this will buy you entry into the quiz
and a hot pot supper. There will be a raffle with lots of
great prizes up for grabs. For more information about
purchasing tickets, please contact Ray Waring on 01744
885547 or email rayw91141@gmail.com.
Rotary Plea
The Rotary Club of St Helens are looking for new members
to join their organisation. There are over 1.2 million
Rotarians worldwide, with club members enjoying a
varied and vibrant range of activities, from organising a
local fun run to helping with global disaster relief efforts.
The club meets every Monday at Grange Park Golf Club –
6pm for a 6.30pm start and you’re welcome to pop in to
find out more about the organisation and its members.
For more information about joining the St Helens Rotary
Club, visit www.rotarysthelens.org.
Donations Needed
A St Helens based charity is on the lookout for some
much-needed donations to enable them to carry on their
work in the community. Teardrops, based on Crab Street
in the town, is a non-profitable organisation set up to
support the homeless within the St Helens, Halton and
other surrounding areas.
Their aim is to support the homeless to give individuals
the chance to move from being homeless to one where
they will have the opportunity to integrate into day-today
society. Staff have put the call out for donations of
brand new and packaged men’s and women’s underwear
and men’s trainers in sizes 7, 8 and 9.
All items must be in a good, clean condition and can be
dropped off at the centre Monday to Friday between
9.30am-3pm. If you would like more information about
items to donate or if you would like to help further, please
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One of the latest buzz words in the business world
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Walk into the CASA-ANCORA Furniture studio
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The home décor ranges include quirky, industrial
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Fair Trade is a theme that runs strongly through
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As you browse through the variety of products on
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of vintage and contemporary furniture on display.
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Rachel takes pride in sourcing high quality furniture,
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then transforms the piece to produce furniture
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simply, CASA-ANCORA Furniture brings unloved
furniture back to life.
CASA-ANCORA also accepts commissions from
prospective customers looking to transform their
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A Guide to
Wooden
Floors
Laminate or solid, engineered or
reclaimed, timber flooring is a classic
choice that works in every room of
the house. It’s less cold and hard on
the feet than stone or tiles, better at
repelling stains than carpet and is
endlessly good-looking, whether in a
period property or a new home.
This reclaimed teak, available in random-width planks, has been
repaired and stained.
Woodworks by Ted Todd Rare Finds Dark Colonial Teak, £POA,
Ted Todd: 01925 284 496; tedtodd.co.uk.
Preparing for a new timber floor
Timber floors can be fitted anywhere in the house, on solid
or suspended floors, although – because wood expands
and contracts according to humidity – they’re often not
advised for bathrooms or other wet areas. In this case, it’s
best to stick to high-quality engineered wood. Insulate
the sub-floor before you start, and consider what effect
the new flooring will have on your final floor level – which
may affect thresholds and require doors to be cut across
the bottom so they will open and close. When fixing the
boards down, make sure to avoid any pipes and wires
that run beneath the existing floor. To keep your final
floorcovering pristine, avoid fitting it until all the ‘wet’ or
dirty building work is complete.
What type of timber floor?
Floorboards laid in a chevron pattern create a stylish base for a
sophisticated room scheme.
Lottie grand sofa in Isla Kingfisher with darkened oak legs, £2,425;
Brompton reading floor lamp in brass, £350; Matilda armchair in
Imogen Holkham Sand with pale oak legs, £795; Keswick square
coffee table, £500; all Neptune: www.neptune.com.
Laminate floorboards are usually made from a resinimpregnated
decorative paper surface layer (with
photographs of real wood), bonded to a thin MDF or
chipboard core. With cheap versions it can be easy to spot
the pattern repeat , and they’re not especially durable,
but more expensive brands are very tough and come with
long guarantees.

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Solid wood is exactly that – whatever type of wood it is
composed of goes all the way through the board, so it
looks and feels entirely natural and can be sanded again
and again.
Engineered wood (sometimes called multi-layer or,
confusingly, laminated) is made from layers of solid
timber or a veneer of solid timber on top of MDF, plywood,
chipboard or softwood, with a balancing veneer beneath.
Most are made up of either three or five layers, crossbonded
for greater stability. A top layer of at least 5mm
allows for limited sanding if necessary. The advantage of
engineered boards over solid ones is that they shouldn’t
warp, gap, cup or bow.
Reclaimed boards have a beautiful patina that simply
can’t be replicated, and are the environmentally friendly
option. They don’t come cheap, as they often require
work to remedy problems such as woodworm, ingrained
dirt and stains, dents and splits, variations in thickness
or colour, broken tongue and groove, and lots of old
nails. When buying, always ask where the wood came
from and how it’s been stored since it was reclaimed
– timber that has stood outside for any length of time
may be useless, and would need to dry out considerably
before it could be used again. As a rule of thumb, pine
is cheaper than oak, and narrower boards are cheaper
than wider ones.
Style and finish
Most timber floors sold in the UK are made from
European oak, which has a lovely grain and is very longlasting.
There are, however, many other choices, including
beech, maple, ash, walnut, merbau, cherry and, of course,
pine. As for finishes, options include stains, waxes, oils,
varnishes and limewashes, each of which can subtly
change the appearance of the final floor.
An important consideration is the form and laying
pattern of the boards. Both solid and engineered wood
flooring is available as boards (in varying widths), strips
(less than 10cm wide), smallish blocks (extremely strong)
and parquet (like blocks, but thinner). While boards
are traditionally laid parallel to one another, designers
are increasingly turning to the contemporary effect
of chevron and herringbone styles, while parquet has
had something of a renaissance in recent years, with
intricately patterned squares that look glamorous and
dramatic.
A white-oil finish creates a clean, fresh look in this bright entrance hall.
Oak White oiled brushed wood flooring, £72 per square metre, The
Natural Wood Floor Company: 020 8871 9771; naturalwoodfloor.co.uk.
LOOKING AFTER A WOODEN FLOOR
Wood floors don’t need a great deal of special
treatment. The main thing to remember is not to
let them get too wet, to install a good doormat
and take off stilettos, which will punch small holes
everywhere. Remove dust and grit regularly by
vacuuming or cleaning with a soft broom. Mop
occasionally, but don’t soak the wood or leave
water sitting on it – wring the mop head as much
as possible, then wipe over again with a dry mop.
Using a proprietary cleaning product will make your
floor look better and last longer – ask your retailer
for advice. And don’t forget that a new wooden
floor will naturally become darker or lighter as it
matures.

