Stratford-upon-Avon Living Jul - Aug 2023

C O N T E N T S
A NOTE
from the editor
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JACK STEIN’S RECIPES
I had my first English
raspberry this week, and my
word, it was beyond delicious
- perfectly sweet, it was a
very good advert for eating
seasonally. I’ve tried to echo
this in all my recent fruit and
vegetable purchases, and it’s
had a transformative effect on
my cooking - everything just
tastes better - more vibrant,
needing less seasoning and
just overall very tasty.
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I’m making the most of
cooking whilst I still have a
kitchen - mine is due to be
ripped out in two weeks and
it will be camping stove and
air frying for two months from
there! I’ve already picked my
kitchen, but it got me thinking
about all the other areas that
need updating in my home. If
you are thinking of a similar
refresh, please check out our
home pages this edition -
they’re full of inspiring trends
and a few timeless classics.
INTERIOR ESPRESSO
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Editor Katie Thomson
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Publisher Sally Thomson
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We’ve also got some lovely
editorial on welcoming
pollinators into the garden
- as well as being essential
for your own garden’s health,
being pollinator friendly
can really improve the local
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The competition guide this
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We will be back again in
September - I’ll be fully
rebooted and recharged into
‘Back to School’ mode. See
you then!
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CHILDCARE EXPANSION
A GAME CHANGER
By Purnima Tanuku OBE, Chief Executive of National Day
Nurseries Association (NDNA)...
When Chancellor Jeremy Hunt
announced “free childcare” for all children
over nine months from working families,
excited parents and expectant couples
were already contacting their local
nurseries.
This announcement is a game-changer
for working parents and their children, but
also for the early years sector. Parents
returning to work after a new baby will
soon have support with childcare costs.
More children will be entitled to high
quality early education and care, which
supports their development and offers
exciting learning opportunities.
But is it as good as it sounds? And what
needs to happen to make it a reality?
Currently, all three and four-year-olds are
entitled to 15 hours of funded childcare
per week for 38 weeks. This doubles to
30 hours for those with working parents
within specific wage limits. Two-year-olds
from disadvantaged backgrounds are
entitled to 15 hours per week.
Around 80% of these “free” places
are delivered by private, voluntary and
independent (PVI) nurseries, with the
rest given by childminders and schools.
Unfortunately these places aren’t free, for
either parents or providers.
Here’s why: the Government offers
free places but then doesn’t give
childcare providers enough money to
even cover costs. This means they
make a loss on each funded place. In
NDNA’s February survey, under 2%
of nurseries said Government funding
covered their delivery costs; 83% will
either make a loss or break even, so
can’t invest in staffing or resources.
This is why childcare costs are so high.
The Government contribution is so low,
nurseries have to put up their fees to
parents to make up the shortfall.
From April 2024, all two-year-olds of
working parents can claim 15 hours of
childcare; this extends to all children who
are nine months old from September
2024. A year later, working parents with
children under five will be entitled to 30
hours.
The Government currently buys around
50% of all childcare in England; this will
rise to around 80%, according to the
Institute for Fiscal Studies. While this is
great news for parents’ budgets, if the
Government does not pay its share, it
could bring the whole system crashing
down.
NDNA research shows that 87% more
nurseries closed between April and
December 2022 compared with the same
period the previous year. Providers’ costs
have rocketed, including staff wages,
energy and food costs, business rates
and VAT. Unfortunately the funding rate
has never kept pace with actual costs or
inflation.
At the time of going to press, early
years providers do not know how many
more children are expected to take up
a place, making it very difficult to plan.
Currently only 86% of PVI nurseries offer
two-year-old places. NDNA’s research
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Three quarters of nurseries could only
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settings closing provision because they
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providing pathways for development,
funding for qualifications and higher
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deserve. Support is patchy at best.
