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FESTIVE FEAST Christmas is a time for family and friends to indulge in delicious food and winter tipples. With this in mind, here are four of the best local venues to help you celebrate the festive season in style.
Set back from the hustle and bustle of Gosforth High Street, The Brandling Arms is a real home-from-home. With their top-notch pub food, outstanding range of speciality drinks, the large west facing front garden and relaxing family-friendly atmosphere, this is a venue to suit everyone. Whether you’re looking to book in a lavish Christmas lunch, a family dinner, or celebrate the festive season with a drinks party in their unique, vibrant and authentically British pub, the Brandling Arms is the perfect spot. They have a lively atmosphere, and provide the ideal environment to sample and enjoy the carefully sourced fresh and tasty seasonal ingredients that have been crafted by their head chef and kitchen staff into mouth-watering Christmas and drinks menus. The Brandling Arms pride themselves on blending the classic with the innovative, and the Christmas period gives them the chance to channel this into everything they do, from their superb drinks selection to their exceptional festive dishes. The Christmas Fayre Menu is available throughout December, with 3 courses costing £23.95 (£10 per person deposit required at time of booking for al menus and parties) Christmas Special Offer - If you book the three-course Christmas Fayre Menu before 31st October, each member of your party will receive a free festive treat. The Brandling Arms: High St, Gosforth, NE3 1HD www.thebrandlingarmsgosforth.co.uk
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BLACKFRIARS
With its origins dating back to 1239, and a long and turbulent history that included a spell as a hostel to accommodate King Henry III, Blackfriars confidently lays claim to being the oldest dining room in the UK! The current owners, Andy and Sam Hook took over the venue in 2001 following on from the success of the critically acclaimed Sidney’s Restaurant in Tynemouth and have built a reputation as one of the finest eateries in the region. The venue plays host to a variety of events, including a number of cookery classes, the great Geordie bake off, cocktail making classes, ladies lunch club, chefs table and many more. The 80 seat restaurant was refurbished in 2017 and features a mix of comfortable booth seating and new tables and chairs, as well as beautiful stained glass windows. The menu is packed with gutsy, traditional British food using seasonal produce from the local farms and producers, all at very reasonable prices given the quality of the food. Their Christmas Fayre menu is available from 26th November at a very reasonable £29 for a 3 course lunch and £34 for a 3 course dinner. www.blackfriarsrestaurant.co.uk
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Set in an enviable location, almost in the country yet still with a city feel, this venue offers you space, peace and room to breathe. They are passionate about their guests and how well looked after they are, and they want every guest to feel at home. After all, Jesmond Dene House is a home, albeit a grand one. Jesmond Dene House is an independent hotel, meaning they can be flexible to all their guests’ wishes. They listen to what you say and always do their best to accommodate, and are passionate about even the smallest detail. Often it’s the little things that make the difference! The passion of the staff at Jesmond Dene House always shines through, after all, a lot of them have been worked at the hotel since it opened! Jesmond Dene have a host of tempting festive menus on offer throughout the Christmas period. They have festive Afternoon Tea (£42 per person), restaurant dining in December (2 course lunch £25pp, 3 course £29pp, 2 course dinner £31pp, 3 course 35pp excludes 25/26 Dec) and festive party nights on December 13th and 21st from only £49 per person. They are also hosting a fabulous Christmas Day lunch, as well as Boxing Day lunch and their famous New Year’s Eve celebrations, see website for prices and more details. If you wish to enhance your stay, they are also offering Dinner Bed and Breakfast special packages throughout the festive season. Jesmond Dene Road, Jesmond, NE2 2EY www.jesmonddenehouse.co.uk
THE FALCON’S NEST
Located in Gosforth Park, The Falcon's Nest provides an idyllic retreat to a peaceful and traditional pub. After a busy day Christmas shopping, or just to escape the winter chill, you can relax in their farmhouse style building, surrounded by friendly guests and enjoy some delicious food and quality drink. This is a country pub oozing rural charm and rustic character, their picturesque surroundings provide the perfect backdrop for savouring the hearty, seasonal pub-food on the menu and the carefully nurtured cask ales and fine wines gracing the bar Christmas is always a special time at The Falcon's Nest. Their roaring log fires, hearty festive menus, and cosy corners create the perfect setting for a quiet, relaxing drink or a celebratory get-together with loved ones. This year’s Festive Menu runs from 26th November until 29th December (2 courses from£17.95 or 3 courses for £20.95), with the exception of Christmas Day, when they have created an extra special 3 course menu for you to enjoy, starting from £59.95. They’ve also got some great plans for New Year’s Eve, including a 3 course meal for £30.00 per person and, if you want to make your Festive occasion extra special, you can pre-order one of their wonderful drinks packages. Christmas Special Offer - Book your 3 course Festive Menu before 31st October, and they will treat all of your party to a free drink! Rotary Way, Gosforth NE3 5EH www.vintageinn.co.uk/restaurants/north-west thefalconsnestgosforthpark PLEASE NOTE: All prices and dates are subject to change, and are at the discretion of each venue. Please contact each venue to confirm details prior to any bookings. Select Magazine accepts no responsibly if prices or dates change.
