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INGREDIENTS9 Eggs whites only

540 g Caster Sugar1 tsp Cornflour

1 tsp Vanilla Essence1 tsp White Wine Vinegar

DECORATION500 ml Fresh Cream very lightly whipped750 g SuperValu Strawberries washed and cut into quarters

METHODPreheat oven to 120°C/240°F/Gas Mark ½

When making a meringue it is important that the egg whites reach maximum vol-ume. To ensure this, make sure that your mixing bowl and whisk are free of grease. Put the egg whites into the mixing bowl and beat using an electric whisk until they form soft peaks.

Reduce the speed of the whisk and slowly add the sugar, tablespoon by tablespoon. The sugar needs to completely dissolve into the egg whites. You can check this by rubbing a little of the mixture between your thumb and index finger. If gritty it is not quite ready and needs further beating.

When all the sugar has been incorporated, add the vanilla essence, cornflour and vinegar. This will give the pavlova a dry and crisp crust, with a marshmallow like centre.

When ready, the mixture should be glossy. When the bowl is turned upside down the mixture should remain stationary in the bowl.

Meanwhile prepare your baking tray.

Line two oblong baking trays (13 x 9 inches) with parchment paper.

Divide the mixture between the two. Be approximate and try to ensure that your base is larger than your top layer of meringue.

You can use either a wooden spoon or a piping bag to spread the mixture out on the baking sheets.

Bake in the oven for 1 hour until the meringue mixture is very firm to touch but still soft in the middle. I normally leave mine to cool in the oven with the door ajar.

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Midlands Air Ambulance serves the largest air ambulance region in the UK. This includes the communities of Gloucestershire, Herefordshire, Shropshire, Staffordshire, West Midlands and Worcestershire; representing a population in excess of 6 million. Since flying its first mission in 1991, the Charity now responds to an average of 3,000 missions each year making Midlands Air Ambulance one of the longest established and busiest air ambulance operators in the UK.

The Midlands Air Ambulance’s famous red helicopter is often a familiar sight across the Herefordshire skies, but how much do you really know about the charity that covers our great county?

The vital life saving service, which covers six counties including Herefordshire, needs in excess of £6 million each year to remain operational and is solely reliant on donations from the public and local businesses. It can make up to three visits a day to Herefordshire, attending a variety of missions such as road traffic accidents, horse riding falls, sporting injuries and incidents in remote areas where land ambulances just can’t reach.

The charity is always looking for ways to improve patient care across Herefordshire and thanks to the generosity of the local community and as a further commitment to patient care, the service has extended the operating hours of its fleet of three air ambulances.

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The helicopters which are strategically located at airbases at the Strensham Services in Worcestershire, Tatenhill in Staffordshire and RAF Cosford in Shropshire, already operate in daylight hours across a shift

pattern that ensures there is always availability of an aircraft during daylight hours.

The announcement will ensure that all three of aircraft will be available across all airbases for extended hours throughout the summer months.

Hanna Sebright, CEO for Midlands Air Ambulance Charity, said: “This demonstrates our commitment to patient care and the Helicopter Emergency Response Service (HEMS). The decision was taken after working with air operations to better understand patient outcomes from

the previous 12 months data on Midlands Air Ambulance life saving missions. After assessing these outcomes it was agreed that extended flying hours would have a positive impact on saving lives thereby improving patient outcomes.”

Hanna added: “This represents an additional operating cost of £50,000 for Midlands Air Ambulance Charity, which would not be possible without the generous support of public and local businesses.“

If you would like to find out more about the Midlands Air Ambulance Charity and how you can support the service, please contact the team on 0800 8 40 20 40 or visit www.midlandsairambulance.com.

Midlands Air Ambulance is the only charity responsible for funding and operating threehelicopters serving the community of Herefordshire along with Worcestershire,Gloucestershire, Shropshire, Staffordshire and the West Midlands.

MAAC receives NO Government or NationalLottery funding and the £6 million needed each year is funded solely by the public andlocal businesses.

Some facts and figures…Airlifting a casualty to hospital within one hour (the Golden Hour) greatly increases their chance of survival

We can reach a Trauma Centre from anywhere in the region in less than 15 minutes

We have responded to more than 38,000 incidents since 1991 and saved countless lives

Four in every ten incidents responded to isfunded by a ‘Gift in a Will’

Saving Lives

by SavingTime

Call 0800 8 40 20 40or visit www.midlandsairambulance.comHawthorn House, Dudley Road, Lye, West Midlands, United Kingdom DY9 8BQ

Saving Lives by Saving Time

We are fully aware that without the support of volunteers and the goodwill of the public and local businesses, the service would not be here today. As well as the constant need for donations of money, we also welcome donations of your time. So why not volunteer to become our point of contact in the Herefordshire area?For more information call 0800 8 40 20 40

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MAAC receives NO Government or NationalLottery funding and the £6 million needed each year is funded solely by the public andlocal businesses.

