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4 CONTENTS 

Welcome to the July 2020 edition of The Eckington 

& Killamarsh Doorsteppa. 

I must start by saying I hope this finds you safe and 

well in what has been a very strange and frightening 

period in our history. 

Everyone at Doorsteppa would like to send our 

thanks to the key workers who continued to provide 

us essential food and medical supplies during 

the past few months. And of course to the first 

responders and front line workers who dealt and 

continue to deal bravely with the unknown. 

It may take a while for the country to get back fully 

on its feet and feel normal again. At The Doorsteppa 

it may take us a few months before we see all the 

clubs, meetings, events, church listings etc that are 

usually packed into our pages. I have no doubts that 

as a community we will get there. 

This month we have several articles that we hope 

can continue to provide useful guidance as well as 

offering a welcome distraction. We will continue 

providing the latest news and measures but as 

things can change on a weekly, if not daily basis, 

please check on www.gov.uk for all the up-to-date 

advice. 

As our April issues were released online only, please 

get in touch if you have any queries regarding these 

editions, or if you just want the answers to the 

puzzle page! 

If you visit or contact anyone you have seen in The 

Doorsteppa, be it a charity or a local business, don’t 

forget to mention where you saw their details. 

For anyone who would like to advertise, or promote 

a community/non-profit event in our August 

editions, please phone, email or contact us on social 

media. The details are listed below. Please note the 

deadline for booking space and/or confirming your 

advert is Monday 20th July 2020. 

Have a great month. Stay safe. 

7 Community 

Samaritans launch ‘Talk To Us’ 

and Freedom Community Project 

11 Tarotscopes 

What’s in store this month?.. 

12 Equity Release 

The lowest interest rates 

ever seen for Equity Release! 

15 Government Guidance 

Stay Alert & Safe 

17 Health & Fitness 

Walking back to happiness 

18 Brainteasers 

Your free monthly puzzle page 

including previous month’s 

sought after answers! 

23 Mental Health 

Looking after your mental health 

27 Stuff 4 Sale 

Items available for sale in 

our monthly classifieds… 

29 Books 

A Good Read 

31 Kid’s Page 

Our monthly teasers - just for kids! 

33 Recipe 

Perfect Coconut Ice Cream 

35 Useful Numbers 

Important local telephone 

numbers to keep in hand 

37 Gardening 

Lockdown musings 

38 Index 

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7 COMMUNITY 

• Sheffield Samaritans has launched ‘Talk To Us’ to raise 

awareness of its round-the-clock emotional support services 

and to encourage people to get in touch if they need support. 

• Sheffield Samaritans has continued to provide emotional 

support throughout the pandemic at a time when listening to 

others has never been more important. 

Since lockdown in March, Samaritans volunteers suggest that 

one in three callers talk about coronavirus with many people 

feeling more anxious and distressed than before the pandemic. 

Volunteer surveys which gathered over 3,000 responses, also 

found the most common concerns related to coronavirus are 

around loneliness, isolation, mental health and illness, family, 

finances, and unemployment. 

Branch Director at Sheffield Samaritans, Sally, said: “Our 

volunteers have been working day and night to be there for 

anyone who is struggling in these uncertain and challenging 

times. Lockdown restrictions have had a huge impact on 

everyday life for many people, as we’ve been hearing over the 

past few months, and our volunteers have been a much-needed 

source of support for those whose networks haven’t been 

available during the pandemic. 

“Our outreach work and fundraising activity remains on hold 

until further notice, but we hope that the public can continue to 

support us in any way they can. We have recently reopened our 

charity shop which is essential in raising the funds that enable us 

to support people who are struggling to cope. By shopping there, 

the people of Sheffield can help us to continue to be there for 

anyone in need of support.” 

Sheffield Samaritans is encouraging the local community to 

show their support, by visiting our charity shop which has now 

reopened in line with government directions. Located at 45 

Chapel Walk in Sheffield City Centre the shop is currently open 

from 10am-4pm, Monday to Friday. The shop team have been 

working hard over the last few weeks to ensure that the shop 

can reopen safely with the wellbeing of customers and 

volunteers being prioritised. 

Samaritans is also marking 24/7 across the UK and Ireland as one 

of the most important days in the organisation’s charity’s 

calendar which it uses to help spread the message that 

volunteers are available to listen to anyone who is struggling 

–day or night, 24 hours a day, seven days a week. 

