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YOUR FREE COPY MAY/JUNE <strong>2024</strong><br />

<strong>Malvern</strong><br />

FEATURING WORCESTER,<br />

DROITWICH SPA AND<br />

EVESHAM<br />

living<br />

that’s<br />

SHALLOT<br />

Celebratory recipes with<br />

this humble vegetable<br />

easy summer<br />

STYLE<br />

Winning looks for a<br />

stylish summer<br />

Cyrus<br />

TODIWALA<br />

We catch up with<br />

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FOOD & DRINK • EVENTS • LIFESTYLE • INTERVIEWS • TRAVEL


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to<br />

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employees. This means that the new<br />

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(*businesses in <strong>Malvern</strong>/Wychavon their effectiveness.<br />

no employee<br />

Judy Gibbs, Director of Skills for<br />

Based on resident postcode not business postcode<br />

Businesses of any size and sector are<br />

postcode restriction)<br />

eligible for the programme as long as<br />

(*businesses in <strong>Malvern</strong>/Wychavon the employees they are looking to upskill no employee<br />

or retrain reside in Worcestershire. The<br />

postcode restriction) SkillsBoost programme is being delivered<br />

All businesses of any<br />

in collaboration size<br />

with eligible<br />

Worcestershire<br />

SkillsBoost Worcestershire is a new<br />

programme to help organisations with<br />

the costs of upskilling and training their<br />

employees.<br />

In today’s competitive landscape,<br />

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and training poses a significant<br />

hurdle for many businesses, not just<br />

in Worcestershire but nationwide.<br />

Recognising this challenge,<br />

Worcestershire’s District Councils<br />

working with the County Council, has<br />

rolled out an innovative programme,<br />

All businesses of any size eligible<br />

No one individual can Funding have for the SkillsBoost more programme<br />

than £1,500<br />

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funding grant.<br />

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31st<br />

All businesses<br />

March<br />

of any<br />

2025<br />

size eligible<br />

No one individual can have more than £1,500<br />

Support<br />

funding grant.<br />

available to help you think<br />

Business through<br />

maximum your<br />

grant is £6,000.<br />

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help you Hub<br />

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(*businesses in <strong>Malvern</strong>/Wychavon no employee<br />

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C O N T E N T S<br />

A NOTE<br />

from the editor<br />

26<br />

CYRUS TODIWALA<br />

Ah, <strong>May</strong> and <strong>Jun</strong>e in the UK<br />

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The opinions expressed within are not<br />

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If you are looking to shake up<br />

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Our later life guide sees an<br />

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accommodation - perfect<br />

if you’re considering those<br />

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We will be back again in the<br />

height of summer - hopefully<br />

having already had some<br />

lovely sunshine and looking<br />

forward to some wonderful<br />

July and August scorchers<br />

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<strong>Malvern</strong> Flea &<br />

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Three Counties Showground, <strong>Malvern</strong>,<br />

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The UK’s largest flea fair!<br />

Hundreds of indoor and outdoor stalls offer<br />

everything from furniture through to toys.<br />

9-12 <strong>May</strong> RHS Spring Fair<br />

27th <strong>May</strong> (Bank Holiday Monday)<br />

23rd <strong>Jun</strong>e<br />

Entrance: 7.30am-3.30pm - £5<br />

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Bank Holiday Monday 27th <strong>May</strong> sees the<br />

next <strong>Malvern</strong> Flea & Collectors Fair at<br />

the Three Counties Showground.<br />

In these times of looking to save<br />

money why not visit the Flea Fair.<br />

There are great ideas for upcycling<br />

or repurposing amongst the<br />

exhibitors offering a fantastic array<br />

of salvage to antiques and anything<br />

in between.<br />

There will be more exhibitors offering their items for sale now that<br />

the new Kildare Hall is open so there are three buildings plus the<br />

outside exhibitors – so much to choose from. Mobile catering and<br />

a café will be available when you need a break.<br />

If you can’t make this one there is another on Sunday 23rd <strong>Jun</strong>e or<br />

visit our website www.b2bfairs.co.uk for the full events calendar.<br />

You will also find B2B Fairs at the<br />

RHS <strong>Malvern</strong> Spring Show with their<br />

Antiques-Retro Arcade in the Wye<br />

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please visit www.rhsmalvern.co.uk<br />