Some facts and figures…Airlifting a casualty to hospital within one hour (the Golden Hour) greatly increases their chance of survival

We can reach a Trauma Centre from anywhere in the region in less than 15 minutes

We have responded to more than 38,000 incidents since 1991 and saved countless lives

Four in every ten incidents responded to isfunded by a ‘Gift in a Will’

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What's onJUNE 14, 2013 - JUNE 16, 2013

THREE COUNTIES SHOWBe part of a Great British day out! Get

yourself down to the Royal Three Counties Show this June (14th-16th June 2013) for a jam packed day of family entertainment and

fun, all in celebration of our great British farming world and countryside.

Malvern , WR13 6NW, United Kingdom Cost: £15.50 per adult per day

JUNE 14, 2013 6:00 PM - 10:00 PMHEREFORD SOUL CHOIR

AT LYDE COURTEstablished in 2011 by their musical director Jenny Frost, Hereford Soul

Choir have rapidly gained a reputation for their vibrant vocals and fresh and funky harmonies. Their style, which

encompasses Soul, Motown and Gospel, has an upbeat vibe and an infectious

quality which is guaranteed to give any audience a dynamic performance. Winners of Herefords 2012 ‘Last Choir Standing’,

they are now regularly performing throughout Herefordshire and beyond.

Lyde Court, Lower Lyde , Hereford , HR1 3AE Cost: £12

JUNE 14, 2013 8:00 PM

- JUNE 14 11:00 PM

HAY FEMINISTS PRESENT – WHAT THE F!

What The F! launches with bundles of participatory fun, music and dancing.

The first part of the evening involves an extreme confidence building workshop culminating in participants walking on

broken glass!

Session leader Soul Fire says to expect “a workshop designed to inspire and motivate, whilst keeping you on your

toes!”. Following up will be the musical expertise of local favourite

DJ Desmondo Lopez.

The Globe at Hay 01497 821762Newport Street, Hay-on-Wye, HR3 5BG,

United Kingdom Cost: £5

WALKS

SATURDAY 15TH JUNE CATS BACK 9 Miles Grade 4

Leave: 09:00 Park: Cats Back car park GR: (OL13) 288328 | RTVD: £3.90 Lunch: Picnic.

Route: - 1st walk in Herefordshire Walking Festival. a steep start, climbing up to Cats Back on the top of Black Hill. along ridge to join Offa’s Dyke Path north to Hay Bluff, returning south to drop down into the Olchon Valley and brook before the climb back. Wonderful views all the way. steep climb at start.

MONDAY 17TH JUNE GRAND CIRCUIT OF BLACK MOUNTAINS FROM LLANBEDR 18 miles Grade 4

Leave: 08.00 Park: In west end of Llanbedr GR: (N/A) N/A | RTVD: £TBA Lunch: Picnic & refreshment stops

Route: From Llanbedr in an anticlockwise circiut of the mountains covering many of the peaks from Pen-y-Gader Fawr,Waun Fach,Penault Mawr Range & Crug Hywel returning down to Llanbedr. There is a steady climb to the two highest peaks, Pen-y-Gadr & Waun Fach. Then an undulating route down to Crug Hywel and Llanbedr. Frequent short stops will be made so carrying a good supply of water is recommended. All prospective walkers should liaise with the leaders before the walk. If the weather is unsuitable on the first Monday this second date will be tried. This walk will only go ahead if the 3rd June date is not suitable and if the weather is OK.

THURSDAY 20TH JUNE 3 CHOIRS WAY (15) SOUTH OF THE MALVERNS 9 miles Grade 3 | Leave: 09.00 Park: Hollybush Car park on A438GR:(190) 759369 RTVD: £2.40 Lunch: Picnic

Route: This walk takes us back to the circular variety after three linear walks. Southern end of the Malverns, cross M50 and follow footpaths to Pendock and then re-cross the M50 and return to Hollybush. Some climbing at beginning and end. Leaders will meet the walkers at the parking place.

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CULTURAL The Waterworks Museum –

Hereford is a 150-year time-capsule of working machinery and social history which

tells the story of drinking water supplies.

The Waterworks Museum is open on Tuesdays and is in-steam with engines working on 18 days during the summer season but also welcomes group visits and school visits (by prior arrangement) throughout the year. Group prices are

governed by the size of the group. School visits are free of charge.

Broomy Hill, Hereford HR4 0LJOur Contact Details

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HELLENS MANOR

SATURDAY 8TH AND SUNDAY 9TH JUNE THE GARDEN FESTIVAL

The Garden Festival team are busy planning the next Festival, the biggest and best in the county. This will be our 6th year of bringing unusual and wonderful plant stalls and

events together with thousands of people in the tranquil setting of Hellens Manor.

Our theme for the 2013 Festival is: Abundance - in nature, on the land, in our gardens, allotments, balconies, woods and

hedgerows. Once again we will be gathering a vibrant mix of speakers, exhibitors and demonstrators - all in the beautiful

setting of Hellens Manor.

We welcome up to 3,000 visitors to the event so it is a perfect opportunity forthe public to find great products and

services - as well as having a lovely family day out.

www.thegardenfestival.co.uk

WEDNESDAY 3RD AND THURSDAY 4TH JULY TEXTILE BAZAAR

In the Barns for the 3rd year running - a hugely colourful event with only the best on show. Come and have a look at

this feast for the eyes!

