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Hello from all of us here at Modern Magazines! Well, we ventured out to the theatre this month and had a fantastic evening. You can read all about it inside. We are certainly not out of the woods yet, but if we stop listening to all the bad news and concentrate on what we can do and move forward together, taking ourselves off if we feel under the weather at all, then I believe we will get through quicker. For our local trades and services, they are here for you. Please use your local magazine to contact them and ask for help and advice and book them in to do all those Advertise with us all-important jobs in the house, the garden and to assist you wherever they can. I love Take your business to new heights to hear you are calling them and using with our affordable advertising their professional services. We link you, packages! Supply your own artwork or the resident, to good local businesses. use our in-house design and brand In addition to that we help promote expert. To chat to Debbie or the sales neighbourhood clubs and societies. Many of team, give us a call: these are meeting up again which is exciting. 01929 408080 We hope you are able to get out and about, meet new friends and support these local FIND US ON SOCIAL MEDIA groups. If you know of a club which needs ‘shouting about’ then please let me know! The children are going back to school again enquiries@modernmagazines.co.uk and hopefully will have a less interrupted year. We wish them all a successful and Copy deadline for October edition: enjoyable time with friends. May they learn 13th September 2021 not only from the teachers in the classroom, DISCLAIMER: Whilst every care has been taken but from each other too. to ensure that data in this publication is If there is anything you would like to add to accurate, the publisher cannot accept any your local magazine, do let me know. I love liability to any party to loss or damage caused to hear from you. by errors or omissions resulting from negligence, accident or any other cause. The Best Wishes, Swanage Oracle does not officially endorse any advertising material included within the publication. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in ant retrieval systems or transmitted in any form, without prior permission of the publisher.

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From ballerina to racing driver - Emilia is waving the flag for Julia’s House! male-dominated environment. But more and more females are joining the racing world, which is fantastic!” She swapped ballet for motor racing when she was 16 years old, and now Emilia Vincent is waving the flag for Julia’s House Children’s Hospice in the car she helped to build. The former Poole High School student is racing in the Castle Combe Hot Hatch Challenge Series this year. Emilia spent two years building the car along with her fellow student team for her degree in Motor Sport Engineering at Wiltshire College and University Centre, and was later chosen as one of the team’s racing driver. The 24-year-old hopes to raise awareness for Julia’s House with her fast-paced hobby and will be displaying the charity’s logo on her car in every race. Emilia says, “I want to help the charity and the families that are struggling in any way I can, so I’m racing for Julia’s House and I hope that spectators will acknowledge the logo on the car and want to find out more and make a donation, or do some fundraising themselves.”

Claudia Hickin, Fundraiser for Julia’s House, says, “We were so pleased when Emilia got in touch to ask if she could race for Julia’s House – I don’t think our logo has ever moved so fast! We feel very lucky to have the support of Emilia and her family, and it’s a wonderful way to raise awareness of our care for seriously ill children and their families in Dorset and Wiltshire.” Emilia is competing in the Castle Combe Hot Hatch Challenge Series, with two more races to go this season on 30 August and 18th September. Find out more at The Castle Combe Hot Hatch Challenge Series (ccracingclub.co.uk) Emilia’s racing Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emilia_1 74_/ Find out how you can get involved and support Julia’s House at www.juliashouse.org

Inspired by Formula E team principal, Susie Wolf, Emilia put her ballet shoes away and decided to start karting with her father as her mechanic. “I’ve since made the leap to car racing and I absolutely love it. Younger girls might be put oﬀ seeking a career in motorsport or competing themselves, as it’s seen as 6

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Material World Your guide to sustainable fabrics. The fabrics you should focus your attention on – for clothing, interiors, or anything else – if you want to remain stylish, whilst keeping planet Earth in mind. Recycled Cotton - The big problem with cotton is the amount of water it uses in the production process – around 20,000 litres for a single t-shirt or pair of jeans. Organic cotton still requires this, but at least doesn’t use pesticides, although only 1 in every 100 t-shirts is currently made this way.

clothing choice for those warmer months of the year. Hemp - A fast-growing plant that’s a world away from the old-fashioned idea of the coffee sack-thickness of material many of us associate it with. Instead, hemp fabrics can be used in any type of clothing, with greater strength, durability and insulation than cotton. In addition, it won’t lose its shape.