The childcare landscape in England is
set to be transformed. We all want it to
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give children the best start in life. If the
Government invests sufficiently and
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be a game changer. But the Government
must get its sums right from the start
because from September 2025, there will
be no means for nurseries to make up
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be fixed.
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IT’S ALL ABOUT
THE FOOD
WITH JACK STEIN
Jack is the middle son of Rick
and Jill Stein and, like his father,
he’s always had a passion for the
world of hospitality. The brand
Rick Stein has undergone a great
deal of change over the past few
years including the launch of
Jack’s own cookery course at the
Rick Stein’s Cookery School as
well as new boxes he created for
the online nationwide delivery
service, Stein’s at Home. Here, he
talks with Sally Thomson and tells
us more about his love of cooking
and all things seafood…
HOW ARE YOU?
Great thanks and feeling refreshed - I
was in the sea this morning, but it was
pretty cold!
YOU’RE BRAVE – I DON’T LIKE
GOING IN THE SEA IN THE
ENGLAND, EVEN IN THE SUMMER…
I’ve been doing it since I was a child in
Cornwall, but there are certainly some
days I’m not so keen...
I MET YOUR DAD FLYING TO
THAILAND WHEN HE WAS ON HIS
WAY TO AUSTRALIA. WE HAD A
LOVELY CHAT ON THE JOURNEY.
I UNDERSTAND THAT YOU ARE A
FAN OF INDONESIA?
I spend a lot of time in Indonesia - it’s my
home away from home as I like to surf
there. I love the food and the people are
incredible. I did a lot of research for my
book while over there (Jack Stein’s World
on a Plate: Bloomsbury & Absolute Press)
with many recipes inspired by my travels.
WHAT IS YOUR FAVOURITE FOOD?
Thai food – I did a TV show when I
was out in Bangkok, learning about
the cuisine in the north, especially
around Chang Mai, the food there is
unbelievable. I also enjoy southern dishes
which include coconut milk curries. It’s
such an amazing style of cooking.
HOW DIFFERENT IS THE COOKING
IN THE REGIONS OF THAILAND?
The eastern region is very dry with hot
spices and they use a lot of offal. For me,
it’s the best – they’ve got super inventive
dishes using blood and bladders and
all that kind of stuff! I know it can be a
bit off-putting for those who aren’t keen
on it, but chefs love cooking with those
ingredients. In Bangkok you get more
traditional dishes whereas in the south,
you get hotter food with a wide variety of
spicy curries.
I REMEMBER WHEN I FIRST WENT
TO THAILAND, I ALSO FELL IN
LOVE WITH THE FOOD AND I DO
TRY AND COOK THAI DISHES,
OBVIOUSLY NOT AS GOOD
AS YOURS! SO, WHAT’S YOUR
FAVOURITE PLACE IN THE WORLD
TO VISIT?
It depends on what you are going for.
India and Sri Lanka are amazing and
there is so much variety - you could live
four lifetimes and always be learning
about the nuances of their cuisines. I
also think that Spanish food is great
and have a big soft spot for northern
Spain, especially Basque food in the
San Sebastian area. There are so many
Michelin-starred restaurants there too.
I THINK THAT IN ENGLAND, WE
HAVE BAD PRESS WHEN IT COMES
TO COOKING. THERE ARE SOME
DISHES THAT HAVE BEEN AROUND
FOR A LONG TIME AND THEY
SHOULD BE RECOGNISED FOR
HOW GOOD THEY ARE – DO YOU
AGREE?
Well, when you think of some ‘traditional’
English dishes, such as a Full English or
roast dinner, there’s actually a lot of skill
involved. The timings are imperative and
that’s a big thing for chefs. When you’re
cooking different things at the same time,
you have to concentrate and get it right.
I ALSO UNDERSTAND THAT YOUR
DAD TRIED TO TALK YOU OUT
OF JOINING THE TRADE. IS THAT
CORRECT?
Yes, he wanted us to go to university,
which I did, but when I finished my
studies, I went straight into the kitchen.
