Velvet Magazine May 2017

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My month 

Mum and I at Ladies Day 2016 

FROM THE 

EDITOR 

in pictures 

How are we already in May? This year is going far too quickly and 

I cannot believe we are already thinking about Ladies Day! I have 

been going with my Mum every year since I was about 17 and the 

highlight for me is most definitely the fashion. I love choosing a 

dress and picking a whacky hat or fascinator and if the sun’s shining, 

it’s a great day out. We really are lucky to live so close to the town 

which is famed for being the ‘home of horseracing’. 

This month, I have spoken to various local fashion retailers to hear 

their top tips about dressing for a day at the races, so if you’re 

struggling for inspiration, take a look at page 54 to hear from the 

likes of Javelin, Giulio, Nicola Sexton, Newmarket Hat Hire, Racing 

Hat Hire, Hobbs, John Lewis, Martha V and Cream of Royston. 

Talking of racing, there’s an overview on the different ways of 

enjoying a day at the racecourse (page 34) as well as some of the 

best places to dine and stay in and around Newmarket if you’re not 

local to the area (page 37). 

Elsewhere in this issue, read about our visits to Tuddenham Mill, 

Cambridge Cookery School’s café, Quy Mill and The Blackbirds Inn. 

May also welcomes English Wine Week and National BBQ Week 

which means it’s high time we all celebrated with a barbie and glass 

of homegrown English wine! As if we really needed an excuse… 

We look forward to seeing you all at the various race meetings 

happening over the next few months. 

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MONTH’S VELVET 

Contents 

Summer At 

Harriet Moore 

Scudamore's p43 

"Opening my own boutique 

has enabled me to stock all 

of my favourite designers." 

Cooking Up A Storm p16 

Sinéad O’Loghlen 

"I build my wardrobe 

around a few staple pieces 

each season." 

ELY 

FOOD, DRINK & ENTERTAINMENT 

19. Cheers To English Wine! 

It's English Wine Week this month 

20. A True Treat 

From Tuddenham Mill 

26. Not So Run Of The Mill 

We explore the delights at 

Cambridge’s Quy Mill 

37. Racing Hotspots 

Where to dine and stay in Newmarket 

HEALTH, FASHION & BEAUTY 

54. The Race Is On 

Sourcing the winning Ladies Day look 

67. It Was All Yellow 

Uplift your wardrobe 

75. Hello Sunshine 

We're talking SPF 

78. Positive Plant-based Nutrition 

From vegan protein to chia seeds 

NEST 

82. A Scents Of Spring 

A selection of spring candles 

83. Business Is Blooming 

For Tolly's in Newmarket 

89. Time For A Barbie! 

It's National BBQ Week 

MOTORING 

94. A Digital Discovery 

Land Rover's latest model 

NEWMARKET BURY ST 

EDMUNDS 

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Kitchen Pin 

Kitchen 

Article by Samantha Nice 

Our 

NATIONAL 

VEGETARIAN 

WEEK 

15TH - 21ST 

MAY 

Bonjour Bourgee 

Stem + Glory 

“Yoga and veganism go hand in hand, so opening Cambridge’s 

first vegan café alongside CAMYOGA’s third yoga studio was 

a no-brainer for us. Plant-based eating is not only great for the 

environment, it’s fantastic for your body too. We’ve seen more 

and more customers who aren’t vegan or vegetarian coming in to 

enjoy our fast, fresh and healthy food. 

Stem + Glory only use the freshest, locally-sourced ingredients 

available and all of our food (including the pasta for our 

legendary lasagne and our vegan chocolate!) is homemade 

by our team of talented chefs in-house. Come in and try for 

yourself!” 

TUES-THURS 8:30AM - 10PM 

FRI-SAT 8:30AM - 11PM 

SUN-MON 8:30AM - 5PM 

Mitcham’s Corner, Unit 4, Above Evan’s Cycles, 

121 Chesterton Road, Cambridge, CB4 3AT 

Tel: 01223 324575 | www.stemandglory.uk 

Bourgee has taken over Bury St 

Edmunds’ Cupola House 

After months of anticipation, Bourgee has finally opened 

its doors in Bury St Edmunds. We can tell it’s already 

going to be a hit as Bourgee was in fact founded on 

the belief that luxury dining can be served at affordable 

prices. This is mirrored in their brunch, lunch and dinner 

menu which is graced with lots of delicious options. With 

restaurants already in Southend-on-Sea and Chelmsford, 

they’re famed for the steak and lobster. They even serve 

Sunday lunch, afternoon tea and have a menu entirely 

focused on gluten-free as well as one for the little ones. 

Look out for our review over the coming months. 

“As a truly iconic British market town, filled with heritage 

and culture, Bury St. Edmunds provided an immediate 

draw for us to establish our third site. Although we 

naturally want to put a Bourgee spin on the new venue, we 

understand how important Cupola House is to the local 

community, and want to ensure we remain true to the 

historical architecture of the space,” Bourgee Director, 

James Welling, told us ahead of the opening. 

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Cupola House, 7 The Traverse, Bury St Edmunds, 

IP33 1BJ | www.bourgeerestaurants.com

Kitchen Pin 

New At NOVI 

Regent Street’s ever-popular brunch and cocktail spot 

now has a roof terrace and could timing be any better? 

We very much look forward to sipping a cocktail (or 

two!) in the sunshine. Their sky-high cocktail bar will 

be open every Friday and Saturday until 3am. 

12 Regent Street, Cambridge, CB2 1DB 

Tel: 01223 518537 | www.novicambridge.co.uk 

MERRY 

NEW 

MENU 

The Merry Monk in Isleham have 

launched their new spring/summer menu! 

From honey and malt-glazed pork belly 

to Lowestoft herring, Suffolk chicken, 

hake, mussels, lobster, squid, duck, calves 

liver, they have just about everything 

covered. Alongside their new additions, 

they also have their range of steaks 

from the grill and their traditional fish 

and chips. Or how about their Cote de 

Boeuf or fish board to share? Sample for 

yourself in their peaceful garden. 

CHEEKY ECO NANDO’S 

British Sandwich Week 

14th - 20th May 

This month welcomes a week-long celebration 

of our favourite go-to snack - the sandwich! 

It’s Britain’s most iconic culinary invention 

and was coined by John Mantague, the 4th 

Earl of Sandwich when he ordered cold beef 

between two slices of toast to avoid getting up 

from his cards game. Did you know us Brits go 

through over 11.5 billion sandwiches each year 

and if you laid each one end to end it would go 

around the world 44 times! 

www.britishsandwichweek.com 

30 West Street, Isleham, Ely, CB7 5SB 

Tel: 01638 780900 

www.merry-monk.co.uk 

As if we needed another reason to go 

to Nando’s... they’re now 

eco-friendly! 

Chicken chain, Nando’s have opened 

a brand new store in Cambridge’s 

Leisure Park and it’s run completely on 

renewable energy. Not only this, it’s 

actually the first Nando’s in the world 

to be run this way. The roof, with 97 

solar panels, is designed to keep the 

restaurant insulated as well as catching 

rain water to keep the plants hydrated 

on the outside. The interior is quirky 

but still holds the international feel. 

As for the menu, thankfully this hasn’t 

changed. Oh and there’s even parking 

meaning getting your chicken is even 

less hassle... 

Cambridge Retail Park, CB5 8JL 

Tel: 01223 246568 

www.nandos.co.uk 


Our 

This month’s recipe courtesy of Waitrose 

Baked Mascarpone & Lemon Drizzle Cheesecake 

1. Preheat the oven to 160°C, gas mark 3. Line a 21cm loosebottomed 

cake tin with baking parchment. Blitz the hazelnuts in 

a food processor, then add the biscuits and pulse until you have 

coarse crumbs. Tip into a bowl and mix with the melted butter. 

Spoon into the base of the cake tin and press down well. 

2. Place the mascarpone cheese and soft cheese in a large bowl 

with 150g of the caster sugar, and mix together well. Stir in 

the flour, vanilla, the finely grated zest from the lemon and the 

lemon curd. Then beat in the eggs, one at a time, making sure 

one is incorporated before adding the next. 

3. Pour on top of the biscuit base. Tap gently to level out the 

surface, then place in the oven and bake for 1 hour. Turn off the 

oven, open the door and leave the cheesecake inside to cool. 

When totally cooled place in the fridge and chill for at least 3 

hours or for up to 24 hours. 

4. Meanwhile, make 

the lemon drizzle 

syrup. Slice the 

lemon thinly and 

place in a small saucepan with 

INGREDIENTS: 

• 75g blanched hazelnuts, toasted 

• 150g digestive biscuits 

• 75g butter, melted 

• 600g mascarpone cheese 

• 250g full fat soft cheese 

• 275g caster sugar 

• 2 tbsp plain flour 

• 1 tsp natural vanilla extract 

• 1 lemon 

• 100g lemon curd 

• 3 medium Waitrose British 

Blacktail Eggs 

• 300ml whipping cream 

the remaining caster sugar and 100ml of cold water. Bring to a 

gentle simmer for about 5 minutes until thickened and syrupy. 

Set aside to cool. 

5. When ready to serve whip the cream with a hand-held 

electric mixer until just thick with soft peaks. Spoon over the top 

of the chilled cheesecake. 

Decorate with the 

lemon slices and drizzle 

over the lemon syrup 

Serves 8-10 

Prep 20 mins + chilling 

Cook 1 hour

Food 

Words by Samantha Nice Photography by Richard Marsham 

Hear about Cambridge Cookery School’s 

much-loved neighbourhood café 

Founded by Tine Roche in 2008, Cambridge Cookery School 

have been going from strength to strength since moving into 

their new premises just off Hills Road in Cambridge around 18 

months ago. The initial idea was to offer a range of unique and 

inspiring cookery classes from experienced and friendly chefs 

which they soon mastered with ease. Their cookery school has 

won national acclaim for both its classes and exclusive culinary 

trips. Their kitchen is expertly equipped and is the ideal spot 

for interactive group activities. It’s a popular destination for all 

ages and offers a range of child-friendly and adult classes right 

through to hen parties and team building corporate events. 

In 2016, Tine decided to expand with the launch of their chic, 

on-site café, micro bakery and wine bar. “When we moved to 

our new heritage site here between 

“The space we 

have here is 

fantastic and 

I knew a café 

would work 

perfectly.” 

Homerton College and Hills Road 

Sixth Form, I wanted to bring 

something extra for our customers 

and visitors. The space we have here 

is fantastic and I knew a café would 

work perfectly,” Tine explains as she 

shows us around. Open from 8am 

Monday right through until Saturday, 

they serve a range of breakfast, lunch 

and snack options to both eat in or 

takeaway for those who are in a hurry. “In less than a year, we’ve 

become a popular hotspot for many locals and we’re inundated 

daily by local residents and business communities,” adds Tine. 

“Some call in to pick up a coffee and one of our homemade 

croissants first thing, whilst others will enjoy a coffee and sit down 

breakfast or perhaps meet friends here for lunch.” 

As we sat down sipping on a fresh coffee (coffee lovers – this is 

a must-visit!), Tine began talking us through their menu. “Both 

myself and co-owner Liz Young are really passionate about 

locally-sourced produce and we try to support nearby suppliers 

as much as we can. It means we are able to offer really fresh and 

high quality food to our customers and this is really reflected 

in the flavour,” she explains. Having been brought up in both 

Copenhagen and Stockholm, Tine has brought her Scandinavian 

culinary heritage to the menu whilst Liz, who grew up in Auckland 

and has travelled the world brings a variety of other influences. 

Between them both, the menu has been crafted to offer a range 

of Middle Eastern, Italian and Scandinavian delights as well as 

having a focus on vegetarian dishes. “Whilst a large proportion 

of our dishes are plant-based and suitable for vegetarians, we 

are able to add meat or fish for those who would like it. A lot 

of our customers enjoy our vegan offering and it’s becoming 

increasingly more popular to eat this way,” Tine explains as 

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Food 

Cambridge Cookery School 

Purbeck Road, Cambridge, CB2 8EB 

Tel: 01223 247620 

www.cambridgecookeryschool.com 

OPEN 

Monday - Friday 

8am - 5pm 

Saturday 

8am - midnight 

she fetched a barley and roasted courgette salad with yoghurt 

dressing and parma ham for me to try. The salads are all prepared 

fresh each day by Tine’s dedicated team. They are all bursting 

with colour as they lay in huge bowls on the counter. Also 

catching my eye, were their delicious homemade hot cross 

buns, breads and other seasonal sweet treats. The space has a 

really chilled vibe which is certainly enhanced by the buzz of the 

children’s cookery class happening next door and the friendly 

smiles from the staff. The views outside are typically reflective 

of Cambridge, with the bustle of students and aesthetic 

architecture. 

“Our menu is flexible and changes every day. It is usually 

dependent on the produce available from our suppliers. We get 

a lot of our produce from Croxton Park which is an organic, 

family-run estate in St Neots. We also use Kale and Damson who 

are another of our favourites here in Cambridge,” she adds. “Our 

Italian cured meats come from Rutland Charcuterie Company 

and we use them because they use high welfare animals. Italian 

cuisine is one of my personal favourites and it is great to be able 

to get such authentic flavour so close to home. I’ve never tasted 

anything quite like it outside of Italy.” 

Whilst their day time menus are proving so popular they’re now 

going to be open Sundays too, it’s their Saturday night bistro 

which really took my fancy. The last few months have seen 

Saturday nights offering a range of vibrant sharing platters. 

Graced with homemade breads and dishes, each is set apart 

by their opposing cuisine and diners are able to choose from 

Japanese, Middle Eastern, Spanish or Italian. There are also a 

range of fine wines from local vineyards and speciality cocktails 

to really make your evening. So if you’re looking for something a 

little different to do one Saturday evening, gather a few friends or 

take a loved one along. 


Exciting food in a gorgeous waterside setting 

SET LUNCH MENU 

2 courses £17.50 

3 courses £22.50 

AFTERNOON TEA 

Tuddenham Mill afternoon tea £18.50 

Champagne afternoon tea £27.00 

For more information please visit: 

www.tuddenhammill.co.uk 

info@tuddenhammill.co.uk | 01638 713552 

High Street, Tuddenham, Nr. Newmarket, Suffolk IP28 6SQ

Cheers to English Wine! 

Word on the grapevine is that English Wine Week is just around the corner so we 

caught up with Cambridge-based independent drinks specialist, Thirsty 

Drink 

English Wine Week is the ideal time to celebrate and enjoy one 

of our growing industries. English wines have been going from 

strength to strength with an unprecedented number of vineyards 

being planted each year. Somewhere between global warming 

and tough exchange rates, the real story is shining through. 

English vineyards have something to offer... The terroir (wine 

speak for the unique combination of soil and climate) is 

producing wine not just of good quality, but also with 

individuality, character and style. Nearly 

every article sings out about the 

number of awards English 

wines are scooping at 

international wine 

English 

Wine Week 

27th May - 

4th June 

trade awards 

and quoting 

stats on the 

number 

of 

vineyards, but where do you start if you just want to enjoy a 

glass of homegrown English wine? 

Although there are red, white and rosé wines produced in 

England (and Wales), sparkling has been the biggest story 

to date. Chalky south-facing slopes and a longer season of 

warmer weather create the right environment to produce 

Champagne style wines made in the traditional method which 

allows us to rival our French counterparts on their top fizz 

with great success. Blind wine tastings with experts prove 

this to be true, as does the investment on our shores of some 

of the great Champagne houses including Tattinger and 

Pommery who are looking for a piece of the action. 

But do not overlook the still wines... Champagne grapes are 

clearly working well here so these are good styles to opt for. 

We all love a cool climate elegant Chardonnay or Pinot Noir 

be it from Burgundy, Australia and USA, and you can add 

English wines into this list. Other grape varieties working 

well in the UK are ‘Germanic’ such as Bacchus and Müller 

Thurgau. They are fresh and lively wines with many flavours 

that we associate with England green apple, elderflower 

coupled with zesty lime and grapefruit and on occasion a 

delicate flinty note. 

1. Castle Brook, £29.90, Thirsty, Chesterton Road 

Planted on an old Roman vineyard in Herefordshire, 

produced from the three ‘Champagne’ varieties Pinot Noir, 

Pinot Meunier and Chardonnay in the traditional Brut style. 

A deliciously delicate fizz with a hint of lemon blossom, 

brioche and toasty notes this wine has been described as 

‘Summer in a glass’. Perfect. 

2. Bolney Wine Estate Pinot Noir 2015, £18 

www.bolneywineestate.com 

Cherry, bacon and cedar this will take you through a meal 

from roast chicken or pork to a berry pudding and even works 

with cheese. 

