Velvet Magazine January 2017

Take Me I’m Free 

Jan 2017 

over 

local products, 

eats, events and people 

Relaxation 

Retreat 

Be Our Valentine 

fresh 

start 

Make It Your Year 

Interior Trends 2017 

January 

Blues 

Fresh 

Forest 

Green 

New Year Nutrition 

Eat Seasonably 

Fashion 

Forecast 

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from the 

editor 

My month 

in pictures 

Welcome to our January issue. Firstly, from all of us at Velvet, 

we would like to wish you a happy New Year! Thank you to 

everyone who we worked with throughout 2016 and we look 

forward to what 2017 has in store for us all. 

January welcomes heaps of New Year’s resolutions; most of 

which are focused around getting fit and banishing those extra 

Christmas pounds. We’ve got some great advice from local 

fitness professionals in our health section starting on page 51. 

I’ve signed up for a few 10k races and raided the Sweaty Betty 

January sale to keep me motivated. 

We’ve given you a quick rundown on some of the forecasted 

fashion trends for 2017 on page 36 and we’ll be expanding 

on these throughout the year. If you’re looking to get fashion 

forward in those January sales, S/S 2017 is set to be all about 

ruffles, prints, fuchsia pink, tulle, asymmetric hems and mini 

bags. Beauty products are also booming at the start of the 

New Year, with launches from the likes of Paul Mitchell, 

bareMinerals, Guerlain, Kiehl’s, Clarins, Elemis and more on 

page 42, and we’ve even got a step by step look from Estée 

Lauder from Joseph’s S/S show. 

Recently got engaged, or perhaps he’s waiting for Valentine’s 

Day? Next month is our exclusive wedding edition where we’ll 

be covering everything from local venues and bridal boutiques 

to colour schemes, top trends, flowers and more, so keep your 

eyes peeled. Happy reading! 

Sammi x 

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NOTHING TO PAY UNTIL FEBRUARY

Featuring in this 

month’s velvet 

Contents 

Relaxation Retreat p45 

Lucy Cronin 

“Working out with someone 

else is a great way to stay 

motivated and ensure you’re 

consistent with your training.” 

Fashion Handbook p36 

Amy Drummond 

“If you haven't already got 

a set skincare routine, then 

now is the perfect time to 

start!” 

Check our website for more information 

from Velvet Magazine and our advertisers. 

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Editor Sammi Nice 

Editorial Gemma Treby, Georgia 

Watson, Pete Townshend, Rachel 

Cracknell, Elyssa Fagan, Ashleigh Kerr, 

Josh Tait, Emily Gooderham 

Design & Layout John Treby, Adam 

Blythe, Rachael Savory, Elliot Littlefield, 

Steve Parr, Eugene Hector, Matt 

Cockerton, James Willcox 

Advertising & Sales Becca Plaxton 

Special Thanks to Marion Treby 

Printed in the UK by The Magazine Print 

Company PLC. www.magprint.co.uk 

Cover image courtesy of Littlewoods 

Food, Drink & Entertainment 

12. New Year Nutrition 

The latest must-have nutrition reads 

13. Hungry for Veggie 

Food trends for 2017 

16. Bringing Bengal to Burwell 

We review The Bengal Fox in Burwell 

20. Be Our Valentine 

A round up of local ideas for your 

loved one 

Health, Fashion & Beauty 

39. Ruffles to Rule 

Invest in ruffles this season 

41. Capsule Collection 

Shop for a capsule wardrobe 

42. Fresh Faced 

Get the look with Estée Lauder 

43. New Year, New Beauty 

The latest beauty launches 

51. Fashion First 

Invest in some funky new gym gear 

55. Virtually Possible 

Get fit anytime with Les Mills 

Virtual 

56. Make It Your Year 

Revolution Fitness tell us how 

Nest 

67. Fresh Forest Green 

Incorporate this colour into your 

home 

68. Interior Trends 2017 

Forecasted trends for the 

year ahead 

71. Inspired Interiors 

Lesley Gillam gives you a 

helping hand 

motoring 

76. The Future of Motoring 

New models for the New Year 


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Velvet’s monthly views and reviews on all things edible, palatable and enjoyable 

Waitrose Recipe of the Month p15 

Be Our Valentine p21 

Stem & Glory p13

Kitchen Pin 

by Sammi Nice 

Our 

KitchenArticle 

1. The Louise Parker 

Method: Lean for Life: 

The Cookbook 

With over 120 fuss-free recipes, 

Louise Parker tells you how to adopt a 

new eating plan which is maintainable. 

Eating clean doesn’t have to be boring 

and this book certainly shows you that. 

Released: December 2016 

2. Deliciously Ella With 

Friends: Healthy recipes 

to love, share and enjoy 

together 

Following the success of her first 

book, Deliciously Ella is back with a 

second, focused entirely upon simple 

dishes which are made for sharing and 

enjoying with others. From cosy nights 

in to show-stopping feasts, there’s 

even a selection of mocktails! 

Release date: 26th January 2017 

3. Davina’s Sugar-Free in 

a Hurry: The Smart Way to 

Eat Less Sugar and Feel 

Fantastic 

Davina McCall is also back with 

another heath-conscious cookbook 

which helps you to beat sugar, lose 

weight and feel great. It’s jam-packed 

with sugar-free recipes 

which are suitable for 

those short on time. 

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Velvet Magazine | January 2017

Kitchen Pin 

hungry for veggie 

Amy Heaslip, Research Manager at Good Sense Research, 

gives us a quick insight into forecasted food trends for 2017 

2017 is here and now that Christmas has 

been and gone for another 12 months, 

you’re probably feeling like you owe your 

body some time to detox after the ultimate 

festive overindulgence that we all enjoy so 

much. This time of year is well known for an 

increase in dieting, gym memberships and 

eating regimes with fruit, veg, raw produce 

and super foods. But the reality is that 

clean eating is becoming more and more 

cemented into our everyday lives. With 

this consumer change, we’re starting to 

see a movement on the food scene that is 

bringing vegetables to centre stage. 

You’ve all heard of Pret A Manger... 

Well, you can now visit Veggie Pret, opened 

in late 2016 on Broadwick Street, London 

with a view to being a month’s pop-up, 

but later confirmed ‘here to stay’ given its 

overwhelming success. From foodservice 

to retail, we’ve also seen the likes of Tesco 

launching their prepared vegetables BBQ 

range in a bid to respond to the growing 

demand. With this in mind, watch out 

for evolving menus in restaurants this 

year, not only from the point of view of 

vegetarian dishes, but also in terms of menu 

segmentation. So go on, welcome your 

greens with open arms and enjoy what 2017 

has to bring! 

Stem + Glory 

Situated alongside CAMYOGA’s 

brand new Cambridge-based studios, 

Stem + Glory is a bustling vegan café 

serving delicious plant-based foods 

which are ideal for eating in or taking 

away. It’s open 7 days a week from 

8:30am, meaning there really is no 

excuse to fall off the healthy eating 

wagon this year! From high protein 

power plates, quinoa patties and raw 

slaw to granola bars, energy balls and 

other sweet delights, we know where 

we’ll be heading for guilt-free treats 

this year! 

121 Chesterton Road, 

Cambridge, CB4 3AT 

Tel: 01223 847930 

www.stemandglory.uk 

Eat Seasonably 

From leafy greens to citrus fruits, see which 

Good Sense Research 

Unit 10a Brunel Business Court, Eastern 

Way, Bury St Edmunds, IP32 7AJ 

Tel: 01284 705787 

www.goodsense-research.com 

fruits and vegetables are in season for January 

Kale is at its best this time of the year, so be sure to make the most of 

this nutritious leafy green. This superfood is best boiled, but it’s also 

great for mixing into your juice or smoothie. It’s a fantastic source of 

Vitamin A and C, as well as being high in fibre and bursting with other 

health benefits. Be sure to make the most of sprouts too as these will 

remain in season until early March. Watch out for purple sprouting 

broccoli which will come into season next month... but be quick as it’s 

not around for long! Citrus fruits like oranges, lemons and grapefruit 

are also popular in January. They too are high in fibre and Vitamin C. 

Dates are also at their best and make a wise choice for those with a 

sweet tooth who are seeking a mid-morning snack! 


AUTHENTIC 

MEXICAN 

ESTABLISHED 

2005 

Lunchtime Mexican & Traditional Menu 

Tuesday-Saturday 12-2pm 

Mexican Restaurant 

Tuesday-Saturday 6.30-9pm 

Loyalty card available in the restaurant 

Fresh Seafood Specials | Six Real Ales 

Great Range of Tequilas | Party Bookings 

Thursday Lunchtime 2 course special 

Great British Roast & Dessert 

ONLY £8 for 2 courses! 

(Follow us on Facebook for weekly details 

/thefox.burwell) 

The Fox Burwell 

01638 741267 

2 North Street, Burwell, Cambs CB25 OBA 

www.thefoxburwell.co.uk 

10 Miles from Cambridge 

3 Miles from Newmarket 

Booking is advisable

Our 

This month’s recipe courtesy of Waitrose 

For a quick raita, stir together 

Ingredients: 

• 250g pouch Tilda Brown 

Basmati & Quinoa 

• 1 small ripe mango, diced 

• 1 ripe baby avocado, diced 

• 20g shelled pistachios 

• 60g pomegranate seeds 

• 4 salad onions, thinly sliced 

• 1 tsp toasted sesame oil 

• 2 tbsp white balsamic vinegar 

Waitrose Greek Natural Fat Free Yogurt, 

grated cucumber and torn mint. 

Mixed Grain & Avocado 

Salad with Mango & 

Pomegranate 

1. Heat the grain pouch according to 

the pack instructions. 

2. Mix the mango, avocado, 

pistachios, pomegranate seeds and 

salad onions together and stir into 

the rice mix. 

Serves 2 

Prep 5 mins 

Cook 2 mins 

3. Whisk together the oil and vinegar 

and toss into the salad. Serve in a 

large bowl, with raita on the side, if 

you wish.

Food 

Written by Pete Townshend 

Since its opening in 2014, the Bengal Fox in Burwell has established itself as a firm local 

favourite for the very best Tandoori Indian cuisine and fine wines, all served in modern and 

comfortable surroundings 

The restaurant is constantly looking to 

build on its outstanding reputation and has 

recently welcomed new chef, Foysol Miah 

to its team. “We pride ourselves on serving 

authentic Indian food that is full of flavour, 

but low in fat, low in salt and contains zero 

colours,” says owner, Bob Taylor. “That’s 

why we are extremely happy to welcome 

Foysol to the team. His skill in creating 

dishes that are powerful on the tastebuds, 

but gentle on the waistline, is fantastic 

and we can’t wait for our customers to 

experience it!” he continues. 

This focus on only using the healthiest 

recipes is complemented by the use of 

only the freshest ingredients. “Where 

possible, we’ll only ever use the freshest, 

most local produce. This not only ensures 

that we achieve the best possible flavour, 

but also that we support our local 

community,” explains Bob. 