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Burgham Park Golf Club offers fresh and tasty Sunday lunches with a fantastic view. Richard Wilson headed up the A1 to give them a try...
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Located conveniently just off the A1 (and well signposted) about 10 miles north of Morpeth, Burgham Park is set in beautiful tranquil countryside, a perfect location for a relaxing Sunday Lunch. The clubhouse has a bar and conservatory area on the ground floor, whilst the restaurant is situated on the first floor. The room makes full use of the magnificent views on offer, with floor to ceiling windows allowing dinners the chance to gaze out over the 18th hole and the fields that stretch beyond whilst enjoying their lunch. The room itself is beautifully laid out with a large open fire and a really warm and welcoming atmosphere. The Sunday Lunch menu is kept purposely simple to ensure everything is served fresh. There are three starter options, two choices of main course and three desserts. For our starter we chose the traditional prawn cocktail. Nicely
presented and a very pleasing appetiser for the main course. The chef cooks a choice of two different meats every week, rotating the selections, and the offerings when we visited were beef and pork. Both myself and my wife opted for the beef and when it came neither of us were disappointed with our choice! The slices of beef were coated in a delicious thick gravy and accompanied by both roast and mashed potato and a gigantic Yorkshire pudding. Vegetables are served separately, and our helping consisted of turnip, carrots and Brussels sprouts with delicious pancetta. The dish was warm, hearty and tasted very much home cooked in the best traditional sense. The portions are very generous and all in all the meal left us both very satisfied. Stepping outside into the earlyafternoon sun, we pondered as to whether a stroll in the beautifully grounds was in order, but this review wasn’t going to write itself, so we settled for the scenic drive back. If you are looking for a nice drive on a Sunday lunchtime and a traditional
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SEASONAL ADVENTURES If you fancy a trip away to get you in the mood for Christmas, here are a selection of some of the best Christmas Markets across the UK.