Thirsty Cambridge 

46 Chesterton Road, Cambridge, CB4 1EN 

Tel: 01223 464436 

www.wearethirsty.co.uk 

3. Giffords Hall Bacchus, £14.50, www.giffordshall.co.uk 

Produced locally near Bury St Edmunds, this is a great 

alternative to yet more New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc - crisp, 

fresh acidity with elderflower and a hint of gooseberry. 

The richness of fruit and flint makes this wine individual. 


Food 

A True 

Treat 

Take a look at what Tuddenham Mill’s 

seasonal set lunch menu has to offer and 

perhaps book a stay in one of their 

new contemporary Nooks 

Tuddenham Mill 

High Street, Tuddenham, IP28 6SQ 

Tel: 01638 713552 


Having been awarded 3 AA rosettes at the beginning 

of the year, Tuddenham Mill are now one of only two 

locations in the county to hold this accreditation and 

we are certainly not surprised. They’re famed within the 

area for their picturesque setting, exceptional food and 

stunning accommodation so we headed along to sample 

their new spring lunch menu… oh, and take a peek at their 

new contemporary Meadow Nooks! 

Tuddenham Mill’s award-winning kitchen team is headed 

up by Lee Bye who has been crafting delicious dishes 

since he started here in 2014. “I love creating exciting, 

contemporary menus which are reflective of the seasons 

and the fantastic local produce we have on offer across the 

region,” he explains as he is talking us through today’s set 

lunch menu. 

“I love spring as there is just so much on offer and it really 

enables me to play with certain flavours. Asparagus is one 

of my favourites at the moment and it’s really at its best 

at the moment. We get ours just down the road from 

Tilbrooks and the taste is like no other,” explains Lee. 

Following this, we thought it was only best we sampled the 

asparagus starter which is served with Worlington goose 

egg, wild garlic and Pecorino. We also opted for Reg’s 

duck liver parfait which was served on brioche and topped 

with glazed hearts and land cress. Lee was right. The 

asparagus really was like no other and the stalks were thick 

and packed full of flavour. The colouring was impressive 

and the goose egg was poached to perfection. This was a 

satisfying start for what was to follow. The duck liver parfait 

was light yet incredibly rich as it lay on the sweet light 

brioche. This too packed a flavoursome punch. 

When it came to the main event, we again welcomed 

the advice, this time of the waitress. “The Breckland 

lamb is sensational and it’s been our most popular,” as 

she explained the accompanying elements as well as 

detailing some of the other 

“I love creating 

exciting, 

contemporary 

menus which 

are reflective 

of the seasons.” 

dishes on offer. We also 

chose the hake which was 

a hard decision as it was up 

against Cavenham Heath 

muntjac and king oyster 

mushroom. As with all 

of their dishes, they are 

presented beautifully and 

each is a piece of culinary 

art in its own right with the 

striking colouring and unique arrangement. The local lamb 

was a generous size and oozed flavour. It was served with 

kofta ragout, yoghurt, mint and St Edmunds ale which all 

complemented each other in different ways. “This dish 

combines a unique mix of simple flavours to create a new 

take on lamb. It’s been a popular one for us already and the 

lamb we source from Breckland in Norfolk,” Lee tells us. 

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Food 

Words by Samantha Nice Photography by Mecha Morton 

The hake ‘tranche’ was seriously generous 

and flaked with ease. It had a delicate 

flavour which wasn’t overpowering but the 

brown shrimps served alongside it were a 

welcome touch. This too was served with 

the Mill’s favourite asparagus, Fenland 

cauliflower and sobrasada. 

Dessert sparked yet more flavoursome 

fireworks. As a serious chocolate lover, I 

was reeled in by sea buckthorn posset with 

Pump Street chocolate and hazelnut oil and 

what a choice it was. The creamy orange 

posset was divine and the rich chocolate 

crumb worked perfectly. This was a real 

winner for me and really rounded it off 

nicely. The Jonagold apple with buffalo 

ricotta, village honey and filo also made 

the cut. The apple was drenched in honey 

and the pistachios and filo again added a 

welcome crunch. 

Having thoroughly enjoyed 3 courses 

(which may I add is priced at only £22.50!), 

I felt pleasantly satisfied and not at all 

overwhelmed. They certainly opt for quality 

over quantity and each dish was faultless. I 

can certainly see why they’ve gained the 3 

AA rosettes and would suggest a visit with 

friends, family or a loved one. The setting is 

unique in that it can be suitable to a casual 

affair or to mark a special occasion and 

there seemed to be a mix of both whilst 

we dined. 

After, we took a look around their new 

Nooks which are placed out in the meadow 

by the mill stream. They’re rustic yet 

romantic and are certainly deceiving when 

it comes to size. The interior is well thought 

out and has everything you need for an 

uninterrupted stayover. They really feel 

as though you’re completely secluded. 

The wood-fired hot tub, floating beds and 

elegant interior were the highlights for me. 

Oh and their signature Missoni dressing 

gowns and ESPA goodies… 


Food 

TOP TASTING MENUS 

Why have 1 or 2 courses when you can have up to 10? We’ve rounded up a few 

of the best tasting menus across the region 

1. TUDDENHAM MILL 

Award-winning chef Lee Bye and his team 

have crafted a unique 6-course tasting 

menu which uses traditional ingredients 

to create contemporary flavours. Dishes 

include smoked venison and duck yolk, 

Denham Estate lamb, strawberry Italian 

meringue and theres even a flight of wine 

with each. 

6 COURSES: £55 

+ £30 FOR WINE FLIGHT 

High Street, Tuddenham, IP28 6SQ 

Tel: 01638 713552 


2. THE MERRY MONK 

Choose from The Merry Monk’s 5 of 

7-course tasting menu and sample 

their range of locally-sourced Modern 

European and British dishes. There’s 

crispy hen’s eggs, thai pork and duck balls, 

scallops, cured salmon and vanilla and 

pollen panna cotta to name a few. 

5 COURSES: £47.50 


30 West Street, Isleham, Ely, CB7 5SB 

Tel: 01638 780900 

www.merry-monk.co.uk 

3. LONG MELFORD SWAN 

Long Melford’s Michelin listed boutique 

has a 6-course tasting menu on offer 

complete with wine flight to accompany 

each course. There’s Norfolk quail, king 

scallops, dry aged beef wellington and 

other seasonal delights. 


OR WITH WINE FLIGHT £99 

Hall Street, Long Melford, CO10 9JQ 

Tel: 01787 464545 

www.longmelfordswan.co.uk 

4. ALIMENTUM 

Cambridge’s Michelin-star restaurant, 

Alimentum are famed for their tasting 

menu offering at both lunch and dinner. 

Inspired by Modern European cuisine, 

lunch welcomes mackerel, hake, calves 

liver and even a Battenberg and black 

forest dessert, whilst dinner offers a 

80-day aged beef Hannan. Chef Patron, 

Mark Poynton, has certainly produced a 

show-stopper. 

7-COURSE LUNCH: £60 

7-COURSE DINNER: £80 

152-154 Hills Road, Cambridge, CB2 8RJ 

Tel: 01223 413000 

www.restaurantalimentum.co.uk 


Food 

1921 

THE HOLE IN THE WALL 

MIDSUMMER HOUSE 

Zack Deakins, 1921‘s chef patron, follows 

an unconventional approach with relaxed 

service and fine dining offering. Unlike your 

usual tasting menu, take your pick from 

their choice of starters, mains and desserts 

to construct your chosen 7 courses. 

Seasonal dishes include Lobster, crab, quail. 

local beef, hake, crayfish, Gressingham 

duck, Denham estate venison, dark 

chocolate mousse with rhubarb and 

pistachio, panna cotta and parfait. 

7 COURSES: £70 + £50 FOR WINE FLIGHT 

19-21 Angel Hill, Bury St Edmunds 

IP33 1UZ. Tel: 01284 704870 

www.nineteen-twentyone.co.uk 

Located in Little Wilbraham, The Hole 

in the Wall is run by masterchef finalist 

and chef Alex Rushmer and boast two 

AA rosettes. Their tasting menu is only 

available on Saturday evenings but is one 

to impress. Inspired by the seasons, there 

are an abundance of unexpected flavours 

and pairings. Each is accompanied by an 

exclusive wine to enhance the flavour. 



2 High Street, Little Wilbraham 

Cambridge, CB21 5JY 

Tel: 01223 812282 

www.holeinthewallcambridge.com 

Set in a Victorian villa besides the banks 

of the River Cam, Midsummer House has 

rightly earned itself 2 Michelin stars and 5 

AA rosettes. Chef patron, Daniel Clifford 

has devised a stunning 5-course lunch 

and 8-course dinner menu which provides 

a beautiful balance of quality flavours. 

There are unique ingredients such as spelt 

risotto, roasted Anjou pigeon, aerated 

pear, red mullet and octopus. 

5-COURSE LUNCH: £56.50 

8-COURSE DINNER: £120 

Midsummer Common, Cambridge 

CB4 1HA. Tel: 01223 369299 

www.midsummerhouse.co.uk 

THE NORTHGATE THE WHITE PHEASANT THE KINGS HEAD 

The latest edition to Bury St Edmunds 

flourishing restaurant scene, The 

Northgate (part of the multi award-winning 

Chestnut Group) has created a number 

of tasting options to be enjoyed at their 

very special Chef’s Table in the heart of the 

kitchen where you can witness first-hand 

a busy kitchen team in action. Their ever 

changing tasting menus use the finest local 

ingredients combined with the most up 

to date cooking techniques to produce a 

truly unique experience. Vegetarian tasting 

menus are also available upon request. 

5-COURSE DINNER: FROM £50 

Northgate Street, Bury St Edmunds, 

IP33 1HP. Tel: 01284 339604 

www.thenorthgate.com 

Head chef, Calvin Holland, has crafted a 

unique menu which is centered upon the 

changing seasons. Sourcing all ingredients 

locally, Calvin has constructed both a 

5-course ‘surprise’ and a 7-course menu 

which is full of traditional British classics 

with a twist. Cured mackerel, wild garlic 

gnocci and roasted cod, lamb loin and dark 

chocolate fondant with passion fruit sorbet 

are just some of what can be expected. 





21 Market Street, Fordham, Ely, CB7 5LQ 

Tel: 01638 720414 

www.whitepheasant.com 

Head Chef, Joe Dean, shares his passion 

for food and innovative dining, sourcing 

ingredients from local suppliers to add a 

modern twist to classic cuisine. With no 

set tasting menu in place, be prepared for 

a whirlwind of different flavours which are 

reflective of the seasons. Choose as many 

courses as you desire and don’t forget the 

accompanying wine flight on offer! 

PRICE DEPENDANT ON NUMBER OF 

COURSES 

1 Stetchworth Road, Dullingham 

Tel: 01638 507702 

www.kingsheaddullingham.com 


Food 

Not So Run 

Of The Mill 

Hear about the delicious flavours on 

offer at Cambridge’s Quy Mill 

Quy Mill Hotel and Spa sits just off the A14, within the limits of 

the picturesque village of Stow-Cum-Quy. Driving up to the mill, 

which was rebuilt on this spot around 1830 and only ceased bread 

production in 1948, you get a sense of the old traditions but also 

a view that now, in its current form as a hotel and spa, fresh 

things are happening with the newer buildings around it. 

I was greeted by Tony Murdock, the General Manager, in 

the spacious reception area and, as he leads me in to one 

of the conservatory style dining spaces, he explains that 

the hotel has been recently awarded four silver stars by 

the AA board and are looking for a red star in about a year 

and a half. This is not an easy feat but you can tell by his 

passion he doesn’t want the place to remain ‘run of the 

mill’ so to speak. 

Shortly after being seated, looking out on to the rolling 

Cambridgeshire fields, I met Head Chef, Gavin Murphy, 

who brought out the first course. He explains that it is his 

version of ‘Surf n Turf’ for special guests and from what was laid 

before me on the table; the ingredients of this dish couldn’t have 

been any more generous. 

The slice of delicately pan-fried foie gras was graced with a juicy 

looking King Scallop. Upon the perfectly cooked shellfish was 

tomato fondue with caper popcorn and beef jus around the outside 

to finish the dish. From the first mouthful the buttery richness 

of the fork-soft foie gras seemed to effortlessly complement the 

searing of the plump scallop. I could tell from the first mouthful 

that we were in good hands with chef. 

The accompanying factors of the dish also played their parts. The 

tomato and the capers keep the flavours gracefully dancing on the 

tongue like a Russian ballet and the drizzle of beef jus bonded the 

elements together well. 

The Donegal chef comes across as very customer-orientated and 

loves to give the public what they want and whilst some chefs are 

losing themselves in the hunt for 

“We are 

stepping up 

another level 

here so we can 

hopefully get a 

third rosette.” 

Michelin stardom, he knows his goal. 

“We are stepping up another level 

here so we can hopefully get a third 

rosette, that will mean creating brand 

new dishes and will hopefully be 

introducing them very soon, the third 

is very achievable,” he said. 

With my first fully empty plate I could 

not have agreed more with Gavin. 

This was replaced by the main course, 

a canon of sirloin beef, baby carrots, Dauphinoise potatoes, pea 

purée and a hotel special ‘Quy Ketchup’. In a separate copper pan, 

sat an ox tail and cheek pie with a slice of crispy pancetta sticking 

out of the top. 

The main dish was delicious. The creaminess of the cubed potato, 

the pink beef and the zing that the ketchup gave were great but for 

me there was a standout part to this course. 

The chef informed me not only does the meat for the pie braise for 

a full three days, but his customers actually ask for this as a dish on 

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Food 

Words by Kevin Hurst Photography by Mecha Morton 

Quy Mill Hotel & Spa 

Church Road, Stow-cum-Quy 

Cambridge, CB25 9AF 

Tel: 01223 293383 

www.cambridgequymill.co.uk 

its own. I could totally see why. 

The creamy mash on top revealed the shredded treasure beneath. It 

melted in the mouth and gave a soul food experience that seemed 

to cuddle you like a dear friend. I could quite honestly have had a 

whole bowl of that and done my Oliver part in asking for more. This 

was the highlight of the meal for me. 

On how his menu works, Gavin explained he is open to trying new 

dishes and go wherever his mood takes him. “We have a golden rule 

to change with the seasons but sometimes we get fed up of looking 

at the same dishes, we might then change a dish or the entire 

menu,” he explained. 

Dessert was my final plate to the table, Vanilla panna cotta, 

raspberry macaroon, and glazed fig with brandy snap. The plump 

panna cotta shimmered and wobbled perfectly and the taste of 

vanilla gave a somewhat refreshing morsel to the boldness of the 

course before it. Breaking the macaroon’s crisp exterior gave way to 

the soft sugary sweetness of the raspberry filling and the fig gave a 

balanced calmness to the rest of the slate plate. 

Gavin can see his food gradually improving to the three rosette 

standard in the future and even though he may not be looking for 

Michelin stars, I can definitely see it in the future for this very lovely 

place and their passionate Irish chef. 


Food 

Redefining The Classics 

Industry-leading hospitality team, The Chestnut Group, 

have reinvented Woodditton’s village pub with an 

enviable menu and charming setting 

The Chestnut Group are back with 

yet another venture - The Blackbirds 

Inn located just 3 miles outside of 

Newmarket. Following the huge 

success of The Northgate in Bury 

St Edmunds which opened at the 

end of last year as well as the group’s 

three other hotspots; The Rupert 

Brooke in Grantchester, The White 

Horse in Easton and the much-loved 

Packhorse Inn in Moulton, Philip 

Turner and his team have been going 

from strength to strength since their 

inception in 2012. They have firmly 

established themselves within the 

region for offering a fine hospitality 

experience. 

Each of their five locations has 

something different to offer and this 

uniqueness is what sets them apart. It 

also means we like visiting each for a 

different reason! 

Located in the quaint village of 

Woodditton, The Blackbirds Inn, 

formerly The Three Blackbirds, has 

undergone a sensitive but noticeable 

refurbishment. After attaining the 

property in August of last year, the 

site was in need of a little TLC to 

bring it up to The Chestnut Group’s 

standards. “The opportunity for us 

to acquire The Three Blackbirds was 

incredibly exciting. The Packhorse Inn, 

has been an overwhelming success 

and incredibly well supported by the 

local community. We look forward to 

extending this with The Blackbirds Inn, 

but with an altogether more relaxed 

hospitality experience,” Philip Turner, 

Founder of The Chestnut Group, told 

us. 

Relaxed is certainly the vibe we got 

when welcomed by the team just days 

after the opening. The décor is similar 

to that of The Packhorse Inn, with its 

17th century features and individual 

character. It has an instantly ‘at-home’ 

feel to it which is undoubtedly down to 

the friendly faces and elegant interior. 

