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OUT & ABOUT

PINT SIZED PUBS Over the last few years we have seen a new type of pub spring up in local towns around the region - the micro pub. These welcome additions to local high streets offer drinkers a much-welcomed alternative to big chain venues or standard run of the mill pubs. Most micro pubs are independently run and support small local breweries - fantastic for the region as a whole. Here are five of the best in the local area... THE BOX WOOD TAP

The Box Wood Tap - Bedlington The Box Wood Tap, based in the heart of Bedlington Front Street, is a very welcome and popular addition to the Bedlington pub scene. Bedlington’s first micro-pub has already proved exceptionally popular with Bedlington locals and real ale fans from further afield. So popular in fact that it has recently doubled in size, taking over the premises next door! Small in size but not in welcome or choice of beverages, the additional spaces has allowed for extra seating and caters for the ever-growing clientele. It serves mainly North East beers, Rigg & Furrow are popular, as are Anarchy, Almasty, Great North Eastern Brewing Co and Box Social – and the fast selling Double Maxim. The fastest seller has so far been Two By Two IPA, with the first delivery actually selling out in four hours. There’s also a big keg demand for Tiny Rebel, Cloudwater and Wander Beyond. Monthly food nights – which could be pizza, Cuban food, Spud Gun, Acropolis Street Food or Good Times Tacos are very popular and most weeks fill to capacity. The Box Wood tap is as dog-friendly as you’ll get anywhere – in fact, the owner has two Bedlington terriers himself and a photo on his phone of every dog that has come into the pub. There is a big demand in Bedlington for a pub of this nature, and thankfully it’s being fulfilled! 40c Front Street West, Bedlington, NE22 5UB Facebook: @TheBoxWoodTap 6

The Ink Spot - Newbiggin The Ink Spot is a small, family run, and communityminded craft ale bar based in the heart of Newbiggin. The bar is owned and run by Angie and Simon, who are self-confessed real ale lovers. When they realised the premises, an old tattoo shop in the coastal village, was available, they had a lightbulb moment. They wanted to do something in the community, and something they were passionate about, and The Ink Spot was the result. They only open on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays at the moment because they both still work full time, but are both hoping this could become a full time venture. The interior of the bar reflects their own interest in music, books, art, tattoos, and a certain amount of activism. This is something new for the village, and they are proud to be part of the weekend "night out" experience for locals and visitors alike. They currently serve four draught ales from CAMRAapproved keykegs using an eco-friendly system which keeps the beer free from any additional gas injection, meaning it comes to you exactly as the brewer intended. They try to get a varied selection of the best ales they can while retaining a price point for the community. Also on offer are a range of local bottled ales from Cullercoats, Allendale, Alnwick, Wylam, and Hadrian Border Breweries, a selection of gins, red wine, white wine, Prosecco, and a handful of bottled ciders. The bar operates an over-21s only policy, and they don’t allow vaping on the premises. All well-behaved dogs are welcome! 49 Front St, Newbiggin-by-the-Sea NE64 6NJ www.theinkspot49.co.uk

The Office - Morpeth The Office is set in the former Old Toll House, a Grade II-listed building, based in Morpeth Town Centre. Owners Paul and Andrea Johnson had to “jump through hoops” to convert from its former use as a sweetie shop (which lay vacant for 18 months). Before that it had been

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Enigma Tap - North Shields The Enigma Tap, a name inspired by Thomas Brown, of North Shields, who in 1942 retrieved documents from a sinking German U-Boat which were critical to cracking the Enigma Code, is North Shields first micro pub. The pub, based on Bedford Street in the town centre, focus on sourcing local products and being environmentally friendly. They are using reclaimed wood for furniture and are committed to having a plastic-free operation. They support local breweries and have a wide selection of cask and keg offerings. Some of the most recent additions to the list include Northern IPA from Hadrian Border Brewery, Azacca Pale from the Almastybrewingco and the malty classic Red Gown from Firstandlastbrewery. There is a selection of nibbles and food offerings, as well as various street food nights and their popular quiz nights. Keep updated with new beverages and what’s on on their Facebook page.

