The DOMVS Almanac issue #4_Summer 2022

THE
DOMVS
ALMANAC
At Home in Dorset
# 004
Summer 2022

Welcome to The DOMVS Almanac
ALMANAC noun [ C ] (also almanack) a handbook, typically seasonal, that includes
information for the year such as important days, weather, traditions, tips and nature.
We are proud to present issue four of The DOMVS
Almanac, which brings to you our highlights of living
in Dorset. With each new season, we will share with
you the hidden gems of our beautiful county, from our
favourite countryside walks and the best places to go for
the freshest seafood, to one-of-a-kind shops that aren’t
to be missed and inspiring local creatives. Read on to
find out how to make the very best of your home, your
garden and your mind, body and soul.
From the purveyors of the most scrumptiously tasty
treats, to the most talented designers, decorators,
and stylists, we’ve partnered with independent Dorset
businesses who are incredibly passionate about where
we’re from and what we do, and we’re all here to help
you feel at home in Dorset.
To discover more about the beautiful Dorset home
pictured here, read on...

Five bedrooms | Three entertaining spaces | Grasslands and woodland | Circa 5.7 acres | Offers over £1,300,000
East Stoke, Dorset | Contact Polly Greenway: 01929 555300
Enchanting location, complete privacy
In association with
In association with
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Five bedrooms | Four entertaining spaces | Secondary accommodation | Rural views | Offers over £950,000
Corfe Castle, Dorset | Contact Alison Owens: 01929 555300
Historic village, work from home
In association with
In association with
domvs.co.uk
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Michael Blyth - Photographer
Our Partners
Our partners (above) comprise some of the best
producers Dorset has to offer, all independent businesses
founded and located in Dorset, brought together to
promote not only each other, but the glorious lifestyle and
products our unique county has to offer.
We are always looking for exciting and innovative
new partners, so if you fit the bill and would like to be
involved, please get in touch.
Director
Polly Greenway
Almanac Online
Liam Smith
liam.smith@domvs.co.uk
Almanac Editorial & Design
Charlie Ryan
charlie.ryan@domvs.co.uk
On the Cover (and above)
‘Beach Reflections’ by Lynne Fisher
domvs.co.uk/almanac
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Jurassic Coast
Farm Shop
Inside this Season
3, 17 & 29. Dream homes from DOMVS
7. Michael Blyth captures your priceless memories
11. Murder and mystery at Shire Hall
13. Relax your senses with Purbeck Candles
15. TLC for all the family from NEST
19. Cruising with EBIKE Cafe @ Deheers
23. Introducing: Galiani Glass Art
28. Raise a glass with Dorset Ginger Co.
31. Introducing: Rachelle’s
35. Skin saviour Sarah Dale
37. A tasty treat from Chococo
39. What’s on at Sculpture by the Lakes
21. Supporting local charity Weldmar Hospicecare
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Photographic
Memories
Introducing Michael Blyth, Photographer
Do you have a photographic memory? It’s a thought at
the back of many parents’ minds, echoed by the song
‘Turn Around’, first sung many years ago by Harry
Belafonte. It goes like this:
“Turn around and you’re two,
Turn around and you’re four,
Turn around and you’re a young girl going out of the
door.”
Familiar? Perhaps not the song, but the thought?
Children grow inexorably, physically and mentally.
How many times have you suddenly noticed how much
they’ve changed? Each change is precious; crawling,
toddler, and beyond, moving from child to teenager.
Teenage is studded with markers not to be ignored (not
all of life is a grunt). That journey to adulthood can be
tumultuous indeed, but interspersed with memories
worth recording. All my girls are now in their twenties,
and those changes keep still keep happening.
It’s the failure to invest into memories that is so
regrettable; facets of growing-up not recorded, no
family or individual photos, always the one behind the
camera missing from the picture. And, believe it or not,
they will want images of you, wrinkly or not – you’re
still mum or dad. I’ve yet to meet a family who have
regretted spending out on family photos. They may seem
expensive at the time, but if they’ve “captured” the
person, they become like solid gold.