After hearing all about it, we couldn’t wait 

to taste it, and we were certainly in for a 

treat! Foysol had prepared a selection of 

dishes so that we could really get an idea of 

the range that is on offer. 

We began with the Mixed Starter, which 

consisted of lamb cutlet, ponir tikka, onion 

bhaji and chicken tikka, and is perfect for 

sharing. 

The ponir tikka was delicately cooked to 

ensure that it retained all of its flavour 

and resulted in a beautifully soft and light 

texture. This lightness continued with the 

onion bhaji, but the crispy texture couldn’t 

have been more different. Cooked with 

minimal oil, the bhajis were delicate and 

flavoursome, with none of the grease that 

can often be commonplace in a dish of 

this type. Moving on to the meat, the lamb 

cutlet and chicken tikka were moist and 

tender; spiced to perfection, they made a 

fantastic introduction to our main courses. 

We were served four different main 

courses: Ghar Ka Ghoust, Goan Chilli 

Chicken, Mixed Grill and Thali. Ghar Ka 

Ghoust is slow-cooked lamb shank served 

in a spiced sauce and accompanied by rice. 

The meat was wonderfully tender and fell 

off the bone into the thick, rich sauce, 

which offered really interesting aniseed 

flavours. 

Next, we tried the Mixed Grill which 

saw the welcome return of the abovementioned 

lamb cutlet and chicken tikka. 

The dish also included duck tikka which I’d 

never tried before, but I’d certainly have 

again! The meat was perfectly cooked and 

worked really well with the tikka marinade. 

The final element of this main was the 

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Food 

To experience these fantastic flavours for yourself, 

the Bengal Fox is open from 5:30pm to 10pm, six 

days a week. (They close on Tuesdays). 

Alternatively, you can order takeaway - free delivery 

is available and there is 20% off collected orders! 

Head over there today for a healthier taste of India. 

lamb sheekh kebab, which was full of flavour, tender and, being 

grilled, didn’t arrive dripping with oil. 

On to the Goan Chilli Chicken, which is chunks of chicken 

cooked with peppers, onion, dry red chillies and a touch of 

yoghurt. The peppers gave this dish a lively, fresh flavour and the 

chillies packed enough of a punch to excite the taste buds, but 

did not overpower. A great contrast to the 

“We pride 

ourselves 

on serving 

authentic 

Indian food 

that is full 

of flavour.” 

spicy richness that we had enjoyed so far. 

Finally, we were served the Thali, which 

consisted of small taster portions of lamb 

bhuna, vegetable danzak, tikka masala, 

bombay aloo, and mushroom bhaji, all 

served with naan and a side of raita. 

This traditional Indian dish is a fantastic 

option whether you’re new to Indian 

cuisine, like a bit of variety, or are just 

plain indecisive! The variety of flavours 

and textures all come together to form 

a tantalising overall meal, and with a big choice of different 

elements, there really is something for everyone. 

The dish is served from Sunday to Thursday, but don’t miss out 

on Thali Wednesdays, where you can enjoy this amazing dish 

for just £12! 

Bengal Fox 

2 North Street, Burwell, 

CB25 0BA. Tel: 01638 605559 

www.bengalfox.co.uk 


Make Mine 

a Mocktail 

January is here and for many of 

us this means a month away from 

alcohol in a bid to partake in 

‘Dry January’. Ash Briggs, top 

mixologist and bar manager at 

The Northgate, Bury St Edmunds 

has given us four show-stopping 

mocktails... 

Spiced 

Nutella Latte 

Served cold. Cassia, marshmallow, vanilla, 

espresso, coconut and Nutella milk. 

Prepare homemade cassia bark/ 

marshmallow /vanilla pod syrup by bringing 

to a simmer. Allow to cool, add to shaker 

with double espresso and add your 

homemade coconut Nutella milk using 

fresh coconut. 

Abbey Garden Party 

Nettle, rosehip, raspberry shrub, kewra 

water. Forage nettles, add to pan with 

rosehip, sugar and raspberry vinegar. Allow 

to cool. Strain through chinois then top 

with kewra water over crushed ice. 

Chestnut 

Fizzy Pop 

Chamomile 

Cobber 

Cucumber, watermelon, lime, mint, 

elderflower, chamomile, lightly 

carbonated. 

Muddle/juice fresh, add tea and lightly 

carbonate. Serve over crushed ice. 

Carbonated chestnut with vanilla. Boil 

and remove skins on chestnuts and 

soak in sugar and water with vanilla pods. 

Bring to simmer and stir. Allow to cool, 

add water and lightly carbonate. 

The Northgate 

Northgate Street 

Bury St Edmunds, IP33 1HP 

Tel: 01284 339604 

www.thenorthgate.com 


Valentine’s Day 

The Northgate 

The Chequers Inn 

The Packhorse Inn 

The Packhorse Inn in Moulton have it all covered this year, 

with a 5 course Valentines tasting menu in their award-winning 

restaurant. Treat the one you love this year to a truly special 

Valentines with award-winning food and perhaps a stay over in 

one of their luxurious 5* rooms. 

Be Our 

Valentine 


Bridge Street, Moulton, CB8 8SP 

Tel: 01638 751818. www.thepackhorseinn.com 

From dinners and overnight stays to spa days and floral 

bouquets, we’ve rounded up a few ideas of local places to 

The Northgate 

Having recently opened at the end of last year, The Northgate 

will be a popular choice this Valentine’s Day. They’re offering a 

tasting menu which will begin with bubbles and canapés and then 

meander through a set of courses which will all stimulate the 

senses. There’s also the choice to stay in one of their stunning 

bedrooms too. We’d definitely recommend popping in to their 

cocktail bar to try something sensory or two… 

The Northgate 

Northgate Street, Bury St Edmunds, IP33 1HP 

Tel: 01284 339604 

www.thenorthgate.com 

bedford lodge hotel & spa 

From spa days to fine dining and nights away, Bedford Lodge 

Hotel & Spa have an abundance of offerings this year. Why not 

book a bespoke spa day for the two of you and enjoy a massage 

in their designated couple’s treatment suite. Alternatively, how 

about dinner for two or a night in one of their stylish boutique 

rooms? 

Bedford Lodge Hotel & Spa 

Bury Road, Newmarket, CB8 7BX 

Tel: 01638 676130 

www.bedfordlodgehotelspa.co.uk 

treat your loved one this Valentine’s Day 

The chequers Inn 

From Stiffkey pigeon breast with celeriac purée to roasted local 

duck breast, Holkham Estate beef, black bream, iced granola 

parfait and chocolate and orange marquise, here’s another 

enviable menu of delicious delights. Book to stay and indulge 

in breakfast too. Guests will also receive Champagne and 

homemade chocolate truffles. 

The Chequers Inn 

High Street, Thornham, PE36 6LY 

Tel: 01485 512229 

www.chequersinnthornham.com 

Quy Mill 

Imagine Spa at Cambridge’s Quy Mill also have a range of 

different spa packages on offer. Tailor your day to how you would 

like and choose from their extensive range of treatments. You 

could perhaps book a table in their 2AA Rosette, Mill House 

Restaurant or stay the night in one of their deluxe rooms. 

Quy Mill 

Church Rd, Stow cum Quy, Cambridge, CB25 9AF 

Tel: 01223 293383 

www.cambridgequymill.co.uk 

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Valentine’s Day 

Tuddenham Mill 

Tudor Rose Florists 

Bedford Lodge Hotel & Spa 


Tuddenham mill 

For a true dining experience look no further. Lee Bye and his 

talented team have prepared a show-stopping Valentine’s menu 

with traditional ingredients and contemporary flavours. From 

beef blade and Orkney scallops to glazed Brezain cheese to 

start, Breckland lamb, Lavenham steak, lobster and Worlington 

duck eggs for main and 85% chocolate torte, apple strudel and 

whole baked St. Jude’s cheese to finish. Why not make a night of 

it and book to stay in one of their fancy Lofts or new Nooks? 

Tuddenham Mill 

High Street, Tuddenham, IP28 6SQ 

Tel: 01638 713552 

www.tuddenhammill.co.uk 

Scudamores Valentine’s Punting 

Why not opt for a unique punting experience on a private tour 

to celebrate Valentine’s Day this year? The romantic trip will 

take you and your loved one along the beautiful College Backs, 

wrapped in blankets and with accompanying hot water bottles. 

Your loved one will also get a traditional long-stemmed red rose. 

For those leaving after dusk, tours are lit by the soft glow of 

Chinese lanterns. 

Scudamores 

32a Bridge Street, Cambridge, CB2 1UJ 

Tel: 01223 359750 

www.scudamores.com 

Ickworth Park 

If you’re not looking for anything too fancy, why not take a stroll 

through the picturesque grounds of Ickworth Park, perhaps 

stopping for lunch or light snack in their conservatory? 

Ickworth Park 

Horringer, Bury St Edmunds, IP29 5QE 

Tel: 01284 735350 

www.ickworthhotel.co.uk 


Nothing says romance quite like a bunch of red roses or a luxury 

bouquet. Tudor Rose Florists are renowned for being one of the 

UK’s leading florists and owner, Daniel Preston and his team are 

happy to provide breathtaking pieces which are bound to earn 

you a few brownie points! 


1A Hatter St, Bury St Edmunds, IP33 1LZ 

Tel: 01284 760688 

www.tudorroseflorist.co.uk 


Local Events 

What’s On 

Sixteen things to do in and around Suffolk and Cambridgeshire this month 

Winetasting Experience 

Take Up Running 

Enjoy a Night of Comedy 

January Speciality 

Walk 

Jelly Jam Kids Music 

Sessions 

Enjoy a Night of 

Comedy 

Take a Guided Ghostly 

and Macabre Walk 

Chase away those January 

blues with a tingling winter 

walk, followed by a yummy hot 

chocolate! Meet at the Porter's 

Lodge. 

4th January 

Ickworth House, Horringer, Bury 

St Edmunds, IP29 5QE 

11:00 - 13:00 

FREE 

Jelly Jam music sessions are 

run by a real music teacher, 

with real instruments and real 

fun! First session free. 

8th, 15th, 22nd & 29th January 

Snap4Kids, Chapel Street, 

Chesterton, Cambridge, 

CB4 1DY 

From 09:00 

£4.50 

Larry Dean headlines. Also 

featured are Luke Graves and 

Josh Pugh. MC Laura Lexx. 


Comberton Sports and Arts, 

West Street, Comberton, 

Cambridge, CB2 7DU 

20:15 - 23:00 

£10 or £8 in advance 

Hear about the ghostly 

apparitions, spectres and 

monks which haunt the spooky 

corners of Bury St Edmunds. 

Not recommended for children 

under 14. Meet outside Marks 

& Spencer, Buttermarket. 

13th & 27th January 

Bury St Edmunds 

18:30 

£5 

Madingley Hall 

Wedding Fair 

See some of the best bridal 

gowns, enjoy the catwalk 

fashion shows and meet leading 

inspirational exhibitors at this 

annual event. 


