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Fondillón: an official European luxury

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Welcome to the 124th edition of the Tim magazine

Well the long hard (10 weeks or so) of winter is coming to an end! Even though I feel that this winter has again been rather mild. March and Spring are upon us and Summer is just around the corner and with it, comes the start of the visitor inflow – oh joy! Joking, I for one, very much enjoy seeing friends and family over the coming months.

Don’t forget that the clocks here in Spain go forward on Sunday March 29th at 2 am local time.

During March you find a few things going on in and around Alicante, March 16th to 19th Moros y Cristianos de Villafranqueza, Alicante, then there are the Fallas in Denia 19th March and Fallas in Benidorm also on the 19th March and Fallas de San Jose Calpe 19th March so a few things to go see especially if you have family here all ready.

Last month´s Spot the Bull competition was won by Mr S Lowden of Benijofar, who spotted Bully hiding on page 3 on the AES advert so congratulations to you and a crisp 50 euro note is winging its way to you. You can find this month’s Spot the Bull entry form on page -- of this month´s magazine.

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Fondillón is an odd sort of wine. For a start it’s a red wine yet its colour in the glass is amber. It is made from overripe monastrell grapes – the grape which grows on those low, gnarled vines so typical of this area. It is made in only eleven bodegas in Alicante province mostly in Monóvar, Pinoso and Villena. In style Fondillón is similar to fortified wines like Port, Oloroso sherries or Madeira except that those are fortified with brandy whilst the 18º of alcohol in Fondillón come directly from the fermentation and ageing of the wine. These sort of oxidised sweet wines (called rancio in Spanish) were all the rage in the past: Shakespeare, Dostoevsky, Defoe and Dumas all mention Fondillón and Queen Elizabeth I of England loved Alicante wine (read Fondillón) “above any other”.

The wine exists primarily because of the format of ancient tenancy agreements. At one time contracts between tenants and landowners generally stipulated that whilst the original vines were still productive the tenant farmers could continue to work the land. To make the most of this the farmers left some older, lower yield, vines in place. Apart from guaranteeing land rights these plants made no economic sense and it wasn’t worth employing labourers to harvest their grapes. Instead farmers would wait until the very end of the season when the family had time enough to do their own picking. The grapes were left so long on the vines that they withered like raisins, The sugar content rocketed and this was increased further by leaving the picked grapes to sun dry. This difference in the grapes is one of the reasons the wine is so distinctive.

Once picked the grapes are fermented for three to four weeks giving the wine a deep red colour. The wine is then transferred into big barrels traditionally made from Monóvar oak. The description of the various methods vary from source to source, from bodega to bodega and with changes in techniques over the years. Basically though there are two processes. One is a variation on the solera process used to make sherry where new wine is added to old in the same barrel. In Alicante it’s usual to draw off about a third of the wine every year, or two, for bottling. This wine comes from the bottom of the barrel. The Spanish word for bottom or depths is fondo and the name Fondillón derives from this method. It’s a process which serves to maintain the same taste without variation from vintage to vintage. Other bodegas simply put the new wine from one year into barrels and leave it to age. By the time Fondillón wine leaves the bodega it will be at least ten years old and most is at least twice that age. This is not a wine for the impatient.

Fondillón nearly died out in Alicante. A plague of insects called phylloxera devastated European wine production around the turn of the 20th Century. It hit France first leaving new markets open to Spanish wines. The Spanish wine growers grabbed their opportunity and produced wine as quickly as they could. Given the circumstances, the low yield Fondillón vines made no economic sense at all. Fondillón production collapsed, Then, as the rest of Europe began to recover, phylloxera hit the Spanish vineyards and reduced production to a trickle. Fondillón disappeared. It was nothing more than a personal whim during a chance conversation in an unscheduled meeting between two businessmen that led to the re-establishment of a very small scale production of the wine in Monóvar and later in other places like our own village of Culebrón.

So if you fancy supporting a world class wine with a local history you know what to pour into your glass this evening. But don’t expect it to be cheap.

by Chris Thompson

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I’m afraid I have to start on a sour note. After last month’s edition 85% of readers found something to complain about in my article. A percentage to be ashamed of. What about the rest of you? Don’t you care? Please make more effort to be offended.

Several people have asked how to explain the English education system to Spanish friends. The answer is easy – don’t. OK, OK, calm down. If you must, start with the structure. Basically there are two sectors: public schools and state schools. The public schools are private, while the state schools are run by, well, in some instances the private sector. Clear? State education is free, not just in Free Schools which aren’t... Oh, look, I was right first time. Try explaining cricket to them instead.

Describing the English class system is probably as fraught. First of all, there isn’t one any more. That model from Monty Python of upper, middle and lower doesn’t exist nowadays. There’s just rich gits and the rest of us. The rest of you. Know your place. If you’re not a life member of the yacht club, forget it. Rent a pedalo. In fact, why are your Spanish friends even bothering to talk to you? Have they no social awareness?

There’s better news on the TV licence scare. You’ll recall the UK Government’s plan to chase expats for the BBC licence fee by mooring a gunboat armed with TV detector van outside Alicante harbour. That plan’s now on hold. It seems we no longer own a gunboat. However, if anyone has a rubber dinghy and a bit of free time...

Talking of TV, Google are working to develop the smart TV. It tells you which of the 650 channels are worth watching (0) and then hides itself to save being used to view all that cr*p you keep switching on. It will also offer simultaneous translation into English. So when you tune in to Geordie Shore... Meanwhile, a Swansea man has entered the Guinness Book of Records after viewing the film Zulu on 72 consecutive days on a different channel. He wanted to check we won.

Maybe some of you, like many UK residents, are concerned

about internet trolls: the people who abuse you anonymously on social media. (Are you serious? Remember the people who abused you to your face on the bus?) They want to know how to combat trolls. Unfortunately you can’t. However, there is an answer. Join them. For only 55€ my handy leaflet ‘Trolling for Softies’ will teach you everything you need to get started, including a few choice four letter words – ‘girl’, ‘berk’, ‘wuss’ are just a sample. You’ll soon become so worked up with the stupidity of it all that you’ll have no time to worry about the mountain of abuse you get back.

Those of you with children aged 18-25 will welcome the news that Vladimir Putin has offered to make youth unemployment in the EU disappear. To qualify for his free scheme your son/daughter simply needs to report to the Air Siberia desk at Alicante airport. Passports are not needed. Accommodation is also provided, together with as much salt as they can eat. Children aged eight-going-on-eighteen should not be sent.

If you’ve been worrying about the question of consent to fracking below any property you may have in the UK, you can relax. New government regulations will save you from having to agonise over a decision. In future you won’t be asked. However, there are increased safeguards for any damage caused on your property. The fracking company will now only be able to claim the cost of their equipment damaged by your wall, say, falling on it and not the cost of towing it away as well.

Meanwhile, the American ‘expert’ who alleged Birmingham is an exclusively Muslim city has produced more evidence in support of his claim. A video shot in January shows men going round the streets removing signs of Christmas, while more film shows the Central Library shut down. However, his assertion that stoning of officials is to be introduced at Villa Park, home of Aston Villa FC, has been rubbished by fans. Many say they’ve been advocating that for years.

Finally, if you were disappointed by some of the Oscar-nominated films that missed out, spare a thought for The American Snipper, based on the true story of Yul Brynner’s hairdresser. It failed to make the cut.

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What would you rather be doing in your older year’s , riding your Bike or pushing a Zimmer frame?

Cycling on a regular basis keeps you physically and mentally strong. More men and women in their 60s, 70s, 80s and beyond are still participating in races, sportif’s and tours than in any previous era.