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I thought being a Chef would be a
brilliant career and I wanted to be part of
it – and here I am!
YOU WOULD HAVE HAD THE
BENEFIT OF HAVING A DAD WHO
COULD COOK. AM I MAKING THE
RIGHT SUPPOSITION THAT YOU
NEED A GOOD PALATE TO DO IT
WELL?
Sort of. Being a chef is like tasting
wine - people may not know much
about it, but they know what they like.
White or red, Sauvignon or Chardonnay,
Merlot or Shiraz - you start with very big
differences and suss out what tastes
good, then you file them down. I think
that anybody can cook if they put their
mind to it.
DO YOU HAVE A PARTICULAR
WINE YOU ENJOY? DO YOU MATCH
IT WITH WHAT YOU ARE EATING?
My brother, Charlie, handles wine at the
family restaurants, so I let him lead on
that side of things, since he has years
of knowledge. Personally, I like spicy
food alongside a Riesling – it’s a great
combination. I also love a really sweet
wine and blue cheese, it’s an unusual
pairing, but the flavours work well.
LOVELY THAT SOUNDS DELICIOUS.
ONE THING I WAS THINKING IN
TERMS OF YOUR CAREER PATH,
YOU’VE GOT TO NOT MIND THE
HOURS?
You’ve just got to get on with it. In an
office you might be clock-watching,
whereas in the kitchen, it never feels
like there’s enough hours in the day.
Sometimes it is hard to go into work on
a Friday when other people are going
out enjoying themselves, but you have
to make sacrifices in any job if you want
to do it well, and be recognised for being
reliable. It’s such a rewarding career.
I UNDERSTAND THAT YOU HAVE
LAUNCHED YOUR OWN COOKERY
SCHOOL
We have relaunched our cookery school
in Padstow which is really exciting. We’ve
had a big refurb and I’m hosting courses
there this year for the second year
running. These are my own dishes rather
than Rick’s food – I’m chuffed it’s been
so popular. We will also be launching
new experiences next year to include
more vegetarian dishes and a dayboat
fishing classes, returning to the school
to cook whatever we catch. We also
take participants to the farm where we
get our produce from, so they get a full
understanding of what goes on behind
the scenes and to meet our suppliers.
SO THAT IS BASED IN PADSTOW?
I WAS THINKING ABOUT YOU THE
OTHER DAY BECAUSE I KNOW
HOW MUCH YOU ENJOY LIVING
IN THAT PART OF THE WORLD. I
THOUGHT THAT IF YOU WERE A
STICK OF ROCK IT WOULD HAVE
PADSTOW RUNNING ALL THE WAY
THROUGH.
Whilst I have a big affinity to Padstow,
Trevone (which is just a mile away) has a
massive place in my heart as that’s where
I’m from.
IT’S LOVELY TO HAVE ROOTS LIKE
THAT
It’s great - you see smiling faces and
get a friendly wave from the locals and
there’s a real sense of community.
I FEEL JUST THE SAME. NOW, THE
STEIN’S AT HOME FISH DELIVERY
BOXES - TELL ME ABOUT THEM.
We started them in lockdown as we
wanted to get as many people back to
work in the business as possible. We saw
Hawksmoor, the steak restaurant, selling
successful restaurant kits and wanted
to be a part of this new wave of home
deliveries. We launched Stein’s at Home
and an Online Fishmongers, which sells
incredible fresh fish and seafood boxes
fresh from our Cornish supplier – he will
pick the fish up in the morning, bring it
back to us, and pack it to send that exact
day. So, rather than buying from a shelf
in the supermarket, which might have
been hanging around for a few days, it
is extremely fresh. Fresh fish is very hard
to come by, especially sea bass, turbot,
lobster and crab. We think we’ve found a
gap in the market providing that service
and we’re so pleased with all the positive
feedback from customers.
WHAT’S YOUR FAVOURITE FISH?