The casual and welcoming nature 

is also reflected in their extensive 

dining menu. Similarly, to their other 

four sites, they pride themselves on 

offering the very best of seasonal 

and local produce which is in keeping 

with our favourite pub classics. The 

menu is graced with everything from 

various steak cuts to their ‘pie of the 

week’, Newmarket bangers and mash 

and their ‘fish of the day’. New to the 

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Food 

scene are their range of homemade pizzas 

from their in-house, stone-baked pizza 

oven. It’s ‘The Newmarket’ which caught 

our attention… It’s topped with pulled 

pork, caramelised apple and Suffolk Gold 

cheese. If you’re just fancying a light bite, 

they have of course got this covered too 

on their sandwich menu. 

If you’re in to your Sunday lunches, 

you will have no doubt experienced the 

delights of The Packhorse but there’s now 

even more choice over at The Blackbirds 

Inn. Choose from traditional roast beef or 

pork or take your pick from the Sunday 

specials. 

All are served with seasonal veggies and 

traditional trimmings. If you’ve got little 

ones, they’ve also got this covered with 

their homemade smaller plates and wait 

for this… they’ve even got a dog’s menu. 

Yes… a menu for our furry four-legged 

friends! Count us in. 

The face behind the group’s elegant 

menus is their executive chef, Dan 

Grigg. “It’s been a pleasure to craft yet 

another exclusive menu for the latest 

location in our portfolio. The food here 

is best described as wholesome, hearty 

traditional pub food which is cooked 

brilliantly. We’ve set out to redefine 

quality pub food as this has been 

somewhat side-lined with the growth 

of gastropubs. The menu here is based 

about everyone’s favourite pub classics 

which a few interested additions like our 

cajun-rubbed bream and the new stonebaked 

pizzas. The initial feedback from 

our customers has been overwhelmingly 

positive and I’m really excited about what 

is to come here,” Dan tells us. 

Whether you’re popping in for a midweek 

pint, a hearty pub dinner or perhaps 

a quick lunch, The Blackbirds Inn really do 

have it all. If you’re perhaps celebrating a 

special occasion, why not take a look at 

The Gun Room – a private area for larger 

parties. Timing couldn’t have been better 

as it’s now open just in time for the racing 

season to begin! 

Watch this space as work will soon 

begin on the nine bedrooms which are 

scheduled to open in spring of next year. 

The Blackbirds Inn 

Ditton Green 

Woodditton, CB8 9SQ 

Tel: 01638 731100 

www.theblackbirdsinn.com 


Local Events 

Gin O’Clock - Gin & Food Tour 

Calling all gin lovers! This month, Cambridge Food Tour are offering a 3-hour scenic walking 

tour throughout Cambridge to taste a variety of fine local gins. Sip on a gin cocktail at 

a trendy liquor loft and finish with a tasting of 4 different gins. The final gin is unique in 

production, method and flavour and is perfectly paired with a fine Tapas dessert created by 

their favourite local Spanish chef at one of the top watering holes in Cambridge. 

Saturday 20th May | 11:15am - 2:15pm | Historic Centre, Cambridge, CB2 3AD 

£69.50 | www.cambridgefoodtour.com 

What’s On 

Take a look at the various events happening in the local area this month 

The 2017 Bury Festival 

The Bury Festival is back this year with yet another jam-packed 

10-day timetable. With a wide range of music, theatre, film and 

exhibitions hosted in different venues and spaces throughout 

the historic town, there’s lots on offer. 

From international artists to home-grown talent, there are 

over 59 events going on this year including Edwin Sanz Salsa 

Orchestra - a special one-off performance by the ten piece 

band voted 'Best Latin act' by the legendary Glastonbury 

Festival. Also performing are Clare Teal & her Mini Big Band, 

Takacs Quartet, Aurora, Rick Wakeman: Piano Portraits, 

Tallis Scholars, Suffolk Philharmonic 

Orchestra, West Suffolk Jazz, 

National Youth Music 

Theatre, The Light 

Princess, Flute Fantasia 

with Sir James & Lady 

Galway and many 

more. For a full 

guide as to what 

is on, head over 

to their website 

or to book tickets 

contact The Apex, 

Bury St Edmunds. 

Friday 19th - Sunday 

28th May 

Various venues 

throughout 

Bury St Edmunds 

www.buryfestival.co.uk 

Whitsun Fayre 

Two TV gardeners are helping the Bury St Edmunds’ popular 

Whitsun Fayre bloom this spring as it celebrates its 20th 

anniversary. Katie Rushworth from ITV’s Love Your Garden and 

Joe Swift from BBC 2’s flagship gardening show Gardeners' 

World will be talking about their work and answering gardening 

questions in Bury St Edmunds town centre over the Whitsun 

Bank Holiday weekend. 

The free event, which started as a flower and plant market 20 

years ago has now grown to a fun-filled family weekend that’s 

not just for the green-fingered. This year it will once again see 

Angel Hill hosting the motorsports show that was part of the 

event for the first time last year. Other attractions include 

fairground rides, the ever-popular urban beach, a range of stalls 

and animals at the family-favourite mini-farm. 

Chief Executive of Ourburystedmunds Mark Cordell 

said: “You could say we are going back to our garden 

roots with this year’s anniversary event. We’re focusing 

on flowers, plants and gardening and with Katie and 

Joe’s help on Sunday and Monday respectively, we 

will have an entertaining and informative programme 

on the stage outside Moyse's Hall. As we are 

immediately after the Chelsea Flower Show we 

hope people who’ve been inspired by watching 

it on TV will want to find out how to create 

similar gardens at home.” 

Sunday 28th & Monday 29th May 

10am - 4pm 

www.burystedmundsfestivals.com 


Come and visit the 

Courtyard at Elveden 

We are open every day over 

the Bank Holiday weekends 

Start with a spot of shopping, flowed by Lunch 

or our renowned Afternoon Tea. 

Bookings not always required; Just give your 

details to the restaurant when you arrive, 

enjoy a good browse around the shops, and we 

will call you to your table when its ready. 

To make a booking; call 01842 898068 

Mon-Sat 9-5pm 

www.elvedencourtyard.com 

Elveden Courtyard IP24 3TJ

Local Events 

Newmarket Racecourses 

With the season well underway, May welcomes the 

much-loved QIPCO Guineas Festival on Saturday 6th 

and Sunday 7th May at The Rowley Mile. Later this month 

sees The Spring Meeting which starts on Thursday 18th 

May and also runs on Friday 19th May and Saturday 19th 

May. For more information on the races that day, head 

over to their website. Following on from this, thoughts 

soon turn to The Moët & Chandon July Festival. 

Have you sorted your outfit yet? 

The Rowley Mile, Newmarket, CB8 0TF 

www.newmarketracecourses.co.uk 

Coming Up Next Month... 

Strawberries & Creem Festival 2017 

Strawberries & Creem which once started 

as a garden party for just 1,000, is 

now Cambridge’s biggest and most 

popular music festival. Held 

once again at Haggis Farm in 

Cambridge, this year is set to 

be bigger than ever. Previous 

guests which have graced 

the main stage include the 

likes of Nelly, Kano, Skepta, 

Shy FX, Big Narstie and 

many more but this year be 

prepared for Mr Boombastic 

himself - Shaggy, UK rapper 

songwriter Wiley, AJ Tracey, 

So Solid Crew, Artful Dodger and 

many many more. Whilst they can’t 

guarantee sunshine, they can certainly 

promise a great day filled with top-class music. 

Deliveroo are once again sponsoring the event and will 

be bringing lots of delicious independent food trucks as 

well as VIP guest areas and party packages. Be sure to get 

your tickets before they sell out. 

Saturday 17th June 

Haggis Farm, Cambridge, CB23 7PZ | £40 

www.strawberriesandcreem.com 

Ely Cathedral Science Festival 

A month-long event of interactive fun and discovery exploring 

science and the natural world through art, music, exhibitions and 

fun activities for all ages. 

Starting from Friday 19th May | 10am - 4pm 

Ely Cathedral, Ely, CB7 4DL 

www.elycathedral.org 

The Cambridge Club Festival 

Here’s another exciting new festival for Cambridge - 

The Cambridge Club. Also taking place at Haggis Farm, 

this is focused entirely upon offering good food, drink 

and music. An extensive range of local and national gin 

brands will be poured alongside champagne, local ciders 

and ales, and other premium spirits. When it comes to 

food, they’re putting on a real banquet with the help of 

local independent food traders such as Fired Up Pizza, 

Great British Sausage Co and Churros. Music wise, Craig 

Charles Funk & Soul Club will be headlining and there will 

be 3 stages housing over 20 acts offering almost every 

genre. Think motown, funk and soul and even those 80’s 

disco classics. 

Sunday 18th June | 12:30 - 9pm 

Haggis Farm, Cambridge, CB23 7PZ | £10 

www.thecambridgeclub.co 


Racing 

A Day at The Races 

Newmarket Racecourses is the perfect 

day out with family and friends. Whether 

you’re a regular at the Champions Lawn or 

you enjoy your own picnic and children’s 

entertainment in the Family Enclosure, 

we’ve got the lowdown on the best packages 

for a great day’s racing. 

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Racing 

To discover more about the 

fantastic race days at Newmarket 

this season, or to book a premium 

hospitality package, visit or call: 

www.newmarketracecourses.co.uk 

0344 579 3010 

For the ultimate treat 

Returning to this year’s QIPCO Guineas Festival is the Winning 

Post Pavilion, an exclusive experience at the heart of all the racing 

action. The Pavilion is located in the ultra-exclusive area on the 

far side of the track where you will feel the thunder of the horses 

galloping towards you, witness the champions pass the winning 

post, whilst enjoying an amazing hospitality experience. This year’s 

dining options include an exquisite Afternoon Tea created by 2015 

Great British Bake Off Star, Ian Cumming on Saturday 6th May, as 

well as a three-course meal, Champagne reception and exclusive 

trips to the starting stalls. 

For a family day out 

Family fun days at Newmarket offer great value for money, great 

racing and lots of off-track entertainment to keep the little ones 

occupied all day long. At the QIPCO Guineas Festival there’s a 

brand new Pony Club Zone on the Boulevard Lawn where kids can 

join The Jockey School and learn to race like Frankie Dettori, meet 

a real racehorse and try equipment and silks with assistance from 

expert jockey coaches. There will also be farriery demonstrations, 

Pony Club Mini Cinema, bouncy castles, a bungee run and more! 

When the racing turns to the Adnams July Course in the summer, 

there’s a themed programme of events for the kids. Entertainment 

includes a Super Hero Training Camp, Rowley’s Kids Club, rural 

themes activities with animals, inflatable games and face painting. 

For the stylish couple 

The Moët & Chandon July Festival between 13th and 15th July is 

the hottest Festival of the summer. Encompassing Ladies Day, 

Gentleman’s Day and Darley July Cup Day, it’s the ultimate 

weekend for thrilling racing, the finest outfits and the highly 

contested Best Dressed Competitions. If you’ve attended 

this Festival before and you’re looking for something extra 

special, we’d recommend trying the Moët & Chandon Dining 

Experience; pairing Champagne, fine dining and horseracing. 

Located in the Trackside Pavilions, guests will enjoy mouthwatering 

dishes with specially paired champagnes; the ultimate 

treat on this great weekend of racing. 

For a summer’s party 

The races is a great day out for a variety of celebrations and 

there’s plenty of entertainment to suit all crowds. The feel-good 

Friday Newmarket Nights are back from the 23rd June providing 

racegoers with fantastic racing and a great night of entertainment. 

This years acts include Little Mix, The Jacksons, Culture Club, 

James, Chase & Status DJ Set and Olly Murs. 

For the racing enthusiast 

Throughout the year, Newmarket Racecourses host some 

of the best Flat racing in the world. The feature race at The 

QIPCO Guineas Festival, The QIPCO 2000 Guineas, is one of 

Newmarket’s Group 1 races, which is open to three-year-old colts 

and boasts an impressive roll of honour including the legendary 

racehorse Frankel. 

In the autumn, The Gold Season begins with the Cambridgeshire 

Meeting, from 28th until 30th September. The three day 

event features top class racing, including the famous Betfred 

Cambridgeshire Heritage Handicap. The race, which is the first leg 

of the historic Autumn Double, is an amazing spectacle to behold 

as thirty horses thunder up The Rowley Mile. 

The second Autumn Double is The Betfred Cesarewitch, which is 

held at the iconic Future Champions Festival, the highlight of the 

Gold Season. Held between the 13th and 14th October, The Dubai 

Future Champions Festival features Autumn Ladies Day, amazing 

racing and fantastic entertainment. 


Racing 

Hotspots 

We’ve rounded up a few 

of the best local places 

to dine and stay over the 

racing season 

Bedford Lodge Hotel & Spa 

Visit 

Thai Street Café 

1. Bedford Lodge Hotel & Spa 

The Bedford Lodge Hotel and Spa have 

everything you could possibly need if 

you’re not local to the area. Set in 3 acres 

of secluded gardens, this characteristic 

country house is full of charm and 

character. Book to stay in one of their 

modern 4 Red Star luxury rooms and stay 

for breakfast the next morning too. If 

you don’t need a room for the night, how 

about dining in their 2AA Rosette Squires 

Restaurant? They pride themselves on 

using the very best local produce which 

they source from a range of suppliers 

within a 50 mile radius. They also have 

a gym on site and 5 Bubble rated spa 

complex which would make for the perfect 

unwind pre or post race day. 

Bury Road, Newmarket, CB8 7BX 

Tel: 01638 676130 

www.bedfordlodgehotelspa.co.uk 

2. The Packhorse Inn 

If you’re looking for award-winning food 

and a luxury stay over, The Packhorse Inn 

in Moulton is a wise choice. They have 

won numerous awards for their boutique 

offering and their luxurious 5* rooms are 

relaxed but indulgent. When it comes to 

their menu, it is all based around seasonal 

and local produce and is a firm favourite 

with the locals. 

Bridge Street, Moulton 

CB8 8SP. Tel: 01638 751818 

www.thepackhorseinn.com 

3. The Pantry 

East Anglia, and Suffolk in particular, is 

renowned for its fantastic produce. Whilst 

in the heart of the region, why not make 

the most of it at The Pantry. Their all-day 

menu is jam-packed with beautifully fresh 

and deliciously flavoursome dishes which 

have been lovingly created from the 

most local ingredients in the area. Their 

breakfast and brunch menu is always top 

of our list! 

Unit 17 & 18 The Guineas 

Newmarket, CB8 8EQ 

Tel: 01638 661181 

www.thepantryfinefoods.com 

4. The Tack Room 

The Tack Room is The Pantry’s sister 

restaurant and they too have an all-day 

dining offering sourced with the region’s 

best local produce. Located on the same 

site as the National Heritage Centre for 

Horseracing and Sporting Art why not take 

a quick look around whilst you’re there. By 

night, The Tack Room transforms into an 

elegant restaurant and cocktail bar, with an 

extensive range of fine food and fine wines. 

Weather permitting, their outdoor terrace 

is a secluded yet stunning spot. 

Palace Street, Newmarket 

CB8 8EP. Tel: 01638 666390 

www.thetackroomblog.com 

5. Best Western Heath Court Hotel 

If you’re looking for somewhere to stay 

nearby, the convenience of the Heath 

Court Hotel’s location is hard to beat. 

It’s perfectly placed in the centre of the 

historic town of Newmarket and has 

plenty of parking. The famous Warren Hill 

gallops are just a stone’s throw away, whilst 

all the amenities of the town centre are 

only around the corner. Their restaurant 

is also open throughout the day, meaning 

you can have breakfast in the morning or 

perhaps dinner when you return from a 

day of racing. 

Moulton Road, Newmarket, CB8 8DY 

Tel: 01638 667171 

www.bw-heathcourt.co.uk 

6. Thai Street Café 

Located at the top of Newmarket’s high 

street, Thai Street Café are famed for their 

authentic and fresh Thai street food. It’s 

the ideal pit stop for a quick refuel after 

the last race. Eat in and make the most 

of their speciality cocktail list or grab a 

takeaway on your way home. 

26-28 The High Street 

Newmarket, CB8 8LB 

Tel: 01638 674123 

www.thaistreetcafe.co.uk 


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7. Coffee & Co. 

Situated just off Newmarket’s high street 

on the corner of Sun Lane and Palace 

Street, Coffee & Co. is the town’s go-to 

cafe for a quick snack or leisurely lunch. 

They also boast an outdoor terrace for 

those warmer days. Pop in for a coffee, 

cake or even breakfast or lunch. They also 

offer picnics to take away which are ideal 

for racing season. 

12-14 Palace Street 

Newmarket, CB8 8EP 

Tel: 01638 611000 

www.coffeeandco.info 

8. Newmarket Boutique Apartments 

Here’s another if you’re coming from a 

far... Newmarket Boutique Apartments are 

a range of luxurious serviced apartments 

on one of Newmarket’s most prestigious 

roads. Each of their stylish rooms are 

complete with WiFi, free parking and 

are conveniently located just a mile from 

the A14. They’re stylish, elegant and 

welcoming and make for the perfect ‘home 

from home’ whilst visiting the racecourses. 