Competitive cycling can unlock the door to health and longevity. In 2013 a Danish Scientist came up with a compelling study into the lives of 786 French competitors in the Tour De France from 1947-2012. He showed that the cyclists lived, on average , six years longer compared with the general male population of the same age and that for mere mortals to reap similar rewards, we have to look to elite level training to extend the life of our body cells. We need to start encouraging people to participate in sports at an even higher level he said. The 20 year study also found that fast cyclists lived up to 5 years longer than those who ride at a regular pace. Speedy riders were 82% less likely to die from a heart attack, while the risk of premature death from any cause was 50% lower for fast cyclists who do up to 60 minutes a day.

Long rides give strength to your immune system, the body becomes more efficient at defending itself and regenerating new cells. People who do at least 230 minutes of cycling per week or the exercise equivalent are 9 years biologically younger than those who don’t. A study of 3,500 people over 8 years found that those who took up sport in their 30’s and later still had significantly healthier statistics compared to those who hadn’t been near a bike since their school paper round. It’s not solely the cardiovascular boost that you get from hours in the hills that keeps you ticking over for longer. The development of lean muscle through endurance cycling also adds to the bodies count of telomeres (an enzyme that forms part of our DNA and slows down the degradation of cells) squeezing the brakes on the ageing process.

To fuel for a ride you should eat less processed stuff and more fruit and veg, 7 or more servings of fruit and veg per day can cut your chances of premature death from any cause by 42%. People who eat 3-5 servings of fruit and veg per day reduced early mortality risk by 29% and that each additional servings of vegetables was linked to a 16% reduction in premature mortaility.

Learn how to identify what your body is telling you, ignore your body’s needs at your peril. If you find that you are lacking motivation, you don’t fancy training or don’t face a ride then you are too tired and need more rest. Do as many miles as you are able to recover from sufficiently to be able to build strength and not wear yourself out. After a long strenuous ride cyclists recover quicker if they emerge their legs in cold water for up to 60 seconds.

You are never too old to start cycling and never too old to stop cycling. One of our regular customers Don Robinson who is 88 years of age and lives in Quesada is still cycling 30-40km per week, he has difficulty getting on and off his cycle due to his age, however he has designed, commissioned and had his own racing bike made with a step through Reynolds 631 aluminium frame. The bike was built by Kevin Winter of county Durham and Don has fitted all the parts from his original road bike onto his new trusty steed, it is equipped with a 10 speed Shimano 105 groupset and weighs in at 10kgs. Don pictured here with his bike is delighted and is looking forward to riding forever . He is an inspiration to the rest of us fellow cyclists. Well done Don. Anyone wishing for more information on the bicycle please let me know.

Gary and Lynn are available at Cyclogical, in Quesada Monday to Friday from 9.30am – 5.30pm and from 10am -2pm on Saturdays to assist and advise you on all your cycling requirements.

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JAGUARSBig Cats in Altea Golf Club

– Don Cayo Restaurant

The Jaguar Enthusiasts Club in Spain got together again on Sunday 25th January 2015, what a fabulous day in all respects. It’s mid winter, yet we had blue skies, beautiful sunshine and warm enough to sit outside to admire the views and chat to friends old and new. Perfect weather for taking that cherished Big Cat out on the road. Somewhere different this time, up the motorway to the “dizzy heights” of Altea, the Don Cayo Restaurant in Altea Golf Club. Parking was a bit limited but we did manage to get all the cars in a row. 20 beautiful examples of Jaguars automotive engineering and 64, yes 64 people for lunch. A little down on the numbers of cars, it just so happens that a few of our beloved big cats are “at the vets”. May I take this opportunity to thank all those that attended especially the people that have never been before. As always a big thank you to Ian McMenemy for all his hard work organising this event, and a special mention and thanks to

Hans Nilsson and David Sleap who helped pull this meeting together.

The superb selection of Jaguars at this meeting as always, enough to make the pulse of any “petrol head” race. We were graced with a stunning range of Jaguars as always, Ian McMenemys and David Sleaps S Types, 11 and 12 years old respectively and looking like they have just left the showroom. A fabulous XJS Convertible in white, and a seriously impressive Mk 2, X Types,XK8’s, XKR’s XJ’s, and of course the guvnors XK8 DHC to complete the line up.

We could not have wished for a better day or location, out in the sun, pre dining drinks on the terrace looking over the golf course in the valley, sitting there in shirt sleeves in January. We are so so fortunate. The pleasure started with the waiters bringing round a little “amuse bouche”, piped potato tower around a grilled prawn, delightful. Into the restaurant, stunning tables, starched white tablecloths, I just knew this was going to be good. White, Rosé and smooth fruity Rioja were brought to the table. The first course was firstly a piece of art, a tartar of salmon and avocado, topped with a cream cheese, herbs and a lumpfish caviar, dressed with mustard and balsamic reduction and salmon caviar. The description says it all. Second course, a Tandori Chicken salad, a stunning contrast to the first course, fresh, aromatic with that hint of spice. Various meat and fish courses were available for the main course, my wife and I chose the lamb served with a dauphinoise potato, we even had mint sauce a rare commodity in Spain. Dessert was a light gateaux. We finished the day with a few announcements and presentation of the JEC Spain plaque to the Maitre D” for Don Cayo. Outside for the mandatory group photo then a coffee or a last drink, then head for home, a fabulous afternoon.

Our next meeting is on Sunday the 1st March 2015, location to be confirmed. Watch the website www.jec-spain.com for more details. This will be the last meeting before The Big One, a joint meeting between JEC Spain and JEC France at the end of March, this really will be something special. Other events in the planning for this year is another Mystery Tour and a “Trip Down South”.

The Jaguar Enthusiasts Club is the largest of the worlds Jaguar Clubs, apart from joining in the fun at the meetings, full members also benefit from a glossy 140 page A4 monthly magazine, Jaguar spares department and a technical advice service second to none. If you live in Spain and own a Jaguar you should be a member of The Jaguar Enthusiasts Club. The JEC in Spain is organised by Eric Arnold and Ian McMenemy. Eric can be contacted by email at [email protected] or by phone on 609931647 or alternatively check out the JEC Spain website www.jec-spain.com Our Events Director, Ian McMenemy can be contacted at [email protected]. Come along and join us.

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New computers, the death of the traditional computer?

OK – so CES is an annual computer event, showcasing the new, the future and of course the absurd!

One item really caught my eye this year though – and that is an item that could cause the death of the computer as we know it. To make matters worse, it’s made by one of the best, largest PC chip companies, and to put the final nail in the coffin, it’s cheap. Seriously cheap!

“What are you talking about”, I hear you ask – well, this is it.... Looks pretty innocent, doesn’t it.... but it’s not!

This is a full blown computer... OK, it’s not a mega powerful beast of a machine, but it IS a real computer. Oh, and it’s less than 2 inches.

This little beast plugs straight into any screen that has a HDMI port in it (so pretty much any TV or computer monitor made in the last few years), and turns it into a computer. Use a wireless or Bluetooth keyboard and mouse, hey presto, ready to go. No wires, no mess, no wasted computer desk – nothing. Oh, and it’s not reliant on a tablet or other controlling device (such as the Chromecast), it’s entirely stand alone.

So, we have a full blown, quad core 1.3Ghz machine, 2Gig of RAM, up to 64Gb Hard Drive (expandable with USB HDDs), and did I mention, it runs Windows.... not some dodgy cut down version either, but full blown Windows 8.1 (hopefully Windows 10 as soon as it’s available).

And for what price are these desktop killers? Upon release (roughly March 2015), they are expected to be priced at $125-150. A bit pricy for you? There will be an Android/Linux version available that’s expected to be around $70. To put that in perspective, at today’s exchange rate, that’s a few cents over €60, or less than a really good meal!