You can’t go wrong with mackerel - it’s
really healthy, it’s good for you and I just
love it. I think some people are a little
scared about cooking fish. Maybe they
cook it too long, or they’re just not used
to it. What we eat now has changed
quite radically and with fast food, diets
have changed. Our fish boxes come with
‘how to’ videos to walk you through the
process, and we have a YouTube channel
explaining how to cook different species
– it was great to make these educational
videos.
THERE IS SOMETHING ELSE TO
ASK. YOU HAVE A SPECIAL ROLE IN
THE BUSINESS?
Yes indeed, I am Chef Director across the
Rick Stein Restaurants, which means I’m
overseeing the whole process. Not just
the restaurants, but also online, retail and
training, which is exciting.
DIDN’T YOU HAVE ENOUGH TO DO
BEFORE…?
I love what I do and helping the family
business grow from strength to strength
is so rewarding. I have a brilliant
Executive Chef who does a lot of dayto-day
restaurant operations, meaning I
can focus more on strategy, but I still love
getting into the kitchen.
HOW WERE YOU AFFECTED BY THE
LOCKDOWNS?
The Online Fishmonger boxes and Stein’s
at Home meal kits were a pivot really,
which enabled us to keep some money in
the business. We wanted to keep things
going, especially the fresh fish business,
and it was great to see a demand from
our customers who wanted restaurant
quality meals at home. People trust Rick
Stein as a brand to source the best and
freshest fish possible.
IS THERE ANYTHING ELSE YOU
WOULD LIKE TO SHARE WITH OUR
READERS?
I’m excited to announce that I’m on
Cooking With The Stars, which is
returning in June, on ITV Prime Time.
I’m also continuing to build our online
fish box offering with new innovations
for home delivery across the UK. The
atmosphere in Cornwall over summer is
always electric, so I’m looking forward to
successful months ahead and, of course,
some good weather!
Jack’s cookbook: Jack Stein’s World on
a Plate: Bloomsbury & Absolute Press is
available to purchase from:
https://shop.rickstein.com/, as well as
all good book stores.
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MONKFISH
RICE & CURRY
BY JACK STEIN
Jack Stein’s World On A Plate
(Bloomsbury and Absolute Press)
SERVES 4
INGREDIENTS
50ml vegetable oil
4 onions
12 curry leaves
6 garlic cloves, finely chopped
5cm ginger, finely chopped
8 vine-ripened tomatoes, sliced
400ml coconut milk
600g monkfish cut into 4 fillets, trimmed
1 tablespoon salt
2 green chillies, sliced
FOR THE SRI LANKAN CURRY
POWDER
2 tablespoons basmati rice
4 tablespoons coriander seeds
3 tablespoons cumin seeds
2 tablespoons black peppercorns
2 tablespoons chilli flakes
1 teaspoon fenugreek seeds
1 tablespoon black mustard seeds
2 teaspoons cloves
1 heaped teaspoon cardamom seeds
(from the pods)
1 heaped teaspoon fennel seeds
1 teaspoon turmeric
TO SERVE
Boiled basmati rice
Deep-fried poppadom triangles
METHOD
To make the curry powder, place the
rice in a dry pan and roast until brown.
Then add the spices and cook together
until fragrant. Place in a blender and
mix. Store in an airtight container until
needed; it will keep for 1 month.
For the curry base, warm half of the
vegetable oil in a large, wide pan and
add the onions and 6 of the curry
leaves; cook until lightly coloured (8
minutes). Then add the garlic and
ginger and cook for another 3 minutes.
Move this onion mixture to one side of
the pan and place 2–3 teaspoons of the
roasted curry powder in the space left.
Cook the spices for 1 minute then add
the tomatoes and stir together.
Cook the mixture for a further 20
minutes. (Meanwhile boil the rice, then
cover to keep warm.)