Madingley Hall, Madingley, 

Cambridge, CB22 8AQ 

11:00 - 15:30 

FREE 

Take up Running 

A qualified leader in Running 

Fitness will show you how 

to start running, or how to 

improve your running. Meet at 

the Stable Block Entrance at 

09:15. 

12th, 19th & 26th January 

Wimpole Estate, Arrington, 

SG8 0BW 

09:30 - 10:30 

FREE 

Whittlesea Straw Bear 

Festival 

Find out about the tradition 

of burning a straw bear at this 

weekend of music, colour, 

humour and dancing. 

10th December 

13th - 15th January 

Various venues in Whittlesea, 

plus free street events 

Prices for ticketed events 

from £10 

Winetasting 

Experience Day 

You'll taste 15 wines, and 

leave with a World of Wine 

notebook, and your own tasting 

notebook. 3 course lunch 

included. 


St John's Chop House, 

21-24 Northampton Street, 

Cambridge, CB3 0AD 

10:00 - 16:00 

£79 


Local Events 

January Speciality Walk 

Madingley Hall Wedding Fair 

The Transports 

From The Jam 

Burns Night 

Anna Karenina 

Go to a Musical! 

Follow orphan Annie's attempt 

to find her real parents, told 

through unforgettable songs 

and music. 

18th - 21st January 

Cambridge Arts Theatre, 6 St 

Edward's Passage, Cambridge, 

CB2 3PJ 

Evening performances 19:30 

£18 - £33 

From The Jam 

On The 'As and Bs' tour, Bruce 

Foxton features classic The 

Jam hits in 'live' performances 

with the same energy that 

sealed the band's original 

reputation. 


The Apex, Charter Square, Bury 

St Edmunds, IP33 3FD 

20:00 

£22:50 

Burns Night Charity 

Ceilidh 

With a licensed bar, live music 

and caller, Alison Giles, to 

guide you through the dances. 

In aid of the mental health 

charity, Mind. 

21st January 

Arm Atrium, Fulbourn Road, 

Cambridge, CB1 9NJ 

19:30 - 22:30 

Entry by donation 

It's Not Too Late for a 

Pantomime 

Enjoy the feel-good story 

of how Cinderella's dreams 

come true in this toe-tapping, 

show-stopping pantomime, 

presented by ShareCentre 

Stage. 

21st - 28th January 

Haverhill Arts Centre, High 

Street, Haverhill, CB9 8AR 

From £9 

The Newmarket 

Wedding Show 

Bringing together suppliers 

from around the local area, the 

show features 130 exhibitors, 

who will inspire you with their 

ideas. With goodie bags too. 

22nd January 

Millennium Grandstand, Rowley 

Mile Racecourse, Newmarket, 

CB8 0TF 

11:00 - 16:00 

FREE 

The Transports 

This show about a family 

exiled to Australia, reminds 

us that mass migration is not 

just an issue of today. With 

folk musicians The Young’uns, 

Faustus, Nancy Kerr and 

members of Bellowhead. 


Cambridge Junction 1, Clifton 

Way, Cambridge, CB1 7JX 

Doors open 19:00 

£22.50 

Anna Karenina 

Support local theatre group, 

Bury Theatre Workshop as 

they stage the story of Tolstoy's 

tragic heroine and her search 

for happiness with dashing 

Count Alexei Vronsky. 

24th - 28th January 

Theatre Royal, Westgate Street, 

Bury St Edmunds, IP33 1QR 

Matinee, 14:30 Evening, 19:30 

From £8 

An Evening of Wonder 

Enjoy refreshments in the 

Great Hall, view Moyse's Hall 

'Magic: The Entertainment of 

Deception' Exhibition, and see 

magic circle member Marco 

Pusteria perform some of his 

most intriguing tricks. 


Moyse's Hall Museum, Cornhill, 

Bury St Edmunds, IP33 1XD 

19:00 

£10 


Entertainment 

look out 

Article by Josh Tait 

Keep your eyes peeled for our line up of must-see films, 

up-and-coming musicians and the next big thing... 

Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 

Release Date: April 2017 

Stars: Karen Gillan, Chris Pratt, Zoe Saldana 

The first Guardians of the Galaxy was a surprise hit for the Marvel 

Cinematic Universe, and despite featuring a team without any big 

names it charmed cinemagoers with its easy going sense of humour 

and diverse soundtrack. Volume 2, to the delight of many promises 

more of the same with director James Gunn back at the helm, 

although unlike the largely self contained first film, may begin to 

foster greater links with the wider Marvel Universe. Perhaps it’s a 

bit early to expect a starring role for Tony Stark, but with a cast as 

fun and engaging as the likes of Star Lord, Rocket and friends, few 

will complain. 

Bridget Jones’ Baby 

Release Date: 30th January 

Stars: Renée Zellweger, Gemma Jones, Jim Broadbent 

It has been long enough since the success of Bridget Jones’ Diary, 

and its sequel Bridget Jones: The Edge of Reason, for its winning 

formula to appear dated. Original director Sharon Maguire is kept 

at the helm, and Colin Firth and Renee Zelwegger both reprise 

their roles as Bridget and Mark Darcy, but this third outing for the 

starcrossed lovers is too warm, genuine and funny to ever be a drag. 

Yes, it is a little predictable, and the plot – involving a pregnancy for 

Bridget, and a love triangle between her and potential fathers 

Darcy and American entrepreneur Jack Qwant – sometimes 

stretches the realms of plausibility, but for all but the most cold 

hearted this is a likeable, unsurprising entry into one of Britain’s best 

loved film series. 

The Flaming Lips 

Oczy Mlody 

It is a bit of a stretch to 

expect any recording 

artist to still sound 

fresh and interesting 

on their 15th studio 

album in 20 years. 

If anyone can 

however, it’s oddball 

American rockers 

The Flaming Lips, 

who, a few brushes 

with the mainstream 

aside, have remained 

refreshingly off-piste 

for the duration of 

their decade-spanning 

career. Lead single The 

Castle is a beautifully 

understated piece of 

dream pop, harking 

back to arguably their 

most popular release 

– Yoshimi Battles 

The Pink Robots. It 

is great to see The 

Flaming Lips can still 

produce interesting, 

experimental 

music that remains 

accessible. 

Top Four 

Cinema 

Picks 

A Monster Calls 

1st January 

Manchester By The Sea 


Coming to a 

screen near 

you... 

Denial 


T2: Trainspotting 



Entertainment 

the stage 

Four Events 

Coming Up... 

Article by Marion Treby 

Plan your entertainment and read 

the latest reviews 

Cambridge Arts Theatre, 13th – 18th February, 

19:45 plus matinees. Tickets from £18.50. Tel: 

01223 503333. www.cambridgeartstheatre.com 

Gaslight 

Dark secrets lie at the heart of Patrick Hamilton’s 

‘superbly gripping psychological thriller’, set in 

1880. Obnoxious Jack Manningham (Rupert 

Young) torments his susceptible young wife Bella 

(Kara Tointon), convincing her she is going insane. 

Left alone every evening in their fog-bound 

London home with its inexplicably sinking gaslight 

and unexplained noises, Bella becomes more 

and more under her husband’s influence, until 

circumstances change with the arrival of Rough, 

an older detective (Keith Allen). Victorian morals 

are not what they seem! 

Paul Foot: ‘Tis Pity She’s a Piglet 

In his first new show in two years, Professor Ketchup and his camembert piglet 

join forces as he tackles the big issues such as terrorism, plus immigration, Ant 

‘n Dec, The X-Factor and breakfast. His act has been described as ‘Utterly 

outlandish but beneath layers of absurdity is Foot’s sharp eye for satire’ by Time 

Out. Paul has appeared on Never Mind the Buzzcocks (BBC 2), Would 

I Lie to You? (BBC 1), 8 out of 10 Cats Does Countdown (Channel 

4), Russell Howard’s Good News (BBC 2) and BBC Radio 4’s The 

Infinite Monkey Cage. 

Cambridge Junction 2, 25th February, 20:00. Tickets £15.50. 

Tel: 01223 511511. www.junction.co.uk 

City Roots Festival 

This new, week-long festival, with concerts at Cambridge Corn 

Exchange and Cambridge Junction, seeks to strengthen the 

relationship between folk and roots music and the city of Cambridge. 

Amongst the featured events and artists are five-time Grammy 

Award Winning singer/songwriter Mary Chapin Carpenter; folk 

musician for our times, Jim Moray; a pairing of two generations of 

captivating singer/songwriters with Amy Wadge and Luke Jackson, 

and The Transatlantic Sessions, a collaboration of the best in Scottish 

and American folk with Aly Bain, Jerry Douglas and Eddi Reader. 

Mary Chapin Carpenter, Cambridge Corn Exchange, 5th February, 

19:30, £37.25. Tel: 01223 357851. www.cambridgelivetrust.co.uk 

Music: Macca - 

the music of Paul 

McCartney, 16th 

February, 19:30, £25, 

The Apex, Bury St 

Edmunds 

Music: Patch and the 

Giant, 17th February, 

20:00, from £8, 

Cambridge Folk Club, 

Cambridge 

Comedy: Lee Nelson, 

22nd February, 19:30, 

£20, The Apex, Bury St 

Edmunds 

Theatre: Alan 

Ackybourn’s 

Henceforward 

22nd - 25th February, 

various times, from £18, 

Cambridge Arts Theatre 


Education 

A Landmark in Education 

Landmark International School 

The Old Rectory, 9 Church Lane, Fulbourn 

Cambridge, CB21 5EP. Tel: 01223 755100 

www.landmarkinternationalschool.co.uk 

We visit the newly-opened Landmark International School just outside 

Cambridge to find out more about its aims, objectives and approach to education 

Landmark International School welcomed 

the first of its students in September 

2016 with the aim of creating a friendly 

community environment in which British 

and international children can learn and 

develop, while building their independence. 

The school delivers an individualised 

educational programme for each pupil, 

and focuses on developing a child’s selfconfidence 

by nurturing their academic 

talents and interests. 

“When education is delivered in an 

engaging way at the right level for the 

student, it can change their whole 

life, opening up countless dreams and 

aspirations and giving them a life-long 

interest in learning,” said Mary Greer, 

Registrar and Co-Founder. “I think 

students need to be happy and relaxed 

in their environment. They then need a 

passionate and engaging teacher who they 

like and admire who makes their lessons 

exciting and memorable,” she continued. 

And this commitment to providing the 

best for pupils certainly shines through in 

the school’s operation. It has been set up 

as a not-for-profit charitable company 

where every penny is invested entirely into 

the education of its children. This not only 

ensures that pupils enjoy the best possible 

schooling, but it also provides stability, as 

shares cannot be sold to private companies 

or individuals. 