To my totally biased mind there is only one option when
it comes to style for photographic memories. Family
pictures, on the wall or in an album, need to be relaxed
and natural, portraying character and emotion, capturing
the soul. Family on a walk, the beach, out on their boat,
around the house and garden, I’ve even done family
holidays away from home – because sometimes it takes
until week two for work-stressed parents to fully wind
down. Wherever you relax, I can go.
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In a recent photoshoot I’ve done for a family, the largest
picture - and it’s big - is of the husband and wife walking
together, but where are the children? They’re strung
out in front as they race up the hill; as natural as it gets,
taken from the back. It’s not art, but it’s life memorised.
The way I work at a photoshoot aims to offer a multitude
of images. This same client also has big, emotive images
of each individual family member, and groups, all in
bespoke frames; fabulous memories of a fabulous day.
In the family of another client, one of the sons - in his
late teens - was not one iota interested in complying
with parental wishes, and certainly not interested in
changing into “approved” clothing. Nonetheless, we had
a great photo session. We left the “rents” and went out
to where his life was focussed – a couple of old tractors
and an equally old Land Rover. We had a great fun and
got some great pics.
Some of you reading this article may be somewhere in
the process of moving house, thinking family photos will
have to wait, but this is actually a really special time to
record, that turning point, a new chapter. To see more
of my work and for further information, please visit
michaelblyth.co.uk or email admin@michaelblyth.co.uk
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Mystery at the Courthouse
Agatha Christie comes to Shire Hall
An award-winning museum in the heart of Dorset, Shire
Hall Historic Courthouse Museum brings over 200 years
of justice and injustice to life. An interactive ‘living’
museum, it uses real-life stories and iPad guides to let
visitors walk in the footsteps of those whose lives were
changed or even ended by their experiences there.
Shire Hall’s impressive courtroom is best known as the
setting for the trial of the Tolpuddle Martyrs, who were
sentenced to transportation to Australia in 1824. The
backlash that followed their harsh punishment, which
saw thousands marching through the streets of London
calling for justice, would lead to the formation of the
modern-day Trade Union movement.
Shire Hall opened to the public in May 2018, following
extensive restoration work to the building, which dates
back to the 18th Century. The museum’s aim is to help
everyone explore the history of law and order, as well as
past and present efforts to achieve justice for all people.
Since April (until 2nd September 2022), the museum
has been host to an incredible exhibition on one of the
country’s favourite crime writers, Agatha Christie.
From Hercule Poirot to Miss Marple, Agatha Christie’s
characters and stories have captivated readers and
audiences for over 100 years. This exhibition gives
visitors further insight into Christie’s writing and
personal life, from the inspiration behind her work to the
infamous story of her disappearance.
Abbie King, Director of Shire Hall Museum, said:
“Everyone at Shire Hall Museum has been excited to
host this incredible Agatha Christie exhibition. Along
with creating some of the country’s most memorable
works of literature, Agatha Christie lived an interesting
life. This exhibition takes a closer look at both the
mysteries she wrote and those relating to her own life.
This is a must see for any Agatha Christie fan!”
Drawn from a private collection, the exhibition features
books, objects, artwork and other items relating to the
life and works of Agatha Christie. Entry to Shire Hall
Museum’s Agatha Christie event is included with Shire
Hall Museum tickets.
Inspired by the exhibition, Shire Hall has also hosted
a series of Agatha Christie themed events. In May and
July, the museum hosted ‘Drinks in the Clink: Cocktails
and Crime’, a unique evening of Agatha Christie inspired
cocktails from DarkBear, and in July, Shire Hall hosted
an unforgettable Murder Mystery evening, which
included a complimentary cocktail and two course meal.
For more information about the Agatha Christie
exhibition and the museum’s upcoming events, head to
the Shire Hall website: shirehalldorset.org
As a registered charity, Shire Hall Historic Courthouse
Museum is increasingly reliant on the support of
individuals, charitable trusts and companies. The income
generated from ticket sales, the museum café and shop,
private hire, commercial activity and grants from public
funding sources help Shire Hall greatly and is invaluable
in supporting the museum’s on-going mission.
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Beautiful Spaces
Phaedra Radestock introduces her
newest collection from Purbeck Candles
Creating beautiful spaces within our home usually begins
by choosing the perfect colour pallet, before placing
our furnishings and softening with fabrics, cushions,
and lighting, but to finish any room we must satisfy our
most primitive of senses, our sense of smell. Studies
have shown that we remember 35% of what we smell
compared to only 5% of what we see, yet this is often
the last thing we think about when designing our homes.
