Cheltenham Living Jul - Aug 2021

Contents 

A Note 

from the EDITOR 

12 

Amazing 

A Culinary Journey through 

slow cooker recipes 

Northern Ireland 

Isn’t it funny how quickly we can go 

from loving the hot weather to doing 

a rain dance - is there anything more 

British? Day one sees us calling every 

available neighbour into the garden 

for a BBQ, making sangria and filling 

up the paddling pool...but by day 

three we are complaining about not 

sleeping in the heat, getting sunburnt 

and worrying about the grass dying 

under said pool. At least the garden is 

looking pretty happy though... 

...and speaking of, we are a nation of 

garden fanatics - never more-so than 

when our patches of earth became 

our social spaces, home gym or just 

general respite from our four walls. 

Chef Mitch Tonks 

14 

With that in mind, we’ve got a 

wonderful garden feature to help 

inspire you - and to show that no 

space is beyond help! This plot really 

was an eyesore and a challenge given 

its slope and poor access, but the 

owners have made something rather 

special and given us some tips into 

how they did it. 

Time to refresh your 

interior 

16 

Editor Katie Thomson 

e katie.thomson@minervapublications.co.uk 

Publisher Sally Thomson 

Pre-Press Manager Kate O’Connell 

Contributors Rebecca Rose, Peter Thomson, Sue Cooke, Matthew Biggs 

Angela Cave and Pete Lawrence. Front cover courtesy of Steve Haywood 

Key Account Manager Steve Davies 

e steve.davies@minervapublications.co.uk 

d/l 01225 984506 

twitter @CheltenhamGlouc 

19 

An amazing 

garden glow up 

MINERVA PUBLICATIONS HQ 

Unit 21c, Paxcroft Farm, Hilperton 

Trowbridge BA14 6JB 

t 01225 984 550 

visit our website www.minervamagazines.co.uk 

Disclaimer: The publishers shall not be held liable for any loss occasioned by failure of an 

advertisement to appear, or any damage or inconvenience caused by errors, omissions and 

misprints. No part of this publication may be reproduced without prior permission from the 

publishers. The opinions expressed within are not necessarily those of the publishers. 

On the foodie front we have some 

amazing recipes from a book all 

about the humble slow cooker. Once 

consigned as a product of a 70s Good 

Housekeeping cookbook, the slow 

cooker has had an image reinvention 

in recent years - especially because 

its low-cost and minimal fuss cooking 

appeals to the modern, time-strapped 

family cook. They’re as beautiful as 

they are tasty, so we hope you enjoy 

digging in. 

Finally, we are bringing back our very 

popular competition page - this issue 

it has over £1,500 worth of prizes! You 

can enter all the ones listed on the 

page, plus some web-exclusives at 

minervamagazines.co.uk - you can 

also opt into being the first to hear 

about new giveaways when they are 

launched. 

We are looking forward to seeing you 

again in September - hopefully after a 

long hot summer - we will be shining 

our shoes ready for a new school year 

and celebrating the best of autumn’s 

amazing produce. 

Katie 

Katie 

www.minervamagazines.co.uk | 3

COMPETITION 

Time 

WIN 

A cashmere 

lounge wear 

set worth 

£500! 

To enter any (or all!) of our competitions, head to 

www.minervamagazines.co.uk/competitions. 

Find the competition and enter on that post, 

using the appropriate keyword. 

T&C’s apply and no cash alternatives available. Winners chosen at 

random - entries made after closing date will not be accepted. 

Look good, feel good and do good. Loop Cashmere is 

dedicated to bringing you feelings of luxury, comfort and 

unparalleled quality with its capsule collection of exclusively 

and sustainably sourced styles. Loop Cashmere is offering 

one lucky person the chance to win a cashmere hoody and 

jogger set from its new SS21 range in ‘midnight’. 

This luxurious outfit is perfect for downtime at home, thrown 

on after a workout, or to embrace weekend athleisure style. 

It will not only keep you cosy but will last you a lifetime as 

Loop Cashmere products are made from the highest quality, 

sustainable cashmere. 

loopcashmere.co.uk 

Closes 05/09/2021 - Competition keyword ‘LOOP’ 

WIN 

3 x £85 

Berkshire 

Gin sets to be 

won 

Berkshire Botanical is an 

artisan spirits collection from 

West Berkshire, which takes its 

inspiration for the local flaura 

and fauna. 

The range boasts an Original 

Dry Gin, as well as delicious 

fruity flavours including 

Rhubarb & Raspberry and 

Honey and Orange Blossom 

which are perfect for 

summer. 

They’re offering three lucky 

winners the chance to try out 

the range with a fantastic gin 

bundle worth £85. 

berkshirebotanical.co.uk 

Closes 05/09/2021 - 

Competition keyword ‘BOTANICAL’ 

From the hero 100% natural multi-use 

Original Nipple Balm which can be 

used as a ultra-thick and long lasting 

lip balm, cuticle cream, brow balm 

and more, to the newly launched BFF 

Balm for all over hydration for the face, 

hands, body & delicate areas, your 

summer skincare needs are taken 

care of with Dr.Lipp! Additive free, 

fragrance free, and of course not 

tested on animals! Simplify your life 

with Dr.Lipp! 

One lucky winner can 

get their hands on 

this amazing bundle 

worth over £250! 

drlipp.com 

Closes 05/09/2021 - 

Competition keyword 

‘LIPP’ 

WIN 

Dr. Lipp 

bundle 

worth over 

£250! 

FIYAH is a 

female-lead, 

online family 

jewellery 

business. 

WIN 

2 x £125 

vouchers to 

spend on 

jewellery online 

with FIYAH! 

The forms 

of their beautiful 

sterling silver and 

gold jewellery takes 

influence from the 

natural world and 

seeks to emphasise 

the human experience 

and connection between 

people – knowing how significant 

and personal jewellery is to the 

wearer. They minimise their impact 

on the planet by only using sustainable 

manufacturing practices and recycled 

materials where they can. 

Two lucky winners will have the chance to win a £125 

voucher to spend online! fiyah.com 

Closes 05/09/2021 - Competition keyword ‘FIYAH’ 

Zoflora, the UK’s number one Concentrated Multipurpose 

Disinfectant, has been keeping homes hygienically clean 

and beautifully fragrant for almost 100 years. To help bring a 

little magic into your cleaning routine, we’re giving four lucky 

readers the chance to win a year’s supply of Zoflora! 