54 Bury Road, Newmarket 

CB8 7BT. Tel: 01638 667115 

www.newmarketboutiqueaparthotel.co.uk 

9. The Red Lion 

Located just outside of Newmarket in the 

village of Cheveley, The Red Lion offers 

a relaxed mixture of pub and restaurant 

and is renowned for their freshly cooked 

and locally sourced pub classics. Pop in for 

a pre or post-race drink or sample their 

menu for yourself. 

218 High Street, Cheveley 

Newmarket, CB8 9RH 

Tel: 01638 730233 

www.redlioncheveley.com 

10. White Hart 

The White Hart is Newmarket’s go-to pub 

for a drink or two over the racing season. 

Bustling with racegoers, the bar offers 

an extensive wine, beer and soft drink 

menu as well as also serving food. There 

are also 18 en-suite rooms and it’s only a 

20-minute walk from the racecourse too! 

134 High Street, Newmarket 

CB8 8JP. Tel: 01638 663051 

www.whitehartnewmarketpub.co.uk 

11. Nancy’s Teashop 

Since June 2013, Nancy’s Teashop has 

been serving speciality teas and cakes as 

well as breakfast and lunch. Also located 

just off the top of Newmarket’s High 

Street, it’s a strong contender for a preracing 

breakfast with its unique Breakfast 

Tier. Served on their vintage three tier 

stand, it houses bacon sandwiches, sausage 

and egg muffins, danish pastries, croissants 

and toast, fruit skewers and homemade 

granola with Greek yoghurt. Nancy is also 

happy to prepare a delicious picnic to take 

along and enjoy in the sunshine. 

18 Old Station Road 

Newmarket, CB8 8DN 

Tel: 01638 667064 

www.nancysteashop.co.uk 


Local Attractions 

Outdoor 

Adventures 

What better way to spend time with the tribe than 

with an adventurous outing to High Lodge 

2017 is set to be a fantastic year at High Lodge as they 

celebrate their 25th anniversary. Nestled in Thetford 

Forest, the team at Go Ape have lots of exciting 

outdoor adventures for all ages at a reasonable price. 

From the thrill-seeking, tree top adventures at Go Ape 

to the WildPlay trails, playgrounds and forest biking at 

High Lodge. With the weather finally on the up, these 

should be top of your weekend activity list. 

GO APE TREE TOP ADVENTURE 

Famed for being the UK’s number one forest adventure, Go Ape 

has recently celebrated its 15th birthday here at High Lodge. If 

you’ve not already had a go, this fun-filled course takes place up 

in the trees and involves tackling crossings and Tarzan swings as 

well as whizzing down zip wires. Spend around 3 hours exploring 

the canopy which is over 13 metres from the forest floor. If you’re 

concerned about the little ones, why not try the Tree Top Junior? 

It’s designed specifically for the mini-Tarzans and has all of the fun 

of the classic adventure but on a smaller scale. Explorers must be 

over 1 metre tall for this. 

FOREST SEGWAYS 

Looking for something a little closer to the ground which is just as 

exhilarating? How about hopping on one of Go Ape’s all-terrain 

electric segways and exploring the forest this way? These unique 

self-balancing segways will allow you to whiz around on your very 

own safari. Take your pick of the different routes which are mapped 

out but be sure to bring your skill and balance with you! Riders will 

need to be over 7 stone for this hour-long adventure. 

Prices range from £18 - £35 per person depending on activity and 

please be sure to check the participation and supervision ratios 

which are detailed over on their website. 

Psst! Go Ape are giving all Velvet readers 10% off this month when 

you quote the code THVL57 excluding Saturdays. 

www.goape.co.uk | Tel: 0845 643 9238 

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Local Attractions 

Go Ape! 

High Lodge, Thetford Forest, 

Brandon, IP27 0AF 

www.forestry.gov.uk/highlodge 

www.goape.co.uk 

BIKE ART 

Fancy breathing in the natural beauty of the unique Thetford 

forest landscape another way? How about exploring the forest by 

bike on 40 miles of traffic-free marked trails. There’s a trail for 

all ages and abilities, from safe cycling for families to the more 

challenging terrain for experts who are seeking a challenge. Rain 

or shine this one is great for families looking to make the most of 

the great outdoors. If you don’t have your own bike to bring along, 

don’t panic! There are lots of hire bikes available from Bike Art. 

Prices for this start from just £8 an hour for children’s bikes and 

£10 for adults. www.bikeartthetford.co.uk | Tel: 01842 810090. 

TIME TO REFUEL 

How about a quick pit stop at The Café at High Lodge for a 

range of fresh, hot and cold food and drinks which are served 

throughout the year. This is the best place to stop by for 

sandwiches and snacks to take out. If you’re looking for a sweet 

treat on a summer’s day, then their Ice Cream Parlour is a wise 

choice! They’re open through the holidays too. Take a look at their 

full offering over at www.churchillcatering.co.uk 

OTHER SEASONAL ATTRACTIONS 

Alongside the permanent activities such as cycling, play areas, 

Go Ape, Bike Art and the Café, High Lodge has several additional 

seasonal attractions. 

Look Out Archery offers have-a-go sessions, private tuition 

and even birthday parties. There is something for all abilities to 

experience. Back to Wilderness does a range of bushcraft and 

wilderness survival courses perfect for adventurous families. 

You could learn how to build a shelter or start a fire, all under the 

watchful eye of a fully qualified, bushcraft instructor. 

Brecks Treks pony rides are always a popular choice with younger 

visitors who love a gentle ride through the forest. 

Fun Faces and Hair are also on hand to bring a smile to the 

children’s faces by turning them into beautiful butterflies or scary 

monsters. Again, prices will vary per activity and please 

remember that seasonal attractions only accept cash for 

on-the-day activities. 


GREAT 

VALUE 

SWIM LESSONS 

START 

AT 

BOTTISHAM 

SPORTS CENTRE 

£20 

PER 

MONTH 

facebook.com/BottishamSportsCentre 

For more information call 01223 811121 

or e-mail: sportscentre@bottishamvc.org 

Bottisham 

Sports Centre

Summer at 

Scudamore’s 

What better way to enjoy the sunshine than 

Visit 

a Scudamore’s punting 

tour in Cambridge 

Scudamore’s first introduced their punting 

tours along the River Cam back in the 

early 20th century. Remaining true to Jack 

Scudamore’s original vision, the team’s 

main aim is to ensure the surroundings 

are enjoyed with their traditional boating 

services. 

Their original private punt tours are the 

ideal introduction to Cambridge’s eventful 

history. Sit back and appreciate the views 

as your punting guide explains the history 

of the world-famous centre of academic 

excellence. If you’re looking for something 

a little more hands on, why not hire one 

and punt yourself? Alongside the standard 

punting, Scudamore’s also have an extensive 

range of special tours. 

PARTY PUNTING 

Celebrate a special occasion with 

family and friends on one of their 

various party punts. Choose from 

the champagne or Pimm’s punt 

tour and sip your beverage along 

the river. Or how about boarding a 

punt adorned with balloons to really 

signal a celebration. There is even a 

cocktail-making punting tour thanks 

to Cambridge’s Revolution and an 

afternoon tea tour in partnership 

with the Doubletree by Hilton. What 

a great idea for a weekend catch up 

with friends or perhaps a hen party. 

SEASONAL SPECIAL EVENTS 

With spring in full swing and summer 

soon approaching, Scudamore’s have 

an abundance of seasonal events. 

This June, they are holding a series 

of Fireworks Punting Tours for the 

legendary May Ball firework display 

which are taking place on 19th June 

for Clare and Trinity College and the 

20th June for St. John’s College. 

Punts will depart at 9:30pm and last 

for approximately 90 minutes. 

BAT SAFARI 

Back this year is also their Wildlife 

Trust Bat Safari which takes place 

towards Grantchester Meadows. 

This is your chance to see the 

local bat population emerge from 

hibernation and to experience 

something a little different. Make 

the most of it with the electronic 

bat detector to convert their sonar 

signals into audible frequencies. 

Whilst the summer is prime punting 

time, Scudamore’s are actually 

open 364 days a year. They offer 

a range of different annual tickets 

which are great if you’re looking to 

experience the river regularly. Annual 

tickets offer a choice of self-hire 

punts, kayaks and canoes. For more 

information, head over to their 

website. 

Scudamore’s 

Mill Lane, Granta Place 

Cambridge, CB2 8RS 

Tel: 01223 359750 

www.scudamores.com 


A Cause For Celebration 

Local Business 

The Bull Inn 

The Street, Barton Mills, Bury 

St Edmunds, IP28 6AA 

Tel: 01638 711001 

www.bullinn-bartonmills.com 

10 years on and it seems owners, Cheryl and Wayne, did 

know what they were doing with Barton Mills’ village pub 

The 16th May 2007 was the date that was 

to change the fortunes of the run down 

and loss-making Bull Inn at Barton Mills. 

Newcomers to the industry Cheryl Hickman 

and Wayne Starling took the ‘bull by the 

horns’ and haven’t looked back since. Nonbelievers 

said to the couple at the beginning 

“you don’t know what you are doing” but this 

is what spurred them on. 

The journey has been a rollercoaster with 

plenty of amazing highs and plenty of 

challenges and hard work along the way. But 

buckets of team commitment, motivation 

and an unfailing dedication to success is what 

has enabled this couple to prove they did 

know what they were doing. 

They transformed the The Bull Inn into an 

award-winning, modern yet historically 

sympathetic and hugely funky coaching inn. 

It’s now a popular local hotspot where friends 

meet for lunch, families come for breakfast 

and business people stay over. It’s different to 

your normal pub with rooms as guests enjoy 

quality food and AA rosette dining rooms. 

The business has seen year on year growth 

since the first year and hundreds of 

thousands of pounds have been reinvested 

to create what it is today. After the initial 6 

months, Cheryl and Wayne couldn’t carry on 

doing the 7am to sometimes 3 or 4am in the 

morning! 

These shifts were 7 days a week and they 

could see this would be a potential problem 

to the business becoming successful, so 

Sonia (Cheryl’s sister) joined the team fulltime 

making the Inn a real family affair. This 

also allowed Cheryl and Wayne to take some 

time out which enabled them to remain 

upbeat and focused. 

The couple have led the team and the 

business to win many awards over the years 

and have maintained their AA rosette for 

their food offering. One of their best awards 

achieved is the ‘Funkiest Inn in the UK’ as 

voted by the anonymous AA inspectors. 

“We had a strong vision of what we wanted 

The Bull to be and we have stayed true to 

that throughout. The resulting success is a 

real testament to the commitment, hard 

work, determination and dedication of all 

involved. Many a time along the way people 

have said “you shouldn’t do it that way”, or 

“that will never work”, but we stayed strong 

and we are now in an amazing position from 

where the business was. The building was 

about to be demolished 10 years ago! We 

are now a multi award-winning business with 

national press coverage, yet still have our 

feet firmly on the ground as we continue to 

support our local community,” says Cheryl. 


Entertainment 

The Stage 

Take 

a look at what’s taking 

to the stages of Suffolk and 

Cambridge this month! 

Twin Atlantic 

Twin Atlantic have become the 

alternative rock band of the moment 

with the release of their Top 10, 

critically acclaimed new album ‘GLA’. 

Their performance on Later With Jools 

Holland and their triumphant UK tour 

has shown them to be one of the UK’s 

best live acts. Be sure to catch them this 

month in Cambridge! 

Wednesday 24th May | 7pm 

Cambridge Junction, Clifton Way, 

Cambridge, CB1 7GX 

www.junction.co.uk 

TOP PICK 

Anglia Contemporary 

Theatre 

Three devised shows, which are the 

culmination of work by third-year 

Performing Arts and Drama students, 

who are about to graduate from 

Cambridge’s Anglia Ruskin University. 

Tuesday 30th May, Wednesday 31st 

May and Thursday 1st June | 7:30pm 

Cambridge Junction, Clifton Way, 

Cambridge, CB1 7GX 

www.junction.co.uk 

ONE TO 

WATCH 

For The Little Ones 

The Emperor’s New Clothes 

Sunday 21st May | 11:30am & 

2:30pm | Cambridge Junction 

The Tiger Who Came To Tea 

Monday 12th - Tuesday 13th June 

1:30 & 4:30pm | Theatre Royal, 


The Gruffalo 

Wednesday 21st - Sunday 25th 

June | 10:30am & 1:30pm 

Cambridge Arts Theatre 

Pam Ann 

Iconic international celebrity Pam 

Ann has developed cult-status with 

her masterful portrayal of a brash hot 

mess of an Australian airhostess. As the 

airports got bigger, so did her ego… and 

her mouth filthier. The A-List queen of 

the skies, plans to land the Louboutins 

on international turf and hit the tarmac 

running, with her celebratory 20th 

anniversary UK tour. 

Friday 16th June | 8pm | Cambridge 

Corn Exchange, Cambridge, CB2 3QE 

www.cambridgelivetrust.co.uk 

Showstopper! The 

Improvised Musical 

Spontaneous musical comedy at its 

finest, direct from the West End and 

now heading back to Cambridge after a 

fantastic visit in 2016! This is a fantastic 

blend of comedy, musical theatre and 

spontaneity which has gained quite a 

following. 

Wednesday 31st - Saturday 3rd June 

7:45pm | Cambridge Arts Theatre, 

Cambridge, CB2 3PJ 

www.cambridgeartstheatre.com 

Islands In The Stream 

Enjoy a superb score and supreme 

musicianship as they bring the house 

down with the ultimate tribute to two 

country music legends - Dolly Parton 

and Kenny Rogers 

Friday 26th May | 7:30pm 

Theatre Royal, Bury St Edmunds, 

IP33 1QR | www.theatreroyal.org 


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... 

MANCHESTER BY THE SEA 

Director: Kenneth Lonergan 

Stars: Casey Affleck, Michelle Williams, Kyle Chandler 

Release Date: 15th May 

Of all this year’s Oscar contenders, Kenneth Lonergan’s third film 

as director probably had the least in the way of hooks. His story, 

of Casey Affleck’s emotionally stunted loner connecting with his 

grieving nephew, could best be described as bleak, and the same 

goes for the scenery. Affleck’s performance, understated as it is, 

is probably the films main selling point, and it is his chemistry with 

newcomer Lucas Hedges – impressive as his nephew - that makes 

a slightly empty plot, oddly compelling. 

THE EMOJI MOVIE 

Directors: Tony Leondis 

Stars: T.J. Miller, Patrick Stewart, Jennifer Coolidge 

Release Date: August 2017 

The announcement of The Emoji Movie was met with disbelief 

by many. Could the pint-sized characters that we use in our daily 

communications really carry a feature film on their own? A widely 

panned teaser trailer has failed to answer this question, and those 

hoping for an Inside Out inspired parable on the nature of emotion 

may be left disappointed. There is some hope though in the 

presence of James Corden, T.J Miller and most of all Patrick Stewart 

on voiceover duties. 

CD Review 

SLOWDIVE: 

SLOWDIVE 

Among the godfathers 

of the ‘shoegaze’ 

movement of indie 

rock in the early 90s, 

Slowdive’s self titled 

fourth record is their 

first since 1995’s 

Pygmalion. The genre 

has enjoyed something 

of a resurgence of late, 

with contemporaries 

Ride also set to release 

a comeback album 

this year. Lead single 

Star Roving is a lush, 

gently anthemic tune 

that manages to sound 

impossibly iconic within 

its first 30 seconds. 

Their mainstream 

popularity may have 

fizzled out by the mid- 

90s, but with this return 

Slowdive are in danger of 

creating a truly timeless 

rock album. 

TOP FOUR 

CINEMA 

PICKS 

Alien Covenant 


King Arthur: 

Legend of the Sword 


COMING TO A 

SCREEN NEAR 

YOU... 

The Secret Scripture 


Pirates of the Caribbean: 

Salazar’s Revenge 



Velvet’s one-stop shop for all your health, fashion and beauty desires 

It Was All Yellow p67 

Bronzed Is Best p71 

It Starts With Denim p52

Fashion Handbook 

Written by Samantha Nice 

Handbook 

Fashion 

It Starts With Denim... 

Take a look at John Lewis’ new AND/OR 

denim range available in Cambridge 

‘Great denim works with everything and it makes everything work,’ is 

the simple formula behind John Lewis’ new AND/OR denim range. 

All of the pieces in the collection have been authentically crafted 

on the West Coast and have been designed, cut, washed, sewn and 

finished in California. The name behind it all is Calvin Rucker. Rucker 

has crafted a unique collection of both genuine cuts and heritage 

washes to ensure there’s a style for all. “Each jean feels soft and flexible 

but keeps its shape all day long,” explains Rucker. 