Entrance to Bazaar £1. Tickets for workshops/lecture call 01453 823375 or email: bailey@baileycurtis.com

SATURDAY 6TH JULYLIZ LOCHHEAD’S DESERT ISLAND

POEMS11am – 12 noon - £8

Liz Lochhead is a great poet and hugely popular.Today she talks to Mark Fisher about her life, her contemporaries and

her inspirations while choosing some of her favourite poetry.Poetry and Jazz

6.30pm doors for 7pm – 9pm - £10Julie Boden, Poet in Residence at Symphony Hall,

Birmingham and BAFTA-nominated in 2012, returns to Ledbury with pianist and composer Steve Tromans to

perform with jazz legend and national treasure, Dutch Lewis.

TUESDAY 9TH JULYCERYS MATTHEWS SING-ALONG

6pm – 7pm - £5Everyone can sing and Cerys Matthews wants to stop us feeling so shy about it. She has spent her whole life

collecting songs wherever she goes, from Wales to Nashville. Her new book of traditional family songs, Hook, Line & Singer, gathers the ones we all grew up with along with

favourites from round the world. Join her in this big family-singalong. Bring a picnic to enjoy on the lawn before the event.

WEDNESDAY 10TH JULYGREEN POEMS FOR A BLUE PLANET:

FESTIVAL SCHOOLS DAY10.30am – 2pm - £3 per pupil

A chance to listen, write and perform with the poet Martin Kiszko, who says, ‘I hope these poems provoke a thought, raise a smile, start a conversation, spark an idea, spur us into action, or simply turn on a few ‘green’ lights’. Green Poems for a Blue

Planet is illustrated by Nick Park, best known as the creator of Wallace and Gromit.

FRIDAY 12TH JULY

TONY BENN’S DESERT ISLAND POEMS2.30pm – 3.30pm - £12

Famous for his far-left views and for renouncing his hereditary peerage, Tony Benn is the polar opposite of the ‘grey suits’ that fill the party benches now. President of the Stop The

War Coalition, since retiring, Tony Benn hasn’t slowed down. Controversial but never boring, he will talk to Mark Fisher about his political and personal life and the poems that have lifted and

inspired him.

SATURDAY 13TH JULYI GAZE FROM MY KITCHEN LIKE

AN ASTRONAUT11am – 12 noon - £8

Gaze on new worlds of poetic pleasure and provocation.The young poets in this show, Amy Key, Karen McCarthy Woolf, Tom

Warner and John McCullough – have worked with a theatre director to create performances that come with a payload of

star-shine and space-dust, which you can discover throughout all the charted and uncharted spaces of Hellens. Come and

follow their explorations.

SUNDAY 14TH JULYPOETRY AND HARP

12.45pm – 1.45pm - £8Emily Hinshelwood’s On Becoming a Fish was inspired by a series of walks around the 186-mile Pembrokeshire coastal

path. Deeply engaged with environmental issues through her work in community energy and climate change, the author is

also a keen observer of human nature inthe context of this beautiful coastline. Her reading will be

accompanied by Delyth Jenkins on harp.

Look, Stranger: Celebrating the Benjamin Britten Centenary7.30pm – 9.45pm (with interval drinks on sale) - £15

The Festival finishes in style as singer Ruthie Culver and the Utter:Jazz quartet weave swing, samba, blues and grooves through their vibrant re-imaginings of Benjamin Britten’s WH Auden songs. With readings by actor and director Sam West, who shot to fame in Howards End and has since appeared in

numerous award-winning productions on stage including Enron.www.poetry-festival.com

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What's onNATIONAL TRUST’S

BROCKHAMPTON

SUNDAY 9TH JUNEPORSCHE CAR CLUB MEETING

AND GREETING

SUNDAY 16TH JUNEFATHER’S DAY TRACTOR RALLY

22ND & SUNDAY 23RD JUNESEALED KNOT - CIVIL WAR

RE-ENACTMENT AND LIVING HISTORY SATURDAY

SUNDAY 23RD JUNEMORGAN CAR CLUB MEETING

AND GREETING SUNDAY 30TH JUNE

CHOCOLATE SUNDAE

HAMPTON COURT

03 JUNE – 17 JUNE 2013

DISCOVER A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A HEREFORDSHIRE WORKING ESTATE

The Brockhampton Estate will be telling the story of game keeping, farming and wildlife conservation with exhibitions

and events. Through pictures and historical information researched by local volunteers, visitors to the 1,700 acre

estate can discover what life was like in the early 20th century for Brockhampton’s last game keeper, William Dennet.

SUNDAY, 09 JUNE 2013

OPEN FARM SUNDAY

Take a tractor-trailer ride to Warren Farm and find out more about a day in the life of a farmer and his family. Trailer rides at 11am, 1pm & 3pm (maximum per trailer ride 35 people.)

Free event (normal admission charges apply)

SATURDAY 29 JUNE 2013, 9PM - 10:30 PM

MEET THE BATSIn the evening Brockhampton is a haven for bats. Armed with

a bat detector, discover more about how to spot them and the secret world they inhabit on an evening guided walk at

Lower Brockhampton. Adult £5, Child £2.50

SUNDAY, 14 JULY 2013, 11AM - 5PM

HEREFORD & WORCESTER ANIMAL RESCUE DOG SHOW

The Hereford and Worcester Animal Rescue dog show returns to Brockhampton with classes for all dogs to enter, only £1 per class. Pick up dog accessories and treats, and make a

day of it with a picnic or enjoy refreshments from the National Trust kiosk throughout the day. Entry to the event and estate

only is free of charge.