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Wood has always been a reliable, durable and
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AIM for flexibility in
Inheritance Tax planning
As Benjamin Franklin said, “In this world, nothing is certain
except death and taxes.”
Inheritance tax sums this up perfectly. There is also a
quote from Roy Jenkins, “Inheritance tax is a voluntary
tax paid by those who distrust their heirs more than they
dislike the Inland Revenue.”
Inheritance tax (IHT) when first introduced was intended
to affect only the very wealthy, but over recent decades
more families have found themselves caught in the net,
mainly due to big rises in property prices and investments.
In the last six tax years, over £30bn was paid in IHT, with
the Office for Budget Responsibility forecasting 30,400
estates will be liable for IHT in 2020/21. With both the
Nil Rate Band and the Residential Nil Rate Band frozen
for a further five years, IHT receipts are forecast to rise to
£6.6bn in 2025/26.
Therefore, the need for financial advice on estate
planning, and inheritance tax planning, has become ever
greater. Events of the past eighteen months have brought
mortality fully into focus and the need to plan to avoid IHT
has become more important. IHT is levied on estates more
than £325,000 for an individual and £650,000 for those
married or in a civil partnership. There is also a residence
nil rate band of an additional £175,000 per person should
they leave their property to their direct descendants.
There are several well-established tax planning solutions
to mitigate IHT, each with their own pros and cons. These
include gifting, the use of Trusts and life assurance.
Another solution, which has been growing in popularity
in recent years, is the use of Business Relief by investing
in the shares of companies listed on the Alternative
Investment Market (AIM).
The AIM market celebrated its 25th anniversary last year
and has been a major success story for the UK, helping
nearly 4,000 smaller companies raise capital to fund
growth and development. Familiar names include ASOS,
Boohoo, Fever Tree and Jet2. Subject to qualification
rules, some AIM company shares may qualify for 100%
Business Relief. If an investor holds the shares for at
least two years, and held them at death, qualifying
shares will not be subject to IHT. Although as with any
form of tax planning there is always the risk that tax rules
may change in future.
Aside from IHT planning, AIM investment also offers
the prospect for capital growth over the longer term,
although this represents a much higher risk investment
for people nearing/in retirement.
AIM investment for Business Relief offers a wide range of
IHT planning options that can help clients in several ways.
• In contrast to making a gift and having to survive
seven years, the two-year survival requirement may
be attractive to those facing the prospect of a reduced
life expectancy, or who are in later life with inadequate
protection from IHT.
• The investor retains access to their capital. Keeping
control may appeal to clients reluctant to gift assets and
who wish to make capital withdrawals when required.
• Most ISA investors are familiar with the benefits of taxfree
income and growth, but less well known is that
after death their ISA will be included in their estate.
With many having accumulated substantial ISA pots
over the years, the prospect of a large IHT bill may
come as a shock. AIM investment is permissible in an
ISA, so switching or transferring ISA holdings into an
AIM IHT portfolio adds the prospect of IHT relief to the
favourable tax advantages already available.
Whilst it won’t be right for everyone, the versatility and
flexibility of AIM investment for inheritance tax planning
makes it an appropriate solution for a number of client
scenarios.
Andrew Platt
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which would have an impact on the level of pension benefits available. Your pension income could also be affected by the interest rates at the time you take your benefits.
The tax implications of pension withdrawals will be based on your individual circumstances, tax legislation and regulation which are subject to change in the future. You should seek
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Money
Matters
TEACHING KIDS TO
BE SAVVY SAVERS
Most of us have made mistakes with
money at some point. Help your
children to avoid the same financial
pitfalls by giving them the knowledge
and skills to build on in the future.
Teach them the value of money
Rather than buying your children sweets each week, give
them pocket money, some of which they can use to buy
sweets and some of which they can save for a bigger
treat. It’s good for children to earn at least part of their
pocket money by doing chores. They’ll learn that money
doesn’t come for nothing and be less likely to waste it. To
make life easier, you could use an app and debit card like
RoosterMoney or Go Henry, which were created to help
children get to grips with their finances and earn money
through chores.
Help them to budget
Encourage children to save up for something they really
want rather than just waiting for Christmas or their
birthday. You could start by explaining how much they’d
need to save each week to achieve their goal. Younger
children tend to need quicker results, so start with a small
goal that can be achieved in a few weeks rather than
months.
Give them responsibility
Part of appreciating the value of
money is learning through mistakes.
It’s tempting to step in and stop your
child from spending their pocket
money on things that you know they
will quickly discard. Offer advice but
let them make their own decisions on
low-value items. They may well then think
twice next time they want to buy a blind bag or an
expensive T-shirt. When older children are ready, you
could give them more responsibility for budgeting for the
things they need by giving them an allowance for clothes,
school dinners, travel expenses, toiletries, days out and
so on, and helping them to work out a monthly budget.
Again, they can earn more through chores if they want to
save up for high-value items.
Discuss money
Don’t be afraid to talk about money with your children.
You could share how much you’re setting aside each
month for next year’s holiday for example, and talk
about your own experiences with money. You can also
help your child to see that, while it’s good to shop around
for the best price, cheap doesn’t always mean best value.
However, try not to make your child worried about family
finances. It’s fine to talk about not being able to afford
something or how you’re saving up for a big purchase,
but you don’t want your child to lose sleep worrying that
you won’t be able to pay the bills.
Learn from the experts
Make the most of children’s love for online games. MyBnk
is a UK charity on a mission to help children build good
money habits. It has created a series of fun online courses
for ages 5 to 21. You can access them for free at learning.
mybnk.org/our-courses.

