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Chix & MortarLadies ­ learn how to be a tiler and plumberamongst other basic maintenance skills...

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Former Crimewatch Presenter Jacqui Hames O!ersTop Tips To Women On Keeping Safe

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Contents5 - Chix and MortarLadies learn how to tile, lay !oors, skirting boards, decorate, plumbing + more - all in one weekend!

7 - Family DiningA survey conducted by BBC’s Newsround showed that 13% of children never eat together as a family – a worrying statistic which could be seriously detrimental to our children’s health and wellbeing.

9 - Stay at home dadsFamilies across the UK are experiencing a new trend as more dads are choosing to spend time at home looking after the children rather than work full-time.

10 - Green FingersGive your garden or patio a new year new look

14 - Safety for WomenFormer Crimewatch presenter Jacqui Hames o"ers top tips to women on keeping safe

18 - New Look Ideal Home Show 2010The famous, trend-setting show that made home-making a national passion, will be returning for its 102nd year, with a completely new and revamped format

20 - ATAG’s new dishwasherThere has probably never been a better time to buy a new dishwasher.

23 - Chill in the tub and watch TV!A look at two new waterproof televisions from Aquavision.

25 - Suddenly your home is too small!Why not expand your home into your garden

27 - Kährs SupremeNew exclusive range of wooden !oors29 - Bring the professional into your kitchen The exciting new Gordon Ramsay Professional range of kitchen appliances

13 - Read all about itFine dining on your doorstep - a look at the Boars Head in Hoghton.

31 - A real eye-opener Sarah Wright talks about this family run opticians in the heart of Leyland. 35 - Thinking of buying or selling?Sandra Taylor Property Marketing o"ers the perfect blend of modern web based estate agency together with the reassurance of dealing with real estate agents. 37 - Mediation is the keyAn insight into Key mediation

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In just one weekend she will learn how to tile !oors and walls, lay wooden !oors and skirting boards, decorating techniques and wallpapering, basic plumbing and general house maintenance skills.

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Chix & Mortar vouchers cost around £199 and o#er the perfect present with real long-term value for the woman who has most things (including a house). Big Brother winner and TV’s favourite builder Craig Phillips teaches the courses in various venues around the UK. The courses are designed around the needs speci"ed by women.

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According to a poll of British families in a survey carried out by www.raisingkids.co.uk, only one family in !ve eats together once a week or less. Even when families do eat together, three quarters of them watch TV at the same time. A survey conducted by BBC’s Newsround showed that 13% of children never eat together as a family – a worrying statistic which could be seriously detrimental to our children’s health and wellbeing.

It is doubtlessly di"cult in our modern lives to put time aside for every member of the family to sit together long enough to eat a meal. But there is strong evidence to show that children who regularly sit down to eat with the family achieve better GCSE grades than those who do not (according to a report by the Department for Children, Schools and Families).

Mark Elliot furniture, handmade in England, is speci!cally made with family life in mind. Mark Elliot designed his Macintosh chairs with a smooth curved back for supporting the spine, encouraging good posture to aid healthy digestion. The range even includes a gorgeous bench seat which kids love to sit on at dinner time.

“Having !ne handmade furniture in your home is a pleasure in itself, but the bene!ts that a great table can bring to your family go far beyond this” says Mark. “It’s not just about eating together” he continues “a much loved family table is at the centre of many good times and precious memo-ries.”

So does the furniture designer practise what he preaches? According to Mark their table is an evocative reminder of family life: “Our table is constantly in use be it for homework, enjoying a quiet read of the newspaper with a cup of co#ee, preparing family suppers or as a social hub for when friends come round.”

So what kind of dining/kitchen table is most conducive to getting the family together at meal times? “A round table is perfect for smaller families” continues Mark “as everyone is equal, preventing any sort of detrimental family pecking order. But if you have a larger family it is wise to go for an extendable rectangular table, such as our New England range, which can seat more people but yet still provide a lovely intimate atmosphere.”

Eating together at the table is also widely believed by nutrition experts to reduce obesity as it encourages slower eating. Family meal times also help children develop behavioural etiquette – simple things like how to handle their cutlery. More and more children are starting school without being taught how to hold a knife and fork properly!

Sitting down together as a family to enjoy a meal gives you time to laugh, talk and learn about each other’s lives. Although it is not always easy to organise, the bene!ts of doing so are well worth the e#ort.

Mark Elliot stores are found in Altrincham, Bishop’s Stortford, Bury St Edmunds, Cambridge, Chelten-ham, Holkham, Holt, Monmouth, Norwich, Snape Maltings, Southwold and Stamford.Or buy online at www.markelliot.co.uk

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Research from leading Child Trust Fund provider, The Children’s Mutual, has identi!ed the rise of stay-at-home Dads. Families across the UK are experiencing a new trend as more dads are choosing to spend time at home looking after the children rather than work full-time.

Contrary to concerns of an allegedly worsening work/life balance in the UK, many fathers are electing to be at home either full or part-time, looking after their little ones and taking care of the house.

Following the birth of their children, a quarter (26 per cent) of dads decided to work part-time and nearly as many (24 per cent) started working "exibly. Fourteen per cent of dads chose to stop working outside the home altogether.

More than four in 10 (43 per cent) of these dads are responding to the current recession by spending even more time helping around the house, with only 27 per cent feeling that they now need to become more focused on earning money.

Perhaps unsurprisingly, stay-at-home dads spend the greatest amount of their time each week looking after the children (4 hours, 22 minutes) and cooking (3 hours, 50 minutes), as well as arranging the family !nances (3 hours, 45 minutes). And even though they have more time to be with their children than full-time working dads, stay-at-home dads wished they could spend a further hour a day with their children.

