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Welcome to your Septemberissue of en MAGAZINE

Hello and welcome to the September 2014 edition of EN Magazine.

You may have noticed that autumn is nearly upon us, whether you have seen the changing colours in the leaves or the abundance of fresh crops ready to harvest.

In this issue we have included a couple of recipe ideas as well as a feature on autumnal gardening.

As children go back to school many are faced with having to make decision on where next, from moving to primary to secondary or secondary to further education or for some starting their first school. EN magazine investigates Ofsted Reports and what they mean. There is no getting away from it, we will all one day be faced with a funeral. But have you given it any thought or discussed the wishes of your loved ones? EN Magazine brings together some advice and plans to help you through this stressful time.

I hope that you enjoy reading this issue of EN Magazine. I appreciate your feedback on the magazine so that we can continue to improve. If you have any comments or suggestions please get in touch with me at [email protected]

Kind regards

DougDouglas LeePublisher, en magazine

Contents Page 4 - Local News and Events Page 15 - Health and Fitness - Fitness now Page 17 - Food and Cooking - Autumnal produce Page 19 - Education - Choosing where to study Page 22 - Special Report - Funeral Planning Page 24 - Gardening - Create a prairie Page 26 - Business - The right venue Page 27 - EN Directory, Local Trades and Services Page 29 - Showtime and What’ On

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After years of neglect and closure at last there is some good news for Chase Farm Hospital.

On the 1 July 2014 Barnet Hospital, Chase Farm Hospital and their associated services became part of the Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust, making one of the biggest trusts in the country.

The acquisition, which was approved by the Secretary of State, brought together the best in healthcare provision from both Barnet and Chase

Farm and the Royal Free to ensure patients across all the sites have access to world class care and expertise.

At the End of July a meeting of the stakeholder group set up as part of the Royal Free’s development of Chase Farm Hospital was held in Enfield.

The redevelopment is one of the trust’s priorities, following the acquisition of Barnet and Chase Farm hospitals at the start of this month. Many of the buildings at Chase Farm Hospital are in a poor

state of repair and the site urgently needs to be redeveloped to offer patients across all sites world class care in an appropriate environment.

Members of the stakeholder group, who met with trust directors at Holtwhites Sports and Social club in Enfield, including local MPs, councillors and representatives from local clinical commissioning groups, Healthwatch and the Enfield Over 50s Forum. The group will be invited to regular updates and can provide feedback as proposals develop. They can also share the developments with their communities and advise on local views.

At the meeting stakeholders heard from David Sloman, the chief executive of the trust, who described the “Royal Free way” of delivering services which were clinically led and excellently managed. David explained the values and governing objectives will underpin the Chase Farm Hospital redevelopment programme.

Professor Stephen Powis, medical director, described the various shortcomings of the site with its outdated and dispersed buildings spread over nearly 37 acres, creating numerous logistical difficulties for patients and the staff trying to care for them.

Andrew Panniker, director of capital and estates, described plans to build new facilities in a smaller area of the site, using the proceeds from surplus land sales to help fund the development.

The meetings will be held every eight weeks to keep stakeholders informed of programme developments and to hear their views.

Enfield North Mp Nick de Bois added “This investment in Chase Farm Hospital is very welcome and long overdue. We need modern clinics and modern wards to meet today’s healthcare needs but I am also pressing for an extension to the Urgent Care Centre for a fully staffed 24hr service and hope that along with the new facilities we can deliver this as well.”

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Following the success of Enterprise Enfield’s Pop Up Emporium which was open during February and March this year,

Enterprise Enfield will be opening another Pop Up Emporium on Wednesday 10th September – at the same venue 9 & 10 Savoy Parade, Southbury Road EN1 1RT (near Tesco’s Enfield Town). The Emporium, will be open from Wednesday to Saturday for 4 weeks from 10am - 5pm and will include a range of different traders and products. Many items will not be found in high street chain stores and will include handmade

products – such as gifts, jewellery, body products & treatments, homeware, clothing, accessories, arts and crafts. There will also be a pop up café within the shop – selling teas, coffees and delicious homemade cakes.

Pop up business owners invited to trade in the shop this time, are those who have signed up to one of Enterprise Enfield’s employability/ self-employment support programmes. Participants on these schemes, specifically for unemployed people in Enfield, have been given dedicated advice, and support to start their

own businesses, develop their business plans and marketing strategies, and the Pop Up Emporium will offer the chance for some to test trade their products in a high street setting.