You may say “well, that’s not that powerful, my laptop is better than that” – which of course is true, a decent new laptop will laugh at those specs, but when you think, you can buy 4 of these for the price of that laptop, you can see where it leads.

To me, they are going to be great for places like businesses (banks etc), education (fit anywhere, and cheap), and of course, to make your “normal TV” into a really powerful “Smart TV”, allowing streaming of iPlayer, Netflix and many other items, quickly and simply.

As they use a standard TV or computer monitor, I can see a great future for these (of course, I said the same for the Sinclair C5 as well, but still......).

(Above images are of a version that has been leaked by a Chinese manufacturer, and are available now, for around $110 through eBay).

by David Fraser


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The Legal PageMODEL 720: DECLARATION OF ASSETS AND OWNERSHIP OVERSEAS

We are now in the 3rd year of this legal obligation and since it was introduced, it has proved very unpopular and confusing. It was discussed at length during one of Pellicer & Heredia’s information seminars and I remember many people got very ‘heated.’

However, the fact remains it is law and therefore does need to be complied with so this month we again review its requirements.

The period for presenting the model 720, declaration of assets and rights located abroad (for the year 2014) is from 1 January to 31 March 2015.

Three distinct categories define this declaration:

1)Bank Accounts

Which are already open, or for which you are already an account holder during the year, which corresponds to the declaration.

Valuation: whichever is the highest, the balance as of December 31 or the average balance for the last quarter.

2) All types of financial assets

Information on securities , assets, shares or amounts representing the capital stock of all types of entities , or the transfer of capital to third parties, held abroad, as well as life insurances for which they are the beneficiary and annuities or temporary income of which they are the beneficiary .

Valuation: Value on 31 December

3) Real estate

Valuation: Acquisition cost

You are obliged to submit the model 720, overseas assets declaration, when any of these three groups amount to or exceed 50,000 euros and only for the group in which this amount is exceeded.

Once you have made the 720 declaration, regarding your assets overseas, you then need only declare your overseas assets in subsequent years, when:

1) Any of the above three distinct sectors experiences an increase in value greater than 20,000 euros

2) You are no longer the owner of the aforementioned assets (sale, transfer, etc… even if you made a loss)

3) In any of the three categories, you did not previously have to declare that you had assets to the value of 50,000€, if you now (2014 year) do have assets to the value of, or exceeding 50,000€.

Therefore, if you made the 720 overseas assets declaration in 2014, you just have to re submit your declaration in 2015, if any of the already situation applies to you.

Failure to meet this tax liability will be penalised by the Spanish tax administration with minimum fines of 10,000 Euros for each asset undeclared.

Remember it is important for all residents to be fiscally resident in Spain and make their annual tax return known as Declaracion de Renta. This will be discussed in a later article.

Driving Licenses

We make no apology for bringing this issue to your attention once again. The DGT (Spanish Government traffic department) are currently running a campaign to get all drivers resident in Spain to exchange their driving licenses (DL) for a Spanish license in compliance with an EU directive.

For EU citizens it is a bureaucratic process to exchange your DL but the good news is there is no necessity to take a driving test. To continue on a non Spanish DL or renew an existing license using a false address in your country of origin is illegal and will invalidate your insurance.

We strongly recommend and advise that you exchange your DL now and remember P&H are able to process the exchange for you without the need for you to attend the Traffico office.

If you require further legal advice on any tax, legal or administrative matters please contact Pellicer & Heredia Lawyers & Tax Advisors who will be pleased to help you. Do not forget to mention you are a TIM reader.

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As fears of the much talked about ‘Grexit’ increased, the GBP/EUR rate punched through last months predicted 1.35 barrier, briefly hitting 1.362. The Greeks, however, have been granted a 4 month extension in order to organise how they will be able to manage the current bailout terms. The recently elected Syriza party came in under the premise of rejecting the bailout deal but have encountered a few problems trying to amend the terms. The Euro has fallen against both Sterling and USD recently but following the extension to the current loan agreement being granted we may see the Euro strengthen a little.

The world waits to see the next step of the Greek bailout, the next repayment date is 28th February so time is very definitely running out to catch the 7 year highs! If Greece is bailed out we may see a drop back to the 1.30 level. This also coincides with the rate hitting the top of its upward channel which it has been tracking for six years, meaning a rebound down is now due!

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Spanish word of the month – Bateria, yes

battery, well done. I just mention it ‘cos if

you want them for your torch they’re Pilares

(Pilar singular). My latest came with the acid

separate which was a bit of a shock!

Well World Superbikes has started from good old Oz and MotoGP coming up from Qatar on 29th March Spring must be here, unless

you’re reading this in England in which case stand by. Even though I’m a leisurely rider now I do love to watch

those bikes get lower and lower every year, or so it seems. Isn’t technology fantastic? As long as

it trickles down to road bikes anyway.

I was reading an article on Facebook about the correct way for bikers to wave. It’s a bit tongue in cheek but worth a read*

It reminded me when I did a very scientific study in the UK about who didn’t wave back when I waved. Now a lot of people said it would be Harley riders but they were wrong, it was BMW riders. So now you know. Out here I’ve found sports bike riders don’t wave back but cruisers tend to, what do you reckon and do you wave? Some even use their feet, I know, whatever next? Answers on a postcard or to the email below.

So March usually brings us lovely sunshine but showers too so make

sure you’re prepared for both, it’s very easy to get caught out in some really

heavy stuff and the weather varies a lot in a comparatively small area. Lightweights

should do it, we’ve seen the back of the cold unless you’re heading well north.

Rally wise we’re looking on the thin side again, the only one I can find is Roldan on the 8th

I’ve been to this a couple of times and it’s always good. Remember it’s an

almuerzo so it kicks off early. Definitely recommended, let me know if you think otherwise.

Remember if you have any comments or want to advertise your club, group or an event I can be contacted via email at [email protected] or on Facebook at Tim Bikers where you will also find details of events where I have got less notice.

Stay safe and all the Biking Best, Jack

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That great American Dale Carnegie, he who wrote ‘How To Win Friends And Influence People’ said never to begin with an apology – so I’m not - see mine at the end! This is to update anyone who bothers to read my ramblings of the progress of ‘SCOOTS’ – Sun-day Club Out On Their Scooters - or slightly cranky ageing scooter riders here in Spain. See below, there may be signs that the word is getting round, as well as our waistlines...

I’ve been re-riding a scooter for about six months now, here in sunny Spain. It’s great, I sing ‘Rolling Back The Years’ to myself as I speed off on my Vespa on a brisk Sunday morning once a month, giving my long-scooter-suffering wife a bit of peace for a few hours. I ride for about half/three quarters of an hour-ish, and then meet up with some similarly-stricken lads and one or two lasses in a cafe. We have a coffee, a laugh, extract the urine from each other and then set off somewhere, usually in some direction we haven’t been before. The vague intention is for about ten of us to meet up, but we haven’t managed that yet, it varies between about six and nine.

On Sunday 8th February seven of us met up at the La Zenia roundabout in Alejandro’s. This was not, actually our intended meeting point, see below*. After a coffee, Pete’s wife Karen had to leave us, due to a sick puppy (don’t ask Pete, you’ll never get away - you can follow the little mite’s progress on Facebook), and seven of us rode off down the N332 in search of a good ride out. There was, in no particular order Geordie Colin, Man United Billy, Pepe the Rock Roca, Wingy, Aircon Dave, Lambo Lord Pete, and me, RAF John. We mainly split into two camps, those in the minority who can remember the sixties and the original Mod movement, and those younger forty-somethings who were caught up in the Quadrophenia scooter revival in the eighties. I’m sure you can guess which one I’m in...

