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ocussing on artisan small batch roasting, shoppers can enjoy Relishs’ range of 14 single origin coffees sourced from all over the world, with the bonus of all coffee being rainforest alliance certified or direct trade. For owner and founder Polat it all began over 20 years ago in Turkey. His passion for coffee and the science behind it was ignited and has grown over the years. Building his knowledge and experience working with corporate brands he was eager to branch out on his own. Polat is keen to share his love of coffee with the local people, aiming to provide the best coffee experience and the highest quality coffee. Since opening their coffee shop on Marine Avenue in 2012, the business has gone from strength to strength. Roasting their own coffee in house for the last 5 years and offering a range of single origin and various blends, including a home roasted decaf. After perfecting his roast Polat then moved on to the popular new world of cold brew coffee, and customers are loving the 18 hour brewed bottles. This then became the base for all of their iced beverages. Since last year home users have been able to take advantage of Relish’s monthly subscription service including free local delivery, and delivery day is fast becoming the favourite day of the month for many! Starting at £5.95 per month subscribers can enjoy the finest seasonal harvest specially blended in house. Personalised bags in your choice of single origin coffee are proving to be a popular gift choice among the locals. 75g sample tins are available should you wish to treat a loved one, and these can also be personalised. The eye catching tins

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can be ordered in bulk and are a hit as wedding favours, or gifts at corporate events. In September, Polat opened his second shop on Monkseaton Front Street. With its Instagram worthy interior and knowledgeable staff, here you can sample all of their coffee, and for those interested in brewing the perfect cup the Coffee Academy will teach you all you need to know. Polat’s team are happy to share their knowledge and coffee experience with customers, and a

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‘Digital High Street’ launched to help boost local economy

hoppers are being offered a new, easy way to find local businesses operating across North Tyneside using a searchable ‘digital high street’ website. Buy Local North Tyneside began as a simple online list of businesses open during lockdown, and has since developed into website www. localnorthtyneside.co.uk, detailing which businesses are open and what goods and services they provide. So far hundreds of organisations have been added to the website, where shoppers can search by business name, type or location, to find the provider of a product or service they need - encouraging people to ‘buy local’. All that businesses need to do to appear on Buy Local North Tyneside is go to www.buylocalnorthtyneside. co.uk/register-business/ and enter their details. The three business chambers of North Shields, Whitley Bay and Wallsend came together to start the Buy Local North Tyneside project in a bid to encourage footfall to town centres and high streets, and it rapidly grew with the support of local businesses and North Tyneside Council. Chair of North Shields Business Chamber, Miles Walton, said: “When lockdown happened it was clear that it would be very useful for shoppers to have an idea of which businesses were still operating across North Tyneside. “Once we got going on the list of open businesses it then became obvious how useful a searchable, upto-date directory of local businesses would be both for consumers and the organisations themselves. “Thanks to the hard work of many local businesses who have pulled together, we have created something which we hope will be the first port of call for shoppers in the area. “Our plan is that this new website will eventually feature every business in North Tyneside and will help to bring safe footfall back to our high streets and give boost the local economy.”

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The website, which is free for companies to register for, will be kept up to date with businesses’ latest developments and is linked to specific ‘Buy Local North Tyneside’ Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn pages. The website was put together by the Chambers, with the help of Canny Clever and Cargo Creative, who collaborated on the technical side of the site, and Newcastle Building Society. Retail champion and digital marketing expert Graham Soult has also been an informal consultant on the project. He believes initiatives like this are vital in helping to revitalise the High Street. He said: “I am a big advocate of the high street going online – I encourage all the businesses I work with to get themselves on the internet and using social media. I don’t see the internet

“The Buy Local North Tyneside project was launched in a bid to encourage footfall to town centres and high streets.”

as much of a threat to the high street, as it can be a benefit. “Bricks and mortar businesses can use the internet and social media to drive football to their premises and Buy Local North Tyneside is doing just that. “Towns like Whitley Bay, North Shields and Wallsend have so much to talk positively about on their high streets. When headlines are often so negative, people can forget the great things that are on offer in these town centres. “This website rounds up in one place all the businesses there are out there that are serving the community and reminds people how much there is in their local area.” Cllr Bruce Pickard, Deputy Mayor and North Tyneside Council’s Cabinet member for Business and Economic Development, agreed. He said: “As a council we’re taking a lead role in the recovery of the local economy so we’re pleased to support the businesses and Chambers of Trade working together on this. “This new tool is a great way to encourage people to shop local and support businesses in such challenging and uncertain times.” Follow Buy Local North Tyneside on social media at @BLNorthTyneside.