Des Johnson, Enterprise Enfield’s Chief Executive said, “We are delighted to be opening our second pop up shop in Enfield in September. The Pop Up Emporium gives participants on our business support programmes an excellent opportunity to test out their products. Our Business Advisers have helped them develop their initial business idea, plan their business, calculate

cash flow forecasts and prepare their marketing right through to registering their business - this shop gives them a chance to start trading for a short period, without the commitment of renting premises. ”

If you are interested in starting your own business contact Enterprise Enfield to find out how to get free support to set up a new business - [email protected] or call 020 8443 5457 www.EnterpriseEnfield.org .

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BACK 2 SCHOOLHelp your child be well-rested for learning.

This summer has not been too bad this year but we know it’s time for the kids to go back to school as theyare starting to get grisly with each other.So we have got their feet measured for new shoes & new kit for games, new pens & pencils and of course thenew smart uniforms (well at least for one day).So as parents our job is done - it’s now up to the teachers or is it?

So as parents it’s our job to get their sleeping habits back on track. As adults we know the feeling of a longhard day if we have not had a good night’s sleep & rest. Getting them back into some sort of schedule willmake it easier on them to study & learn. Poor sleep leads to tiredness & fatigue can lead to problems withschool work, mood swings and health.

Here are some tips that might help

1. Don’t use the weekends to catch on their sleep once your child’s sleep schedule is on track, stick to it asbest you can.

2. Once you have established a bedtime, add in a routine “quiet time”. This allows you & your child tounwind and calm down. Also routines could be helped by including relaxing activities, such as bath timeand bedtime stories for young children or reading time for older children. Your mind tells your bodywhen to settle down – the more relaxed you are the better night’s sleep you’ll have.

3. Always try to keep a calm sleeping environment – dark room, not too hot. And obviously a goodcomfortable bed. After that, try to avoid modern day temptations which easily encourage you to stay uplater – TV, iPod, laptop, video games, and texting. Keep as many of these out of the bedroom as possible toavoid distractions.

4. Whenever possible, avoid eating late, and always avoid eating large meals before bedtime. It’s hard to sleepon a full stomach straight after a big meal. If you have to eat late, eat light.

5. Avoid caffeine based drinks – which includes tea and obviously coffee and colas, and other fizzy drinksbefore bedtime as this will hamper a good deep sleep.

6. All the above will help you greatly to get to sleep and get a good night’s rest ready for the next days lessons.But, if your child is sleeping on an inferior or worn out / collapsed or broken bed, do not be surprised, iftheir sleep, and in turn, their studies suffer. Your children are a miniature version of you. And again, thinkhow badly you perform the next day, and how grumpy you can be after a bad night’s sleep. So, when wasthe last time you checked / slept in your child’s bed to see how good it was? No wonder they always wantto get into yours! If it’s not good enough for you, then it’s not good enough for them.

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The Hertfordshire Showband has been invited to perform in the Lord Mayor’s Show on Saturday November 8th 2014. Based in Potters Bar The showband is one of the most successful marching and concert bands in the country. The 60 strong band is open to anyone able to travel to rehearsals in Potters Bar on Monday evenings.

The band plays popular

music often with ‘visual effects’ on the move! With a total repertoire of over 100 tunes to chose from the band tries to keep people entertained! Pieces from shows and films such as ‘And All That Jazz’, ‘Summertime’, ‘Jesus Christ Superstar’, ‘Theme from Rocky’, ‘Live & Let Die’, ‘Raiders of the Lost Arc’. Also Pop and Rock classics such as ‘Party Rock Anthems’, ‘All Night Long’, ‘Conga’, ‘I Love Rock & Roll’, ‘Stairway to

Heaven’. Of course when needed more traditional marches for parades are played.

Playing at festivals and carnivals in the UK and Europe, the band have had the honour of playing at many prestige events including the opening of The London Olympic Stadium back in 2012, Wembley Stadium for NFL and Saracens matches, Royal Albert Hall, Windsor Castle and many more. The band has also featured on television shows from time to time.Concerts are another way the band like to perform. Their summer ‘Concert on the Lawn’ is a picnic concert staged in Potters Bar, and was a great success. This year’s popular Christmas Concert, which is a mixture of Christmas Carols, popular Christmas music, and a few ‘party pieces’ will be in St Mary’s Church, Potters Bar, 3.45pm Saturday 20th December. Mulled Wine and Mince Pies will add to the occasion!

he band always welcomes new members of all standards. Our training Band for those who have recently started playing an instrument, and the senior band for those a bit more advanced. There are brass and percussion instruments available free on loan. Instruments in the band are – flutes, clarinets, saxophones, trumpets, horns, trombones, baritones, euphoniums and tubas, plus a range of drums, tuned percussion etc. The membership fee is currently under £150 per year!