With over 30 fruity, floral and fresh perfumer 

developed fragrances to choose from, there’s a 

scent to suit every room and mood, whether 

you spray it, soak it, wipe it or mop it! 

T’c and C’s: The prize is a year’s supply of 

Zoflora, for 4 winners. zoflora.co.uk 

Closes 05/09/2021 - Competition keyword ‘ZOFLORA’ 

WIN 

A year’s 

supply of 

Zoflora! 

Win a pair of 

unisex, vintage 

Christian Dior 

sunglasses worth 

£99 

4 | www.minervamagazines.co.uk

Events Schedule: 

3rd & 4th July - 

British Festival of Water 

Polo 

17th July - 

A Swinging Summer’s 

Evening with Peter Gill & 

Friends 

31st July - 

Hot Fuzz (outdoor cinema) 

1st August - 

Top Gun (outdoor cinema) 

7th August - 

Much Ado About Nothing 

(outdoor theatre) 

9th & 10th October - 

2021 SEASON - 1ST MAY-8TH OCTOBER 

Despite still operating under Covid-19 

restrictions, Sandford Parks Lido is 

delighted to be opening its gates for the 

2021 season! Following several years of 

uncertainty about its future, Sandford 

Lido Ltd (the charity that operates the site) 

was granted a new lease of 35 years with 

Cheltenham Borough Council. The Lido is 

such a vital aspect of the local community 

and attracts visitors from all around the 

country with a focus not just on physical 

fitness, but also on mental health and 

wellbeing. In addition to general public 

swimming sessions, the Lido holds various 

events and classes including live music, 

outdoor theatres, children's swimming 

lessons, yoga classes and even a dog swim 

at the end of the season. 

Each day is split into hourly swim sessions 

with a mixture of adult-only lane swimming 

as well as family-friendly sessions. Advance 

booking is recommended and details can be 

found on the Sandford Parks Lido website. 

The children's pool will remain closed to the 

public until further notice, but is available 

for private hire in groups up to 30 people. 

Book 

online 

now 

For more information, visit www.sandfordparkslido.org.uk or find 

Sandford Parks Lido on Facebook or Instagram (@sandfordparkslido)

Promotional Feature 

KNOWING THE VALUE OF LOCAL PERSONAL SERVICE 

As our world shifts increasingly 

online, many things have become 

easier. But often, online speed means 

less ability to make things truly 

personal to you and your lifestyle. 

And for products such as your home 

insurance, a ‘one size fits all’ approach 

can feel less thorough, impersonal 

and leave a sense of unease on 

whether your requirements have 

really been met. 

And, if you have a large home with 

high-value items that require more 

careful consideration, it’s all the more 

important that you feel confident 

and have the opportunity to have a 

thorough conversation about your 

needs and expectations. 

At NFU Mutual, it’s this commitment 

to local personal service that sets us 

apart, and has allowed us to look after 

what matters most to our customers 

for over 100 years. With over 300 

agency offices located in towns and 

villages throughout the UK, we’re part 

of the fabric of our communities. 

We live where you live, and when 

you speak to our colleagues, you’re 

talking to someone who genuinely 

knows and cares for the area. That 

means we’re uniquely positioned 

to understand the nuances and 

features of your property, a level of 

understanding you’re unlikely to find 

through an online provider. 

We know the value of having real 

conversations with our customers 

– it’s how we can be sure we’re 

providing the cover that’s right for 

you. And that means that should the 

worst happen, we’ll be there for you to 

help put things right. 

But this local focus doesn’t mean 

we can’t handle complex or large 

properties. On the contrary, our 

national outlook means we can draw 

on experience across the country, 

and our local teams are backed by 

underwriters, claims handlers and 

specialist suppliers. And whilst 

our heritage lies in farming and 

rural insurance, with over 850,000 

customers including home, motor 

and business insurances, you might 

be surprised at what we can offer. 

To find out more about NFU Mutual 

and our Bespoke home insurance 

for high-value homes and contents, 

please contact us at NFU Mutual 

Cheltenham on 01242 582038 or 

email cheltenham@nfumutual.co.uk 

A H Bryant, J M Hewitt & R J Carter is an appointed representative of The National 

Farmers Union Mutual Insurance Society Limited (No. 111982). Registered in England. 

Registered Office: Tiddington Road, Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire CV37 7BJ. 

TAILORED HOME INSURANCE 

RIGHT DOWN TO THE FINEST DETAIL 

For high-value properties and contents, including valuables, fine art 

and collections, choose NFU Mutual Bespoke home insurance. 

To discuss your high-value home insurance, 

call Cheltenham agency on 01242 582038 

or search NFU Mutual Bespoke 

A H Bryant, J M Hewitt & R J Carter is an appointed representative of The National Farmers Union Mutual Insurance Society Limited (No. 111982). 

Registered in England. Registered Office: Tiddington Road, Stratford upon Avon, Warwickshire CV37 7BJ. Authorised by the Prudential Regulation 

Authority and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and the Prudential Regulation Authority. A Member of the Association of British 

Insurers. 


taurus crafts 

Craft studios - Artisan businesses - Cafe - Gift shop 

Local food & drink - Local art - Special events 

Registered charity no. 232402 

A vibrant visitor centre where you can experience 

a wide range of arts and crafts, relax and unwind. 

Taurus Crafts, Lydney, GL15 6BU 

01594 844841 - www.tauruscrafts.co.uk 

leading a life 

of opportunity 

We are part of Camphill 

Village Trust, a charity 

supporting adults with 

learning disabilities, 

autism, mental health 

challenges and complex 

needs. To help people 

we to develop new skills, 

building confidence 

and enabling people to 

participate actively in the 

community. 

Whether your fire is for warmth or a feature, 

traditional looking, modern or bespoke 

The Fireplace Gallery has a fire to suit 

your home. 

With over 60 displays in our large showroom, and 

an experienced sales and installation team we can 

supply and create exactly what you are looking for. 

• Gas Fires 

• Electric Fires 

• Woodburning & Multifuel Stoves 

• Mantle Pieces, Surrounds & Beams 

• Outdoor Fires & Firepits 

• Own Installation Team 

• Fire Servicing 

V 01242 680076 

Unit 18-19 Knightsbridge Business Centre, Cheltenham GL51 9TA 

Email: fireplacegallery@hotmail.com 

WWW.FIREPLACEGALLERYFIRES.CO.UK 


school summer camps Why send your child to one? 