Helen Turner, Fashion Operations Manager at John Lewis, Cambridge, 

says, ‘We are thrilled to be one of the 10 John Lewis stores that have 

been chosen to take part in the launch of AND/OR. Each element of 

the collection is thoughtfully designed and really wearable whether it 

is bought as part an outfit or as an individual piece. The collection also 

includes shoes, handbags and lingerie meaning you have everything 

need to put together a lovely, relaxed style.” 

AND/OR 

Westlake Wide 

Leg Jeans in Dark 

Vintage, £120 

AND/OR 

Abbot Kinney 

Skinny Jeans 

in Rhodium 

Grey, £85 

John Lewis 

Grand Arcade, 10 Downing 

Street, Cambridge, CB2 3DS 

Tel: 01223 361292 

www.johnlewis.com 

AND/OR Avalon 

Ankle Grazer Jeans 

in Deja Blue, £85 

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Fashion Handbook 

Rebel 

at Heart 

“Tireless dynamism and honest passion - rebels are 

extraordinary characters who make their own way in life. Side 

by side with people they care about, free in spirit and loyal to 

others, they have the courage to grab hold of the opportunities 

life offers them.” 

Thomas Sabo’s latest collection for this spring/summer is 

inspired by just that. 

1. Skull Necklace, £250 

2. Skull Bracelet, £215 

3. Eternity Rope Ring, £350 

Thomas Sabo 

Lion Yard Shopping Centre, Cambridge, CB2 3ET 

Tel: 01223 304801 | www.thomassabo.com 

SLIDE INTO SUMMER 

Love them or hate them, they’re 

practical, comfy and on-trend 

Fenella Feather 

Sandals, £35, 

Topshop 

Ready, SET, Go! 

Update your spring wardrobe with this 

versatile poplin shirt dress from SET. 

The 3/4 length sleeves teamed with the 

utility belt make for a must-have look 

this season. 

SET Poplin Shirt Dress, £135 

blue, 32 King Street, 

Saffron Walden, CB10 1ES 

Tel: 01799 513315 

www.bluesaffronwalden.co.uk 

London Rebel 

Multi Buckle 

Metallic Jelly 

Sliders, £49, 

www.asos.com 

Black Slides 

with Tassels, 

£49.99, Zara 

Black Cross Strap 

Stud Sliders, £32, 

River Island 


Racing Fashion 

The Race 

Is On 

With the July Festival at 


just around the corner, 

we hear from some of our 

top local fashion experts 

about dressing to impress 

at Ladies Day 

WIN, WIN, WIN! 

We’re giving one lucky Velvet reader the chance to win 2 

Grandstand & Paddock tickets. Head over to our website - 

www.velvetmag.co.uk to enter. Good luck! We will also be there 

on the day scouting out all the best dressed ladies. 

Moët & Chandon 

July Festival 

Ladies Day 

Thursday 13th July 

Tips From 

The Top 

“The Moët & Chandon July Festival is one 

of my highlights of the summer season 

at Newmarket Racecourses. Ladies Day 

on Thursday, 13th July hosts The Style 

Awards, where we encourage racegoers 

to dress to impress for their chance to win 

thousands of pounds worth of prizes. 

The Style Awards in the fashion marquee 

is in the heart of all the action and is a 

fantastic place and showcase of beautiful 

racing outfits and styles.We’re looking 

forward to welcoming a new panel of 

judges who will be looking out for that 

stand-out look that’s elegant and chic, but 

also unique to that individual. Whether 

the outfit is bright with frills or subtle 

with understated but beautiful, matching 

accessories, they will be looking for 

someone with style, sophistication and 

individuality.” 

- Victoria Dexter, 

Head of Marketing at 


“We are delighted to be sponsoring the Style 

Awards again this year at Newmarket’s iconic 

Moët & Chandon July Festival. There are so 

many options for ladies attending a summer 

race meeting. Whether choosing bold and 

bright or opting for a more subtle pastel 

shade, every outfit should be well coordinated 

right down to the accessories and balanced 

with a beautiful piece of millinery.” 

- Noel Byrne, Chief Executive at 

Bedford Lodge Hotel & Spa 

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John Lewis 

Denise Taylor, a member of the Personal Styling team at 

John Lewis Cambridge, has chosen her top pick for the coming 

racing season. 

“I have chosen this gorgeous outfit as it’s so versatile and the 

individual pieces can be worn for other occasions. Try the knitted 

bolero with a soft blouse and jeans for a relaxed weekend look. 

The Fenn Wright Manson Ibiza dress (£149) is exclusive to John 

Lewis and also comes in a petite version. It has been paired with 

a matching Fenn Wright Manson Florence bolero (£99) which 

brings out the pink in the dress and keeps the look fresh and 

summery. The John Lewis Alma Block Heeled Court Shoes (£79) 

in navy suede look great but also prevent you sinking into the grass 

at the racecourse! They will also go nicely with the our Patent 

Clutch Bag (£25). Bringing the outfit neatly together, and adding 

a touch of elegance to your race day outfit, is the glamorous John 

Lewis Patsy Oval Disc Occasion Hat (£125).” 

John Lewis 

Grand Arcade, 10 Downing 

Street Cambridge, CB2 3DS 

Tel: 01223 361292 

www.johnlewis.com 

Javelin 

Javelin 

37-38 Abbeygate Street 

Bury St Edmunds, IP33 1LW 

Tel: 01284 754559 

www.javelinonline.co.uk 

“Dressing for Ladies Day can be a minefield of dresses, jackets 

and shoes but we’ve created an outfit that’s elegant, fashionable 

and classy all at once,” says the team at Bury St Edmunds’ 

independent fashion boutique, Javelin. “We love this Ted Baker 

floral skater dress (£149) because of its eye-catching floral print 

and the flattering fit. It nips in at the waist and the full skirt is 

on-trend for the season. 

The soft-touch woven fabric and zip back also make this one a 

winner. We’ve added a simple Vivienne Westwood clutch (£350) 

to make the whole outfit flow and best of all, this bag has two 

compartments so plenty of space to fit your racing essentials. 

These Ted Baker grey suede court shoes (£135) with rose gold 

trim add a little extra glamour with their update on a classic shape. 

Enjoy your day with a small glass of something bubbly and feel 

fabulous in an outfit that’s effortlessly stylish.” 



Giulio 

With the racing season quickly approaching, Ladies Day at 

Newmarket is the hottest ticket available and Giulio Fashion are 

here to help match the outfit to the occasion. 

“Our best advice would be to keep it simple but bold and 

classy. This hummingbird dress from Red Valentino (£675) 

has a colourful print and an elegant silhouette but still makes a 

statement. Giuseppe Zanotti is known for his beautifully crafted 

shoes and these black leather Harmony sandals (£570) are 

perfect for those summery days and would go perfectly with 

this dress. To finish the look, add an accessory like this beautiful 

beaded chain necklace from Isabel Marant Étoile (£160) and 

these Givenchy tortoiseshell sunglasses (£255). Once the night 

draws in, the final race has finished and the music starts playing, 

layer up with this cropped jacket, also from Red Valentino (£635). 

Our other top tip would be to pack a pair of flat shoes for later 

in the day. Our top pick would be these Giuseppe Zanotti Gaia 

sandals (£360) as they’ll fit in your bag and still go with your 

look. Talking of bags, opt for one with a shoulder strap so you can 

still hold your drink! We love this slate blue Burberry banner bag 

(£950).” - Giulio Fashion Team 

Racing Hat Hire 

Giulio 

24-32 King Street 

Cambridge, CB1 1LN 

Tel: 01223 789795 

www.giuliofashion.com 

Cream 

Cream of Royston 

John Street, Royston, SG8 9BE 

Tel: 01763 244073 

www.creamfashions.com 

“This midnight blue dress (£609) from luxury occasion wear 

brand, Inspirato, has a unique lace and bead overlay and is perfect 

for racing or any other special occasion. Both the colour and cut 

are timeless and will work for years to come. 

The dress works well alone or perhaps with a wrap but this short 

jacket makes it suitable if the weather isn’t as hoped and can also 

be worn with other outfits too. The hatinator with matching trim 

really completes the look and makes it a strong contender for a 

Ladies Day winner,” says Sue Ross, owner at Cream of Royston 

“When choosing your hat or fascinator there are 

a few important factors to consider such as the 

weather, your hair length and chosen style and 

also your dress or outfit. In my opinion, wearing 

your hair down looks best with most hats of 

fascinators but there are some which give way to 

a low side bun or braid. Wide-brimmed hats work 

well on both long and short hair and they are all 

worth trying on. Most hats vary on the individual 

and will look different on everybody. Choosing the 

perfect headpiece is all about experimentation. 

My final piece of advice would be that your hat 

doesn’t have to exactly match your outfit but it 

should complement it with regards to colour.” 

- Stephanie King owner at Racing Hat Hire 

Racing Hat Hire 

Chestnut Lodge, Newmarket, CB8 8LR 

Tel: 07903506150 | www.racinghathire.co.uk 

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Hobbs 

“Ever since we heard that Ascot has relaxed its rules regarding 

jumpsuits at the races, we’ve been wondering... contemporary or 

classic? Which look is right for Ladies Day? 

To help make the all-important decision for Newmarket’s Ladies 

Day, we’ve put together two contrasting outfits. The first is 

centered upon our Paulina jumpsuit (£169). It’s modern and 

asymmetric, yet it nods to the timeless race-day style of Audrey 

Hepburn with black and white colour blocking. We’ve added our 

mini Pimlico bag (£149) in tan to lift the palette, and a pair white 

scallop-edged sandals (£139). For our classic look, we went for 

pure femininity. We’re talking Betty Draper-esque elegance: 

oversized florals and a frivolous full skirt with our Taryn dress 

(£179) The neckline of the dress elongates and, when paired with 

the nipped waist, it exudes effortless sunshine glamour. But which 

look is the winner? Place your bets now.” - Personal styling at 

Hobbs in Cambridge 

Nicola Sexton 

“Dressing for a day at the races 

should be something you look 

forward to – not a chore! It’s the 

perfect time to dress up and really 

make an effort… Have you seen some of 

the prizes on offer for the best dressed lady? 

Whilst you might not be fussed about winning 

or even entering, be sure to experiment and 

try something new. 

We have many stunning pieces in the 

boutique this season but my top pick 

would be this gorgeous short suit 

(jacket £219 and shorts £89). The gold 

colouring is subtle yet sure to make a 

statement and the pearl edging around 

the jacket really completes the look. 

We have chosen to accessorize with 

a cream hat (£280) by Mary-Anne 

Morrison who makes really beautiful 

occasion pieces, including 

bespoke. We have finished the 

look with our Sachelle Couture 

by Nicola Sexton shoes (£149) 

in cream, along with matching 

handbag (£142). The block heel 

works perfectly as you will not want 

to be sinking in to the lawn! This look 

is simple and on-trend, yet timeless. 

Each piece will also be able to be 

worn again to create different looks 

for other occasions you may have 

coming up this summer.” 

- Nicola Sexton 

Nicola Sexton 

33 Abbeygate Street 

Bury St Edmunds, IP33 1LW 

Tel: 01284 760011 

www.nicolasexton.co.uk 

Hobbs 

Grand Arcade, St Andrew’s 

Street, Cambridge, CB2 3BJ 

Tel: 01223 361704 

www.hobbs.co.uk 


12 Rose Crescent, Cambridge, CB2 3LL, United Kingdom 

+44 (0) 1223 778697 | sinead@elegantatelier.com 

www.elegantatelier.com

Fashion 

OPEN 

Monday - Saturday 

10am - 4pm 

Hats Off! 

Hear from mother and daughter duo, Hannah and Sue 

Taylor from Newmarket Hat Hire about the best head 

pieces for the upcoming racing season 

Spring has officially sprung and the flat 

racing season has just kicked off. The 

team at Newmarket Hat Hire have over 

900 fabulous hats and fascinators and 

undoubtedly have the one you’re looking 

for. This year they expanded their 

collection with lots more stunning pieces 

from high-end milliners. Now in their 

23rd year of business, Hannah and Sue 

have crafted a rather unique assortment. 

Their open-plan showroom in Fordham 

showcases their entire collection which 

is available to both hire and purchase. 

Newmarket Hat Hire 

104 Carter Street 

Fordham, CB7 5JU 

Tel: 01638 721366 

www.newmarkethathire.co.uk 

They also offer an outstanding service 

whereby they can customise and alter 

individual pieces to suit the customer. 

This often involves adding feathers, 

flowers or other detailing elements and 

perhaps changing the colour to suit the 

exact shade or tone. 

“We always encourage our customers 

to bring their outfits with them. We 

have several large changing rooms and 

full length mirrors to ensure they’re 

completely happy with the overall look,” 

Sue tells us. 

2017 Forecast 

“This year’s colour palette is heavily 

dominated by greys, taupes, blush pinks and 

cobalt blues. When it comes to the shape and 

style, hats have much lower crowns which 

are swept off the face. This style is also great 

for the mother of the bride as it eliminates 

any chance of shadows across the face in 

photographs,” adds Sue. 

Top Tips 

1. Pick a hat which is comfortable as you’re 

going to be wearing it all day. 

2. Experiment with something a little different 

and opt for colours you may not usually pick. 

3. Don’t let your age determine your look. 

Both hats and fascinators look great on all ages 

so be sure to try a range of headpieces. 

4. Don’t always match your hat or fascinator 

with your shoes or bag. The colour of your 

dress or outfit should be a strong starting point. 

“The Dead Cert” 

Sue and Hannah tell us which is their 

favourite piece in the showroom at the 

moment. “We love this versatile hat which is 

supported by a headband. It’s comfortable to 

wear and would suit almost anyone. This would 

work best teamed with pinks of greys and it’s 

bound to get you noticed!” 


Fashion 

An Array of Elegance 

Sinéad O’Loghlen, owner at 

Cambridge’s independent 

fashion boutique, Elegant 

Atelier, tells us a little more 

about her boutique fashion 

offering on Rose Crescent 

TELL US A LITTLE MORE ELEGANT ATELIER’S JOURNEY TO DATE. 

I opened Elegant Atelier in November 2015 after a lot of thought 

and planning. My vision was to sell a range of clothing which 

combined outstanding design with quality workmanship and bring 

pieces to Cambridge which were different yet still versatile and 

wearable. The name Elegant Atelier embodies just that; elegant 

meaning discerning, sophisticated, distinguished or classic in 

appearance and atelier meaning an artisan’s workshop or studio. 

WHICH BRANDS DO YOU STOCK AND WHY DID YOU DECIDE TO 

WORK WITH THESE PARTICULAR ONES? 

I stock a range of brands including Ba&sh, Humanoid, Transit, 

Pomandére, RIXO, Rose Rankin, King & Tuckfield, Custommade, 

Kokoon, 2nd Day, Kelly Love and more. French label, Ba&sh 

was the first brand I bought into after I came across it whilst 

on holiday in Bordeaux. I loved the fabrics and style and when I 

first contacted the company I hadn’t even found the premises 

on Rose Crescent! They saw my passion and stuck with me 

whilst I got up and running. They launched in 2003 by two 

friends, Barbara Boccara and Sharon Krief and their concept is 

everyday pieces which successfully balance both femininity and 

sophistication. Their sumptuous fabrics are another reason why I 

love them. 

Dutch brand, Humanoid and Italian brand, Transit are two other 

brands which I have been buying for years. They have a slightly 

edgy feel and are of really high quality. I love that they have both 

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Fashion 

Elegant Atelier 

12 Rose Crescent 

Cambridge, CB2 3LL 

Tel: 01223 778697 

sinead@elegantatelier.com 

www.elegantatelier.com 

Ba&sh Famous Top 

£150 

remained true to their unique style whilst 

still being on-trend season after season. 

Another I love is Italian brand, Pomandére. 

They have a variety of tailored pieces which 

are again made in a range of stunning 

fabrics and are a blend of both masculine 

and feminine style. 

Other brands which I have found along 

the way are Custommade, Kokoon & 2nd 

Day as well as emerging brands such as 

King & Tuckfield, Rose Rankin, Kelly Love 

and RIXO. They all bring something a little 

different to my collection which is great. 

HOW WOULD YOU DESCRIBE YOUR 

PERSONAL STYLE? 

I would say I have an eclectic style when 

it comes to fashion. I often build my 

wardrobe around a few staple pieces 

each season such as a tailored jacket, a 

statement shirt or blouse, a versatile dress 

or pair of trousers for example. I work 

around these to create different looks as 

it’s a great way of wearing certain items in 

different ways. It also means you can justify 

investing in a few high quality pieces. 

WHAT ARE YOUR FAVOURITE PIECES IN 

STORE THIS SEASON? 