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The race starts at the Parks Sports Centre in North Shields before heading down to North Shields Fish Quay and winding along the coast taking in Tynemouth Priory and Castle, the seafront, Spanish City and St Mary's Lighthouse. The event is supported by Bernicia Homes, Start Fitness and Greggs who are kindly supplying the drinking water. www.visitnorthtyneside.com/ events/event/32

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During these unprecedented times, we are all looking for places to visit and events to attend to give us some sense of normality. Here are six local offerings, although please note that all details are correct at time of going to print but could be subject to change.

As the days grow shorter and the nights get longer, bring your family to join our ghost-hunting storytellers on a trip through the shadows of Belsay Hall. With well-told tales full of spooky, strange and silly goings-on, this Halloween walk is sure to get you into the spirit of the season. This is an outdoor tour, so please wear suitable clothes and shoes. Afterwards you can warm up with a hot drink and some cake. The walk lasts about 45 minutes, and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s suitable for children aged 5-12. english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/ belsay-hall-castle-and-gardens

North Tyneside Fireworks 1st November 2020

North Tyneside's annual fireworks display attracts thousands of people to see a spectacular show overlooking the North Sea off Whitley Bay. There are fairground rides and refreshments from 6pm and the display starts at 7pm, lasting for around 20 minutes. Traffic in the area will be busy but many people choose to use the Metro. In the event of bad weather, the event will take place the following night. www.visitnorthtyneside.com/ events/event/28

Tyne Idols Tour

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READY TO WELCOME VISITORS BACK AGAIN

he Alnwick Garden is back open, and all the staff are looking forward to welcoming guests back to the multi-award winning visitor attraction once again. However, in keeping with these unprecedented times, there have been some changes to the Alnwick Garden experience to help keep all visitors safe, whilst making your visit as enjoyable as possible. The garden will open from 9am – 6pm every day, and all bookings must be made online or by telephone. The site will also be cashless. Visitors will be required to book their tickets online and, whilst booking, you can select the day and the time that you wish to arrive. All Friends of The Alnwick Garden will receive a letter or email with a dedicated phone number and web URL to allow you to book your visit slot. The Garden have also got the official seal of approval from VisitBritain to say that they are following government and industry Covid-19 guidelines. Check out the list of safely measures on the opposite page for all visitors over the coming months to ensure everyone has a pleasant, enjoyable and safe experience. Keeping the garden in order and clean has been the teams priority. Your safety is their top concern

and they have taken the time over the last few weeks to make sure they are ready for your return. Alnwick Garden is the brainchild of The Duchess of Northumberland, and is a multi-award winning visitor attraction based just south of Alnwick Town Centre, clearly signposted off the A1. The Garden boasts 12 acres of meandering and magnificent Gardens, and is home to the world’s largest Tai Haku Cherry Orchard, a Grand Cascade comprising 120 water jets, and the worlds largest Treehouse Restaurant. Unfortunately the restaurant is currently closed due to Covid restrictions but keep visiting their website for details of it’s reopening. The Garden is a peacful and tranquil haven to spend hour after hour wandering amongst the Roses, the Ornamental Garden and the Cherry Blossom or just kicking back to take it all in on one of the 50 swinging benches. The Garden is a registered charity, and any surplus from it’s running is re-invested into improving and developing The Alnwick Garden for the future through one of their charity programmes, helping people in and around Northumberland from a variety of social backgrounds. www.alnwickgarden.com

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Please ensure you arrive at your selected time with your booking confirmation. The staff will not be able to admit you into The Garden without it, or if you arrive earlier/later than the time specified on your booking confirmation. If you are driving to The Alnwick Garden, please be considerate of those around you whilst parking, leaving or returning to your vehicle. Paying for parking will be via contactless card payment only, and you are able to park anywhere other than the first tier which is reserved for Blue Badge holders only. Please follow the one-way routes where applicable. If you need to double back, please do so at the earliest juncture instead of turning around as this compromises the safety of other visitors. The Gift Shop and Plant Centre have temporarily relocated. You are able to visit these areas even if you do not have a ticket. Please follow the signage on the one-way system to access these areas. The Gift Shop and Plant Centre will only be accepting card payments. Masks must be worn inside the Gift Shop, Pavilion Kitchen (unless seated inside) and The Bakery. There will be limited toilet facilities available, these will be cleaned every 20 minutes for your safety. Within The Garden you are free to move around at your leisure, however, the onus is on you to ensure that you and your family exercise the 2 metre rule. Please be respectful of others space and safety. There may be some areas within The Garden that are too narrow for two-way traffic. If this is the case please utilise the one-way system that will be clearly signposted. The Garden will have hand sanitiser available across the site. Please feel free to use this as and when you deem necessary. The Garden will be allowing picnics on site. If you have any litter please make sure you dispose of it responsibly or take it home with you. Littering puts both visitors and staff at risk. The Poison Garden will be open, but unfortunately there will be no guided tours. Instead, you can learn about what’s in the Poison Garden using a QR code reader app on your smart phone, or by purchasing one of our Poison Garden books available in the Gift Shop. The swinging benches are being thoroughly sanitised twice a day. If you do wish to use the swinging benches please utilise the sanitisers available at the top of the Cherry Orchard before and after use. At this time our children’s tractors will be unavailable. This will be used as an opportunity to send them off for an MOT and a full valet so they’re all set for next season!