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by Chris Pearce
Distance: 6¼ Difficulty: Medium Plus
Frodsham
& Helsby
Occasionally when I collate a Jack’s Tracks walk, I get a
suspicion that there’s room for improvement. The Sandstone
Trail in spring 2020 was a case in point; the first half of the
walk was a cracker, the back half just ok, so I popped over
the Mersey again recently to scratch that itch. This wellsignposted
6¼ mile walk centres around two prehistoric
hilltops enclosures; Helsby Hill and Woodhouse Hill. There
are lots of climbs and some sheer cliffs on this walk, so
I would recommend that you leave the kids at home and
make sure you wear suitable footwear.
Start the walk at the car park for Frodsham’s
war memorial (WA6 6BG) and take the
steep road downhill. Turn left at the
Belle Monte Hotel and look for a
footpath on your right which
plunges you into
the woods. After a few short steps, the path forks so take
the left fork uphill.
After a few minutes walking – follow the yellow ‘S’ sign
and go up the sandstone steps and you’ll arrive at the war
memorial, the first of many impressive viewpoints on the
walk. Carry on in the same direction past the war memorial
and ease downhill for 200 yards – then take the lower path.
The track continues, hugging the side of the hill in the
shadow of sandstone cliffs until you ascend once more,
briefly arriving at an open area at the top and then again
sinking into the woods. You’ll soon arrive at a crossroad
of paths by some wooden steps, turn right here following
the NCW sign and you’ll arrive at multiple flights of steep
steel steps, Take the steps carefully to the bottom of the
sandstone valley and you arrive at a fingerpost – turn
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Continue on the path downhill until you reach a
distinctive wall; turn left here and take the steps down
the steep hill. When you arrive at the foot of the
hill where all the ferns are, there’s two options;
turn right at this point.
Follow the path through the woods, close to
its perimeter with farmland for just under ¾
mile until you reach an exit marked Tarvin
Road. Take this exit and walk down to the
road; turn left and then first right into the
single-track Chestnut Lane.
At its conclusion Chestnut Lane
narrows to a footpath: take the
bridge across the stream and head
in the same direction up the
concrete steps. Follow this evernarrowing
footpath until you
arrive out in the open by a
house called Tong Dean. Go
through the gate opposite
and follow the clearly
defined footpath until
you arrive in Helsby on
Bates Lane.
Turn right and then
turn left at the
crossroads on the
Old Chester Road.
Look out for a
footpath sign
for ‘Helsby Hill’ on your left about 50 yards up that road.
Turn up the narrow footpath for a short steep climb
to an opening with three paths and a fingerpost.
Take the second path marked ‘Hill Top’ and
take a gentle enough climb, passing a cliff
top viewpoint on the way, until you reach
the summit of Helsby Hill, which is marked
by a trig point.
The views from the top of this hillfort are
pretty impressive, 360-degree views of the
Mersey Estuary and Liverpool, the mountains
of North Wales and also the Shropshire Hills
to the south.
Exit the summit via the path directly opposite
the path you took to arrive at the summit and
follow that path downhill for approximately
150 yards. Take a left turn at a fingerpost (partly
hidden on the left) towards ‘Harmers Lake’. 350
yards later, you’ll have passed the lake on the left
and arrived at the single-track lane. Turn right
downhill and once you’ve passed a secondary and
the primary entrance to Harmers Wood on the left,
there’s a signpost on the left to Tarvin Road.
Follow this path for 400 yards to Tarvin Road and
then turn left for 200 yards. Look for a signpost on
your right (Alvaney/Burrows Lane), which is partly
hidden behind a tree and take that path. Once you’ve
crossed a bridge, turn left along the field’s perimeter
in the direction of Woodhouse Hill.
Once you reach Burrows Lane turn left and, at the
T-junction, turn right and 350 yards later, take the left
fork down a footpath/bridle path. Follow this long
gentle incline for just under ¾ mile, ignoring
the turn offs to Snidey Moor on the
right and to Woodhouse Hill on the
left. Once you reach the T-junction

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For those with the OS Maps
app on your desktop, mobile
or tablet, this walk is named:
JT-Frodsham-Helsby
Hatley Lane
Netherton
M56
A56
B5393
Sandstone Trail
Beacon
Hill
A56
The Coppice
Helsby
Bates Lane
Hawthorn
Farm
Tarvin Road
North Cheshire Way
Woodhouse
Hill
Higher Mickledale
Farm
Helsby
Hill
Bates Lane
Arboretum
Manley Road
Harmers
Wood
Foxhill
Farm
Foxhill
Wood
Tower
Snidley
Moor
Burrows Lane
Home Farm
Elevation
100m
50m
0.0km 5.0km 10km
Lowest 23m
Highest 141m
Total ascent 425m

