Taunton and South Somerset Living Oct - Nov 2023

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C O N T E N T S 

INTERIOR PANTO SEASON UPDATES 

Editor Katie Thomson 

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Assistant Editor Kate Norris 

Publisher Sally Thomson 

Pre Press Manager Rebecca Rose 

Contributors 

Matthew Biggs, Angela Cave, 

Louise Thomson, Pete Lawrence 

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MEET THE 

Tauntonians 

THE BED HOUSE 

Ashley Lockyer 

WE TALK TO BUSINESSES IN AND 

AROUND THE TAUNTON AREA WHO ARE 

PASSIONATE ABOUT WHAT THEY DO... 

THE BED HOUSE 

ASHLEY LOCKYER 

TELL US MORE ABOUT BED HOUSE? 

THE MUDDLED MAN 

The Bed House was started by our family in 2020. Having been in GARY MEDCALF 

the bed industry for several years before we started, we could see How long have you been landlord of the Muddled Man Gary? 

that not only were products being overpriced but good customer We took HOW the Pub on 22 LONG nd March 1999 HAVE YOU BEEN LANDLORD OF THE 

service just didn’t seem to exist! So, we set about getting the best MUDDLED MAN GARY? 

How did the pub get its Name? 

mattresses, divan bases and bed frames we could. We made sure How the We Pub took got its the Name pub The building on 22nd was March first used 1999 as weaver’s cottages with records 

that our customer service is first class, We treat very customer dating back to the mid-1660s. Its first incarnation as a pub was as ‘The New Inn’ in the late 

Tell us more about the Bed House? 

exactly how we would expect to be treated. And we grew from 1800s, when HOW it was DID licenced THE for PUB cider and GET beer only. ITS NAME? In fact the pub didn’t gain a full licence 

The Bed House was started by our family in 2020. Having been in the bed industry for several years 

before there, we as started, well we as could mattresses, see that not only divans were products and bed being overpriced frames but we good now customer offer How would The pub you describe has had the a few pub? names since the late 1800’s. By the late 

service a range just didn’t of furniture seem to exist! for So, the we set home. about getting the best mattresses, divan bases and bed 1970s the landlord decided that another change of name was 

frames we could. We put these out on display on our shop floor and we are always ‘testing’ each A Traditional Village Real Ale Pub Amongst the hills, Churches & rural beauty of the small village of 

required. At this time the landlord’s wife was in hospital, leaving 

product. We make sure that these mattresses offer what they say they offer so we can be confident West Chinnock sits this interesting and quirky pub, Inn that encourages a sense of HUMOUR but 

WHAT BRANDS DO YOU STOCK? 

takes Real 

him 

Ales 

to 


run 

Whisky 

the 

very 

pub 

seriously 

and look 

but also 

after 

does food. 

in what we sell to our customers. We made sure that our customer service is first class, We treat 

their young family, but as she did 

We stock many brands in our shop and even more on our website. What type the bookwork, of food do you he serve? would take the books for her to look through in 

We have the well know brands such as Relyon, Sealy and Julian hospital. On one occasion it seems he dropped the paperwork 

We serve traditional pub Grub Soups to Steaks, Deep filled Pies to Puddings. 

Bowen but we stock lesser-known brands that do not get the Served with all Chips, over Jacket the hospital Potatoes or Salad floor, exclaiming that he was such a muddled 

recognition that they deserve such as the Shire Bed Company, Salads, Ploughman’s. man. A passing nurse heard his remark and suggested that ‘The 

Friday Real Ale Battered Fish & Chips. Traditional Sunday Roast (Topside of Beef or Pork. With 

Wheatcroft Beds and Dura Beds etc. 

Chicken Muddled & Vegetarian available Man’ would on Pre-order.) be The a great Roast Potatoes idea for are done a pub in Dripping name as most of 

for flavour.NO PEAS or FROZEN VEG HERE. Always Cooked fresh on the Morning. 

the men she knew were always a little muddled when they had a 

HOW IMPORTANT IS A GOOD MATTRESS, ASHLEY? Where little abouts too are much you? to drink and the pub has been called the Muddled 

Having a really good mattress that’s right for you is so important! Man ever since. 

How good our sleep is during the night effects every aspect of 

the next day. A mattress degrades over time, as with everything, HOW WOULD YOU DESCRIBE THE PUB? 

and it is very easy to miss this. Because the degradation happens A traditional village real ale pub set amongst the hills, churches 

slowly over the years most people don’t realise that their mattress and rural beauty of the small village of West Chinnock. This 

is no longer giving the support they need. The realisation happens interesting and quirky pub, is an Inn that encourages a sense of 

when they sleep on a different mattress such as staying in a hotel humour but takes real ales and whisky very seriously. 

or with family or even trying a few out in a bed shop. 

WHAT TYPE OF FOOD DO YOU SERVE? 

WHERE ABOUTS ARE YOU? 

We serve traditional pub grub - soups to steaks, deep filled pies 

Our shop is located in Bridgwater at 151 Taunton Road, to puddings. Salads, ploughman’s and all the favourites served 

Bridgwater, Somerset TA6 6BD. We have great parking right with chips, jacket potatoes or salad. 

outside the front of our store. 

DO YOU DELIVER? 

We deliver and we offer free, local delivery. If you are located 

within 40 miles of our store, then you pay nothing for delivery. We 

deliver further if required, please contact us for prices. 