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ANNIVERSARY<br />

The act of giving back<br />

is very much embedded<br />

within the culture of<br />

independent schools<br />

<strong>2024</strong> is a big year for the<br />

Independent Schools Council<br />

(ISC). It marks 50 years since the<br />

organisation was established,<br />

with the express aim of<br />

representing all independent<br />

schools via their member<br />

associations. While the last<br />

five decades have brought new<br />

challenges and opportunities for<br />

the sector, one thing remains<br />

unchanged – the ISC’s role as a<br />

service organisation, protecting<br />

and promoting the interests of<br />

independent schools at home<br />

and abroad.<br />

As we celebrate our big 5-0,<br />

let’s take a closer look at the key<br />

characteristics – and contributions –<br />

of independent schools.<br />

Diverse range of<br />

specialisms and learning<br />

approaches<br />

There is a wide variety of schools<br />

within the independent sector:<br />

day and boarding schools; singlesex<br />

and co-educational schools;<br />

faith schools and schools with<br />

specialisms such as in the arts<br />

or sport. This means there is an<br />

environment to suit every child and<br />

their needs.<br />

Almost a fifth of ISC pupils – over<br />

100,000 – benefit from some form<br />

of special educational needs and<br />

disability (SEND) provision, with<br />

families often choosing independent<br />

schools because of the smaller<br />

class sizes and specialist support<br />

they provide.<br />

Partnership work and<br />

community support<br />

Cross-sector partnerships between<br />

state and independent schools<br />

enrich the educational experiences<br />

of all involved. These include<br />

academic programmes, careers and<br />

higher education support, teacher<br />

development programmes and<br />

governance partnerships, among<br />

many others.<br />

Staff and pupils at independent<br />

schools place great emphasis on<br />

building links and strengthening<br />

relationships with members of<br />

the wider community, actively<br />

volunteering and offering their time<br />

and resources to help others. The<br />

act of giving back is very much<br />

embedded within the culture of<br />

independent schools – in fact, many<br />

incorporate this work into their<br />

weekly timetable.<br />

Widening access through<br />

bursaries<br />

The independent sector is<br />

committed to providing valuable<br />

educational opportunities to greater<br />

numbers of children and young<br />

people. This determination is<br />

reflected in the amount of bursary<br />

support made available to families –<br />

ISC schools provide over £1 billion<br />

in fee assistance every year.<br />

Much of this support is meanstested,<br />

intended for families who<br />

otherwise could not afford to send<br />

their child to an independent school.<br />

Nearly half of all pupils on meanstested<br />

bursaries have more than<br />

half of their fees remitted – and over<br />

7,000 pay no fees at all.<br />

Economic value and<br />

contribution to the<br />

economy<br />

Independent schools put into<br />

society far more than they take out.<br />

They save the taxpayer £4.4 billion<br />

each year through the education of<br />

children and young people outside<br />

of state schools. Across the sector,<br />

independent schools contribute<br />

in the region of £16.5 billion to<br />

the economy and generate £5.1<br />

billion in tax revenues, as well as<br />

supporting over 328,000 jobs.<br />

All of the above is a testament to<br />

the valuable role of independent<br />

schools, both in the education<br />

system and society more generally.<br />

Despite ongoing challenges –<br />

including rising costs, soaring<br />

teacher pension contributions<br />

and the threat of VAT on fees –<br />

independent schools are continuing<br />

to support their wider communities,<br />

enriching the experience of their<br />

staff and students in the process.<br />

At the ISC, remain dedicated to our<br />

role in representing the needs and<br />

interests of these schools – here’s to<br />

the next 50 years!<br />

Find out more at www.isc.co.uk<br />

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Private tours are<br />

also available<br />

by request<br />

Our place<br />

to excel.<br />

At The Downs <strong>Malvern</strong>, we provide an environment that<br />

supports pupils to achieve their maximum potential,<br />

whether in the classroom, on the sports field or on the stage.<br />

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The great STEM magnetic construction<br />

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admissions@herefordcs.com | 01432 363506<br />

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That’s<br />

Shallot<br />

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SALMON AND<br />

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TANDOORI<br />

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These tandoori salmon skewers<br />

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summer, or they can also be<br />

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if it’s a classic British summer<br />

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Serves: 4<br />

Preparation Time: 15 minutes<br />

(plus up to 60 minutes<br />

marinating time)<br />

Cooking Time: 10 minutes<br />

For the quick pickled shallots<br />

4 round shallots, peeled and<br />

finely sliced<br />

125ml water<br />

125ml white wine vinegar<br />

½ tsp fennel seeds<br />

½ tsp cumin seeds<br />

1 tbsp table salt<br />

2 tbsp golden caster sugar<br />

For the skewers<br />

4 skinless salmon fillets (about<br />

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2 round shallots, finely chopped<br />

1 large garlic clove, grated<br />

2.5cm piece of fresh ginger,<br />

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Juice of 1 lime<br />

100g Greek yoghurt<br />

1 tsp Kashmiri chilli powder<br />

1 tsp ground turmeric<br />

1 tsp ground cumin<br />

2 tsp ground coriander<br />

2 tsp smoked paprika<br />

Salt and pepper, to taste<br />

Vegetable oil<br />

To serve<br />

4 naan breads<br />

4 tbsp raita<br />

2 tbsp coriander leaves<br />

1 long green chilli, finely sliced<br />

Lime halves<br />

Prepare the quick pickled<br />

shallots. Place the sliced<br />

shallots in a clean bowl. Put the<br />

water, wine vinegar, fennel and<br />

cumin seeds, salt and sugar into<br />

a small pan over a medium heat<br />

and stir until the sugar and salt<br />

are fully dissolved. Pour the hot<br />

pickling liquor over the shallots<br />

and leave to cool slightly. Cover<br />

the bowl and place in the fridge<br />

to pickle.<br />

To prepare the salmon, cut each<br />

fillet into 4 equal-sized chunks.<br />

Place the chunks in a bowl with<br />

the chopped shallots, garlic,<br />

ginger and lime juice and mix<br />

well.<br />

In another bowl, mix the yoghurt<br />

with the spices and some salt<br />

and pepper. Add this spiced<br />

yoghurt to the salmon and mix<br />

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skewers to a warm plate.<br />

Spread the naans with a<br />

tablespoon each of raita. Top<br />

with a salmon skewer. Scatter<br />

over the pickled shallots, some<br />

coriander and sliced green<br />

chilli. Serve with lime halves for<br />

squeezing over.<br />

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CHAAT MASALA<br />

POTATOES AND<br />

SHALLOTS<br />

Sweet and crunchy, raw echalions<br />

shallots marry perfectly with crispy<br />

new potatoes, cold yoghurt and a<br />

zingy dressing in this fresh Indianinspired<br />

salad.<br />

Serves: 4<br />

Preparation Time: 10 minutes<br />

Cooking Time: 35 minutes<br />

For the potatoes<br />

750g baby new potatoes, cut<br />

lengthways into 1cm thick slices<br />

2 tbsp olive oil<br />

1 tsp chaat masala<br />

½ tsp ground turmeric<br />

Salt and pepper, to taste<br />

250g thick Greek yoghurt<br />

1 echalion, thinly sliced on a<br />

mandolin or by hand<br />

1 green chilli, thinly sliced<br />

1½ tsp coriander seeds, toasted<br />

1½ tsp nigella seeds, toasted<br />

For the coriander chutney<br />

30g fresh coriander, reserving a few<br />

for garnish<br />

1 green chilli, deseeded and roughly<br />

chopped<br />

1 tbsp lime juice<br />

4 tbsp olive oil<br />

Salt<br />

To serve<br />

1½ tbsp shop-bought tamarind<br />

paste<br />

1½ tsp caster sugar<br />

¼ tsp chaat masala<br />

Preheat the oven to 200°C fan. Put<br />

a large pan of salted water on to<br />

boil. Once boiling add the potatoes<br />

and cook for 4-5 minutes until<br />

cooked through. Drain the potatoes.<br />

Add the potatoes to a large baking<br />

tray – drizzle with the 2 tbsp oil,<br />

and top with the chaat masala,<br />

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to mix thoroughly. Roast in the<br />

oven, stirring once or twice, for 35<br />

minutes, or until deeply golden.<br />

Meanwhile, make the coriander<br />

chutney. Put all the ingredients into<br />

a food processor or blender and<br />

blitz until smooth. Set aside.<br />

To make the tamarind dressing,<br />

whisk together all the ingredients in<br />

a small bowl with 1½ teaspoons of<br />

water until the sugar is dissolved.<br />

Set aside.<br />

Spread the yoghurt on a large<br />

serving platter. Top with half the<br />

coriander chutney, swirling it through<br />

without completely incorporating.<br />

Drizzle with half of the tamarind<br />

dressing, and top with the potatoes,<br />

shallot and chilli. Drizzle over the<br />

remaining coriander chutney and<br />

tamarind dressing, then sprinkle<br />

over the toasted seeds and reserved<br />

coriander leaves and serve.<br />

CHICKEN,<br />

SHALLOT AND<br />

CASHEW CURRY<br />

This warming, fragrant chicken curry<br />

is the perfect dish to cook over the<br />

weekend when you have a little bit<br />

more time. Serve with rice, chapatis<br />

and pickles for a delicious feast.<br />

Serves: 4<br />

Preparation Time: 15 minutes (plus<br />

2 hours marinating time and 30<br />

minutes soaking)<br />

Cooking Time: 45 minutes<br />

For the chicken<br />

2 tbsp Greek yoghurt<br />

2 tsp turmeric<br />

Salt and pepper, to taste<br />

800g skinless bone-in chicken<br />

thighs and drumsticks<br />

2 tsp vegetable oil<br />

6 cloves<br />

1 cinnamon stick<br />

120g round shallots, peeled and<br />

finely chopped<br />

1 tsp sugar<br />

100ml warm water<br />

½ tsp ground cardamom<br />

For the cashew paste:<br />

75g cashew nuts<br />

5cm piece of ginger, peeled and<br />

roughly chopped<br />

2 green chillies<br />

For the temper:<br />

1 tbsp vegetable oil<br />

2 round shallots, peeled and thinly<br />

sliced<br />

30g cashew nuts<br />

1 tsp mustard seeds<br />

10 curry leaves<br />

Put the yoghurt, turmeric and salt<br />

and pepper in a bowl and stir to<br />

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combine. Mix through the chicken,<br />