Recycled cotton solves the problem, with materials broken down then spun back into a yarn, from which new garments are made. Recycled Nylon - From fishing nets to tights, nylon’s appeal is in its incredible durability, and that makes it a great candidate for recycling. Variations such as Econyl are making great strides… literally. However, question marks still remain over the extent to which recycled nylon will shed contaminating fibres. Linen - A luxury fabric that is made from the fibres of the flax plant. Durable, strong, and unlike cotton, doesn’t require huge quantities of water in its production. It’s absorbency and coolness also makes it a great

Bamboo - The world’s fastestgrowing, self-regenerating plant, bamboo is a natural ﬁbre made in China that requires no chemicals or pesticides in its production. It’s also antibacterial, hypoallergenic, and won’t fray or wrinkle. Indeed, League Two side Forest Green Rovers have just produced a shirt made out of bamboo and coffee waste. Eco-spun - A high-quality, dense and durable ﬁbre made from plastic bottles.

One of many polyesters that take in post-industrial and post-consumer waste, this can be used across clothes and furnishings and creates a modern, all-encompassing solution to plastic landfill, and its 700-year decomposition process. Soya - Use of soya in tofu manufacturing may only be recognised in foodstuffs, but fibres are incredibly soft and can mimic the feel of cashmere, making this an interesting choice. The fibres will typically be mixed with organic cotton. Organic Silk - For many, the texture of silk is irresistible, and the organic version of one of the most expensive textiles out there can wrestle matters back into an acceptable eco space. What makes silk organic is that the silkworm isn’t killed. Instead, the tiny silkworms are taken outdoors to a food tree where they spin their cocoons. Silk is extracted by unwinding or spinning the filaments, and the silk moth emerges unharmed.

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1. Which of the following creatures is the odd one out and why: a) Spider, b) Lizard, c) Snake, d) Crocodile?

11. Which dinosaur had three horns on its head?

2. What is the name of the famous puppet created by a woodcarver named Geppetto?

12. Which of the following words describes a deep gorge, often with a river running through it: a) Cliﬀ, b) Canyon, c) Cave? 3. Bangkok is the capital city of which Asian country? 4. Which planet is closest to the Earth?

14. Which classical ballet tells the story of a girl who visits the Land of Sweets on Christmas Eve?

5. How many pairs of segmented legs does a honey bee have?

15. What are the two main ingredients of a Spanish omelette?

6. Which three female artists released a song called 'Don't Call Me Angel' in 2019?

16. What type of gas makes up most of the Earth's atmosphere?

7. Which country has the largest population: a) Canada, b) Mexico, c) The United States? 8. What word, beginning with the letter C, describes a person who directs an orchestra? 9. What type of pet does Joey give to his roommate Chandler in the sitcom Friends? 10. Which country's ﬂag features a crimson red disc on a white rectangular background? 10

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The name’s Bond...but not for much longer As he bids farewell to every actor’s dream role, we look at the legacy Daniel Craig’s James Bond has left behind. To equate his Bond experiment to the process of the average gymgoer, Daniel Craig is showered, moisturised, halfway towards being dressed and grateful for the occasional glimpse in the changing room mirror… one which flashes back reflections that his 007 persona might casually approve of with a muttered, “good job”. Speculation that the actor was saying his farewell to James Bond has been circling for some years, but now, unequivocally, he is done, as the rather clumsily named No Time To Die hits cinemas. As it does, the 53-year-old emerges with a few things – a life-defining imprint on the CV, a multimillion-pound war

chest, and the knowledge that he has influenced a generation of cinemagoers in refining the definition of the modern-day hero. “I’ve always thought the image of a good actor is someone who leaves the big gestures and sweeping statements for when the cameras are rolling,” he begins. “That should really be the beginning and the end of what we expect of our actors. “I don’t want to be the type who puts himself on a pedestal away from that. What right do I have to comment at length on politics or society or the environment? And why should anyone take any notice of me anyway? I’m an actor!” Back on screen, it has been interesting to see how far removed the modern version of Bond is compared to his immediate predecessors Brosnan and Dalton. And while Connery and Moore never strayed into dadbod mode, they represented an era where Bond smoked, drank and