There are lots of beautiful pieces in for 

spring/summer but one of my favourites 

is definitely Pomandére’s red jacket. It’s 

a brick red colour and has a leather tie. It 

looks great teamed with jeans or trousers 

and a pretty shirt or blouse. Ba&sh 

have a really lovely orange print top this 

season too. The print looks like a Clarice 

Cliff pottery design which really makes a 

statement. It’s perfect when paired with 

Ba&sh’s Sally jeans in ecru. They’re slim 

fit and mid rise at the front but slightly 

higher at the back meaning they’re really 

flattering. Denim is always going to be 

popular, whatever the time of year and I 

cannot get enough of King & Tuckfield’s 

Briony Japanese Selvedge jeans. These too 

are very flattering and look great with a 

jacket and pretty blouse. They’re also made 

here in the UK and are a definite musthave 

for everyone! 

Be sure to pop in to 

Sinéad’s elegant boutique to 

explore these hand-picked 

brands for yourself. 


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Taylor Floral Wristlet 

£65, Whistles 

Fluxam Folk Foliage 

Skater Dress, £179 

Ted Baker 

Floral Mesh Sandals 

£79.99, Zara 

Bold Floral 

Midi Dress 

£49, Topshop 

Bluhm Botero Sheer 

Maxi Dress, £130 

French Connection 

Floral Embroidered 

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Fashion 

BEST TURNED OUT 

Hear from the team at Martha V about their top 

picks for dressing for a day at the races 

Martha V has been providing on-trend, luxury labels at the top of 

Newmarket’s high street for over 8 years now. Being located in the 

town which is the ‘home of horseracing’ has meant they have really 

mastered the look and are able to advise accordingly. 

“When it comes to choosing your outfit for a day at the races, it’s 

important to consider the meeting you’re attending. All race days 

warrant a smart dress but our most popular day for customers is 

certainly Ladies’ Day at The July Festival. Whilst it’s all about achieving 

the ‘wow’ factor, it’s also important to be comfortable. Always consider 

your footwear. Wedges work best at the racecourse due to the grass 

underfoot. Alternatively opt for a block heel as opposed to thin stiletto 

heels. Be sure to factor in a jacket too as you can never rely on the 

British weather unfortunately,” explains owner Martha. 

This year, we have lots of stunning pieces in store from a wide range 

of labels. Our most popular brands are Zeila, Cabotine, Luis Civit and 

Veni Infantino. The latter is a relatively new label for us but it was very 

popular last year. We have some stunning Luis Civit and Cabotine 

dresses this year which come with jackets too. New to us this year 

are labels Dress Code and Marfil,” adds Martha. “When it comes to 

colours this year, there are lots of pastel shades and pink. Champagne 

and neutrals are also popular when it comes to racing attire, as are 

navy and monochrome. Lace and floral prints are also popular with our 

racing customers year in year out and this year will be no exception. 

We sell a lot of outfits which customers wear for both racing and 

an upcoming wedding. It’s great to be able to get more than 

one use out of your outfit.” 

Martha V 

9-11 High Street, Newmarket, 

CB8 8LX 

Tel: 01638 666320 

www.marthav.co.uk 

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Monochrome Classic 

If you are following racing etiquette, then this 

three-quarter sleeve, knee-length dress ticks all of 

the boxes. This will also be a timeless classic year 

after year so is certainly worth the investment. 

Team with a quirky hat or fascinator for a simple 

yet elegant look. 

Fashion 

Dress Code Monochrome Dress, £195 

Clashing Prints 

This on-trend cold shoulder dress with bold clashing 

print works best paired with a statement hat for a real 

show-stopper this Ladies Day. Simply remove the hat 

and you can re-wear for another occasion this season. 

Eroke Cold Shoulder Dress, £162 

Take a look at Martha’s top 5 picks to ensure you’re the best turned out... 

Perfect Pair 

Again, black and white proves to be a 

popular combination for race goers. It’s 

striking and eye-catching but remains 

popular every season. This dress and 

matching jacket from Spanish label, Luis 

Civit offers a chic look for the more formal 

race meetings. 

Luis Civit Black and White Dress & 

Jacket, £495 

Flower Power 

This floral combination from Zeila 

provides a smart, sophisticated look 

which gives room for an extravagant hat 

or fascinator. Try picking our the darker 

colours and balance with delicate heels. 

Zeila Floral Dress & Jacket, £525 

Colour Pop 

Another option is this versatile number 

by new label, Dress Code. The lime 

green is a real head turner and teamed 

with the fresh white offers a clean look 

which can be easily accessorised with a 

jacket or wrap. 

Dress Code Lime Green Dress, £195 


Preen by 

Thornton 

Bregazzi 

Fashion 

Asymmetric Flare 

Trousers, £39.99, Zara 

Tom Ford Clint Round Frame 

Mustard Acetate Sunglasses 

£230, Net-a-Porter 

Tie Waist Wide 

Leg Trousers 

£127, Jaeger 

Yellow Hanki Hem 

Camisole Top, £29, Topshop 

It Was All Yellow 

Siena Lace Midi Tea 

Dress, £145, French 

Connection 

Lancaster Logo 

Print Shoulder Bag 

£130, Farfetch 

Leon Yellow Top 

£75, L.K.Bennett 

Tibi 

NICO Suede Shoe 

Boots, £65, Topshop 


Weddings 

Finding The One 

Harriet Moore, owner at Bury St Edmunds’ beautiful bridal boutique, 

House of Snow, talks us through her designer portfolio 

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House of Snow, who are celebrating their first 

birthday on Hatter Street this month, have one of 

the most enviable collections of dresses within the 

region. This is thanks to Harriet and her passion 

for bridal design. “I have always been excited by 

bridalwear and I made my first gown when I was 16 

in my GCSE textiles class! I went on to study at 

London College of Fashion and have worked in the 

bridal industry ever since,” she explains. “Opening 

my own boutique has been a dream come true 

as it’s enabled me to stock all of my favourite 

designers. I have tried to pick a range of different 

designers which all offer something unique but I 

haven’t over filled our space. I definitely went for 

quality over quantity!” 

House of Snow stocks 5 key designers; Suzanne 

Neville, Watters Wtoo, Pronovias, Jenny Packham 

and now Kenneth Winston. If you’re not sure what 

exactly you’re looking for, Harriet has given you a 

little helping hand... 


If you’re looking for vintage: 

TRY JENNY PACKHAM 

Jenny Packham epitomises vintage 

elegance with a romantic twist, 

combining exquisite cut and drape 

with detailed embellishment. Packham 

graduated from Central Saint Martins 

in the 1980s and has gone on to create 

one of the most successful international 

fashion houses to date. She is known for 

dressing The Duchess of Cambridge, 

who wears Jenny Packham on many 

official engagements and most notably 

when she left the hospital after giving 

birth to both Prince George and 

Princess Charlotte. As well as dressing 

many other famous ladies such as Adele, 

Angelina Jolie, Emily Blunt, Elizabeth 

Hurley and the list goes on. Here at 

House of Snow, we have a wonderful 

selection of her dresses from encrusted 

beaded dresses to her more simply sleek 

dresses, the whole collection of what we 

carry can be found on our website.

If you’re looking for contemporary... 

TRY PRONOVIAS 

Pronovias is perhaps one of the most 

renowned wedding dress brands in 

the world. They are all about elegance 

and femininity, defined by clean lines, 

sumptuous fabrics and streamline 

silhouettes. Their desire to develop shapes, 

materials and colours without leaving classic 

styles behind puts them at the forefront of 

bridal fashion. With references to its Spanish 

background coming through the collections, 

Pronovias embodies sleek elegance to our 

ever-changing fashion forward stylish bride. 

The utterly sublime 2018 Preview 

Collection has just started arriving in 

store, so book an appointment now 

to be one of this first brides 

to try on this stunning 

collection. 

If you’re looking for classic... 

Weddings 

TRY SUZANNE NEVILLE 

Suzanne Neville is one of Europe’s 

leading designers of bridal and 

evening wear, dressing the 

Hollywood elite. Handcrafted 

in London, Suzannne Neville 

is known for her outstanding 

construction and use of the finest 

fabrics, from classic organza 

to sleek and sexy crepe. Her 

collections are always incredibly 

diverse, giving brides an array 

of varied silhouettes from 

slim-fitting bias cuts, to 

full romantic gowns. 

Every bride needs to 

experience their full 

beauty of fit and 

perfection in person 

to truly appreciate 

Suzanne Neville’s 

talent. 

If you’re looking for glamorous... 

TRY KENNETH WINSTON 

We are incredibly excited to be 

adding yet another amazing new 

designer to our little boutique, 

in the fabulous form of Kenneth 

Winston. To launch our new arrival 

we are dedicating a whole weekend 

to Kenneth Winston in the form 

of an exclusive Trunk Show. 

On the 17th and 18th of June 

2017, we will have the whole 

Fall 2017 collection in store for 

one weekend only. You will also 

receive a rather wonderful 10% 

off any order at the event, so be 

sure to book an appointment. 

Kenneth Winston brings 

sophistication with a 

modern twist. You don’t 

want to miss out on 

these beautifullydetailed 

bridal 

gowns. 

House of Snow 

5a Hatter Street, Bury St 

Edmunds, IP33 1LZ 

Tel: 01284 488188 

www.houseofsnow.co.uk 

If you’re looking for the Bohemian look... 

TRY WATTERS WTOO 

Watters Wtoo brings a 

contemporary modern, but still 

timeless look to our collection. 

The younger funkier sister to 

the Watters main collection. 

One part laid-back elegance 

and one part boho, they are a 

beautiful mix with a little sultry 

charm. Watters are well-known 

for impeccable quality and 

meticulous attention to detail, 

enabling them to uphold their 

philosophy of doing everything 

to the highest quality. What’s 

more, all of this is delivered 

to the bride at surprisingly 

affordable prices. Wtoo brings 

unusual laces along with 

fabulously unique cuts to the 

boutique, so if you are a bride 

searching for something a little 

different Watters Wtoo is the 

brand for you. 


Beauty Notebook 

Article by Samantha Nice 

Notebook 

Beauty 

New & Natural 

Dr. Hauschka have introduced a new 83-piece makeup 

collection to celebrate their 50th anniversary 

Loose Powder, £27 

Cult brand, Dr. Hauschka, have expanded and 

reimagined their make-up offering with an entire new 

range which is inspired by flowers and the fauna of 

the earth. In keeping with their ethos, each product 

contains therapeutic ingredients to aid wellbeing and 

improve our skin’s health. They also use medicinal 

herbs to stimulate the complexion and flower extracts 

to add natural fragrance. Each is ethically produced 

and packaged in recyclable materials too. 

Inside the collection there is everything from 

hydrating liquid foundation to colour correcting 

powders, volumising mascaras, intense colour lipsticks 

and liquid eyeliners and even blush and bronzing duos, 

eyeshadow and brow palettes and a range of six, 

high-quality brushes. 

Lipstick, £20.50 

Foundation, £30 

www.drhauschka.co.uk 

Blush Duo, £21 

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Beauty Notebook 

CUTTING EDGE 

Say hello to Cambridge’s new mobile 

hair salon as Douce hits the road. 

Located in a unique Airstream 

Globetrotter which originally hit the 

roads in 1962, Douce is travelling 

its way around Cambridge offering 

contemporary hair cutting and styling 

services for both men and women. 

The quirky silver cabin houses two 

stylish chairs and are open from dawn 

to dusk. Phil Benton, owner and 

stylist at Douce, graduated at Vidal 

Sassoon’s Academy in 2012 where 

he then began working with Toni & 

Guy and later in Brooklyn, New York. 

His expert training and invaluable 

experience, alongside the idea of 

having a salon in more than one place 

was the driving force behind his latest 

concept. Working alongside Phil is 

stylist and technician, Lucy Wilson 

who has over 15 years’ experience. 

Book your appointment by calling, 

emailing or texting. 

Email: hello@douce.co.uk 

Tel: 07852162592 

www.douce.co.uk 

BRONZED IS BEST 

Is your complexion needing a little colour? Investing 

in a good bronzer is the ideal solution for adding a 

little radiance and giving a natural, sun-kissed look. 

Take a look at our top 3 picks... 

1. Guerlain Terracotta Collecter Powder in Natural Bronze, £40 

2. Elizabeth Arden Beautiful Colour Bronzing Powder Duo, £29 

3. TOM FORD Small Bronzing Powder in Bronze Age, £52.50 

All available from John Lewis, Cambridge 

Charlotte Tilbury Instant 

Magic Facial Dry Sheet Mask, 

£18, John Lewis, Cambridge 

Blumarine 

Blumarine 

INSTANT MAGIC 

Imagine if we told you that there is a 

revolutionary new mask which can reduce 

wrinkles, smooth, brighten and lift and also 

hydrate... thanks to Charlotte 

Tilbury, this is now possible with 

its new Instant Magic Facial Dry 

Sheet Mask. Unlike most sheet 

masks which are wet and 

often over-saturate your 

skin, this one is dry and 

imprinted with active 

ingredients which 

continues to work for 

up to 8 hours. What’s 

more... it can also be 

re-used up to 3 times! 

Treat 

Your Feet 

With summer finally on the horizon, now 

is the perfect time to be prepping your 

feet before exposing them in your sandals. 

There’s no better solution that SK Clinic’s 

deluxe pedicure using the relaxing Biarritz 

Pedispa. The treatment is performed 

in a private room, and your experience 

is heightened with the indulgence of 

a whirlpool foot spa and heated seat 

which gently massages throughout the 

treatment. The massaging chair reclines 

to provide additional comfort and the 

massage experience can be adjusted via a 

handheld remote control. Your feet will be 

cleansed and renewed with a brightening 

exfoliation and nourished with a vitaminenriched 

mask and an indulgent massage, 

nails will receive a cuticle tidy, file, shape 

and paint to finish. The perfect treat for 

your feet! 

SK Clinic + Spa , 4 Northgate Street, 

Bury St Edmunds, IP33 1HG 

Tel: 01284 748470 | www.skclinic.co.uk 


OUTDOOR SPA 

Come rain or shine, spend the day off the grid 

Relax and re-energise for several hours at our unique outdoor pop up spa. Immerse in wood-fired hot tubs 

with a complimentary drink, enjoy a dry Finnish Barrel sauna and savour the wonderful sensation of 

being completely restored and relaxed while relishing fresh air and beautiful views over the countryside. 

Additional leisure activities and services available. Open on selected dates only. 

We’re at Bourn Golf & Leisure, Cambridge CB23 2TT 

bookings & information at bathingunderthesky.com/outdoor-spa

Visit 

A pop-up, outdoor spa? 

Sounds inviting 

doesn’t it... 

We couldn’t help but be hugely intrigued by Bathing Under The Sky’s new fresh air spa 

idea when we heard about it a few months ago, so thought it was only fair we shared the 

excitement with you. 

If you’ve not already heard of them, aptly named Bathing Under The Sky, was founded 

in 2009 when the team decided to introduce a range of wood-fired hot tubs giving the 

blissful opportunity to relax in the great outdoors. Appreciate the fresh air and tranquility of 

our local countryside whilst being encompassed by the warm waters. The gentle crackle of 

the fire adds to the overall calming vibe and proves that sometimes the simple things in life 

really are the best. 

THE INSPIRATION 

Taking a sauna or outdoor bath in hot water are traditional activities for those looking to 

tackle the severe winters in Scandinavia, Northern Japan, Russia and Canada and this was 

the exact starting point for the guys at Bathing Under The Sky. 

EXPERIENCE IT FOR YOURSELF 

After a run of hugely popular events at Bourn Golf & Leisure in Cambridge already this 

year, they’re back this month with another opportunity for you to experience it for yourself. 

Each ticket will include entry to the Swedish-style tubs and dry Finnish barrel sauna, a 

complimentary drink, chill out area with fire-pitches and blankets, showers and dressing 

rooms complete with toiletries, hair dryers and towels. As if this wasn’t enough, there are 

also a range of additional services available including a head and shoulder massage, the 

hilltop sauna and a bar serving both alcoholic beverages and freshly-made soft drinks. 

Watch out for special guests such as local food vendors and performers who pop up for 

the open weekends. 

If you’re looking for a girly retreat 

or perhaps some down-time with 

your partner or loved one, then look 

no further. 

WHEN? 

Saturday 20th & Sunday 21st May 

Saturday 1st & Sunday 2nd July 

Last chance to visit! 

WHERE? 

Bourn Golf & Leisure, Toft Road, 

Cambridge, CB23 2TT 

www.bathingunderthesky.co.uk 


Simply Hair 

10% OFF FULL HEAD 

FOIL APPOINTMENTS 

when booked with a 

cut and blow dry. 

Beautiful boutique salon based in Exning high street, free 

allocated salon parking. All aspects of hairdressing. 

Matrix and Balmain products used. 