Anyone can contact Samaritans for free anytime from any phone 

on 116 123, even a mobile without credit, or you can 

email jo@samaritans.org. 

For more information on how to get involved visit 

www.samaritans.org/support-us/campaign/talk-us/ 

or join in the conversation 

on social media using #TalkToUs. 

Free Advice and Support service through 

Killamarsh Methodist Church! 

Don’t forget we offer Advice and Support on 

key issues like; free debt advice and advocacy, 

free benefit advice and application support, 

free housing advice and free professional 

psychotherapy counselling sessions. 

Freedom Community Project is happy to 

let you know that we have made a good 

alternative arrangements with Killamarsh 

Methodist Church to make our Advice and 

Support project accessible. 

The church building has been shut for safety 

reasons since the pandemic. However, our 

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our free telephone number 0300 302 0334 

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11 TAROTSCOPES 

Karen Glazier 

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ARIES 21 March - 20 April 

Change continues around you but now you’re starting to see 

the dawn of a new day. There’s nothing to fear. The worst of it’s 

behind you. You’ve worked long and hard, put up with much, and 

now it’s time for your efforts to bear fruit. Claim your 

independence, be yourself, and apologise to no one. Career gets 

a boost which in turn benefits your finances. Your intuition guides 

you well so pay heed to it. 

TAURUS 21 April - 21 May 

You’re asked to offer emotional support. Be honest in your 

answers and don’t be tempted to say what you feel others want to 

hear. That damages others, you, and your reputation. Questions 

over commitments and marriage surface and can cause sleepless 

nights if you let them. If you yourself can’t commit to something 

wholeheartedly then don’t go down that route. It’ll lead to bigger 

issues later on. Matters regarding female health could be a concern. 

GEMINI 22 May - 21 June 

By rights you should be feeling calm, centred and exude an 

air of gentle nurturing. It brings others flocking to your side; with 

many wanting to repay your previous kindnesses to them. Of 

course there is another side to all this fluffy bunny stuff. There’s 

some work to be done so you’d best be prepared to crack on. A 

patient and methodical approach is best as nothing is going to 

move along at full speed. 

CANCER 22 June - 23 July 

Before you commit to anything ensure you read, and fully 

understand, the small print. This isn’t the time to indulge in wishful 

thinking. Be realistic. Fortunately, a strong man guides you. He 

thinks with his head, not his heart, and sees the pitfalls ahead. 

Listen carefully to his words and be prepared to act on his advice. 

This puts you in the right place, at the right time, to benefit from 

changes heading your way. 

LEO 24 July - 23 August 

Patience is needed now with at least one situation. Don’t 

despair if things aren’t moving forward as fast as you would like 

because the wait benefits you eventually. What does come your 

way turns out to be far better than anything you could have imagined 

and was well worth the delay. Sadly your good fortune could 

lead to another person feeling a little jealous. Watch your back; 

someone isn’t who you thought. Beware your words! 

LIBRA 24 September - 23 October 

The only way to deal with bullying aspects is walk away. This 

isn’t cowardice nor defeat. Walk away and regroup. Come back 

bigger and better than ever before. During this time keep your 

own counsel. Beware of whom you share your ideas and plans 

with. Someone isn’t as they first appear. Be patient. Hold ups or 

blockages to progress are placed for a purpose. Fighting against 

them serves no purpose. You’re on the right track. 

SCORPIO 24 October - 22 November 

Life a bit disappointing? Possibly, but beware of not being 

that down in the doldrums that you miss something small which 

could lead to something far bigger, and better, than you ever 

imagined. Be clear headed in your thinking and seek the wise 

council of someone in the know. The family home provides shelter 

from the storm and time spent there is time well spent. Look to 

your creature comforts and be kind to yourself. 

SAGITTARIUS 23 November - 21 December 

Potentially, one relationship ends and another, more exciting 

and promising, begins. This could be in a career or business 

sense or a physical one. Either way, communication is key and 

you’re required to be open and honest in all you say and do. 

Likewise you need to listen carefully to the views of others. There 

could be some upset but concentrate on building for your future. 

Roll your sleeves up, be determined, and apply yourself. 