MANCHESTER
Friday 9 November – Saturday 22 December
Manchester’s award-winning Christmas Markets returns this winter, offering mouth-watering international food, drinks and delicately crafted Yuletide gifts in the heart of this buzzing city. With more than 350 beautifully festooned stalls and chalets in 10 different locations spread across the city centre, the Christmas Markets are all located within roughly a quarter of a mile of each other and are free and accessible to all. Soak up the atmosphere and follow the market trail as it winds through the city centre, tempting you with gifts, crafts, jewellery, clothes and toys. European and local producers offer everything from fine amber jewellery,
handcrafted leather bags and top-quality bonsai trees, to handmade Belgian kitchenware, framed photo prints and French soaps. And when planning your visit, don’t miss the amazing array of food and drink! Manchester’s Christmas Markets are famous for traditional bratwurst, but you can also treat yourself to Hungarian goulash, Spanish paella or a good old-fashioned hog roast. www.manchester.gov.uk/christmasmarkets
YORK
Thursday 15 November – Sunday 23 December
Soak up the city’s medieval charm and scents of spiced mulled wine this season, as fairs, family fun and festival
flavours transform York into a festive fairytale. Discover the delights of the iconic St Nicholas Fair, don some skates at the Ice Factor or spend a night in the stalls for playful panto fun. Immersed in tradition and bustling with activity, the historic streets of York come alive during the wonderful winter months. Meander through the magical market stalls of St Nicholas Fair and delight in a truly special shopping experience. Wander inside traditional chalets adorned with twinkling lights and follow the aromas of mulled wine and tempting treats to the new Yorkshire Barn for a taste of yule themed Yorkshire fodder. www.visityork.org/whats-on/christmas
BIRMINGHAM
Thursday 15 November – Sunday 23 December
Birmingham’s Frankfurt Christmas Market is a firm fixture in the city’s annual calendar and, together with the neighbouring Christmas Craft Market, a massive favourite with both residents and visitors to the city from across the UK and Europe. Birmingham comes alive every winter with the arrival of the Market, a clear sign that Christmas is just around the corner. With over 120 stalls there is something for everyone. The largest authentic German Christmas market outside of Germany or Austria, Birmingham’s Frankfurt Christmas Market offers a large range of traditional goods and gifts and a selection of tempting food and drink. Pretzels, schnitzels, bratwursts, and roasted almonds will tempt your tastebuds, all of which can be washed down with gluhwein, weissbeer (wheat beer), or tasty hot chocolate. And whilst you’re there why not pick up some presents for your family and friends with everything from handcrafted wooden decorations and delicate glass baubles to hand-crafted leatherwork, toys, jewellery and much more besides!
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EDINBURGH
Saturday 21 November - Monday 4 January
When winter approaches, Scotland’s Capital chooses not to hibernate, but to celebrate, with a festival that lasts through Hogmanay. Fancy some German-style pretzels and glühwein? Head for the 100 stalls of the
European-style Christmas market on East Princes Street Gardens. Funfair attractions range from the carousel and Big Wheel to the nerve-testing Star Flyer. Gentler rides are in the Children’s Market, where finding the Elves’ workshop in the Christmas Tree Maze is rewarded with a wee treat. Pull on skates and glide across the huge rink, or try the new, smaller version, up on St Andrew Square. This is the home of the Scottish Market, the real McCoy, with hand-knitted woollies and locally-brewed beer. www.edinburghschristmas.com
LEEDS
Friday 9 November – Saturday 22 November
Christkindelmarkt, Leeds is one of the most established German Christmas Markets in the UK, with traditional wooden stalls, festive greenery. A Christmas carousel ride and twinkling colourful lights all create a unique continental festive atmosphere in the heart of Leeds city centre for Leeds Christmas Market. Set in the stylish civic setting of the award winning Millennium Square, hristkindelmarkt attracts many hundred thousands of visitors to Leeds each year and forms an integral part of the city’s annual events programme. Continued on next page... 13
Continued from previous page... The market consists of over 40 wooden chalet stalls from authentic German traders providing a wide range of seasonal gift ideas for everyone including; handcrafted toys, jewellery, Christmas cards and festive decorations, speciality foods and traditional German delicacies such as gluhwein, bratwurst sausages, goulash, soups, schnitzels, stollen, gingerbread and candied fruits. Returning this year is the special Santa’s Breakfast experience for children and families. Set in the beautifully themed in Alp Chalet restaurant every Saturday and Sunday throughout December and during school half term between 10.30am to 11.45am, Father Christmas will play host to a delicious authentic German breakfast buffet. www.leeds.gov.uk/christmasmarket
LINCOLN
Thursday 6 December – Sunday 9 December
Lincoln brought the first traditional German Christmas market to the UK in 1982 as part of its twinning with the German town of Neustadt. Originally there were just 11 stalls in Castle Square, which have now multiplied to more than 200, selling a wide range of craft and food products and set around the city’s lovely cathedral and castle. A funfair and big wheel will be installed for the weekend, live bands and theatre groups will provide entertainment and there will be a traditional carol service in Lincoln Cathedral. www.lincoln-christmasmarket.co.uk
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NEWCASTLE
16 November - 16 December
The International Christmas Market will take place at Grey’s Monument, Grey Street and Grainger Street. This year - get ready for an even bigger, festive experience as the traditional International and local Newcastle Markets combine forces for a month-long extravaganza in the heart of Newcastle! Embrace the festive feels with a cosy wander around Newcastle’s Christmas Market - your senses will be overwhelmed with the smell of food and drink from around the world as well as finding gifts for loved ones (and some for you too!) This year’s Christmas market at Grey’s Monument will brings us gourmet ingredients and a very real taste of Europe. You can get a currywurst from Germany, waffles from Holland, paella from Spain and crepes – both sweet and savoury from France. It will also welcome stall holders from closer to home. There are beers from local microbreweries, home-made jams, delicious cakes and handmade chocolates. And once you’ve bought something scrumptious to eat, you can find special gifts such as scarves, leather bags, hand-thrown pottery, woolly hats and jewellery. And you know if it’s at our Christmas Market it’s going to be that little bit more special.