I think that we would all agree that children have had a very 

disruptive year and more likely one that has been somewhat 

unsettling. 

So to encourage children to enjoy themselves and catch up with 

lost time a visit to a summer camp could be an ideal solution. 

With a summer holiday abroad on hold for many, summer holiday 

clubs are the perfect solution to ensure your child enjoys a time 

away to remember! 

You can choose a club as your child’s summer staycation. There 

are many camps across the country which offer an exciting range 

of activities. 

The main purpose of many camps is educational, athletic, and 

cultural development. A summer camp environment will allow 

children to learn new skills in a safe and nurturing environment. 

Summer camp experience can have a lasting psychological and 

beneficial impact on the development of a child. 

It’s also a great chance to make new friends and discover 

their potential, which has been put on hold with the number of 

shutdowns they have experienced. 

We would recommend that you have a chat with the type of 

activities they would like take part find one that would suit their 

interests will offer your child the adventures they would enjoy. It 

could be horse -riding, crafting, camping and much more.... 


3-18 Co-Educational Day 

and Boarding School. 

Set in a beautiful 230 

acre estate in the heart 

of the Cotswolds 

“Rendcomb is a bit of a find 

if you are looking for a school 

that nurtures individuals” 

The Good Schools Guide 

Whole College 

Open Morning 

Saturday 25 

September 2021 

See our website 

for details 

w w w . r e n d c o m b c o l l e g e . o r g . u k

Learning through play 

Katie Paynter - discusses 

the value of play in the 

development of children 

Nothing is as natural as a child at play. It is a 

cherished part of childhood. It is important 

to recognise that it is difficult to give a single 

definition of play. It can be defined as ‘what 

children and young people do when they 

follow their own ideas and interests, in their 

own way, and for their own reasons.’ Play 

has also frequently been described as ‘what 

children and young people do when they are 

not being told what to do by adults’. 

Regardless of definition, the importance 

of play cannot be underestimated. It is 

undeniably instrumental in children’s learning 

and development and is particularly integral 

in a child’s early years, given it indubitably 

supports their foundational social, emotional 

and cognitive growth. 

Anyone spending any time with young 

children will understand that providing them 

with opportunities for play provides so much 

more than a few minutes or hours of ‘fun’. 

Many instrumental skills are developed. It 

develops communication and language skills 

and vocabulary, an understanding of emotion 

and empathy, social skills and creativity. It 

also supports and strengthens co-operation, 

collaboration, sharing and problem solving. 

Children will observe those around them 

and mimic language and behaviour. It 

teaches self-expression, nurtures a sense of 

imagination and simultaneously gives children 

a feeling of adventure. 

Dramatic play is absolutely essential to a 

child’s social and emotional development and 

can enhance their physical development too. 

It is also very closely connected to intellectual 

development. This is when children make 

sense of the world in which they live by 

acting out situations before they experience 

them and by mimicking what they witness 

around them. Most children are innately 

imaginative and will happily chat away to 

someone on their toy telephone or pretend 

to travel to hospital in an ambulance made 

from a cardboard box! This creativity must be 

actively fostered! 

Encouraging young children to embrace 

physically active play is extremely beneficial 

and necessary for their development. It 

helps them to learn about the ever-changing 

environment and gives them the opportunity 

to use their whole body and develop their 

gross motor skills. It can meet their multisensory 

needs and will promote significant 

health and well-being benefits. Whether it 

is messy play, creative or role play, it is an 

essential part of learning. 

Play provides a platform through which 

children are not only able to learn about the 

world around them through interacting with it, 

but it also gives them the opportunity to learn 

about themselves. As play is fun, children’s 

focus tends to be over a sustained period. In 

turn, this helps children to develop the ability 

to concentrate. It is important as parents not 

to push your child too hard. Children develop 

in their own ways and in their own time and, 

rest assured, their levels of focus will steadily 

augment. 

It is imperative that children are given the 

time ‘to be children’ and being able to play 

is essential, if the aforementioned physical, 

social, emotional and cognitive skills are to be 

securely embedded. 

Katie Paynter, head of pre-prep and EYFS at 

Lochinver House School and IAPS pre-prep 

and EY adviser 


Malvern Flea & 

Collectors Market 

FOUR amazing experiences under one roof! 

Three Counties Showground, Worcs. WR13 6NW. 

The UK’s largest flea market! 

Hundreds of indoor and outdoor stalls offer 

everything from furniture through to toys. 

• Sunday 27th June 

• Sunday 25th July 

• Bank Holiday Monday 

30th August 

Entrance: 7.30am-3.30pm - £5 

NEW AXE THROWING ARENA! 

Please check www.b2bevents.info in case 

dates have changed or been cancelled. 

Tel: 01636 676531 

www.b2bevents.info 


SLOW & 

The slow cooker is having a bit of a 

revival, not least because it takes the time 

pressures of home-cooked meals off of 

family life and offers hands-free dishes 

which warm the heart and soul. 

Katrina Meynink is such an advocate of 

the process that she’s created a beautiful 

booked, filled with inspiration for each 

cooking mood. Here we have some tasters 

from her new book, Slow Victories. 

EGGPLANT CHREIME 

Steady 

This is a bit of a slow cooker riff on the 

traditional Tunisian braised fish dish of 

the same name. But instead, here I’ve 

cooked down eggplant in a harissaspiced 

ragu and added the umami 

heat of urfa biber (Turkish red pepper 

flakes; available from specialist grocers), 

served on top of hummus and finished 

with some cooling coconut yoghurt and 

herbs. This one gets better with age, so 

embrace the leftovers. Serves: 4 

INGREDIENTS 

1 tablespoon olive oil 

2 garlic cloves, finely sliced 

2 medium eggplants (aubergines), 

trimmed, quartered lengthways 

2 teaspoons cumin seeds, 

roughly crushed 

1 teaspoon coriander seeds, 

roughly crushed 

bunch of coriander (cilantro), roots 

trimmed, cleaned and chopped 

2 ox-heart tomatoes, chopped 

2 tablespoons tomato paste 

(concentrated purée) 

1 × 400 g (14 oz) tin chopped tomatoes 

1 tablespoon rose harissa 

1 heaped teaspoon urfa biber 

(Turkish red pepper flakes) 

1 tablespoon brown sugar 

To serve 

150 g (51/2 oz) hummus 

125 g (41/2 oz/½ cup) coconut yoghurt 

fronds from 2 dill sprigs 

chilli flakes, to taste 

METHOD 

Preheat the slow cooker for 15 minutes 

on high. Set the cooker to the sauté 

function and add the oil, garlic, eggplant, 

cumin and coriander seeds. Sauté until 

fragrant and the eggplant starts taking 

on some colour. Add the remaining 

ingredients, give it a gentle stir, then close 

the lid and cook on low for 8 hours. 