CAPRICORN 22 December - 20 January 

Time for a change of tack. Heartfelt discussions are needed 

and both parties need to state their case and be heard. That’s you 

and your significant other. Are you about to turn your joint world 

on its head? Nothing to be afraid of as conversations give the 

chance for fresh starts. Be open and honest and all will be well. 

Business may be affected and there may be some areas that will 

take some unravelling. 

AQUARIUS 21 January - 19 February 

There’s a charmer in your midst. Sounds good doesn’t it? 

Sadly, they’re not all they’re cracked up to be and there’s the 

potential for you to be let down. Still, other new faces provide 

interest and friendship and a wedding or engagement is a time of 

celebration for everybody. A break from the norm is encouraged. 

Even if it amounts to nothing more than a walk in the countryside it 

will blow the cobwebs away. 

VIRGO 24 August - 23 September 

There’s more hard work ahead. Your only option is to get on 

with it. But before you do take time out for yourself. You may feel 

out on a limb but this time is important for you to see situations 

from all angles. It’s about balance; being fair to others, taking 

nothing for granted, and acknowledging your part in events. Using 

your wisdom to ensure resentments don’t fester sees you succeed. 

You’re more than capable. 

PISCES 20 February - 20 March 

Too much responsibility? Then off load some of it. Others 

are more than capable and you shouldn’t feel guilty for saying ‘no’. 

They may be a bit ‘put out’. Tough! Stand firm in your decisions. 

You’ve done your bit and can step away for a while. Offer advice 

if asked but do no more. Tangled situations will resolve 

themselves given time and you’re not to make decisions before 

you’ve assess all the facts. Be realistic. 



12 EQUITY RELEASE 

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being sold something that might be 

completely wrong for them”. 

Equity release Lifetime Mortgages are 

increasingly popular, helped by interest 

rates falling to record lows, tempting 

homeowners that have seen pensions and 

savings ravaged. The lowest interest rates 

are now just over 2.50% and with options to 

pay monthly, or to simply pay nothing and 

roll-up until the home is later sold, it’s 

understandable that more homeowners are 

considering Equity Release to support them 

in retirement. 

Simon Chalk of Laterliving now!, the area’s 

leading local specialist Equity Release 

Planner, believes that there has been no 

better time to consider this option for 

providing capital or boosting income for the 

over 55s. During the current crisis, Simon 

has noticed a sharp rise in people looking 

to pay for care privately at home, with 

Equity Release providing a means of 

meeting the cost. 

"Anyone looking to unlock tax-free cash tied 

up in their home to help themselves or their 

loved ones, can now benefit from access to 

substantial sums of money at the lowest 

interest rates.” 

Many people are looking to help and 

support their families as they struggle with 

the crippling financial consequences of the 

pandemic. “Equity release can be a sensible 

solution to a problem, but it isn’t always the 

right one, so sound financial advice from an 

independent specialist is essential. Clients 

often turn to us, having been swamped with 

sales brochures and emails from large 

national firms advertising on TV and 

Under the current social-distancing rules, 

Laterliving now! offer free consultations by 

phone, Facetime, WhatsApp or Zoom. They 

can help people decide if Equity Release is 

right for them, without needing to actually 

meet. When lockdown ends, Simon says 

they will once again offer safe home visits 

for those who prefer it." 

"Living in Chesterfield makes me easily 

accessible" said Simon. "I’ve specialised in 

later-life planning for 17 years and being 

truly independent, means that I’m not tied 

to a limited number of lenders. We only 

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Equity Release Council. I served on its 

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15 GOVERNMENT GUIDANCE 

Everyone’s actions have helped to reduce the 

transmission of coronavirus in our communities. 

Fatalities and infection rates continue to fall. 

The government has set out its plan to return life to 

as near normal as we can, for as many people as we 

can, as quickly and fairly as possible in order to 

safeguard livelihoods, but in a way that continues 

to protect our communities and our NHS. The most 

important thing we can continue to do is to stay 

alert, control the virus, and, in doing so, save lives. 

This guidance explains the measures that will help 

you to stay alert and stay as safe as possible as 

we continue to respond to the challenges of 

coronavirus. 

On 19 June, the UK CMOs changed the COVID-19 

alert level from level four to level three following a 

recommendation by the Joint Biosecurity Centre. 

This means that the virus is considered to be in 

general circulation but transmission is no longer 

high or rising exponentially. As a result, the UK 

Government has decided to continue to ease 

restrictions in a manner that is safe, cautious and 

consistent with our plan. 