Friday’s we serve real ale battered fish and chips. And of course 

Sunday we serve a traditional roast (topside of beef or pork, 

with chicken and vegetarian available on pre-order.) The roast 

potatoes are done in dripping for flavour. No frozen peas or veg 

here, all our food is freshly cooked on the morning. 

WHERE CAN I FIND OUT MORE ABOUT THE BED HOUSE? 

You can find more out about us and the products we offer at 

www.thebedhouse.co.uk. You can give us a call on 01278 411180 

or send us an email at info@thebedhouse.co.uk. 

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WHERE ABOUTS ARE YOU? 

This little gem of a pub is in the heart of the village Chinnock at 

the foot of the Ham Hill between the A30 Crewkerne and Yeovil 

and the A356 Crewkerne and the A303.

Taunton Brewhouse 

presents 

Book and Lyrics by 

HELENA PAYNE 

& CHARLOTTE ELLEN 

A new adaptation from 

PLEASURE DOME 

THEATRE COMPANY 

Directed by 

SCOTT LE CRASS 

Music by 

KIMON 

PALLIKAROPOULOS 

4 – 30 DECEMBER 2023 

Box Office: 01823 283244 

www.tauntonbrewhouse.co.uk 

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KEY CONSIDERATIONS FOR OPEN DAYS 

It is a myth that boarding schools 

shut down for July and August, but 

it is equally a truth that they become 

hives of activity at the beginning of 

a new autumn term. Schools will 

enthusiastically prepare to welcome 

prospective families to their first open 

days as they look to take the first 

steps towards establishing the life-long 

relationships that epitomise their role. 

A boarding school can offer a unique 

and enriching experience, fostering 

independence, academic excellence, 

and personal growth. Attending a 

boarding school open day is an essential 

step in the decision-making process, 

giving you the opportunity to immerse 

yourself in the school’s environment, 

understand its values, and evaluate 

whether it’s the right fit for your child’s 

individual needs. 

Before you step foot through the school 

gates, here are the three steps to success 

in choosing a boarding school: 

1. SPEAK TO STUDENTS 

Speak to students during your 

visit – they will give you an honest 

account of the boarding experience! 

Observe how they interact with 

you, are they confident and do 

they engage in conversation? Do 

they speak enthusiastically and 

positively about the school? Look 

out for staff and pupil interactions 

and not just between those who 

are on open day ‘duty’. Is there 

two-way respect between staff and 

students? How do students behave 

with and treat one-another? 

1. SIZE, FACILITIES, AND 

LOCATION 

Are you looking for a school 

which will offer a vast range of 

opportunities and experiences 

as part of a huge boarding 

community? Or will your child 

feel overwhelmed and lost in this 

environment? Does the location 

of the school suit your family 

circumstances? 

Notice how the boarding facilities 

are presented. Are they well looked 

after? Do they feel homely and 

welcoming? Draw your attention 

to the wall displays - do they 

demonstrate inclusivity and 

diversity or are they different 

versions of the same thing? 

How is safeguarding prioritised in 

boarding? What security measures 

does the school have in place 

to ensure student safety? What 

are the pupil and staff ratios in 

boarding houses and who is on site 

overnight? 

1. STUDENT WELLBEING 

Ask questions about the school’s 

commitment to care. What is the 

procedure if a boarder feels unwell 

during the night? How does the 

school manage day-to-day medical 

provision? What is their policy with 

regards to parent communication? 

Learn and ask questions about the 

school’s approach to mental health 

and wellbeing. Are counselling 

services available to boarders and 

what measures are in place to 

prevent bullying or discrimination? 

Do students know who they can 

talk to if they have any concerns or 

worries? 

A boarding school is a hungry 

place! Are food options balanced, 

varied, and accommodating of 

dietary needs? The boarders 

themselves will be the first to tell 

you if they enjoy the food provided 

or whether they order pizza to their 

houses three times a week. 

The range and diversity of boarding 

schools is huge. Thankfully, so is the 

information available on the internet, so 

do narrow your search down by checking 

out websites and speaking to your 

current Head. Once you have your list of 

schools to visit, enjoy the experience – 

open days are normally great fun as well 

as being tremendously informative. 

The Boarding Schools’ Association 

(BSA) is part of the BSA Group. BSA 

Group supports excellence in boarding, 

safeguarding, inclusion and health 

education, serving more than 1,500 

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30 Sep 

6 Oct 


Piano Chopin; the 24 Preludes 

Open Morning 

Open Morning 


8 to 18 year olds 


Taster Evening 

01 - 03 Dec 

Please register your attendance for Open Events via the website. 

Many more shows and lectures available to book via the box office. 

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Pastoral care and 

wellbeing is at the 

heart of Millfield. 

Pastoral care and wellbeing is at the 

heart of any school, especially one that 

is home to more than four hundred 

school-aged children... 

At Millfield Prep School, we see the pastoral care and needs 

of our children as central to their success and personal 

development. 

The school was recently named Prep School of the Year at the 

Independent Schools of the Year awards for recognising pupils’ 

mental health and wellbeing, ‘exemplifying geographical size and 

other diversity in the sector’. 

Wellbeing has long been 

at the heart of Millfield 

Prep’s pastoral care 

system, with a Pastoral 

Committee meeting 

each week to discuss 

the diverse needs of the 

children and to enable 

every member of staff 

to support them. Group 

tutors, Heads of Year, 

the Director of Boarding, 

Head Dan Thornburn and Deputy Head (Pastoral) Ben Hilton, 

are fully involved with all aspects of the children’s daily lives. 