To serve, smear the hummus onto the base 

of serving plates. Gently scoop out the 

eggplant and place on top, then finish with 

the coconut yoghurt, dill and chilli flakes. 

Season with salt and pepper to taste. 

FREEKEH WITH KALE, 

CHILLI, YEAST & 

PEPITA SALAD 

I’m just going to say this up front: 

the nutritional yeast in this salad is 

a revelation. It truly adds the most 

phenomenal umami flavour, as well as 

being a superb seasoning mechanism. 

This salad has excellent holding power, 

so it’s always a good one for work 

lunches or those irksome bring-a-plate 

scenarios. Serves: 4 (as a side) 

INGREDIENTS 

200 g (7 oz/1 cup) whole freekeh, rinsed 

500 ml (17 fl oz/2 cups) vegetable stock 

50 g (13/4 oz/1 cup) nutritional yeast 

150 g (51/2 oz/1 cup) salted pepitas 

(pumpkin seeds), roughly chopped 

(see Note) 

125–185 ml (4–6 fl oz/½–3/4 cup) olive oil 

150 g (51/2 oz/2 cups) cavolo nero, 

finely sliced 

1 green chilli, finely sliced 

baby cavolo nero leaves, to garnish 

METHOD 

Heat your slow cooker on the low setting 

for at least 20 minutes. Add the freekeh 

and vegetable stock, give it a good stir, 

then cover and cook on low for 1 hour. 

Check it at the 45-minute mark and 

if there still seems to be quite a lot of 

stock, leave the lid off for the last 15–20 

minutes. Once cooked, fluff with a fork. (It 

should be cooked through, but al dente.) 

Turn out into a bowl and season 

generously with salt and pepper, then 

allow to cool. 

For the salad, add the nutritional yeast, 

pepitas and 125 ml (4 fl oz) of the oil to 

another bowl and stir to combine. If the 

mixture looks too dry, add more oil until 

it reaches a lose pestolike consistency. 

Add the cavolo nero and chilli and toss 

with your hands. Add the freekeh, season 

again with salt and pepper, and garnish 

with baby cavolo nero leaves, if using, 

then serve. If you need to revive this for 

another day, simply slice some more 

cavolo nero and toss it through. 

COOK’S NOTE 

Use unsalted pepitas if you prefer. You 

can even add these to a mortar and 


pestle and give them a rough grind; it 

works wonders. 

LAMB SHAWARMA 

I suggest doing this with a small leg 

of lamb as you get the best results 

by being able to lay the meat as flat 

as you can in the base of the slow 

cooker. This allows the braising 

liquid to come up the sides so that 

the glorious spicy crust can be 

maintained. Obviously, slow cooking 

a lamb leg is a far cry from roasting it 

on a rotisserie, but the spice-addled 

preparation is the same and the end 

result is freaking delicious. I love 

serving this as part of a spread with 

flatbreads, pomegranate, bundles of 

mint and tahini.This works best if you 

can prepare it ahead. The day before 

you want to serve it, rub the spices 

into the scored meat and rest it in 

the fridge overnight. You will need a 

large, shallow-base slow cooker for 

this recipe. Serves: 4-6 

INGREDIENTS 

2 teaspoons black peppercorns 

6 cloves 

1 star anise 

1 teaspoon cardamom seeds 

½ teaspoon fenugreek seeds 

1½ teaspoons fennel seeds 

1 tablespoon cumin seeds 

1 tablespoon coriander seeds 

½ tablespoon ground cinnamon 

1 teaspoon nutmeg 

1 tablespoon sweet smoked paprika 

½ tablespoon sumac 

4 garlic cloves, crushed 

zest of 1 lemon 

1–1.2 kg (2 lb 3 oz–2 lb 10 oz) lamb 

leg, bone in 

1 litre (34 fl oz/4 cups) chicken or 

vegetable stock, or enough to come 

three-quarters of the way up the side 

of the lamb 

To serve 

tahini 

pomegranate arils 

finely sliced red onion (optional) 

flatbreads 

mint and coriander (cilantro) leaves 

METHOD 

Add the peppercorns, cloves, star 

anise and all the seeds to a frying 

pan and briefly dry-roast over a 

medium–high heat until the spices 

pop and become fragrant. 

You can also do this in your slow 

cooker if you have it nice and hot. 

Grind them in a spice grinder or using 

a mortar and pestle. Add to a bowl 

with all the remaining ingredients, 

except the lamb and stock, and stir 

to combine. 

Score the lamb leg in several spots. 

Rub the spices into the skin and top 

of the leg, then set aside to marinate 

for a minimum of 2 hours, but 

preferably overnight. 

Set your slow cooker to low. Add 

the lamb, then gently pour the stock 

into the bowl, being careful not to 

pour it over the top of the lamb; you 

want to keep as much of the spice 

mixture on the meat as possible to 

form a crust. Cover and cook for 10 

hours. Remove the lid for the last 30 

minutes of cooking. 

Let the lamb rest for 10 minutes 

before serving with tahini, 

pomegranate arils, red onion, if using, 

flatbreads and herbs. 

SPARKLING ROSÉ 

POACHED PEACHES 

The sweetness of white peaches at 

their peak and the pure pink fizz of 

this 

dessert really encapsulate late 

summer eating at its best. The 

peaches are 

delightful on their own or with a 

dollop of crème fraîche. Serves: 6 

INGREDIENTS 

500 ml (2 cups) sparkling rosé 

115 g (1 cup) caster sugar 

1 tablespoon rosewater 

1 tablespoon vanilla bean paste 

6 white peaches 

To serve 

organic rose petals 

3 tablespoons roughly crushed 

freezedried raspberries or 

strawberries 

METHOD 

Combine the rosé, sugar, rosewater 

and vanilla in the bowl of your slow 

cooker. Set to the sauté function 

and cook for 10 minutes, stirring to 

dissolve the sugar. Turn the heat to 

low, add the peaches and close the 

lid. Cook for 2½ hours. 

