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Welcome & Contents
ContentsMarch – April 2015 Issue Number 30
If you have some treasure items thatyou would like valued then readmore about Lockdales (Valuers)visit to Brackley at the Town Hallon Thursday 5th March seepage 6. As always there’s lotsgoing on in our area, see page27 Diary of Events page and ifyou have something that shouldbe included in future issues thenplease forward the details to us.
A t last there are briefsigns of Spring in thegarden at this earlystage of the new year
and the days are slowly growinglonger on the run up to Easter.
Dates for the diary to note thisissue are Mother’s Day onthe 15th March and BritishSummer Time begins on 29thMarch and just how welcomethat will be. Lighter eveningsare bringing a refreshing feel tothe air and with Spring time justaround the corner, we will soonbe in the garden again. Anotherdate for the diary is Easter, thisyear it’s April 3rd to 6th so getplanning that vacation or thosejobs round the house now.
Don’t missthe localevents…Check out our Diaryof Events on page 27for the March andApril events in andaround Brackley.
Perhaps pit your wits in the everpopular Sudoku Puzzle on pages30 & 31, where this issue the prizeis a family film viewing of yourchoice, inclusive of a fish and chipsupper at Brackley Film Club.
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To advertise call us on 01327 353753 or 07756 544511email: [email protected] visit: www.focusmagazinegroup.co.ukFollow us on Twitter: @FocusMagazines Find us on Facebook: FocusMagazineGroupPublished by: Focus Magazine Group, The Studio 15 Buckingham Way, Towcester, Northants, NN12 6JY
27 Diary of Events
13 Health, Beauty & Fitness
16 Education
06 Entertainment & Leisure
17 Pets
15 Computers
19 Services
23 Home Services
34 Homes
25 Tradespeople
41 Windows & Conservatories
44 Gardens
51 Motors
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We gratefully acknowledge the support of businesses whose adverts appear in Focus Brackley, whilst every care is taken to ensure accuracy,the publishers cannot accept responsibility for loss, damage or omission caused by error in the printing of an advert. All artwork is acceptedon strict condition that permission has been given for use in the publication. Adverts are accepted on the understanding that the descriptionsof goods and services are fair and accurate. Any reproduction of any material is forbidden without the written consent of the publishers.The publishers cannot accept responsibility for views expressed by contributors, or for the accuracy of claims made by the advertisers.
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House ClearancesWANTED
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Do you have a treasurehidden in your attic?
Aspecial collectables valuation event will betaking place soon in your area. The expertsof Lockdales Auctioneers will be providingfree valuations to the public on Thursday 5th
March, 11am to 3pm, at Brackley Town Hall, MarketPlace, Brackley.
There will be experts providing valuations onthe following types of collectables: Coins(including British & World, Sovereigns,Krugerrands, Royal Mint commemoratives& proof sets), stamps, banknotes, medals& militaria, antiques, clocks, watches, jewellery, gold,silver, pre-1900 documents/books & maps, cigarette-cards, postcards, pre-1960sporting programmes & tickets,scientific instruments, swords,bayonets & de-activatedweapons. No appointment is
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necessary at this event, simply turn up with your itemsand the valuers will be happy to see you.Members of the public will have the option, if theywish, to consign their goods to auction (subjectto terms & conditions). Cash purchase offers arealso available. Valuations will be provided free of
charge, with no obligation. High quality illustratedcatalogues from previous auctionswill be given away on acomplimentary basis in order forthe public to get a better idea ofthe services available.
One of the most interesting items we have soldrecently was a fragment of pennant flag belonging tothe army of Richard III at the Battle of Bosworth. Thiswe sold at auction on behalf of its owner for £2800If you have any questions feel free to contactLockdales’ Martlesham offices: 01473 627110,[email protected]. For further information see ourwebsite: www.lockdales.com.
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(Towcester, other pick-ups to beconfirmed) Pick up 08:30, depart at 16:00
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Advance bookings only – All details to be confirmed.