We apply our favourite scent before we leave for an
evening out, so why don’t we ensure our homes are softly
scented with the finest fragrance?
Here at Purbeck Candles we have developed a range of
dreamy scents for the home and called them ‘Beautiful
Spaces’; four blends to elevate any room. Choose from
‘Living Space’, rich with a hint of spice and a top note
of citrus, or ‘Cosy Space’, designed to wrap you in a
cashmere blanket and rock you to sleep. If you love a
spa feeling try ‘Pamper Space’, or my favourite ‘Serene
Space’, rich and inviting with a floral heart and zingy
citrus top. Each blend is created using pure essential oils;
we’ve done the hard work so that you can simply sit back
and enjoy.
Phaedra x
And enjoy a 10% discount on your first order from
purbeck-candles.co.uk using the voucher code:
DOMVS.BEAUTIFULSPACES
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Try a Little Tenderness
Soar through your family’s early years with the help of Lucy Gregory of NEST
NEST is a private Early Years Consultancy Service
offering bespoke support to families with children aged
0-5 years. NEST works closely with you and your family
in a nurturing and non-judgmental way, to support you in
your child’s early years. NEST is proud to have a strong
ethos ensuring that every family receives a service
which is confidential, informative, and exclusively
tailored to each individual family and their needs.
NEST was founded in
2018 by Lucy, a qualified
Norland Nanny and
Maternity Practitioner
who has ten years of
experience, and has
worked with families
and their children, both
privately and in the
community through
the NHS. This enabled
Lucy to gain a wealth
of knowledge and
experiences, and she
passionately believes
that no two journeys are the same, which is why she felt
a bespoke service should be made available.
NEST can provide support in any of the following areas
(please note we are not a medical service; if you have
any medical concerns about your child, please contact
their GP or Health Visitor):
• Transition from milk to solid food (weaning)
• Toilet training
• Behaviour
• Family life adjustments (new sibling/moving house etc)
• Infant Feeding (bottle-feeding and breastfeeding)
• Sleep
• Separation anxiety
• School readiness
• Preparing hospital bag
• Setting up nursery and equipment
For more information, visit n-est.co.uk or get in touch via
email or social media:
E. nestchildren.enquiries@gmail.com
facebook.com/NESTchildren
instagram.com/nest.children
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Four bedrooms | Four reception spaces | Period features | Off-street parking | Grade II listed | Offers over £725,000
Milborne St Andrew, Dorset | Contact Greg Carter: 01305 757300
Period character, private location
In association with
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Penthouse with lift | Four bedrooms | South-facing balcony | Double garage | Share of freehold | Offers over £765,000
Poundbury, Dorset | Contact Polly Greenway: 01305 757300
Penthouse living, exceptional views
In association with
domvs.co.uk
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The EBIKE Cafe on Custom House Quay is Weymouth’s
hippest and healthiest hangout, overlooking the town’s
historic working harbour. You can sit and watch the
world float by while you enjoy a coffee or something
healthy and nutritious from the food menu. If it rains,
they have plenty of seating inside too.
Along with being the hippest new destination in
Weymouth, it is also home of the in-demand E-bike
from the iconic, market-leading Californian brand
‘Specialized’; the Specialized Turbo Como SL.
The Specialized Turbo Como Super Light (pictured right)
is a sophisticated design that’s ready to go whenever
you are — day and night, rain or shine — with batterypowered
integrated lights, fenders, and plenty of storage
capability, including the option of a front-mounted
basket.
Let’s Ride
Your dream bike awaits at EBIKE CAFE @ Deheers
You’ll love the low-maintenance, easy ownership that
comes with Specialized’s first Internal Gear Hub and Belt
Drive E-bike. This system protects your bike’s working
gears from the weather and road grime, extends their
life up to four times that of a derailleur/chain drive, and
eliminates chain grease completely. And you can shift
gears anytime, yes, even when stopped — take that,
traffic lights.