Allow to cool completely in the syrup. 

Gently remove the peaches and 

place in a large serving dish. Pour 

over the syrup, then scatter over 

the rose petals and the freeze-dried 

berries to serve. 

You can, of course, cut the peaches 

in half and remove the stones, but 

I like throwing the whole lot in for a 

more low-maintenance approach. 

The stones are so easily removed 

once the peaches have slow-cooked, 

and it stops the fruit from losing its 

shape as it cooks. 

Slow Victories by Katrina Meynink 

(Hardie Grant, £16.99) Photography 

©Kait Barker, Katrina Meynink 


Man of the sea 

Mitch Tonks 

The Rockfish Boat 

Mitch Tonks, image courtesy Steve Haywood 

Sally Thomson was 

delighted to catch up with 

chef and entrepreneur - 

Mitch Tonks who she has 

known for over 25 years.... 

SALLY: HOW ARE YOU DOING? 

Mitch: We are doing great! We are looking 

forward to finally getting the restaurant 

open. I think we are going to have a nice 

bounce back, but what a strange time. 

I’m one of the people that has benefited 

and enjoyed it to be honest. Getting to my 

age and not really taking any time off, I’ve 

had lots of time to spend with the kids and 

rethink things to make things better. 

I’D LIKE TO TALK TO YOU ABOUT YOUR 

BEAUTIFUL BOOK THE DISHES LOOK 

MOUTH-WATERING. MY FIRST QUESTION 

HOWEVER, IS HOW 

HAVE YOU ADAPTED TO THE LOCKDOWN? 

I must say that the first 2 weeks were 

scary; I didn’t really know what was going 

to happen, I knew how much money was 

in the bank and how long that would last. 

I had some truly beautiful and humbling 

experiences where my children took care 

of me, cooked for me and said: “Dad, you 

just concentrate on work and we are going 

to look after you and cook for you.” My son 

Ben is a chef and works in The Seahorse 

and so does my daughter along with Ben’s 

partner who is now the general manager. 

FANTASTIC, WHAT A LOVELY FAMILY AFFAIR! 

It is, and it was lovely being at home with 

them. When we started to think about 

survival, “I thought this is it we are going to 

survive this” We had 274 staff and I thought 

we are going to get through this and I’m 

going to take care of every single one of 

you and come out the other side. 

There was a lot to think about and we really 

took care of people. During the time we 

thought about, “How can we make this 

business 

better” and we started 

pulling apart everything that was wrong 

and thought how can we make it better? 

These are things that we couldn’t do when 

we were open, so we did a whole lot of 

things like shortened inventory, better 

shift patterns, closed the restaurant for an 

hour in the afternoon, went down to a 4 

day week in the winter, all the kind of stuff 

that we didn’t have the foresight to do 

previously. 

WHEN SOMEONE IS SO ENGROSSED IN 

MANAGING A BUSINESS IT’S SOMETIMES 

HARD, THIS MUST HAVE GIVEN YOU THE 

OPPORTUNITY TO CREATE A NEW VISION? 

I think it was a bit of that, but I’m always 

very outward looking with my business 

any way but I think one of the challenges 

was trying to get people to go along with 

it as they would be like we’re too busy or 

that’s not the way we do it. Everybody was 

great, and I think I realised that we were 

a lot more capable as I thought we were 

which was great and hugely uplifting, so I 

thought right I’m going to write a book. We 

wrote the book in November after a really 

good summer obviously we didn’t know 

that we were going to be in lockdown the 

first quarter. We were also working hard 

on getting the planning permission for our 

Salcombe restaurant which should be 

ready next year. Then we started sending 


out boxes to people like a seafood meal for 2 

and we suddenly built up to several hundred 

boxes a week which was quite a considerable 

amount. 

What we did was open a fishmongers in 

Brixham just before lockdown, so we ran it 

from there sending out all these boxes. I then 

started to reflect on my own behaviour at 

home, how it had changed and how I was 

buying my toilet roll, my chemicals, my meat 

and things stuff that I had never bought on 

mail order before and subscriptions and I 

was really enjoying it. I started to think about 

how much people had loved our boxes and 

how Sainsbury’s had closed their fish counter 

and I thought why can’t we set up a seafood 

at home business so we completed buying 

our fish supplier, we buy off the fish market 

everyday we have our own boat out there 

fishing so we bought that company and then 

we bought another company that makes 

sauces and things for us but also makes 

things for Fortman & Mason and the big fancy 

retailers. So, we are launching in July a really 

innovated seafood at home business where 

you will be able to buy amazingly fresh fish 

packaged brilliantly, nice and easy recipes 

available nationwide. Hopefully the reputation 

will be great, and people will trust us, they 

can see our fishing boats our restaurants and 

they will want to buy fish from us. 

KNOW YOU ARE EXTREMELY BUSY BUT WHAT 

DO YOU DO TO RELAX? 

I’m a sailor, a big reader so I love to read, 

and I love to cook and entertain at my house 

with the children. I’m a sailor so I love to plan 

voyages I can’t wait to get on the water, and 

we are sailing our boat up to the West Coast 

of Scotland. I’m leaving in 3 weeks and we 

are going to try and live a little bit up there 

and a little bit down here and just take some 

valuable time. 

LETS TALK ABOUT YOUR BOOK WHICH 

LOOKS WONDERFUL. WHEN YOU DO YOUR 

RECIPES WHAT INSPIRES YOU? DO YOU 

DRAW ON YOUR EXPERIENCE OR DO YOU 

LIKE TO CREATE NEW DISHES? 

I think in this book I draw on my love of 

seafood which is really nice and my own 

experiences in the rock fish book there’s quite 

a lot of new dishes things that I mainly cook 

at home. What I really enjoyed about this 

book is there’s no boundaries. This is food 

that I love like Asian food Singapore Chilli 

Crab (pictured top right) and Crispy fried Chilli 

cuttlefish. It’s really great! 

excel in education so when I 

got a doctorate from Plymouth 

University, I was very proud. 

I had to stand up and do a 

speech in front of the students 

and I never imagined that 

I would get to university 

and receive an honorary 

doctorate and it was my most 

personal proudest moment of 

recognition. 

Singapore Chilli Crab 

I’VE NEVER WORKED WITH FRESH CRAB SO 

MAYBE WHEN I NEXT COME DOWN YOU CAN 

SHOW ME WHAT TO DO WITH IT. 