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Proudly Supporting North East Creatives Enterprising couple build upon the success of their Whitley Bay business
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Alongside their website, For the Love of the North had been solely based on Whitley Road in Whitley Bay selling a range of high quality cards, prints and gifts all sourced from North-East artists and creatives. Paul and Lucy also have gallery space which up until 22nd Sep is housing an exhibition of Whitley Bay artist Darren Mundy’s work. They sell tickets, provide advice to visitors and keep a rolling collection of flyers and brochures detailing what’s going on in the local area. However, the enterprising couple who
now employ 5 staff, launched their second shop within Stack in Newcastle City Centre in August. Stack is situated on the site of the old Odeon Cinema in Pilgrim Street and is the city’s very first leisure and shopping destination using shipping containers. Paul was nominated as one of 10 finalists in the Tourism Superstar awards run by a national newspaper and VisitEngland has unrivalled knowledge about the North-East. He said, “I’ve always known we have such amazing, independent artists and craftspeople here in our region that often go unnoticed and we are delighted to be able to provide them with a retail platform in both our Whitley Bay and Newcastle stores.” Lucy said “We are hugely passionate about the North-East and having a
Owners of ‘For The Love of the North’ Paul and Lucy Hull
physical presence in Newcastle city centre opens up so many new avenues for us and the creatives whom we support. We couldn’t be happier to bring products which have been so lovingly created into Newcastle. It’s a hugely exciting time for For the Love of the North. You can find For the Love of the North on Facebook or www.fortheloveofthenorth. co.uk
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Northwind is the brainchild of Gateshead-born businessman Lee Smith, a watch-aficionado who wanted to create a watch brand that represents the best of the North. After years of running a specialist watch business importing exclusive brands from Russia, USA, Switzerland and Germany Lee spotted a gap in the market for something that celebrated his own region. Lee comments: “I found it fascinating that lots of countries and cultures tell their stories through their timepieces. “After importing watches like the Sturmanskie Gagarin (worn by the first man in space) or the Vostok Komandirskie (issued to Russian Servicemen and Women), I thought that I could do something that would show off the North East to the rest of the world.” Geordie Shore has shown people how we party in the North but Lee wanted to show another side. He turned to the historical heritage of the North East’s people and landscape when creating Northwind. “The world already knows that we play hard. I wanted to show the other side, what we’ve achieved through our hard work. I want to pay homage to the people that were at the forefront of industry, invention and academic Northwind is the brainchild of Gateshead-born businessman Lee Smith
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The Armstrong Automatic watch, is inspired by the Shieldfield born inventor and industrialist William Armstrong.