If the curry starts to dry, add a little
water. You want the tomatoes to break
down and release their juice. Now
add the coconut milk and cook until
reduced and thick. Keep the curry
warm over a low heat while you cook
the fish.
Season the monkfish fillets with the
salt and cook in a frying pan in the
remaining vegetable oil until nicely
browned; you want to cook it under the
temperature where you want it to finish
– say 45ºC. Take the fillets out of the
pan, slice thickly and leave to rest.
Warm up the curry base and add the
monkfish slices to the pan. Cook for
1–2 minutes until the fish reaches 55ºC.
Remove from the heat. Add the raw
sliced chilli and remaining fresh curry
leaves. Serve with the basmati rice and
deep-fried poppadom triangles.
Jack Stein’s World On A Plate
(Bloomsbury and Absolute Press)
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PEANUT BUTTER AND CHOCOLATE CHEESECAKE
WITH SALTED CARAMEL AND POPCORN
“SOMETIMES IN LIFE YOU HAVE TO MAKE A QUICK DECISION; THIS DESSERT IS A GOOD CASE IN POINT. WE WERE
PREPPING TO PHOTOGRAPH THE DESSERTS FOR THIS BOOK IN LONDON AND I HAD SLIGHTLY MISCALCULATED
THE NUMBER OF DESSERTS – WE WERE ONE SHORT. I KNEW THAT THE INGREDIENTS I HAD IN MIND
WOULD COMBINE BEAUTIFULLY, SO I OPENED THE FRIDGE AT THE RESTAURANT AND EXTRACTED A SLICE OF
CHEESECAKE, POURED A LITTLE CARAMEL INTO A TUB AND LEGGED IT TO THE SHOOT, LEAVING A SMALL NOTE
SAYING, ‘TOOK ONE SLICE OF CHEESECAKE, WON’T BE ABLE TO REPLACE, THANKS.’
IF YOU’RE MAKING THIS DESSERT FROM SCRATCH, YOU’LL NEED TO START IT THE DAY BEFORE SERVING.”
- JACK STEIN
MAKES 1 CHEESECAKE
FOR THE BASE
150g digestive biscuits, crushed
3 teaspoons cocoa powder
100g unsalted butter, melted
FOR THE FILLING
60g smooth peanut butter
150g caster sugar
500g mascarpone
25ml double cream
1 teaspoon vanilla essence
FOR THE TOPPING
100ml double cream
100g dark chocolate drops
FOR THE SALTED CARAMEL SAUCE
100g granulated sugar
45g unsalted butter, at room temperature
60ml double cream
½ teaspoon salt or more to taste
TO SERVE
Purchased ready-made popcorn: 10g per
person
A little icing sugar
METHOD
Mix all the base ingredients together and
push into a loose-bottomed, 23cm flan
tin. Chill in the fridge for 2 hours.
Beat the peanut butter and sugar
together in a food mixer until light in
colour. Add the mascarpone, cream
and vanilla and mix slowly until just
incorporated (over-mixing will cause it
to split). Smooth it over the cheesecake
base. Chill for 2 hours.
Heat the cream and the chocolate drops
together in a saucepan over a low heat,
stirring until combined. Leave the mixture
to cool for 10 minutes, then pour it evenly
over the cheesecake. Chill for 12 hours.
Now make the salted caramel sauce.
First heat the sugar in a saucepan over
a medium heat, stirring it continuously
with a spatula or wooden spoon. As
soon as the sugar has dissolved and is a
dark brown, thick liquid, add the butter
straight away. Keep stirring until all the
butter has melted and been incorporated
into the caramel.
Slowly pour in the double cream, still
stirring. Keep on heat for another minute;
the mixture will bubble and rise in the
pan. Remove from the heat and stir in the
salt, then allow to cool. You can always
add more salt, depending on your taste.
The caramel can be stored in the fridge
overnight along with the cheesecake. It
makes about a cupful and will keep for 1
week. Any left over would make a great
topping for ice cream.