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(Towcester, Brackley, Bicester pick up) Pick up 07:30, depart at 16:30
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(Towcester, Brackley, Bicester pick up) Pick up 07:30, depart at 17:00
Thurs 30th July Brighton£17 per person
(Towcester, Brackley, Bicester pick up) Pick up 07:30, depart at 17:00
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Thurs 6th Aug Kew Gardens £14 per person(Towcester and Northampton pick up) Pick up 07:30, depart at 16:30Sat 8th Aug Cotswolds: Bourton on the Water, £15 per personStratford-upon-Avon & Hatton Country World(Towcester, Brackley, Bicester pick up) Pick up 08:00, depart at 16:30Sun 9th Aug Blenheim Palace and Woodstock £17 per person(Towcester, Brackley, Bicester pick up) Pick up 08:00, depart at 16:30Wed 12th Aug **West Midlands Safari Park Adult £21.50 Child £20.50(Towcester and Northampton pick up) Pick up 08:00, depart at 16:45Sat 15th Aug York and Railway Museum £20 per person(Towcester and Northampton pick up) Pick up 07:30, depart at 17:00Sun 16th Aug Kew Gardens £14 per person(Towcester, Brackley, Bicester pick up) Pick up 07:30, depart at 16:30Sat 22nd Aug Skegness £16 per person(Towcester and Northampton pick up) Pick up 07:30, depart at 16:45Sun 23rd Aug Bournemouth Air Festival £18 per person(Towcester, Brackley, Bicester pick up) Pick up 06:30, depart at 17:00Sat 29th Aug **Drayton Manor Theme Park Adult £26.50 Child £23(Towcester and Northampton pick up) Pick up 08:00, depart at 16:30Sun 30th Aug Eastbourne £19 per person(Towcester, Brackley, Bicester pick up) Pick up 07:30, depart at 17:00Sat 17th Oct Blackpool Illuminations £28 per person(Towcester and Northampton pick up) Pick up 08:30, depart at 22:00 latestSat 28th Nov Gloucester Quays Christmas Market £17 per person(Towcester, Brackley, Bicester pick up) Pick up 08:30, depart at 16:30Sat 5th Dec Lincoln Christmas Market £21 per person(Towcester and Northampton pick up) Pick up 07:30, depart at 17:00Sat 12th Dec Birmingham Christmas Market £17 per person(Towcester and Northampton pick up) Pick up 08:00, depart at 16:30Sat 19th Dec Winter Wonderland – Hyde Park £18 per person(Towcester and Northampton pick up) Pick up 07:30, depart at 18:00Mon 21st Dec Winter Wonderland – Hyde Park £18 per person(Towcester, Brackley, Bicester pick up) Pick up 07:30, depart at 18:00Date TBC Worcester Christmas Fayre £20 per person(Towcester and Northampton pick up) Pick up 07:45, depart at 16:45** prices include coach travel and entry fees. Please book at least one month in advance to enjoy the discounted ticket prices.
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Wednesdays in March sees Music at Stowe
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“Forcione still has the skill, talent and dexterity thathas to be seen to believed.” Edinburgh Festival
Review. Wednesday 18th March we have a ‘ATribute to Women of WW1’, stories brought tolife through words, music and film. And not to be
missed is the dynamic percussionist James Larter, whois currently taking the UK concert halls by storm, onWednesday 25th March.
The highlight for many, will be Thursday 26th Marchwhen Showstopper! The Improvised Musical, comesto town. So whether you fancy Sondheim on a skilift or Cole Porter in Poundland – you suggest it andShowstoppers will sing it!
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• Beat the butter and sugar until well combined. Add theeggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
• In a separate bowl, sift flour and baking powder. Stirthe milk and vanilla together. Add the flour and the milkalternately to the butter mixture, starting and endingwith the flour and beating well after each addition.Spoon the batter into the cupcake cups so they are twothirds full and bake for about 18-20 minutes, until theyare golden and springy to the touch.
• Cool the cupcakes in the tins for 10 mins then turn on toa rack to cool fully.