01638 578334 

14 Oxford St, Exning, Newmarket CB8 7EW

Beauty 

Hello 

sunshine 

As May welcomes Sun Awareness 

Week, we take a look at the ongoing 

importance of wearing sun 

protection factor (SPF) 

According to the British Association of 

Dermatologists, 8 out of 10 of us are 

failing to adequately apply sunscreen 

before going out in the sun. Further 

research from NIVEA Sun and Cancer 

Research UK proves that there is in fact 

much confusion around the topic. 

Debugging the myths 

“The sun in the UK isn’t as strong.” 

SUN 

AWARENESS 

WEEK 

8TH - 14TH 

MAY 

Wrong. It is just as important to wear SPF here. Over 66% of us 

admitted to protecting our skin more when we are on holiday than 

in the UK and research also revealed that 80% of us have been 

sunburnt in the UK. 

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“If I’ve got sunscreen on, I won’t burn.” 

Wrong. Over 20% of us believe that we cannot get sunburnt if 

we’ve got sunscreen on but this is not the case. It is best to be 

safe and wear suitable clothing as well as spending some time in 

the shade. 

“I won’t get a tan if I wear sunscreen.” 

Wrong. Over 20% of us have gone out in the sun without wearing 

SPF because they have wanted to get a tan. SPF will not stop you 

tanning but it will stop sunburn and skin damage. 

Remember... always wear SPF, both abroad 

and here in the UK. Always make sure you’re 

wearing a minimum of SPF 15. Don’t over do 

it and be sure to cover up and spend some 

time in the shade. Do reapply your sunscreen 

after a few hours and if you’re in the water 

make sure yours is waterproof. 

1. Nivea Anti-Age Protection Face Sun Cream SPF 50, £8.49, Superdrug 

2. La Roche-Posay Anthelios Anti-Shine Matte Fluid SPF 30, £16, Boots 

3. Kiehl’s Ultra-Light Daily UV Defense Sunscreen SPF 50, £36, Kiehl’s 

4. Sisley ‘Super Soin Solaire’ SPF 30 Suncare Milky Body Mist, £87, Debenhams 

5. Lancôme Soleil Bronzer Protective Body Mist SPF 50, £24.50, John Lewis 


Beauty 

LOTS TO SMILE ABOUT AT 

ANGLIA ORTHODONTICS 

A smile says a lot about a person. It not only reflects your 

mood but it can also affect someone else’s! The team at Anglia 

Orthodontics are passionate about offering expert advice and 

professional treatment to ensure your smile is the best it can be. 

The team of specialist orthodontists here are trained specifically 

to improve the appearance, position and function of your teeth. 

From fixed braces to the increasingly popular Invisalign treatment, 

they are known for modern cosmetic dental treatments which are 

best suited to your needs. 

TOP TIPS 

Ensure your orthodontic treatment runs smoothly with the team’s 

top tips: 

• A fixed brace can easily trap food and unwanted plaque can 

build up. Prevent this by spending at least 5 minutes, 3 times a 

time brushing your teeth properly. Do this after breakfast, lunch 

and dinner. 

• Use a soft bristled brush (either manual or electric) along with 

a fluoride toothpaste and mouthwash. You will also need a tepe 

brush for cleaning behind the wire and down the sides of the 

brackets. 

• Thorough cleaning will also prevent decalcification (the 

staining or discoloration around where the braces 

were), cavities or decay and gingivitis. 

• Following treatment, always wear your retainers 

at night for the first couple of years. 

This will ensure your teeth remain in their final 

position. If they appear tight, this could be 

because your teeth are trying to move if you 

have not worn them for a couple of nights 

so don’t waste your hard work. If you lose or 

break them come back soon to us. 

NEW TO ORTHODONTICS TECHNOLOGY 

Anglia Orthodontics are a Digital Impression Practice and proud 

Owners of an iTero Element Intraoral Scanner meaning they 

make a great first impression... literally! The iTero Element Scanner 

is a state-of-the-art digital impression system that eliminates 

the need for messy putty in your mouth. With their scanner, they 

can digitally capture a detailed 3D model of your teeth and gums. 

Not only is this process far more comfortable than the old putty 

based impressions, but it’s faster and can offer a superior clinical 

endpoint. 

• No goop or gag to worry about 

• Fast, accurate impression 

• Ideal for Invisalign clear aligners and retainers 

• See a simulation of your potential post-treatment smile 

During the impression process, you can breathe or swallow as 

you normally would. You can even pause during the process if you 

need to sneeze or just want to ask a question. The scanner gives a 

3D model of your mouth that they use with all Invisalign services 

including the Invisalign Outcome Simulator to show you what your 

new smile might look like. 

Book your free adult assessment: 

www.angliaorthodontics.co.uk 

Cambridge 

The Pavilion, Lammas Field, Driftway, 

Cambridge, CB3 9PA. Tel: 01223 305526 

Huntingdon 

Huntingdon NHS Treatment Centre, 

Hinchingbrooke Park, Huntingdon, PE29 6NT 

Tel: 01480 453184 

National 

Smile Month 

15th May - 15th June 

Ely 

Princess of Wales Hospital, Lynn Road, 

Ely, CB6 1DN. Tel: 01353 669570 


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Healthy Hotlist 

Hot list 

Written by Samantha Nice 

Healthy 

Positive Plant-based Nutrition 

The Chia Co. 

Chia seeds are bursting with fibre, Omega 3 and protein. 

The team at Chia Co sustainably grow each little chia seed 

to ensure they’re produced to the very best quality. They 

pride themselves on bringing them to you in their simplest, 

cleanest, purest and sun-ripened form. Alongside their 

raw white and black chia seeds, they also offer a range of 

products which are jam-packed with other wholesome 

ingredients. Their Chia Pods combine chia with coconut 

or almond milk for a gluten-free and vegan breakfast or 

snack which is ideal if you’re on the go. Their Oats+Chia 

are another great breakfast alternative whereby you only 

need to add hot water! These too are completely vegan and 

dairy free and are packed full of protein, fibre and good fats. 

Head over to their website for lots of delicious chia recipes 

such as salted caramel chia pudding and chocolate chia and 

avocado mousse. 

www.thechiaco.com 

That Protein 

Here’s another vegan-friendly name you need to know 

about. That Protein is a premium plant protein powder 

which is completely natural and organic. They’re entirely 

free from dairy and sugar and have no added flavours 

or allergens. The nutritionists behind That Protein have 

sourced plant proteins from the likes of pumpkin seeds, 

hemp and brown rice and combined them with superfoods 

such as cacao and baobab. These cold-pressed powders are 

great for making dairy-free shakes with nut milks as well 

as for baking and making other delicious breakfasts for an 

instant nutrient boost. Not only are they rich in protein, 

fibre, Vitamin C and Omega 3, they’re also great for 

building muscle, helping to reduce tiredness and fatigue and 

supporting your immune system. Choose from pumpkin and 

chia seed, brown rice and cacao, hemp and baobab or their 

choca mocha with organic coffee. Watch this space for their 

new peanut butter flavour too! 

www.thatprotein.com 

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Lean Machine 

Fitness Camp 

Healthy Hotlist 

Dose Up On 

Vitamin D 

Sales of vitamin D supplements in Waitrose 

shops surged by 70% in the two weeks following 

publication of NHS-backed research that 

suggested a daily dose of the ‘sunshine vitamin’ 

could prevent more than three million people falling 

ill through respiratory infections each year. The 

retailer’s multivitamins sales also rose sharply. 

Sunlight is the main source of vitamin D, which 

means people in the UK are more at risk of 

deficiency during the winter months. However, 

media coverage around the recent study also 

highlighted which foods are particularly good 

sources, such as oily fish. According to the British 

Nutrition Foundation, canned red salmon contains 

the most, with 15.3 micrograms per 140g portion. 

Waitrose has also seen sales of this tinned fish 

grow by 22% since the results of the study were 

announced. 

Moira Howie, Waitrose Nutrition Manager says, 

“Awareness about the importance of vitamin D in 

the daily diet has been gaining momentum over 

recent weeks. Through the spring, summer and 

autumn when the sun 

shines our bodies can 

generally make sufficient 

vitamin D for our needs, 

particularly if oily fish, 

eggs and fortified 

breakfast cereals are 

part of the weekly diet. 

But a supplement can 

certainly make good 

sense during the winter 

months too.” 

Health & Vitality Vitamin D, £3.09, available 

from Waitrose, Bury St Edmunds, Newmarket, 

Cambridge, Ely, Saffron Walden and Sudbury 

www.waitrose.com 

Introducing Newmarket’s group personal 

training for a fraction of the cost. 

Lean Machine Fitness Camp are the 

new kids on the block when it comes 

to bootcamp sessions in Newmarket. 

They are changing the game by 

adapting your average bootcamp 

and making it more of a personal 

training camp. The classes are much 

smaller, therefore more tailored to 

each bootcamper’s individual needs. 

Lean Machine Fitness Camp has two 

personal trainers at each session (Max 

Lovett and Craig Nicholls) to ensure your form 

and technique is spot on. They are also on hand when 

it comes to diet and nutrition to guarantee results. Head over to their 

website and book your FREE trial session. 

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Club, Newmarket CB8 7RX 

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Fitness Fundraiser: 

Race For Life 

Why not get involved with the annual 5k or 10k women’s-only 

race and fundraise for Cancer Research UK? As always they’re 

taking place in both Nowton Park, Bury St Edmunds and Parker’s 

Piece, Cambridge. You still have a few weeks to sign up! 


Sunday 11th June | 11am 

Nowton Park, Nowton Road, 

Bury St Edmunds, IP29 5LU 

Cambridge 

Sunday 16th July | 11am 

Parker’s Piece, Park Terrace, 

Cambridge, CB1 1EH 

www.raceforlife.cancerresearchuk.org 

WHEN? 

Tuesdays & Thursdays at 

6:30am, 9:30am & 6:30pm 

and Fridays at 6:30am & 

9:30am 


Nest 

The 

CONTENTS 

Green With Envy 

Explore the spectrum of 

greens for your interior 


We talk to Interior Designer, 

Katie Malik 

Time For A Barbie! 

Barbecue season is upon us... 

Velvet’s monthly property and interiors exclusive 

Neptune, 

Bury St 

Edmunds

Home Hub 

Hub 

Home 

Written 

A SCENTS OF SPRING 

With the days getting warmer 

and spring having officially 

sprung, it’s time to open your 

doors and fill your home with 

that fresh spring breeze. 

As we know all too well, 

the British weather is 

temperamental, so to save 

you from the occasional chill, 

bring in the scents of spring 

in another way. Lighting a 

scented candle not only creates 

Take a look at our top picks 

a beautiful aroma around your 

home, it also creates a peaceful 

ambience and a real sense of 

calm. Choosing your scent is 

personal preference but this 

spring there are lots of fresh 

seasonal ones to choose from. 

Look for ingredients which ooze 

freshness such as lemon, linen 

and essential oils. Looking to 

bring the outside in? Aim for 

floral notes. 

SPRING BOTANICALS 

This set includes three candles – Seychelles, Lime & Bay and 

Flowers - all of which look every bit as beautiful as they smell. Each 

candle contains a striking inclusion of materials, from dark green 

bay leaves and slices of lime to petals and seashells. The set also 

includes a ceramic candle plate to burn your candle on, too. 

1. Spring Botanical Candle Collection, £45, The White Company, Cambridge 

TOTAL REFRESH 

Ditch your double macchiato for a natural energy boost in 

the morning... Light this energising scented candle to give your 

morning routine an extra lift whilst also filling your home with 24 

invigorating essential oils. This scent is predominantly sun-baked 

lemons which are coupled with fresh basil. 

2. Neom Organics London, Feel Refreshed Candle, £30, John Lewis, Cambridge 

MAKE IT A RITUAL 

A purifying, scented candle which combines the characteristic 

sweet, earthy fragrance of Vetiver and the fresh scent of Sage. 

Enjoy 50 hours of burning time too. 

3. Rituals Spring Garden, £21, www.rituals.com 

by Ashleigh Kerr 

Velvet brings you the latest 

home and interior trends 

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Home Hub 

Pinterest 

Pinterest 

HANG OUT 

Lighting is a key element in any space so why 

not make yours an even bigger focial point 

with something a little different. Pendant 

lighting is unique and very eyecatching and 

still continues to remain on-trend. Metallic 

pendants are striking and can really transform 

any room in your home. Try lining up more 

than one to highlight a feature such as your 

dining table. 

1. Copper Bell Jar Ceiling Light, £97.99 

2. Endon Gibson Short Pendant, £80.99 

3. Matte Bronze Endon Connery 

Pendant, £102.50 

4. Green Café Pendant, £84.99 

All available from Glasswells 

Glasswells, Newmarket Road, Bury St Edmunds, IP33 3TU 

Tel: 01284 752804 | www.glasswells.co.uk 

FUN IN 

THE JUNGLE 

One of the major interior trends 

this season is jungle-inspired 

tropical prints and vibrant colours. 

It’s anything but subtle, but take 

the plunge and breathe life into 

your home this year. Opt for bright 

greens and palm prints as well as 

animal-inspired accessories and 

indoor plants. If you want to feel 

exotic but without the extravagant 

wallpapers and large prints, try 

experimenting with block colours or 

smaller accessories. 

Business is Blooming 

Newmarket’s famous flower 

shop, Tolly’s, has moved to larger 

premises... just opposite! 

Founded 15 years ago, Tolly 

Considine, has been bringing 

beautiful blooms to the town and 

surrounding area ever since. Tolly 

opened his first shop on Rous 

Road in 2002 but last month 

has moved across the road into a 

much larger 4-storey townhouse 

which was previously the 

Newmarket Gallery. “Business 

has been on the up for quite 

some time now and although I 

wasn’t actively looking for new 

premises, we had outgrown 

where we were. I was really 

excited about the opportunity of 

acquiring the gallery opposite as 

it has such a great shop window 

which is going to be great for 

showcasing what we have,” Tolly 

tells us, just a few days on from 

the opening. Be sure to pop in 

and take a look for yourself! 

Tolly’s Flowers 

6 Rous Road, Newmarket, CB8 8DH 

Tel: 01638 668805 

www.tollysflowers.co.uk 


Interiors 

12 Piece Hampton 

Dinner Set, £79 

Marks & Spencer 

Nachtmann Highland 

Colour Tumbler, £12 

John Lewis 

Jacquard-Weave 

Cushion Cover 

£8.99, H&M 

Artificial Fern in Plant 

Pot, £5, John Lewis 

Neptune, Bury St Edmunds 

Green With Envy 

From pale and muted greens to dark bottle 

greens, explore the whole spectrum 

when adding this to your interior 

Large Glass Vase 

£17.99, H&M 

Neptune, Bury St Edmunds 

Indoor Cheese 

Plant, £65, Next 

Eden Pressed Vase 

£15, Marks & Spencer 

Embroidered Tassel 

Cushion, £34 

Oliver Bonas 

Le Cocktail Velvet 

Chair, £425 

Oliver Bonas 


Interiors 


Many blog posts and articles focus 

on current trends, forthcoming 

trends and even past trends, and 

as much as these are very useful, 

sometimes, they it can be tricky to 

execute these in our own spaces. 

For example, this year’s ‘on trend’ 

colour chosen by Pantone is 

greenery green. This is fantastic 

if you’re into green, but what if 

you’re not? Instead of focusing on 

trends and what’s hot right now, try 

focusing on how to create a space 

that’s right for you. 

Cambridge-based Interior designer, Katie Malik, 

talks to us about making your home your own 

SUIT YOURSELF 

What does it mean to design a space that 

suits you? In simple terms, it means to 

create somewhere that you feel good and 

somewhere that reflects your lifestyle 

on every possible level. Our home, both 

the location and physical building itself, 

influences almost every aspect of our lives 

- from how we cook, how we eat, how we 

sleep, how often we see friends and even 

how safe and secure we feel. 

There are some basic principles that help 

us maintain wellbeing in spaces we inhabit; 

I won’t get in to too much detail about 

these now, but they include having a small 

front garden and a back garden, having 

at least zones if we live in open spaces, 

but ideally individual spaces for different 

activities to take place, having dining 

rooms joined with kitchens rather then 

living rooms, proper heating, proper 

noise reduction materials, maximum 

daylight in addition to self-controlled 

lighting for different tasks, and a variety 

of plant species. 

Photovisions 

PERSONAL PREFERENCE 

So, what are the steps to creating 

that ideal space? With clients 

who contact me and ask for help 

with designing their spaces, I 

always conduct a ‘brief’. It’s the 

most important step in getting 

the design right. This can be used 

when trying to achieve that ideal 

space you can do on your own. 