The 320Wh battery is securely hidden in the downtube,
making it almost indistinguishable from a regular bike
at first glance. On days when you want to do more,
however, attach the optional Range Extender to go up
to 120 miles before needing a recharge. That gives you a
lot of range for the days exploring the quiet back roads
of the coast and countryside around Dorset.
You’ll find yourself making up errands just so you can
ride it again.
If you’d like to find out more about Specialized E-bikes
and the Specialized Turbo Como SL, give Josephine
and Peter a call on 01305 786839. They’ll give you the
lowdown on the range, the Turbo Como SL and answer
all your eBike questions, like:
• Do I still have to pedal?
• How far will they go?
• How long does a charge last?
• How light are they?
• How much do they cost to run?
• And any more questions you have
They’ll even join you for a test ride if you like.
Whatever model, colour or size you’re after, Josephine
and Peter will be able to call one down from the
Specialized warehouse, if they don’t have one in stock,
ready for you to pick up in a matter of days.
EBIKE CAFE @ Deheers is open seven days a week, from
9am to 4pm, on the ground floor of Deheers, 9A Custom
House Quay, Weymouth, DT4 8BG. Find out more at
ebikecafe.co.uk
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Local Heroes
Weldmar Hospicecare; caring for Dorset
Did you know that if you or a loved one is diagnosed
with a life limiting illness, Weldmar Hospicecare is there
for you? They’ve been looking after patients and their
loved ones in Dorset for more than 25 years and rated
Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission.
Nobody likes to think about end-of-life or the prospect
of needing hospice care, but as an independent local
charity, Weldmar needs the support of the communities
they serve to ensure they can continue to provide their
services to everyone who needs them.
Weldmar Community Nurses are based across Dorset,
experienced in the complex symptoms and problems
that life-limiting illness and treatment can bring. They
visit people at home, in nursing homes, community
hospitals, and work closely with consultants and other
specialist areas in Weldmar.
Emma Randall, WCN
for Sherborne, says, “I
am passionate about
providing high quality
end of life care and
ensuring the care and
support patients and
families receive is holistic,
individualised and offers
comfort at a time when
they need it most.”
During the last few weeks of life, Weldmar at Home,
launched last year, provides care and comfort for longer
spells during the day or night. They not only enable
patients to stay at home in familiar surroundings, but
support family members through those last stages of an
advanced illness.
Sometimes, managing symptoms requires more
sustained specialist input, and Weldmar’s Inpatient
Unit in Dorchester has beds where people can stay
overnight. Situated in lovely on-site surroundings, a
team of doctors, nurses and therapists are on hand 24
hours a day to provide tailored care, ensuring comfort
and dignity. Family members can also stay; there is a
kitchen and lounge, and the Orangery Restaurant open
throughout the day.
In Weymouth, Dorchester, Bridport, and Blandford every
week, Day Services provides a social and interactive
day out for patients based at home, including lunch,
activities, games and crafts. Day Services also allows
relatives a short break from their caring responsibilities.
Physiotherapists and occupational therapists are on
hand to ensure patients can maintain independence
and quality of life for as long as possible, and there
are complementary therapies to support physical and
emotional wellbeing.
A Family Support Services team comprises bereavement
counsellors (including one specifically for children and
young people), specialist social workers, and volunteers
who provide spiritual care.
One common misconception about Weldmar Hospicecare
is that they only care for patients with cancer. In fact,
it’s any life-limiting illness such as heart disease, and
later in 2022 they’re expanding their neurology nursing
services, which already include working with patients
with Motor Neurone Disease.
How can you help?
Weldmar Hospicecare needs to raise £18,000 every
day to keep all these services going. Shopping at their
chain of charity shops, playing their lottery, getting
sponsored for a challenge, or simply setting up a regular,
affordable donation all makes a huge difference. Find
out more about how you can support their work at
weldmarhospicecare.org
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Making a Splash
Galiani Glass bring art into the kitchen
There’s a lot to be said that the kitchen is the most
important room in any house. It is often the centre of a
family’s everyday living. The energy for the day begins in
the kitchen, it is the hub for the preparation of food and
often a nucleus for socialising and everyday family life.
The kitchen binds the home and family together and, for
that reason, has become a real focus for interior design.