study instead of the populist view of a hedonistic North East. “From the first train and first electric light bulb to the Venerable Bede or the scholarly monks of Lindisfarne - industry, innovation and the constant pursuit of knowledge have defined this area. I want Northwind to illustrate that and be a brand for North East men who align themselves with these values.” Northwind’s first limited edition piece, the Armstrong Automatic, is inspired by inventor, industrialist and philanthropist William Armstrong. Shieldfield born Armstrong was a hugely influential businessmen whose other achievements included founding Newcastle University, donating land now recognised as Jesmond Dene to the public, and building Cragside, the world’s first house to be lit by hydroelectricity. Lee's watch design references the North’s industrial heritage with a heavy
duty and rugged aesthetic - powered by a mechanical movement. The stainless steel is complimented by a leather strap and carry case - suggestive of the role the beautiful and harsh landscape has played in the North’s history. Lee adds: “We’re less than two months in and we’ve already had keen interest from local retailers. We’re stocked in Union Clothing in Newcastle city centre and Hamiedog Menswear in Whitley Bay, as well as on some locally ran websites.” “I’m a proud northerner and I hope that my brand brings something to the creative tapestry of this region. Something that people can wear, be proud of and enjoy.” For more information and to purchase the Armstrong visit www.northwindwatches.com For trade enquiries contact sales@northwindwatches.com
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operate. The blind can be rolled up or down to achieve the required level of shading you require. You can add those personalised finishing touches with decorative scallops, braids, pulls, poles and eyelets to co-ordinate with your interior design scheme. Contour Blinds roller blind selection are individually manufactured to your unique specification! Vertical blinds are a practical, classic solution appropriate for all rooms. Privacy can be achieved whilst still allowing full light control, during the day and at night. Now available in many on- trend colours and patterns, inspirational new designs are the modern alternatives to the traditional whites and creams. Linear floral, geometric and retro patterns make a contemporary statement, while the use of taffeta silk or suede-like fabrics offer a subtle, luxurious effect. In addition, an extensive range of colours in plains and black-out fabrics as well as jacquards and sheers all serve to offer a great range, creating a sharp modern twist whilst still maintaining the versatility and functionality of a tried and tested product. A wand control can remove the need for cords or chains making them safe and perfectly suited for a home with young children To make it even easier to operate your blinds, opt for a motorised control system. You can open and close your blinds with the touch of a button. Motorised is perfect for skylights and other hard to reach windows in your home or office. If you’re keen to add character and warmth to your rooms wooden venetians are a timeless and elegant solution. Wood is a natural insulator, so wooden blinds help to keep out the cold in winter and shade your room in the summer. Options of slat size, colour and finish as well as the further option of woven tapes ensure that you can express your own interior style. A simple yet elegant alternative to blinds are shutters. From café style which covers the lower half of your window to full height, they can work on any window but gives a real wow factor and dramatic finish to any home! Contour also offer panel blinds, pleated, woodweave and many more. If you’re looking for inspiration to brighten up your home or want see more of their ranges, why not visit one of their two showrooms in Benton and Whitley Bay? Their experts will be on hand to discuss your requirements and help you make the right choice. For added peace of mind, Contour are Certified members of the British Blinds and Shutters association. They are fully committed to help eliminate the risk associated with hazardous looped operating cords, chains and tapes used on window blinds. All blinds come with a child safety warning tag attached which explains the risks of blind cord, chain and tape and the precautions which can be put into action. With a free home visit, and free measuring and fitting, why not contact them today. Whitley Bay: 33 Claremont Crescent, Whitley Lodge, Whitley Bay, NE26 3HL. Tel. 0191 251 3757 Benton: Unit 6A, North Tyne Industrial estate, Whitley Road, Benton, NE12 9SZ. Tel. 0191 261 5915 www.contourblinds.com 25
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PECAN PIE Golden pastry, a nutty filling that has a passing resemblance to crunchy autumn leaves, and those moreish caramel-toffee flavours make pecan pie a go-to autumn dessert.
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For the pastry
For the pastry
225g plain flour 100g unsalted butter Pinch of salt
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3 medium eggs 100g granulated sugar 100g packed dark brown sugar 160g maple syrup 45g melted unsalted butter 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 1 teaspoon fine sea salt 225g roasted hazelnuts, with skins rubbed off 125g pecan halves, roasted 70g pecans, ground
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Sift your flour and salt into a bowl. Cut the butter into cubes and add to the flour. Use your fingertips to rub the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles fine breadcrumbs. Gradually add 2-3 tbsp water and mix until it starts forming a firm dough. On a lightly floured surface, turn out the dough and give it a quick and light knead. Wrap in cling film and chill in the fridge for at least 15 minutes. The pastry can be left in the fridge for up to 2 days or frozen until ready to use. Just make sure it has plenty of time to defrost before use.