The core age of the senior band is 12 to 40, the training band starts from 9 years old. Anyone interested should visit the band website, or call Terry Barnes the Bandmaster on 01707 760209.www.hertfordshire

Hertfordshire Showband in Lord Mayor’s Show!



Christmas…maybe the last thing on your mind in September, but with festivities only three months away let us tell you what we have planned....another fabulous N21 St Nicholas Fair on Winchmmore Hill Green, on Saturday, 13 December 2014 from 11 till 7pm. Ann and Hugh Humphrey who organised the last St Nicholas Fair of 2012, are back, and together with their team of dedicated volunteers they’re planning another spectacular event for the community of Enfield. The team of 15 organisers is planning a full day of sparkle on The Green, this time with 82 market stalls tailored for you to uncover gifts for all ages, delicious street food and of course some traditional festival tipples to enjoy whilst joining in with the various acts on centre stage. The day is sure to get you into the Christmas spirit! The Fancy Fair in summer 2012 and the St Nicholas Fair that December were such a great successes in no small part due to the drive and passion of the dedicated team who organised it. If you attended either of those events no doubt you will agree that they generated a buzz about The Green, both events brought more trade to local businesses and engendered a sense of community spirit.

Just as with the past events, you’ll be able to show your support for the chosen local charities who will be getting involved with the Fair. There will be a snowy Christmas corner where you’ll find Santa in his grotto, a Victorian merry-go-round, inflatable bouncy snowman, face painting and possibly even an elves’ tea party. So whether you’ll be looking to do your Christmas shopping, entertain the kids and keep mum and dad occupied, then The Green, Winchmore Hill is the place to be on 13 December 2014. The team is always looking for more volunteers, so if you or anyone you know is interested in either becoming part of the N21 committee to help out on our big day, would like to sponsor the event or you are crafty, creative and quirky, perhaps you would like to host a stall for the day, contact [email protected] .

Remember put the date in your diary and be amazed at the Fair – Saturday 13 December from 11 till 7pm.


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Are you interested in your community? Do you want to make a difference to what is going on in your area? Have you got some spare time?

If so then why not become a local councillor? Being a councillor is demanding yet rewarding so if you’ve ever wondered about how to get involved, now is the time. • Councillors help make

decisions about the way local services are provided and how council tax and government grants are spent so come along to our open evening where you can find out:

• what councillors do• what skills you need• how much time is

needed to fulfil the role and what allowance you will receive.

Councillor Harvey Cohen, Planning and Localism Portfolio Holder and lead for member development, said: “All sorts of people become councillors so regardless of whether you are a working or single mum, a student, a business person or anything else in between, if you want to learn more, please come along to this event. The aim is to encourage those who are currently under-represented to come forward – for example young people and women – but anyone with an interest is welcome. The open evening will be a great opportunity for people to speak to councillors from different political parties and find out exactly what the role entails.”

When: Tuesday 16

September, 7.30pmWhere: Hertsmere Borough Council Civic Offices, Elstree Way, Borehamwood, WD6 1WA To stand for election you must be:• 18 years old or over• a British, Commonwealth

or European Union citizen

• registered to vote in the borough of Hertsmere or have lived, worked or owned property in the area for at least 12 months before the election.

• And you don’t have to be a member of a political party as you can stand as an independent if you wish.

The event will focus on being a Hertsmere borough councillor as opposed to a councillor for a town/parish or the county council as these local authorities are separate entities and provide different services.

Hertsmere Borough Council is generally responsible for benefits, car parking, community safety, elections, environmental health, housing needs, leisure and parks, licensing, planning and development control, street cleaning and kerbside waste and recycling collections. To find out more about who does what visit www.hertsmere.gov.uk/whodoeswhat

To find out more about being a Hertsmere councillor please visit www.hertsmere.gov.uk/beacouncillor or book your place now - email [email protected] or call 020 8207 7423.


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September 2014 marks the third global World Alzheimer’s Month™, an international campaign to raise awareness and challenge stigma. Alzheimer associations around the world will focus their campaigns on advocacy and awareness with information provision, Memory Walks, media appearances and free memory screenings taking place across the globe.

The theme for World Alzheimer’s Month 2014 is ‘Dementia: Can we reduce the risk?’, focusing on ways we may be able to help reduce our risk of developing dementia with brain healthy lifestyles.