SHOW BURWARTON

8.15 a.m. - 7.00 p.m. - A great day out for all the family

Burwarton Show on the B4364 between Ludlow & BridgnorthTel: 01746 787535

THURSDAY 1 AUGUST 2013

www.burwartonshow.co.ukDiscounted tickets available on line and at pre-show outlets from 1 May:Adults £11, Concessions £10, Family £28.00

• Trade Stands • Shopping Arcade • Food Hall • Handicrafts

• Horticulture • WI • YFC Displays • Craft Demonstrations

• Sheep Shearing • Inter-Hunt Relay • Cookery Demonstrations

HAWKEYEFALCONRY DISPLAY

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Doors and bar opens at 6pm with Pre-Show

Entertainment from renowned

Jazz Pianist Mike Graver. Delicious fresh baked Italian Pizza cooked on site from 6pm Italian Wine and local ice-cream will be available to purchase.

Tickets £20 FRIDAY 21ST JUNE 2013

LYDE COURTHereford, HR1 3AE 01432 357753

Opera starts at 8pm

KIDDERMINSTER • BEWDLEY • BRIDGNORTH

A wonderful way to spend a day!

The Railway Station, Bewdley, Worcs DY12 1BG

Take an atmospheric steamtrain journey along thebeautiful Severn Valley.

Please check our website for operating dates and times.

Advance tickets, usually at reduced prices, available at:www.svr.co.uk

or call: 01299 403816Mon-Fri 9.30am - 4.30pm

Martin Alvarado is considered one of the best Argentinian singers of Tango and Latin American songs

of his generation. With his warm and powerful tenor voice, this is a rare chance to hear and see him perform

accompanied by incredible Latin-American dancers Maral Kojayan

& Mariaro Laplume.Venue opens at 6pm

Pre-show meal served at 7pmPerformance starts at 8pm

Tickets £15 Pre-show Meal £15-see website for menu

FRIDAY 7TH JUNE 2013LYDE COURT, Hereford, HR1 3AE

01432 357753Purchase Tickets at www.LydeCourt.com

Westons Visitor Centre

A great day

out for groups...

Westons Cider has been making cider in the Herefordshire village of Much Marcle, since 1880.

Join a mill tour and go behind the scenes to discover how your favourite cider is produced. Sample cider

and perry in the shop or enjoy homemade food in the Scrumpy House Restaurant.

Westons Cider, The Bounds, Much Marcle, Ledbury, Herefordshire, HR8 2NQ T: 01531 660108 E: enquiries@westons-cider.co.uk

Call 01531 660108 or visit www.westons-cider.co.uk

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Thanks to the efforts of Alice Chamberlain and her friends, some lucky rabbits and

guinea pigs get a second chance.

Erin & her little daughter smudgie are inseparable

Erin and Daughter Smudgie

Erin is 1 year old and spayed. She is timid because of harsh treatment until she came to ‘help for cats’ once she knows you, she is very affectionate.

Erin is a most devoted mother; smudgie, 6 months’ old, adores her and we cannot separate Erin from her last kitten.

If you can offer them the secure and responsible home they need together, please contact ‘help for cats’ on 01989 750500 or 01989 565271.

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Metal vintage effect clock (66cm high) £50

Pedlars Nest

Large Hare £149 (46cmHigh)

Large ceramic vase £29Huge selection of Woodwick candles

Rope Doorstops £15www.pedlarsnest.co.uk

A beautiful selection of vases and candles sticks from Berry Red www.berryred.co.uk

Beilnda opal turquoise glass vase £10Flora opal greenglass vase £15.50

Shades of blue candlestick tray 41x11x33cm £50Amelie azure candlestick 28cm £15.00

Wicker magazine basket £34.95Set of 3 storage boxes £49www.velvetbrown.co.uk

Cream lambswool throw £120www.velvetbrown.co.uk

Umbrella Stand ( Fair trade) £44.50Crows Feet www.wyenot.com/crowsfeet01.htm

German Cup and saucer £9www.wyenot.com/crowsfeet01.htm

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Castrees Garden Plants, Bromsash, Ross on Wye, HR9 7PL. 01989 750315

Fuchsias, Geraniums,Basket Plants,

Bedding Plants,Perennials

CASTREE’SGARDEN PLANTS

Dudley FencingFencing Specialists

All types of timber fencingMetal railings & gatesMesh panelsField gatesSheds & SummerhousesDecking & PatiosTree & hedge cutting

Est. over 50 years

www.dedleyfencing.co.uk

Quirky MenagerieGarden Ornaments from Velvet Brown

Choose from a gorgeously quirky menagerie of garden ornaments in distressed rusted metal: from a pig, rooster, cat or pheasant for a fabulous focal point outdoors. www.velvetbrown.co.uk

Pig 50x30x15cm £35.95 Pheasant 62x36x10cm £35.95

Cat 46x54x12cm £35.95 Chicken 45x32x25cm £23.95

available from www.newlook.com

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From super sleek flats to beach chic espadrilles, here’s the best summer sandals around