Our surroundings positively affect the way we feel, our
mood and our outlook. It’s well known that sunshine,
nature, and art have positive effects on our spirit. Our
home nurtures not only our family, but also our senses
and our relationships too. It’s with that in mind that
Galiani Glass utilise their design skills and craftsmanship
to bring art into the kitchen in a special way. They meet
the challenges of interior design, function, and the
essence of family space with their Glass Art creations.
Galiani Glass Studio is hidden away in an historic military
site just outside Poole, where Gail Boothman and Ian
Godfrey work diligently to create beautiful impactful
Glass Art for the home. One area in which they are
renowned is creating colourful, contemporary glass
splashbacks that add impact and style to a room in
which you often spend a lot of time, but which doesn’t
always incorporate too much in the way of colour or art.
The splashbacks they create look gorgeous, but are also
practical in terms of cleaning. It is art in the kitchen, art
that is not only functional, but has a high aesthetic value.
This is where glass artists Gail and Ian come in, as
they talk about the steps involved in commissioning
personalised art in the kitchen. They say, “We love
meeting potential clients and discussing their design
ideas and colour choices. We believe in working
in partnership with our clients to get the best
understanding of what they are visualising, adding in our
experience and knowledge to deliver the results they are
looking for. Initially, clients love to come and visit the
studio. It is a great opportunity to meet us and see how
and where we work, and to be able to look more closely
at glass colours and types of glass. It is so important
to build a good relationship and to inspire the client
with ideas and confidence, as well as to answer any
questions. It’s also the perfect time to mull over colour
swatches, samples, and pictures of the area, and discuss
sizes and styles over a fresh cup of coffee or tea.
Once the exploring of design, colours and processes
is done, it is always good to consolidate all those
discussions and concepts into a quote and outline to
confirm colours, sizes, installation, and costs, along with
a timeline to bring the project towards reality. Once
everything has been finalised, which may also include
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The main section
(left) of this kitchen
was created in an
exciting contemporary
design incorporating
interchanging lines
and colours that blend
in with the kitchen’s
colour scheme. After
testing a sample for the
area, it was decided to
compliment the main
panel with additional
splashbacks that carried
the design around
the kitchen, creating
a link between glass
and kitchen design.
The splashback design
continued through the
kitchen and extended
around the room, so the
glass could be seen from
everywhere.
a sample of the design, we can then begin work on
their piece of ‘Kitchen Art’. It’s great to keep the client
updated as we move along, sending photos or inviting
them to the studio as the design comes to the point of
firing. The project is always exciting, both for the client
and for us, and the moment of completion is always a
thrilling experience.
After all the polishing and finishing touches have been
made, it is all organisation and planning for delivery,
installation, or shipping. Once the Kitchen Art is
installed, we get such an emotionally positive response.
We feel so privileged to create these pieces for our
clients, but the emotional element always catches us by
surprise.”
The transformation of the kitchen with art is an
incredible experience. Working with Gail and Ian and
their processes is an inclusive experience. It brings
together designer and client to create Glass Art that
is impactful, transformative and which creates a
living space that is warm, nurturing and energising
for everyone in the home. To find out more about
Gail and Ian and their work, visit galiani.co.uk or find
them on Instagram at @iangodfreyglassart and @
gailboothmanglassart and on Facebook at facebook.
com/Galiani.co.uk
Gail and Ian contemplate colours for a splashback design considering
the way glass works together, the processes that may be involved and
how the colours will work within the location. Getting to know what the
client is searching for is all part of the enjoyment of a commission and
achieving a successful installation.
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“We got inspiration for our
splashback after visiting Ian and
Gail’s studio. They were friendly,
helpful and willing to share their
knowledge to ensure we got the
product we wanted and will love
for a long, long time.”
Right: This Art Deco inspired splashback was inspired by another Deco
glass creation by Ian. The 2.3-metre splashback was drawn out to the
brief and a range of colours were selected to match the kitchen and
living space. The splashback includes over 500 pieces intricately cut
and fired before the final installation.
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“The entire experience from
beginning to end has been
exceptional. First meeting Ian
at the workshop and being able
to see the amazing artwork you
both create, and Ian sharing his
creative ideas, which enabled us
to make the right choice.”