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with bench on the right and the fingerpost on the
left, turn left and then bear right at the next fork
taking the path round the edge of the woodlands.
Look for the path encased by a low sandstone
wall on your left and follow this path to the top of
Woodhouse Hill before sharply dropping down steps
to a bench and an info board ‘Ice and Sea’.
Turn right and follow the path gradually downhill,
parallel to the golf course. Just past the tee for the
10th hole, take care when climbing down some steep
sandstone steps. At the base, turn left, walk over the
wooden bridge and you arrive at the fingerpost from
earlier.
Tackle the flights of steel stairs once again and
retrace your steps for 100 yards or so until you
see a turn to the right which takes you through
undergrowth and onto the golf course. You need
to look hard to see a slight dip running diagonally
across the fairway heading to the left of the masts
in the distance. As you cross the fairways, you’ll see
a very apparent footpath in the distance that runs
firstly through undergrowth and then runs onto a
dirt track heading up to Simons Lane.
Turn left when you reach Simons Lane and follow
the road round a right-hand bend that runs downhill
past the Forest Hills hotel back to the starting point.

Cooking with the Kids
Top tips before you start
This is a great time to start teaching your child about food hygiene and safety. Even toddlers can
quickly learn that they need to wash their hands before cooking and not to touch the hob when
it’s on. Older children can learn how to use an oven glove and knife, why it’s important to clean
surfaces and so on. Do always supervise kids when they’re cooking though.
All the recipes should feed four people for lunch or dinner.
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Pepper and
tomato pasta
Bored of baking fairy cakes?
Help your kids’ cooking skills reach
the next level with our easy recipes.
Ingredients
• Half an onion
• Three large red or yellow salad
peppers
• Two cloves of garlic
• One tablespoon of olive oil
• One carton of passata
• One tin of chopped tomatoes
• A pinch of dried basil
• Approx. 400g of dried wholemeal
spaghetti
• Cheese to sprinkle on top
Method
• Chop the onion, peppers and
garlic. Warm the olive oil on a
medium heat in a large saucepan.
Add the chopped vegetables and
lightly sauté for a few minutes.
Add the passata, tinned tomatoes
and dried basil. Pop the lid on and
leave to simmer on a low heat for
15 minutes.
• Meanwhile, cook the spaghetti in
a large pan of boiling water for 10
minutes (or as long as it says on
the packet).
• Blend the sauce until smooth and
spoon it over the cooked pasta.
Add grated cheese if required. If
there’s any sauce left, freeze it for
another day.
Cheesy egg
muffins
Ingredients
• 8 eggs
• 100ml of milk
• 1-2 slices of ham
• A handful of vegetables, e.g.
sliced mushrooms, chopped
tomatoes, tinned sweetcorn
• Approx. 120g of cheddar cheese
Method
• Preheat the oven to 200°C/180°C
fan/gas mark 6. Lightly grease a
muffin tin with butter.
• Whisk the eggs and milk together.
• Tear the ham into small pieces. Add
the vegetables and ham to each
individual muffin cup. Pour in the
eggs and top with grated cheese.
• Bake in the oven for 20-25
minutes. (Use a skewer or sharp
knife to check they’re cooked.)
• Eat hot with fries or cold with salad.
Cheat’s pizza
Ingredients
• 2 part-baked baguettes
• 4-5 tablespoons of passata (or
just use ketchup mixed with a
dollop of tomato puree)
• Toppings, e.g. shredded ham,
cooked sweetcorn, pineapple
chunks, pepperoni
• Approx. 250g of grated
mozzarella or cheddar
Method
• Preheat oven to 200°C/180°C fan/
gas mark 6.
• Cut each baguette in half
lengthways. Spread passata on
the long cut sides.
• Add your toppings, followed by
cheese, and pop the pizzas in the
oven for 10 minutes.

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Slow-roasted Paprika Chicken
with Lemon and Artichokes
Serves 6
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook: 2 hours 30 minutes
Ingredients
1 tbsp smoked paprika
1 tsp sumac
3 tbsp olive oil
1 organic chicken, jointed
1 bulb of garlic (separated into unpeeled
cloves)
Sprig of thyme
2 unwaxed lemons, cut into quarters
150 ml chicken stock
Black pepper
1 x 400g can artichoke hearts
This is such an easy recipe. Everything is simply placed in a roasting dish
and slow-cooked in the oven, creating an amazing spicy lemony flavour.
Serve leftovers for lunch the following day cold with salad.
Method
1. Pre-heat the oven to 160°C/150°C fan/gas mark 3.
2. Mix together the paprika, sumac and olive oil. Put the chicken pieces
into a roasting tin and add the garlic cloves, thyme and lemon
quarters. Pour over the paprika oil and rub all over the chicken pieces.
3. Drizzle over the stock and season with black pepper. Cover the dish
with foil and cook in the oven for 2 hours.
4. Remove the foil from the roasting tin, add the artichoke hearts and
turn the oven up to 200°C/180°C fan/gas mark 6. Cook for another 30
minutes or until the chicken is golden.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION PER SERVING: 387kcal, fat 27.8g (of which saturates 7g), carbohydrate 1.4g
(of which sugars 0.6g), protein 33.2g.