cover and leave in the fridge to<br />

marinate for at least 2 hours.<br />

Meanwhile, make the cashew<br />

paste. Soak the cashews in 100ml<br />

of warm water for half an hour. Put<br />

the cashews and their liquid in a<br />

blender with the ginger and chillies,<br />

blitzing to a smooth paste.<br />

Heat the 2 teaspoons of vegetable<br />

oil in a large, lidded saucepan on<br />

a medium heat. Add the cloves<br />

and cinnamon and let sizzle for a<br />

couple of minutes until fragrant.<br />

Add the shallots and cook, stirring<br />

often, until golden – around 6<br />

minutes.<br />

Add the chicken and fry for 8<br />

minutes until seared all over.<br />

Lower the heat, add the sugar, a<br />

pinch of salt and 100ml of water.<br />

Cover and simmer for 20 minutes,<br />

stirring halfway through. Stir in the<br />

cashew paste, simmer for a further<br />

5 minutes, add the cardamom, and<br />

take the pot off the heat.<br />

Allow the curry to rest whilst making<br />

the temper – heat the 1 tbsp oil in a<br />

small frying pan on a medium heat.<br />

Add the shallots and cook for five<br />

minutes until starting to turn golden.<br />

Add the cashews and fry for a<br />

further 2 minutes. Add the mustard<br />

seeds and curry leaves, cook for 30<br />

seconds. Pour the temper over the<br />

curry and serve with rice or chapati.<br />

BEEF AND<br />

SHALLOT<br />

EMPANADAS<br />

The filling of these empanadas is<br />

a classic combination of Spanish<br />

flavours – beef, shallot, sultanas and<br />

olives. Deep fried until crispy, then<br />

finished with a salsa verde inspired<br />

shallot green sauce.<br />

Serves: 6-8<br />

Preparation Time: 25 minutes (plus<br />

resting time)<br />

Cooking Time: 30 minutes<br />

For the dough<br />

450g plain flour<br />

1 tbsp salt<br />

60g unsalted butter<br />

1 egg<br />

6 tbsp water<br />

1 tbsp vinegar<br />

For the filling<br />

2 eggs, hard-boiled<br />

1 tbsp of olive oil<br />

4 echalion shallots, peeled and<br />

chopped<br />

1 garlic clove<br />

1 tbsp dried oregano<br />

500g beef mince<br />

1 tbsp raisin<br />

1 tbsp pitted green olives, roughly<br />

chopped<br />

½ a 400ml tin of chopped tomatoes<br />

Vegetable oil for frying<br />

For the green sauce<br />

1 small bunch of tarragon<br />

2 large bunches of flat-leaf parsley<br />

2 round shallots, peeled<br />

3 tsp Dijon mustard<br />

40g small capers, drained, rinsed<br />

and roughly chopped<br />

200ml extra virgin olive oil<br />

2 tbsp sherry vinegar<br />

Start with the dough - mix the<br />

flour, salt, and butter in a bowl by<br />

hand until it comes together as a<br />

homogeneous dough.<br />

In a separate large bowl, beat the<br />

egg, water, and vinegar, and add the<br />

mix to the flour dough.<br />

By hand, knead the mixture on a<br />

clean surface covered with a little bit<br />

of flour until it comes together as a<br />

rustic dough, and set aside, covered,<br />

in the fridge for one hour.<br />

To make the filling – peel and cut<br />

the hard-boiled eggs into thin slices.<br />

Heat the oil in a large pan on a<br />

medium heat - cook the echalion<br />

shallots until golden brown, then<br />

add the garlic and oregano, and<br />

stir for two minutes. Add the beef<br />

mince and cook for 10 minutes until<br />

browned. Add the raisins, olives,<br />

hard-boiled eggs, and chopped<br />

tomatoes.<br />

Meanwhile, make the green sauce<br />

by blitzing all the ingredients to a<br />

chunky texture in a blender.<br />

Heat 6cm vegetable oil in a large,<br />

deep-frying pan on a medium heat.<br />

Take the dough and roll out with<br />

a rolling pin to form a rectangular<br />

sheet around 2cm in thickness.<br />

Then, using a small bowl or cup, cut<br />

out circles around 12cm in diameter.<br />

Take a circle of dough and fill it with<br />

2 tablespoons of the beef filling.<br />

Then, fold the dough over and mark<br />

the edges with a fork to close the<br />

empanadas.<br />

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Add a few empanadas to the oil at<br />