The Children’s Mutual’s research also looked at the idea of a traditional breadwinning dad versus a more modern domesticated dad. When asked to de!ne the characteristics of both, stay-at-home dads felt the top three responsibilities for each are:

Rank Traditional Dad: Modern Dad: 1 Main breadwinner Contributes towards childcare 2 Contributes to Contributes towards domestic tasks 3 In full-time Contributes to family !nances

The majority (40 per cent) said they were happy being a mix of traditional and modern dad, sharing both !nancial and domestic duties. They are as comfortable organising money matters as doing the washing up. Although nearly two thirds (65 per cent) said they are satis!ed with the role they play as stay-at-home dads, 53 per cent feel they face challenges and even prejudice for choosing this route.

David White, Chief Executive of The Children’s Mutual, said: “The changing role of dads within families is a positive step towards the greater recognition of what dads can and do contribute to family life. Dads play a vital role within their children’s lives and their homes, so it’s great to see these changing family dynamics.

“One of the most important roles for every dad is being a provider for his children, whether that’s as the main breadwinner or lead carer. Dads want to provide for their children now and will want to continue to do so as they grow up. One way dads can really help provide for their children is planning for the future and saving regularly over the long term. Contributing towards a Child Trust Fund is one of the ways dads can save for their children’s futures. By opening a Child Trust Fund early and saving regularly and encouraging friends and family to contribute too, dads can help to give their children a !nancial springboard into adulthood”.

For further information on The Children’s Mutual please visit www.thechildrensmutual.co.uk

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1. Solar Gem Twin Pack Solar Lights £6.99 - Bring an ambient glow to your garden with these Solar Gem lights. Made with a stainless steel !nish, they are !tted with an LED light and come with a mono-crystalline solar panel. Easy to install, they come complete with ground spikes to spike them into soft ground. They come complete with 2 AAA rechargeable batteries, which will provide up to 8 hours of illumination on a full charge. For best results expose the solar panel to 36-48 hours of direct sunlight before !rst use. 11cm diameter, 37cm high. (not including stake)

2. Multi Hole Nest Box £9.99 - Gardens are an important environment to wildlife; the total area of all gardens in Britain exceeds that of nature reserves. By attracting wild birds to your garden, you will be able to enjoy watching them up close and provide them with a home – it’s also an easy and fun way to teach children about wildlife. This multi-hole nest box is made from FSC wood, so you are ensured it comes from well-managed forests, sustaining not only the environment but also its local population. The design is solid and sturdy, and has 3 di"erent fronts, which are quick and easy to change and are ideal for catering towards large, medium or small birds.

3. Wooden Lean-to Greenhouse £99.00 Sourced from a new supplier for 2008, this great value and practical greenhouse is a great solution for the smaller garden. Top quality FSC Chinese Fir frame with UV stabilised twin wall polycarbonate glazing and space for seed trays on three levels (the gap measurement for the seed trays is 34.3cm). Both doors open for easy access and the roof is hinged for ventilation. Seedlings can be kept in winter using a soil warming cable if there is a severe frost. Windows are made of UV stabilised twin wall polycarbonate glazing. This new version has a back, but no base and self assembly is simple. Please note that this greenhouse is designed for use with seedtrays for your seedlings or for larger plants and therefore does not come with shelves. It also has one strut only which can be placed at either side. 83 x 43 x 116cm (33x17x45.5")

4. Meerkat with Family and Friends Ornament £12.99Whether you are a keen Meerkat collector or simply want to add interest to your garden or patio, this Meerkat With Friends and Family is sure to become a favourite. Made from resin, these cheeky characters are guaranteed to grab attention, and are suitable for both indoor and outdoor use as they won't chip or crack. 11 x 14 x 27cm high

5. Delta Sledge £14.99Kids can’t wait to get out on their sledge once snow strikes so make sure this Delta Sledge is at hand! Made from frost resistant high-density polyethylene, this sledge will provide hours of fun and comes complete with a pull rope, so they can easily pull their sledge to the top of the slope to start again! 51 x 93 x 13cm high Ages 3years +

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This chimenea in a deep chocolate brown and gold contemporary design is sure to please. Each of the gold dots represents a star in the constellation of Orian. So keep warm and cosy with

this chimenea, whilst you gaze at the Milky Way and beyond. Handmade, using traditional methods by local craftsmen in Mexico, the chimenea comes with a wrought iron powder coated stand and matching clay lid. The lid is used to restrict air#ow to control the burn rate, though care should be taken when placing the lid on when chimenea is lit. The chimenea will also come complete with full usage and care instruction on a laminated card. Please note that as this is a handmade clay product, it may be subject to natural weathering and to some colour change. 45 x 45 x 110cm high.

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The Boars Head in Hoghton, Nr Preston has recently been bought by Scott & Joanne Bannon and family (previous managers of the Boat Yard) and is now operating as a privately owned family run country pub o!ering "ne dining.

For those of you who have yet to visit the Boars Head, once you have been, you will wonder why you didn’t go sooner.

Scott and Joanne are proud to announce their new chef who is RAC trained and who has worked at a number of top restaurants in the UK., enabling the Boars Head to o!er the best quality "ne dining right on your doorstep. Local produce grace the

tables whether you are enjoying a weekday special o!er, Sunday lunch or an evening gourmet dinner. The interior has been re-vamped to brighten the place up, however the toilets have been completely re-furbished - something the Boars Head was in need of.