We turned off the N332, thank goodness, at Pilar and took the Orihuela road, heading towards those fantastic-but-forbidding-looking mountains you can see in the distance. On a scooter ride you want variety, and this route provided it in spades: up hills and down dales, long sweeping curves, great views and breathtaking Spanish scenery. How good it was to be alive and enjoying something you did (many) years ago, an activity which I’ve always loved. At one time three Spanish motorbikers roared past us like we were standing still – good luck chicos - but be careful!

Eventually we arrived at a village –‘ town’ is pushing it a bit – called Hurchillo, near the bottom of those mountains. Shunning the bar on the shady side of the road, maybe we’ll go back there in the sweaty summer, we opted

for a stop and coffee (note, we don’t do alcohol in our group, unlike in my younger and more stupid days). We lounged about chatting outside the friendly cafe in the sunny square with the obligatory church close by: here was wonderfully demonstrated ordinary Spanish life, families laughing/playing/just living happily in the warm winter sunshine. How natural it all was, so innocent and somehow cocooned from the world’s problems you get piped in when you switch on your TV and watch the news...

Some of us snacked, others looking forward to their Sunday lunch at home, but to a man we were at peace with life. Later the pictures arrived on Facebook with suitably jealous and hilarious comments to record the day. After an hour, about two-ish I think we set off back. This time we skirted right round a stunning lake, a reservoir I think called Torremendo. It reminded of one I saw in the South Island of New Zealand in 2007, the colour blue was strikingly similar. I must take my wife there (in the car), she’ll enjoy that –see how scootering broadens your horizons?

On the way home we waved each off at key points, until finally everyone arrived home safely to our loved ones, full of happiness and scootering stories, and to look forward to next month. There’s plans for going to a Vespa rally in Alicante to meet up, no doubt with hundreds of like-minded Spanish scooterists and exchange the banter in a universal language only we understand.: can’t wait!

*Just to prove the scooter word is getting round, a new Mod-minded scooter internet cafe/bar has opened at Paddy’s Point at La Zenia. Down the alleyway is ‘MOD ABOUT COFFEE’ , owned by English scooter-nut Paul and his wife Tracy and is already building a reputation for excellent coffee, teas, paninis and sandwiches, also with freshly-baked homemade cakes and pastries. The retro cafe is stylish, light and bright with Mod pictures and memorabilia everywhere featuring The Who, Small Faces et al. Paul’s wonderful gleaming-white English Vespa PX 200 (see picture) sits in pride of place inside the front of the cafe. We at ‘SCOOTS’ were due to meet up there that Sunday morning as above, but a very successful Saturday evening the previous night had meant a late cafe opening that missed we ‘early-birds’! No problem - maybe next time, Paul?

Why don’t you give Mod About Coffee a try - its a lovely and friendly atmosphere there.

PS – the apology? Some people complained I wrote too much about scooters, but I haven’t for a few months, so there...sorry, but as you can see – I’m badly affected...


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Question Time used to be my favourite program until it suffered a severe dumbing down about four years ago when it became something like John Craven’s Question Time. The recent airing from Stockton-on-Tees was like going back to the good old days. Three of the panel were Caroline Flint whom I love to hate, Nicola Sturgeon whom I hate and the wonderful Lord Michael Heseltine. The other two panellists were irrelevant, one day later and I can’t even remember their faces or names. Sturgeon began in her usual smug manner, her smirk suggesting that she believes she could be the next queen of England. Caroline Flint, a Blair Babe although that may be hard to believe, the Babe bit that is, smiling in a Wicked Witch style and Heseltine the Master of all simply waiting like a patient angler.

It didn’t take too long before the bait had been taken. This is not a great time to have the demolition of Trident as one of your major policies and as Ms Smarmy tried to convince the audience that Putin and any other warmonger would be best fought armed with buckets and spades Heseltine peered ominously like a praying mantis before launching into a speech that climaxed with the words “Anyone with any sense of history can see that to leave France as the only nuclear power in Europe would be a reckless piece of irresponsibility”. The brilliance of the man wasn’t that he merely swatted away the SNP as unfit for purpose but calmly slotted in a slur on the French. What an incredible piece of bad luck that Margaret Thatcher was around at Heseltine’s peak as he would have made an outstanding Prime Minister.

The Question Time audience seems to have gone through a dumbing down in parallel with the program as one member

asked “What is the point of having Trident when we are never going to use it?” to which Lord Heseltine replied that the whole point of having Trident was that we were never going to use it. “Well, Duh” would have been the icing on the cake.

Two female 15 yr olds and a 16yr old have reportedly left East London to join the Islamic State in Syria. The lure of Sharia Law, being abused by Jihadists and living life like animals has proven too great for these “straight A” students. I have almost no concern for them and, without an iota of respect for their parents; I wish they had gone too. The biggest issue here is that the UK seems to be sleeping through terrorism. These three teenage girls, most probably dressed in burkas or similar attire have made their way to Gatwick Airport and got on a flight to Turkey with Turkish Airlines which is the well worn route for would be Jihadists to gain entry to Syria without anyone paying any attention. Turkish Airlines have declined to comment, the Metropolitan Police have issued an urgent appeal asking anyone to come forward who might have seen the girls after they left Gatwick Airport, and presumably they mean anyone who sat next to them on the flight. However, first prize in the fiddling whilst Rome burns competition goes to Commander Richard Walton of the counter-terrorism command who said “we hadn’t been notified by anyone, had we have been notified we would probably have intervened”

It all sounds quite humorous until you throw in the fact that the three girls were spoken to by the Metropolitan Police two months ago, in fact they were interviewed by detectives after one of their classmates left for the warzone! I couldn’t make it up.


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We all enjoy living in our adopted country and many of us integrate with our Spanish hosts by joining in with local fiestas and processions. Maybe even getting invites to Spanish family occasions such as birthdays and weddings.

When the invitation to go to a Burns Night Supper arranged jointly by British and Spanish, it seemed too good an opportunity to miss – after all how often can you eat haggis in Spain.

So I joined around 80 people of mixed nationalities for a traditional Burns night in a local hotel in El Campello. Having parked the car the sound of the bagpipes greeted us as we walked up towards the venue.

A photo call was taking place with the Alicante newspaper Informacion in attendance as we gathered with many Scots in traditional dress and others sporting some tartan in their attire.The organisers had worked hard to decorate the dining room and provide informative handouts explaining more about their beloved dead poet – Robbie Burns. During his short life, he could not have wasted a minute producing many poems, songs and 12 children from four different women. Obviously a popular lad!

Official proceedings commenced with a warm welcome in both English and Spanish – helping integration and understanding for everyone.

Having finished our starter of soup we eagerly awaited the entrance of the famous haggis as the wine flowed and bottles of whisky appeared on every table. The Selkirk Grace was given in keeping with the time-honoured traditional Burns night celebration. This, by the way, is held on the anniversary of his birthday 25th January. However, we had opted for the Saturday night and so we were a day early.

The big moment arrived and a piper led in the Spanish chef proudly carrying his creation on a large

tray. We all stood and applauded as cameras flashed to record the historic moment.

I had heard some rumours of the Spanish a little concerned that the haggis might not be to their liking so we reassured them it was very similar to their morcilla. On this understanding, they appeared happy to sample the dish accompanied, of course, by tatties, neeps and whisky.

Following the address to the haggis, we eagerly dived in and most seemed to enjoy their supper as the party atmosphere increased and the whisky flowed.

Following toasts and a delightful solo singing of traditional Scottish songs tables were cleared and the dancing began. The Spanish, possibly initially bemused by the dancing routines of reels, threw themselves in and soon were twirling and whirling along with the kilts and all.