Neon Sandals, £28 at Urban Outfitters

Leopard Print Sandals, £45 at Topshop

Metallic Trim Sandals, £25 at Next

Braided Sandals, £28 at Dune

Tiffany Aztec Printed Open Back

Bodycon Dress£12.00

Who doesn’t love bodycon dresses? Chic, stylish and ultra-on-trend they’ll show off your figure and make you feel like a million dollars. Bodycon dresses are just per-fect for a night on the town or to bring a touch of glamour to a daytime outfit. Here at Boohoo you can find a huge range of bodycon dresses at amaz-ing bargain prices. You won’t believe how far your budget can stretch when you shop at Boohoo - while still getting the very best for your money. Take a look through our range of specially selected bodycon dresses to find the dress of your dreams!www.boohoo.com

Candy Bodycon Dress £20.00

Billie High Neck Sleeveless Midi Bodycon Dress

£10.00

LIMITED EDITION GREEN FLORAL DETAIL CUFF

£35.00

www.missselfridge.com

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Bioshock Infinite is the third in the Bioshock series, and puts a brand new spin on the much-loved classics. From the dark, ominous areas of its predecessors, Infinite takes to the skies in the floating city of Colombia. From there on, the most interesting feature is the gameplay; you follow a set path, but there are enough variations, secret areas and personal monorails to keep things interesting.

Special Features: Dynamic Combat, Quest System, Magic equivalent (vigors, the game’s take on powers), Items, Companion

Dynamic Combat: 8/10The combat is smooth and flowing, with many possible ways to beat enemies. There is enough to do to keep it entertaining, but death is very common on anything above easy (with hard mode being almost impossible to complete). There are many weapons, but some are a little too similar to justify their usefulness.

Quest System: 7/10The objectives are descriptive, and dynamic when needed, but they don’t feel like they truly reflect the hero’s goals. The guiding system means they’re always possible to find, but the arrows it provides are erratic and sometimes unhelpful.

Magic equivalent: 9/10The vigor system is varied, but easy to use and feels very natural. Press the button once to use the vigors, hold it to set a trap; they are all unique but somehow feel a little repetitive. Later in the game, they become a lot more complex and can be used in odd combinations to achieve certain tasks, and the Salts meter balances power with cost.

Items: 8/10There are three types of item: those that change health; those that change salts and ammunition. Each type of gun takes different bullets, but at times it feels clunky and makes little sense - that said, there is a weapon for every occasion. Items are implemented well overall, and logical for the most part (alcohol in bars, hot dogs from vendors and so on).

Companion: 9/10From a very early point in the game, a girl named Elizabeth accompanies the player on their travels. Both a character and a plot device, she has the unique power to bring objects and items through from other dimensions on command. This is the main feature of the game, and if used well can make a big difference. The only issue with Elizabeth is that she doesn’t quite do all she was intended to; her ability to find items for the player is somewhat wasted in certain parts of the game.

Environment: 9/10Stunning graphics and a very good game engine lead to a truly beautiful scene. It not only looks good but feels real; it’s very easy to get sucked in to the game.

Story: 8/10At times it doesn’t make much sense, but that’s the only issue with it. The story is engaging and captures the hearts of players.

Drama: 8/10 Realism: 9/10 Uniqueness: 9/10

Overall: 84% - A definite buy. [Gold star image] Gold award

Bioshock Infinite

Natural CausesJames Oswald

“Natural Causes” is the first novel from James Oswald in the “Detective Inspector McLean” series. A young girl’s mutilated

body is discovered in a sealed room. Her remains are carefully arranged, in what seems to have been a cruel and macabre ritual, which appears to have taken place over 60 years ago. For newly appointed Edinburgh Detective Inspector Tony McLean this baffling cold case ought to be a low priority - but he is haunted by the young victim and her grisly death. Meanwhile, the city is horrified by a series of bloody killings. Deaths for which there appears to be neither rhyme nor reason, and which leave Edinburgh’s police at a loss. McLean is convinced that these deaths are somehow connected to the terrible ceremonial killing of the girl, all those years ago. It is an irrational, almost supernatural theory. And one which will lead McLean closer to the heart of a terrifying and ancient evil...James Oswald’s “Detective Inspector McLean” appears here for the first time. “Natural Causes” is the opening to an electrifying new series. Subsequent titles include “The Book of Souls” and “The Hangman’s Song”. Fans of Ian Rankin, Peter James and Stuart McBride will love James Oswald’s work. Praise for James Oswald: “A star of Scotland’s burgeoning crime fiction scene”. (“Daily Record”). James Oswald is the author of the “Detective Inspector McLean” series of crime novels. The first two in the series, “Natural Causes” and “The Book of Souls”, are available from Penguin, with the third title, “The Hangman’s Song”, forthcoming for 2014. He has also written an epic fantasy series, “The Ballad of Sir Benfro” as well as comic scripts and short stories. In his spare time James runs a 350 acre livestock farm in North East Fife, where he raises pedigree Highland Cattle and New Zealand Romney Sheep.