many things, including a fire station and has a rich and varied history. Since its opening in 2014 it has received massive support from local ale lovers and has become a firm fixture in Morpeth’s discerning drinkers’ circuit. The church pew seating came from St Aiden’s Church at Stobhill and local artist’s works – for sale – decorate the walls, the plan is to attract even more. The pub is developing organically, and customers donate bits and pieces to decorate the place, such as a Royal Navy cap and good luck charms from all over the world. The bar serves a number of ales, local craft keg beers, ciders and national keg beers. New additions include Dark Horse from borninthebordersbrewery, Azacca Pale Ale from Almost Brewing Co. Legally Blonde from The Old Potting Shed and Hickery The Rake from the renowned Wylam Brewery. The bar was awarded the Local CAMRA South East Northumberland Pub of the year in 2016 and is a “peoplewatchers’” paradise with streams of bypasses and traffic constantly on the move outside.

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Front Street Tap House - Monkseaton Earlier this year Monkseaton welcomed the very cool Front Street Tap House, specialising in real ales and rum. The micropub, based at 17b Front Street, is owner James Benson’s first venture, having decided to take control of his own destiny after he was made redundant from customer service roles. Mr Benson took over an empty unit on the front street and has turned it in to a fantastic addition to the coastal micro pub circuit.

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The concerts, locally dubbed The Geordie Command Performance, are held every two years in memory of Geordie actor Sammy Johnson who died suddenly in 1999. The 2018 shows, the first to be held at the Arena, were hailed as the best ever by fans who travelled from all over the North East and beyond to be part of the fun. Sunday for Sammy, which was staged at Newcastle City Hall for 16 years, has become one of the ‘must-see’ events in the regional entertainment calendar. Over 10,000 fans flocked to Newcastle Arena for the 2018 show and the organisers are expecting another speedy sell-out in 2020. Tim Healy, Denise Welch, Mark Knopfler, Kevin Whately, Charlie Hardwick, Jimmy Nail, Jill Halfpenny, Jason Cook, Timothy Spall, AC/DC’s Brian Johnson, Christopher Fairbank, Mattie Healy, Stephen Tomkinson, John Miles, Angie Lonsdale,

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rooks of Oldgate, a homeware and gift shop, is a new addition to Morpeth Town Centre, and hosts a wonderful selection of one-off pieces for the home. Their unique items and gift ideas are sourced from a range of local suppliers, providing beautiful things for every home and taste, all at very reasonable prices.

They are a family business, run by Keith, Tracey and their daughter Sophie. The idea for the shop came from Tracey's lifelong love of interior design & furnishings. From a very early age Tracey has always moved furniture around, painted, wallpapered and decorated, much to the frustration of the family at times! Tracey loves being able to create something from nothing, or to transform an item into an object of beauty. Such was her passion for interiors, a few years ago Tracey decided to start the families first business; Dollys. She made hand painted wine glasses and handmade gifts, and could be found many a weekend with a stall at craft fairs and country shows all around the region. As Tracey's reputation for the quality of her hand painted glassware grew, it got to the stage where it was no longer a hobby and turned into a business. In 2016, Tracey and her daughter Sophie took the next step, gave up their jobs, and opened Dollys & Daisys, a Tearoom & Gift Shop in Amble. The gift shop is home to many items handmade by Tracey. However, the space was never big enough for Tracey to indulge her love of all furniture and home wares, hence the opening of Brooks of Oldgate. In July, husband Keith opened Brooks of Oldgate, and Tracey is his number one supplier, as the originality of her designs and quality of her work is second to none. The family looked long and hard for a premises for this business, and were delighted to find the

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NEW LOOK AND NEW MENUS FOR BEDLINGTON INDIAN RESTAURANT

AN INNOVATIVE LUNCH TIME MENU HAS ARRIVED AT THE SLEEK NEW ASHINANNA IN BEDLINGTON

ince Britain’s first curry house appeared in 1809, the UK’s love affair with Indian and Bangladesh cuisine has grown and grown. Fast forward over 200 years and the cuisine is now our national dish, with favourites such as Masala, Balti, Korma and Madras being amongst the most consumed dishes in towns up and down the country.