Left: This pink Arazzo commission project included over 6.5 metres of
splashback, where a lot of work went into exploring colours that would
harmonise with the kitchen design. Reviews of the glass on location
and sample tests led to this amazing glass surround that perfectly
tailored the surrounding interior décor and fittings.
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This Galiani Arazzo
design is created with
personalised glass sheets
incorporating a range
of colours chosen to
complement the colour
scheme of the bespoke
kitchen built for this home.
The design requires pattern
matching and incorporates
multiple firings to achieve
the stunning finish.
Above: This colourful Spring Garden design brings nature from the
garden into the kitchen every day. The design brings together a range
of processes and disciplines, with the splashback going in and out of
the kiln a number of times before the final installation.
Above: This Flow design gives a natural and organic feel to the kitchen.
The range of colours are allowed to flow within the kiln to give this
wonderful, natural, and relaxing feel to the glass.
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Four bedrooms | Two bathrooms | Garden and balcony | Off-street parking | Offers over £620,000
Weymouth, Dorset | Contact Mark Baker: 01305 835300
High-spec living, riverside location
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Brand new home | 2,500 sq ft of accommodation | Four bedrooms | Sea views | Double garage | £850,000
Weymouth, Dorset | Contact Mark Baker: 01305 835300
Contemporary lifestyle, outstanding location
In association with
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The Icing
on the Cake
Rachelle’s Rachel Hill tells the story of
how beautiful bespoke cakes became her
sweet salvation
I’m Rachel and I’m super new to Dorset, having lived
here for just a few months. For years I longed to relocate
from South London to the countryside, and now I’m
finally here. It’s been an epic journey.
Despite having been born,
coincidentally, in Poole here
in Dorset, I grew up in rural
Wales, and that’s where
I hold all my childhood
memories. As a child I
climbed trees, poked about
in rivers and ran through
the wheat fields that
surrounded our cottage. In
the large cottage garden we
had an old caravan, which
my brothers and I used as a
den, and my Dad grew all his
own veg.
Later, at university, I studied Theatre Set Design and
Costume, and came away with a First Class Honours
degree. I then moved to London to find my fame and
fortune. For over a decade, I worked in the film and
television industry as a designer, working on films,
commercials, and pop videos. It was a fabulous job that
left me with many stories to tell, until the credit crunch
of 2007 put a stop to the easy flowing freelance work. I
nearly lost my mother that year too, and my relationship
broke down. In a nutshell, 2007 was a terrible year for
me.
In my experience though, there are good things that
come from bad, and it was at this point that I turned
my hand to cake making to try and make an income.
I’m entirely self-taught, but my background in design
seemed to help; making big wedding cakes covered in
hand-crafted sugar flowers came naturally to me. My
business started to flourish, I won the odd award, and I
fell in love with cake making.
In 2014 I gave birth to my son, and at this point life
took a rapid turn. I have always been on my own with
my little boy, and when you have a child, you start to
look at the world in a different way. The things I thought
were important no longer were, and I fell out of love with
my London life. I wanted the same life for him as I had
enjoyed growing up, so I started my mission to move.
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Unfortunately, I decided to do this just a few weeks
before Covid hit. The pandemic really knocked my
business. I went from being a top London wedding
cake designer to pushing a few cupcakes onto people’s
doorsteps as and when I could to make a bit of money.
All my wedding jobs cancelled, and work was very sparce
for a year and a half. It was tough. In January 2021, I
hit an all-time low. I was still stuck in London, finding
a house to buy was impossible, and I had no work. I
decided to use my time to teach myself a new skill, and
it was then that I learnt the art of buttercream flower
piping. I actually had time to learn, which is a rare thing
as a single parent. I totally fell in love with the art and,
because it had pulled me out of a slightly depressive
hole, I quickly decided to teach others via online classes
and private tutorials. It’s like edible therapy; it’s calming,
rewarding to learn, and you get to eat your creations!
I’ve brought all these skills with me to beautiful Dorset,
where I hope to carve out a more relaxed way of life,
baking beautiful wedding cakes and teaching my craft
to willing students. It’s taken almost three years to
get here, but my son and I are finally loving our Dorset
life together. We have just re-homed a gang of rescue
chickens too, so there are now fresh eggs on tap for all
my baking. And they really are just cupcakes made to
look like flowers. People are always amazed by them and
often don’t believe they are cupcakes. It’s a real joy.