Chilli Glazed Salmon
with Cucumber, Herb & Lime Salad
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Serves 2
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 7 minutes
Wild Alaskan salmon is an excellent source of omega-3 fats and protein.
In this dish, fillets of salmon are marinated in a tangy Asian-style dressing
and accompanied by a light refreshing cucumber and bean sprout salad.
Accompany with some seasonal leafy greens.
Ingredients
1 pickled chilli (or ½ fresh deseeded chilli)
2 garlic cloves, crushed
2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
1 tbsp tamari soy sauce
2 tbsp xylitol or honey
2 boneless salmon fillets, skin on
2 tbsp lime juice
1 tbsp xylitol or honey
1 tbsp mirin
Handful of bean sprouts or sprouted seeds
1 cucumber, halved and thinly sliced
Small handful fresh mint leaves, chopped
Small handful of coriander leaves, chopped
2 spring onions, finely sliced
1 tbsp chopped cashews
Method
1. Place the chilli, garlic, vinegar, tamari, xylitol or honey in a food
processor and process to combine. Put the salmon fillets in a shallow
dish, pour over the marinade and set aside in the fridge for 30 minutes.
2. Make up the dressing by mixing the lime juice, xylitol or honey and
mirin together (if using xylitol make sure it has dissolved). Put the
bean sprouts, cucumber, mint, coriander, spring onions, cashews and
the dressing in a bowl and toss until well combined.
3. Preheat the grill to high. Remove the salmon from the marinade. Place
the salmon on a lined baking tray. Grill for 7 minutes or until the fish
is golden and just cooked through. Place the remaining marinade in a
small pan and simmer to form a glaze. Pour over the cooked salmon.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION PER SERVING: calories 305kcal, protein 23.4g, carbohydrates 26.9g (of which sugars
24.4g), total fat14.9g(of which saturates 2.6g).

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Council to represent Muncaster Ward
Rainford Parish Council is made up of 15 Councillors,
3 in each of 5 wards: Crank, Junction, Mossborough,
Muncaster & Randle.
Councillors attend meetings of the full council and often
participate in committees that deal with specific areas of
council business. Councillors take collective decisions
that form the policy of the council. People of any political
or religious persuasion are eligible to become a councillor,
although their personal views should not extend into their
parish council work.
Good Communication and engagement are central to
being an effective councillor.
As well as being an advocate for your local residents, you
will also need to keep them informed about matters in
Rainford that affect them. In order to understand and
represent local views and priorities, you need to build
strong relationships and encourage residents to make
their views known and engage with you and the Parish
Council.
Being a Parish Councillor and serving and shaping your
local community can be an interesting and rewarding
experience. For further information please contact the
Parish Clerk, Sally Powell.
01744 884709 clerk@rainfordparishcouncil.gov.uk
Parish Council Meetings
Community Liaison Committee
01.09.2021 and 06.10.2021
Health & Safety Committee
03.09.2021 and 01.10.2021
Finance Planning & Administration Committee
08.2021 and 13.10.2021
Full Council meeting
27.09.2021 and 25.10.2021.
All meetings take place in the Council Chamber at Rainford
Village Hall.
Residents are encouraged to address members on matters
of concern to them are very welcome to attend meetings.
Further information on the Parish Council website:
www.rainfordparishcouncil.gov.uk
Business Breakfast
A breakfast forum for Businesses
in Rainford and residents who have
businesses. The next meeting is on
22.09.2021 from 8am – 9am at the
Village Hall and Gary Maddock will
talk about the new plans for St Helens Town Centre.
To book a free place call 01744 884709 or email admin@
rainfordparishcouncil.gov uk
The Future of the Library in
Rainford
St Helens Council is considering the future of the library
service. Rainford Parish Council wants to hear your
views about Rainford library and if you think a library
service should continue in the Village. Let us know
your opinion by calling 01744 884709 or emailing
clerk@rainfordparishcouncil.gov.uk. We are particularly
interested in whether people use the library and if you
think a community led library would work in Rainford.
The Village Hall
Rainford Village Hall is available to hire for classes,
meetings, parties, anniversaries, events and Wedding
Receptions. Call 01744 884709 or email admin@
rainfordparishcouncil.gov.uk to discuss your requirements.

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Craft Fayre
September 12th 2021 will see local crafters and businesses gathering at
Rainford Village Hall for a Craft Fayre. Open between 10am and 4pm with
everything from cakes, cards and candles to wood work and even books and
children’s toys. Supporting local businesses has never been more important so
hope to see you there!
Road Safety
Parish Councillors are continuing to push for road safety initiatives and work
with the Borough Councillors, local organisations, Merseyside Police and
officers from St Helens Council to make our roads safer. Please do your part
by observing speed limits, driving with care and consideration and parking
legally. Please leave the parking spaces outside the shops for those who really
need them and observe the 2-hour parking rule.
Rainford Christmas Fayre
Rainford Christmas Fayre will take place this
year on 4th December 2021!
With Father Christmas in his grotto and a
variety of exciting stalls, you’ll have your
Christmas Shopping all wrapped up. You can
also treat yourself to some delicious food and
snacks. Entertainment throughout the day,
will make this a very special fun-filled event for
everyone.
If you are interested in being a stall holder, please
email admin@rainfordparishcouncil.gov.uk
Christmas Parties at the
Village Hall
Join us at the Village Hall on Friday 17.12.2021 or Saturday 18.12.2021 for a great Christmas Night Out with family, friends
or colleagues. Tickets are just £35 per person, for a 3-course meal and entertainment in a beautiful setting. Call 01744
884709 or admin@rainfordparishcouncil.gov.uk for further information and to book tickets.
RAINFORD PARISH COUNCIL
Rainford Village Hall, Church Road Rainford WA11 8HB
01744 884709
clerk@rainfordparishcouncil.gov.uk
@rainfordvillagehall
@rainfordparishcouncil