The Light Between OceansM. L. Stedman

A boat washes up on the shore of a remote

lighthouse keeper’s island. It holds a dead man and a crying baby. The only two islanders, Tom and his wife Izzy, are about to make a devastating decision. They break the rules and follow their hearts. What happens next will break yours.

SAMARITANSSAMARITANSOVER 40 YEARS OF LISTENING

IN HEREFORDSHIRE!

Last November Herefordshire Samaritans celebrate 40 years of listening in the country. Samaritans are available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year for all those with emotional problems which may lead to suicide.

In 2012 Herefordshire Samaritans dealt with over 15,646 call from people in distress. To maintain the service, the branch needs to recruit more volunteers and, volunteering for Samaritans could change your life, but more importantly may save others. If you feel you might not be suitable but would be interested in having a go, we offer both training and support as you are probably just the person we are looking for.

As it costs over £40,000 a year to maintain and operate the branch, numerous fund-raising activities are organised by the groups of Friends of Samaritans. If you feel able to help in any way, either by becoming a Samaritan volunteer or by joining a Friends of Samaritans group, or by sending a donation, please write to:

The Secretary, Herefordshire Samaritans, 44a Berrington Street, Hereford. HR4 0BJ

Registered Charity: 507570

Samaritans can be contacted any time by tel: 01432 269000 or 08457 909090 email: jo@samaritans.org

You can write to us or even come and see us at the address above.

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Natural Artlines freelance creative graphic and web designers have over 30 years of experience in managing the marketing and promotion of businesses in the UK and worldwide. From magazine, logo design, branding and marketing material to packaging

design and full digital and web design. Natural Artlines will give your business the creative edge to stand out.

Natural Artlines graphic design offers a customer service which is responsive, reliable and actively engaged with you. We can create

quality work and still provide all of these services at a cost which is very competitive.

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The Night CircusErin Morgenstern

The circus arrives without warning. No announcements precede it. It is simply there, when yesterday it was not. The black sign, painted in

white letters that hangs upon the gates, reads: Opens at Nightfall Closes at Dawn. As the sun disappears beyond the horizon, all over the tents small lights begin to flicker, as though the entirety of the circus is covered in particularly bright fireflies. When the tents are all aglow, sparkling against the night sky, the sign appears. Le Cirque des Reves The Circus of Dreams. Now the circus is open. Now you may enter.

The Girl You Left BehindJojo Moyes

A hauntingly romantic and utterly irresistible new weepy from Jojo Moyes,

author of the “Richard and Judy” bestseller, “Me Before You”. What happened to the girl you left behind? France, 1916. Sophie Lefevre must keep her family safe whilst her adored husband Edouard fights at the front. When she is ordered to serve the German officers who descend on her hotel each evening, her home becomes riven by fierce tensions. And from the moment the new Kommandant sets eyes on Sophie’s portrait - painted by Edouard - a dangerous obsession is born, which will lead Sophie to make a dark and terrible decision. Almost a century later, and Sophie’s portrait hangs in the home of Liv Halston, a wedding gift from her young husband before he died. A chance encounter reveals the painting’s true worth, and its troubled history. A history that is about to resurface and turn Liv’s life upside down all over again...In “The Girl You Left Behind” two young women, separated by a century, are united in their determination to fight for what they love most - whatever the cost.

RoomEmma Donoghue

Jack is five. He lives with his Ma. They live in a single, locked room. They don’t have the key. Jack and Ma are prisoners. ‘This book will

break your heart ...It is the most vivid, radiant and beautiful expression of maternal love I have ever read’ - “Irish Times”. ‘Startlingly original and moving ...Endearing and as utterly compelling as “The Lovely Bones”’ - “Scotsman”. ‘I’ve never read a more heart-burstingly, gut wrenchingly compassionate novel ...As for sweet, bright, funny Jack, I wanted to scoop him up out of the novel and never let him go’ .

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We often read stories in the press about tragic events and people who have died. There are always those who are left behind who will be grieving the loss of loved ones. 25 years ago a small group of volunteers felt the need to support local people who had been bereaved and a local group of the bereavement charity, Cruse was set up.

The name Cruse is derived from a story about the widow’s cruse, or jar of oil, which never ran out, thus signifying that support would be given as long as it was needed and there would always be a drop of comfort available. Volunteers aim to provide help and support to bereaved people as long as it is required.

In Herefordshire we have a group of trained volunteers who see people regularly and provide one to one counselling. Anyone can come to Cruse and will not be charged for the service we provide. But there are costs for administration, training, travelling and hire of rooms. We need to meet these costs through fund-raising and all donations – large and small are always welcome. Over the last 25 years we have helped many people and we want to continue to offer this help to those who need us. On average the cost of supporting each client is around £170.

To mark this 25th Anniversary we are launching a scheme asking individuals and groups if they could raise £25 to help our funds. Will you help? Could you hold a Tea Party or Coffee Morning and invite everyone to donate some

money? Sell things at a Car Boot or Table Top sale? Do something spectacular and be sponsored to raise money? Or you may have other ideas. Please use your imagination!

Any donations can be sent to Cruse Bereavement Care Herefordshire

PO Box 166, HR9 9BQ

We would love to have some photographs and hear stories of your event which can be sent by post or to our email address below.