Shortly before serving, place the popcorn
in a large bowl and stir in a little salt
and icing sugar to taste. Remove the
cheesecake from the fridge and let it sit
for a few minutes to make it easier to cut.
Place a slice on each plate. Warmnup
a little salted caramel – either in a small
pot on the hob or in a small bowl inbthe
microwave for 30 seconds–1 minute
until it is loose enough to drizzle over the
cheesecake but not so hot that it would
melt the chocolate layer. Add some salty,
sweet popcorn to each plate and dig in!
Jack Stein’s World On A Plate
(Bloomsbury and Absolute Press)
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INTERIOR
Our guide of upcoming trends to
help you re-energise your home
WARM WOOD TONES
The use of warmer wood tones and an earthy colour
palette in furniture and fabric will continue to rise
c/o Victoria Meale
Living &
Dining
Some easy trends to introduce
into your space to give it a
refreshing overhaul
1970s
We are seeing the 1970s
return in furniture, fabric
and especially lighting -
statement Murano-style
chandeliers particularly
Light: Studio Laurin
SUSTAINABLE CHOICES
Consumers are becoming more mindful of choosing
environmentally-friendly options, and rightly so, as the
conversation and importance of sustainable design will
begin to take centre stage. People are increasingly asking
where and how items are made.
Kala Hmong Cushion, £35,
hauslife.co.uk
Farrow & Ball Broccoli Brown
BROWN TONES
Brown is the new colour of luxury,
with deep shades helping to
create grown-up spaces which
still exude warmth.
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c/o Lauren Pressey
Kitchen
The beating heart of the home, the kitchen is
the room that the whole family rotates round. If
you are considering an update, we have a look at
what’s hot in the kitchen world
c/o Ryan Garvin
PAINTED ISLAND
What about homeowners who want to update their
existing space without a complete kitchen renovation?
One of the best ways to inject colour and new life into
the kitchen is to paint the island base.
GREEN AND
BLUE HUES
Shades of blues with more green
undertones are a refreshing change.
It immediately creates a wow factor,
adds interest and provides contrast.
Deep hues always give a classic feel
that never feels overly-trendy.
c/o Aaron Dougherty Photography
c/o Higham Furniture
B O L D
BACKSPLASH
White kitchens are still
trending, but a bolder
backsplash is perfect to add
that pop of pattern or colour,
creating a playfulness to your
home. It’s also a great way to
inject new life without a whole
large-scale refurbishment.
c/o Studio McGee
ARCHITECTURAL
DETAILING
Make a statement by using brick slips
or interesting glazing to let the bones of
your kitchen really sing.
HIGH
CONTRAST
Whilst all-white kitchens will
always be in style, we’re
seeing a shift away from
the monochrome look in
favour of mixed materials
and pops of high-contrast
paint applications. The core
of the classic white kitchen
remains, but black painted
or ebony stained finishes are
becoming a staple to add a
bit of punchy interest.

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TEXTURED TILES
c/o Mark Sohby Photography
Textured, decorative tile is likely to gain popularity
in 2023. The shapes add decorative interest,
dimension and artistry to a space, particularly
for hand-crafted or highly detailed tiles. Uniquely
textured tile may also catch shadows or reflect
light, contributing to the room’s overall mood as
lighting is modified.
c/o Claybrook
BACK TO NATURE
Bathroom
Natural wood tones and serene spaces are a key part
of design in 2023. Incorporating exterior elements in
the home with materials and organic features such as
woods, concrete, plaster, rounded edges and earthy
tones. All of these help to create grounding spaces
which make us feel so much more relaxed.
c/o Lusso
Bathrooms are so often neglected, given that they
are probably the hardest-working space in the
house - here are a few of the trends we are seeing
for 2023 which are sure to be timeless classics
c/o Crosswater UK
WARM METALLICS
Warmer tones are most likely to dominate
bathroom trends in 2023 as well as more
neutral and earthy tones, so a brushed
bronze finish is the perfect complement
to these design schemes thanks to
its contemporary design and warm
contrasting tones
JAPANDI BATHROOM
Japandi style, a blend of Scandinavian and Japanese
interior design styles, lends itself so perfectly to a tranquil
and restful aesthetic. When it comes to bathroom design
it results in a contemporary space that embraces richer
colour palettes, sleek styling, and faultless functionality to
offer unrivalled levels of comfort.