copulated his way through problems. At the heart of what deﬁnes Bond is, according to Daniel Craig, a good yarn, purely and simply. “Just stick to the old adage that a good story goes a long way…. and blow stuff up every few minutes,” he laughs heartily. “That’s how it’s done.” Yet what makes the man himself is something rather more complex. “If you want it too little – a great body, a great ﬁlm role, a beautiful girl – you won’t get it. The same thing will happen if you want something too much - you’ll go too far the other way, burn out, overdo it, get injured. The secret is ensuring you do enough without going overboard, and that takes a little while to work out.” The husband of actress Rachel Weisz has certainly perfected the art of keeping it all in check. “Bond has always managed to combine brute warfare with effervescent charm. I only wish I could be more like him in real life!”

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QUIRKY FACTS by Mica Bale

Have you seen the Grey Mare and Her Colts? Found near Abbotsbury, this impressive Neolithic structure is actually a tomb - a chambered long barrow in nature which was excavated millenia after it was ﬁrst laid around 3400-2400 BC to ﬁnd some human bones as well as some fragments of pottery. Although there are roughly ten such structures along the South Dorset Ridgeway, the history of the Grey Mare and Her Colts is plain to see and is a fantastic landmark from the county’s ancient history.

Parents, grandparents and guardians we salute you! Congratulations on reaching September, having entertained the kids and creating new memories over the summer and accurately appraising school uniform sizes. Now it's September, the eve of autumn, so why not take a well earned coffee break, pick up the magazine and enjoy a delve into the county’s heritage with another five quirky facts? Did you know that at one time Horton Tower, built in 1750 by Lord of Horton manor, Humphrey Sturt, was considered to be the tallest folly in the United Kingdom? Standing at more than forty metres tall, there are various possible reasons why the folly was built however popular belief is that Sturt, a local landowner who sat in the House of Commons, had it PHOTO: ROGER VAUGHAN built when he became too old to ride in the hunt as so could watch the event from the building’s fifth floor.

Were you aware that Henry Rawlinson, the 1st Baron Rawlinson who was renowned for being one the leaders of the tragic Battle of the Somme and whose military career has since been condemned by history, was born in Trent at the Manor? Away from the battleﬁeld where he served as a general, Rawlinson was also an avid watercolour artist who once travelled to France to paint with Winston Churchill. Churchill himself was in awe of his talent and commented that, “The General paints in water colours and does it very well”! 14

In 1803, Easton, on the Isle of Portland witnessed shocking events when the village was attacked by British Navy sailors attempting to take men from the settlement for recruitment. The marines landed on the ﬁrst of April 1803 and press ganged some men however when they came the second day, the villagers were wise of their plans and would not let the men be taken. Tragically, the captain ﬁred his guns, his marines following suit resulting in the death of three local men and the later death of a woman and also caused several injuries. Although tried for murder, the captain and his men were aquitted and yet the villagers actions prevented the men from being taken from Easton.

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Dorset is proud to boast many organic farmers however, did you know that one of the oldest organic farms in the county dates back more than 60 years? Tamarisk Farm, based in West Bexington, was founded by Arthur and Josephine Pearse whose daughter Ellen now runs the farm. Interestingly the farm was largely organic before such titles and grading even existed. Amazingly, the descendants of the shire horses who worked on the farm are now used by the current owners to ride to survey the farm’s 600 acres! ENJOY THIS FEATURE IN EVERY ISSUE!

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Sports Chiropractic in Purbeck Chiropractors have been involved in the treatment of sports people and sportsrelated injuries from the very beginning of the profession. They see patients of all ages and abilities with a range of acute and chronic conditions. Many chiropractors now work in professional and elite sport. Chiropractors spend a long time in their training understanding the biomechanics of the body and many chiropractors go on to complete further post graduate training in sports therapies and sports injury management. Techniques used are carefully selected to each individual and will be adapted to suit each patient. The treatment may include the use of sports massage, Kinesio tape, ultrasound, laser therapy and exercises specific to the injury. New patients tend to visit a chiropractor for crisis care when they have sustained an injury

and are in pain, but they soon learn the benefits of a regular maintenance programme and pretournament care. With sports care, along with general chiropractic care, your chiropractor is not just concerned with the treatment of sports injuries, but is concerned about how to prevent them in the first place. Prevention may come from a change of posture or seating arrangements, or by identifying a mechanical dysfunction which you may not be aware of, but is stopping you from performing to your maximum capability. For those involved in sports, it does not matter if you are a professional or play sports for fun and well-being, chiropractic care will be appropriate. If you would like to understand how chiropractic may help you contact Paul Hind on 07973 308829 or go to www.purbeckchiropractic.com