The school has a medical centre and a counsellor, all of whom 

regularly meet with children by appointment, in addition to daily 

check-ins with Group Tutors. 

Focusing on pupil’s emotional needs and equipping them with 

the tools to adapt in a post-Covid society, they launched the 

innovative Wellbeing Curriculum in September 2021 - a first 

in Prep schools. The curriculum proactively teaches pupils to 

identify poor wellbeing and to empower them with the skills 

and resilience to recognise and improve it. Yoga, Movement to 

Music, Self-Care, Alfresco Pursuits and Meditation are all part of 

the new timetable of classes for Year 7 and 8 pupils. The weekly 

40-minute Wellbeing classes, in addition to their regular PSHEE 

and PE lessons, focus on helping the children look after their own 

wellbeing and developing pupils’ awareness of mental health. 

millfieldschool.com 


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Sally Thomson caught up with the Michelin 

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When I read your website the first 

thing that struck me was your 

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Unleashed’. Would you like to tell 

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Well, over the years I’ve always 

worked with other people. For 

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I understand the unleash bit on 

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I am lucky to do what I enjoy. The 

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worked with seasons and, it’s just 

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What was it like when you 

received your Michelin star? 

Obviously, it’s an incredible 

experience to achieve such an 

award. It was lovely, incredible 

to achieve it a year after I set up 

Opheem especially after the years of 

constraints that I’ve experienced. 

I’m very proud of my team. I’m 

proud of everyone within the 

business. Because though I set 

the vision, the direction, we’re all 

in the boat together and we’re all 

rowing that boat together. When 

the waters are choppy we all have 

to experience that together. It’s the 

power of the team. 

Covid was a really difficult time 

for the hospitality industry - how 

did you navigate that time? 

We started Aktar at Home, but that 

became something much bigger 

than I expected. 

With Aktar at Home, it’s all about 

investing in the community and 

creating jobs - much of the time for 

people that lost their jobs as a result 

of the pandemic. There are teams 

who are in the portioning and the 

packing team and the processing 

team. They’re all people who are 

from the inner city of Birmingham, 

you know, aged 25 and below 

who traditionally struggled to find 

employment. So, we give them a 

chance and an opportunity to join 

the team and develop within the 

team. And obviously they’re paid well 

above national living wage to make 

sure it gives them a start in life. 

The other thing that we did last year, 

was give away 6,000 care packages 

for people who were struggling 

to feed their families. We just 

asked people in the communities 

to nominate people within their 

community that they know are 

struggling to feed themselves or 

feed their kids. Just to get in touch, 

let us know, and we just sent a box 

out to them. 

I wanted to ask you about the 

name of your restaurant. Where 

does that come from? 

“I’ve always worked 

with seasons and, 

it’s just natural for 

me to cook” 

It was inspired by a region that was 

known as Mandu, but it’s a Sultan of 

Mandu, a guy called Giyath Shahi. 

He was an epicure in the late 1300s. 

He enjoyed the nicer things in life 

and there’s a particular manuscript 

that he wrote or commissioned, 

which concentrated on recipes from 

the time and his life. And something 

that he enjoyed was opium! 

So, Opheem ia a play on the word 

opium, but it’s more based on 

the understanding, it’s a sensory 

indulgence and that’s what his life 

was built around. 

Sensory indulgence, I love that. Do 

you ever visit India so you can go 

to the places which inspired you? 

I used to spend a lot of time in 

India. I’d spend a month or so 

there every year. At least three 

weeks just travelling and eating 

and documenting recipes and 

understanding the culture. 

It’s really inspirational - then towards 

the end of your trip, you always miss 

a roast dinner! There’s nothing like 

a Yorkshire pudding. By the end of 

it all you want is to come home and 

have a lovely roast dinner. 

You can find out more about 

Opheem at opheem.com and Aktar 

at Home at aktarathome.co.uk 



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BURNT 

CHEESECAKE 

with Spiced Mandarins 

Celebrate Bonfire Night with a perfect 

dessert, from Del Monte 

Vegetarian, gluten-free 

Serves 10-12 

Prep time: 30 minutes. Cook 

time: 1 hour, plus overnight 

chilling 

INGREDIENTS: 

680g full-fat cream cheese 

250g caster sugar 

Good pinch of salt 

1 tsp vanilla extract 

25g cornflour 

4 medium eggs 

300ml double cream 

Ingredients for the 

mandarins: 

2 cans (298g) Del Monte® 

Mandarin Segments in Juice 

4 tbsp soft light brown sugar 

1 cinnamon stick 

1 star anise 

5-6 cardamom pods, slightly 

squashed 

METHOD: 

Make the cheesecake the day before 

you want to serve it. Preheat the 

oven to 200°C/gas 6 and find a 

20cm round springform tin. Take a 

large piece of baking parchment, 

more than big enough to line the 

tin, and scrunch it up in your hands 

– this makes the paper easier to 

manipulate. Unscrunch the paper and 

put it in the tin, using a smaller cake 

tin to help mould it to the sides. Don’t 

worry about the creases and wrinkles 

– these are all part of the look of the 

cheesecake! 

If you have a mixer, put the cream 

cheese, sugar, salt, vanilla and 

cornflour into it and beat them 

thoroughly together. Otherwise, do 

this in a large mixing bowl, beating 

until smooth. Add the eggs and start 

beating them into the cream cheese 

mixture, gradually pouring in the 

cream as you go. If you’re using a 

mixing bowl, beat in the eggs one at 

a time before beating in the cream. 