If you’d like to know more, order a cake, cupcake
bouquet or come along for a class, please do send me a
message.
www.rachelles.co.uk
@rachellesbespokecakes
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Natural Radiance
Grow your glow with Dorset’s skincare specialists, Sarah Dale Aesthetics
Here at Sarah Dale Aesthetics, we are as busy as
ever and happy to be providing all our clients with
their favourite treatments. For those of you who don’t
know us, we are a medical aesthetic clinic located
in Poundbury, in a stunning and peaceful part of the
Butter Market. We are the area’s leading skin and laser
experts, providing an unrivalled service in Dorchester
and across Dorset. We specialise in advanced aesthetic
alternatives to anti-ageing injectables and surgery. We
believe in transitioning through the ageing process with
dignity and taking the best possible care of your skin by
offering an alternative to invasive procedures. Regularly
recommended by GPs and dermatologists, we take on a
variety of clients with all different types of needs.
Sarah Dale is a registered nurse who built her business
on a strong foundation of expert training and complete
care. Clinical lead Tanya Lambert-Culling and her
team of aesthetic clinicians use their 17 years of
combined experience and specialist knowledge of
four different laser platforms to provide you with the
following treatments: full-body laser hair removal;
red vein and pigmentation reduction; scar reduction;
skin rejuvenation for sun damage repair; reduction of
fine lines and wrinkles; LED phototherapy; fractional
skin resurfacing; body sculpting; and radiofrequency
alternatives to surgical facelifts. We work to the highest
standards of professional excellence, and, thanks to
our extensive research, we only offer the safest and
most effective treatments. We pride ourselves on our
treatments’ sustainability and adaptability with regards
to budget and lifestyle. All our clinicians offer
complimentary consultations during which they can talk
you through options and answer any questions you have.
The past year has been one of expansion for the
clinic. We are now a team of four clinicians, which has
allowed us to offer increased availability in the face of
growing demand. We run double clinics from Monday to
Saturday, and we plan to expand our late-night opening
hours to two evenings rather than one. Tanya, our
clinical lead for over nine years, recently completed her
foundation degree in Medical Grade Lasering as well as
her advanced training with a specialist doctor, and the
results she achieves in the clinic always reflect this.
Milly, who has been with us for many years, continues
to perform excellently and her experience on the laser
platforms has led to her being booked up often weeks in
advance – so don’t wait to book in if you are looking to
see her over the next few months. Alex and Lucy, who
joined the clinical team at the beginning of the year,
have been building up their client base and are now both
running very successful and in-demand clinics. Their
training and mentoring, led by Tanya, has been going
superbly and we plan to expand the range of treatments
they offer in the near future.
We find that many clients wonder what they should
do with their skin over the summer months. We tend
to always recommend consistency and maintenance.
Consistency with regards to your products, and
maintenance with regards to treatments. Which
products? Most importantly, sunscreen. Sun exposure
causes 80% of premature ageing as well as putting
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you at risk of skin cancer. After extensive research,
we decided to stock Heliocare as our main sunscreen
range and advise to apply every single day. With
regards to other skincare, our clinicians are always
happy to provide you with a tailored routine to address
your specific skin concerns. The Medik8 range is a
client-favourite and is a superb option for someone
looking for ethical, efficient, and affordable products.
Which treatments do we recommend over the summer
months? We believe in optimising skincare in accordance
with the seasons. Summer is the perfect time to be
thinking about the structure of the skin rather than the
surface. Radiofrequency is an excellent option for skin
tightening and lifting. We offer radiofrequency in the
form of Lipofirm and Venus Freeze treatments, both
science-backed and collagen-building options to get that
summer boost. Dermalux LED phototherapy is another
wonderful possibility if you are looking for a relaxing
treatment that will give you a radiant glow and help to
fight off redness and pigmentation among many other
skin issues.
As always, you are welcome to pop in for a chat and our
team are always happy to do anything they can to help.