Robert Burns (25 January 1759 – 21 July 1796) may have only lived a

short life but he is widely regarded as the national poet of Scotland and is famous worldwide. He is the best known of Scottish poets who have written in the Scots language, but he also produced work in English helping to increase his popularity.

He angered his traditional father, a farmer, by learning to dance and joining the masons. His inspiration to write poetry came from many sources including nature and his love of women.

He developed radical political views concerning international issues leading to his notoriety far around the world including USA and Russia. Burns became the `people’s poet´ of Russia. In Imperial Russia, the works of Burns were translated into Russian and became a source of inspiration for the ordinary, oppressed people. He remains popular in Russia today.During the course of the evening I learnt a lot more about the man and the fact he wrote Auld Lang Syne but then again what would a southern Sassenach (like me) know. Burns clubs have been established around the world so Burns Suppers are a truly international celebration.

The clock rolled on and as energy started to wane, the proceedings came to a close so it was time for Old Lang Syne. We gave a rousing performance then smiling people said good night to their new found friends and promised to do it all again next year. Maybe Mercadona will have to start selling haggis – vamos a ver!

However, the real winner was integration. In a world fraught with political opposition and violence, it was reassuring to see so many people coming together to enjoy and share another culture. Well done Robbie Burns (and the hardworking organisers) doubtless he would have been chatting up the Spanish lassies. A man after my own heart.

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“Rules are there to be broken.” As far as our daily eating habits (or call it ‘diet’) are concerned this is certainly true. Doing the same thing day in, day out creates monotony and boredom. It’s like doing a job where nothing ever changes and you perform the same steps every day, every week, every year. Routine is a good thing. Spiced up with the occasional excitement it’s even better.

The same is true for our body, our metabolism. It is great to have a regular eating pattern and to ensure a healthy diet. But every now and then our body needs a challenge, a kick. Something that is exciting, new, out of the ordinary.

Cheat days break your diet rules. Allow yourself days where you eat whatever you want, pies, steaks, cream cakes, ice cream, French fries – anything goes. Cheat days get our body all excited, our metabolism works overtime. And we are left with an overall feeling of satisfaction and reward. Rob and I always have a cheat day in a week. We’re invited to a friend’s house or we have guests for dinner, or I cook a three-course-meal just for the two of us, trying out new recipes or a new restaurant. Cheat days are indulgence without guilt.

What about weight gain? Of course, you might find yourself a pound or two heavier the next day. But that’s in the main food that needs to be digested and water retention. For real weight gain consider that it takes an excess of 3.500 calories (above and beyond the calories you burn) to create 1 pound of body fat. So, don’t beat yourself up over the kind of ‘weight gain’ after a cheat day. Just go back to your usual routine (my suggestion, as you know: 4 times a day, 400 calories per meal, every 4 hours). You’ll lose that extra pound in a day or two.

And you’ve done yourself a lot of good. You had a lovely time, great food, you feel satisfied and happy and, what’s more, you don’t feel guilty. And your metabolism got the kick and excitement it needed from the usual day-to-day routine. So, cheat away!

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Some challenges in life we forget so easily, simply because everybody does it! Driving being the obvious analogy.

Learning to fly is a different, the process remains at the front of your mind forever, simply because it IS different…but not difficult, like driving, most people could do it providing they accept the commitment and apply themselves accordingly.

The first part of the course is centred around controlling the aircraft, ie making the pointy end go where you want!! This is fairly intuitive as we apply skills we already know….left stick turns left, pull to pitch up, push to pitch down etc…it’s as you know life and you’ll be taking off, climbing out, and flying around in complete control within 3 or 4 hours training.

After this we concentrate on flying the aircraft in ways that it shouldn’t be flown…pitch too high, airspeeds too low, stalled wings etc. This is to familiarize you with how the aircraft feels and performs under these conditions, and how to recover to normal flight. It’s fairly simple and takes about 2 hours training. Then, it’s into the circuit!

The circuit is endless takeoffs and landings, and by far the most frustrating part of the course. If you watch somebody land, and they explain it to you it seems so logical and simple….until you try!!

As terrestrial animals we are lousy at depth perception, when do we need it? But on landing it’s essential, and a hard skill to acquire. There are many tricks that your mind will play on you as you approach the runway….sitting it the pilot’s (left) seat you will be absolutely convinced that you are flying off the right hand side of the runway and correct with left rudder….I will be instructing to apply RIGHT rudder

because you are actually flying off to the left… your brain won’t believe the opposite of a lifetime’s experience so you won’t obey….I’ll take over and around we go again!! ‘Training out’ this illusion is hard, but nonetheless most people have cracked it within fifteen hours of the course…It’s at this point that I let them loose with my plane for the coveted first solo flight…. It’s at this point you can call yourself a pilot, and now the course becomes FUN!!!! Now that you can fly we learn to do it better, safer, faster. We go places as you learn navigation…we glide across fields at heights of just 10 feet as we learn how to manage engine failures…we feel the exhilaration of pulling 2 g’s in steep bank turns, losing massive amounts of height in seconds with opposite stick and rudder, flying the aircraft safely with half the flight controls inoperative….With your new found skills it’s not hard…..and you’ll have the time of your life!!

After this…a test with an independent (English) examiner and the pilot’s licence is yours!!

My youngest student was 17, my eldest 73. For the record, none of my students have ever failed!

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An intimate relationship gives you great pleasure. It’s a tremendous relief to let down your defences with a sympathetic romantic partner. Sneaking off to a private hideaway will feel delicious. You’re tired of being at everyone’s beck and call. Although it’s nice to be needed, there is a limit to your patience. You sometimes wonder if anyone is capable of carrying out their duties alone. Cultivating a greater measure of self reliance should be your next task. Create a plan of action.

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You’ll be very busy at home. It may be necessary to take time off work to attend some family responsibilities. Helping a relative transition to a new living situation or making room for a new member of your household will be time consuming. Try not to push yourself too hard. Slow and steady wins the race. If you receive money from a legal settlement, put it in a savings account. This will give you a greater measure of freedom in your personal and professional lives.

Working behind the scenes for a fundraiser will be rewarding. It will be a relief to escape the public eye. Normally, you enjoy having an audience. All this attention can drain your emotional resources. Take this opportunity to recharge your batteries. Focusing on a worthy cause will remind you how noble the human race can be. Many people are coming together to make the world a better place. You’re one of a crowd. Remember this the next time you hear a troubling crime report.

You’ll have to stand up to someone who has been steamrolling over your emotions. You’re tired of turning the other cheek. There is only so much you abuse you can take. By defending your honour, you’ll earn the respect of both peers and superiors. Don’t be surprised when a large group rallies behind you. You may not realise it, but many people have witnessed your struggles. Their sympathy will bolster your courage and make it easier to face an intimidating opponent.

It’s time to tackle a task you’ve been dreading. Summon your courage and get to work. Dealing with a combative relative or neighbour will be trying, but you can’t let them get their way. Make it clear you won’t tolerate their bad behaviour. If you have to call the authorities, so be it. This pest must be put in their place. Lean on your best friend or romantic partner for support. Their words of encouragement will bolster your confidence.

Joining a sports team or exercise group will be a welcome outlet for your frustrations. Even a gentle stretching session can have tremendous benefits. You’re an ambitious person who is constantly making plans. Moving your body will be a welcome counterbalance to all the brain work you perform. Good news about a personal matter causes you to breathe a sigh of relief. Instead of calling you to task for a mistake, an influential person will take a compassionate approach.

It’s important to find treatment for stress. Whether this means going to a counsellor, practicing relaxation techniques or avoiding toxic situations is immaterial. The important thing is to guard your health. You’ve always had a tendency to overanalyse things. Learning to go with the flow will be liberating. The next time you catch yourself entertaining a ‘what if’ scenario, stop. Bring your attention to the present moment. Your muscles will relax and it will be easier to breathe deeply.