Landmark International School is open 

to international boys and girls aged 6 to 

16 and combines a range of conventional 

subjects with a number of foreign 

languages. Selection is not governed by 

entrance exams, instead pupils are asked 

to attend an informal interview. 

This is to asses whether the pupil would 

thrive on the ethos of the school, and 

indeed whether the school can offer the 

best for that child. 

And the result? A friendly and welcoming, 

family-orientated community in which 

children can comfortably develop and 

realise their potential. “Landmark offers a 

truly unique atmosphere and ethos. 

The team of staff are completely 

committed to ensuring that each child 

has the best possible level of pastoral care 

and individual attention,” said Ms Greer, 

adding, “The high standard of teaching, in 

small class sizes, ensures that, not only will 

they leave school with the best possible 

academic results, they will also have high 

self-esteem and the social skills they need 

to allow them to be a valuable contributor 

to any community.” 


The Animal Health Trust celebrates 

its 75th anniversary in 2017 with some 

exciting fundraising events… 

Anniversary 

75 Years of The 

Animal Health Trust 

To find out more about The 

Animal Health Trust and any of its 

upcoming 2017 events, or how you 

can get involved with Ride London, 

head to www.aht.org.uk 

Many of our readers will already be aware 

of all the fantastic work that The Animal 

Health Trust carries out. The Trust, based in 

Newmarket, exists to enable dogs, cats and 

horses around the world to live happier and 

healthier lives. Raising funds to fight disease 

and injury, the charity’s aim is simple - to 

make animals’ lives better. 

With small animal and equine referral clinics 

to treat beloved pets in need of specialist 

care and treatment, all the funds raised go 

straight back into developing new diagnostic 

tests, treatments and vaccines to help 

thousands more animals. 

This year The Animal Health Trust will 

celebrate its 75th anniversary by continuing 

to put on many activities and events to help 

raise funds for, and awareness of, its cause. 

The charity will once again be entering a 

team into the Ride London cycling event 

with the hope of submitting its biggest 

ever group. If you were inspired by the Rio 

Olympics last year and have since taken 

up cycling, why not take on a personal 

challenge in 2017 and ride the 100-mile 

traffic free route to Surrey in aid of The 

Animal Health Trust? Currently, the team 

consists of two trustees and some of the 

charity’s senior staff, including the CEO. 

You’ll have dedicated support from the 

events team, receive a fundraising pack 

and high quality cycling kit, as well as be 

invited to join in the group training around 

Newmarket and on the Surrey Hills. 

Another big fundraising event that is well 

worth marking on your calendar is the 

Newmarket Charity Race Day on 10th June 

at Newmarket Racecourses. A fabulous day 

out (we know because our Editor, Gemma 

Treby, is a member of the committee), early 

bird tickets for this event cost £175 and are 

available at the discounted rate until 31st 

March. Included is a day at the races, a silent 

and main auction, and a three course dinner 

with Champagne upon arrival. 


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Fashion Handbook 

Handbook 

Fashion 

Take a look at S/S17’s fashion forecast 

Pretty 

in Pink 

Be brave and embrace 

the boldest, brightest pink 

you can find. Fuchsia will 

be huge this S/S thanks 

to the likes of Bottega 

Veneta, Topshop, Hermès 

and Valentino. 

Slightly 

Skewed 

Asymmetry is also where it’s at this 

season. Think erratic, unequal and 

far from predictable. Simone Rocha, 

Louis Vuitton and Marques’ Almeida 

were all in on this one. 

Tome Asymmetric 

Tie Skirt, £853 

Giulio, Cambridge 

Valentino 

J.Crew Patio 

Cropped 

Trousers, £175 

Net-a-Porter 

Marques’ Almeida 

Valentino 

Pussybow Poplin 

Shirt, £32, Miss 

Selfridge 

Circle Sleeve Blouse 

by Boutique, £75 

Topshop 

Victoria Beckham 

Let’s Get 

Shirty 

A classic shirt will always 

be a wardrobe staple but 

this season it’s all about 

tailoring with a twist. Add 

ruffles, play with necklines, 

expose your shoulders and 

try oversized. 

Frilly Shirt 

£29.99, Zara 

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Fashion Handbook 

Written by Sammi Nice 

Isabel Marant 

Power to 

the prints 

Stripes and florals will stand strong for 

yet another season. Be sure to rework 

pieces you already have or invest in 

new cuts and fabrics. Striped blazers 

are a must-have thanks to Mulberry. 

Tonnes 

of Tulle 

When it comes to fabrics, 

tulle will be everywhere 

this spring. Tulle skirts 

of a midi length are 

our favourite but try 

experimenting with tulle 

layers on top too. 

Brushed Floral 

Silk Dress 

£150, Whistles 

Valentino 

One Shoulder 

Bow Dress 

£69, Topshop 

Freddy 

Striped Blazer 

£150, French 

Connection 

Black Tulle Midi 

Skirt, £19.99 

New Look 

Thierry Mugler Vintage 

Striped Blazer, £390 

Giulio, Cambridge 

Aspinal of London 

Mayfair Leather 

Across Body Bag 

£595, John Lewis 

Hermes 

Statement 

Sleeves 

Following on from last year’s 

bell sleeves, this year sleeves 

will be even more exaggerated. 

From puffed shirts and 

embellished dresses to ruffled 

and patterned jumpers, even 

cuffs will be emphasised. 

Bags of Style 

Gone are the days where we’ll be carrying 

around large tote bags. This year, think small 

and concise and if it fits your iPhone and 

lipstick... we’re good to go! Take inspiration 

from Hermès; Céline and Chloé. 

Mini PomPom City 

Bag, £29.99, Zara 

Gucci 


SAVE THE DATE 

Thursday 26th January 2017 

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treatments. Skin rejuvenation treatments can 

reduce signs of premature ageing, such as 

fine lines and wrinkles, sun damage, brown 

spots, visible veins and discolouration. 

To support the fight against cancer we have decided to 

host a launch party for our new range of aesthetic 

treatments! Please join us for our Hunts Community 

Cancer Network (Charity Number 1163051) Venus Beauty 

Launch Event. 

Enjoy exclusive promotional treatment prices and 

packages, 30-minute taster treatments, plus champagne, 

canapés and lots more! 

25% DISCOUNT OFF VENUS TREATMENT 

PACKAGES PURCHASED AT THE EVENT 

New Year, New Skin 

Get flawless skin after the party season and give your skin a 

fresh, youthful look with our new skin resurfacing Viva 

treatments to reduce signs of skin damage and to give you 

smoother, healthier looking skin, rid of blemishes, close 

enlarged pores from the festivities. Make your skin look 

tighter and smoother, to keep you smiling all year long. 

Detoxify with our new 'Freeze Time & Reverse Ageing' 

facial using radio frequency treatment to tighten the skin 

and erase crow’s feet without surgery or any downtime. 

The New Year is the perfect time to start thinking about 

hair removal so you can have a hair free, care free body 

during the summer. Throw away that razor and book a 

Venus Versa IPL Hair Removal treatment. 

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Fashion 

Hem Ruffle Trousers 

£35.99, Mango, Cambridge 

Allegro Poppy Ruffle 

Dress, £140, French 

Connection, Cambridge 

MSGM Ruffle Trousers 

£278, Giulio, Cambridge 

Frill Leg Peg Trousers, £45 

Topshop, Bury St Edmunds 

Lola Ruffle 

Dress, £190 

Reiss, Cambridge 

Chloé 

Ruffles to Rule 

Victorian Ruffle 

Dress, £180, Karen 

Millen, Cambridge 

From shirts to skirts, ruffles will be seen in all shapes and sizes. Suitable for both the 

office and evening wear, they’ll certainly rule our wardrobes this year. 

Somerset by Alice Temperley Ruffle 

Front Blouse, £59, John Lewis 

Frilly Skirt, 

£25.99, Zara 

Cambridge 

Metallic Ruffle 

Top, £28, Topshop 


Chinti & Parker 

Ruffle Stripe 

Sweater 

£375, Anna 

Saffron Walden 

Preen 


Fashion 

Capsule 

Collection 

Hayley, owner of 

Saffron Walden’s fashion 

boutique, blue, tells us 

how and why we should 

all be shopping for a 

capsule wardrobe 

The concept of a capsule wardrobe is nothing new, but here at 

blue, we’re all about shopping wisely and thinking about the 

versatility of each piece. By investing in a few high-quality, 

staple pieces, we encourage our customers to wear each item in 

various ways. 

By assessing body shape and preferred style, we can then begin to 

think about the types of pieces that you would get the most wear 

out of. 

Essentially, a capsule wardrobe is entirely centred upon being able 

to wear one item in multiple ways for multiple occasions. It’s that 

feeling of wearing the same outfit twice, but as though you’ve got 

a completely new outfit each time. Not only this, but by limiting 

your wardrobe, you’ll waste less money on one-off, “I’ll just wear it 

once”, pieces and price per wear will definitely decrease... 

Take a classic black leather biker jacket for example... It can be 

worn with jeans or a cocktail dress for both day and night. 

Shopping for a capsule wardrobe doesn’t have to be boring or ‘safe’. I do suggest keeping 

things to fairly muted, natural tones however, as this allows you to keep your collection fresh 

by adding a splash of colour, depending on the season and current trends. A brightly coloured 

accessory is a quick way of keeping your look fresh. My main piece of advice would be to know what 

works well for you. From tapered trousers to midi-length skirts or dresses, work with your own style 

and preferences. If you’re unsure what it is that suits you, we offer complimentary styling advice 

and tailored capsule wardrobe consultations. After all, this is our area of expertise! 

1. American Vintage Jumper, £75 

2. Set Tyler Leather Jacket, £369 

3. Set Silk Blouse, £159 

4. Beck Sondergaard Presley Scarf, £65 

5. Set Rock Skirt, £185 

6. Markberg Marikka Leather Bag, £139 

blue 

32 King Street, Saffron Walden 

CB10 1ES. Tel: 01799 513315 

www.bluesaffronwalden.co.uk 


Beauty Notebook 

Article by Sammi Nice 

Notebook 

Beauty 

Die for Dior 

“Dior’s Black Out Mascara would, without a doubt, 

be my one desert island product. I absolutely love it! 

I have been using it for years and use it on all of my 

clients. It gives volume, separation and length to my 

lashes. I have tried many mascaras over the years 

and could never find one that I was happy with. It 

adds instant impact and really makes the colour of 

my eyes pop. It’s worth every penny and I just could 

not do without it… especially on a desert island.” 

Kelly Mackay, Beauty Bar UK, based in 

Cambridge. Email: info@thebeautybaruk.com 

www.thebeautybaruk.com 

Mel Sunshine tells us all about her latest 

10-minute facial treatment 

“With today’s busy lifestyles, there is an increasing demand for 

quick, effective, treatments. Clients want to come in for the shortest 

possible time but still leave feeling like they’ve had a proper treatment, 

so my new Dermalogica Flash Glow Skin Solver is perfect. It’s a 

10-minute express peel and promises to be your ticket to glowing 

skin in a flash. The Flash Glow Skin Solver refreshes, brightens and 

smooths, so it’s great for your skin and your purse too. Clients are 

adding it onto their regular waxing and pedicure appointments and 

are leaving with smooth, glowing skin. Well done Dermalogica, you’ve 

made this skin therapist and her clients very happy in a flash!” 