We are lucky in the local area to have a good selection of high-quality Indian restaurants, and none better than Ashianna, based on Front Street West in Bedlington. The restaurant has been a feature on the high street for many years and has recently undergone a full refurbishment. As you can see from our pictures, the new look restaurant has a clean, sleek, modern and contemporary look to it. The whole restaurant has undergone a dramatic transformation and the results are stunning with high quality finishes and attention to detail throughout. As well as the new look, Hussain and the Ashianna team are now opening selected lunchtimes, with a brandnew lunchtime menu, packed with new innovative dishes and lighter choices, all available to eat in or take away. Ashianna is now open Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday lunch times, from 12 – 2.30,

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with a menu packed with specially selected dishes, as well as offering a bespoke menu with 2 courses at £8.95 and 3 courses from only £10.95. The brand-new lunchtime menu includes a mouthwatering range of nan pizzas, which has proved very popular already. The also offer the quirkily named nanwich, the mother of all Sandwiches, which comes with Sheek Kebab, Chicken and Lamb Tikka, tossed with onions, peppers, salad, cheese and salad cream, all for only £5.95. They even have a tikka salad on the menu – perfect if you fancy something lighter. Evening special menus include the popular 4 course menu, available on a Tuesday and Wednesday evening, where the chefs have put together a menu packed with all your favourite dishes and is available for £15.95 per person. They also host their popular tapas evenings and have a host of special dishes and menus – check their Facebook page for regular updates. Ashianna, 48 Front Street East, Bedlington NE22 5UB Tel: 01670 820220

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A CAFÉ WITH A CONSCIENCE All proceeds from a North Shields Café go to support young people through charitable work

ut and about in North Shields town centre, you are spoilt for choice when it comes to places to grab a coffee and a bite to eat.

Each street peppered with a combination of old and new venues, offering something to sate every appetite. So how do you decide where to go when the time comes to rest your legs? Well, YMCA North Tyneside Café is a little different to the rest. This bright, affordable and welcoming café aims to serve its community, not only by providing people with fresh homemade food, barista-style coffee and warm hospitality, but also by what happens behind the scenes. Located just seconds off the main high street, on Church Way, this charity run café has recently celebrated its second birthday and has already established itself as a popular meeting place, with each and every customer helping YMCA work towards tackling youth homelessness in the area. On the surface, the floor to ceiling glass entrance, bright interior and spacious seating area provides a welcoming setting for members across the community to meet friends, work on that important project and feed the family. Less obvious is the work carried out each and every day by the dedicated YMCA staffing team in supporting young members of the community, through supported accommodation, after school activities and help gaining access to education. The café offers a wide variety of food and drinks, from a delicious pot of Ringtons tea or a freshly made fruit smoothie, to a full 3-course meal with tea or coffee for just £8. Hosted by a strong team of volunteers, adult 28

learners and YMCA staff, this café prides itself on serving up homely, delicious food, made fresh every day. With a regularly refreshed menu and staff who go the extra mile to ensure your requirements are met, there is sure to be something to satisfy your sweet or savoury cravings. Working collaboratively with the North Tyneside Council, YMCA café also operates as a training environment for adult learners undertaking courses in hospitality and customer service as well as modern apprenticeships. These courses develop their vocational skills and provide them with the valuable experience needed to help further their career opportunities. The learners and the many volunteers who dedicate their time to help run the café and kitchen, as well as the customers, all help contribute towards YMCA’s charitable outcomes. Housed in the long-standing Sir James Knott Building on Church Way, each purchase made in the café, gym and event and conferencing facilities, contributes to making a positive impact on the young people living in YMCA’s supported accommodation as well as young people throughout the local area. So the next time you’re in North Shields and need to refuel, be sure to give this unique, light dining café a try, open Monday to Friday 8:30am – 5:30pm and Saturdays 9:30am-3pm, and take extra comfort knowing that your money is going towards helping tackle the growing issue that is youth homelessness in North Tyneside. Be sure to find them on Instagram at ymca_cafe, Facebook and Trip Advisor to show your support. YMCA Cafe, Church Way, North Shields, NE29 0AB

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IT SIMPLY HAS TO BE WOOL!

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hoosing a wool carpet for your home will undoubtedly add luxury, and enhance the appearance of any space, but a purchase of such a carpet has many additional longer term advantages.