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SAVE THE BEES
THE BEST POLLINATOR PLANTS
The team at the UK’s largest-family run group, British
Garden Centres look at the 10 best plants that grow
easily and attract pollinators in your garden from early
spring to summer...
LAVENDER - Bees’ favourite during the summer months is
lavender. It is known for its wonderful scent and pollinating
insects that draw nectar from its dark purple flowers. Lavender is
a durable and highly versatile perennial herb that can be used in
borders and containers to form fragrant bushes.
FOXGLOVES - Plants like foxglove have magnificent spikes of
purple, pink, white and blue flowers. The flowers of this cottage
garden classic attract solitary bees, and it thrives in light shade
with well-drained soil. Native to Britain, foxgloves are perfect for
wildlife gardens and can be used as cut flowers.
WILDFLOWERS - You can buy wildflower mixes in your local
British Garden Centres, which will bring the buzz to your garden.
This type of planting requires little maintenance and will help
feed Britain’s bees by creating urban wildflower meadows in your
backyard. They are a fantastic habitat, food source and pollinator
for bees, birds, butterflies and insects.
POPPIES - Poppies are an excellent pollen source with their
open petals inviting pollinators to feast on nectar. Your outdoor
space will be filled with bursts of red, white, purple, pink and blue
flowers that entice insects. Poppies thrive in good sunlight and
loose soil conditions.
VERBENA - Verbena with its round clusters of bright, lilac
flowers is a favourite with both bees and butterflies. An
outstanding addition to the back of a summer border, the high
stems attract pollinators who take turns to feast all over the year,
because of its extended flowering period.
DAHLIAS - There is no better late nectar source for pollinators
than dahlias. Most nectar will come from single-flowered flower
bulbs or tubers with noticeable stamens. Bees and butterflies
are attracted to these beautiful flowers, which bloom throughout
summer and early autumn.
ROSEMARY - Rosemary has extremely fragrant leaves and
is prized for its cooking and medicinal uses, but did you know
it’s helpful to pollinators too? Bees’ affection for the scent and
nectar-rich flowers brings them in large numbers to forage the
nectar which they can take back to the hive to make honey.
For more great gardening tips, visit:
www.britishgardencentres.com
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DEMENTIA
DIAGNOSIS:
what are the next steps?
Receiving a dementia diagnosis can be a
difficult and overwhelming experience. It
is important to understand what dementia
is and how it affects the brain. Dementia
is a general term that describes a decline
in cognitive function severe enough to
interfere with daily life. It is caused by
damage to brain cells, which affects
thinking, behaviour, and feelings. There
are different types of dementia, including
Alzheimer’s disease, vascular dementia,
and Lewy body dementia. Each type of
dementia has its own set of symptoms
and progression. Understanding the type
of dementia and its symptoms can help
individuals and their families better cope
with the diagnosis and plan for the future.
After receiving a dementia diagnosis, it
is important to seek practical advice on
how to cope with the changes that may
occur. Simple strategies can make a big
difference in day-to-day life. For example,
providing clear and simple instructions
can help individuals with dementia better
understand and complete tasks. It is
also important to recognise the coping
strategies of the person with dementia
and see things from their perspective.
Seeking support from organisations
such as the Alzheimer’s Society and the
Contented Dementia Trust can provide
individuals and their families with helpful
resources and guidance on how to
manage the diagnosis.