a time – cooking for 4-5 minutes<br />

until golden brown. Serve on a large<br />

platter or board with the green sauce<br />

on the side.<br />

SHALLOT<br />

PISTO WITH<br />

MANCHEGO<br />

EGGS<br />

Pisto is a vegetarian Spanish dish<br />

similar to ratatouille or caponata.<br />

Here we’ve topped it with a crispy<br />

Manchego fried egg, making it the<br />

perfect brunch, lunch or even dinner.<br />

Serves: 4<br />

Preparation Time: 25 minutes (plus<br />

resting time)<br />

Cooking Time: 20 minutes<br />

4 tbsp sultanas<br />

50ml sherry vinegar<br />

60ml extra-virgin olive oil<br />

4 echalion shallots, peeled and cut<br />

into 2cm cubes<br />

1 red pepper, deseeded and cut into<br />

2cm cubes<br />

1 aubergine, trimmed and cut into<br />

2cm cubes<br />

2 courgettes, trimmed and cut into<br />

2cm cubes<br />

1 garlic clove, peeled and minced<br />

1 tbsp dried oregano<br />

4 ripe tomatoes, roughly chopped<br />

3 tbsp toasted pine nuts<br />

Salt and black pepper<br />

4 tbsp chopped parsley<br />

Vegetable oil, for frying the eggs<br />

100g Manchego, grated<br />

4 eggs<br />

1 big pinch smoked paprika, to serve<br />

Put the sultanas and sherry vinegar in<br />

a small bowl and leave to plump up.<br />

To make the pisto, put the extravirgin<br />

olive oil in a large, deep frying<br />

pan on a medium heat. Once it’s hot,<br />

add the echalion shallots and red<br />

pepper, and fry, stirring occasionally,<br />

for about 5 minutes, until soft. Add<br />

the aubergine, cook for 2 minutes,<br />

then add the courgette and cook,<br />

stirring from time to time, for a<br />

couple of minutes, until all the<br />

vegetables are soft.<br />

Stir in the garlic and oregano, cook<br />

for a minute, then add the tomatoes<br />

and cook on a very low heat, stirring<br />

occasionally, for 15-20 minutes, until<br />

they reduce and turn saucy. Strain<br />

the sultanas, discarding the vinegar,<br />

then add them to the pan with the<br />

pine nuts. Season to taste, then take<br />

off the heat and stir in the parsley.<br />

Add a little vegetable oil to a medium<br />

frying heat on a medium heat – add<br />

a little pile of grated Manchego and<br />

once it’s melted crack an egg on top.<br />

Add a little more Manchego around<br />

the borders of the eggs. Fry until the<br />

egg white is set and the cheese is<br />

golden and crispy.<br />

Transfer the pisto onto dishes and<br />

top with the eggs, then finish with a<br />

drizzle each of extra-virgin olive oil, a<br />

good pinch of smoked paprika and<br />

pepper.<br />

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O U T O F A F R I C A<br />

in the heart of Leicestershire<br />

Escapism. That’s been the fodder of<br />

my day dreams recently. I honestly<br />

feel like I haven’t taken a deep breath<br />

in months - I’m sure we can all relate<br />

to those stretches where life feels like<br />

a hamster wheel.<br />

Well, if that’s you too, I think I have<br />

the perfect antidote. I was recently<br />

invited to stay at a glamping tent with<br />

a difference - an Out of Africa-themed<br />

safari tent, nestled lakeside in the<br />

glorious surrounds of Brook Meadows<br />

Farm Camp Site.<br />

This is no ordinary tent though - inside<br />

the khaki canvas of the Marabou Safari<br />

Glamping Lodge you’ll find a kitchen<br />

with a fridge and a hob, a full bathroom<br />

with a luxury roll top bath, two double<br />

beds (including one mosquito netdraped<br />

four-poster), two tented singles<br />

and the absolute jewel in the crown - a<br />

bespoke cabin bed festooned with fairy<br />

lights. This bed caused literal squeals<br />

of delight with our accompanying sixyear-old,<br />

who bundled herself into the<br />

space immediately, declaring she never<br />

wanted to leave.<br />

The interior has been so thoughtfully<br />

conceived, with layered details - antique<br />

furniture, vintage glassware, quirky<br />

lighting and a vast array of jungleprinted<br />

velvets and cane detailing.<br />

Owner Claire’s eye for design is evident,<br />

and all the elements are functional as<br />

well as beautiful.<br />

We don’t necessarily equate camping<br />

with a good night’s sleep, but this is<br />

glamping, so the beds were supremely<br />

comfortable and the bedding cosy.<br />

We awoke well rested, to the distant<br />

moos of the farm’s cattle and dappled<br />

sunlight on the canvas.<br />

lake - who knew that waiting for the<br />

whistle of a stove-top kettle would<br />

be the needed prompt to take a deep<br />

breath. There’s something luxuriant<br />

and lovely about the necessity of<br />

camping, glamping or otherwise, to<br />

slow things down; you’re more mindful<br />

in everything that you do - from rolling<br />

up the canvas covers on the windows<br />

to lighting a fire, things take more time<br />

and that’s perfectly lovely.<br />

As well as being the heat source of<br />

the tent, the wood-burning stove was<br />

also our oven - we loved the elemental<br />

nature of it, not to mention the<br />

amazing flavour it gave our sausages!<br />

There’s a fire pit with cooking grill<br />

outside too - ready to make the most<br />

of the summer months.<br />

The farm is a working one, and we<br />

were treated to a talk about the calving<br />

season - even getting to see a calf that<br />

was only a day old. The farm is also<br />

home to a flock of happy hens, and<br />

owner Mary will help little visitors to<br />

collect the day’s eggs, some still warm<br />

in the nest. This connection to nature,<br />

and to food production, is so vital for<br />

children to understand, and the whole<br />

process is brought to life on the farm.<br />

Mary even discussed how the different<br />

chicken breeds produce varying<br />

colours of egg shells - something we<br />

were treated to in our own hamper.<br />

There’s lots to enjoy in and around the<br />

farm. Optional extras include a range of<br />

gorgeous handmade, locally sourced,<br />

hampers delivered fresh to the door;<br />

wood fired pizzas on site every<br />

Tuesday and Saturday and a coffee<br />

shop with artisan homemade coffee<br />

and cakes. As part of a working farm<br />

guests can take a 4x4 tour of farm or<br />

settle in on a straw bale for a Saturday<br />

night ‘moovie’ in the cowshed cinema.<br />

Brook Meadows have also partnered<br />

with local petting farm Mini Meadows<br />

to provide visitors to the lodges and<br />

tents with passes to enjoy.<br />

Many of us holiday with our four legged<br />

friends in tow - and your furry child will<br />

be well catered for with a little welcome<br />

pack of their own, featuring homebaked<br />

treats, rope toys and a natural<br />

nose and paw balm - you won’t be the<br />

only one feeling relaxed after a stay!<br />

If you are looking for a true retreat, in<br />

the most beautiful of surroundings, I’d<br />

implore you to book a stay at Brook<br />

Meadows - I know I’ll be back next time<br />

I need to take some time for myself.<br />

Katie Thomson and family stayed as a guest of Brook Meadow (01858 880886<br />

www.brookmeadow.co.uk). A four-night self-catering midweek stay in Marabou costs<br />

from £145 per night based on two people sharing. Add £15 per night per additional<br />

person, up to eight people.<br />

Or a four-night midweek stay in a lakeside cabin costs from £120 per night based on<br />

two people sharing. Add £15 per night per additional person, up to four people. Nonelectric<br />

camping pitches cost from £24 midweek and £26 Friday to Sunday or Electric<br />

camping pitches from £34 midweek and £36 Friday to Sunday. Cost includes one<br />

vehicle for 2 people and the pitch. Based on a two-night minimum stay at weekends.<br />