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LET HER CARE BE YOUR LEGACY The children’s charity Julia’s House has been by Erica’s side ever since her daughter Isabella was born with a rare condition that causes chronic lung disease. “Just before her birthday last year, Isabella got really poorly and she had to go into hospital,” says Erica. “She came out just before lockdown started, but the illness had a knock-on eﬀect. She’s constantly on oxygen to help her breathe, as well as a ventilator overnight. “I’ve spent three years ignoring the doctors when

they’ve wanted to talk to me about end of life care for Bella,” says Erica. “But this last year, I’ve had to do it. Because if she keeps declining the way that she is, I need to be in the right frame of mind if something happens to her.” Nurses and carers from Julia’s House visit the family in their home to provide medical care and play sessions for Isabella, and essential breaks and support for Erica. “They’ve seen me at my worst, so they know how to talk to me like a human and I can be open with them when I’m struggling.” 1 in 4 of the children Julia’s House care for are supported by Gifts in Wills. A gift of just 1% can make a huge diﬀerence. When you use the Free Wills Service, either inperson or online, you could turn a kind thought into a lifeline of vital support for local families like Erica’s. Once you’ve taken care of your family, will you help us do the same for ours? Find out more at juliashouse.org/legacy

HER CARE COULD BE YOUR LEGACY LEAVE A GIFT IN YOUR WILL WITH OUR FREE WILL WRITING SERVICE Julia’s House supports the families of seriously ill children in Dorset and Wiltshire. 1 in 4 of the children we care for are supported by Gifts in Wills. Even a gift of just 1% makes a huge difference. When you use our Free Wills Service, either in-person or online, you could turn a kind thought into a lifeline of vital support for local families.

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Talking about Wildlife...

The dragon of the skies… No summer is complete without experiencing the sights and sounds of a dragonfly as it hunts over a nearby pond. Agile and colourful, dragonflies are a joy to watch with their aerial manoeuvres rivalling the fastest military aircraft as they duck and turn in pursuit of prey, or narrowly avoid the clutches of hungry hobbies. These adaptable insects lord over wetlands, moorland and even woodland glades, feeding on flies, midges and even each other. If you thought butterflies were the only insects worth a second glance, these multi-coloured, iridescent predators demand appreciation too. In addition to occasional visitors from continental Europe, there are 17 species of damselfly and 23 species of dragonfly resident in the UK. They are found in almost every habitat, bringing a splash of colour to the landscape just as the wildflowers and butterflies are winding down – so now is the perfect time to spot them! This year in Dorset we’ve been lucky enough to witness the arrival of the Southern Migrant Hawker dragonfly, which is usually found in warmer climes. Spotted in Lytchett Heath in east Dorset, this is a first recording for the county, most likely due to the prolonged period of warm weather this summer. The overall appearance of the male Southern migrant hawker is much bluer Southern migrant hawker dragonfly

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than the more common migrant hawker, and is often called the blue-eye hawker, on account of its blue eyes. The migrant hawker dragonfly is one of the most exciting dragonflies to spot, and you can often find them hunting along sheltered hedgerows in August and September. Another impressive dragonfly you may see this year is the emperor dragonfly, which is a characteristic dragonfly of new ponds, where for the first few years, their larvae may be extremely common. The males are pale blue, with an applegreen throat and a black stripe running the length of the body. Dragonflies are most active in warm and sunny conditions and are most commonly found near water, but several species also travel to feed in gardens, fields and woodland edges. To help with your identification of dragonflies and damselflies, visit The Wildlife Trust ID pages: www. wildlifetrusts.org/wildlife-explorer/invertebrates. Find out more about Dorset’s nature reserves at www.dorsetwildlifetrust.org.uk/reserves. By Sally Welbourn

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Each moment is precious

POETRY PAGE It can take but a moment To change your life's path. And once it ticks by, There is no going back.