Taking charge of your financial future will be scary but empowering. Find out how much money you owe and formulate a plan to pay these bills by a certain deadline. Assuming a focused approach to debt is the best way to eliminate it. You will have to forgo certain luxuries for this period, but the sacrifice will be worth it. Fortunately, a lucrative job is on the way. If you do well with this assignment, you’ll attract more clients. Soon, this could become a fully fledged business.

You handle career stress beautifully. When faced with anger and hostility, you remain calm. Instead of getting drawn into a heated argument, you remain still and listen to the complaints. Then, after tempers cool, you work to find a solution. It may take time to resolve the situation, but you will be successful. This measured response will earn you a raise, promotion or both. Put this extra money into a holiday fund. You’ll enjoy visiting a spiritual site that’s always intrigued you.

Organising a big party can be fun, as long as you don’t fall victim to stress. Remember your mission is to create a festive atmosphere. That can’t happen if you’re brimming with anxiety. If anything goes wrong, shrug your shoulders and laugh. You can always order pizza if the refreshments are spoiled. People can sit on the floor if there aren’t enough chairs. Setbacks will be unlikely. Your attention to detail will practically ensure that everything will go off without a hitch.

You’re ready to fight for your rights. Don’t let anyone try to block your path. Knowing the rules will put you in a position of strength. Ask to talk to the person in charge if an underling tries to stop you. It won’t be necessary to be nasty, but you should be firm. Do not take ‘no’ for an answer. Gaining access to an archive will help you uncover important information. It’s time to go public with documents that have been kept secret for years.

You’ll be put in unfamiliar surroundings. This requires you to stay on your toes. You can’t take anything for granted with new people. Someone who enjoys teasing you will throw you for a loop. Try not to take offense at their jokes. There’s a good chance this clown is just trying to get your attention. In time, you could become good friends. Right now, you must stay focused on learning as much as you can about your environment. Ask lots of questions.

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On Wednesday 4th February, the Royal British Legion in Spain, Pinoso Branch held a Quiz and supper at T de Tapas raising 99 Euros.The next Quiz is19:30 on Wednesday 8th April at the same venue. Special thanks to Question Master Ailsa Collie and Paul at T de Tapas.

A Valentine Dinner Dance was held on Saturday 14th February at Meson Tonet Restaurant in Pinoso. Members and Guests enjoyed dinner and entertainment provided by Dave Stanley. Special thanks to Janice Rawlings for organising another sucessful event. The Pinoso branch of the Royal British Legion in Spain has a full programme of social events throughout the year. Please remember, you do not have to be an ex Member of the Armed Forces to join. Meet people, make new friends and raise money to help the armed forces of yesterday, today and tomorrow.

N.B. Monthly meetings held on the last Tuesday of each month at Meson Tonet restaurant in Pinoso. For more

details, please contact: Branch Secretary Email: [email protected] Tel: (0034) 660344269

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RATS - Jack and the Beanstalk - Casa de Cultura, La Romana. (23th & 24th January 2015)

A very successful professional pantomime producer in the UK once told me there is a simple measure of success… are the children running around the auditorium, or are they spellbound in their seats? RATS Jack and the Beanstalk kept them spellbound in their seats throughout, by delivering a traditional panto with pace, energy and a well-told story.

Vonni Hawes script (and direction) was tight, funny and included some great panto gags, especially the Tiddly Tree gag, which gave Jim (young Liam Clark) an opportunity to shine. The second act ghost chase sequence, where poor Jack (Lesley Cartwright) and Jill (Marilyn Cartledge) were spirited away, leaving Mother Hubbard (the excellent Jeff Cartwright) in a Benny Hill chase by an assortment of ghouls was also inspired.

The audience enjoyed lots of participation, and Vera (Jackie Graham) had great fun with this when she came into the auditorium with saucy comments for the adults, and lollipops for the children.

A couple of clean, and simple sets made the most of the stage for the actors, and the changes were smooth throughout. As the slow-closing curtain at the Casa de Cultura ended the panto on Monty Python’s ‘Always look on the bright side of life’ the brilliant Daisy the Cow enjoyed a lovely Warner Brothers cartoon moment as she poked her head through “Th-th-th-that’s all folks!”.Great fun!

On Saturday 31st January, Nigel Hopkins and all of his singers and musicians put on a truly wonderful evenings performance of Music of the Night. Afterwards the Samaritans in Spain undertook a bucket shake to raise funds. The audience was extremely generous on the night raising an amazing 565 Euros. Then Nigel himself donated enough to take the amount to an incredible 650 Euros. I would like to offer my thanks, and the thanks of all our volunteers and indeed our callers for this generosity. I would also like to offer my sincere gratitude to all of Nigel’s singers, musicians and other helpers for a wonderful evening’s entertainment. And I mustn’t forget the staff and management of The Orihuela Costa Resort for their time making us comfortable and refreshed. Thank you to you all.

Chris SumterPresidentSamaritans in Spain


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Not content with winning the Gold Section with 33 points, Graham also drew out his own number to win the Greenfee Refund Draw for the second month in succession! Evergreen Bernard Cox won Silver on countback from George Kahn as fellow Dutchman Marius Damen won the February Stableford and Bronze Section with 34 points.

Rain threatened to put a dampener on proceedings at Alenda as forty golfers gathered at Alenda to tee off from the 1st and 10th Tees at around 9.30 am. It did rain as members drove in from all directions but, thankfully, it stayed away for the rest of the day. Nonetheless, it was a tad chilly and a fresh breeze ensured the players were grateful for their thermals!

Bob Nash, Barry Gannaway, Ken Knight and Jan Hendriks, who beat John Wilkinson on the final hole, progressed to the next round of the Matchplay Knockout Trophy.

Before making the presentations Captain Steve Munn welcomed guest Richard Bailey and thanked the members for another healthy turnout. He reminded members that scorecards must be signed by the player and the marker and should be completed on the course and not in the bar. Steve congratulated the winners and remarked that he had been told by some members; as he hadn’t spent much time on the fairways himself, that the Alenda course, especially the fairways, was in excellent condition!

Graham Palmer, the Events Organiser urged members intending to support the Golf Break to Los Alcazares in June to let him know as hotel rooms are to be confirmed soon. He also mentioned that the Away Day to Albacete in May had approximately 30 names on the list. Members who wish to go to Albacete should let Graham know as soon as possible.

GRAHAM PALMER SWEEPS THE BOARD AT ALENDA GOLF.

HONDON VALLEY GOLF SOCIETY

HVGS WINNERS – ALENDA GOLF – Tuesday 10th February 2015

MEMBER

Graham PALMER

John AINSCOUGH

Bernard COX

George KAHN

Marius DAMEN

Bob NASH

Steve INGERSON

Malcolm ROBINS

Jan HENDRIKS

Richard BELL

Richard BAILEY

Bob CLARKE

Jan HENDRIKS

Graham PALMER

Bill YUILL

CATEGORY

Gold Winner

Gold Runner Up

Silver Winner

Silver Runner Up

Bronze Winner

Bronze Runner Up

Nearest the Pin

Nearest the Pin

Nearest the Pin

Nearest the Pin

Nearest the Pin in 3

Two on the card

Two on the card

Green Fee Refund

Football Scratchcard

H’CAP POINTS

11 33

6 32

21 30c/b

22 30

28 34

24 31

Hole 3

Hole 5

Hole 13

Hole 16

Hole 12

€40.00

Man Utd

For information on how to join HVGS contact the Secretary, David Fellows, on 965978104 and 649552730 or email [email protected] . To

reserve your place on the list for the Society Golf Days contact the Captain, Steve Munn, on 634326853 or e-mail him at [email protected]