For the chocolate frosting:• Melt the chocolate in a microwave bowl at 30 second
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Vanilla cupcake (makes 12)
4oz unsalted butter, room
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200g caster sugar
2 large eggs,room temperature
165g self-raisingflour
½ tsp baking powder
125ml semi-skimmed milk
1tsp vanilla extractChocolate frosting6oz butter, at roomtemperature1tbsp milk
1tsp vanilla extract125g chocolate chips150g icing sugarTo decorate:3 Flake bars36 Mini Eggs
• Beat the butter in a stand mixer(or with hand mixer) until soft.
• Add the sugar, milk and vanillaand stir gently to incorporate (Iuse the mixer paddle for this).
• Pour the chocolate into thebuttercream and mix on slowfor a few seconds.
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“Last year we decided it was timefor our boys to learn how to swim.We were looking for children’sswimming courses for some timebut they all seemed very expensive and not suitablefor one reason or another, such as the day or timethey were on. I came across the Adult Learning serviceand the Swimming Parent and Baby course, which wethought could be a great start to introduce swimmingto our 1 and almost 4 year old, especially as theclasses took place on Sunday mornings, which couldeasily fit in with our schedule.
We booked the courses online – the first class forour little boy and straight after, the next class forour oldest. It was a team effort for us; Dad was theone swimming with them, and I was responsible forkeeping them entertained while the other one was in
the swimming pool and dryingthem off after swimming.
They both absolutely lovedit and gained confidence inthe water whilst learning theswimming techniques. At theend of the course they werehappy to continue lessons so
we booked for them to attend the more advancedclasses which they both enjoyed very much.
Overall the classes have helped hugely with theirwater confidence and they can swim and play in thewater confidently. This confidence has also helped tomake the dreaded bath times much more fun.
It was a great family activity which we happilycelebrated with ice cream afterwards!”
Adult learning offer thousands of courses at different,days, times and venues across the county. Visit theAdult Learning page and find one to suit you:
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The UK is a charitable nation. Our response tonational disasters, the large amounts donatedto causes like Children In Need or Red NoseDay, or the people who run marathons for
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But curiously, only 7% of us leave a charitable gift inour Will.
It is worth remembering that often our death releasesmore cash than we would ever have available in ourlifetime – for instance, the sale of the house we havebeen living in or investments we have been relying onto provide us with an income. Yes, when it comes toyour Will, family are usually the first priority, but whynot make a legacy to a charity you support or havealways wanted to support as well?
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Brackley Cinema 2015Films are shown at 7.15pm (doors
open at 6.30pm) on the first Thursday
of each month at The Dillons Building,
Magdalen College School, Manor Road,
Brackley. Cinema tickets are £4 each,
available on the night at the door.
Films to be shown during 2015 will include:
The Grand Seduction Thursday 5th March
Pride Thursday 2nd April
What We Did On Our Holiday
Thursday 7th MayJimmy Hall Thursday 4th June
Specialist Valuation DayBrackley Town Hall
Thursday 5th MarchFree expert evaluations – no appointment necessary
see pages 6 and 7 for further information.
Pamper Night and Swishing!
Thursday 5th March(from 7pm) Little Oaks Pre-School
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treatments (local beauticians) available to
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Mother’s Day
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Diary of EventsIn conjunction with Global Mapping, T: 01280 840770
Your handyguide to what'son in and aroundBrackley from
Brackley Library SupportersGroup host DRACULASaturday 21st MarchA one man show byJames Hornsby7:30 pm at Brackley Library.£6.50 per ticket which includes aglass of wine or fruit juice.Booking is essential as space is limited.Tickets available from Brackley Library orcall 01280 705643 or email [email protected].
Brackley European AssociationBistro and Quiz EveningThursday 26th MarchSo if you fancy a meal and a bit of fun, docome and join in. The Association meets in theTown Hall at 8.00 pm on the last Thursday ofevery month and everyone is very welcome. InSeptember 2015 Brackley European Associationsees the celebration of the 40th anniversary of thetwinning of Brackley with Montabaur in Germany.Easter DatesGood Friday 3rd April –Easter Monday 6th April
Children's EasterEggstravaganzaWednesday 8th April11:00am-3:00pm at BrackleyLibrary. A day of various FREEchildren's Easter crafting andactivities, including decopatchbirdhouses, felt chicks, crafts andRhymetime for under 5s and an egg hunt. Timings tobe confirmed. Visit Brackley Library for timings or goto www.brackleylibrarysupporters.blogspot.co.ukfor further details.