As of 4 July, this will mean: 

• you can meet in groups of up to two households 

(your support bubble counts as one household) in 

any location - public or private, indoors or outdoors. 

You do not always have to meet with the same 

household - you can meet with different 

households at different times. However, it remains 

the case - even inside someone’s home - that you 

should socially distance from anyone not in your 

household or bubble. This change also does not 

affect the support you receive from your carers 

• when you are outside you can continue to meet in 

groups of up to six people from different 

households, following social distancing guidelines 

• those who have been able to form a support 

bubble (i.e. those in single adult households) can 

continue to have close contact as if they live with 

the other people in the bubble, but you should not 

change who you have formed a support bubble with 

• additional businesses and venues, including 

restaurants, pubs, cinemas, visitor attractions, 

hotels, and campsites will be able to open - but we 

will continue to keep closed certain premises where 

the risks of transmission may be higher 

• other public places, such as libraries, community 

centres, places of worship, outdoor playgrounds 

and outdoor gyms will be able to open 

• you can stay overnight away from your home with 

your own household or support bubble, or with 

members of one other household (where you need 

to keep social distancing) 

• it will be against the law to gather in groups larger 

than 30 people, except for a limited set of 

circumstances to be set out in law. Police will have 

the power to break up groups larger than 30, apart 

from these exceptions 

Moving forward, people will be trusted to continue 

acting responsibly by following this and related 

guidance, subject to an upper legal limit on 

gatherings (as described above). The overwhelming 

majority of the British public have complied with 

the regulations, and the wider guidance on how to 

keep themselves and their friends and family as 

safe as possible. Taking this into account, we trust 

people to continue acting responsibly, and to 

follow the guidance on what they should and 

should not do. 

These changes will reopen much of society and the 

economy, but it is essential that everyone in the 

country goes about their lives in a manner which 

reduces the risk of transmission, whether they are 

at work, leisure, or using public services. When you 

leave your home, you should follow the guidelines 

on staying safe outside your home. You should 

continue to avoid close contact and remain socially 

distant from anyone you do not live with or who 

is not in your support bubble - even inside other 

people’s homes. 

You should wash your hands regularly. This will help 

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with and is critical to keeping everyone safe. 



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17 HEALTH & FITNESS 

in the fresh air and enjoying the sunshine definitely 

helped to clear some headspace each day. 

What walking can do for your health 

During lockdown I was furloughed, and my husband 

John had to work from home. We decided to use 

the time it usually took us to commute (an hour 

each way) to walk. We'd never really walked as a 

form of exercise before...we'd never really taken 

any form of exercise before, so this was something 

new. 

We worked out a route and as we were used to 

getting up at 6am to travel to our respective jobs 

and we decided that staying in that routine seemed 

sensible so we wouldn't be too out of sync on our 

return to work. The mornings were gradually 

becoming lighter at the start of lockdown so 

although we were heading out early it wasn't dark. 

We have walked for just over an hour every day for 

ten weeks and this is what we've discovered. 

Walking reduces blood pressure - Johns blood 

pressure had been sneaking upwards and just 

before lockdown our GP had been monitoring it 

with a view to him starting blood pressure 

medication. When it became clear that he wasn't 

going to be examined by a doctor for some time I 

was concerned enough to buy a home blood 

pressure monitor online. We tested it out to make 

sure the readings matched those of the clinic then 

forgot about it! After six weeks (on the date he was 

supposed to have been returning the GP) we tried 

it and discovered his blood pressure was just within 

normal range. By week ten it was well within the 

normal range. Mine too has dropped significantly. 

Walking trims your waistline - Both John and I had 

the start of middle age spread. Over ten weeks I've 

dropped a dress size and John has discovered he's 

wearing the trousers that prior to lockdown he'd 

been considering donating to charity. 

Walking relieves arthritis pain - After four weeks 

John noticed that his arthritis pain seemed less. This 

seemed counterintuitive so I consulted the arthritis 

society website and discovered that walking is 

recommended because it does indeed help reduce 

inflammation and stiffness in your joints. The 

important thing to remember is to walk 'correctly'. 