Live in the moment, Just take it all in. Pay attention to everything, Right there and right then.

In just 60 seconds, You may make a new friend. Find your true love, Or see a life start or end.

Don't let your mind wander To what's coming next. Cherish this moment And give it your best.

You become who you are In those moments you live. And the growth's not in taking But in how much you give.

Don't let tomorrow Make you rush through today, Or too many great moments Will just go to waste.

Life is just moments, So precious and few. Whether valued or squandered, It's all up to you!

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Laugh till it hurts, Let the tears drop. Fill up each moment With all that you've got. Don't miss the details; The lesson is there. Don't get complacent; Stay sharp and aware.

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A Design for Life… The Kevin McCloud Column Designer, writer and television presenter, Kevin McCloud leapt into our consciousness with his vastly successful Grand Designs show on Channel 4. This month, the affable architect looks ahead to some design trends that might rise to prominence over the next few years. I get asked a lot about future design trends and initiatives, and the truth is I wouldn’t know what a trend was if it hit me in the face! Over the years I’ve come to regard trends as very lucid, irregular things – they come about quickly, are mixed and remixed, then disappear out of nowhere; and with interior design that can be problematic given the semipermanency of how we furnish our homes. It’s not like saying ‘this pair of trousers are out of fashion this year; I’ll wear a different pair tomorrow’. If you’ve added wood panelling to every wall in your home, it’s going to take a while to ﬁx. What I will say is what happens at the beginning of every century in design and

architecture is that people stop and look back at the last century and say, ‘oh my God, we didn’t get any of that, quick, let’s have some’, and you get this rush of building and design and furniture which is kind of retro – we’ve seen it over the past decade or so with a complete craze for anything vintage from 1930-90s. It’s fair to say we’re always looking forward as far as home design goes, both

architecturally and in the patterns and designs within. If I had to put money on a style or theme over the next couple of decades, it would be eco-based. We’re seeing a real retune to very natural, sustainable materials - basic stuff. Yet also, thanks to changes in technology and the way that

we design, often using iPhones, we can survey and model things really cheaply now. So that means we are going to see all manner of goods – from home products right through to personal stuff like shoes – made not in some factory in Germany, China or Portugal, but in a shop round the corner from where you live using really sophisticated 3D printing techniques. Certainly, a look into the future is a view back towards bespoking our homes in our own design. The era of the IKEA mass-market products has helped us a lot, but technology is now freeing us to style our homes in much more personal ways. It will mean we can turn back into being a nation who make things for ourselves, in a bespoke way, which I think is a very exciting future.

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The Adventures of Daichi

The Modern Magazines Camper Van Daichi, our Japanese Campervan, is always looking for new, British experiences, so taking us to see Dad’s Army at the Tivoli Theatre in Wimborne was an extra special treat last month. Were you an avid fan of this Iconic, now internationally renowned British show, in the late 60’s and 70’s? Back in the day this BBC sitcom reached 80 million viewers an episode and with nine series and 80 episodes in total there was a lot to laugh about. I had booked these tickets more than 18 months ago, well before any Lockdown, or hint of international adversity, so you can imagine the crowd, the audience, all seated and eagerly anticipating the

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Daichi at the Tivoli Theatre in Wimborne cast’s appearance. When the tannoy announcement welcomed us all back to a “live show”, there was the best cheer I have heard for a long time. The audience was ready. Oh what excitement, oh what a buzz. We were there. We were with the characters. We were on that stage. Fortunately, metaphorically speaking, as the actors themselves were well rehearsed, and I am sure, as eagerly anticipating their performances as we were to watch them. We were all back together. I have been in plays (a few years ago now…) at school, and I take my hat off to these ambitious individuals, not professionals, but ‘ordinary local people’ with working lives and families to support, who work tremendously hard to put on a fully professional show. We salute you! “Don’t Panic!” You did a FANTASTIC job. You were all so in character and fully entertained us. Dad’s Army, as many of you will absolutely know, is situated in a fictional South England seaside town of Walmington-on-Sea, where the Home Guard platoon, manned by volunteers, is on watch. Jimmy Perry, one of the co-writers and creators of the