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here has never been a better time to buy second hand for your home. During lockdown lots of people indulged in some major decluttering and many lovely items have ended up on eBay, Facebook, and similar sites, not to mention charity shops, carboot sales and vintage stores. Nowadays we can buy anything we like new online or in department stores. So why purchase anything second-hand? Well, the problem with everyone shopping in the same stores is that everyone’s home begins to look a bit like identikit furnishing or ‘homedesign-by-numbers’. Then there’s the issue of landfill. Buying second-hand means you’re not contributing to a ‘wasteful’ society. Finally, second-hand means you get to choose something different, quirky, and unique to you. Take paintings. It’s easy to pop into IKEA and buy a nice printed canvas but buying an original vintage oil painting is significantly more worth it. Most people think ‘Rembrandt’ or ‘Monet’ if you mention oil paintings but there are many lovely affordable original works of art or vintage prints on offer, and who knows, you might even happen upon an undiscovered old master!

Antiques rugs are another good purchase and can set the tone of an entire space. Look in antique markets for Oushaks and Serapis style rugs. They use higher-quality wool, have a softer texture and blend with modern or antique furniture. They also tend to appreciate in value with age. Look for quality craftmanship, no sun damage, and no smoke and pet odours. An older rug should be worn evenly. Leather club chairs will always be a good purchase. Look for original leather or one recovered with vintage leather. Distressed leather is lovely and adds character but avoid chairs with a lot of peeling or cracking, and (unless it is for decorative purposes only) check the support it offers! I break plates and cups with alarming regularity. So much so that I gave up on matching dinner services many years ago. Instead I buy pretty individual vintage pieces I like. The mix ‘n’ match look is eclectic but works for me and my family. Vintage doesn’t necessarily mean expensive, but if you are more careful than I am go for it. Look for patina, shape, and design to indicate whether an article is genuine. Mirrors are some of the best items to buy vintage or antique. There are a wide range of styles in good condition that can add a touch of history or character to a room. An original mirror edged with silver or gold, even if it is distressed, is it’s so much more interesting than anything bought new. Old mirrors may have distortions or bubbles in the glass so are best placed where ‘decorative’ or ‘increasing light and space’ is more important than ‘functional mirror’! Buying second hand can be fun, let you express your individual personality, save money and the planet. What could be better? LEFT: Hillcrest Antique Wooden Office Armchair | scaramangashop.co.uk RIGHT CLOCKWISE FROM THE TOP: Vintage 1970’s Sunburst Mirror | www.curatedliving.co.uk Vintage Brick Mould Storage Boxes | scaramangashop.co.uk Blue Country Cupboard | www.scaramangashop.co.uk Turquoise Clear Glass Candle Sticks | curatedliving.co.uk Upcycled Bar Stool | www.scaramangashop.co.uk Vintage Grey Solid Oak 2 Drawer Cupboard | livelaughlove.co.uk

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ven in ‘normal times’ we are challenged daily with negative situations, and how we deal with them is what defines who we are and how we spend the rest of our day. Will we brush it off or let them resonate? I am sure we will all agree that currently it is hard to keep your head above the water and stay positive with so many people having negative opinions wherever we look. Below I have written a handful of top tips on how I would kick negativity in the chops, or help a client kick it into action.

I missed out on something or I upset my friends. But in reality, if they are really friends they will understand if you say no - and what do you think you will actually miss out on? I would much rather make time for myself than sit in a bar feeling exhausted and resentful.

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How often do you make time for you? A lot of the busy individuals and professional I work with come to me saying that they feel terrible, they have no energy, and just can’t be bothered today, and its often to do with a heavy work load, negative news, or miserable weather. I say the same thing to everybody - ‘ leave it at the door! This is your time to forget about everything that is going on at home, on the news, social media and at work. Use this time and studio space to focus on you. I GUARANTEE you will see things in a different perspective in just an hour…and they always do!

Social media is the worst! Everybody has to have their say and your opinions can be drowned out before you have even expressed them. Luckily social medial can be filtered, switched off or paused. I am very particular about who I follow, friend and engage with on social media. This can be on a personal level or on a business level. I am not afraid to unfriend, block or snooze somebody who I find is displaying negative vibes on my timelines. Literally 2 seconds after you do this you will completely forget you even did it, and they will never know, so what have you got to lose?