For more information or to seek help from Cruse contact 01432 359469 or Herefordshire@cruse.org.uk

Cruse Bereavement Care is the UK’s leading bereavement charity, supporting all bereaved people including young people and children and further information is available on our national websites, www.cruse.org.uk and www.rd4u.org.uk

The national helpline is open 9.30am – 5pm Monday to Friday on 0844 477 9400

For more publicity and fund-raising information locally contact

Julia Richardson jnrich@phonecoop.coop 01989 763746. Or Isabel Pebody Isabel@pebody.net 01989 565804

Professional Trade & Services Directory

SCRAP SCRAP MERCHANTS

● Buyers of Ferrous & Non-Ferrous Metals● Suppliers of skips for factory Metal Waste

20, Burcott Road, Hereford. Tel: (01432) 355442 Fax: (01432) 340063

Supply & Installation of stovesConstructional work & alterations of � replacesFire accessories & Spares Twin wall � ue systems Flexible � ue liners Chimney pots

David Williams / Day 07508 408707 / Evening 01989 566570Email: rossstoves@mail.com

To advertise in the professionals call Amanda on 01594 541854

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FREEDOM MOBILITY

EST 2005

We offer the following services:-

● Quality new and used mobility scooters

● Scooter & power chairservice and repair

● Scooter & power chairbatteries

● Scooter & wheelchair tyresand tubes

Phone Diane01989 750482

SpecialistAerial and

SateliteSolutions

Quality work and service at a reasonable price

DARREN BURNS01989 564742 07747 096236

01981 570206

CASTREE’SGARDEN PLANTS

Castrees Garden Plants, Bromsash,Ross on Wye, HR9 7PL. 01989 750315

Fuchsias, Geraniums,

Basket Plants,Bedding Plants,

Perennials

W. JAMESREPAIR & WELDING

∙ STEEL FABRICATION∙ VEHICLE REPAIRS

∙ CARS & LIGHTCOMMERCIALS

12 Station Street, Ross-on-Wye,Herefordshire. HR9 7AG

01989 763255

STEEL FABRICATIONVEHICLE REPAIRS

CARS & LIGHTCOMMERCIALS01989 763255

Repairs Misty Units FasciasRoss-on-Wye

Telephone: 01989 768675 | Mobile: 07766 007468

Unit 8, Stenders Business Park, Mitcheldean, GL17 0JE

Price includes � tting,balancing and VATPrice includes � tting,Price includes � tting,

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Trees felled, Topped, Lopped and Pruned,

Hedges trimmedFencing - Turfing

Drives laid in Slabs or Concrete, Block Paving

or TarmacPaths and Patios Laid

Power Washing of drives, patios, walls etc.

SilverBirch

Tree & Garden Services

We are a family run business who specialise in long distance travel

0800 046 3101www.alansairportservices.co.uk

DVLA LICENCEDRECYCLING CENTRE

Broadmoor Road, Forest Vale Ind. Est.,

Cinderford, Glos. GL14 2YE

www.abbeymetalrecycling.co.uk

0800 334 5780 or 01594 822835or 07836 729635

FOR A COMPLETE FUNERAL SERVICEMEMORIAL WORK

UNDERTAKEN

● curtains● awnings● verticals● rollers

● romans● venetians● pleated

At Fast Fuel, we take pride in our ability to deliver whatever you need, wherever you are, whenever you want. With the same high level of customer service for our domestic and agricultural clients, you can rely on Fast Fuel wherever you are.

☑ Local independent fuel distribution company☑ Depots in South Wales & Forest of Dean☑ Agricultural fuel specialists☑ Same day delivery possible☑ Unbeatable customer service 0800 093 8445 / 01291 691402sales@fast-fuel.co.uk / www.fast-fuel.co.uk

Est. 25 Years

• Containerised storage (indoors)• Packing service• Weekly London service• We have Luton vans up to full size 18 Ton removal trucks•European loads our speciality

Please ring Dave on 07831 801107E-MAIL: gundymove@aol.com

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One of the most popular areas at Smiths saleroom for private buyers to cluster around is the jewellery cabinet where many of our customers like to browse for something a little sparkly as a gift or a special treat. So this month I thought I would discuss some hints and factors to consider when buying jewellery at auction.

The first golden rule is to carefully inspect the condition – this is essential with all auction purchases as there is no come back if you later discover an item is damaged.

Check for chips in stones, broken clasps and wobbly or insecure mounts as well as wear to the back of rings etc.

When buying seriously priced jewellery as an investment it is important to look at the quality of the item – a cheap item may seem a bargain but the piece will be of little intrinsic value. As a general guide it can be a good idea to buy 18 carat gold or platinum set pieces if you can afford them, as this is an easy indication of quality.

It is also essential to look carefully at the stones for flaws – especially of course in the case of diamonds. Diamonds should be clear, white and without flaws unless one is buying antique ‘old cut’ stones in which case they are ‘allowed’ not be up to the modern standards. An eye glass is really useful to look at jewellery and can easily borrowed from the saleroom if you wish to have a better look at a stone.