I can definitely do that, and you know when 

you eat a wonderful fresh crab it’s a mindblowing 

experience. 

YOU HAVE SOME FABULOUS ACCOLADES BOTH 

ON YOUR WEBSITE AND IN THE LATEST BOOK 

To be honest it’s not one of the things I ever 

think about but they are very humbling. I think 

the thing I was most proud of was the fact I 

was a council house boy and didn’t really 

THE ROCKFISH COOKBOOK BY 

MITCH TONKS 

PUBLISHED BY JON CROFT 

EDITIONS 

PHOTOGRAPHY BY CHRIS TERRY 

£18 

AVAILABLE AT ROCKFISH 

RESTAURANTS AND ONLINE AT 

THEROCKFISH.CO.UK 

Rockfish Cookbook 


Image from Fireclay 

Tiles x Jessica Davis 

Tiles can really reflect your personality, so you 

don’t need to go with trends, but they can 

be inspiring. This season sees a lean toward 

inviting, earthy tones and using floor tiles up to 

half height on the walls. Geometric tiles are still 

hugely popular, and lots of ranges are bringing 

out ceramic versions of en-caustic tiles for 

easier upkeep. 

Fascination kitchen by 

Mowlem & Co 

MIXING 

materials 

1 

4 

TILE 

style 

2 

3 

1 Kyoto Green Wall Tiles, £1.36 per tile 

(304x76mm), www.londontile.co.uk; 2 Kromatika 

Green Tile, £39.95 per sqm, 

www.tilemountain.co.uk; 3 Bella Craquele, 

£35.99, www.tilemountain.co.uk; 4 Priory 

Cross Encaustic Effect, £1.06 

per tile, www.londontile. 

co.uk 

Image from @studiomcgee 

1 

Image from @houselust 

MODERN 

rustic 

3 

2 

1 

INTERIOR 

refresh 

Trends not to be missed... 

1 Zuiver Dendron 

Side Table, £89, 

www.cuckooland. 

com; 2 Cushions from Modern 

Vintage Collection, www.hauslife.co.uk; 

3 Leather Foostool, £1839.50, www. 

darlingsofchelsea.co.uk; 

4 1950s Brass and 

Leather Magazine 

Holder Model 4019 by 

Carl Auböck, Austria, 

£1290.24, www. 

thekairoscollective.com 

This trend combines 

a focus on integrity 

of items (think antiques) 

alongside comfort. It’s a lived-in 

look that envelops - large convivial 

pieces of furniture, paired with lots of 

texture. Hardwood floors are key to 

this style, as is a strong architectural 

framework to the room. 

The colour palette for this look tends 

to be very neutral, focusing on a mix 

of taupes, whites, creams and beiges, 

intermixed with framing black and 

other earth tones, like terracotta and 

wood. Finally, small pops of colour can 

be added in soft furnishings. 

4 

Inventive mixes of different finishes 

have been really evident in lots of 

kitchens this year - choosing surfaces 

which age with a nice patina can also 

add to the depth of the space - think 

about brass and wood, or concrete 

with stainless steel. Natural textures 

should really shine through. 

3 

4 

2 

1 Sione Pendant, £45, 

www.cultfurniture.com; 

2 Raegan Dining Table, £1176, 

www.sweetpeaandwillow.com 

3 Whole Birch Kitchen Door, 

www.thelifeofply.co.uk; 

4 Cement Taupe Concrete 

Effect Tile, £18.95, 

www.wallsandfloors.co.uk 

Image from @amberinteriors 


AL FRESCO 

living 

Brits are a nation of garden lovers, this much is undeniable, but this 

last year and all its challenges have deepened our appreciation for 

our outdoor spaces. 

This issue we catch up with a remarkable transformation - the 

change in this edition was that of a derelict, unused and overgrown 

space on a steep slope, into a smart, tiered city garden. 

WORDS Katie Thomson 

PHOTOGRAPHY Kiera Williams Photography 


o you have grand transformation plans 

for your garden but don’t know where to 

Dstart? We caught up with the owners of this 

amazing redesign, couple Daniel and Katherine, and 

found out their motivations for the change and how 

they went about the transformation on a budget. 

FIRSTLY, CAN YOU TELL US MORE ABOUT THE 

GARDEN BEFORE AND WHY YOU DECIDED TO 

TAKE ON THE PROJECT? 

Like many people, we were desperate for some 

outside space - our flat had a small courtyard but 

we wanted somewhere we could entertain and 

somewhere for the dogs to enjoy. 

The details surrounding actually buying the land 

were a bit unusual - it was a plot backing on to the 

communal garden of our building and came up 

for sale from a previous owner. Despite the state it 

was in, we snapped it up, knowing we could make 

something special. 

THE BEFORE PHOTOS SHOW THE LEVEL 

OF WORK NEEDED - WHERE DID YOU EVEN 

START? 

We realised early on that we would need 

professionals in - not only was the site overgrown, 

it was steeply sloping and had a strange slab of 

hard-standing in the middle. We enlisted the help 

of a garden landscaper and together devised a 

plan to make a sociable space with lots of room for 

plants but also a big deck. The layout was in part 

influenced by formal Georgian planting - the garden 

backs onto a Regency-era building, so it felt right to 

nod to that heritage. 

First there was a lot of clearance work - an old 

stump had to come out and then years of brambles. 

Then it was on to a mix of excavating and filling the 

various layers. 

BEFORE 

The site also had literally tonnes of stones in it, so it 

made sense for us to use gabions, the metal cages, 

as our retaining walls. We had planned to buy more 

stones for facing them, but in the end we didn’t 

need to. 

We wanted the space to be pretty low 

maintenance, so the bottom section is a material 

called hoggin, which is a self-binding gravel (it’s 

mixed with cement). It creates an even, solid 

surface but it is also free draining, which was 

important as this was the lower section. It’s really 

good value for money too. 

WHAT INSPIRED YOUR PLANTING SCHEME? 

We were aware that we wanted this to be a good 

space for city creatures and insects - the planting 

included lots of pollinator-friendly plants to try and 

encourage them - in turn we have lots of birds which 

is lovely. We filled the raised bed, which was created 

with sleepers, with top soil and got to work planting 

a mix of plants - we have geraniums, cornflowers, 

sedums, geums, sweetpeas, alliums, violas, salvias, 

foxgloves, thistles and some Ravenswing cow 


LANTERNS (ON TABLE, DECK AND 

FENCING) ALL LIGHTS4FUN.CO.UK 

parsley - there is also some interest for early spring with 

lots of daffodils, hellebores, muscari and tulips. 