The area itself is idyllic countryside and in nice weather you can sit outside in the fresh air overlooking "elds of green. A short walk along the A675 takes you to the Hoghton Tower, a Grade I listed building which is the ancestral home of the de Hoghton family. On the third Sunday of every month 'The Merchant of Hoghton' food producers' market is held, where you can "nd over 50 stall holders selling local produce.

So why not head down to the Boars Head for a perfect Sunday afternoon, a special occasion or just for a weekday or weekend treat.

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Contact the Boars Head on 01254 852 272Blackburn Old Road, Hoghton, Preston, PR5 0RX   13

The ila Dusk alarm

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With the Association of Chief Police O!cers launching a nationwide campaign to raise awareness of the increased risk to women over this notorious party month, (police regularly record a huge increase of sex attacks over the festive season), Jacqui Hames, one of Britain's best-known real-life detectives, has o"ered some essential tips for women on keeping safe without spoiling their fun. Jacqui, who co-presented BBCs' Crimewatch for many years and spent 25 years with the Metropolitan Police, recommends the following eight steps for staying safe:

women can take control of their personal safety and have a sense of empowerment if confronted by a potential attacker. Women have no excuse not to buy one these days as personal alarms are now readily available on the High Street and are no longer the ‘ugly’ or bulky alarms of old. Many are of slick design and can even be chic accessories in their own right… and yet can be life saving.

morning or prior to a party, women should get in the habit of asking themselves the following questions:o Is my mobile phone fully charged and with plenty of credit?o Do I have my personal alarm attached to the outside of my handbag so it is on hand if needed?o Do I have enough spare cash to get a safe taxi home?

drinks (especially if in an unfamiliar place) work out how to get home BEFORE starting drinking.

drink and become disorientated or have impaired judgement when drunk, so they must ensure they are with a trusted friend who will look after them and get them home safely. Remember you’re far more vulnerable when you’re drunk - even a couple of drinks can make you take risks with your safety that you wouldn’t normally take.

themselves having to get home alone at the end of a party (this especially occurs after a work event).

phone and ensure someone who is at home knows where they are, so they can be contacted in case of trouble.

found in a distressed or disorientated state.

of stashing a £10 or £20 note in a bra or shoe, so they will always be able to get home even if they lose their purse. Could be a lifeline if needed.

taxi with a registered badge.

Jacqui Hames advises, “All women should carry a personal alarm. Having it close at hand in case of a potential attack could be the di"erence between getting away safely or not. One of the best things a woman can do to prevent an attack if threatened is to set o" an alarm.”

And with major high street stores now selling personal alarms as stylish accessories, they are now considered to be a handbag essential and no longer a niche product only available from limited outlets. Jacqui points out, “Personal alarms used to be only available from specialist shops but now major retailers such as Marks & Spencer and Next stock stylish personal alarms such as the ila DUSK, signalling that they are increasingly seen as an essential accessory for women’s handbags.”

most e"ective alarm I have seen on the market because when activated it emits a piercing female shriek that is designed to disorientate an attacker, giving a woman precious seconds to get away. It is also really discreet and stylish so easy to tag onto a handbag or keyring.”

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BRITAIN’S most loved consumer event; The Ideal Home Show, is to be o!cially revamped to its former glory in time for the next show, running from the 20th March – 5th April 2010 at London’s Earls Court.

The famous, trend-setting show that made home-making a national passion, will be returning for its 102nd year, with a completely new and revamped format; o"ering a 17-day long event, packed full of the latest trends, technological advancements, and design innovations; the show embraces social attitudes of 21st Century living.

The new-look Ideal Home Show will explore the world of home interiors and style with a fresh, new inspiring and entertaining show format that combines EIGHT shows in one, o"ering; Ideal Home Improvements, Ideal Village, Ideal Food, Ideal Gardens, Ideal Shopping, Ideal Woman, Ideal Housewares, Ideal Interiors, as well as expert advice on everything from DIY to #ne dining, gadgets and pampering, with a host of celebrity guests across the 17 days; there’s something for the whole family, all rolled into one.

Next year’s show will take visitors through an exciting and spectacular showcase of inspirational living, unveiling a series of industry #rst, UK product launches, and interactive features, as well as looking at topical issues such as social housing, homes and property trends, interiors, how to go green in the home and save money, o"ering inspirational living for everyone, helping consum-ers achieve their ultimate, Ideal Home.

A spokesperson for the show commented; “The Ideal Home Show is one of Britain’s greatest

traditional events. The show is famous for showing people how they can improve their homes as well as how we will all be living in the future.

“The Ideal Home Show has traditionally brought new concepts to life, trends in modern living, industry #rsts and jaw dropping innovations and inventions that catch the imagination of all of our visitors, and next year’s March show will be no exception, as we plan to bring the latest products, designs and technological advancements for helping consumers improve their homes and adapt to the current trends of 21st Century living”.

“We want to welcome visitors from every corner of the UK to come and experience and enjoy the brand new Ideal home show, an event that we aim to make the UK’s most unmissable event of the year”, said show organisers.

The 2010 event takes place across 17 days, at Earls Court from 20th March – 5th April 2010.

Tickets can be either booked online or by calling the Ticket Hotline on 0844 415 4144. Group bookings can be made by calling the Groups Hotline on 0844 412 4650.

For further information about the show and to purchase tickets online visit the website

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There has probably never been a better time to buy a new dishwasher. Track back as recently as 10 or 15 years ago and dishwashers were almost primitive compared to what we have today. It is worth recalling that the models of that not-so-distant era were electro-mechanical rather than electronic and equipped with little or no intelli-gence.