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Puzzle Pages
CROSSWORD
ACROSS
1. Closed political meeting (6)
7. Sweet almond paste used on Christmas cakes (8)
8. Black marine bivalve with a brownishblack
elongated oval shell (6)
10. Case for a knife or a sword (6)
11. Long oar mounted at the stern of a boat (5)
13. Drink given to people who are ill (4,3)
DOWN
1. Universe seen as an ordered whole (6)
2. Vehicles from outer space (inits) (4)
3. Extract (metals) by heating (5)
4. Light, plastic disc used as a plaything (TM) (7)
5. Unit of length equal to 1760 yards (4)
6. Large case of strong fabric for sleeping on (8)
9. Croatian city on the Adriatic Sea (5)
12. Heavy, woven fabric used in rugs and
bedspreads (8)
14. Apartments (5)
15. Short preview of a film or TV programme (7)
18. Capital of Zimbabwe (6)
19. Analysis of a substance such as gold
or silver, to determine its make-up (5)
21. Chief port of Yemen (4)
23. Friar associated with Robin Hood (4)
16. Tall stand with a sloping top to hold a book or notes (7)
17. Ngaio ___, writer of whodunnit stories (5)
20. Hindu Festival of Lights (6)
22. Title given to a nun (6)
24. Plant with soothing juice used to treat burns (4,4)
25. A bet on four or more horses in different races (6)
WORDWHEEL
Using only the letters in the Wordwheel, you have ten
minutes to find as many words as possible, none of
which may be plurals, foreign words or proper nouns.
Each word must be of three letters or more, all must
contain the central letter and letters can only be used
once in every word. There is at least one word that uses
all of the letters in the wheel.
TARGET
EXCELLENT: 8 or more words
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BONNET
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CLUTCH
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HORN
INDICATOR
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ROOF
SATNAV
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bottom, using the exact number of rungs provided.
BEER
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CLUE: Full of big talk
but lacking action!
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the letters to find the
word or phrase that fits
the clue.
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All the puzzle solutions can be found
on page 76 of this magazine

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Six of the best
MUSEUMS
OF THE
SIX
B E S T
SCIENCE
AND INDUSTRY
MUSEUM
The Science and Industry Museum is devoted to inspiring visitors
through ideas that change the world, from the Industrial Revolution
to today and beyond. Located on the site of the oldest surviving
passenger railway station, in the heart of the world’s first industrial
city – today it is alive with innovative discoveries in science and
technology.
Highlights include; the Textiles Gallery charting the history of the
cotton industry that fuelled the Industrial Revolution complete with working mill machines; a working replica of the
“Manchester Baby” – the world’s first stored programme computer; the Experiment Gallery where families can get handson
with experiments and puzzles; temporary exhibitions featuring everything from the early years of Factory Records to
the major new Cancer Revolution exhibition due to open in October; as well as events throughout the year celebrating
the science around us every day.
The museum is currently undergoing a multi-million-pound restoration programme. As well as the now-complete Special
Exhibitions Gallery, the much-loved Power Hall is being renovated, and improvement works are currently being made to
the historic 1830s Station and Warehouse, the world’s first passenger railway station and the oldest existing railway goods
warehouse respectively.
FACTS
Address: Liverpool Road, Manchester,
M3 4FP
Opening times: 10.00 - 17.00, Monday –
Sunday (school holidays), 10.00 – 17.00,
Wednesday to Sunday (term time)
(Please check website for details)
www.scienceandindustrymuseum.org.uk

WORLD MUSEUM
Experience the wonders of life and the universe at World Museum, where millions of years of the world’s history are revealed.
Find out how humans have shaped the planet we inhabit, and how human behaviour is impacting our world today.
We will take you to the farthest reaches of our spectacular world, diving down into underwater life in the newly refurbished
Aquarium and blasting you off into the skies in the Space Gallery and our updated Planetarium.
Visit the Ancient Egypt gallery, which displays items from one of the finest ancient Egyptian and Nubian collections in
Europe, and immerse yourself in Sarah Howe’s magical poetry about survival and loss in the World Cultures Gallery.
Get up close to leaf cutting ants and other animals in the Bug House. Go back in time to see fossil bones and footprints of
animals that inhabited the earth millions of years ago.
Don’t miss AI: More than human (until 31 October), which explores the fascinating world of artificial intelligence. Bursting with
interactivity through immersive artworks and scientific developments, the exhibition gives visitors a thrilling vision of the future.
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FACTS
Address: World Museum, William Brown
Street, Liverpool, L3 8EL
Opening Times: Monday to Sunday
10am–6pm
www.liverpoolmuseums.org.uk/worldmuseum
www.facebook.com/worldmuseum
THE MUSEUM OF
LIVERPOOL
The Museum of Liverpool explores the city’s contribution to the world
through its unique geography, history and culture, with more than 6,000
objects and interactives. In 2019 the Museum won a public vote in the Kids
in Museums’ Family Friendly Awards in the large museum category.
The Little Liverpool gallery is a hands-on fantasy world especially for children
under the age of six to play and learn. Inside the gallery our youngest visitors
can create their own Liverpool - a city where they are in charge.
The museum opens its much-loved Wondrous Place gallery in November.
The gallery explores the city’s roll call of entertainers, writers, poets,
performers, musicians, visual artists, comedians and sports people through
around 650 objects, interactives and immersive experiences.
Visitors can also marvel at the land transport collection, which includes
more than 200 vehicles ranging from Lion locomotive, built in 1838, to a
Range Rover Evoque from 2011.
No Liverpool museum would be complete without a nod to the Fab Four.
Our collections includes material chronicling the band’s careers from the
early days to solo projects after the band split up.
FACTS
Address: Museum of Liverpool, Pier Head,
Waterfront, Liverpool, L3 1DG
Opening Times: Tuesday - Sunday
10am–6pm
www.liverpoolmuseums.org.uk/
museum-of-liverpool
www.facebook.com/museumofliverpool