Mornings were slower, with a coffee<br />

taken out on the deck overlooking the<br />

Brook Meadow, The Wrongs Farm, Welford Road, Sibbertoft, Market Harborough<br />

Leicestershire, LE16 9UJ<br />

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Meet the Chef<br />

CYRUS<br />

TODIWALA<br />

The Three Counties Food and<br />

Drink Festival will be welcoming<br />

award-winning chef and author<br />

Cyrus Todiwala in their guest<br />

chef line-up on Sunday 28th July.<br />

Sally Thomson caught up with<br />

Cyrus to talk about his most<br />

recent cookery book and his visit<br />

to Worcestershire this summer.<br />

As an additional treat for our<br />

readers, Cyrus has kindly shared<br />

his classic Butter Chicken recipe<br />

with us.<br />

I understand that you are going<br />

to be involved with the Three<br />

Counties Food and Drink Festival<br />

in July, Have you done it before?<br />

No, not as yet, but I am looking<br />

forward to it. They caught me just in<br />

time before I made other plans.<br />

I understand that you were very<br />

much involved with your family<br />

cooking. So, did that trigger you<br />

love of cooking?<br />

Well, living in India you never<br />

thought of cooking as a profession?<br />

Now chefs have been glorified,<br />

they’ve got recognition, they’ve<br />

got exposure and there are now<br />

cooking programmes in India.<br />

In my days, if you opted to become<br />

a cook, you were considered an<br />

insult to a middle class family.<br />

Rather a disgrace more than<br />

anything else.<br />

When you entered the cooking<br />

profession you were fixated<br />

and decided that was want you<br />

wanted to do?<br />

Over a period of time, things like<br />

dyslexia or similar were treated<br />

as lethargy or laziness. There are<br />

certain things I just couldn’t do.<br />

One of them is maths, it didn’t gel<br />

with me.<br />

I’m a practical person so could<br />

have done a lot of things, but my<br />

tastebuds were good and my<br />

understanding of food evolved from<br />

childhood and over a period of time.<br />

What was the first dish that you<br />

made on your own?<br />

My first one was chapatis.<br />

We lived in what you call a joint<br />

family. My mother’s sister lived in<br />

one side of the house and we lived<br />

on the other side. My grand aunt<br />

used to make the most excellent<br />

chapatis. I used to help myself<br />

to them from her box. And with<br />

nobody else around I would take<br />

them and caramalise them with<br />

butter and sugar and then sell them<br />

to my cousins and my sister!<br />

Now your heritage, you have<br />

plethora of wonderful dishes, do<br />

you have one that you absolutely<br />

love or does it depend on your<br />

mood or is seasonality? Which is<br />

the one which makes your mouth<br />

water?<br />

As a child, one of the things I<br />

enjoyed most was my mother’s dish<br />

called eggs on potato. So we so<br />

coddled eggs on cumin flavoured<br />

potato. Do you know Ronnie<br />

O’Sullivan? He’s coming here for a<br />

class today so I’m going to teach<br />

him how to make that.<br />

We layer it up, we break a couple of<br />

eggs on top and we let them coddle<br />

nicely in the heat of the pan.<br />

In terms of your style of cooking<br />

is it Parsi cuisine?<br />

It was part of our upbringing as<br />

we are Zorastrians. Our religion is<br />

the oldest monotheistic religion in<br />

the world. We predate Christianity<br />

by about two and a half thousand<br />

years. We had to flee Persia from<br />

the occupation, and we had to seek<br />

refuge and the closest was India. But<br />

I do enjoy living here. Meanwhile I’m<br />

in love with the world.<br />

THE THREE COUNTIES<br />

FOOD & DRINK FESTIVAL<br />

As well as cookery demonstrations<br />

from Cyrus, the festival will<br />

showcase over 160 traders<br />

showcasing food, drink, gifts,<br />

crafts, garden products, and<br />

delicious street food and bars.<br />

There’s a full menu of family<br />

entertainment including a cookery<br />

school for kids, live music and<br />

more cookery masterclasses from<br />

Phil Vickery, Rachel Allen, and<br />

Marcus Bean, as well as Bake-Off<br />

favourites, Matty Edgell and Dan<br />

Hunter. www.threecounties.co.uk<br />

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BUTTER<br />

CHICKEN<br />

MASALA<br />

The classic Butter Chicken from<br />

North India, Chicken Makhani, is<br />

a bit different from as well as a bit<br />

more subtle than this. The Butter<br />

Chicken Masala of Bombay is so<br />

well known it does not even have<br />

any other Indian term for it. Ideally<br />

use the cooked Chicken Tikka<br />

recipe from my book, but you<br />

could instead marinate 4 cubed<br />

chicken breasts in 4 heaped<br />

tablespoons of thick plain yoghurt<br />

with 1 tablespoon of tandoori<br />

paste and then grill it like the tikka.<br />

Butter Chicken in Bombay was<br />

made famous by the one and only<br />

Delhi Durbar restaurant. Please do<br />

not think of calories when cooking<br />

this dish as the word does not<br />

exist here! Serves 4<br />

INGREDIENTS<br />

40g/3 tbsp butter<br />

2tsp chilli powder<br />

1tsp caster sugar<br />

½ tsp salt<br />

200g tomato puree<br />

juice of ½ lime<br />

5–7.5 cm (2–3 in) piece of fresh<br />

ginger, grated or finely chopped<br />

1 heaped tsp cumin seeds,<br />

toasted and ground<br />

2–3 green chillies, finely chopped<br />

(plus 1–2 extra split and added for<br />

flavour, optional)<br />

200ml double cream<br />

Chicken Tikka (see recipe intro)<br />

1 heaped tbsp chopped coriander<br />

MEHTOD<br />

Heat the butter in a kadai, wok<br />

or large deep frying pan until it<br />

foams. Remove from the heat and<br />

add the chilli powder, sugar and<br />

salt, stir well and put back onto<br />

the heat, stirring and cooking for a<br />

minute or so, then add the tomato<br />

pure and lime juice and cook for<br />

2 minutes over a low heat, stirring<br />

well.<br />

Add the ginger, half the cumin and<br />

the chopped chillies and cook<br />

over a low heat until the butter<br />

separates slightly. Add the split<br />

chillies, if using, and the cream<br />

and simmer for 6–8 minutes.<br />

Discard the split chillies.<br />

Add the cooked chicken tikka<br />

meat, and heat through until<br />

piping hot. Taste and re-season,<br />

if necessary. Sprinkle with the<br />

chopped coriander and the<br />

remaining toasted ground cumin.<br />

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Toyota C-HR<br />

Road Test Review<br />

Motoring Journalist Sue Cooke test drives the<br />

Toyota C-HR (coupe high rider)...<br />

Toyota’s second generation SUV was<br />

officially launched in October 2023 and<br />

for <strong>2024</strong>, Toyota has launched a selfcharging<br />

or plug in hybrid version. I road<br />

tested the C-HR with its bold two-tone<br />

paint, a sharper, sleeker body and an<br />

SUV which is innovative and different to<br />

other SUVs that may grace the tarmac.<br />

The high power lithium ion battery,<br />

located beneath the rear seat, combines<br />

with a 1.8 litre or 2 litre petrol engine<br />

to provide power and save on fuel<br />

consumption, cut CO2 emissions<br />

and when the battery is depleted,<br />

automatically switches to petrol use.<br />

New styling features include side<br />

diamond cut character lines and angles,<br />

door handles which emerge when<br />

unlock is pressed. When braking, the<br />

name Toyota C-HR lights up in the LED<br />

rear light bar and is illuminated in the<br />

welcome and goodbye sequences.<br />

Inside the cabin the centre console has<br />

room for two drinks bottles and the centre<br />

storage box is large. The glovebox is also<br />

surprisingly large and adds an additional<br />

tray above. As I’d forgotten to charge my<br />

phone, it was good to be able to use a<br />

wireless charging tray which actually offers<br />

space for two smartphones. Graphics are<br />

sharp and information is easy to read on<br />

the 12.3 inch screen. Depending on trim<br />

chosen, ambient lighting has 64 colour<br />

options. You can even choose bright<br />

morning tones or more relaxing ones in<br />

the evening.<br />

The lighting scheme helps enhance<br />

safety as the audible and visual alerts of<br />

the Safe Exit Assist system is reinforced<br />

and the interior lighting changes to red, to<br />

warn of a door being opened when there<br />

is a risk of collision with traffic or cyclists<br />

approaching from the rear.<br />

If you opt for the fixed panoramic roof<br />

which makes the cabin light and airy, it has<br />

infra-red reducing coating which keeps<br />

heat inside the cabin in winter and prevents<br />

overheating in sunny weather, so no need<br />

for a sunshade. It would be well worth<br />

paying the optional extra for this roof.<br />

Seats are comfortable and I really like<br />

the fact that the driver’s seating position<br />

is remembered. Press the start stop<br />

button to end the journey and the seat<br />

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the seat automatically moves forward into<br />