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Preheat the oven to 200°C/400°F/ Gas mark 6. Roll out the pastry on a lightly floured surface to about 3mm (1/8 inch) thick and 3cm (1 inch) larger than the pie dish. Chill the pastry in the fridge for 20 minutes, then remove and prick the bottom of the pastry with a fork before blind-baking it for 16-20 minutes, until the edges are golden. Remove from the oven and leave to cool. Meanwhile, whisk the eggs in a large bowl and add the granulated sugar, brown sugar, butter, vanilla and sea salt. Blend until smooth. Roughly chop half the hazelnuts and add these along with the pecans to the mixture. Pour this mixture into the quiche dish. Place the pie back in the oven for 30 minutes until the filling is cooked. It should have a little wobble in the centre when shaken. Serve with a dollop of whipped cream.
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lantsplus Garden Centre welcome you to the beginning of their festive period!
They can still help you to fill your gardens with colour all through the winter with their homegrown bedding packs, patio planters and hanging baskets, but you can’t ignore the fact that their Christmas Department has made an appearance for the second year. They’re saving the best bits until the end of November though, when fresh wreaths, swags and poinsettia arrive. They’ll also have fresh Christmas Trees, including their popular no-drop Nordmann Firs. We’re bringing even more Christmas spirit this year by welcoming two donkeys to Animal Corner with all donations going to the Scottish Borders Donkey Sanctuary. Our new Restaurant’s Winter menu will be released
later this month (think fresh, warming, homely food for those colder days), when you’ll also be able to view our pre-book Christmas menu. Available from 1st – 24th December, we’re offering a choice of 1, 2 or 3 festive courses starting from £11.95. We welcome all group sizes, just ask a member of staff at our tills for more information or visit our website. If you haven’t already, why not sign up for our FREE reward card? You’ll receive 5% back from your purchases every 2 months to spend in store, as well as receiving a free tea or filter coffee voucher that you can use in the restaurant. To celebrate the Restaurant’s opening, Plantsplus Garden Centre are giving ABC readers an exclusive introductory offer of Afternoon Tea for £10 (regular price £12). A selection of freshly made sweet treats and savoury bites served with tea or coffee. Pre-booking
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HOME IS WHERE THE HEART IS David Haswell, Managing Director of Bluebird Care in Newcastle, took the time to talk to Select Magazine to explain why many of their satisfied customers choose care in their own homes rather than a permanent move to residential care.
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Bluebird Care aims to deliver a specialist, individual care service that we would be happy for our family and our loved ones to receive.’
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t’s an unshakeable tenet of society both old and new that nothing is lodged deeper in the human heart than the sanctuary you find behind your own front door. It’s indisputable, unmistakeable, and it’s supposed to be untouchable. And yet for many, as health concerns begin to mount, that place of safety can begin to feel like it might very well begin to slip away. With many people facing one or more long term health conditions, the prospect of a move to residential care can cause untold worry and emotional distress. Luckily, as part of a much needed and overdue social care revolution, a solution may just be to hand, one that is tailored to individual care, right in the heart of your home.