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PEOPLE’S HISTORY MUSEUM
The People’s History Museum’s (PHM) exhibitions, galleries and collections bring together stories of those that have
campaigned for change, progress and equality; these ideas worth fighting for are the lifeblood of the museum.
As the national museum of democracy, it’s no coincidence that PHM’s home is in Manchester. This radical city has always
been led by its progressive spirit and this is seen in its role in campaigns such the right to vote, votes for women and LGBT+
rights – just some of the stories featured.
PHM combines the historic with the contemporary. Recent issues explored include Black Lives Matter, women’s rights and
migration, and it is renowned for its co-curation and the way in which it supports communities to use their voices to share
their experiences.
The museum is suitable and, as a holder of the Family Friendly Museum Award, this includes lots of family focused content. Two
permanent galleries, an active events programme and regular changing exhibitions means there is always lots to do and see.
And finally, look out for the brilliant museum shop and new cafe and bar serving a delicious, ethically sourced menu.
MARITIME MUSEUM
FACTS
Address: Left Bank, Spinningfields,
Manchester M3 2ER
Opening Times: 10am-4pm Weds to Sun
www.phm.org.uk
www.facebook.com/PHMMcr/
Maritime Museum explores Liverpool’s maritime history through the ages. Collections consist of objects and archives
connected to ships, boats, life at sea, the port of Liverpool and its connection to the world. Highlights include ship models,
paintings, works on paper and boats, as well as the largest object in the collection, the Edmund Gardner pilot ship, moored
at the dry dock opposite the museum
Explore the moving and fascinating stories of Liverpool’s seafarers and passengers, at the Life on Board gallery and
discover the history behind the tragic sinkings of Lusitania and Titanic.
Enter the dark and unseen world of smuggling, intrigue and danger in Seized! the Border and Customs uncovered. One of the
gallery’s key themes is anti-smuggling, which includes detective work, crime fighting, patrolling frontiers and investigation.
Discover the origin of Liverpool’s fortune, buried underneath Liverpool ONE on an Old Dock Tour Revealed during
excavations on the site in 2001, the story of the world’s first commercial enclosed wet dock is explored on this guided tour.
You will discover how a brave idea and an innovative feat of engineering shaped Liverpool’s destiny forever.
FACTS
Address: Royal Albert Dock Liverpool, Liverpool
Waterfront, Liverpool, L3 4AQ
Opening Times: Tuesday to Sunday 10am–6pm
www.liverpoolmuseums.org.uk/maritime
www.facebook.com/merseysidemaritimemuseum

IWM NORTH
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Since opening on 5 July 2002, IWM North has welcomed over 4 million visitors. It is the fifth branch of the national Imperial
War Museums and the first outside SE England. IWM North tackles themes of war and conflict in innovative ways, using the
sound, photography and film archives of IWM to great effect.
It was the first building in the UK to be designed by Daniel Libeskind, the internationally renowned architect
of the Jewish Museum, Berlin, and the masterplan for Ground Zero, New York. The Museum’s three
interlocking shards are fragments of a shattered globe that signify conflict on land, water and in the air.
IWM North is also a museum for the people of Manchester. The site that IWM North stands on
today is where the Hovis Grain Silos once stood before they were bombed and burnt
down in the Manchester Blitz during the Second World War. Objects unique to
Manchester, such as a Manchester Blitz Fire Fighting Trailer Pump, are on
display. The Big Picture Show “Mightier Than War” combines the
powerful poetry of Mancunian Tony Walsh with poignant
imagery from our collection.
FACTS
Address: IWM North, The Quays, Trafford
Wharf Road, Manchester M17 1TZ
Opening times: 10am – 5pm. Open daily
from Monday 5 July – Sunday 5 September.
From 6 September IWM North will be closed
on Mondays and Tuesdays.
www.iwm.org.uk
www.facebook.com/iwm.north
OF THE
SIX
B E S T

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Hybrid SUVs: what’s available?
If you fancy a hybrid with more space there are plenty of options
The SUV lends itself perfectly to a hybrid powertrain. With
more space, it means there’s a little more wiggle room for
the batteries and, as a result, it allows for a better boot.
Needless to say, many manufacturers have clocked onto
this, which is why there are so many hybrid SUV offerings
available today.
With such a congested market it can be tricky to find out
which is right for you. Fortunately, we’ve picked out some
of the best options available today.
Kia Sorento PHEV
Kia is on a bit of a roll with its electrified powertrains, so
it came as little surprise when a plug-in hybrid version of
its latest Sorento SUV was announced. It uses a 1.6-litre
petrol engine linked to an electric motor and batteries,
and Kia claims you’ll get around 35 miles of electric-only
driving.
As well as a striking exterior design, the Sorento boasts
a well-made cabin that is fitted with a healthy level of
standard equipment.
BMW X5 xDrive45e
BMW’s X5 has been a core part of the SUV segment for
decades, but more recently it has been added to with
the introduction of a plug-in hybrid variant – badged
X5 xDrive45e. Where this car majors, though, is electric
range; at up to 54 miles, it far exceeds the vast majority of
other hybrids and allows for decent-length journeys to be
completed on battery power alone.
Plus, you still get the premium cabin and sharp looks that
you’d associate with the standard X5.