First and foremost, decide on the 

scope. What is it that you’re trying 

to achieve? What do you need 

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Interiors 

Maciek Platek Food & Interior Photography 

Savvy Photography 

Katie Malik 

Email: katie@katiemalik.co.uk 

Tel: 07596190914 

www.katiemalik.co.uk 

BE INSPIRED 

What can help you in the process of 

achieving that ideal space for yourself 

is creating some form of scrapbook, 

ideabook or a Pinterest board where you 

can gather inspirational photos and almost 

filter what you like and dislike. One tip 

here is to try not to recreate the room to 

the smallest detail, every space is different 

and what might work in one place, might 

not necessarily work in the other. 

You can see an example of a beautiful 

headboard which was upholstered in a very 

strong coloured fabric. It all looks beautiful 

and you might like the overall ‘look’ but for 

example, you could not fall asleep easily in 

a bedroom with lots of red hues. 

Maybe, you need more softer colours to 

feel relaxed in your bedroom like in the 

one below, which we created for a family 

home in Cambridge. 

You might even consider whether you’d 

like a headboard in your bedroom. I am in 

favour of using them, especially if they’re 

upholstered, as they provide extra back 

support, especially when reading, and can 

take centre stage in any bedroom. One 

of my clients, for example, didn’t want to 

have one as they simply didn’t like them. 

This is down to personal preference and 

refers back to my point about creating a 

space you like. 

tfi 

@KatieMalikInteriors 

the most in your space? If you’re a family of four, 

maybe you need a proper dining table where all 

the family can sit down and have a meal together, 

but maybe you just need a breakfast bar, as you 

all have meals at different times? In one of my 

projects, a family needed both; a breakfast bar 

for quick meals and a dining table not too far 

from the kitchen for evening meals. 

A different client of mine wanted to have a 

proper table close to the kitchen (also because 

of the limited space available), which could 

accommodate 3-4 people at the same time. 

Maciek Platek Food and Interior Photography 


Time For A Barbie! 

With the weather finally on the up, barbecue season is finally upon us... 

BBQ 

NATIONAL 

BBQ WEEK 

29th May - 4th June 

Landmann 31401 

Dorado Charcoal BBQ 

£199, John Lewis 

ALL THE GEAR 

When it comes to the barbecue itself... it has to be charcoal and it has to have a lid. Whilst there’s 

nothing wrong with a gas barbecue, you won’t get that smoky flavour unless you can keep a constant 

temperature and lock in the flavour. 

Weber Original 

Kettle Premium 

Charcoal BBQ 

£239.50 

Homebase 

INVENTIVE IDEAS 

Gone are the days when we’re only barbecuing burgers and sausages as now almost 

anything is possible. 

1. Popcorn on the barbecue? Yes that’s right. This popcorn net ensures your popcorn is 

contained and cooked to perfection every time. Bon-Fire Pop Top for Popcorn, £24, Tesco. 

2. Try making your own pizzas with this pizza stone designed specifically for use on both gas 

and charcoal barbecues. Weber Original GBS Pizza Stone, £49.99, John Lewis. 

3. Struggle with barbecuing fish? Try this nifty little clamp to ensure your fish doesn’t flake. 

Barbecue Fish Grill, £15, John Lewis. 

4. Stop your skewers sticking to the grill with this framed kebab set. Charbroil Barbecue 

Kebab Set, £15, B&Q. 

5. Melt cheese or grill halloumi with this easy to use cheese barbeclette. Boska Cheese 

Barbeclette, £8.99, Steamer Trading. 

TIP TOP TOOLS 

From a decent pair 

of tongs to some 

heatproof gloves, 

ensure you’ve got the 

right tools for the job. 

Cobb 4 Piece Utensil 

Set, £49.49, Lakeland 

Barbecook 3 Piece BBQ 

Tool Set, £39.99, Argos 

Smokehouse Charcoal 

BBQ Smoker, £189, Tesco 

BBQ Single Glove 

£15, John Lewis 


Interiors 

DARE TO BE 

Fancy something a little bit different to liven up your interiors? 

Then Mineheart might be just the place for you 

DIFFERENT 

Set up in 2010 by husband and wife 

Brendan Young and Vanessa Battaglia, 

the company offers unique twists on 

classic designs and comes up with its own 

eye-catching pieces from scratch. But a 

word of warning – just don’t call their work 

‘quirky’. 

“I really dislike that word – everyone 

always says that!” laughed Brendan. “We 

just have fun and make things we like.” He 

explained: “Vanessa and I are both from 

a product design background so we share 

the creative side of what we do. 

“I tend to do more of the threedimensional 

product development, like 

lighting and furniture, and Vanessa takes 

over more of the styling and photoshoots, 

imagery and packaging side of things.” 

The couple live in Cambridge and sell their 

products from their base in Sawtry and 

online. They have a three-year-old son, 

Antoni, and a dog called Lili. 

Mineheart’s latest product is a quirk... I 

mean, an appealing series of old-style 

portraits with pencils superimposed on the 

upper lips of the people depicted. This was 

achieved by taking photos of Renaissance 

portraits and then altering them using a 

computer. 

“A lot of our pieces are inspired by the 

past, such as Baroque and Renaissance 

art and architecture,” said Brendan, who 

is Cambridge born-and-bred. “I was 

reading a psychology book and some of 

the tests they did were asking people the 

same questions with a pencil under their 

nose and without it, and then asking them 

how they felt. It made quite a significant 

difference to the answers they gave. They 

were happier using their facial muscles 

as, by smiling and doing certain facial 

expressions, you can actually feel happier 

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Interiors 

Mineheart 

Unit 6, Brookside Industrial 

Estate, Huntingdon, PE28 

Tel: 01487 831034 

www.mineheart.com 

Article by Adrian Peel 

“I really dislike that 

word – everyone 

always says that! 

We just have fun and 

make things we like.” 

– so I thought I’d apply that to an old 

masterpiece.” 

Before Mineheart, Brendan and Vanessa 

– who met in 2000 at Exeter University, 

where he was studying and where she 

was enrolled on a three-month exchange 

programme – were design consultants for 

companies including John Lewis and Next 

Homes. 

“That was always to their brief, their 

style and their type of customer, and we 

wanted to do something closer to us,” said 

Brendan. “So the idea of Mineheart was 

purely whatever we fancied doing or what 

we thought was a good idea.” The name 

was inspired by Shakespeare’s Sonnet 46, 

“Mine eye and heart are at a mortal war” 

to symbolise their dual passions: love for 

tradition and eye for contemporary design. 

So what are they up to at the moment? 

“We are working on several new collections 

right now, including a new collaboration 

with London-based artist Jacky Tsai which 

will be released later in the year,” said 

Brendan. “He uses intricate traditional 

decorative techniques with a modern 

twist. “We are also aiming our new 

product designs more for use in hotels and 

restaurants, rather than just for homes, in 

order to better serve our interior designer 

clients.” 

Some of Mineheart’s designs are being 

exhibited at present at Art of Float, the 

studio on Hawthorne Way in Cambridge 

where people pay up to £55 to spend an 

hour floating in a highly dense saltwater 

solution in state-of-the-art floatation 

pods. “They’ve got some of our stuff in 

there,” confirmed Brendan. “It’s quite 

a nice local business which is doing 

something interesting. We’ve got lots of 

similar options coming up this year but I 

don’t know exactly what we’re doing yet.” 

Most of Mineheart’s products are 

designed, made and assembled in the 

UK, which enables more control over 

production and quality, giving greater 

flexibility and the ability to offer custommade 

and bespoke pieces. 


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

CONTENTS 

A Digital Discovery 

Test drive of the latest 

Land Rover 

Official Opening 

Of Marshall’s new Jaguar 

and Land Rover site

Motoring 

A Digital 

DISCOVERY 

Land Rover has worked hard to shed almost half a tonne of 

weight from the Discovery, but at 2.2 tonnes it’s still a hefty 

beast. Hefty enough that, should you accidentally run over the 

removable luggage cover that you’ve carefully laid down, there’s 

only ever going to be one winner, which explains why there’s 

a pile of broken plastic in the back of my test car. Sorry Land 

Rover. 

However, such is the perceived strength of the new Discovery, 

it feels likely that anything that stands in front of it will simply 

be beaten into submission. This was put to the test at Eastnor 

Castle, Land Rover’s expansive off-road facility that is home to 

their customer driving experience. Rock crawls that would defeat 

almost anything on the road, deep water well beyond the bottom 

of the door, and bumps that twisted the suspension to extreme 

angles proved inconsequential to the new Discovery, but it’s 

what’s going on underneath the skin that’s impressive. 

Casually labelled as the ‘digital’ Discovery, the new car eschews 

much of the hewn-from-granite styling of the old Discovery 

and bins most of the somewhat 

“You’re cocooned 

in a cabin that’s 

so luxurious that 

you barely notice 

the outside world 

passing by.” 

archaic technology that 

underpins it, replacing it all with 

cutting edge computing power. 

It’s immediately apparent as we 

venture off-road; the rotary 

dial that controls drive modes is 

ultimately redundant - while it’s 

possible to manually select sand, 

snow, mud and ruts, and 

so on, setting the car up for what 

lies ahead, the car is also able to operate automatically with the 

Terrain Response system switching between modes in the blink 

of an eye. Simply put, the car knows the terrain better than the 

driver. 

There are myriad aids to help further, with the equivalent of an 

off-road cruise control setting allowing the Discovery to make its 

way across tricky terrain at a precisely controlled crawling pace. It 

Written by Phil Huff 

makes the driver feel invincible, requiring them to do nothing but 

steer the car. It is genuinely incredible. 

However, for all of its ability off-road, most will stay very much 

on smoothly tarmacked roads. It’s here that it shows its bulk, as 

anything that weighs roughly the same as a rhinoceros isn’t going 

to feel particularly agile on twisty country roads. The Discovery 

has a good stab at it though, with the electronic air suspension 

hunkering down at speed. Grip levels are surprisingly high thanks 

to tyres as wide as you’d find on a Chevrolet Camaro, but body 

roll is quite significant and it takes some time to scrub off speed 

so confidence levels are unlikely to be as high as the car’s abilities. 

Find a straight road and it’s glorious, that air suspension 

smoothing out almost every bump despite 21-inch wheels, 

with the 3.0-litre V6 diesel engine propelling the behemoth 

to 60mph in just 7.7 seconds. It never actually feels that quick 

though, which could be down to a seldomly enthusiastic gearbox, 

or it might be that you’re cocooned in a cabin that’s so luxurious 

that you barely notice the outside world passing by. 

A 10-inch touchscreen dominates the centre stack, and that’s 

enabled Land Rover to minimise buttons on the dashboard. 

It’s got all the necessary connectivity, including a built-in wi-fi 

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Motoring 

MODEL TESTED: 

Land Rover Discovery Td6 HSE Luxury 

• Price: £64,195 

• Range: £43,995 - £66,510 

• Top speed: 130 mph 

• 0-62 mph: 7.7 seconds 

• Official fuel economy: 39.2 mpg 

• CO 2 

emissions: 189 g/km 

• Car tax: £450 (£800 in Year 1) 

• BIK: 37% 

• Insurance group: 42E 

• Power: 258 PS (254 bhp) 

• Torque: 600 Nm (443 ft lb) 

• Weight: 2,230 kg 

Marshall Land Rover Cambridge 

699 Newmarket Road 

Cambridge, CB5 8SQ 

Tel: 01223 377700 

www.marshall.co.uk/land-rover 

system that can support six devices in the 

car - coincidentally the same number of 

seats, if you exclude the driver. There’s 

also nine USB ports dotted around, so 

everybody’s phone can stay fully charged. 

Pleasingly, there are still knobs for 

temperature and audio volume, so the 

basics can be carried out by feel alone. 

It’s all surrounded by plenty of leather, 

metal and high-gloss plastics, with acres 

of room for each person on board. Even 

the pop-up sixth and seventh seats 

can accommodate an adult, although 

that would count as cruel and unusual 

punishment on a long journey. Those rear 

seats, and the second row in the middle, all 

fold up and down at the touch of a button, 

while an app allows you to perform the task 

while away from the car. Perhaps that’s 

helpful at Ikea. 

Despite seven seats, there’s even a decent 

boot, along with storage bins and pockets 

dotted around the car. There’s one hidden 

under the central cupholders that could 

hide enough Haribo to keep six kids 

happy for days, and there’s even a small 

cubbyhole hidden behind the air-con 

controls. 

Spacious, well equipped, capable on-road 

and unstoppable off-road, it’s tough to 

find fault with the Discovery. The big V6 

diesel engine is barely any more powerful 

than the lighter 2.0-litre unit, losing just 

0.3 seconds in the 0-60mph sprint, 

but the extra refinement alone might be 

worth the relatively small £1,500 uplift 

in price, and while it’s an attractive car 

I’m not convinced that the Range Rover 

Sport-esque styling works as well as the 

clean-cut utilitarian style of old. And don’t 

mention that offset rear number plate. 

There’s also the small issue with it being 

north of £60,000 for this spec (and more 

than £75,000 with the options fitted to it) 

but PCP payments are likely to be around 

£500 a month, which would make that 

more palatable. 

Think of it as a mini-Range Rover, albeit 

still a physically massive car, with all the 

abilities and more of the Discovery of old, 

and it starts to look like pretty good value. 


Motoring 

Official 

opening 

Take a look at Marshall 

Cambridge’s new Jaguar 

and Land Rover site 

A pioneering nexus of retail sales and 

aftercare, Marshall Cambridge Jaguar 

Land Rover celebrated its official opening 

with a stunning launch event on the 27th 

of March 2017. 

Andrew West, Customer Service Director 

of Jaguar Land Rover UK, gave a rousing 

speech to mark the curtain-raiser of 

the new dual arch facility; a platform for 

both the Jaguar and Land Rover brands 

to showcase their impeccable products, 

with expertly-trained sales assistants 

to provide top notch insight to patrons. 

During the evening, customers got to 

enjoy a selection of freshly prepared 

canapes and a range of refreshments, 

including coffee served from a 1990 

ex-military Land Rover 127 custom built 

to be a mobile café. 

A vast customer parking lot and vehicle 

display area offers a warm welcome 

for those wishing to browse, while the 

neighbouring workshop presents a 

promise of consistent, specialist 

post-sales service. Stocked with genuine 

Jaguar Land Rover parts and manned 

by technicians with intrinsic brand 

knowledge. 

Located at 699 Newmarket Road, 

Marshall Cambridge Jaguar Land Rover 

is right at the heart of Marshall Motor 

Group, with the Marshall Head Office 

just a stone’s throw away. 

Marshall Land Rover Cambridge 

699 Newmarket Road 

Cambridge, CB5 8SQ 

01223 377 700 

www.marshall.co.uk/land-rover 


Motoring 

Spring Is In The Air 

Spring is here and there are lots of reasons for thinking about changing 

your car says Newmarket Motor Company 

With summer looming and the sun shining, 

perhaps now is the time to perhaps be 

considering a sportscar. Or, if you’re 

planning a family holiday such as camping 

or caravanning, having the right vehicle 

will make such a difference to the whole 

experience. 

Thankfully there are a wide range of used 

cars which are available to suit most budgets 

and offering the style and capabilities you 

need. At Newmarket Motor Company, 

we have an extensive range of vehicles for 

sale including sportscars, 4x4s, coupes and 

saloons. In addition, we also have a range of 

commercial vehicles such as vans, so if your 

dream is to convert a van into a camper 

van, we can find you exactly what you are 

looking for. 

If you are thinking of buying a caravan, or 

you already have a caravan, we sell various 

cars and 4x4s which will make towing easier 

and safer. From Range Rovers, Honda 

CRVs, Land Rover Discoveries to estate 

cars and saloon cars suitable for towing, we 

can help find exactly what you need. 

There is also the simplicity of open car 

motoring which can be enjoyed when 

the weather permits! Here in the UK, it 

pays to be an optimist when it comes to 

the weather, but modern sportscars are 

very civilised places to be with the top 

up or down. In reality, there are many 

opportunities to have the roof down even 

in the winter and an electric operated roof 

means a speedy roof up should the weather 

change unexpectedly. 

Sportscars are often very good value 

having had extensive development by the 

manufacturer to ensure excellent road 

handling and offer a truly exceptional driving 

experience not to mention just good old 

fashioned fun. So, if you are considering a 

sportscar come and take a look at our range 

of sportscars such as Porsches, Mercedes- 

Benz models, Hondas and more exotic 

machinery like the Nissan GTR. 

Whether you fancy a sportscar, or a car for 

the family, now is a great time for change. 

Our dedicated and knowledgeable team 

can help to make it happen. We offer a 

no-obligation free service and there is no 

pressure to take out any finance. Whatever 

you are looking for, we will do our best to 

assist you and make the process as smooth 

and painless as possible. 

Newmarket Motor Company 

Exning Road, Newmarket, CB8 0EA 

Tel: 01638 666404 

www.newmarketmotorcompany.co.uk 

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