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There’s a great range at Buywise
Bank Holidays can be busy for some of us, justa couple of extra day’s holiday over the Easterperiod means we have extra time to updateour homes now the Spring is here.
At Buywise in Banbury it’s noexception, because this is the time ofyear for planning new and updatingcurrent kitchens. The general publicflock to their showroom with ashopping list of appliances theyneed for a new kitchen, each yearthe numbers seem to increase.
Because Buywise offer good technical advice, alongwith unrivalled customer service and ‘AppliancePackages’ for their customers, most visitors to the storeleave with at least one purchase.
A growing trend is for Range Cookers, a RangeCooker is between 60 – 110cm wide, the largerversions giving greater cooking flexibility for largefamilies or regular gatherings. Buywise pride
themselves on having a fantasticshowroom with many modelson display where customers cancome in store, see, touch and feelthe cookers. There is even a livemodel where customers can beshown the benefits of inductioncooking. Buywise have fully trained staff to assist withyour needs and explain the features and benefits of therange. Buywise believe the purchase should be madeas easy as possible from the moment the customer walksthrough the door to their experienced in house logisticsteam delivering the appliance into the customers property.So, if you are looking to update one appliance or a
complete kitchen, visit Buywise forthe best advice and service in thearea, but hurry, you won’t be onyour own!Buywise can be contacted on01295 266087www.buywiseofbanbury.co.uk
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WorthavisitOver 30 stoves ondisplayTrade enquirieswelcomeStockist of flues, liners and allstove installationproductsPlus huge range of firesideaccessories, homeware andgifts
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Windows & Conservatories
Nu-Look Conservatory Roof Solutions can solvethese problems with low cost conservatory roofconversion systems that will give you back theroom and space youwanted in the first place.We have over 40 years combined experience inthe conservatory and roofing business. Customersatisfaction is at the heart of everything wedo and we pride ourselves on the quality ofdo and we pride ourselves on the quality ofworkmanship and service that we provide.We’ll transform your conservatory into a roomthat’s perfect every day of the year!
Call today for a free quote on 01327 201 007For more information visitwww.nulookroof.co.uk
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It’s been a crazy few months for Cloudy2ClearWindows. The company which specialises inrepairing windows which are steamed up, brokenor damaged by replacing the panes – not the
frames has grown rapidly as homeowners takeadvantage of their services.
Manager, James Miller feels that it’s all aboutservice. “Our product is simple. If your double glazingis misted up we can replace the glass at a fractionof the cost of a new window, in any type of frame,and with a new 10 year guarantee. But it’s not justabout saving people money, although that obviouslyhelps. Many tradespeople have struggled since lastyear and I honestly feel that during the good timesa minority perhaps didn’t focus on customer care asmuch as they should have done. We make sure weturn up when we say we will, do the job the customerrequires and leave their house as clean as a whistle.I often get comments back from customers on how
Cloudy2Clear WindowsService with a smile!
they really didn’texpect that sortof service which,in a way, isvery sad for theservice industryas a whole.”
Cloudy2Clearservice theBicester, Brackleyand Oxfordareas and Jamesis finding thathis approach is a major factor in his success. “Thetruth is that it’s not just the personal satisfaction that Iget from doing a good job but also it makes goodbusiness sense. I get a huge amount of business fromfriends and family of people I’ve done work for,which just goes to show how much a little bit of effortis appreciated.”
So, if your windows are steamed up, broken ordamaged give James a call for a free quotation on0800 61 21 118 and he’ll be happy to help!
• James Miller, Cloudy2Clear.
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We manufacture on-site givingyou peace of mind that you will receive high quality products from start to finish.
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Are you a‘seasoned’ mover?
Out of the four seasons, Spring is historicallythe most popular time to move home,there may have been incentives in therecent Budget, your garden will be in
bloom and looking pristine (kerb appeal) and youwill have Spring cleaned the house in anticipation,see page 24. Autumn is the next best, as long as youfind a quick buyer. Winter has adverse weather andChristmas, whilst Summer brings holidays.