It is important to care for oneself and
seek emotional support after receiving
a dementia diagnosis. This may include
making regular appointments with
a primary care doctor or specialist,
such as a neurologist or geriatric
psychiatrist. Additionally, caregivers
should acknowledge their feelings
and seek practical help and emotional
support when needed. Asking doctors
about trials or studies and contacting
dementia charities for potential research
opportunities can also provide individuals
and their families with hope for the
future. Planning for the future and making
necessary preparations, such as legal
and financial planning, can also aid the
feeling of control during this difficult time.
NEXT STEPS AFTER A
DEMENTIA DIAGNOSIS
Receiving a dementia diagnosis can be
overwhelming and emotional. However,
it is essential to take the next steps
to manage the condition effectively.
Recognising that dementia affects a
person’s abilities and treating them with
dignity and respect is crucial. Therefore, it
is important to educate oneself and loved
ones about the diagnosis and the best
ways to provide care and support.
Legal and financial planning is another
critical step. It is essential to establish
consent to manage finances and consider
being named as a power of attorney.
Consulting a later life legal specialist
can ease the burden. Additionally, it
is important to have important legal
documents in place, such as a Will,
power of attorney, and advanced
directives for healthcare.
Building a support network and exploring
care-giving options is also necessary
after a dementia diagnosis. Care-giving
can be challenging and impact the
care-giver’s health, so it is crucial to
reach out to organisations that can
provide assistance. Asking friends and
family for help with daily needs such as
cooking, transportation, and shopping
can also be beneficial. Providing choices
and recognising the person’s coping
strategies can also help with care-giving.
Improving communication skills is also
essential to reduce stress and improve
the quality of the relationship with the
person with dementia.
PRACTICAL ADVICE FOR
COPING WITH DEMENTIA
Being diagnosed with dementia can be
overwhelming, but there are practical
steps that individuals can take to cope
with the diagnosis. One of the most
important steps is to maintain a healthy
lifestyle. This includes eating a balanced
diet, getting regular exercise, and
getting enough sleep. Participating in
activities that one enjoys can also help
improve mood and overall well-being.
Additionally, seeking support from family
members, friends, or local services can
help with routine tasks such as cooking,
transportation, and shopping. By
prioritising a healthy lifestyle and seeking
support, individuals with dementia can
better manage their symptoms and
maintain their independence.
When engaging in activities or hobbies,
it’s important to keep things simple,
reduce distractions, and break activities
down into manageable steps. Working
with an occupational therapist can also
help individuals with dementia stay
independent and learn new ways to
manage daily tasks.
Coping with memory loss and
communication challenges can be
difficult, but there are strategies that
can help. Breaking tasks down into
smaller, simpler steps and using written
instructions can be helpful. It’s also
important to be clear and concise in
communication, repeating things as
needed and reducing extraneous noise
and distractions. Encouraging the use
of memory aids, such as a notebook
or smart phone, can also be helpful in
managing short-term memory loss.
Joining a support group or attending
counselling sessions can make a world
of difference in terms of managing the
emotional and practical impacts of living
with dementia. Support groups offer
a chance to connect with others who
can provide advice and understanding,
as well as to simply listen and create a
sense of community.
COGNITIVE BEHAVIOURAL
THERAPY (CBT)
Continued Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
(CBT) is an effective therapy for helping
those with memory loss manage their
emotions and behaviour. It focuses on
problem solving and helps individuals
identify their triggers and develop coping
strategies to manage them. CBT can
help individuals with dementia recognise
the connections between their thoughts,
feelings, and behaviours, and help them
adjust to the changes in their life caused
by dementia. One of the most important
next steps after a dementia diagnosis is
to reach out for help and support.
For more resources and support,
please visit dementiauk.org
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Care UK’s Ambleside care home in Stratford-upon-Avon, rated
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giving families peace of mind that their loved ones can stay living
at the home should their needs change.
Living at Ambleside 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.
With the extra support that Ambleside 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.
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