Wool is an amazing design of nature which can resist the toughest elements, making it a naturally hardwearing product. But this fibre is also surprisingly easy to maintain, because wool has inherent abilities to resist staining as a result of the natural wax that coats its surface. This coating helps stop dirt from penetrating, thus leaving any soiling on the surface which enables easy cleaning. This awesome product from sheep is also anti-allergenic, and research shows that a wool-rich carpet can reduce airborne dust in the home by trapping it in its top layer. As wool naturally absorbs humidity and airborne toxins, this results in a cleaner, more comfortable living environment, improving indoor air quality. Due to the natural crimped structure of the fibre of wool, it does not easily ignite nor does it melt, drip, or release noxious fumes, making it an all round safer option for the home. The material also acts as a fantastic insulator, with millions of tiny air pockets creating a thermal barrier that retains heat, giving that soft, warm feeling underfoot. In the home, approximately 10-20% of heat is lost through the floor, and so wool carpets can save an average of 11% on domestic energy consumption. Interestingly, the British sheep population is the most cosmopolitan in the world, with over sixty different breeds cared for by more than forty thousand sheep farmers on hills and lowlands. This massive variety in wool type feeds down to the carpet manufacturers and allows for the production of many different ranges of carpet from chunky boucle's, right through to the finest velvet finish, and

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from course tough heavy duty wool, to softer pile finishes. British wool also looks great without going through the dyeing process, and some carpets are made in this fashion, offering a beautiful, natural look. The heather tones and flecks seen in British wool are a unique fibre characteristic of British sheep breeds. Michael Metcalf Carpets of Morpeth prides itself on having probably the most comprehensive and most diverse selection of wool based carpets in the North East of England, displaying British manufacturer based quality carpets.

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BROWN IS THE NEW BLACK

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AW19 Trend: Brown is the New Black Dark wood furniture is back in vogue and with it comes a gorgeous palette of soft brown hues that can be used in traditional and contemporary spaces alike. Indulgent chocolate brown takes centre stage, accompanied by dashes of dark mahogany and creamy beige, to create a stylish blend of tonal shades. Matte paint finishes and rusticisleather such as Detroit Starburst Dining Dark wood furniture backsitinalongside vogue rich andwood withfurniture, it comes a the gorgeous palette ofTable. soft Crafted from oak and showcasing a stunning natural grain, this piece sets the tone for this look beautifully. brown hues that can be usedin traditional and contemporary spaces alike. Indulgent Vases of fresh foliage in glorious autumnal hues will make a striking seasonal centerpiece for any dining table, and chocolate brown takes centre stage, accompanied bydashes of dark mahogany and sculptural accessories placed across shelving and sideboards will further enhance the style credentials of this look. creamy beige, to create a stylish blend of tonal shades.

A. Habufa Detroit Starburst Dining Table, £1,195, Habufa Panay Chair, £219, Maywood Rug, £119 B. Habufa Panay Chair, £219, Maywood Rug, £119 C. ALF Soprano Sideboard, £799

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Matte paint finishes and rustic leather sit alongside rich wood furniture, such as the Detroit Starburst Dining Table.Crafted from oak and showcasing a stunning natural grain, this piece sets the tone for this look beautifully. Vases of fresh foliage in glorious autumnal hues will make a striking seasonal centerpiece for any dining table, andsculptural accessories placed across shelving and sideboards will further enhance the style credentials of this look.

E. Elmari Low Shelving, £279 D. Alexander and James New England 4 Seater Sofa, £1,995

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K. Chaser Leather Footstool, £419 L. Habufa Panay Chair, £219

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TIPS FOR A CLUTTER FREE KITCHEN Professional decluttering and organising expert Cath Hindle shares her 8 top tips to get your kitchen clutter under control.

Cath Hindle

here is a famous William Morris quote that I return to everyday when I’m helping people to declutter: “Have nothing in your house that you do not know to be useful or believe to be beautiful.”

Apply this saying to any space that you want to organise and you won’t go far wrong but it is especially pertinent in the kitchen. Kitchens are receptacles for no end of clutter. Gadgets, electricals, old crockery, drawers of screwdrivers, old letters and bank statements, lightbulbs, blue tac and string; all of which are hidden behind cupboard doors. Cupboards are great storage but can also become easily cluttered and full if not sorted regularly which means you don’t make full use of or get the most benefit from the things you need or love. Here’s some top tips for keeping your kitchen fully functioning and clutter free: When decluttering any room, it’s useful to think about the stuff that you use most often. So, in terms of the kitchen think utensils, pans, crockery, glasses and store the things that you use most next to the area that you use them. Mugs above the kettle, pans near the hob etc. Whilst on the subject of mugs – if you don’t want to drink