Either side of the lawn, a more formal, framing effect is 

achieved using boxus - it’s literally instant impact and 

really helps enforce those tidy lines. 

Alongside the borders, we really wanted a tree in the 

mix too - so we ordered a lovely small silver birch from 

primrose.co.uk - it moves in the breeze so beautifully. 

We can pot it on as it grows and eventually plant it in 

the garden of a future home. 

THE DECK LOOKS AMAZING - IS IT A SUN TRAP? 

Absolutely! We were adamant that we wanted 

something low maintenance so we went for composite 

decking from a company called NeoTimber - in essence 

it has the natural look of wood to without the associated 

problems of cracking, splitting, warping and excessive 

maintenance requirements. It also had a 25 year 

residential warranty which was perfect for us as we can 

make the best of it now, but when we move it also gives 

the new owner peace of mind. 

We went for the Essential range which is hollow in the 

centre - it makes it really lightweight and by extension 

really easy to fit. It’s also crazily cost effective at 

£6.25 per linear metre! It has given the space such an 

elevated look. 

THAT FURNITURE IS AMAZING! 

We really lucked out with these! Good garden furniture 

is a little hard to come by at the moment, but as soon 

as we saw the Salone range from Moda Furnishings, 

we knew it was the right one. Its modern lines look 

perfect against the tumbled Bath stone walls and the 

configuration of this set was the perfect size for our 

space. 

Continuing on the low maintenance scheme, it was 

essential this was furniture that could stand up to the 

elements, not lease because we don’t have room inside 


SALONE GARDEN SOFA FROM 

MODAFURNISHINGS.CO.UK 

LANTERNS AND FESTOON LIGHTS 

FROM LIGHTS4FUN.CO.UK 

CUSHIONS FROM HAUSLIFE.CO.UK 


SALONE GARDEN SOFA FROM 

MODAFURNISHINGS.CO.UK 

for the cushions. The frame is powered coated 

aluminium and comes with a 7 year guarantee 

and the cushions are what is called ‘hydrophobic’ 

meaning they repel water - they’re UV resistant 

too. We can leave it out all year - thought we have 

bought a cover to protect it for when it isn’t in use. 

The access for the site is also dreadful! But the 

delivery team made it look effortless and even did 

it with a smile - we were so impressed. 

HOW IS IT LIT? 

We don’t have a direct power source up there so 

lots of installed lights were an issue - so we opted 

for a mixture of options from lights4fun.co.uk - 

mostly their amazing solar-powered lights, which 

have a great output given their diminutive size! We 

also have some festoon lights from there - these 

come in connectable 5m lengths so it’s great to 

have options to make the right size for your space. 

WHAT’S NEXT? 

The craze for fire pits continues and we’d like to 

get our hands on one - we always intended it for 

the hoggin area in the bottom section with some 

more seating around it. That spot also tends to get 

the last of the afternoon rays. 

IMAGES: 

Cushions and throw: All from hauslife.co.uk 

Furniture: Salone Range from Moda Furnishings, 

modafurnishings.co.uk 

Decking: Essential Decking from NeoTimber, 

neotimber.com 

Lights: All from lights4fun.co.uk 

Plants: Primrose.co.uk 


Outdoor Stoves 

and Firepits - a 

gamechanger for 

outdoor living fans! 

The Heat & Grill is a high performance 

dual-function outdoor Stove Heater and BBQ, 

no installation needed. 

Gather your friends to sit around the 

multi-functional Kadai Firepit, bringing 

warmth to outdoor entertaining. 

V 01242 680076 

Unit 18-19 Knightsbridge Business Centre, Cheltenham GL51 9TA 

Email: fireplacegallery@hotmail.com 

WWW.FIREPLACEGALLERYFIRES.CO.UK 

Grilling has never been 

so easy! 

Thinking about making the switch from charcoal to gas 

BBQ? The Char-Broil Professional Pro might just be the 

ultimate grilling machine… 

If you’re looking for the full package when grilling, the Professional 

PRO is the one to choose. It is extra hot, very convenient and 

extremely versatile. The innovative cooking technology guarantees 

that your barbecue food remains juicy and tender on the inside. 

Visually, the Professional PRO, with its high-quality stainless steel 

design - is not only a real eyecatcher 

but also has a whole 

host of practical extras. When 

turned on, a red LED light 

illuminates the ergonomically 

shaped, chrome-plated 

knobs. Two large stainless 

steel doors, equipped with 

hooks for barbecue cutlery, 

conceal the grill’s interior, which offers a built-in holder for a gas bottle 

weighing up to 11 kg, as well as additional storage space. Grilling 

has never been so easy! 

Reviews 

What an amazing barbecue. A real high end piece of kit with top 

quality technology to get the best from the food you’re cooking. I’ve 

never used a gas barbecue before but I am now a convert and the 

envy of the neighbours. Okay, so it was fiddly to put together, but 

once I had and I’d lit it up I couldn’t stop cooking - it’s a joy to use! 

No smoky eyes or cremated burgers! If you’re looking to invest in an 

excellence piece of kit then opt for this, it’s worth every penny. 

Absolutely brilliant bbq. Looks sensational and it cooks to perfection. 

Having always been a coal man moving to gas was a big decision. I 

can happily say that I’m super pleased I made the move, especially 

with this beast of a bbq. 

“There’s grilling, and there’s barbecue. Grilling is when people 

say, ‘We’re going to turn up the heat, make it really hot and sear 

a steak, sear a burger, cook a chicken. ‘ Barbecue is going low 

and slow.” 

- Guy Fieri, American chef and author 


ADAPT YOUR HOME FOR SOMEONE WITH 

DEMENTIA The Key Changes to Make a Safer Space 

Maintaining independence is 

important for someone living with 

dementia, as is having a familiar 

living space. Whilst some people 

may move out of their home into 

residential care, some families are 

helping their loved ones remain at 

home. 

With small adaptations to their living 

space, it’s possible for someone with 

dementia to stay in their own home 

both safely and comfortably. Many local 

authorities have funding available to make 

minor adaptations to the home, and for 

those with more acute needs, there are 

also grants available to support with larger 

adjustments. 