the correct position. Wonderful.<br />

An extended safety package includes<br />

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and adaptive high beam. Future system<br />

software updates can be delivered overthe-air,<br />

with no need for a retailer visit.<br />

The top hinged tailgate opens<br />

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some very useful hooks for keeping<br />

shopping bags upright.<br />

There are three electrified powertrains,<br />

a 1.8 litre hybrid, and a 2 litre hybrid.<br />

Coming in July <strong>2024</strong> will be a 2 litre plug<br />

in hybrid (PHEV). The all electric driving<br />

range is up to 41 miles which is in excess<br />

of my daily commute. Acceleration is<br />

quick and much quieter and more refined<br />

than the first generation. Driving and<br />

handling is smooth.<br />

Toyota is the Japanese brand that<br />

‘Which’ consumer guide says has solid<br />

reliability and the C-HR ticks the boxes<br />

for safety and ease of use. The second<br />

generation SUV adds innovation, an<br />

engaging drive and is fuel efficient.<br />

Facts at a Glance<br />

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front wheel drive second generation SUV<br />

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CO2 emissions: from 110g/km (WLTP)<br />

Fuel economy: 49mpg (combined)<br />

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THE VELVETISER<br />

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A stylish addition to the kitchen, it has a sleek silhouette<br />

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DOUBLE OVEN<br />

With a generous 74-litre capacity, this Hotpoint<br />

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Additionally, the Digital Display offers a variety<br />

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COFFEE MAKER<br />

The One Cup Grind and Brew Coffee Maker has<br />

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AMERICAN FRIDGE/FREEZER<br />

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BOILING WATER TAP<br />

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Hotpoint HSFO 3T223 W X UK N Dishwasher,<br />

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As items we use every single day, the appliances<br />

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A living and dining room<br />

transformation to inspire...<br />

Photography by Lucy Hartley-Saunders<br />

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With many of us opting to<br />

improve instead of move, it’s never<br />

been more important to make our<br />

spaces work better for us. After<br />

extending a kitchen to the side<br />

of their house, homeowners Kate<br />

and Tom needed to reconfigure<br />

the existing kitchen and separate<br />

dining room into a space that<br />

reflected the flow of their lives.<br />

Opting to open the rooms<br />

completely, we caught up with<br />

them to discuss the process.<br />

In terms of the build, can you tell us<br />

what you’ve done?<br />

The living area occupies what was once<br />

the dining room, and the dining room was<br />

the teeny tiny kitchen. We prioritised a<br />

larger living space over a big dining area -<br />

I think many of us have moved away from<br />

the formal dining space, instead opting<br />

to have something move convivial. We<br />

have a large breakfast bar in the kitchen,<br />

which is in the new extension, so there are<br />

options for dining, and it made sense to<br />

just keep the space flowing.<br />

A structural steel was added between the<br />

old kitchen and dining room, then the old<br />

door from the hallway was blocked up, so<br />

the sofa could tuck neatly into that corner<br />

of the room.<br />

We pulled up all the floorboards to insulate<br />

fully underneath, and pulled down the<br />

ceiling to make the new electrical elements<br />

easier to install, and again improve the<br />

insulation. The two spaces were fully replastered.<br />

It was a lot of work, but actually,<br />

the walls weren’t in great condition before<br />

and now they are beautifully smooth.<br />

“We prioritised a larger<br />

living space over a big<br />

dining area - we wanted<br />

to have something move<br />

convivial.”<br />

What flooring was here before<br />

and why have you chosen the<br />

finish you have?<br />

This space has been transformed<br />

by the flooring, which was an<br />

easy-to-lay, fully DIY process.<br />

The flooring runs from the<br />

kitchen all the way through<br />

to the living area. It had to be<br />

something that would work with<br />

the underfloor heating, be able<br />

to stand up to the demands of<br />

kitchen life, be easy to clean<br />

with two dogs in the house and<br />

still give the space a feeling<br />

of warmth. I wanted to find a<br />

clean-looking tone which didn’t<br />

read too grey or too yellow, so<br />

settled on Canadian Nude Oak<br />

from Karndean - it’s a rigid-core<br />

product, so doesn’t need gluing<br />

down and just clicks together<br />

using the tongue and groove<br />

system. It can be laid over an<br />

existing floor too.<br />

That stove is amazing - why<br />

did you choose it?<br />

The existing fireplace had a small<br />

opening in it, and it looked like it<br />

would lend itself well to an inset<br />

stove. I’m not over-stating it<br />

when I say this stove is one of my<br />

favourite things I’ve ever had in<br />

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▶<br />

The doors were a real success story - we widened<br />

what was once the single kitchen door into a set<br />

of slimline double doors on parliament hinges so<br />

they can open right back to the wall. The glazing<br />

helps to ensure light can shine on this darker<br />

pocket of the house. We used reeded glass film to<br />

create an obscured effect for the utility door - still<br />

allowing light to shine, but without needing to see<br />

the detail of the appliances in there.<br />

▶<br />

The dogs are clearly giving<br />

this feather-filled sofa<br />

their seal of approval. The<br />

space is styled with subtle<br />

patterns and textures,<br />

including lovely throws and<br />

cushions from homewares<br />

brand hauslife.co.uk<br />

▶<br />

We went for the Stovax Riva2, which had a sleek but<br />

robust design. The visuals are spectacular - the range<br />

provides convergent airflow to keep the glass clean.<br />

I’m eco-conscious, so that weighed in heavily on my<br />

choice - the Riva2 not only meets but exceeds Ecodesign<br />

efficiency standards, which aim to improve air quality by<br />

minimising the level of permitted emissions from wood<br />

burning products. For those in smoke control areas, as<br />

we are, all models are DEFRA exempt as standard for<br />

burning wood in urban areas without the need for an<br />

additional kit.<br />

▶<br />

This is actually an extendable table - so it can be round<br />

to seat four people, then has leaves to take it all the way<br />

to a 12 seater. It’s only the two of us, so we didn’t want a<br />

massive table that spent most of the year getting in the<br />

way, only to be used at full capacity at Christmas. So,<br />

this arrangement really suits us. I wanted the chairs to be<br />

sleek and sit below the top line of the table, as the space<br />

is small and I didn’t want them to encroach. Then the<br />

black lines just make sure that strong shade is present in<br />

each little zone.<br />

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The ‘during’ photos are interesting to look back<br />