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programme based a lot of what he wrote on his own experiences in the Local Defence Volunteers. Did you know that his mother did not like him being out late at night and worried that he would catch a cold, and as such the character of Private Pike is actually based on himself? How funny is that. The play started with “The Deadly Attachment” and the capturing of a German U Boat Captain and his crew. The unfearing, cantankerous Captain Mainwaring, a bank manager by trade, orders soggy fish and chips for them, much to the German captors’ displeasure. It is good-old British humour at its best. They don’t make ‘em like they used to. Followed by a scene from “Mum’s Army” in which Captain Mainwaring has a wandering eye and takes a fancy to Mrs Gray. It is such a shame that many of our great British lines and innuendos are disallowed and frowned on these days. In my opinion we have one of the best senses of humour on the planet and are able to laugh at ourselves in a healthy way. It is very therapeutic. After the much-loved ice-cream interval break, came “The Godiva Affair” where poor Mr Mainwaring watches his wife cavorting ‘naked’ through the streets (actually in a full cream body suit, but fortunately it was only left to the imagination…), as she poses as Lady Godiva in a fund-raising carnival parade. As my Dad would say, “You couldn’t

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Great hilarity in “the office” write it, could you, Deb!” Well, Jimmy Perry and David Croft did - and oh did we all laugh! “The Floral Dance” was the final scene and as the actors gave us their departing lines, and the curtains slowly started dropping we were all smiles and clapped and cheered to our hearts delight. Eleven of us from Modern Magazines had gone to watch this fantastic ‘blast from the past’, literally from ages 17 to 80, and all of us had a fabulous evening. “Project Play” who produces these incredible shows does a great job managing and creating them. Matthew Rock, the Director and Producer, is ever grateful to all the local people who act and spend hours of their time rehearsing, the stagehands who create each scene throughout the show, the dress makers, makeup artists and the whole team which it takes to put on such a production. There are now Project Play opportunities in Burnham on Sea, Yeovil, Frome, Chippenham and Wimborne. You can contact them on 07970 216459 or via their Facebook page, @projplay. Daichi loved our British performance and will certainly be looking out for more of these to take us to! Where will he take us next – I wonder? By Debbie Corney

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Greenfingers… The Alan Titchmarsh Column He’s a brilliant presenter, accomplished gardener, talented novelist and all-round horticultural inspiration; and this month, as autumn works its way into our outdoor spaces, Alan Titchmarsh explains why variety is the spice of life, even in the garden! With the approach of autumn, at the moment we’re going through that phase where the colours and the shapes are changing. There’s sometimes a sadness when you realise summer is coming to an end, and the leaves certainly seem to be falling earlier this year. My advice though is to embrace the new season and really go after all the potential and possibilities that it holds. After all, we’re actually very lucky in Britain – where plants are concerned we can afford ourselves a different favourite every month; snowdrops in January, daffodils in February, tulips in March and so on. People tend to associate autumn with brown and orange tones, and a rustling underfoot; but it’s about much more than

that. One of the most exciting times is when you wake up on a certain day and you can just smell the fact the season has arrived. It’s something in the air - a kind of sourness, a tang that lingers. You can smell things just beginning to decay, but it’s in a way that is replenishing, stimulating and invigorating because it means things are turning and new possibilities are around the corner.

look at the lovely ferns it’s now growing. Next, perhaps start autumn with a tidy-up of borders, or a clean out of the greenhouse, or perhaps even renew a few tools. Also consider getting your compost boosted with all those leaves suddenly in abundance. And ﬁnally, invest in some evergreens to offer texture and volume in areas of the garden that might start looking a little sparser. Mostly though, look forward to the coming change and admire nature’s versatility. There is tremendous colour still around us, and where the leaves have descended, look at the skeletal, artistic majesty of trees.