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your tea out of it, get rid!! Overstuffed mug cupboards bring no joy. Lose a few chipped and ugly ones and see how you feel. By thinking about the stuff you do use (see point 1), you will automatically wheedle out the stuff you don’t. Then, separate the things you use occasionally or want to keep from the stuff you don’t. Bin, scrap or pass on the unwanted items immediately. Pass it on groups on Facebook are great for this as are some charity shops. British Heart Foundation take electrical appliances (I once had a client who got rid of 6 George Forman grills!!) Now think about how you use your kitchen. Do you entertain? How many people can you fit round the table? No point keeping a casserole dish for 12 if you never invite folks round and don’t like stew for example. As a general rule, I suggest keeping double the amount your household needs. There is four of us at Clear the Clutter HQ so we have 8 of most things (except bowls - I love bowls – see good old William Morris quote above). A good tip is use to use small baskets or take away boxes to store things like clip its, bottle openers etc. They still fit in

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your drawers but allow you to group things. This also works under the kitchen sink where dishwasher tablets and tea towels can disappear forever. Use large baskets that you can pull out so you can see your washing up liquid from your oven cleaner. Speaking of Tupperware, if space allows, stack the bottoms in one drawer and the lids in the drawer above or stack the lids in an empty tub. This makes them much easier to pair up. Finally, don’t forget your food. Regularly check for out of date stuff. Don’t put new shopping in front of old stuff. That’s how you end up with lots of corned beef in the back of the cupboard. Store like with like and if possible, stack tins. If you cook with herbs and spices, use a shoe box to store the jars in and write the name on the top of each one so you can easily locate what you need.

If you need help organising your home visit www.clear-the-clutter.co.uk or contact Cath on 07982044 639, email cath@clear-the-clutter.co.uk

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MAKING SUSTAINABLE GARDENING CHOICES

for a blooming future

s retailers and consumers, we’re all being tasked with making environmentally responsible decisions to ensure our love of gardening does not cause harm to our delicate ecosystems and planet. There are a some immediate, yet simple changes you can make.

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REDUCE PEAT USE

Whilst peat has long been touted as a nutritious and organic feed for your garden, pressure has been put on the industry to back away from what is seen to be a destructive activity to our natural landscape and wildlife. Along with starting your own compost heap, green manure is a fantastic way to put organic nutrients into the ground – great for raised beds and vegetable patches. Lupins and Phacelia can both be grown from seed, with the added benefit of a striking floral display and fantastic source of food for pollinators such bees and butterflies. They’ll also attract hoverflies that will kill garden pests such as aphids.

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THERE ARE MANY BENEFITS TO BUYING FROM YOUR LOCAL PLANT NURSERY

Our biggest supplier of growing media has released a statement outlining the hard work they are doing to better the industry. Keith Nicholson of Westland Horticulture said, “Now over 70% of total material used in Westland products is non-peat which will be furthered in 2020, headlined by our move to reduce peat content in the UK’s lead[ing] compost, Multi-Purpose with John Innes - Single biggest step in driving the industries peat reduction. We have also already achieved “zero to landfill” in all our facilities and have removed over 800 tonnes of plastic from our product packaging, including growing media.” Look out for Westland’s New Horizon brand – it’s 100% peat free, natural, sustainable and suitable for all indoor and outdoor plants, as well as vegetables.

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garden with no extreme temperature changes, your plants should be hardier, requiring fewer pesticides, water and fertilizer… with an added bonus that you can ask to speak to the growers of homegrown plants for free in-store to really understand how best to maintain your garden purchases. Whilst garden centres continue to make strides in their sustainable practices, it is the demands of consumer that makes the biggest industry waves and together, all our small improvements should make a huge impact on the environment. At Plantsplus, we have a Shades of Green environmental policy which illustrates our continued effort to respond to environmental and community issues that affect all of our customers, staff and suppliers. Current sustainability projects include: LED Lighting, Photovoltaic panels, Rainwater collection, Electric car charging points, Working towards a digital office, Reduction of plastic pots in our nursery, and Landscaping for wildlife. If you want to find out more please visit www.plantsplusgardencentre.co.uk/environmental-policy Plantsplus Garden Centre Berwick Hill Road, Seaton Burn, NE13 6BU www.plantsplusgardencentre.co.uk Open Daily 43

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