Here are some of the key adaptations to 

consider for the home to ensure it’s a safe 

space for someone living with dementia. 

Kitchen 

If your loved one is in the mid to later 

stages dementia, they may need 

additional assistance and may even have 

a carer living with them. If this is the case, 

it’s unlikely they’ll be left unsupervised in 

the kitchen. However, in order to ensure 

the highest safety levels, it’s advisable to 

consider: 

• Fitting cookers and any gas-supplied 

equipment with an automatic cut off 

• Ensuring all smoke detectors and 

carbon monoxide alarms are working 

• Removing any obstacles, such as rugs 

and mats, to avoid trips or falls 

• Clearing out the fridge regularly to 

remove out-of-date food 

• Storing cleaning products, irons, 

knives and sharp equipment in a locked 

cupboard or drawer 

Bathroom 

The bathroom can sometimes present 

challenges for those with limited mobility 

or cognitive challenges. Whilst your loved 

one may have a carer present to help with 

personal hygiene, it’s best to ensure the 

bathroom is a safe and easily navigable 

space: 

• Clearly marking the taps for hot and cold 

• Installing grab rails around the shower 

and toilet 

• Adding textured pads on surfaces which 

may get slippery 

• Removing the lock from the bathroom door 

• Locking away any medication, cleaning 

products, and sharp items 

Bedroom 

In order to ensure the bedroom is a 

calming space where your loved one can 

sleep safely, the following should be of use: 

• Avoiding electric blankets 

• Installing a night light in the bedroom, 

hallway, and bathroom to provide easy 

vision if they get up in the night 

• Making sure the room is a good 

temperature 

• Putting a clock next to the bed that 

indicates whether it is day or night to 

avoid confusion 

Living Room 

This is often where you spend most of 

your time relaxing, so to ensure the space 

is comfortable, familiar, yet safe, try: 

• Removing obstructions which can cause 

trips or falls 

• Ensuring the room is well lit 

• Having a clear path in and out of the 

room - especially if your loved one needs 

mobility aids 

Hallway and Stairs 

• Consider installing handrails up the stairs 

• Making sure the front and back doors 

are locked and car keys are locked away 

- particularly if your loved one is prone to 

wandering, 

• Removing any obstructions such as 

hallway tables or cables from phones 

If you require further information the 

Alzheimer’s Society have a support line 

0333 150 3456 


Caring in Cheltenham 

for over 20 years 

Queensbridge Care Home 

Tel: 01242 519 690 

Email: lisa@queensbridgecare.co.uk 

www.queensbridgecare.co.uk

Albion Lodge 

Retirement Home 

We are a family run establishment and the care we provide is very much based on 

the ethos that we look after people as if they are part of our own family. Offering 

individualised care, we aim to maintain independence whilst providing support. 

What we offer 

• 24 hour care • Period property • Village setting 

• Two acres of lawns • Special baths 

• Disabled access vehicle • Three lifts 

• Respite rooms pre-bookable 

NEW ROOMS AVAILABLE 

Albion Lodge Retirement Home, Hanley Swan, Worcestershire, WR8 0DN 

Tel: 01684 310626 • Email: info@albionlodge.co.uk • www.albionlodge.co.uk 


Quality care in 

Cheltenham you 

can trust 

ADVERTISING FEATURE 

When a family is thinking about care 

for a loved one, they want the best - they 

want to know that the care home they 

choose will put their loved one’s safety, 

happiness and wellbeing first. 

Care UK’s Sandfields care home in Cheltenham provides residential, 

dementia and nursing care, giving families peace of mind that their 

loved ones can stay living at the home should their needs change. 

Living at Sandfields is all about quality of life. Every colleague in 

the home is passionate about enabling residents to enjoy a fulfilling 

lifestyle, tailored around their unique needs and preferences. The 

lifestyle team organises a huge variety of group and one-to-one 

activities, with plenty going on each day. 

Often families are so caught up in the day-to-day care of their loved 

ones that the personal relationship they share can take a step back. 

Once their relative has settled into Sandfields, they are able to focus 

on spending quality time with them again just enjoying each other’s 

company. 

With the extra support that our care home offers, new residents 

are often surprised at what they can do, whether that’s being able 

to continue with an activity they’ve enjoyed in the past, or even 

discovering new hobbies with our daily activities. 

Whether your loved one enjoys a quiet cup of tea in bed before 

starting the day, loves going for strolls in nature, or enjoys a chat 

over a beer, the team at Sandfields will spend time to enable them to 

continue living life the way they want to. 

Sandfields is part of award-winning provider, Care UK – one of the 

UK’s most successful care home operators* with over 35 years’ 

experience of delivering high quality care to older people. 

Sandfields care home, Cheltenham, GL50 3EL 

care.uk.com/sandfields 

Email: laura.sayburn@careuk.com 

Tel: 01242 807678 

*As rated by the Care Quality Commission in England and the Care 

Inspectorate in Scotland. 

PART-TIME AND FULL-TIME 

POSITIONS AVAILABLE 

EARN: £9.60/hr Mon-Fri or £10.60/hr Sat-Sun 

plus travel time, mileage & holiday pay 

YOU ARE: A caring and positive person who would like 

to help others in the community and can spare a few 

hours in the week (mornings and/or evenings and 

alternate weekends). 

WE ARE: A provider of excellent reputation delivering 

personalised care, enabling people to remain in their 

own homes where they feel more secure. 

Your personality is more important to us than your 

experience as full training will be provided along with 

support from your colleagues. 

To join our team or for more information, please call 

01242 308 008 

www.accoladesupport.co.uk 

Person-centred approach, honesty and integrity... 

that’s our way! 


Our dementia specialists take a gentle yet 

proactive approach to care, supporting each 

resident to be as independent as possible. We 

champion innovation through our partnership 

with the Association for Dementia Studies at the 

University of Worcester. 

We’re here to help you and your family at every step 

of the journey. 

If you’re considering care for yourself or a loved 

one, call Laura Sayburn to arrange a tour or one-toone 

chat on 01242 807678 or email 

laura.sayburn@careuk.com 

Experts in award winning care. 

Trusted by over 6,500 families. 

Rated 

9.7 

out of 10 on 

carehome.co.uk 

Sandfields care home 

St George’s Road, Cheltenham GL50 3EL 

careuk.com/sandfields

Cheltenham Living Jul - Aug 2021

Create successful ePaper yourself

Delete template?

Save as template?