Hold your head up; keep your neck, shoulders and 

back relaxed; swing your arms naturally, with a 

slightly bent elbow; tighten your stomach muscles 

a little to give yourself a supported core, and 

breathe deeply as you walk. 

Walking improves your mental wellbeing - At the 

start of lockdown I think we both felt really anxious 

about all the uncertainty. As the weeks progressed, 

while we walked awe discussed our worries and 

thrashed out solutions to some of the problems we 

faced or might face. I certainly began to feel in a 

better place mentally and as though I could cope 

better with life in general. Being outside, breathing 

Crucially throughout this period neither of us has 

felt like we were ‘exercising’. Walking felt natural 

and easy. I know this article is anecdotal and 

personal but there is plenty of research to support 

exercise being almost as important as diet in 

controlling type-2 diabetes; that it helps with 

balance and co-ordination and so helps to prevent 

falls in older people, meaning they are more likely 

to stay out of hospital, which at the moment is even 

more important than usual, and finally that it helps 

boost the immune system which is important for 

obvious reasons right now. 

We will definitely continue to fit walking into our 

day even when life returns to a more normal 

pattern. 

By Jo Turner 



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ACROSS 

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There are some simple things you can do to help you take care 

of your mental health and wellbeing during these times of 

uncertainty. Doing so will help you think clearly, and make sure 

you are able to look after yourself and those you care about. 

Here are 10 ways you can help improve your mental health and 

wellbeing if you are worried or anxious about the coronavirus 

outbreak. 

Stay connected with people 

Maintaining healthy relationships with people we trust is 

important for our mental wellbeing. Now that the government 

guidelines allow more social activity outside, this may feel 

easier. Just make sure you follow the latest government 

guidance. Think about how you can continue to stay in touch 

with friends and family, especially if you or they need to stay at 

home. You could try phone calls, video calls or social 

media – whether it's with people you normally saw often or 

reconnecting with old friends. 

Talk about your worries 

It's normal to feel a bit worried, scared or helpless about the 

current situation. Remember: it's OK to share your concerns 

with others you trust – and doing so may help them too. If you 

cannot speak to someone you know or if doing so has not 

helped, there are plenty of helplines you can try instead. 

Support and help others 

Helping someone else can benefit you as well as them, so try 

to be a little more understanding of other people's concerns, 

worries or behaviours at this time. Try to think of things you 

can do to help those around you. Is there a friend or family 

member nearby you could message? 

Feel prepared 

As the outbreak continues, it can help to work through the 

implications of government guidelines so you feel more 

prepared and less concerned. If you are continuing to stay at 

home, then it can help to think through a typical week: how 

will it continue to be affected and what will you need to do to 

solve any problems? If you have not already, you might want 

to talk with your employer. Find out about government 

support for businesses and self-employed people and 

understand your sick pay and benefits rights. 

Look after your body 

Our physical health has a big impact on how we feel. At times 

like these, it can be easy to fall into unhealthy patterns of 

behaviour that end up making you feel worse. Try to eat 

healthy, well-balanced meals, drink enough water and exercise 

regularly. Avoid smoking or drugs, and try not to drink too 

much alcohol. Going for a walk, run or bike ride can really help 

lift your mood and clear your mind – just remember to keep a 

safe distance from others. 

Stick to the facts 

Find a credible source you can trust – such as GOV.UK or the 

NHS website – and fact-check information you get from 

newsfeeds, social media or other people. You could also use 

the GOV.UK Coronavirus Information Service on WhatsApp. 

This automated chatbot covers the most common questions 

about coronavirus. Message the coronavirus chatbot to get 

started. Think about how possibly inaccurate information 

could affect others too. Try not to share information without 

fact-checking against credible sources. You might also want to 

consider limiting the time you spend watching, reading or 

listening to coverage of the outbreak, including on social 

media, and think about turning off breaking-news alerts on 

your phone. You could set yourself a specific time to read 

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Stay on top of difficult feelings 

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and how often you get information. It's fine to acknowledge 

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thoughts about coronavirus are making you feel anxious or 

overwhelmed, try www.nhs.uk for some ideas to help manage 

your anxiety. 

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things we usually enjoy. Focusing on your favourite hobby, 

relaxing or connecting with others can help with anxious 

thoughts and feelings. If you cannot do the things you normally 

enjoy because you're continuing to stay at home, think about 

how you could adapt them, or try something new. There are 

lots of free tutorials and courses online, and people are coming 

up with inventive new ways to do things, like hosting online 

pub quizzes and music concerts. 