However, there are downfalls to moving in the Spring,if everybody is doing it then mortgages and surveyswill take longer and removal companies get bookedup. The majority of people move on a Thursday orFriday, so try for the earlier part of the week and don’tforget Bank Holidays can play havoc with moneytransfers (yes, I speak from experience).
So, do you move yourself or get in the professionals?Are you physically able to pack, load a van, drive
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to your new destinationand unload? You willneed boxes, tape, labelsand friends to help at both ends. If it’s a wet day,blankets/ old sheets will be required to cover upbelongings and carpets. This is certainly the cheaperoption particularly if you don’t have a lot to move orare going just around the corner.
Clearly, if you are moving further afield with yourhome office, piano, snooker table, ride on mower,four kids and walk in refrigerator, then you might needsome serious help!
Alternatively, you could save yourself a load of money,stress and aggravation by adding an extension orconservatory, see pages 28 & 29 and 40 to 43.
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Visit our website: www.linnellbros.co.uk
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All aspects of tree and hedgemaintenance undertaken
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For a free quotation call
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Allen Groundcare...expert tree surgeons
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Since 1994 we have provided a professional, fullyinsured tree & vegetation management service:
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01327 354789or 07921 588449
“First class job - minimal disruptionand you left it so neat and tidy”
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Motors
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Joblings Kia Launton Road,Bicester, Oxfordshire OX26 6PZ 01869 252255
Fuel consumption figures in mpg (l/100km) for the Kia ‘SR7’ range are: Urban 32.1 (8.8) – 68.9 (4.1),Extra Urban 53.3 (5.3) – 85.6 (3.3), Combined 42.8 (6.6) – 78.5 (3.6). CO2 emissions are 149 – 94g/km.MPG figures are official EU test figures for comparative purposes and may not reflect real driving results.
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Artwork design available on request, ask for details.
Quality jam-free paper ataffordable prices. Just aselection of sizes and stylesavailable, please call if yoursis not shown.Free local delivery.
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available
The following can all be supplied pre-printed with your logo and company information: Business Cards, Comp Slips, Letterheads, A4 Laser Sheets, 1-5pt Continuous (Sprocket holed) Forms, NCR Sets, Labels, Pads and Books, A4 Laser Cheque/Remittances, Stick Up Notes, Envelopes and much, much more.
All prices are exclusive of VAT.
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The basics:
All 3D printers need to print froma CAD file (Computer Aided Design)normally in STL format, this is a digital drawingof the product, the product can be scanned but thismethod is slightly limited.
Once the printer has the file it slices the digital modelinto thousands of wafer thin slices the material is laid
down in the exact cross sectionof these slices, one on topof the other, the printer alsouses a support material tosupport any overhanging
parts of the model once the model is finished thesupport material is then washed off in a specialwash tank.
There are many different types of 3D printers onthe market all with their own advantages and
drawbacks however the additive process of 3Dprinting offers many advantages over traditionalengineering subtractive processes, also havingshorter lead times and lower material costs.
3D printing is the best way to evaluate differentdesign concepts, modelling in this way will mean
that changes to the model are easy to carry out andinexpensive to do, shortening the development cycle.
The key attributes of modelling in this way areprint speed, part cost and life-like print output. it isa true production grade thermoplastic that isdurable enough to perform virtually the same asproduction parts.
Why not speak to the experts?Call Motorsport Services on 01280 70441,visit www.motorsport-services.co.uk oremail: [email protected]
We can produce your model or prototype part at afraction of the cost. Let us fine tune every aspectof prototype production here in Brackley.
3Dmodels - 3D Jigs - Concept models - FunctionalPrototyping - Aerospace – Architecture - MotorsportsUsing a Fortus 250 from Stratasys:Build envelope 254x254x305: Material ABS Plus
Our finishing department can provide a large range of finishesto any object, from a prime to a first class painted finish or wecan flock your part with hundreds of colours to choose from orperhaps hydro print your part with one of a thousands of patterns.
Bring your creativity to lifewith cutting edge 3D Printing
Office 01280 704411 Mick 07767 767089 Nikki 07732 902184www.motorsport-services.co.uk [email protected]
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