on - it really is a big transformation<br />

▶<br />

“I really love this<br />

space. It feels<br />

welcoming and cosy,<br />

and that was always<br />

the goal. It’s not a<br />

formal seating area,<br />

but a place to retreat<br />

from daily life”<br />

▶<br />

There’s no getting away from the need for a TV<br />

in a living space, but I really didn’t want it to be<br />

the focal point of the room. I wanted a smaller<br />

television with a slimline frame, so it didn’t make<br />

such a visual statement - I really loved the slimline<br />

look of this Mitchell & Brown QLED 4K Ultra HD<br />

TV- and even better, they’re a British brand with<br />

a seven year warranty, which is so much longer<br />

than many other brands. It’s a smart TV, so ready<br />

to go with all the apps. We’ve got it mounted on<br />

a pull-out bracket, ready to move as and when<br />

it’s needed.<br />

my home. It offers instant cosiness,<br />

and such a beautiful focal point<br />

whether it’s roaring or gently glowing.<br />

That sofa looks incredibly<br />

comfortable…<br />

Oh, my, goodness! It is the most<br />

comfortable sofa I’ve ever sat on -<br />

it’s the Chaise Otto from<br />

sofa.com. My partner and I saw it<br />

in our local showroom and sat on<br />

it for nearly half an hour! We didn’t<br />

want to move, and it immediately<br />

transported us to lazy Sundays in<br />

front of the fire, stretched out on<br />

the chaise. It has feather-wrapped<br />

cushions which make it dreamily<br />

squishy, and the covers are<br />

removable for washing, which is<br />

essential with my penchant for beige<br />

alongside having two dogs…it also<br />

means we can update the look of it<br />

in a few years without replacing the<br />

whole sofa.<br />

Are there any other design<br />

elements you love?<br />

We’ve zoned this space with this<br />

huge rug from Ruggable - it’s actually<br />

machine washable so can stand<br />

up to daily life, spills, muddy dog<br />

paws and more! Then we have the<br />

amazing Lithe Audio ceiling speakers<br />

- one above the dining table and the<br />

other in the adjoining kitchen space,<br />

connected to one another. It’s lovely<br />

to be able to have music on whilst<br />

cooking, and then keep the ambient<br />

sounds on during dinner. I think they<br />

look really sleek too.<br />

How did you use black as an<br />

accent?<br />

The house already has blackframed<br />

windows, so it made sense<br />

to include this in the other design<br />

choices. By echoing the black in the<br />

stove surround, the internal doors<br />

and the dining chairs, it means your<br />

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eye can move from vignette to vignette, without<br />

feeling like one element is really pulling focus.<br />

Is the cabinetry bespoke?<br />

Sort of! We had some quotes which really varied, so<br />

we found the most cost-effective solution was using<br />

IKEA Metod upper cabinets on a frame on the floor,<br />

and then using some sturdier timber to make tops<br />

and shelves. By running the skirting boards around<br />

the front of the frame, they look built in - it’s a really<br />

good tip for making things look bespoke.<br />

Is there anything you’d change?<br />

I really love this space. It feels welcoming and cosy,<br />

and that was always the goal. It’s not a formal<br />

seating area, but a place to retreat from daily life,<br />

where you can really just spill out and chill. It’s<br />

versatile enough to cater for our needs as they shift.<br />

The space is full of design touches which help make it feel lived in,<br />

but also high end. All the sockets and switches are from Corston<br />

Architectural, and they just exude quality. Family photos are<br />

styled alongside more conventional decor items, plants and pieces<br />

collected from holidays - this isn’t a show home, but reflective<br />

of who lives here. Lighting is key too - wall lights help make the<br />

room feel cosy, with lamps and picture lights offering additional<br />

multi-level lighting.<br />

▶<br />

STOCKIST INFORMATION:<br />

Sofa, Otto Chaise in Taupe Brushed Linen Cotton<br />

sofa.com; Sarrah Blue Quartz Rug, ruggable.co.uk;<br />

Alvah Extendable Round Dining Table and Chantilly<br />

Polyester Blend Upholstered Slat Back Parsons Chair both<br />

wayfair.co.uk; Karndean Canadian Nude Oak Flooring,<br />

palioexpress.com; Neutral Abstract Sands Canvas Print,<br />

abstracthouse.com; Stovax Riva2, find your nearest supplier<br />

at stovax.com; QLED 4K Ultra HD TV (available in 43”,<br />

50” & 55” screen sizes), find your local stockist online at<br />

mitchellandbrown.co.uk; Reeded Glass Film,<br />

surfacedesigns.com; Heritage Clear Glazed Doors,<br />

climadoor.co.uk; Cushions, Coffee Table, Throw and<br />

Log Basket from hauslife.co.uk; Ceiling Speakers from<br />

litheaudio.com<br />

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NATIONAL GARDEN SCHEME<br />

Beautiful gardens to visit in your area - plus raising vital funds for nursing and health<br />

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THE PICTON<br />

GARDEN<br />

Old Court Nurseries, Walwyn Road,<br />

Colwall, Herefordshire, WR13 6QE<br />

17th <strong>May</strong>, 15th <strong>Jun</strong>e, 17th July,<br />

14th August, 16th September, 14th<br />

October<br />

1½ acres west of <strong>Malvern</strong> Hills. Bulbs<br />

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and early October colourful borders<br />

display the National Plant Collection<br />

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autumn colouring trees and shrubs.<br />

Many unusual plants to be seen, inc<br />

more than 100 different ferns and over<br />

300 varieties of snowdrop.<br />

WARNDON COURT<br />

St Nicholas Lane, Worcester,<br />

Worcestershire, WR4 0SL<br />

18th <strong>May</strong>, 9th <strong>Jun</strong>e<br />

Warndon Court is a two acre family<br />

garden surrounding a Grade II listed<br />

farmhouse (not open) featuring<br />

a circular route with formal rose<br />

gardens, terraces, two ponds,<br />

pergolas, topiary (inc a scruffy dragon),<br />

pretty summerhouse, a potager and<br />

woodland walk along the dry moat and<br />

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Coddington, Herefordshire, HR8 1JJ<br />

10th & 11th <strong>May</strong>, 19th July, 11th &<br />

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listed farmhouse, threshing barn<br />

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wildflower meadow, woodland with<br />

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wildlife, stream garden with masses<br />

of primula and hosta. Hellebores<br />

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and perennials. Lots to see all year.<br />

Developing year on year, planting for<br />

autumn colour.<br />

THE DELL HOUSE<br />

2 Green Lane, <strong>Malvern</strong> Wells,<br />

Worcestershire, WR14 4HU<br />

5th <strong>Jun</strong>e, 3rd July – PRE BOOKING<br />

Essential<br />

Two acre wooded hillside garden<br />

of the 1830s former rectory, now<br />

a B&B. Peaceful and natural, the<br />

garden contains many magnificent<br />

specimen trees inc a Wellingtonia<br />

Redwood. Informal in style with<br />

meandering bark paths, spectacular<br />

tree carvings, historic garden<br />

buildings. Trains running on a 16mm<br />

model railway.<br />

COWLEIGH PARK<br />

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Worcestershire, WR13 5HJ<br />