You want a nice, smooth mixture. 

Pour the mixture carefully into the 

lined tin and transfer to the oven. 

Bake for 50-60 minutes until the 

cheesecake is puffed up, very brown 

at the edges and a rich golden 

brown in the centre. It should have a 

slight wobble in the middle still. Take 

out of the oven and leave to cool 

completely in the tin – it will sink as 

it cools. Transfer to the fridge and 

refrigerate overnight. 

While the cheesecake is baking, make 

the spiced mandarins. Drain the juice 

from both cans into a saucepan. Add 

the brown sugar and whole spices and 

put over a medium heat. Stir until the 

sugar is dissolved, then let the juice 

come to a brisk simmer and cook for 

about 10 minutes until the liquid is 

reduced and syrupy. Take off the heat, 

add the mandarin segments and stir 

gently. Leave to cool then refrigerate. 

When you’re ready to serve, carefully 

remove the paper and transfer the 

cheesecake to a serving plate. Serve 

in slices, with a generous spoonful of 

the mandarins and their syrup. 


BEAUTIFUL 

We sample some delicious recipes from the new 

Two Magpies Bakery recipe book, written by the 

bakery’s founder, Rebecca Bishop. The book 

aims to teach how to make all your favourite 

breads, pastries and pizzas, as well as recipes for 

celebrations cakes, bakes, bars and savoury dishes 

Baking 

BERRY FRIANDS 

Fruity little almond cakes 

with a dollop of jam in the 

centre – a great afternoon 

pick-me-up and a longstanding 

favourite. Choose 

seasonal fruit such as 

sharp summer berries, juicy 

plums or autumnal figs and 

blackberries. This recipe 

also works well with glutenfree 

flour. 

Make the friand mix a 

couple of hours ahead (or 

even the day before) to 

allow the ground almonds 

to absorb the liquid egg 

white and melted butter – 

the firm batter will rise more 

evenly. 

Makes: 10 

INGREDIENTS 

130g unsalted butter 


80g ground almonds 

50g plain (or glutenfree) 

flour 

130g egg whites 

150g seasonal berries (or 

stone fruits, figs, rhubarb, 

chopped) 

100g Raspberry Vanilla Jam 

50g apricot jam, sieved 

50g pistachios, chopped 

METHOD 

Brown the butter by bringing 

it to the boil in a pan. Allow 

it to bubble fiercely for 

5–8 minutes, scraping the 

bottom of the pan with a 

spatula regularly. When the 

butter starts to smell sweet 

and nutty and the boiling 

foam rises up in the pan, 

pour the hot liquid (including 

the brown flecks and 

scrapings from the bottom 

of the pan) into a heatproof 

bowl. Allow the butter to 

cool, stirring occasionally as 

it firms up. 

Weigh the sugar, almonds 

and flour into a bowl and 

whisk until combined. Still 

using the whisk, gradually 

add the egg whites, then 

the cooled browned 

butter in three stages until 

absorbed and no longer 

oily-looking. Cover the 

mix and leave to rest for a 

couple of hours or in the 

fridge overnight. 

Preheat your oven to 

180°C/160°C fan/gas 4. 

Grease your mini cake 

moulds or muffin tin. Place 

half the fruit at the bottom 

of the moulds, then pipe 

or scoop your friand mix 

to come a third of the way 

up the sides. Use a small 

spoon to place the jam into 

the middle of each cake 

before topping with a dollop 

of the remaining batter. 

Your moulds will be about 

two-thirds full. Decorate with 

more fruit on top. 

Bake for 20–25 minutes, 

turning the moulds or tin 

after 15 minutes. Use a 

skewer to check the cakes 

– it should come out clean. 

Cool for 5 minutes before 

removing from the moulds/ 

tin and cooling on a rack. 

Warm the sieved apricot 

jam and brush over the top 

of each cake, then sprinkle 

with the chopped pistachio 

nuts. 

Two Magpies Bakery is published by 

Headline Home and is available from all good 

bookshops and online 


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to relax. This can lead to lower heart rate, lower blood pressure, 

relaxed facial muscles, and increased gut function. 

Stimulation of the vagus nerve also leads to lower cortisol levels. 

Cortisol is the major stress hormone. When its levels are too 

high in the body, the body is stressed out. Over time, this leads 

to fatigue. However, if the cortisol levels aren’t lowered, the body 

can’t rest well. Stimulating the vagus nerve reduces the cortisol, 

allowing the body to rest as it should. 

SPA BENEFITS 

We all know we need to make more time for a bit of a pamper, 

but far from seeing it as an indulgence, we should see it as a 

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DOPAMINE 

Studies have shown that massage increases our levels of 

serotonin and dopamine - Serotonin is a chemical that carries 

messages between nerve cells in the brain and throughout 

your body. Serotonin plays a key role in such body functions as 

mood, sleep, digestion, nausea, wound healing and bone health. 

Dopamine is most notably involved in helping us feel pleasure as 

part of the brain’s reward system. 

ENHANCES SLEEP 

In addition to the serotonin-melatonin connection, massage also 

stimulates the vagus nerve. This is the major parasympathetic 

nerve in the body. When it is stimulated, it tells the entire body 

HELPS WITH ANTI-AGING 

Regular facials and face massages helps in reducing wrinkles, 

boost cell regeneration and promote collagen development. This 

gives you younger looking skin. Combining different treatments 

will give optimal results - it’s best to talk through your personal 

needs with your aesthetician or therapist. 