Forthcoming HVGS Golf Days and Other Events

Tuesday 10th March - Bonalba

Meet in the Clubhouse at 08.45 am. Shotgun Start 09.36 am

Tuesday 14th April - Font Del Llop,

Meet in the Clubhouse at 08.45 am. 1st and 10th

Tuesday 8th May - Alicante

Meet in the Clubhouse at 08.45 am1st and 10th

Tuesday 26th May - Albacete

HVGS Away Day 1st Tee 10.30 am

Tuesday 9th June - Alenda

Meet in the Clubhouse at 08.45 am1st and 10th

Mon 15th – Thu 18th June - Hotel Costa Narejos - HVGS Golf Break


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Campo Golf Society for the 30th of January

This was our second time at Las Colinas, and I must say it gets better every time we play there. You have to play the course two or three times to be able to get a score any were near the 30 points, as you will be able to tell when I put up the winning scores on the gold section. The weather was great just like a summers day with a temperature in the 20s but there was one person who was a bit loud but I will not give you his name but I had to give him some golf balls to keep him quiet but all in good fun. We had 26 players on the day with some players from Hondon Valley who are always welcome, so if any of those players would like to play with us again, we are playing the course again in July.. If anyone would like to play in our three days at La Manga in June just give me a ring but I do need to know early as possible.

Winners at Las Colinas on the 30th of January

Gold Winner was Richard Bailey with 34 pointsGold runner up was Brian Johnson with 26 points

Silver winner was Jan Ten Wolde with 29 pointsN/P on the 5th was Mariette Ten Wolde

N/P on the10th was David FellowsN/P on the 17th was Jan Ten Wolde

Best guest player was Steve Ingerson with 32 pointsThe only 2 on the card was Richard Bailey

The next meeting is on the 20th March at Bonalba 1st tee 10 16.

Regards to all our members Brian. Mob phone 618 834 774

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Members of the Ex Services Assocation presenting a cheque for 1000 euros to the Luz and Vida a chari-

ty for the disabled children of Onil and Castalla

Held at the Bar el Parque Onil on the 31st January Thanks Malcolm and Tracey for a great buffet

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If you have an item for sale over 500 euros or if you have a commercial advert and would like them listed in the Classifieds section of the magazine, then call 606 891 644. Closing date for Classifieds in the magazine is the 19th of the month.

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For Sale, 1 large deep single mattress 10 euros,1 single base 1 large deep single mattress 20 euros 1 metal shelving unit comes apart 10 euros, Gran Alicant Tel 622 041 083

Aviary (metal) for sale. Octagonal 1.5m x 1.5m wide x 2.0m high. Price 100 euros. Phone Lillian 965 708 823. Email [email protected]. (Torrevieja, Nr. Centre).

For Sale Nearly New and Hardly Used and Grandaughter has grown out of them Fisher Price Lion Walker 20 euros, Fisher Price Kick & Play Piano Gym 25 euros and Fisher Price Newborn to Toddler Portable Rocker 30 euros. Dolores 671 516 854. Automatic double gate opener kit ,4 remotes, instructions 50€ (San Fulgencio) 690 772 178

Hydraulic log splitter 2 yrs old gwo, €100. Ambifuego insert gas fire, 65cm x 49cm, coal effect, 5,5kw. Castalla 617 632 094.

Yamaha PSR-640 Portable keyboard. Excellent condition, stand, sustain pedal, cover. 61 full size keys, stereo. Floppy discs (for Karaoke - (LCD displays lyrics). 150€ Martyn 965 369 613

For Sale, Travel cot hardly used plus extra bits and pieces for sale 20 euros phone Mary 966 795 928 La Marina

Polti Vaporetto steam cleaner, cleans all surfaces an areas. Complete with full set of attachments and instructions v.g.c 60€ o.n.o. Villa Martin area 679 12 0649

For Sale, cast iron multi burner estufe with built in boiler, heats up to eight radiators.490e unused for more information ring Stevs 650 464 166 (Monovar)

Two Wasgij puzzles brand new, unopened, great gift. Destiny no. 14 ‘How times have changed’ and Mystery no. 9 ‘The great train Robbery. 16 euros the pair. If purchased, offer of another Wasgij, done once and complete - free. Tel: 965 488 288 Albatera

Ladies and Gents mountain bikes both as new €75.00 each Tel 678 937 406 Fortuna area

Pine wardrobe, chest of draws,2 single beds, bed side cupboard 160 euros Pinoso 686 456 0520

Golf Clubs “Halley Pinmaster”. 8 clubs, plus wedge and putter, in a bag with 28 golf balls included. 85 euros. Hondon area. 679 597 168

Kitchen extractor fan: Model S&P CK50. 25 Euro Tel 698 436 886 Abanilla, Murcia

Chain Saw - Black & Decker 40cm electric chain saw in perfect working order. 60 Euros. Paint Sprayer - Electric paint sprayer, unused in box. 20Euros. Wall Mirror - Wood framed mirror 83cm by 58cm in perfect condition. 20 Euros Aspe area Tel: 651 572 942Replica single action Army Colt 45 by ‘KOLSER’. All moving parts. Mint in original box. 6 dummy bullets. Does not fire blanks. Current price about €75. Selling for €45. Pinoso 617 787 191

Single fold up bed, thick mattress, metal frame on wheels 30 euros. Urb.La Marina Tel 651 812 515

Golf clubs full set john letters maters model €80,internal doors x2 still wrapped light teak €80,mountain bike ladies raleigh max 15 gears €60.Generator Honda pramac p x2500 petrol brand new €220 Tibi area 677 822 963

Electric hob, “Diplomat”, 4 rings. Ceramic with chamfered edges. W59cms x D52cms. Excellent, as new condition. See website for photos. Cost £239 (€300). Sell for €99 o.v.n.o. Pinoso 617 787 191

WOOD/LOG BURNER FOR SALE, 74cm High x 66cm Wide, 38cm Deep, Top opening for flu. Door 30cm high x 40cm deep Opening at bottom for a few logs Fortuna - 150 Euros 695 053 224

For Sale,Norton Clipper 180mm Wet & Dry Diamond Tile & Ceramic Circular Table Saw.240v,45 Degree Mitre & Tilt,in C/Case.€50.00.Buyer to collect.Pinoso Area Tel.966 187 743.

MIRROR - Bevelled, Frame Gold & Gray ,Size 58cm x 81cm Quite heavy. Fortuna - 50 Euros 695 05 32 24

EUROTOOL diesel generator HND7500CL-E. 7.5kVA, 6kW, 2 & 3 phase, 230V supply (2 sockets) 3000 rpm. Key ignition. Easily moved with trolley wheels. Owned from new with only 50 hours use. €1250 ono. Tel 679231412 Ibi/Tibi area.

Sony DAV-F200 DVD?TV Home Entertainment Sound Theatre System, Excellent Condition, little used...125€, Philips Saeco ‘Poemia’ Espresso Coffee Machine, top of the range – still boxed - cost 160€ will accept 80€ sold with supply of ‘Blue Mountain’ coffee. BBQ...Charcoal, W 70cm, D 42cm, H 30cm, Flat bed type [ free standing on a base, or can be built in ] Easy clean removable


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Peak Transport, Vince Webster Large Van Uk-Spain-Uk, Monthly runs, competitive quotes, reliable, friendly service. Telephone 690 818 090 and Uk mobile

0750 492 7034 email: spain2ukpeaktrans

@yahoo.co.uk

CASH CASH

CASHINSTANT CASH WAITING

Cars Vans M/Bikes Quads etc.