The dishwashers of the nineties expended far more water and energy, and the cleaning process was slower and not nearly so thorough. There were fewer programmes, less space and !exibility in the cavity, and no display panels to inform us of the machine’s progress.

ATAG’s new range of top class, fully integrated dishwashers is a superb example of the progress made. The new ATAG models have all the latest technological wizardry, but equally reassuring for

purchasers is the fact that they will be investing in a dishwasher whose robust construction and contemporary design are right at the top of the class. ATAG products are built to last.

The three new dishwashers are fully integrated and constructed of stainless steel, and comprise of the deluxe model VA9611TT (a market leading, 17 place settings with four wash baskets), the VA6611TT (16 place settings), and the VA6611PT (14 place settings). The dishwashers are designed to be fully integrated into the kitchen layout and as well as under a worktop can also be built into a tall housing unit.

ATAG is very much a thinking company and much thought has gone into the careful and precise design of these models. The dishwashers are made with room to spare from quality materials and there are many practical ways to arrange the

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dishes, cutlery and delicate wine glasses. The most important parts are made from stainless steel (rather than plastic) and no other material is as durable for the purpose.

What is immediately apparent about the new ATAG dishwashers is their incredible quietness, thanks to such technology as the high quality sound-damping insulation material that is also used in luxury cars.All three models have a hidden, integrated electronic control panel with automatic programmes bringing signi!cant savings over the course of a year in terms of energy consumption, water and electricity. Less than 10 litres of water are required for one dishwashing cycle due to special sensors that detect the load and its dirt content. The fully automatic programme ensures that the right amount of water, as well as setting the correct temperature and the appropriate washing programme.

ATAG’s National Sales Manager, Graham Gleave says: “Those consumers who have been limping along with their old model will be astounded by the technology and quality of today’s dishwashers when they take that important decision to trade up.“Our new deluxe VA9611TT is an excellent example of modern technology in tandem with sleek, contemporary design. New and those replacing their dishwasher with an ATAG will notice at once the savings they make in energy and water.”

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the website at www.atag.co.ukMain image over: ATAG’s fully integrated VA9611TT deluxe dishwasher is top of the class for design and quality.Below

The Pioneers of bathroom and in-wall televisions, Aquavision, will be exhibiting their most extensive line-up ever at this year’s ISE Exhibition on stand no: 1J65

Two new waterproof televisions will be launched in the Flamingo range – 17” and 24” – mainly for contractors, hotels and developers. These new models are both HD ready and feature 16:9 wide screens, RS232 control and digital Freeview. Standard glass !nishes are Polar White, black and MirrorVision (when the television is switched o", the glass takes the form of a mirror that is suitable for shaving, make-up etc. When it is turned on, the mirror gives way to the television screen) and custom !nishes are available on larger orders.

Two new Heated TowelRail TVs will be introduced at ISE. The T-Rail T1 and T-Rail T4 both incorporate the new wide screen HD ready waterproof 17" Aquavision LCD television with a MirrorVision panel, built into a bespoke state-of-the-art chrome towel rail. The Aquavision Towel Rail TVs are ideal for installing into even the most recently completed bathroom with the minimum of disruption with just four mounting points and two cables. The T-Rail T1 measures H820 x W530mm and the T-Rail T4 is H1800 x W530mm.

The S4 high-end range, has been updated and expanded to include three full HD models – the 24”, 32” and 40”, whilst the 19”, 26” and 46” are all HD ready. All S4 televisions feature RS232 control, digital Freeview, a component video, S-Video and analogue PC input, single or twin HDMI inputs full scart connection and built in games.

The long awaited Aquavision 46” full daylight visible, HD ready television will also be on show. It allows the screen to be viewed in direct sunlight and is therefore ideal for installation on the patio or by the swimming pool. This in-wall television will

be the centrepiece for the full outdoor range which will be launched later in 2010 and will include a 32” and 40” free standing model in a waterproof case. As with the rest of the Aquavision range, it features a heated screen to prevent misting-up and is fully waterproof. The television will also feature automatic temperature controls to allow it to be left outside all year.

The new bathroom range comprises four sizes, 17”, 24”, 32 and 40”. These widescreens will be available in full HD and HD ready and feature digital tuners. The two smaller models will be available in the standard glass !nish whilst the 32” and 40” are only available in MirrorVision.

Also on the company’s stand will be The VaniTV which combines a mirror unit available in several sizes (portrait or landscape) available in #ush or surface mount options with the 17” Aquavision screen imbedded in the mirror; the recently launched Bespoke range, Kitchen TV and Marine Range.

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The 10 bedrooms have been furnished

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Do you have a baby on the way and need more space? Did working from home seem like a good idea, but the reality is di!erent? You or your partner either hog the spare bedroom or use the kitchen table as a desk. Do you want a playroom for the children? or maybe your mum would love to come and stay with you but the idea of trying to squeeze someone else into your home is alarming.

What are your options? You can sell your house and move on, a depressing thought in a slow moving housing market. How much time and e!ort will it cost to trade up?

You could look at an extension/loft conversion, or, you could move part of your life out into the garden.

Expanding your home into your garden is a realistic option. You can build a fantastic garden o"ce, granny annex or den for your growing family. Inside Out Buildings based in Lancashire have a solution for each situation and we are not talking about a pre-packed box or shed to plonk in your garden. We are talking about individually designed and built detached extensions in the garden.

Imagine working from home in a purpose built, highly insulated o"ce away form the rest of the family, or having friends to stay in a detached guest suite. You can even have a loo and shower installed, or how about a woodburning stove? This is one way to improve day to day life without the upheaval of moving.