Many in the UK are, however, either unaware or overwhelmed by the huge range of options available to those in need of specialist care, for younger and older people, their children and their families. It can often feel like you’re making your way through a minefield, and issues are not limited to older people. They can include dementia, Alzheimer’s and Multiple Sclerosis amongst others. Luckily for those in need of help, bespoke care options have become much more widely available, with many Home Care companies offering specialist services at affordable rates, which allow their customers to stay in control and in the homes and communities they value and depend upon. The United Kingdom Homecare Association (UKHCA) is the national professional body who promote the highest standards of care offered by homecare providers and can offer to help find agencies and organisations that can meet specialist care needs at home. One locally based care company, who are full members of UKHCA, Bluebird Care in Newcastle, took the time to talk to Select Magazine in an effort to raise awareness of the many options available and to explain why many of their satisfied customers choose care in their own homes rather than a permanent move to residential care. David Haswell of Bluebird Care said, ‘From the first day we opened our business, our customers have been at the heart of everything we do.’ He went on, ‘we have revolutionised the way that high quality, bespoke care is delivered in Newcastle, not only to those with specialist needs, but also to their families. Bluebird Care aims to deliver a specialist, individual care service that we would be happy for our family and our loved ones to receive.’ Indeed, to reinforce the point, Age UK stated in its ‘Briefing on the Health and Care of Older People (2017)’ that only 15% of people of their 80s and 6.5% of people in their 90s are not living with a long-term health condition. Age UK continues, that most people aged 60-84 are living with more than one long term health condition. Continued on next page... 37
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Despite these figures, Age UK goes on to state that spending on older people’s social care fell ‘steeply to £7.75 billion pounds in 2013.’ Whilst spending on older peoples’ care has seen a small increase since then, the contentious issue was thrown into sharp focus during the 2017 General Election, when social care reform shot straight to the top of political agenda. Bluebird Care, Newcastle, is passionate about offering a homecare service which will significantly improve the lives of those in need of care at home. By providing a tailored, individual care service, Bluebird Care allows the customer to remain in control. This can include being surrounded by the things that matter most to them like personal belongings and family pets, but without sacrificing the care they need. In addition, as far as possible, Bluebird will keep staff changes to a minimum to maintain familiarity. In the light of a much-needed social care revolution, Bluebird will also ensure that every part of the service they deliver is driven by the customer. Finally, an unmistakeable benefit of a reliable, friendly and efficient homecare service, is the alleviation one of the most troubling aspects of our modern society – that of loneliness. Older people can often go weeks or even months without seeing anyone, and with their much needed ‘Loneliness Campaign’, Bluebird is determined to combat the debilitating effects of isolation by continuing to improve its service to all customers.
To arrange a visit to the Bluebird Care office, or an appointment in the comfort of your own home to discuss your needs, email newcastle@bluebirdcare.co.uk or call on 0191 3410190.
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WOOL OR MAN-MADE? WHICH IS THE BEST CARPET FOR YOU?
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ichael Metcalf Carpets pride themselves on being honest and transparent. With decades of experience within the carpet trade they are able to offer the most reliable advice to accompany their first class service. One of the most frequent questions they are asked by their customers is “which is best, a traditional wool carpet or one manufactured from man-made fibre?” Here is their explanation...
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WOOL
Wool is without question the best material for the manufacturing of carpets. It is natural, sustainable, has superb insulating properties, dyes easily, and keeps its appearance wonderfully. For many years it has been recognised that the inclusion of a small proportion of nylon into the wool yarn prior to the manufacturing process gives the wool a stronger property. For this reason it has become standard practice to create the finest carpets with a blend of eighty percent wool and twenty percent nylon, commonly referred to as an 80/20 mix. Quality carpets are generally graded in terms of weight. We find carpets described as 40 ounce, 50 ounce, 60 ounce and so on. This is a description or a general indication of the amount of wool/nylon content in weight per square yard. However, sometimes a 50 oz carpet may be more durable than a 60 oz from a different manufacturer. The reason for this is because the 60 oz may have a longer pile than the 50 oz and therefore more weight, while the 50 oz could have a shorter pile length but may be of a much tighter construction than the 60 oz. We advise our customers to look for and feel for a density in carpets rather than simply relying on weight descriptions. Therefore, we believe it is the density of the pile, or the amount of tufts per square inch (to use an old imperial term) that will deter the breaking or distortion of carpet pile, and help retain the appearance of your new quality carpet. We can supply all of the major reputable and established carpet brands, most of which we have on display in our Morpeth showroom.