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DS 7 Crossback E-Tense
As it’s part of the wider PSA Group, DS can take advantage
of all manner of hybrid powertrains. It’s why the 3008 and
the DS 7 Crossback E-Tense appear so similar – they’re
essentially the same underneath. However, that efficient
hybrid setup is contained within a slightly more dramatic,
eye-catching exterior with the DS, while the interior is
flamboyant too.
Mercedes-Benz GLE350de
In a break from the norm, the GLE350de arrives as a dieselpowered
hybrid. Mercedes has a few in its line-up, but
across the wider segment, a hybrid paired with a diesel
engine isn’t a regular occurrence. Mercedes claims you’ll
get up to 256.8 mpg combined, too, which will certainly
help with the fuel bills.
Plus, when you’ve run out of electricity – which should
still give you a decent 54 miles between charges – you’re
left with a smooth and refined 2.0-litre diesel engine.

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Inside outside decor
Garden Trends
WHAT’S HOT AND WHAT’S NOT
Passion for gardens has probably never been greater. Thanks to the Covid-19
pandemic and the restrictions that we were all obliged to follow, outside spaces
have taken on a whole new vibe. The trend for utilising even the tiniest of outdoor
areas is probably here to stay – at least for the next few years.
This fact is borne out by estate agents who have noticed that at least a quarter of potential property buyers are seeking
more green space. Flats with gardens are now hugely popular, whereas a few years ago most people purchasing an
apartment weren’t interested in owning outdoor space. Working from home has encouraged people to use every room in
their house and to value their garden equally. Many will continue to use their home office rather than commute, because
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In line with our new appreciation for gardens, many of us
have created garden ‘rooms’, where the inside flows into
an outdoor kitchen and dining area. The lines between
indoors and out have been blurred. It is no longer unusual
for people to install outdoor fridges, cookers, storage,
food-preparation surfaces and, of course, seating. The
latter will probably include a dining table with chairs
but also an outdoor lounge with comfortable furniture.
Sometimes this can take up most of the garden, but
hopefully there will be some attractive planting to
provide screening, perhaps a soothing water feature
and definitely a firepit so that everyone can stay outside
during the evening.
Gardens need life
Treating a garden as an extension to the home is a
developing trend for those who can afford this impressive
display of luxury. But is it good for gardens? Paving over
lawns and restricting planting to very limited zones isn’t
great for biodiversity. Beware of creating a desolate,
cheerless space with little life to be found. Most people
love the softness that plants bring to hard landscaping,
therefore every opportunity should be taken for
prioritising plants over paving. Aim to develop a passion
for the right plants in the right places.
We can all learn from the experts. The re-scheduling of
RHS Chelsea Flower Show invigorated people at a time of
year when interest is generally waning. We were wowed
by the array of plants that look stunning, even though
summer had passed. The show exemplifies the very best
combination of hard and soft landscaping and this is
what we should aspire to. A garden can, indeed, perform
many functions and a seating place amongst the planting
enables us to enjoy it to the full. Above all else we should
make provision for wonderful plants that will attract
pollinators, provide structure, movement, scent, colour
and soak up the excesses that the sky deposits. Plants
absorb pollution, they clean the air and produce oxygen.
Just relax by some lush planting and see how it makes
you feel – plants really are good for us.
The greatest garden trends
during the last two years
• Al fresco dining, often with built-in appliances and
heating and even a retractable canopy.
• Extending interior decor into the garden. People now
decorate gardens with lanterns, ornaments, colourful
accessories, rugs and cushions. Some even sacrifice
kitchen dressers, sofas and throws in a bid to make a
bold outdoor statement that creates a cosy space.
• Grow-your-own is a growing trend. At least fourteen
per cent of adults in the UK are following a meat-free
diet. Almost half the population now grows fruit and
vegetables at home. Not only is it fun and rewarding,
but it can be completely chemical-free too.
• Dry stone walling, gabion walls using wire baskets
filled with stones, and rocks, boulders and pebbles
are all increasing in popularity. These contemporary
features combine style with function and they
provide wonderful nooks and crannies that are
valuable for wildlife.
• Porcelain garden paving is the surface of choice for a
growing number of householders. It’s a rapidly rising
trend. Porcelain can look like stone but is less porous,
therefore it doesn’t turn green quite so easily. It’s
long-lasting, tough, slip-resistant and contemporary.
• Sowing seeds and planting for wildlife. There has
been a record demand for wildflower and other seeds
over the last eighteen months, with sales increasing
more than 600 per cent.
Allow a little rewilding in your garden and consider it a
compliment when spiders and insects populate your
space. Don’t be tempted to prune your hedge every
time it grows beyond the picture-book rectangle. Try to
change the way you see things and avoid the concept
of a tidy garden. These can be hostile places in terms of
nature.
Immerse your seating area within planting

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