“But I haven’t got time to organise this” you say. No problem. Everything is taken care of from day one. InsideOut Buildings design, project-manage and oversee the whole process. If you need planning permission, they make the application for you. They have the experience and knowledge to design garden rooms that blend into your existing lifestyle and they make the whole process as easy as possible.

InsideOut buildings are designed with the environment in mind. Their buildings keep you cool in the summer and warm in the winter through careful use of breathable, eco-friendly insulation, not sweaty plastic insulation. Lighting is

energy e"cient. Building materials and wood is sourced within the UK. Nothing needs preserving or treating with chemicals. The running costs of your new building will be low. Your new building will make you look at your existing house to see how you can make energy saving changes.

Doors and windows are hand made and painted for your o"ce by a small specialist UK window Company that work closely with InsideOut. Double-glazing means you can work, sleep and relax without the irritating noise of the local dog or lawnmower disturbing you. Even better, at the end of the day you can just walk out, leave everything as it is, ready for the next day.

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Kährs has launched its !rst exclusive range of wood "oors from the new Supreme Collection. Featuring a stunning traditional plank design, the new 20mm Oak Grande Collection is o#ered in dimensions previously not available in a modern multi-layered format. It includes a variety of styles and colour variations, for the most ambitious interior designs; all options are crafted from the !nest sustainable Oak, using modern eco-friendly methods, whilst also providing Kährs high performance. Introduc-tion of the new Avenue and Elegance ‘Supreme’ Collections will follow later in the year.

Striking both in scale and beauty, "oors from the Grande Collection measure 2800mm long by 260mm wide and have a thickness of 20mm. Eight di#erent !nishes span the colour spectrum, from blue/silver toned Grande Maison to ebony toned Grande Imperial, with each group receiving an individual surface treatment to enhance the timber’s grain and tactility. Bespoke methods

including handscraping, surface smoking, black/white washing and brushing are used in combination with a range of di#erent stains and natural oil treatments to create a collection of "oors which will lift any interior.

All "oors throughout the Collection feature an eco-friendly construction; crafted from sustainable Oak, Kährs original multi-layered construction uses hardwood down to the joint only, with fast-growing timber below. Whilst it can be refurbished in exactly the same way as a solid "oor, its criss-cross build has additional performance as well as eco bene!ts, including 75% greater stability. All "oors are also o#ered with a 30-year guarantee.

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Wellington Park purpose built in 1990 houses a Conference and Banqueting Centre. Since opening we have attained a high reputation for service and value for money. We have a wealth of experience in hosting and coordinating conferences and seminars for a range of clients

needs and expectations of our clients our aim is to continue to meet those ever changing requirements.

Our restaurants. Bentleys & La Scala,

Italian cuisine's. They are arranged in

bright and modern, olde worlde styles along with a comfortable cellar Italian which is rich in atmosphere. Food from any menu can be ordered in any of the restaurants. Carverys and other Special Meal Deals feature on most days. Our

luxury which is second to none. Each has a Jacuzzi bath, mini bar and mini safe for you convenience. We operate an express checkout facility to minimize time on your departure.

We are one of the premier venues for weddings in the North West. We strive to continue to improve your experi-ence and now have air conditioning in our major suites. We believe that you will look back on your special day and be delighted with your choice of venue.

Contact us on 01772 432881 or 432000email:- enquiries@wellingtonpark.comVisit www.wellingtonpark.com

Cooking has always been Gordon Ramsay’s passion and his no-nonsense approach in the kitchen is legendary. This award-winning chef knows just what it takes to get those kitchen tasks done quickly and easily. Using high quality kitchen appliances is a must - and now you can con!dently step up to the plate with the exciting new Gordon Ramsay Professional range of kitchen appliances, designed to give you and your kitchen that all-important cutting edge.

The Gordon Ramsay Professional range is a stunning collection of electrical professional food preparation products in a sleek die cast and stainless steel !nish…and they’re tough, just like the man himself! These include a Stand Mixer, Food Processor, Blender and two Hand Blenders – that will whiz through any task with ease. Also available

is a Griddle & Grill and a Convection Oven with Grill, both serving up deliciously authentic chef-style cooking. To comple-ment the collection, additional products have been included - all re"ecting the quality and design of the overall range. These include a Kettle, Filter Co#ee Maker, Milk Frother, Two and Four-Slice Toasters, that are so good-looking you won’t want to hide them away!

Gordon Ramsay says: “As a chef, I work at a thousand miles an hour, but when I am at home, I want to slow down a little. In a domestic kitchen, having a quality set of time-saving tools can make a big impact on both speed and e$ciency, crucial when you have hungry mouths to feed! This is why I have introduced a range of professional grade kitchen products - all tested to meet my high standards - and designed to make your life much easier in the kitchen. Enjoy.”

This truly stylish professional kitchenware range, will not only bring a great new look to your kitchen but also that expert !nish to your cooking. Each of these appliances sports advanced features - guaranteed to make light work of any kitchen task. Now you’ve got the right kitchen tools, it’s down to you! Done!

Gordon Ramsay Professional Range includes:

2-Slice Toaster (RRP £60)4-Slice Toaster (RRP £85)

Brushed Stainless Steel Kettle (RRP £50)Blender (RRP £80)

Food Processor (RRP £150)Stand Mixer (RRP £299)

3-in-1 Hand Blender (RRP £35)Rechargeable Hand Blender (RRP £80)

Toaster Oven (RRP £120)Griddle & Grill (RRP £70)

Filter Co#ee Maker (RRP £85)Milk Frother (RRP £40)

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‘Helping people see clearly for over 40 years’

Wrights Opticians, 5 Chapel Brow, Leyland, PR25 3NHT: 01772 424296 w: www.wrightsopticians.co.uk

Wright’s Opticians on Chapel Brown has been at the heart of Leyland for over 40 years. Wright’s o!er everything you would expect from a 21st century optical practice combined with good old fashioned personal service. Sarah Wright, Managing Director has been involved in the practice all of her life.