Fresh 

Faced 

Be inspired by Estée 

Lauder’s spring/summer look 

for Joseph and go for the freshfaced, 

natural glow this season. 

Get The Look 

Joseph 

All available from 

www.esteelauder.co.uk 

1. Prep the skin with Revitalizing Supreme + 

Global Anti-Aging Wake Up Balm. 

2. Use Double Wear Nude Cushion Stick 

Foundation as a base. 

3. Brush brows with Brow Now Stay-in-Place 

Brow Gel. 

4. Apply Sumptuous Knockout Mascara. 

5. Apply Pure Colour Envy Lipstick in shades 

Decadent and Emotional across the cheeks. 

6. Finish with Pure Colour Envy Blooming Lip 

Balm and a spritz of Set + Refresh Perfecting 

Makeup Mist. 

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New Year, 

New Beauty 

We’ve rounded up some of 

the latest launches to hit the 

beauty world 

Beauty Notebook 

A new year is an ideal time to 

rethink your skincare regime. 

Elemis have introduced five new 

solutions, each with a different 

focus. Choose from Brighten, 

Hydrate, Energise, Resurface 

and Illuminate. 

Elemis Skin Solutions, from 

£39.50, www.elemis.com 

Say hello to Clarins’ first contouring 

palette with three shades designed to 

perfectly suit all skin tones. The curved 

brush included in the palette also makes 

for super easy application. 

Clarins Limited Edition Face 

Contouring Palette & Brush, 

£36, Boots 

Enriched with Red Ginseng Root and 

Manuka Honey, this Skin Renewing 

Cream is perfect for smoothing, 

refining and strengthening your skin, 

as well as boosting cell turnover and 

giving a vibrant glow. 

Kiehl’s Pure Vitality Skin 

Renewing Cream, £49, Kiehl’s 

Bold colour and naturally 

moisturising ingredients which 

keep lips hydrated for up to 8 

hours, we love these new Burt’s 

Bees lipsticks. 

Introducing bareMinerals’ new 

Correctives Collection, which are a 

range of targeted treatment serums 

for different skin concerns. 

This Blemish Remedy Serum 

contains salicylic acid to help treat 

acne-prone skin. 

bareMinerals Blemish Remedy 

Acne-Clearing Treatment Serum, 

£36, Boots 

Guerlain’s new long-hold mascara 

effortlessly gives volume, curl, length 

and definition in an instant. We love 

the super chic casing and pink wand. 

Guerlain La Petite Robe 

Noire Mascara, £22.50, 

Debenhams 

Thin hair sufferers... listen up! Paul 

Mitchell’s latest Tea Tree range helps to 

slow down the process of hair thinning 

whilst helping to promote overall hair 

health and encourage thickness. 

Paul Mitchell Scalp Care Anti-Thinning 

Shampoo, £7.25 for 100ml and 

Conditioner, £7.50 for 100ml, both 

available from www.paul-mitchell.co.uk 

Burt’s Bees 100% Natural 

Lipsticks, £9.99 each, 

John Lewis 

Launching February 


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Happy January 2017 

Why so sad peeps? 2017 is going to be a great year. 

Why? Because 2017 is the year to get 

what you always wanted... the perfect SMILE. 

Now all you need to do is speak to Cathedral Dental. 

t: 01284 705637 

w: cathedraldental.co.uk

Retreat 

What better way to beat those January 

blues than with a blissful retreat to 

The Spa at Bedford Lodge Hotel 

So the craziness of Christmas is over and January has arrived 

with a bang. After weeks of preparation, late nights and over 

indulgence, now is the perfect time to take a step back and have 

a bit of ‘me time’. We couldn’t think of anywhere nicer to unwind 

than The Spa at Bedford Lodge Hotel. 

Renowned for being one of the best in Suffolk, its picturesque 

and peaceful location makes a great first impression and sets the 

tone nicely for what is to follow. The Spa itself has an abundance 

of fine facilities, including hydrotherapy and heat experiences, an 

outdoor terrace and mezzanine floor, as well as multiple treatment 

rooms offering an extensive list of focused treatments. 

It also has a rasul for mud treatments, a relaxation room and 

a couple’s treatment suite. From ESPA facials and full body 

treatments for women, men, brides and mums-to-be, to other 

more targeted beauty treatments such as tanning, hair removal, 

and manicures and pedicures, the team here really have got 

everything covered. 

I had the Winter Warmer package booked, which consists of 

access to the full spa facilities all day, lunch in the spa lounge, a 

salt and oil scrub or mud rasul session and an ESPA hot stone 

massage or personalised facial. After being shown around, I was 

robed up and left to unwind until lunch. After a quick dip in the 

hydrotherapy pool and a lounge in the sauna, I headed to the Spa 

Lounge for lunch. I opted for the fresh Norfolk crab salad with 

pickled cucumber ribbons and toasted walnut bread, with a pot of 

mint tea. It was refreshing, light and full of flavour. 

I resisted the urge for one of their homemade cakes and instead 

headed back to the heated beds. After a steam and sauna, I was 

then called for my two treatments. 

First on the agenda was a salt and oil scrub. After choosing my 


Retreat 

The Spa at Bedford Lodge Hotel 

Bury Road, 

Newmarket, CB8 7BX 

Tel: 01638 676130 

www.bedfordlodgehotelspa.co.uk 

preferred scent, I laid on the heated bed. 

This skin softening, full body exfoliation 

treatment was not something I had tried 

before but who wouldn’t be looking 

forward to nourished, radiant skin. After 

a quick sweep with a warmed, damp mitt 

to prep my skin, ESPA’s Invigorating Salt 

Scrub was applied in a quick, firm sweeping 

movement. The scrub had a menthol and 

lime scent which was incredibly fresh 

and it not only softened my skin, it also 

soothed and hydrated it. The therapist also 

applied ESPA’s Fitness Bath and Body 

Oil and after 30 minutes I was told to 

rinse off in the waterfall shower. I chose 

this oil as the therapist said it was great 

for aching muscles, and I really liked the 

lavender and almond oil scent of it. The 

treatment was great at sweeping away 

any dead skin cells and revealing a much 

smoother complexion. I have had other 

mud-based body treatments before, but 

never a full scrub like this. Although a full 

scrub is often undertaken as a stand-alone 

treatment, I was lucky enough to then 

indulge in a 60-minute hot stone massage. 

Again, I’d had massages before but never a 

hot stone one. The treatment used ESPA 

oils and warm volcanic stones across my 

whole body. The warmth of the stones felt 

really soothing especially across my back. 

The stones are great for penetrating the 

muscles and soothing any aches or pains. 

The treatment lasted 60 minutes and I’ve 

never felt so relaxed. I would definitely 

recommend having the scrub beforehand 

as the oils which were then used in my 

massage felt as though they were being 

absorbed really well. After this, I headed 

to the Relaxation Room where the inviting 

beds were faintly lit and filled with calming, 

tranquil music. 

The outdoor hot tub was now surrounded 

by subdued lighting as dusk began to creep 

in. The air was fresh and the surroundings 

were ideal for continuing the overall vibe 

of the afternoon. The dressing rooms and 

showers were laden with ESPA goodies 

which was a nice touch. 

If you’re looking for a peaceful afternoon 

with professional, relaxing treatments, 

delicious food, welcoming staff and an 

overall feeling of pure bliss, then definitely 

take a look at their varying spa packages. I 

cannot wait to head back with my Mum for 

a girly day with the Revive Me or Ultimate 

Detox package! 


Beauty 

New Year, New 

Skincare Regime 

We talk skincare 

regimes with Amy Drummond 

of Envy Beauty 

Skin is made up of 3 layers and is our 

largest organ. A good skincare regime not only 

makes you feel good but can also slow down or 

improve the ageing process (and hopefully a bit 

more gracefully!) 

If you haven’t already got a set routine, 

then now is the perfect time to start! 

Here is my skincare regime for healthy skin... 

Morning 

Step 1: 

Upon waking, I wash my face with 

MONU’s Delicate Facial Wash and rinse 

with cool water. This improves the blood 

circulation. 

Step 2 & 3: 

I then use MONU’s Rosewood Reviving 

Mist and 3. MONU’s Brightening Boost 

Serum. 

Step 4 & 5: 

I then apply Dermalogica’s Solar Defence 

Booster over MONU’s Moisture Rich 

Collagen Cream. Applying a good SPF is 

so important, as it prevents sun damage 

which in turn ages our skin. Even on a 

cloudy day, SPF is crucial as UV rays are 

still strong enough to cause damage. My 

skin is now clean, hydrated and protected 

so make up can be applied. 

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Evening 

Step 1: 

I always double cleanse in the 

evening to thoroughly clean my 

skin. I start with MONU’s Cleansing 

Balm which melts away any make up 

or dirt. 

Step 2: 

I then use MONU’s Delicate Facial 

Wash to give my skin a deep clean 

and remove any final traces of dirt 

or make up. 

Step 3: 

Next, I spritz my skin with MONU’s 

Rosewood Reviving Mist. 

Step 4: 

I always apply a facial oil or a serum 

before my moisturiser as it gives 

my skin a real boost. For a glowy, 

radiant complexion, I recommend 

Renu’s Nourishing Treatment 

Oil or MONU’s Brightening Boost 

Serum. 

Step 5: 

I then use MONU’s Collagen 

Eye Cream and apply my night 

time moisturiser which is usually 

MONU’s Night Renewal Complex 

or Renu’s Restoring Cream Rich. 

Every Day 

Always cleanse, tone and moisturise. 

Always wear an SPF under your make 

up. Always clean your face at night 

time as this is when your skin does 

most of its work! Drink plenty of water 

and eat a nutritious, balanced diet. 

Every Week 

Be sure to 

exfoliate and 

use a mask at 

least once a 

week. Exfoliation 

is great at 

removing dead 

skin cells and 

promoting new 

cell turnover. 

I tend to use 

MONU’s Micro 

Exfoliant, Renu’s 

Radiant Skin Peel 

or Renu’s Flash 

Relax Mask. 

Envy Beauty 

Rous Road 

Newmarket, CB8 8DL 

Tel: 07787817122 

Beauty 

Every 

Month 

I would strongly 

recommend having a 

facial once a month to 

give your skin an extra 

boost. Professional 

products are not 

accessible for everyday 

use and they’re great for 

improving overall skin 

health or for targeting 

specific skin concerns. 


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GET A 

COMPLIMENTARY 

BLOW DRY 

throughout January with 

any foil appointment 

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Beautiful boutique salon based in Exning high 

street, free allocated salon parking. All aspects of 

hairdressing Matrix and Balmain products used. 