REDUCES STRESS & AIDS 

MENTAL HEALTH 

Stress can harm your physical and mental health and contribute 

to health issues such as heart disease, depression, weight gain, 

and sleep issues. It is important to take the time to relax your 

mind and body to control your anxiety and stress levels. By 

keeping stress in check, you can improve your physical health. 

Spas can help reduce the stress on our physical body, and a spa 

day can serve as a great resource for overall stress reduction. 

By caring for our skin, our largest organ, we can reduce the 

overall impact of stress on the body. The cumulative negative 

impact of pollution, stress, and hormones results in damaged 

skin. By making time to care for your skin and the rest of your 

body, you can reduce the negative impact of environmental 

stressors. Facial massage activates your sympathetic nervous 

system. This reduces your anxiety levels and uplifts your mood. 


CARDAMOM 

Try and source black cardamom seeds for 

this, grinding them fresh for every bake. The 

intense, astringent taste is utterly unique. 

Once tasted it will live in your memory and 

keep you returning, again and again. 

Weigh the flour, icing sugar, cardamom and 

salt into a large bowl and mix to combine. 

Rub the cubed butter into the flour mix 

until it resembles fine breadcrumbs. Warm 

the milk 30°C, add the yeast and stir to 

dissolve. Add this liquid to the dry mix and 

bring the dough together using your scraper 

until all the dry matter is incorporated. 

Allow the dough to rest in the bowl, 

covered, for 20 minutes, then turn out onto 

the counter and knead for 5 minutes until 

you have a smooth, elastic dough. Place the 

dough back in the bowl, cover and prove for 

1 hour with stretch and folds after 20 and 40 

minutes. Maintain the dough temperature 

at 26°C. 

While your dough is proving, make the 

cardamom butter by gently combining all 

the ingredients in a bowl. 

Roll the dough into a rectangle 60cm x 

24cm, with the narrowest side next to your 

body. Spread with the cardamom butter and 

fold the bottom edge halfway to the centre 

of the dough, then fold the top edge of 

the dough to fully cover the first half of the 

dough (a single/letter fold). The dough will 

now measure 20cm x 24cm. 

Knots 

Wrap the dough in cling film or baking 

parchment and chill in the freezer for 20 

minutes. Remove and place the longest side 

of the dough parallel to your body. Gently 

roll the chilled dough to 30cm high, then 

trim the sides. Cut 12 x 2cm wide strips of 

dough. Cut each strip into three sections 

from the bottom edge, leaving the top edge 

still attached so that each strip has three 

sections. Prepare your tin by greasing it well 

or lining with cases. 

Plait the sections and roll each plaited strip 

so that the ends are tucked underneath 

when placed into the muffin tin. Prove for 

1–2 hours until puffy and increased in size. 

Preheat the oven to 200°C/180°C fan/gas 6. 

Brush the buns with egg wash and sprinkle 

with nibbed sugar (optional), then bake for 

12–15 minutes. Brush liberally with syrup as 

soon as they are out of the oven, then turn 

out of the tin after 10 minutes to prevent the 

buns sticking. 

Makes: 12 

INGREDIENTS 

Cardamom dough 

450g strong white bread flour 

80g icing sugar 

12g ground cardamom 

8g fine sea salt 

75g cold unsalted butter, cubed 

260g full-fat milk 

7g active dried yeast 

Cardamom butter 

100g soft unsalted butter 


10g ground cardamom 

10g lemon juice 

½ tsp fine sea salt 


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TIRAMISU 

LAYER CAKE 

INGREDIENTS 

Vanilla Genoise Cakes 

40g butter, unsalted 

3 large eggs room 

temperature 

75g sugar 

65gself raising flour 

10g corn flour 

100g cocoa powder, sieved 

Coffee syrup 

3 tsp instant espresso coffee 

granules 

120ml boiling water (or 

130ml strong espresso 

coffee) 


Marsala cream icing 

250g mascarpone 

130ml double cream 

130g icing sugar 

45ml Marsala 

METHOD 

First make the genoise cake: Preheat the oven to 

180ºC, line 2 6-inch baking pans (or 1 9-inch) with 

parchment paper on the bottom only. Don’t grease 

the sides. Set aside. Melt the butter in a sauce pan 

or microwave, set aside to cool slightly. Mix the flour 

and corn flour together in a small bowl and sift. 

In the bowl of a stand mixer or with a hand mixer, 

beat the eggs and sugar on full speed until the 

mixture is almost white, triples (at least) in volume 

and reaches ribbon stage. About 10 to 11 minutes 

on high for a stand mixer, closer to 15 minutes for 

a hand mixer and 20 minutes or more if whisking 

by hand. 

Add half the flour very gently. Fold in to the egg 

mixture, then add half the butter, pouring it around 

the edge of the bowl. Fold in. Repeat with the 

remaining half of the flour and butter. Take care not 

to fold out too much air. 

Transfer the batter to your baking pan(s) and bake 

22-25 minutes on the center rack, with the cakes 

closer to the oven door. Try not to open the door 

for the first half of baking. 

They should spring back when gently pressed or 

a toothpick comes out clean. Use a sharp knife 

to run around the edges of the pan, then turn the 

cakes out onto a cooling rack to cool completely. 

To assemble the cake: Prepare the coffee syrup 

using either coffee granules and hot water or hot 

espresso coffee. Add the sugar and stir to dissolve. 

Using a whisk, beat the mascarpone until smooth 

and thick, then add the cream, icing sugar and 

Marsala. Beat until thick and holding soft peaks. 