Sarah say’s, “My parents took over the opticians in 1977, we have been here ever since. My mother Sheila Wright, who is still a business partner, was one of the "rst women in the country to become

fully quali"ed in optics back in 1956. She trained me even before I went to university - it’s in my blood!”

When you enter this stylish practice, you will "nd Sarah ‘hands-on’ in every aspect as she works on all the "tting and dispensing of glasses. Sarah is also a quali"ed specialist in prescribing and "tting contact lenses.

Wright’s are on the Diabetic Retinal Screening and the Cataract Referral Fast Track lists for the Primary Care Trust. Sarah says, “We have two ophthalmic surgeons who have both run hospital clinics, which is very unusual for a high street practice. Anthony Levy FRCS does our testing, he is a highly experi-enced eye surgeon - you don’t need a second opinon! We also have Doctor Adebiyi who formerly ran the Cataracts Clinic in Wigan Eye In"rmary and who does diabetic screenings and also accompa-nies me on home visits.”

Another key team member is Colin Jackson who was initially trained by Sheila Wright and who also worked as a contact lens optician at Liverpool Eye Hospital and is now a fully quali"ed Optometrist.

Practice Manager Alison Greenhalgh and Recep-tionist Enid Finch complete the highly skilled, e#cient and personable workforce.

Sarah and the team often carry out home visits to patients who have di#culties travelling to the practice. Sarah explains “Home visits are invaluable for many elderly patients. It is an extension of our after-care service. We have treated many people throughout their whole lives - we know their case histories and they know and trust us. We do not charge any fees for call outs. The visits are person-ally rewarding as we help so many people.”

Wright’s also pride their professional "tting skills. Sarah says “If glasses are not "t correctly you could end up feeling sick or dizzy which could be dangerous, at the least they would be uncomfort-able and you wouldn’t want to wear them. The measurements, the skill and professional experi-ence of the person "tting them is so important.We move with the times, but I will never under-stand Internet Glasses, there are so many personal and lifestyle issues to consider - your vision is a primary sense, you can’t cut corners!”

Like all modern opticians Wright’s o!er the widest range of glasses, including NHS and free frames for children, budget frames through to leading designers. They are also the exclusive local stockists of Maui Jim’s prescription sunglasses which Sarah says are arguably the best sunglasses in the world, cutting out every scrape of glare.

Sarah’s vision is based on customer care, personal service, skills and experience.

Call into the practice on Chapel Brow, Leyland or Call 01772 424296. Visit www.wrightsopticians.co.uk

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This family run business comprises of 8 fishing lakes, a farmhouse B&B, an 

award­winning campsite, a bar, restaurant and function room with corporate 

and training facilities. Situated in over 120 acres of farmland on the outskirts 

of Bowland.

Wyreside Lakes Fishery, Sunnyside Farmhouse, Bay Horse, Nr. Lancaster, LA2 9DG

t: 01524 792093. Email: wyresidelakes@btconnect.com

Tel: 0844 504 7483 Visit our website www.thenewlyngarth.co.ukEmail either reservations@thenewlyngarth.co.uk or royalpark@thenewlyngarth.co.uk

“Quirky style,Ideally Situated, Open all year”.

“Food & drink, Lounge service, 

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Lyngarth Hotels are a new family breed of hotels, whether you are looking for a “quirky” and individually designed hotel where you can relax quietly or looking to bring a group to Blackpool

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Sandra Taylor Property Marketing o!ers the perfect blend of modern web based estate agency together with the reassurance of dealing with real estate agents. Now that buyers have changed the way that they buy - using more of the internet, phone, e-mail and press advertising - premises have become an almost super"uous expense.

Sandra Taylor operate in exactly the same way as a traditional agents but without the expense of High Street premises. As a result the fee the seller pays is considerably lower and this means that more money can be put towards the purchase of your next home. Come and join the success of Sandra Taylor and experience the warm and friendly quality service whilst enjoying our low competitive fees.

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Have your own house assessed before you even start hunting for another. You need a factual, accurate appraisal in the light of the current market. The appointment is not only about the value of your house and the fee the agent charges. Make sure you are getting an agent that will actually try to sell your property. Ask hard

How long will you tie me into your contract and why?How many websites do you advertise on?

How often will you contact me with updates on progress?Do you have a dedicated person to check on each sales progress?

After instructing Sandra Taylor we will take external

prepare your sales particulars and actively commence marketing your home.

When you instruct us, that's the best time to instruct your solicitor too; he will deal with the conveyancing. Sandra Taylor can recommend a local solicitor. Sandra Taylor will help you arrange a

Sandra Taylor prefer to have accompanied viewings because viewers are more likely to be honest with us than they are with you! We will provide feedback to you on your viewings so you know what the prospective buyers thought.

then in writing. We will negotiate between you and

you need to move by a certain date, now is the time to tell your estate agent and your solicitor.

will probably be negotiated separately, should be passed to them too.

With all the parties agreeing, the memoranda of sales are sent to the solicitors and to the vendor and purchaser. The seller's solicitors will send a draft contract to the buyer's.

When all the enquiries have been answered, and the local authority search has been received, the contract can be formally approved.