So as autumn arrives I would offer the following bits of advice. Firstly, hold on to the last bits of colour and savour them. Next, enjoy what’s there - perhaps you have some raspberries or any number of the late-ﬂowering varieties such as Cyclamens, Begonias, and of course, Crocuses. Also see how your garden is evolving – sure, that asparagus bed is no longer cropping, but

Remember, anticipation is an underrated commodity. People expect everything instantly now because they are able to go into a supermarket and have what they want when they want it. Yet there is more to it than that where our gardens are concerned - I like looking forward in life and I thrive on anticipation because, of course, when it does happen, it’s that much more enjoyable.

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STAR GAZING WRITTEN BY KATE EARL kateearlastro@gmail.com

Welcome to the September Stargazing Page. With the skies now noticeably darker after the long summer evenings we can look forward to seeing Jupiter and Saturn, a Harvest moon, and a fox loose in an aviary! International Space Station This ISS is visible in the early hours of each morning until the 12th. From the 16th onwards sightings are at much more respectable times ranging from 7pm to 10pm. To establish exact timings please refer to www.heavens-above.com or a similar webpage for up-to-date information, remembering to specify your location. Events The Autumn Equinox is on 22nd September, and marks the first of two dates (the second being the Spring Equinox) when daylight hours equal the number of night-time hours, wherever you are on Earth. The term equinox originates from the Latin meaning ‘equal night’. The Autumn equinox marks the point at which days become shorter than nights. Mercury & Mars Both planets are difficult to locate this month. Venus Venus is also very low in the west and quite hard to spot, vanishing below the horizon by 8.30pm. It is joined by the Moon on the 9th and 10th (see figure), which may help you find it. Jupiter and Saturn Both gas giant planets are visible throughout the night, and although not reaching great heights in the sky they stand out magnificently as they are currently in an area with few bright stars. Jupiter on the left is the much brighter of the two. The moon is close by between 16th – 18th.

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At this time of year the southern night-sky consists of faint, watery-themed constellations such as Capricornus (the sea goat) and Aquarius (the water-bearer). Fortunately, much higher in the sky lies a lovely, bright asterism (a familiar pattern of stars) that is visible well into the winter despite its name, the Summer Triangle. The three corners are marked by the bright stars Vega, Deneb and Altair. This part of the sky is dominated by avian-themed constellations, and the triangle can be thought of as a type of aviary. Altair is in the constellation Aquila, the Eagle, whilst Deneb is in Cygnus the Swan. Both birds have mythological origins relating to the Greek God, Zeus. The third star, Vega, is in Lyra, the lyre, which is often depicted in ancient texts as being carried by a swooping bird, such as a vulture. Many of the named objects in this part of the sky derive from the Arabic words for parts of a hen, with stars named after the tail, feathers, wings and beak. To complete the setting, the central dim constellation of Vulpecula, the little fox, was originally known as ‘the fox with the goose’; in old star charts the fox was often depicted with a goose in its mouth. We therefore have in this part of the sky the rather unfortunate example of a fox loose in the hen house!

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Luscious Lamb Moussaka Introduction

Colder evenings call for warming comfort food such as this satisfying moussaka. Serve with a fresh green salad or even just a crusty baguette to mop up the rich sauce.

Ingredients 500g lamb mince 2 aubergines (sliced crossways) 4 large white potatoes (peeled and sliced) 1 onion (diced) 1 400g tin of chopped tomatoes 2 tbsp tomato purée

and then rinse them thoroughly before patting dry with kitchen towel. Oven bake as instructed. • Dish can be made ahead by covering your layered moussaka with cling ﬁlm and storing it in the fridge. When ready to bake, simply cook for ﬁve minutes longer in the oven.

2 garlic cloves (minced) ½ tsp ground cinnamon 2 tsp ground oregano 150ml beef stock For the béchamel sauce 40g butter 40g ﬂour 500ml milk 80g grated cheddar or parmesan Pinch of salt and pepper

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Method Step One Preheat the oven to 200C/180C Fan/Gas 6. Lay your potato slices on one baking tray and your aubergine discs on another with a drizzle of olive oil and a pinch of salt. Bake for 15 minutes or until golden. Meanwhile, put the lamb, onion, garlic, oregano, and cinnamon in a large frying pan and cook over a medium heat for 10 minutes, stirring with a wooden spoon to break up the meat. Once browned, add the chopped tomatoes, beef stock and a pinch of salt and pepper. Cook over a high heat for 4-5 minutes until the ragù

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