01638 578334 

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Healthy Hotlist 

We spoke to Lucy Cronin, Personal Trainer and 

owner of 365Motivate to hear her top tips for 

kick starting the New Year 

Fresh Start 

1. I would strongly recommend joining a 

club, a group fitness class or recruiting a 

gym buddy! Working out with someone 

else or in a group is a great way to stay 

motivated and ensure you’re consistent 

with your training. 

2. Ease yourself into a new routine 

slowly. Going crazy in January is often 

filled with good intentions, but is very 

unsustainable and unrealistic. Build up 

your workouts gradually. 

3. Finally, I would say to choose 

activities that you actually enjoy, as 

again, you’re much more likely to stay 

on track. 

Tel: 07875757060 

Email: lucy@365motivate.co.uk 

www.365motivate.co.uk 

Bodyweight Blaster 

Anthony Cullen, online trainer and nutrition coach, has 

prepared an equipment-free workout you can do at home 

Warm Up 

4-8 minutes of jogging on the spot or 

stair walking. 

Work Out 

Complete 3 rounds of the following: 

Round 1: 60 seconds 



• Squats with high kick 

• Floor touch with high reach twist 

• Hand walk out with push up 

• Glute bridge hold 

• Mountain climbers 

• Seated twists 

• Ice skaters 

• High knees 

• Plank twists 

• Shadow boxing 

It’s always good to utilise body weight 

movements when working out, but if you 

were to invest in one piece of equipment, I 

would recommend a set of dumbbells. I use 

them for the majority of my workouts and 

client sessions, as they offer freedom of 

movement but add resistance for a tougher 

workout. If you’re doing this at home, I would 

strongly suggest getting some professional 

coaching on technique to avoid injury. 

Add me on Facebook for regular updates on fitness and nutrition 

Anthony Cullen Tel: 07826542021 

Perfectly Portable 

Porridge 

Start your day right with a 

nutritious bowl of porridge which 

will stand by you until lunchtime. 

We love these new Rude Health 

porridge pots, as you simply add 

hot water and you’re good to go. 

They’re made with wholesome 

ingredients and contain nothing 

artificial or refined. Who said eating 

well had to be difficult? 

Rude Health Almond Butter with 

Sea Salt or Hazelnut Butter with 

Cacao, £1.50 per pot, Sainsburys 


Health 

Virtually 

POSSIBLE 

‘But the class is fully 

booked’, is no longer a 

feasible excuse, thanks to 

Les Mills’ Virtual classes 

World-leading Les Mills fitness classes are 

now available anytime, thanks to their new 

virtual programme. Whatever your fitness 

goal, this extensive range of classes has 

something for everyone. I went along to 

test out these instructor-free sessions. 

Having been a member at Abbeycroft 

for several years, I’ve battled my way 

through most of their fitness timetable, 

but had yet to sign on for one of their 

virtual classes. I enjoy cardio and weight 

and resistance training, so I decided to try 

out RPM (or spinning), and BodyPump. 

I was a little apprehensive about spinning 

without an instructor, as this is usually 

the main motivator in keeping me going. 

For those of you who aren’t aware, RPM 

is essentially 60 (well 55), minutes of 

biking with varying levels of speed and 

resistance. It definitely leaves you feeling 

(and looking!) completely worn out, but 

I quite like that about it. That, and the 

fact that, on average, each class burns 

around 600 calories! The class was as 

tough as I had remembered and the time 

seemed to fly by. With three instructors all 

commentating, it made a change to have 

varying teaching styles within each track. 

Now I hadn’t done BodyPump for a while 

either, and that was far harder than I 

recalled! The workout itself is focused on 

full body strengthening and toning using 

a barbell which you adjust the weight of 

depending on the movement. Similarly to 

RPM, I really enjoyed the fresh approach 

from the instructors, and it felt far more 

interactive than an at-home DVD, which 

is the vibe I had imagined. I’d kind of 

discounted booking on to classes, as it 

usually requires a lot of pre-planning and 

having to book on 5 or 6 days in advance, 

but it’s great to know that these classes 

mean the timetable is far more flexible and 

accommodating. I will certainly be adding a 

few virtual classes into my weekly workouts 

this year. 

Abbeycroft Leisure 

Beetons Way, 

Bury St Edmunds, IP33 3TT 

Tel: 01284 753496 

www.acleisure.com 

Also available at Skyliner Sports Centre this January! 


Health 

Make It Your Year 

Adam Prescott warns you not to 

start a new diet or sign up for a 

new gym membership until 

you’ve read this! 

The beginning of a new year means an abundance of New Year’s 

resolutions. Losing weight and getting healthier are in the top 5 

most popular each year, closely followed by saving more money. If 

2017 is the year you’re looking to get in shape, then we’re here to 

help! Let’s take a moment... Surely, if everyone has been making 

losing weight their New Year resolution each year, we should be 

seeing health resolutions fall further down the list, not still sitting 

at the top! The obvious answer to this is that whatever people are 

doing isn’t working. Let’s take a look at why... 

The problem with dieting and gym routines is that, ‘diets’, in 

today’s world have an end and gym routines aren’t what they 

should be. How many people do you know who look forward to 

going on a diet? How many people do you know, particularly those 

who want to lose a substantial amount of weight, look forward to 

going to the gym and getting sweaty? I think I know the answer 

to both of those questions. If you look forward to your diet or 

exercise regime, then well done you’ve cracked it already. 

How to diet: 

As I said, all ‘diets’ generally have an end. Then, we slowly resort 

to eating, drinking and living the way we were before we started 

the diet, meaning the weight creeps back on. 

The problem isn’t necessarily you, or the diet you were on, it’s a 

mixture of things. 

1. The diet you were on may not have been sustainable. 

2. You may not have educated yourself enough on the topic of 

nutrition (something I feel everyone should spend a little bit 

of time doing). 

3. Your focus may have been on the wrong area. 

Naturally, let’s start with number 1. You’ll have heard it a million 

times before but I’m going to say it anyway, it’s about changing 

your lifestyle for the long-term. Crash diet schemes will have 

you on meal replacement shakes or large caloric deficits. You’ll 

definitely lose weight, but will they be any good for your longterm 

health? I highly doubt it… When looking at starting a new 

eating regime, you need to nourish the body to lose weight. 

Being overweight or obese isn’t just caused by taking on too 

many calories, it’s also because you’re malnourished. You’re 

eating lots of processed foods and empty calories without the 

wonderful little vitamins, minerals and phytonutrients your body 

needs to function. Your new diet shouldn’t be temporary. Fuel 

the body, nourish and satisfy yourself when eating, get as many 

vegetables into your body as you can and learn new ways to cook 

with them. It only takes a quick Google search to find a new meal. 

We make sure all of our members, whether they are with us at 

the Academy or online, know how to sustain an eating regime to 

feel good and look great. This doesn’t mean there won’t be ups 

and downs, but our members know exactly how to hop back on 

track after a sugary few weeks. 

Number 2. Although education is key, it is often overlooked. 

Maybe the diet you were on was wrong for you or maybe you 

were unaware of how to overcome certain difficulties. Whatever 

caused you to struggle losing weight, educating yourself on the 

topic could, and would have helped in many ways. This will help 

whether you educate yourself on diets themselves, on your body 

and how it works or whether you focus on food and develop a 

healthier way of cooking. 

Contact a local health professional, ask them questions, then ask 

them questions on their answers. Go away and research their 

answers, don’t just take their word for it. If they know what they 

are talking about it won’t bother them if you come back with 

more queries, I know I wouldn’t. I get texts and calls every day 

from members, but that’s the whole point - I want discussions 

and questions as it means people are learning and if people are 

learning, their healthy lifestyle is growing a better foundation to 

make it last far longer. 

Number 3. Focus and keep on going. Firstly, there is a reason 

for everything when it comes to your health and weight loss, so 

never give up because you haven’t lost weight. There will be a 

reason for that, tweak your diet and see what happens. Secondly, 

many people feel demoralised when they step on the scales only 

seeing 1 or 2 lbs lost. 

Again, tweak your diet, speak to a health professional and get 

some advice. But so what if you have only lost 1 lb this week, how 

do you feel on the whole? Have you got more energy? Are you 

sleeping better? If you keep losing 1 lb a week, this time next year 

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you’ll be 3 stone lighter! Thirdly, get rid of those scales. 

We focus far too much on our weight. Focus on your health, 

focus on eating to nourish the body, to feel great, to have more 

energy. The wonderful side effect of being healthy is, you lose 

weight! The body wants to be lean and strong, it doesn’t want to 

feel slow and unhappy. Give your body the tools it needs and it 

will do the weight loss job for you, it may not happen overnight, 

but it will happen. 

Our online programme takes you through a phase by phase 

system, showing you that your health leads to satisfyingly 

sustained weight loss. Whatever you decide to do in 2017, make 

sure your diet is sustainable, ensure you educate yourself along 

the way, and throw out the damn scales as health is the key. 

Gym routines and 

exercising: 

Do NOT make exercising a chore 

or something you dread. I see 

this time and time again; people 

in the gym, in an exercise class or 

whatever it may be, hating their life, 

loathing the environment around 

them and not getting anywhere. It 

really is this simple, find something 

you enjoy doing. Whether that’s 

walking, canoeing, rowing, outdoor 

bootcamps, or perhaps something 

else. Learn to enjoy moving and 

have fun with it. If you continue to 

torture yourself through gruelling 

gym workouts, you won’t enjoy 

them. You’ll struggle to put the 

same amount of effort into it and 

therefore you won’t get the results. 

That will lead to frustration and 

frustration is a path to the sugary 

dark side. 

Now, don’t get me wrong, I’m not 

saying that if you do this, it will 

be easy. There will still be down 

days, just like there will be with 

your nutrition. We all have them. 

However, if you change your 

mindset, look at it as enjoying 

moving, it no longer seems like a 

chore. It will become something 

you want to do. This will then hugely 

reduce the effort it takes to exercise 

regularly, leading to a healthier, 

happier, stress-free you. 

Revolution Fitness Academy 

Unit One Gym, Kempson Way 

Bury St Edmunds, IP32 7AR 

Tel: 01284 625155 

www.rev-fitness.co.uk 

2017 can be the year you obliterate your health goals. 

It truly can. Health and weight loss aren’t some mythical 

creatures you have to pray to and hope they respond, you 

have total control over how your body looks and how you 

feel, you just need a push in the right direction. Nourish your 

body, and it will take care of itself. Please get in touch if you 

have any questions - info@rev-fitness.co.uk 


Fitness 

Fitness You Fancy 

Kick starting a new fitness regime is never 

easy, but if we’re going to give you one 

piece of advice, it’s to choose something 

you enjoy. From joining a gym, 

attending a weekly class or getting a personal 

trainer, to sweating it out at an outdoor 

bootcamp or taking up a new sport, 

we’ve rounded up a few 

local options. 