Focus on the present 

Focusing on the present, rather than worrying about the 

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wellbeing. Relaxation techniques can also help some people 

deal with feelings of anxiety. 

Look after your sleep 

Good-quality sleep makes a big difference to how we feel 

mentally and physically, so it's important to get enough. Try to 

maintain regular sleeping patterns and keep up good sleep 

hygiene practices – like avoiding screens before bed, cutting 

back on caffeine and creating a restful environment. 

The NHS mental health and wellbeing advice pages have a 

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can use while staying at home. We also have guidance and 

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with their mental health. 

Remember, it's quite common to experience short-lived 

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with symptoms of coronavirus. If this happens, try to distract 

yourself. When you feel less anxious, see if you still have the 

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29 BOOKS 

How A Haunted Farmhouse Inspired Local 

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The 3-week old baby sleeping in the dark 

corner was the only person in the room. 

The old woman sleeping in her chair downstairs 

was disturbed by a noise above. She wearily 

climbed the stairs and opened the bedroom 

door, in time to watch pokers clanking 

awkwardly stabbing the embers. That baby was 

me and the old lady my grannie when we 

resided in a very old farmhouse in Wiltshire. 

Her tale lingered on and for many years I 

wanted to pen a ghost story. 

‘The Curse of Becton Manor’ isn’t about that 

farmhouse but a haunted Elizabethan manor 

house in Derbyshire and the trials and 

tribulations of two families centuries apart. In 

1597 the tensions are borne from religious 

strife and the persecution of ‘witches’. In 1957, 

sordid secrets are not given up without a fight. 

The author of two excellent books, Anne 

Grange (‘Inside Outside’ and ‘Distortion’) 

recommends the debut novel of Patricia Ayling: 

‘A thrilling page turner with characters that 

come to life; full of fascinating historical details.’ 

Patricia, who now lives in Killamarsh says, ‘This 

story has had hundreds of changes and made 

me realise that it is not easy to pen a book. 

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Cool, Creamy & Delicious 

Preparation time: 15 mins 

Cooking time: 10 mins plus chilling and 

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Serves: 6 

3. Pour into a bowl and cover the 

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Ingredients 

1 x 400ml can coconut milk 

150ml double cream 

1 x 160g can coconut cream 

50g golden caster sugar 

4 large egg yolks 

25g desiccated coconut, toasted 

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a bowl until thick and creamy. Pour the 

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Pour this coconut milk mixture in a slow 

stream over the egg yolks and sugar, 

whisking constantly. 

2. Rinse out the saucepan (important to 

stop any burning and tainting of the ice 

cream) and return to a low heat. Pour in 

the custard mixture and stir in the 

desiccated coconut. Continue to stir 

constantly for 5-10 mins until the 

custard thickens slightly and you can 

trace a line through it with a wooden 

spoon. 

5. If you don't have an ice cream maker 

transfer the chilled custard to a small 

freezer-safe container with a lid and 

freeze for 1 hr, then use a fork or 

electric whisk to really churn through 

the ice cream to break up the ice 

crystals so that the mixture is the same 

consistency all the way through. Pop it 

back into the freezer for another 2-3 

hrs, whisking it about every half hour, 

then cover the surface with a sheet of 

cling film and freeze with the lid on until 

as firm as ice cream. Take out of the 

freezer 10 mins before serving so it’s 

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37 GARDENING 

Back in May garden centres became some of the 

first businesses allowed to reopen to the public. 

For gardeners stuck at home (even though we 

understood and supported the lockdown), it's 

been a frustrating time. We've been unable to 

plant during one of the best springs I can ever 

remember. 

And for many of the UK's growers it has been 

devastating. Millions of lost plants nurtured to 

be at their best by Easter were lost. The scale of 

the issue was mind-boggling. Garden centres 

and nurseries usually make the bulk of their 

income during the early growing season as 

people prepare their plots for the summer but 

instead they've been forced to compost or 

recycle millions of plants, leaving one in three 

growers in serious financial difficulties, with little 

possibility of recouping their losses later in the 

year. 

I was glad to see nurseries and garden centres 

reopening and in spite of my own apprehension 

about venturing out, I decided to go to my local 

garden centre reasoning that the open outdoor 

spaces meant transmission of coronavirus was 

less likely and it would be easier to maintain 

social distancing. 