Feel free to look at our social media for skincare advice,
treatment videos and client testimonials. We look
forward to seeing you soon.
sarahdaleaesthetics.com
facebook.com/sarahdaleaesthetics
E. info@sarahdaleaesthetics.com
T. 01305 269220
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Sweetness & Light
Balsamic Berry Chocolate Mousse from Chococo Co-Founder Claire Burnet
Serves: six
Preparation time: 15 minutes + setting time
Equipment:
• 6 x ramekins or small coffee cups
Ingredients:
• 150g dark chocolate, 60-70% cocoa solids
• 75g unsalted butter, soft
• 2 egg yolks, at room temperature
• 1 tablespoon aged balsamic vinegar
• 3 egg whites, at room temperature
• 2 tbsp golden caster sugar
• 75g fresh strawberries
• 75g fresh raspberries
• 1 tsp icing sugar
• Icing sugar for dusting
1. Wash and dry the fruits, then set six of each aside for
decoration. With a fork, gently mash the rest together
with the icing sugar for a touch of sweetness.
2. Place a dollop of fruit in the bottom of each of the dishes.
3. Melt the chocolate very gently in a bowl sitting over a
pan of barely simmering water - don’t let the bowl touch
the water.
4. Immediately as the chocolate has melted, take the
bowl off the pan, add the butter and stir in to melt. Then
stir in the egg yolks and, finally, the balsamic vinegar.
5. In a separate clean bowl, whisk the egg whites to soft
peaks, add the caster sugar and whisk again.
6. Gently fold the egg whites into the chocolate mixture.
A light touch is what is needed here, as if you beat
this too much you will lose the air in the whisked egg
whites. Ensure you pick up all the chocolate mixture
at the bottom of the bowl as you fold the two mixtures
together.
7. Carefully put the mousse into each cup with a small
spoon (to ensure you don’t drop any around the sides of
the dishes), on top of the fruit.
8. Put the mousses in the fridge to set until required.
9. Take the mousses out of the fridge and allow to return
to room temperature before serving, decorated with the
reserved fruit on top (or to the side if you prefer) and a
light dusting of sieved icing sugar.
For more tantalising Chococo recipes visit chococo.co.uk
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Art, Music, Festivals & Fire Cooking
Exploring the ecclectic timetable at Sculpture by the Lakes
Sculpture by the Lakes, a multi-award-winning sculpture
park in Dorset regarded by those in the know as a jewel
in the county’s crown, has a jam-packed programme
of events, with plenty to delight arts, nature and food
lovers.
This stunning 26-acre haven of gardens, art and lakes
was founded by celebrated sculptor Simon Gudgeon
with his wife Monique, and is home to more than 30
of Simon’s stunning, large-scale sculptures, as well as
hosting a packed line-up of arts, music and dining events
throughout the year.
Spring saw the return of FORM, a nationally significant
sculpture show with 200 new pieces by some 30 top
sculptors. At the end of May, The Dorset Garden Festival
featured the all-new Fire & Food Festival, a celebration
of outdoor living and dining. The event also saw the
launch of a new riverside outdoor kitchen, which is set to
host a series of ‘Fire and Feast’ evenings throughout the
summer.
June saw the launch of Sculpture by the Lakes: LIVE, a
series of mini-festivals, with music, entertainment and
food to be enjoyed in a stunning riverside spot at the
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heart of the sculpture park. And from June 29th to July
3rd came the return of the hugely successful and multiaward-winning
Dorset Arts Festival, when more than 60
artists, crafters, and makers will be demonstrating their
incredible skills and techniques live.
The beauty and tranquillity of the sculpture park
will once again provide the setting for Wellbeing by
the Lakes, a five-day festival from September 7th to
September 11th, with a curated blend of expert talks, art,
live performance, meditation, movement sessions, and
healing therapies.
As well as that incredible line up, the sculpture park
is open to visitors five days a week – Wednesday to
Sunday. Not only can you soak up the beauty and
tranquillity of sculpture gardens, but explore Gallery by
the Lakes; discover unique food and craft treasures in
the Artisans’ Bazaar and the Artisans’ Pantry; and stop
for a fantastic lunch or simply some delicious homemade
cake in Café by the Lakes, where the seasonal menu
makes use of produce fresh from the sculpture park’s
own kitchen garden. There is so much to discover. To find
out more about events at Sculpture by the Lakes, visit
sculpturebythelakes.co.uk
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