Fashion is also a pertinent factor when considering a purchase – for example beads,

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1. This diamond Art Deco brooch sold for £620 which reflected it’s lack of colour for a brooch of this type 2. This diamond set flower form clip was of beautiful quality which at-tracted the London trade and it sold for £2,700 3. This attractive Edwardian amethyst and diamond brooch made £400 in our May auction. 4. Edwardian necklaces are often affordable and this charming example made just £90. 5. This Victorian swallow brooch set old cut diamonds is more of a collec-tors piece and made £340 whilst this Art Deco brooch made £750. 6. Art Nouveau jewellery is always popular and these two silver and enamel pendants made £170

Rita Kearsey MRICSManager

Smiths Auction Rooms Newent

Buying Jewellery At auction

natural pearls and amber are all very trendy at present as well as bolder styled costume jewellery. This means that many diamond and semi-precious rings and pendants make a very good buy at present. However large diamonds are always in fashion and will always make top prices especially if of good colour and clarity.

Another interesting hint is that sometimes pieces do not look as good on as one might think or they may look better on than off. Some rings may look lovely in the cabinet but just do not sit right on the finger and some necklaces do not hang quite as they should when worn. It is therefore a good idea to try jewellery on before you buy and have a look in a mirror – this can be a good way to help make up your mind – if it look fabulous on then obviously you will have to have it. !!!

Redmarley Road, Newent

CCTV On SiteMobile Ten Tonne Container Loading Ramp - Now Available

For more information please phone John Stallard01531 820568

Storage/Distribution/Office WorkshopsRefurbished and Insulated

Premises Do Not FloodSingle/Three Phase ElectricsFork Truck Facilities Available

Various Size Units To Let

subject to space availability

Mens advice line ........................................................ 0808 801 0327Victim Support ............................................................ 01432 364546Childline ..................................................................... 0800 1111National Domestic Violence Helpline ......................... 0808 2000247National Drugs Helpline .............................................. 0845 8058326National Neighbourhood Watch Association .............. 0116 2710052Herefordshire Road Safety Hotline ............................ 01432 364582West Mercia Police (non emergency) ........................ 0300 333 3000rossonwyerural.lpt@westmercia.pnn.police.ukSamaritans ............................................................ 01432 269000 08457 909090

Gas Emergency ......................................................... 0800 111 999Central Networks Electricity .................................... 0800 328 1111NSPCC Child protection helpline ............................... 0800 800 5000RSPCA Animal protection 24hr cruelty line ............... 0300 1234 999Emergency Ambulance, Fire, Police, Cave-Mountain Rescue ....................................................... 999EU wide emergency number .................................... 112Crimestoppers ........................................................... 0800 555 111Police Non emergency .............................................. 101Ross Community and otherHerefordshire Hospitals Minor injuries ...................... 01989 562 100Hereford County Hospital .......................................... 01432 355444Ledbury community hospital ..................................... 01531 632488NHS Direct ................................................................. 0845 4647

Herefordshire Council ................................................ 01432 260000

National Rail Enquiries .............................................. 08457 484 950Citizens Advice Bureau .............................................. 0844 826 9685Herefordshire Neighbourhood Watch: www.communigate.co.uk/here/hfdsneiwatch.

jo@samaritans.org

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Place an item free of charge

in the Classified

If you have an item you would like to sell, please send it over by email to amanda@traderpost.co.uk

or telephone 01594 541854

Daz’s Taxis are a highly reputable, friendly business. We can offer you a luxurious and comfortable travel option, locally or Nationwide, covering all UK airports.

Daz Taxis, Highways, Brampton Road,Ross-on-Wye, HR9 7HY

www.taxisross.co.uk

01989 768738

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For all enquiries please telephone 01531 821776Live on-line bidding and catalogues online at

www.smithsnewentauctions.co.uk

Harold Riley - industrial oil, Est £1500/£2000

Parker Hagarty - oil rural landscape Est £400/£600

Friday 21st June at 10amincluding Picture Section

also includesfurniture, ceramics, silver, jewellery and collectables

Viewing 20th June 10am-7pm and morning of saleIllustrated catalogue available online from 14th June

Ross on Wye MOT Centre is a trading name of Monmouth Car Centre Ltd

TYRES & EXHAUSTSBATTERIES & BRAKES

The WorkshopCantilupe RoadRoss on WyeHR9 7AN

SERVICING & REPAIRS

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Unit 8, Stenders Business Park, Mitcheldean, GL17 0JE

Price includes � tting,balancing and VATPrice includes � tting,Price includes � tting,

Specialise in high quality used cars without a high price tag!

All cars HPI Clear, have Long MOT & 3 Months Warranty

Mostly Low Mileage, One Owner vehicles with a Large Diesel Selection

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Award winning Centre

All available through Wales Activity Breaks

Just off juntion 32 M4

Cwrt y Celyn Farm, Cardiff CF37 5BJ - 029 20 831658Tel/Fax (029) 20 832734 E-mail: hopkinsmith@btconnect.com

www.adventurewales.co.uk or www.walesactivitybreaks.co.uk

■ Quad Bike treks■ Junior Quad Bike circuit■ Gorge Walking

■ Teambuilding ■ Archery■ Climbing ■ ■ Speedboat rides

■ Pony trekking ■ Paintball

Customised itineraries also available by request