There were staff in the car park and the queue 

markings were 2m apart. The trolleys were 

cleaned before being handed to the customers 

and social distancing was observed throughout 

the one-way system. There were fewer plants on 

display which puzzled me for a second until I 

realised that growers couldn't take the risk of 

planting a few weeks before when they had no 

idea whether they would have to destroy those 

plants too. Such a heart-breaking decision for 

them to have to make. 

My own garden has been a source of solace 

throughout lockdown, but what has been 

particularly nice is the number of people who 

have discovered gardening during this period. 

There is a lot of psychological research which 

concludes that nurturing plants and flowers 

diverts our attention away from stresses and 

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been way too much stress and anxiety recently. 

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Nasturtiums can be sown throughout this 

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are trailing, climbing, and dwarf varieties. The 

showy flowers can be single or double and come 

in fiery shades of reds, oranges, and yellows. 

Leaves are pale green and umbrella-shaped with 

long stems. They are the perfect flowers for 

beginner gardeners so if the kids have been 

dying to have a go at gardening these are your 

go-to plant. Sow the seeds and within 7-10 days, 

you should see sprouting. They are drought 

tolerant and ideal for hanging baskets and 

containers. Even better, you can add the flowers, 

buds and young leaves to salads, and they have 

the most wonderful peppery taste. 

Love-in-the-mist are easy to grow and have 

distinctive seed heads. These can be sown until 

early July and also again in September so they 

will get a head start for next year. 

And of course, you can still plant sunflowers. 

Who doesn't love a sunflower? Plant one for 

each member of the family and see whose grows 

the most. You could give prizes for the tallest, 

the prettiest or the largest flower. 

Happy gardening. 

By Rachael Leverton 

Tel: 0114 4185359 • Mob: 07903 858276 • Email: doorsteppa@btinternet.com • Web: www.thedoorsteppa.co.uk


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INDEX TO ADVERTISED SERVICES 

Aerials........................................8, 22, 24 

Amateur Dramatics...............................35 

Architecture..........................................28 

Bathrooms......................................20, 21 

Bedrooms.........................................6, 24 

Blinds....................................................24 

Car Repairs....................................10, 22 

Car/Vehicle Bodywork............................2 

Carpets...........................................22, 36 

Cars Wanted....................................2, 27 

Community Church.................................6 

Conservatories.............10, 16, 25, 30, 34 

Delivery Jobs........................................28 

Design & Planning................................28 

Doors..............................................25, 30 

Driveways/Gardens...24, 26, 28, 32, 39, 40 

Electricians.........................5, 6, 8, 16, 36 

Entertainment...................................9, 35 

Equity Release.....................................13 

Fireplaces...............................................6 

Flooring..........................................19, 28 

Funeral Directors....................................2 

Garages..................................................5 

Garden Centre........................................3 

Gardeners......................................32, 36 

Gas...................................................5, 19 

Glass & Glazing........................25, 30, 34 

Guitar Lessons.....................................19 

Gym........................................................9 

Hotel.......................................................9 

Joinery..................................................19 

Kitchens..........................................20, 21 

Landscaping.....................................3, 28 

Legal Services......................................10 

Mechanic - Mobile................................10 

Mobility.................................................32 

MOT’s.............................................10, 22 

MP........................................................35 

Music....................................................19 

Oven Cleaning..................................8, 24 

Painter & Decorators..................6, 24, 36 

Plumbing & Heating..................5, 6, 8, 19 

Property Maintenance....................19, 28 

Pubs & Restaurants...........................8, 9 

Removals.............................................27 

Roofing, Soffits, Fascias....5, 10, 19, 25, 32 

Scrap Metal..........................................35 

Slimming...............................................16 

Sofas......................................................5 

Solicitors...............................................10 

Storage.............................................3, 27 

Surfacing........................................32, 39 

Take Away..............................................8 

Tiles................................................20, 21 

Tiling.....................................................28 

Used Car Sales....................................27 

Waste Removal....................................35 

Weddings...............................................9 

Wills................................................10, 14 

Windows & Doors...........5, 25, 30, 32, 34 

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should be deemed to have been made. All information contained herein is correct to the best knowledge and belief of the publisher. No liability 

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