Slice the two genoise cakes in half so you have 

four layers. Level the top cake layers and place one 

on the cake board to use as the base. Brush with 

the coffee syrup. 

Reserve 200g of the Marsala icing to use on the 

top and sides of the cake. Spread a third of the 

remaining Marsala icing over the bottom layer of 

cake, then sieve a generous layer of cocoa powder 

over the surface. 

Repeat the cake, coffee syrup, Marsala icing and 

cocoa powder layers twice more, then place the 

final cake layer on top and use the remaining coffee 

syrup to brush over the top of the cake. 

Smooth half of the reserved icing onto the sides 

and top of the cake, then pipe ‘kisses’ of Marsala 

icing over the cake’s surface. Dredge the whole 

cake generously with cocoa powder. 


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OVERHAUL 

DINING SPACE - is your table large enough 

to host? Consider an extending table, which you can 

keep smaller throughout the year until you need to up 

the size. 

REPAINT - new paint or wallpaper is the fastest, 

and one of the cheapest, to completely transform the 

feel of a space. 

NEW SOFA - just be sure to choose one from a 

company who can deliver in time for Christmas! 

LIVING 

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Burano Dining Chair, bridgman.co.uk 

Navy Leaved Plant On Taupe A3 Graphic 

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QUICK FIXES 

REFRESH WITH NEW 

PRINTS - it’s amazing the life that new 

artwork can inject into a space - try to pick 

a piece which includes the colours of your 

larger furniture pieces, like your sofa. 

Istanbul Lamp, 

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NEW CUSHIONS - seasonally 

change your cushions, you can keep the 

same inners and just swap the covers to 

refresh the space. Add more cosy fabrics 

like velvet, wool and corduroy as we come 

into the cooler months. 

NEW RUG - rugs have big impact 

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OVERHAUL 

NEW BATHROOM - It might be time for a new 

bathroom. Depending on your fixtures, you may be able 

to reuse elements and just refresh the tiles. If you are 

undergoing larger works, chat through your plans with 

your bathroom installer to make sure they address all the 

practicalities. 

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QUICK FIXES 

CHANGE ACCESSORIES- 

Replace your soap dispenser, toothbrush 

holder, loo roll holder and bin - a little refresh 

can make all the difference. The same goes 

for fresh, fluffy towels. 

REPAINT YOUR WALLS - if you 

don’t have full tiles, a fresh lick of paint can 

make a space feel cleaner and more inviting. 

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Divine Savages 

Dunelm 

REPLACE OLD/MOULDY SILICON - 

it’s amazing how much better fresh, clean and white 

silicon looks. 

NEW PRINTS - changing up your bathroom 

prints can breathe new life into the space. 

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transformation can bring. We advise you only get a 

professional to do this as you need the finish to be 

hard-wearing. Similarly, changing the worktops can 

have a transformative effect. 

LIGHTING- kitchen lighting must be both functional 

and aesthetically pleasing. How about changing a 

pendant light to a spotlight rail for more working light, or 

changing the pendants on your breakfast bar. Try adding 

a wireless lamp to brighten dark corners. 

RESTYLE - change up the accessories you have on 

the sides and have a big declutter 

ARTWORK - hanging some new prints, or propping 

some on open shelves can inject personality into a space 

and make it feel more inviting. 

KITCHEN 

OVERHAUL 

ADD NEW KITCHEN STOOLS - many of us 

buy a quick fix with a new kitchen but it’s good to revisit 

with fresh eyes. 

ADD SOME OPEN SHELVING - it’s a fresh 

way to add a bit more storage and you can display your 

favourite pieces 

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Wireless Lamp, £150, oka.com 

It might be time to bite the bullet and opt for a 

new kitchen - many of us are living with poorlydesigned 

spaces which don’t stand up to 

familial needs. If you’re trying to get this ordered 

before Christmas, you need to be decisive 

about what you need. Consult an expert 

kitchen designer - they’ll have ideas to 

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BEDROOM 

OVERHAUL 

REDECORATE - updating the room and 

adding elements of interest like panelling can be 

transformative. 

NEW BED - lots of us have guest rooms 

with beds that have been retired from service 

somewhere else in the house. Making sure the 

bed is comfortable and inviting, plus aesthetically 

pleasing gives an instant update - after all, it is the 

biggest thing in the room. 

SOFA BED - for many of us, our guest room 

is now our home office, so it might make more 

sense to have a sofa bed that can act as a break 

out space when you’re working and save space 

when not in use. 

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QUICK FIXES 

NEW LIGHTING - some new table lamps can 

refresh the space, or you can get wall lights with plugs 

to save space on the bedside tables. 

NEW BEDDING - new bedding really refreshes 

a space. Think about providing enough pillows and lots 

of layers like blankets and quilts - it makes a space feel 

inviting. 

ADD ACCESSORIES - decorative elements 

breathe life into a space - too often, guest rooms look 

forgotten about. Pair it right back, get rid of the clutter 

and add things like a reed diffuser, cushions on the bed, 

a mirror and a vase of flowers or a house plant. 

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Planting for Autumn colour 

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THE GARDEN 

As the full light of summer fades into 

Autumn so the colour palette of our gardens, 

changes and for me, Autumn is one of the 

most beautiful seasons in the garden. 