MOTOR VEHICLES SCRAPPED ALL LEGAL PAPERWORK

ISSUEDCOLLECTION SERVICE

Tel Phil (Fortuna)607 848 332

ash tray, 3 cooking heights, c/w cooing racks, little used...50€ Telephone 695 738 138 – Pinoso area.

Indespension Van Trailer Large 15.5 cubic capacity, 3.5 ton, full ramp door, twin axle, excellent condition inside and out. For More details Ian 611 229 485 3400 Euro

SERVICES

Qualified carer available for personal one to one care Tel Barbara 675 874 665

VEHICLES

2nd hand cars bought and sold Tel 691 260 502

WANTED

1 Ladies Bike and 1 Gents bike. Please telephone 663564364 Castalla

Wanted chest or stand up freezer also multi gym Tel 688 805 958

WANTED BLUE AND GOLD MACAW (HEN)BIRD. WANTED AFRICAN GREY PARROT (HEN) BIRD. CALL PINOSO 966 966 072 OR 633 386 752

Is there a reflexologist and a palmist in the Hondons area tel 639 564 242

Wanted Green house or poly tunnel. Phone Pinoso 966 966 072 or 633 386 752

CLUBS/MEETINGS

MANIPURA YOGA CASTALLA - Classes in Yoga and Pilates Wednesday and Friday Mornings 10.00am - Tai-Chi Thursdays at 10.00am and Classes in Kundalini Yoga Monday and Wednesday Evenings at 19.30 .All Classes in English and Spanish. We are situated in the Castalla countryside, for more information and location Tel 607 754 009 [email protected]

Photography Club” Are you interested in taking photo’s, then come along to a new Photography Club Every 3rd. Wednesday evening of the month at Castalla International. This is open to all photographers no matter what skills you have

or what make or type of camera. If you are interested ring Brian on 617 156 960 or 666 136 611

BADMINT0N AT PILAR DE LA HORADADA Mon, Tues, Wed and Thurs. 10-1pm. For information ring John McGilvray on 966 786 774 or Mobiles 634 658 506/695 871 707 or e [email protected]

A group of us meet every Thursday at the Sunset Cafe on the n332 in Cabo Roig for ride-outs. We are multi-national, and all makes of motorcycle are welcome. for more info contact Rob on [email protected]

EVENTS

PARTY YOURSELF INTO SHAPE THIS NEW YEAR!! Ditch the Workout, Join the Party!! Zumba Fitness Classes with Licensed Zumba Instructor in Pinoso, Fortuna, the Hondons. For details contact Donna 966 195 876 / 699 408 773 www.zumbaiberia.com

MOVE AT YOUR OWN PACE - ZUMBA GOLD Mon/Wed 09.30 Castalla Internacional. PARTY YOURSELF INTO SHAPE - ZUMBA FITNESS Tue/Thu 09.15 Villena with licenced instructor JUDITH 603 438 384

NEED HELP TO LOSE WEIGHT THIS NEW YEAR? Weight Management Classes with Judith. Castalla Internacional Mondays 10.45 Call 603 438 384

PETS

FOR SALE, BUDGIES, CRIMSON ROSELLA PARAKEETS, ROCK PEBLER PASRAKEETS, MONK PARAKEETS(QUAKERS). CALL PINOSO 966 966 072 OR 633 386 752

If you have a pet to sell or re-home email [email protected] and we will place your ad for you. Remember the deadline is the 19th of each month. Why not give it a try?

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES

We are English Company specializing in traditional furniture, due to increased interest from the European market; we are now looking for established traders in Spain and Europe to supply/sell our products. If you feel that your company can help expand our market place please contact Lucy Myers at [email protected]

CHARITIES

The Samaritans cover the whole of Spain and operate 24/7. We also have a drop off centre and charity shop at Punta Prima off N332 24 hour Helpline 902 88 35 35 or email [email protected]

PROPERTY RENTALS

House to rent, center of Salinas, 3 beds, furnished, small outside space, short term or long term, 200 euros per month ex bills. Tel 0044 1924 865 668 or 0044 7583 100 143 email [email protected]

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NEW PROPERTIES URGENTLY REQUIRED IN THE SAX/SALINAS/

PINOSO/VILLENA AREAS. FABFINCAS IS

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Contact Steve or Claire on 965 474 314 / 675 218 436 or

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For long term rent, 3 bed fully furnished period property, recently refurbished, small fenced garden, more land available, quiet country location, short distance from village La Font de la Figuera, 70 euros per week, INCLUDING water, electric and council tax. 963 146 701, workshop/ garage/store available.

EMPLOYMENT

PROPERTY SALES

WEBSITE ADVERTS

I am looking for foals or horses under the age of 15 that are in working conditions (for the classes with children) i do not mind if they are not trained but i would prefer that they were. There are so many horses that are in very good condition that end up in the slaughter house and its heart breaking so if you are someone who can no longer carefor your beloved horse and are looking for a good home for your horse please contact me. Onil 654 361 494

We are looking for someone who has video production and filming experience to assist us on doing commercials in the region. If you have your own cameras and equipment that is great. Otherwise we can rent it. The commercials will be 30 seconds long and we will do 9 of them. Julia. [email protected]

Electric hob, “Diplomat”, 4 rings. Ceramic with chamfered edges. W59cms x D52cms. Excellent, as new condition. Cost £239 (€300). Sell for €99 o.v.n.o. Pinoso 617 787 191.

I am looking for double glazed windows and a door either new or used as I want to build an add on to my patio also a small wood vburning stove. I am in the Busot area please either either e mail me or text me your number and I will ring you back,Ray Massey 0044 7462 109 421

Electric Cement Mixer. Well used but in good working condition.Telephone 663 564 364 (Castalla)

place your items on our classifieds section: www.timspain.com

Classified items email: [email protected] Don’t wait, do it today


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Sax - Ref: ff0597

Renovated town house3 beds, 2 baths

Ready to move into115m2 roof terrace/garden

Now only 54,995 euros

Salinas - Ref: ff0609

Large village house4 beds, 1 bath

Lots of outside spaceGarage

Reduced - now 77,000 euros

Castalla - Ref: ff0757

Pretty country house3D beds, 1 bathSwimming poolLovely gardens

Only 139,995 euros

Castalla - Ref: ff0747

Renovated country house3 beds, 2 bathsSwimming pool

Lovely views

Only 189,995 euros

Petrer - Ref: ff0776

Renovated country house4 beds, 2 baths

Pool, BBQ, Outside kitchenGarage/workshop

Only 148,000 euros

Pinoso - Ref: ff0764

Villa with vineyard3 beds, 2 baths

Heated swimming poolBeautiful views


Sax - Ref: ff0715

Villa in parkland4 beds, 2 baths

only 3kms to townSwimming pool


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Onil - Ref: ff0592

Huge cortijo with courtyardPart renovated

New roof and floors900m2 in size

Massive reduction - now 79,000 euros

Villa with roof terrace3 beds, 3 bathsSwimming pool

Manageable plot of 906m2

Reduced to 134,995 euros

Finca Tirol

Apartado de Correos 3, 03630. Sax. Alicante

Lovely renovated house3 beds, 2 bathsConservatory

Swimming pool

Great price - 175,000 euros

Caudete - Ref: ff0774

Salinas - Ref: ff0708

Large 1st floor apartment4 beds, 2 baths

Balcony2 minute walk to shops


Beautifully presented villa4 beds, 2 bathsConservatory

Storeroom & BBQ


Sax - Ref: ff0565Massive renovated cortijo, 3 separate self contained

apartments. Total 6 beds, 5 baths, Huge barn for further reform

Fantastic price - 495,000euros

Villena - Ref: ff0775

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Sax - Ref: ff0614

Renovated finca2 beds, 1 bath3,500m2 land

Pool and workshop

Great price - 94,945 euros

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