POLYPROPELENE
Polypropelene is the next best ideal product for carpet manufacturing, and has in fact several distinct advantages over wool, the first of which is the fact that an equivalent carpet of this construction will be around half of the price as a wool one. The other fantastic quality of polypropelene is that it can be cleaned usually very successfully if and when it is subject to soiling or spillage. Therefore many families with small children and pets prefer this material because certain stains cannot be cleaned so easily from a wool carpet. Interestingly, in recent decades in the UK it has become common practice in many homes to remove ones shoes before walking onto carpets, which is probably the most single factor that we can advise toward prolonging the appearance of your new carpet. Outdoor shoes will carry grit as well as dust and water from outside, so making it a practice to take off your shoes when coming through the front door is a great idea. The cleanability of polypropylene carpets is not a new thing, though at first this fibre was tough and hard to the touch. Then in 2015 the carpet manufacturer Whitestone Weavers introduced the Invictus range of carpet. It was so soft to the touch that it took the industry by storm, and during the next two years or so commanded a great deal of the UK residential carpet market. So successful was this, that long established carpet manufactures scrambled to copy this product, employing laboratory plastics experts to try and find out how a polypropylene fibre could possibly be manufactured in such a soft and silk like format. This really was a great step in carpet manufacturing. Now only a few years on there are several brands available with similar super soft carpet pile. This carpet feels amazing if you walk bare foot in your home and is the number one choice for bedrooms in particular, though is also suitable for sitting rooms and hall stairs and landings. Please come and browse our showroom at your leisure.
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GIVE SOMEONE POWER OF ATTORNEY …BEFORE IT'S TOO LATE Lasting Powers of Attorney are invaluable documents as part of the overall planning of your estate as managing your financial affairs can become more difficult as you get older. If a person is unable to manage their affairs due to mental incapacity and they have not made a valid Enduring or Lasting Power of Attorney, their assets will be frozen as no one (including their spouse and children) has the authority to deal with them. At this point someone will need to apply to the Court of Protection to be appointed as the person’s Deputy. The Court will then authorize the Deputy to deal with the person’s affairs in a certain manner. This is a very time consuming (around 6 months) and expensive (in the region of £1,750) process. This situation can be simply avoided through the making of a Lasting Power of Attorney. By making a Lasting Power of Attorney you can decide whom you would like to manage your affairs in the event that you are unable to do so either due to physical or mental incapacity. There are two types of Lasting Power of Attorney that can be made, one dealing with your property and financial affairs and the other dealing with your personal welfare.
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SAYING THANK YOU TO WOMEN OF THE WAR
2018 marks 100 years since the end of the First World War and to commemorate this historic year, The Royal British Legion is leading the nation in saying Thank You to the First World War generation who served, sacrificed and changed our world.
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hilst most of the soldiers on the frontline were men, The Royal British Legion has produced a very special brooch to say Thank You for the massive contribution made by women in the war, and to those women who continue to be such an integral part of the Armed Forces family today.
Women not only played a huge role in directly helping the war effort, from being nurses in field hospitals to working in dangerous munitions factories, but the war also helped change women’s place in society and demonstrated that they were the physical and intellectual equal of men. Edwardian women were expected to be mothers, carers and homemakers. But with men leaving to fight in the war, women had to take on the jobs of those who were serving. From 1914, millions took on jobs traditionally held More than 1.5 million women flooded into these industries and others to replace men away at the front. In 1914 just over 2 million worked in factories and by the end of the war it was nearly 3 million. For the first time, large numbers of women worked in the civil service, business, banks, shops, transport and farming. Many women who had been
in solitary occupations prior to the war, such as domestic service, revelled in the “sisterhood” of larger groups. Although when the war was over many women were forced to quit industrial jobs to make way for returning men, their role in the war had fundamentally changed how society regarded them and in 1918 around 8.5 million women first got the vote, following the actions of the suffragette movement. The Women of the War brooch is a stunning piece of jewellery. Plated with a gold tone and hand finished with brilliant baguette crystals, the poppy brooches are dedicated to the memory of the courageous women who served and lost their lives as a direct result of the First World War, whose names are recognised by CWGC as women serving in the auxiliary units during the First World War. Each brooch comes with a certificate commemorating the life of one of these brave women and also acts as a way of saying thank you to all the women, who often have untold stories, who ultimately went on to change society and women’s place within it. With all profits raised from the sale of the brooches going directly to the Legion and their important work, they also help support the British Armed Forces family today. The Women of the First World War brooch is available from The Royal British Legion’s official online shop www.poppyshop.org.uk for £29.99
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