When a mortgage o!er has been received, and a deposit placed with your buyer's solicitor, you are ready to exchange contracts.The period of time between exchanging contracts and actually moving house (completion) is

on the seller, and the buyer and any other parties in the chain.

www.sandra-taylor.co.uk for more information

KEYPREVENTING YOUTH HOMELESSNESS

Do you need:Housing Advice

Family mediation to sort our problems at homeSupport to help you live alone

Help with your con!dence and getting a jobTo talk to someone about problems you are having

If so, Key may be the people for you.

We are a charity and all our services are:free

friendly and con!dential

To !nd out more, go to: www.keyonline.org.uk

or call01772 623893

We also have a drop in 12pm to 3pm weekdays at Leyland Youth & Community Centre on West Paddock in Leyland.

KEY is a Charity that has been operating for the last 14 years. It works with young people who have housing issues. Two years ago KEY set up a family mediation project to try and prevent young people becoming homeless as a result of family disputes. KEY Mediation has now worked with over 70 families, helping them to live together in harmony.

Mediation helps families to speak together, without arguing, so that they can decide how things need to change for the future. The

Annie who is 18 recently used our service and says: “When I Came to KEY I had fallen out with my parent’s big style. I had been taking things without asking, falling out with my sister and not helping out around the house. I felt a lot of pressure as I had just started college and was struggling to keep up with my friends – and now that I was an adult I thought I could do what I want!

“Mediation helped me to talk to my parents about how I was feeling and what was happening. This helped me to feel more cared about and realise that my mum and dad were there for me. We are not arguing as much now and things are a lot better at home. If things had carried on I would have had to leave home.

“I would recommend KEY to anyone who is not getting along with their mum and dad, it has helped so much. They listened to what I felt and were extremely helpful and understanding to our needs as a family”.

Here are some quotes from other families that KEY Mediation have helped; “The help we received was very helpful, friendly and professional. Thank you for this great support when we had run out of ideas and couldn’t

“The mediations were very respectful and listened to our problems. Whilst we got input from them, they were not biased in any way”

“They were a perfect ‘go between’ when our troubles were at their worst and certainly calmed our situation down so that we could try and work out our problems”

KEY Mediation service is funded by the Lloyds TSB Foundation and Central Lancashire Primary Care Trust. All our mediators are trained volunteers.

If you think we could help you call us on 01772 623893 and ask to speak to Fran. You have nothing to lose and everything to gain.

The Key team (L to R) Mediation Coordinator Fran Williamson, Support Worker Jane Bell, Service Manager Ursula Patten, Administrator Dawn Cooper

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Dilly Dots Tots was formed following the birth of my daughter, Rebecca. Having Rebecca made me realise how important it is that every child has the best in everything, not only to make them feel special but also to help them develop into little people. Through my

company I have brought the best products from toys, baby products to baby gifts available, we provide a fast efficient service and we can deliver direct to you or if it’s a present we offer free

gift wrapping and a gift card with your personal message delivered direct to your chosen recipient. Our collection is suitable for

babies, boys and girls from birth up to the age of 3.

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Where are we? We are sitiated on the historic Albert Dock inPreston’s Riversway Docklands. Follow the signs for Riversway Docklands from Preston City Centre, then pick up the brown “Steam Railway” signs

and we are at the end of Chain Caul Way. Follow us on Twitter! http://twitter.com/ribblesteam

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Our wide range of tools & designs makes it easy for everyone to get arty

You choose the blank pottery item and we will show you how to decorate it. Collect it the next week after we have glazed and Fired 4 U.

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Cleanliness of the highest standardAll aspects of cleaning, laundry & ironing:

General cleaning: Tidy, hoover, dust, polish, binsBathroom/kitchenInterior windows

Floors & carpet cleaningShopping

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J&M Decorating Supplies

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Frederick’s Ice Cream Parlour

Frederick’s Ice Cream & e Bar

Chill Factore,

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s o uxury hand-madeice creams and sorbets

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Frederick’s Ice Cream manufacture, wholesale and retail a range of over 100 varieties of luxury,

handmade, award winning Italian ice creams and have been trading in Chorley for over 100

years. Our four ice cream parlours serve a range of Ice

Creams and Sundaes, freshly prepared baguettes and sandwiches, snacks and hot and

cold drinks including fabulous bean to cup

and baby-changing facilities. Children’s sundaes, snacks and specials are also available. We have

delicious seasonal ice cream and dessert specials – Christmas pudding ice cream,

name a few!

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All our parlours are OPEN 7 DAYS all year round. Visit our new website pages at www.fredericksicecream.co.uk

ButtyliciousDelicious freshly made sandwiches

All day breakfastBusiness lunches

Outside catering for all occasionsOpen 7 days a week

Situated on Golden Hill Lane, LeylandTel: 01772 432211

Availablefor collectionand Delivery

Darren’s Fresh Fish

supplies Call 07768 732611

Bamber Bridge, Every Fridaybetween 8.15am-4.30pm

Anthony James Griffiths Plastering

Tel: 07896 665907

All types of period & modernplasterwork undertaken

Also specialising in clean and modern4 to 16 seater mini buses, many with

air conditioning. For Executive travel, Airport transfers or

to enquire about our Wedding car pleasecall us on

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Clutches

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Engine repairs

Tyres

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General maintenance

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MG Rover specialist

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Head O’th Marsh Farm Shop in Brindle offers a wide range of freshquality produce. Being in the same family for over 45 years, Andrew

and Catherine Bethell are proud to offer an extensive array of cuts oflamb, pork and beef from livestock born and reared on the farm.