The Dance or Yoga Class 

The only dance, fitness and aerial arts studio in Suffolk, Studio 

Dance & Fitness is ideal for those who are looking to have a little 

fun. Its innovative ranges of movement help to keep you fit and 

build on strength whilst trying something new. From pole fitness to 

aerial hoop and anti-gravity yoga, there’s something for all levels. 

www.studiodancefitness.com 

The Self Centre in Bury St Edmunds has an extensive timetable 

of yoga classes, from hatha and vinyasa to hot yoga, yin yoga, ante 

natal and restorative yoga. If you’re new to it, why not sign up to 

their 8-week beginner course. It’s great for improving strength, 

flexibility and muscle tone, as well as being good for reducing 

stress. www.the-self-centre.co.uk 

The Outdoor Bootcamp 

Now we understand the thought of getting outside in the cold isn’t 

hugely appealing, but we promise you it’s fun! Training outside is 

great if you’re stuck in an office all day and training in a large group 

helps to keep you motivated. 

Liberté Fitness runs numerous weekly sessions in Bury St Edmunds 

and they’re all entirely focused on improving overall fitness and 

having fun! From circuit training to cardiovascular exercises and 

team games, this one is great for all ages and fitness levels. 

www.libertefitness.com 

How about a 45-minute, total-body workout bootcamp session 

in a variety of Cambridge park locations which is specifically for 

women? Owner, Charlie Wall, takes inspiration from CrossFit 

and Tabatta training methods, as well as using equipment like 

Kettlebells and more. www.cambridgebootcamps.com 

The 1-1 Personal Trainer 

If you want results quickly and struggle for motivation, 

then booking some sessions with a personal trainer is highly 

recommended. Donna Baker is a qualified personal trainer at 

Newmarket’s recently opened Asgard Fitness. Be sure to book for 

an initial consultation to see how she can get you the results you’re 

looking for. Be quick... her diary is already rather busy! 

Asgard Fitness, Newmarket 

The Hardcore Workout 

If you’re still yet to try a CrossFit WOD, then make 2017 the year. 

If you’re fairly fit already, this one is great for upping your game 

even further. With coach-led classes 7 days a week, these gruelling 

workout sessions are certainly something new to get stuck into. 

www.crossfita14.co.uk 

The Running Club 

Joining a running club is a great way of pushing yourself and 

keeping you motivated. The Bury St Edmunds Pacers welcome 

all ages and abilities and meet on Mondays and Wednesdays for 

coach-led sessions. They also partake in other events around the 

area which are a great way of testing your fitness even further. 

www.pacers.org.uk 

Looking for something to aim for? There’s the Tarpley 20 on 

Sunday 26th February and the Stowmarket half marathon on 

Sunday 19th March. Still a bit far? How about the St Helens 10km 

Trail Run on Sunday 12th March. Head to www.runnersworld.co.uk 

to keep up to date with local running events. 


Academy for All 

Health 

From multi-terrain marathons and music festivals, to archery, assault 

courses and a leading Karate club, we catch up with the team at the 

Suffolk Academy in Barrow 

Suffolk Academy is a Community 

Interest Company (Social Enterprise) 

that focuses on fitness, wellness, and 

community activities, located on an 

8-acre site in Barrow. Founded by Glen 

Moulds in 2005, the Academy started 

off as the headquarters for, what is now 

one of the longest running Karate clubs 

in England, the Kenshinkai Shotokan 

Karate Club. Glen is a Black Belt 5th 

Dan (Japan) and a former England 

fighter and coach. 

Over the years Glen has expanded his 

vision to include other activities including 

the very popular 24-hour, fullyequipped 

gym. The site has continued 

to grow and change over time, and they 

now offer Kendo, Yoga, Pilates, and even 

an archery centre. 

Suffolk Academy also brings many 

annual events to its grounds, all with 

the same ethos of providing affordable 

and accessible events for all. The 

Homegrown Music Festival will be 

entering its 5th year this June, and is a 

popular music festival that focuses on 

showcasing only East Anglian musicians 

and vendors. They keep the prices low, 

the site clean, and create a familyfriendly 

environment for those wanting a 

great festival experience but without the 

prohibitive costs and lack of safety and 

comfort. It’s sponsored by Aspall Cider 

and has other sponsors lined up. 

Other events on site include Glen’s 

baby, The Great Barrow Challenge which 

is recognised as one of Europe’s leading 

events in Multi Terrain Marathons and 

runs 17 marathon events every year. 

The highlight of the calendar year is 

the prestigious 10 in 10, which brings 

runners from around the world to run 

10 marathons in 10 days. Using state 

of the art tracking and timing systems 

to protect the athletes, this event has 

attracted the attention of the Red Bull 

brand. 

In addition to all of this, the Blackbird 

Foundation art workshops, the Lowdown 

Biker Festival and The Playground 

Assault Course also share the site. This 

assault course run by brothers, Nick and 

Phil Smith has exploded in popularity 

among those looking for an active day 

out with the family, OCR runners and 

fundraisers; it has also been used for 

birthday parties, stag and hen do’s, and 

corporate events. 

The Scissor Box Hair Salon came on 

board recently, run by Sarah Moore who 

has already built up a large, loyal clientele 

in her full-service salon. Glen has also 

opened The Vinyl Room Bar & Venue, 

which is open every Friday night for 

drinks and music. With live music events 

performing every month, the space is 

also available for exclusive hire. 

2017 is already looking to be an exciting 

year at the Academy, with its new 

Walking Football programme starting 

up, aimed at football-loving, over 50s 

who are looking for a way to stay fit and 

be involved in the sport. There is always 

something new and exciting going on, 

so be sure to go and take a look for 

yourselves. 

Suffolk Academy 

Church Farm, Church Road 

Barrow, IP29 5AX 

Tel: 01284 810446 

www.suffolkacademy.com 

Homegrown Music Festival 9th - 11th June 2017 


nest 

The 

contents 

January Blues 

This crisp, cool colour works 

in most environments 

Interior Trends 2017 

See this year’s biggest trends 

Inspired Interiors 

Hear from interior designer, 

Lesley Gillam 

Velvet’s monthly property and interiors exclusive 

Interior Trends p69

Home Hub 

Home 

Written by Ashleigh Kerr 

HubVelvet brings you 

the latest home and 

interior trends 

January 

Blues 

Horizontal 

Block Striped 

Cushion, £32 

Oliver Bonas, 

Cambridge 

Sweet Start 

It’s time to stock up on Molton Brown’s limited edition ‘The Patisserie 

Parlour’ Gourmand Collection to add some fruitiness to you January. 

Available from Molton Brown, Cambridge 

5 Rose Crescent, Cambridge, CB2 3LL 

Tel: 01223 353954 

www.moltonbrown.co.uk 

Blue and Grey 

Geo Throw, £65 

Oliver Bonas 

Cambridge 

January blues don’t have to be a bad 

thing. This crisp, cool colour works in 

most environments. Team it with 

on-trend geometric patterns and your 

space has an instant update. 

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add some Glamour 

Everyone needs a bit of glamour in their lives, so why not add it with this Italian-inspired 

mirrored and gold coffee table. Perfect for both classic and contemporary living spaces, 

it has that movie star feel! 

Versailles Coffee Table, £1,125 

OKA, Saffron Walden 

See Things In A New Light 

It’s time to look at things through a new perspective. Focus on your 

resolutions and look at the world in a new light. Create a rustic look 

based around this unique floor lamp. With its eye-catching rope 

stand, it’s easy to build a scheme with this as the starting point. 

Rope Floor Lamp, £369.95, Abbeygate Lighting, Bury St Edmunds 

A Lick 

of Paint… 

London Stone 

Emulsion Paint, £52 

Farrow & Ball 

The new year has arrived and 

what better way to bring 

it in than by revitalising 

your walls with a fresh 

lick of paint. Whether 

it’s a neutral colour 

to give a refresh, or 

a vibrant colour to 

make a statement, 

the new year is time 

for a fresh start. 

Sleep Well 

Invest in some luxurious new 

bedding in the January sales. 

We spend one third of our lives 

sleeping, so invest in some high 

quality bed linen. Team it with a 

woven throw, so you can snuggle 

up in the cold nights. 

Woven Striped Bed Set, £65; Tutti 

Home Grey Knit Throw, £200 

both from Next, Bury St Edmunds 


Colonial Homevintage Green Bread Crock 

£25, Waitrose, Newmarket & Bury St Edmunds 

Swan 2 Slice Toaster 

£34.99, Glasswells 


Interiors 

Large Forest Green Rowan 

Pendant Light, £295, Design 

Essentials, Saffron Walden 

Lush Designs Townscape 

Lampshade, £52, Podarok 

Cambridge 

Fresh Forest Green 

2017 will see fresh green tones becoming a popular choice for your interiors 

Pantone have released their projections for 

2017 and we’ll be seeing plenty of dusky 

pastels and jewel tones inspired by Turkey 

and Morocco, as well as a blend of warm 

and cool neutral shades. The colour that 

repeatedly features in the Pantone palettes 

is green, and we’re particularly fond of this 

fresh forest option. 

1958 Armchair, £585 

Oliver Bonas, Cambridge 

Kirkton Cushion, £14.99 

Glasswells, Bury St Edmunds 

Betsy Benn Favourite Place 

Map Framed Print, £130 

John Lewis, Cambridge 

Dartington Crystal Lily Bottle 

£37, John Lewis, Cambridge 

Peg Mantel Clock 

£42, Angela Reed 

Saffron Walden 

Conran Bottle 

Vase, £39.50 

Marks & Spencer 


Kaymet Lap Tray, £130 


Vintage Green Mini Potted Tall 

Succulent £9, Ivyjoan.co.uk 


Interiors 

Pinterest 

QUIRKY 

CORK 

Yes you heard that right, cork is making a comeback this year and 

what’s even better... it’s affordable and eco-friendly! 

Tipped as the new marble, this versatile 

material can be used in so many ways, 

flooring, wallpaper, bathmats. Maybe 

they weren’t so wrong in the 70s to 

use it everywhere! These cork-effect 

candles from John Lewis could finish 

off your mantelpiece or bedside 

cabinet perfectly! 

Cork Candles, from £8 each 


Pinterest 

MApped Out 

Whether you choose antique-style globes 

to finish off that shelf space, or a beautiful 

map to fill your wall, global maps are the 

way to go. You may even sharpen up that 

geography knowledge at the same time. 

They’re also a great talking point of where 

in the world you’ve visited. We love this 

scratch map from Oliver Bonas! 

interior 

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Maps International, 

World Map Wallpaper, £105 

www.notonthehighstreet.com 

Deluxe Scrap Map, £19.95 


Wood Panel World Map, £95 

Laura Ashley, Bury St Edmunds 

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Interiors 

1. Leaf Cushion, £6, 

Wilko, Bury St Edmunds 

2. Green Leaf Large 

Vase, £25, Catesbys 

Cambridge 

Totally 

Tropical 

Pinterest 

Bring a touch of the tropical print to your home with 

wallpapers, bedding or other interior accessories such 

as vases and cushions. Not sure on the print? Stick 

with varying shades of green for an 

instant pop of colour. 