11th <strong>May</strong>, 14th <strong>Jun</strong>e<br />

The 1½ acre garden at Cowleigh<br />

Park Farm surrounds a Grade II listed<br />

timber framed former farmhouse<br />

(not open). Whilst no longer a farm,<br />

the property has views to adjacent<br />

orchards and inc lawns, spring fed<br />

ponds, a waterfall and stream. The<br />

focus in established beds and borders<br />

is to be wildlife and bee friendly. The<br />

garden contains multiple seating<br />

areas and a summerhouse.<br />

MADRESFIELD<br />

COURT<br />

Madresfield, <strong>Malvern</strong>, Worcestershire,<br />

WR13 5AJ<br />

18th <strong>May</strong><br />

Gardens mainly laid out in 1865,<br />

based on three avenues of oak, cedar<br />

and lombardy poplar, within and<br />

around which are specimen trees and<br />

flowering shrubs. Meadows within<br />

the avenues covered in daffodils, and<br />

later, fritillaries, bluebells, cowslips<br />

etc. Recent rhododendron plantings.<br />

Holly hedge enclosure with 100m<br />

walk of peonies and irises, next to a<br />

crescent tunnel of pollarded limes.<br />

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NOTES FROM THE<br />

Garden<br />

By now we have enjoyed snowdrops,<br />

daffodils, cherry blossom and so much<br />

more from tulips to the brilliant green of<br />

new leaves on the trees… and there is so<br />

much more to come.<br />

Currently and over the<br />

past months there has<br />

been a huge amount<br />

of media coverage of<br />

mental health - both<br />

the fleeting and the<br />

fundamental, and also<br />

a number of reports<br />

about the benefits of<br />

gardening.<br />

After a stressful day, if<br />

you are lucky enough<br />

to have an outdoor<br />

space, just a few<br />

minutes breathing<br />

the air, watching the<br />

birds and seeing the<br />

seasonal changes can be<br />

incredibly beneficial.<br />

Tending your houseplants can be, too. Your garden is your<br />

own personal space, it is a valuable resource for you and<br />

for your family and making it a space you want to spend<br />

time in is so important. It need not cost a fortune, or indeed<br />

anything, there are often items on websites that are free to<br />

pick up, gardeners love to share seeds and cuttings and it is<br />

amazing how quickly you can enjoy the fruits of your labour,<br />

from a bunch of flowers to bring the outdoors inside, to a<br />

salad of your own home grown leaves. It has so much to offer<br />

so I hope your gardens bring you joy - and help to keep you<br />

healthy in mind and body.<br />

For more advice, visit Matt Bigg’s website:<br />

www.matthewbiggs.com<br />

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NEW BEGINNINGS<br />

Choosing Retirement Accommodation<br />

As one approaches retirement<br />

age, the prospect of downsizing<br />

and moving into retirement<br />

accommodation becomes<br />

increasingly relevant. It’s a significant<br />

decision that requires careful<br />

planning. Here, we delve into some<br />

common considerations to help guide<br />

you through this transitional phase.<br />

LOCATION, LOCATION,<br />

LOCATION<br />

First and foremost, consider the<br />

location. Do you want to stay close<br />

to family and friends, or perhaps<br />

venture to a new area for a fresh<br />

start? Think about amenities nearby,<br />

such as shops, healthcare facilities,<br />

and recreational activities. Access<br />

to public transport is also crucial<br />

for maintaining independence<br />

and staying connected with the<br />

community.<br />

TYPES OF<br />

ACCOMMODATION<br />

Retirement accommodation<br />

comes in various forms, including<br />

independent living apartments,<br />

retirement villages, and assisted<br />

living facilities. Determine the<br />

level of support you require and<br />

choose accommodation that aligns<br />

with your needs and preferences.<br />

Independent living offers freedom<br />

and autonomy, while assisted living<br />

provides additional support with<br />

daily tasks and healthcare services.<br />

FINANCIAL<br />

CONSIDERATIONS<br />

Budgeting plays a vital role in the<br />

decision-making process. Consider<br />

the cost of accommodation, including<br />

any ongoing fees for maintenance,<br />

utilities, and services. Explore<br />

financial options such as selling your<br />

current property, renting, or accessing<br />

equity release schemes.<br />

FUTURE-PROOFING<br />

Planning for the future is essential<br />

when considering retirement<br />

accommodation. Think about how<br />

your needs may change over time<br />

and whether the accommodation<br />

can accommodate those changes.<br />

Look for features such as accessible<br />

design, mobility aids, and flexible<br />

care options. By future-proofing your<br />

choice, you can ensure that your<br />

retirement accommodation remains<br />

suitable and supportive in the years<br />

to come.<br />

HEALTHCARE AND<br />

SUPPORT SERVICES<br />

As we age, our healthcare<br />

needs may evolve. Consider<br />

proximity to healthcare facilities<br />

and the availability of support<br />

services. Assess whether the<br />

accommodation offers on-site<br />

healthcare professionals, emergency<br />

assistance, and access to additional<br />

care if needed. Prioritising access<br />

to healthcare can provide peace of<br />

mind and ensure your well-being as<br />

you age.<br />

LEGAL AND<br />

CONTRACTUAL<br />

CONSIDERATIONS<br />

Before finalising any agreements,<br />

thoroughly review the legal and<br />

contractual aspects of the retirement<br />

accommodation. Seek legal advice<br />

if necessary to understand the<br />

terms and obligations involved. Pay<br />

attention to details such as lease<br />

agreements, service contracts,<br />

and exit fees. It’s crucial to have<br />

clarity regarding your rights and<br />

responsibilities as a resident.<br />

SOCIAL AND<br />

RECREATIONAL<br />

OPPORTUNITIES<br />

Retirement accommodation often<br />

provides a range of social and<br />

recreational activities to enrich<br />

residents’ lives. From fitness<br />

classes and hobby groups to<br />

communal events and outings,<br />

these opportunities foster a sense<br />

of community. Take the time to<br />

explore the amenities and social<br />

offerings available within different to<br />

find the right fit for your lifestyle.<br />

EMBRACING THE<br />

JOURNEY<br />

Moving into retirement<br />

accommodation marks the<br />

beginning of a new chapter in<br />

life. Embrace this transition with<br />

optimism and open-mindedness.<br />

Take the time to explore different<br />

options, ask questions, and involve<br />

loved ones in the decision-making<br />

process. By carefully considering<br />

your needs and preferences, you<br />

can embark on this journey with<br />

confidence and enthusiasm.<br />

Choosing retirement accommodation<br />

requires thoughtful planning and<br />

consideration of various factors. By<br />

focusing on location, accommodation<br />

type, financial considerations, social<br />

opportunities, healthcare services,<br />

future-proofing, legal aspects, and<br />

embracing the journey, you can make<br />

an informed decision that aligns<br />

with your lifestyle and preferences.<br />

Remember, this transition is an<br />

opportunity for new beginnings and<br />

exciting possibilities.<br />

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