The shop also offers free range eggs and local dairy products as well as chutneys, jams and fresh local vegetables. Open 10am-5pm Tues-Sun

www.cornthwaites.co.ukJohn Cornthwaite (Farm Machinery) Limited was established in 1977 by John Cornthwaite, an East Lancs lad who had a passion for dealing

in tractors and agricultural machinery. The company ran at the old auction mart at Pilling, Preston for 30 years, and then in July 2007 we

moved to our new premises at Elm Farm, Station Lane, Nateby.

Over the years John and his company became increasingly involved in buying and selling tractors and machinery all over the UK and over-seas. In 1978 John Cornthwaite (Farm Machinery) Limited took the

John Deere franchise and are now the main John Deere Agricultural and Grounds-care dealer for North Lancashire, South Cumbria and the

Isle of Man. Please feel free to browse through our used tractors and machinery on our constantly updated website.

T: 0044 (0)1995 606969 F: 0044 (0)1995 605700 E: enquiries@cornthwaites.co.uk

Handyman ServicesAll Maintenance & Repair WorkFor all those odd jobs that never get done!

PaintingPlumbingFlaggingFencingGardening

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Leather sofas cleanedDustmite removal & allergy control

Cleaning services include: Oven cleaning

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Carpet protection available

Contact us for a no obligation free quote

01772 330057 or 07737 932607www.greenclean.org

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Domestic Oven Cleaning Service

We also cleanHobs, Agas, Ranges,

Extractor Hoods & Microwaves.

We clean using low odour products & with the minimum

disruption to you and your home.

Call Nick or Susan for a FREEover the phone quotation.

01254 55105www.hobnobovencleaning.co.uk

Jacks House is small, friendly family run guest House, o!ering comfortable, attractive accommodation in a happy, relaxed atmosphere. All of our newly decoratedbedrooms are provided with freshly laundered towels, we have a selection of en-suite and standard rooms, all have complimentary Tea/Co!ee making facilities and Colour TV with freeview available. Ironing boards are available.

The spacious dining room is the perfect place to enjoy our excellent home cooked meals, all of which are prepared from locally sourced fresh produce where possible. On street parking is We o!er a late bar and late keys and everyone is welcome, families and couples, stag and hen parties. We also o!er discounts for O.A.P’s.

For more information, please contact Brian or Debbie on 01253 752190 or visit www.jackshouseblackpool.org.uk

THE WELCOME TAVERN a hidden treasure, The Welcome Tavern has attractions well worth discovering! A large, traditional public house, hidden behind trees at Walton Park on the outskirts of Preston, we have parking for 100 cars and pride ourselves on being ... a most welcoming tavern.Attractive Beer Garden and Smoking Shelter. Sunday roast dinner and bar snacks: 12 noon – 5:30.Meeting Room: ‘free’ for numbers up to 150. Quiz Night: every Wednesday with Cash prizes and Refreshments. Functions for up to 200. Two large Pool tables. Huge car park. Available ‘free’ for

The Welcome Tavern, Hennel Lane, Walton Park, Preston. Telephone: 01772 627529

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a new YOU!

Established in 1980, Preston HearingCentre offers a friendly, independent service. Nothing’s too much trouble for us, and, with our long experience, we offer the very best advice.

Our aim is to provide the finest service we can, with the help of products and support from the world’s leading hearinginstrument manufacturers.

We’re proud of our independence, which means we’re not linked to any one name, so we can recommend the most suitable hearing aid for you.PR1 0SR

At AKOM, Languages and More… we can help you.

AKOM 

Languages 

and 

More...

Find out how:

07594876648 palante02@hotmail.com

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Is your Spanish a bit rusty? Do you want to learn it from scratch?

Do your employees have language needs? Need help with your translation?

Fancy learning any other language?

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Please call 07985325749for a free quotation

or email: stephan.valentine@sky.com

Bryan 01772 492724Dave 07928 495986

LDB FLOOR COVERINGSFORMERLY OF PLUNGINGTON

NOW HOME SERVICEFamily Firm Father & Son Fitting Team

Over 25 years experience1000’s of samples to pick & choose from

Free Uplifts - Free Gripper RodsFree measuring service - Free delivery

Laminate Flooring, Skirtings &

Picture rails, Door Hanging etc

Bathrooms and kitchens supplied

and fitted and sofits, fascia's and

dry verges supplied and fitted

In association with

Howdens Joinery

www.sjbowker.com

Mother and Toddler SessionsEvery Tuesday 2 - 3pmEvery Friday 1 - 2pmFully qualififed teacher in the water withmums and children1hour session30 minute lesson & 30 minute toy session

for more details ring

01772 782579www.gorlandsswimmingpool.co.uk

Whittingham Road, Longridge, Preston

mother & toddler

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The Flying Start group of publications are giving you the chance to win one of ten tickets to the Ideal Home Show, which will be taking place at London’s Earls Court from 20th March until the 5th April. Adult tickets are usually £15 each, so don’t miss your chance - enter now! Simply send your name and address on a postcard to:

Ideal Home Show CompetitionFlying Start Magazine, 45 Centurion House, Centurion Way, Leyland, Lancashire, PR25 3GR.

Competition

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All general building work undertaken

Tel: 01772 338564 / 07712 615165 / 07793 651869garydawson1@blueyonder.co.uk

Established 39 years

BUILDING CONTRACTORS

Full House Builds Refurbs Extensions

Roof work Garden Walls Porches UPVC windows Fascias

Your windows, frames and sills cleanedwith fresh !ltered water

Water fed pole system ensuresno ladder damage to your property

Reliable and local

Free estimates

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Water Fed Pole System using Reverse Osmosis Technology to purify the water and give excellent results every time

Garry 07905 410432 Sam 07888 071927 Tel 01772 622377

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