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You may think of sitting on Cullercoats Beach at sunrise with your legs crossed. NOPE! Meditation (in my opinion) is simple, something that disconnects you from everyday life and lets you focus on you. Personally, I find running is my meditation, it is pretty much the only time I do not have a phone and lose all connection with reality. I find myself deep in thought when I run, because my endorphins are running so high I often feel very inspired which makes me feel more connected with my work.

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This was recently introduced to me by a client and, although it talks about methods I already practice, it is still very helpful to realign all of this. I will leave it up to you to Google this and put it into action. A couple of years ago somebody told me ‘Stay in control of the controllables’ and it is stuck with me. As a fitness professional I understand how important mental health is in order to improve physical health. I hope that this article has helped you stay positive throughout these testing time and that you are able to put some of these into practice.

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A Good Read THE CLOCKMAKER’S DAUGHTER by Kate Moreton

Getting married is one of those big events in your life that changes everything. For Elodie, plans for her upcoming wedding are being pulled away from her by her controlling future mother-in-law. Elodie works as an archivist in London and one day discovers an old satchel, an old photo, and an old sketch of a large house that will change everything and lead Elodie on a quest to discover the truth about the house and the lady in the photograph. Was she meant to find these items and how are they ultimately connected to her own past? Kate Morton is known for epic sagas – and at nearly 600 pages this is no exception. Told in multiple timelines, the action moves swiftly from the present to the 1880s, the early 1900s, and the 1940s as the story of the house and its inhabitants unfold. With a vast cast of characters this does require some concentration to keep track of who’s who, and sometimes the story changes time period just as you were becoming engrossed. However, it is worth persevering. Part love story, part ghost story, part murder mystery, and part commentary on social class divide in the Victorian era Morton brings the various stories vividly to life on the page. Who is the clockmaker’s daughter and how did she come to linger at Birchwood Manor? And how will this all help Elodie come to terms with the path that her own life is about to take?

ANIMAL ANTICS: THE LEAPING LION by Lucy Courtenay Brian is an excitable lion cub. His dad is the King of the Savannah, so a lot is expected of him. He tries to be big and intimidating, like his dad. There is one thing that Brian loves doing more than anything else and that is playing leapfrog. He is the best in the savannah and is always searching for the next big thing to leapfrog over. So, when he tackles his biggest leapfrog ever and fails, he is mortified when all the other animals laugh at him. Humiliated he vows to never leapfrog again. That is, until he learns that the Animal Olympics are going to be held in the savannah and leapfrog is one of the events! Can he pluck up the courage to compete and risk more humiliation? Will he make his dad proud? This lovely short chapter book (92 pages) is perfect for young animal lovers, combining animal facts – such as the fact that female lions do most of the hunting – with a fun story. Who knows, maybe lions really ARE good at leapfrog? 46

By Willow Coby

THE TESTAMENTS by Margaret Atwood

Coming 30 years after her best selling The Handmaid’s Tale, readers certainly had a long wait for this sequel. The success of the recent television series has certainly brought in new fans, anxious to know what happens and whether Gilead will ever be brought down. Here Atwood tries to give us some answers. For those not familiar, the original novel told the story of America in the not so distant future where a totalitarian state has been established in the east of the country after a civil war. Women’s rights have been taken away from them and are subjugated in this patriarchal society. This sequel tells us what happened next from the perspective of three women: Aunt Lydia, familiar to readers from the first novel, Agnes, a young woman living in Gilead, and Daisy, a young woman living in Canada. Here we learn something of how Gilead came to be in flash back accounts from Aunt Lydia, how the outside world sees Gilead, and the life-changing decisions that are made for young girls in Gilead by society. As a fan of the original I found this to be a gripping read that did not detract from the power of the 1985 novel. Is it a satisfying ending? Is everything resolved with the end of Gilead? That would be telling too much, and I’ll leave it up to you to make that discovery.

THEATRE SHOES by Noel Streatfield

If you have a child who loves to perform – dancing, singing, acting – then this is the book for them! Noel Streatfield is best known for her novel Ballet Shoes and this one is often overlooked. Originally published as Curtain Up this follows the story of Sorrel, Holly, and Mark. After the death of their mother, and the disappearance of their father whilst serving in the Navy, the siblings are sent to wartime London to stay with their grandmother who they have never met. They find themselves in a world they have never experienced as they discover that their grandmother (and their mother) used to be a famous actress. She seems keen that the children follow in the family tradition, even though they have no experience, and they find themselves enrolled at Madame Fidolia’s Academy of Dancing and Stage training. Sorrel soon discovers a passion for performing, starring as Ariel in a production of The Tempest. Mark is determined to join the Navy like his father - despite being a talented singer – whilst Holly, shines at dancing. Ultimately this story is about coming to terms with loss and discovering an extended family, albeit with the smell of the greasepaint and a pirouette or two.

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