If you are starting from scratch and planning for colour, lucky you, 

then there are so many options, but the addition of some or any of 

the following will reward you as the summer wanes. Backlit plants 

can look amazing as the sun comes and goes and immediately, we 

think of Acers, that blaze of fire that creates so many spectacular 

exclamation points at this time of the year. Size certainly matters 

so check the height and spread that each plant will reach and then 

a little research will find you the ideal choice. If your soil type isn’t 

ideal – they are acid loving plants, then grow them in pots. A two- or 

three-year-old Acer in a beautiful pot can look spectacular and you 

can move it to the most advantageous spot to enjoy its autumn show. 

Trees are an obvious choice for colour and Amelanchier lamarkii or 

‘Snowy Mespilus’ is another beauty – it grows to about 7 metres so 

place it carefully, but it offers a lot- silvery leaves followed by snowy 

white flowers and pale copper leaves in spring. Berries follow that 

and then in autumn a stunning display of orange and red leaves – 

what more could you ask for? Shrubs also play a part – the wonderful 

‘Smoke Bush’, Cotinus ‘Grace’ has deep maroon leaves and a halo 

of fluffy grey toned flowers which look like the smoke of an autumn 

bonfire. Hydrangea quercifolia – the ‘Oak Leaved Hydrangea’ is 

“PALE AMBER SUNLIGHT FALLS ACROSS 

THE REDDENING OCTOBER TREES, 

THAT HARDLY SWAY BEFORE A BREEZE 

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Cercis canadensis ‘Forest Pansy’, turning yellow in autumn, looks 

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Smaller plants also offer great colour, from Nandina domestica ‘Fire 

Power’ to Asters, Helianthus, Japanese Anemone, Cyclamen – and 

let’s not forget the grasses. Miscanthus and Pennisetum or fountain 

grass add a totally different texture to the garden and as autumn 

winds increase also add a wonderful fluid movement too. 


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As the demand for sustainable and efficient home 

heating solutions continues to rise, the role of 

skilled installers becomes increasingly crucial in 

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Highlighting the indispensable value of professional installers in 

maintaining safe and compliant homes, Alan Young, Compliance 

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benefit of both consumers and the environment. 

THE SIGNIFICANCE OF REGULAR MAINTENANCE 

A well-maintained stove or boiler is not only pivotal in ensuring 

optimal performance but is a fundamental aspect of homeowner 

safety. It’s vital that installers conduct regular maintenance 

checks that mitigate potential hazards, such as carbon monoxide 

leaks and fire hazards. By addressing these issues proactively, 

consumers can enjoy peace of mind, knowing that their wood 

burning stove or boiler is running efficiently and safely. Regular 

maintenance such as an annual chimney sweep prolongs the life 

of the stove and also saves homeowners money in the long run 

by reducing the risk of costly breakdowns. 

COMPLIANCE WITH LEGISLATION 

Compliance with industry regulations and standards guarantees 

that the stove or boiler installed meets safety criteria and 

environmental guidelines. Homeowner safety should always be 

the top priority; and installers play a critical role in upholding this 

commitment. By staying up to date with the latest legislations, 

installers can guide homeowners towards sustainable and 

environmentally friendly heating choices, contributing to the 

global efforts in reducing carbon footprints. 

EMPOWERING CONSUMERS WITH KNOWLEDGE 

One of the most significant advantages that professional 

installers bring to the table is their ability to empower 

homeowners with valuable knowledge. From offering insights into 

the latest energy-efficient technologies to explaining the benefits 

of regular maintenance, installers can help homeowners make 

informed decisions about the best suited heating solutions for 

their home. Raising awareness fosters trust and loyalty and also 

encourages them to prioritise maintenance and compliance with 

legislation. Together, consumers and installers can form a strong 

alliance in driving the adoption of eco-friendly heating solutions 

and creating a safer environment for all. 

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Motoring Journalist Sue Cooke test drives Subaru ‘s fifth 

generation Forester... 

Are you planning a holiday for the 

October half term? Are you fed up 

with airport queues and long delays? 

If your family is looking forward to a 

holiday adventure full of excitement and 

exploration, then the SUV which offers 

go anywhere capability and sure footed 

handling is SUBARU’S fifth generation 

Forester. 

The Forester e-Boxer is completely 

re-designed inside and out, is built on 

the Subaru Global platform and is as 

practical for everyday driving as it is off 

road. 

The exterior rugged styling has strong 

contoured bodywork and prominent 

wheel arches. The Sport trim which I 

road tested, has 18” dark painted alloy 

wheels. Standard features include 

Keyless Entry and Push Button Start 

System, LED headlights, equipped with 

high beam assist, and LED front fog 

lights. A touch of luxury is added with 

privacy glass on the rear windows. 

In the cabin, which is airy and spacious, 

the family SUV has an intuitive 8” 

multifunction colour touchscreen that I 

found easy to use, which offers Apple 

CarPlay and Android Auto, DAB radio 

and Bluetooth® connectivity. 

I found the five seater extremely 

comfortable, with minimal vibration 

on the move, even on rough roads. A 

comment which was endorsed by my 

rear seat passengers who had access to 

their own ventilation system. There is a 

wide, easy opening on entering or leaving 

the car. The driver and front passenger 

seats are 8-way power adjustable and 

are heated. For a welcome heat boost 

on cold mornings, there is also a heated 

steering wheel. 

The Side View Monitor, mounted at 

the base of the passenger door mirror, 

displays camera images onto the 

multi-information display to show blind 

spots. The display from the camera was 

useful when manoeuvring close to an 

object, navigating narrow roads, passing 

oncoming cars or parking. To help judge 

distances, guidelines overlay all camera 

images. 