Pinterest 

Pinterest 

Trends 2017 

Pick a Print 

Written by 

Emily Gooderham 

Textured Geo Wallpaper, £15 


When it comes to prints... think big and bold. Geometry will be 

a huge influence and will be seen in all aspects. From kitchen 

tiles to soft furnishings, this will add dimension to any space. 

Opt for sleek lines and abstract patterns in any colour. 

Hexagon Wine Rack, £35 


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Cole & Son Geometric Hexagon 

Wallpaper, £75, John Lewis, Cambridge 


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Interiors 

Inspired 

interiors 

Looking to refresh your 

interior this year? Hear 

Lesley Gillam’s top tips 

Lesley Gillam Designs 

The Bakehouse, 14 Oxford Street 

Exning, Newmarket, CB8 7EW 

Tel: 01638 578875. 

www.lesleygdesigns.co.uk 

Fancy Fabrics 

I have been dressing windows and making hand-sewn curtains for 

many years and have supplied my clients with just about every style 

imaginable over that time, depending on their taste and budget. 

From a simple roller blind to elaborate swags and tails adorned 

with lashings of fringing, ropes and tassels. Although it very much 

depends on the period of the property and style of windows as to 

how they are dressed, the trend now is for much simpler styling. 

Most of us don’t have a mansion to adorn with elaborate drapes, but 

dressing your windows with floor length, pleat headed curtains can 

give an equally stylish and elegant look. Sometimes simple is best. 

Blinds can be attractive and versatile. Shutters aren’t cheap but 

are classic and practical. Choices of fabrics are endless and finding 

the right one can be overwhelming. You don’t necessarily have to 

choose expensive ones. In the past I have created the most fabulous 

drapes from humble dust sheets! 

Accessorise, Accessorise, Accessorise 

Accessorise but don’t over do it. Beautiful cushions, throws and 

decorative objects definitely enhance a room, but choose with 

care. Clutter is your worst enemy. Look around you and see if you 

like the effect of all you survey. If not, remove it and start again. 

Organise your cupboards and storage areas so that things that you 

use regularly are easy to get to but not on display. Choose a few 

favourite pieces and place them where they look their best. You will 

enjoy them far better like this than amongst a muddle. 

Luxurious Lighting 

Good lighting is so important. A mix of light sources at different 

levels is necessary for creating appropriate light for certain 

purposes and different moods. A pendant light or chandelier in the 

centre of a room or over a kitchen work island will give good light, 

as do recessed down lights. Whichever room you are in, put them 

on dimmer switches and team them with strategically placed table 

lamps to give the space a subtle glow when the time is appropriate. 

Use these less intrusive lights to form focal points by positioning 

them to shine on art objects or reflect in mirrors to create an 

illusion of greater space. 

Decor Detailing 

Colour is everything. Always choose colours that you are 

comfortable with. That may sound silly, but we all have our personal 

colours which we return to time and time again. If you are brave, 

use strong shades on a feature wall or, if not, enhance your neutral 

walls and furnishings with splashes of colour by adding jewel colour 

cushions, pictures and rugs. Place a beautiful piece of coloured 

glass on a table under a lamp and see it blossom. 

If you want to make a subtle change to your rooms without too 

much fuss and expense, go for a wallpaper. As long as your paint 

work is sound, it is a good way to introduce colour or texture and 

make your interior come to life. 


Ercol Romana Coffee Table 

RRP £710 Sale £529.99 

Fable Talcy Cushion 

RRP £39.99 Sale £35.99 

Gaucho Ceiling Light 

RRP £72 Sale £60.99 

Oswold Oak 

Bookcase 

RRP £368 

Sale £294.99 

Scandi 

Style Steals 

Interiors 

Scandinavian style has captured the minds 

of the interior design industry during the 

last few seasons, with the trend gaining 

momentum particularly in the winter 

months. The style’s minimal, clean lines, 

simple colour schemes and unpretentious 

sophistication has made it a triumphant 

success. Glasswells is currently in the 

middle of its big seasonal sale and, here 

at Velvet, we’ve gone looking for some 

Scandi-inspiration amongst its collections. 

Along the way, we have come up with 

three easy tips to help you create this 

sensational style at home. 

1 

Scandi styling is all about neutral 

colours such as grey, white and beige, 

mixed with dusky tones and accents of 

bright, bold shades, like lemon and lime. 

Leave your walls neutral and use your soft 

furnishings to add these accents. The zesty 

yellow of the Illusion Throw will balance 

well when combined with the Sofie Accent 

Stool, if your chosen base colours are 

white and grey. 

2 

Light woods such as pine and oak 

feature heavily in Scandinavian 

interiors. Easily available, paler wood 

can be used in the home for both furniture 

and flooring, and has even been seen 

as cladding on modern, Scandi interior 

walls. The Ercol Romana Coffee Table and 

Oswold Oak Bookcase are the perfect 

choices to complement this trend. 

3 

Functionality and practicality are 

key elements of the Scandinavian 

style with minimalism favoured as 

opposed to excessive detailing. The simple 

aesthetic and classic lines of the Antwerp 

Floor Lamp make it ideal as an option for 

a living room or bedroom, and the unfussy 

time face of the Clifton Clock also fits into 

this visual style with a light wooden frame. 

Glasswells 

Newmarket Road, Bury St Edmunds, 

IP33 3TU. Tel: 01284 752804 

www.glasswells.co.uk 

Glasswells’ winter sale is now on, with plenty of bargains to help you create the 

latest interior trend for Scandinavian style… 

Illusion Throw 

Was £49.99 Sale £44.99 

Antwerp Floor Lamp 

Was £259.99 Sale £199.99 

Clifton Clock 

Was £61.99 Sale £41.99 

Sofie Accent Stool 

Was £199.99 Sale £189.99 

Arlo Rug 

RRP £215 

Sale £159.99 


otoring MOur motoring section is full of the latest models, reviews and gadgets 

contents 

The Future of Motoring 

See this year’s new launches 

From Reliability to Racing 

Newmarket Motor Company 

discuss the reliability of 

your vehicle and the thrill 

of race tracks 

The Future Of Motoring p76

Motoring 

Velvet uncovers the models you need to know about, which will be launching in 2017 

Bentley Bentayga Diesel 

The all new SUV with a 4.0 litre, V8 engine is due to be released 

this month. With the classic grill design we all associate with the 

Bentley brand, the quiet, yet powerful engine allows for a smooth 

drive for those that require a vehicle for both city and country 

living. Producing 429bhp (the same peak torque as the 

Bentayga’s twin-turbo 6.0 litre petrol W12 model) 

and achieving 0-62mph in 4.8 seconds, the 

Bentayga Diesel has been built for a luxurious, 

yet powerful ride. 

Bentley Cambridge 

379-381 Milton Road, Cambridge. 

Tel: 01223 640632. 

www.bentleymotors.com 

Ferrari GTC4 Lusso T 

The new entry-point into 

Ferrari’s four-seater range, 

the Ferrari GTC4 Lusso T, has 

been created with a V8 engine 

which has a power of 602bhp 

and torque of 560lb ft. With the 

option of two engines for the first 

time from the brand, the dynamic 

control systems have also been 

upgraded with new settings for 

the car’s four-wheel-steering and 

Side Slip Control. There’s still little 

information known about the car, 

but it is said to cost in the region 

of £240,000. 

www.ferrari.com 

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Motoring 

BMW 5 Series 

BMW’s seventh-generation saloon 

will be updated to include the very 

latest technology and extra cabin 

space, as well as progressing the 

model’s exterior design style. The 5 

series engine line up will include a 

B48 four cylinder, B58 six cylinder 

and N63 V8 petrol and B47 four 

cylinder and B58 six-cylinder diesel. 

The lower end of the models will 

come with a standard six-speed 

manual gearbox, with higher end 

specifications offering an eightspeed 

automatic. 

Carrs of Bury St Edmunds 

Thetford Road, Bury St Edmunds 

Tel: 01284 752525 

www.carrsbmw.co.uk 

Mercedes E-Class 

All-Terrain Estate 

The luxury estate with 4Matic 

four-wheel-drive system will provide 

comfort and convenience for those with an active, outdoor lifestyle who need 

the practicality of an estate and the ability to head off-road at a moment’s 

notice. The mid-sized SUV, available in the spring, has a 2.0 litre four cylinder 

diesel with 191bhp and 295lb ft of torque. 

Robinsons Mercedes Benz of Cambridge 

Barnwell Road, Cambridge. Tel: 01223 401100; 

Robinsons Mercedes Benz of Bury St Edmunds 

Northern Way, Bury St Edmunds. Tel: 01284 

769676. www.robinsonsmotorgroup.co.uk 


Motoring 

From 

Reliability 

to Racing 

Newmarket Motor Company discuss harsh winter conditions, the 

reliability of your vehicle and the adrenaline of race tracks this month 

Happy New Year to all of our lovely readers 

and fellow car enthusiasts! Now that the 

rush of Christmas is over, it is time for 

new beginnings and possibly even new 

cars… Winter used to be a difficult time 

for older cars, as damp and cold weather 

often caused starting problems. These 

days, cars generally cope better with winter 

conditions, but it is worthwhile checking a 

few things to make sure your car doesn’t 

let you down. There are obvious things to 

check like the condition of your car battery, 

your tyres and your lights, but there are 

some less obvious things such as strength of 

the coolant in your engine. If you would like 

your car to be serviced, please give us a call. 

With the weather how it is, now could be 

a great time to buy a car. A car that drives 

beautifully on a summer’s afternoon, can 

turn into something very different when it 

gets to winter. Being able to test your car 

in adverse conditions, makes buying a car 

this time of the year definitely something to 

consider. 

Although practicality and reliability are key 

factors in choosing a car, I know some of 

us like to consider the more exhilarating 

aspects… Racing circuits all over the 

UK hold track days throughout the year 

where you can take your own car and test 

its limits! Martin, Richard and Mark, of 

Newmarket Motor Company, along with 

myself, attended a track day in a Mitsubishi 

Evolution X RS (360BHP!) and the 

undeniable rush of being on a race track is 

simply brilliant. 

Along with the adrenaline of the speeds 

you reach on a track day, there is also a 

great atmosphere amongst all types of car 

enthusiasts. From old Porsche 911s and 

immensely modified Renault Clios to the 

BMW i8 and the McLaren 650S, you will 

find yourself immersed within the world of 

racing in minutes. 

We supply all types of cars from high 

performance sports cars, to family saloons 

so whether you are interested in treating 

yourself to a new car or knowing more 

about certain track days, feel free to call us 

or pop into the showroom for a chat! 

Newmarket Motor Company 

Exning Road, Newmarket, CB8 0EA 

Tel: 01638 666404 

www.newmarketmotorcompany.co.uk 

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Velvet Magazine January 2017

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