There is a whole suite of driver assist and 

safety features. Many of them monitor 

any hazards around the car and sound 

a warning. ‘Eyesight’ technology will 

detect vehicles, motorbikes, bicycles and 

pedestrians. When a potential hazard is 

identified, it warns the driver and even 

applies the brakes if necessary, to help 

avoid an accident. 

The multi information display shows the 

driver when the car is using the petrol 

engine, the electric motor or combining 

the hybrid power. The Forester E-Boxer 

is a self charging hybrid so the 2 litre 

petrol engine charges the lithium ion 

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I drove the Forester on an off-road course 

some years ago and was impressed 

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220mm and towing capacity is 1,870kg 

which is one of the best in its class. 

The expanded luggage area offers 509 

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The wide opening means it is easy to 

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without having to tilt them. There is ample 

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The exceptionally smooth and refined 

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WHAT CAN YOU EXPECT 

FROM A GOOD CARE HOME? 

Finding out what a good care 

home looks like can help you to 

make choices about your care. 

It can also help you understand 

what you should be able to expect 

from a service you already use. 

When we inspect care homes, there are 

five questions we ask. 

Is it safe? 

Is it effective? 

Is it caring? 

Is it responsive to people’s needs? 

Is it well-led? 

In a good care home, you can expect 

to be safe because… 

The home and any equipment are well 

maintained and managers look for ways to 

improve safety. You should feel confident 

that your belongings are safe and secure. 

There are always enough staff on duty with 

the skills needed to make sure you are safe. 

You are protected from being bullied, 

harassed, harmed or abused. Abuse 

includes neglect and financial abuse. 

Staff deal with incidents and accidents 

quickly and openly (and investigate them if 

necessary) and they learn from mistakes. 

You feel safe and protected by staff, 

but you also have as much freedom as 

possible to do the things you want to do – 

regardless of your disability or other needs. 

Staff give you your medicine safely and 

store it correctly. Where possible, the 

home involves you in reviewing your 

medicines and supports you to be as 

independent as possible. 

The home is kept clean and hygienic to 

prevent any risk of infection to you or 

other residents. 

You can expect a good care home to 

be effective because… 

You are regularly asked for your views 

about the quality and choice of the food 

and other aspects of the home, and your 

feedback is consistently good. 

Staff make sure you get the right food 

and drink you need, and that you have 

enough of it. 

Staff have the right knowledge, 

qualifications and skills to carry out their 

role so that you have a good quality of life. 

You are always asked to give your 

consent (permission) to your care, 

treatment and support in a way you can 

understand. Where appropriate, your 

family and friends are also involved in 

decisions about your care. 

Staff know about your health needs and 

personal preferences and give you as 

much choice and control as possible. 

Staff speak with health and social care 

professionals, such as GPs, and take the 

right action at the right time to keep you 

in good health. 

You are asked for your likes and needs 

when the home is adapted or decorated. 

Any changes to the home are made to 

help you to be as independent as possible. 

You can expect a good care home to be 

caring because… 

Staff know about your background, likes, 

hopes and needs. This includes any needs 

you have because of your age, disability, 

sex (gender), gender identity, race, religion 

or belief, or sexuality (whether you are 

lesbian, gay, bisexual or heterosexual). 

You are encouraged to express your views, 

no matter how complex your needs are. 

You have access to advocates (people 

who can speak on your behalf). 

Staff also know your wishes for your care 

at the end of your life, if this applies. 

Staff treat you with dignity and respect. 

They spend time with you, develop 

trusting relationships and are concerned 

for your wellbeing. 

You have enough privacy. 

Your family and friends can visit you. 

You can expect a good care home to be 

responsive to your needs because… 

Your care, treatment and support are set 

out in a written plan that describes what 

staff need to do to make sure that you 

receive personalised care. 

You, and your family and friends where 

appropriate, are actively involved in 

developing this plan. For example, you 

should be able to have a choice about 

who provides you with personal care, 

such as help with washing and dressing. 

As your needs and preferences change, 

your plan is changed, and all those who 

need to know, such as your care staff, are 

kept up to date. 

The plan includes information about 

the whole of your life, including your 

goals, your abilities and how you want to 

manage your health. You may also have a 

health action plan. 

Staff work hard to prevent you from 

feeling lonely. They do this by helping you 

to keep in contact with your family and 

friends. 

Staff also help you keep up your hobbies 

and get involved in the community if you 

want to. 

If you need to visit hospital, staff plan 

this well with you to make sure it goes as 

smoothly as possible. 

If you have any concerns and complaints, 

staff always take them seriously, 

investigate them thoroughly and respond 

to them in good time. 

You can expect a good care home to 

be well-led because… 

You know who the manager is, and 

anyone else in charge. 

Managers know what their responsibilities 

are and are always honest, including 

when things go wrong. 

Staff know what is expected of them and 

are happy in their work. 

Managers are available to support their 

staff. 

Staff have the confidence to report 

concerns about the care that colleagues, 

carers and other professionals give. 

When this happens they are supported 

and their concerns are thoroughly 

investigated. 


Outstanding care, 

in a homely environment 

Abbeyfield Taunton is a CQC ‘Outstanding’ 

Care Home. We are dedicated to providing the 

very best in care and treat all of our residents with 

respect in a homely and safe environment. Being 

different from many other care homes we offer a full 

weekly and diversified activities programme. It really 

does feel like being part of a family where everybody 

is cared for equally, cheerfully and with dignity. 

Call us on 

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