The world’s population is ageing. As of 2013, there are an estimated 44 million people worldwide with dementia. Nearly two thirds of them live in developing countries. This figure is set to increase to more than 135 million people by 2050. Much of this increase will be in rapidly developing and heavily populated regions such as China, India and Latin America.Dementia primarily affects older people. Up to the age of 65, dementia develops in only about 1 person in 1000. The chance of having the condition rises sharply with age to 1 person in 20 over the age of 65. Over the age of 80, this figure increases to 1 person in 5.

Alzheimer’s disease is the most common type of dementia. Dementia

is a collective name for progressive degenerative brain syndromes which affect memory, thinking, behaviour and emotion. Symptoms may include:

• loss of memory• difficulty in finding

the right words or understanding what people are saying

• difficulty in performing previously routine tasks

• personality and mood changes

Dementia knows no social, economic, ethnic or geographical boundaries. Although each person will experience dementia in their own way, eventually those affected are unable to care for themselves and need help with all aspects of daily life. There is currently no cure for most types of dementia, but treatments, advice, and support are available.

Dementia not only effects the suffer but their families as well, fortunately there is specialist help at hand. One local company that can offer support is Home Care Preferred.

Raksha Patel Community Relations Manager told EN Magazine “At Home Care Preferred we support our clients and their families suffering with this illness. We have one client who has live-in support and her son often goes on holiday with his family leaving the caregiver to support his Mother. We have another lady who was 101 this

year! She receives hourly support. When her son goes away he increases the support to a few hours at the weekend but feels happy knowing that Home Care Preferred are visiting his Mother, with this particular client we send him updates while he is away to keep him updated about his Mother”

For further information visit www.alz.co.uk or www.homecarepreferred.com


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Six parks in Hertsmere are still among the best in the UK – and that’s official! The announcement that Hertsmere has retained all six Green Flag Awards again this year means the council still has the highest number of Green Flags in the county.

Green Flags are a national standard highlighting quality green spaces which are well managed. A Green Flag flying overhead is a sign to visitors that a park or green space has the highest possible standards, is beautifully maintained and has excellent facilities.

The park with the longest running award history is King George Recreation Ground in Bushey which has held the prestigious accolade for an impressive 16 years. Not far behind is Oakmere Park in Potters Bar which has received the annual award a dozen times, Aberford Park in Borehamwood has held a Green Flag for seven years and Parkfield in Potters Bar has been awarded six times.

Cllr Jean Heywood, Hertsmere’s Environment

Portfolio Holder with responsibility for parks, said: “We are thrilled to be awarded with six Green Flags for yet another year, and proud to hold the most awards in Hertfordshire – what a great way to continue our 40th anniversary celebrations this year and mark Love Parks Week.

“We recognise that quality parks and green spaces are important to local people and essential to healthy, happy communities so we will continue to work hard to maintain these special places where residents can come together to rest, relax, play, exercise and have fun. Our parks offer a wide range of recreational activities to local people of all ages and are free to use. Let’s hope August brings us some nice weather so local communities can make the most of them.”

When visiting your local park please use the litter and recycling bins provided and pick up after your dog to help us keep it looking beautiful!

Cllr Heywood added: “We would not have this kind of success without the hard work and dedication of our parks team, our grounds maintenance contractor John O’Conner, Hertsmere Leisure which manages our parks events and our friends groups. The contribution of our volunteers is particularly special and I’d like to say a big thank you to everyone involved”

To find out more about Hertsmere’s parks visit www.hertsmere.gov.uk/parks, or call 020 8207 7519.


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Enterprise Enfield is running FREE Career Clinics for unemployed residents in Enfield.

The Clinics are held on Fridays at Enfield Business Centre (201 Hertford Road, Enfield, EN3 5JH). In the mornings, from 10am - 12 noon, the clinics offer help and assistance with online job searches, improving CVs and completing application forms. On Friday afternoons, from 1pm - 2m, representatives from local employers have been invited in to talk about career paths and recruitment processes in their particular industries. The following companies are scheduled to speak in September:

Barclays: Friday 5th September, 1pm - 2pmIKEA: Friday 12th September, 1pm - 2pmWates: Friday 19th September, 1pm - 2pm

The Career Clinics form part of Enterprise Enfield’s free employability support programmes (the Enfield Rises and Achieves Programme and Excel Enfield Programme), which are part-funded by the European Social

Fund (ESF) and Enfield Council and supported by London Councils. As well as CV and interview skills assistance, the schemes also offer a Back to Work Boot Camp designed to help people boost their confidence and enhance their team-building and presentation skills – to increase their chances of securing employment. In addition to employability support, the schemes offer expert advice and guidance to people thinking about becoming self-employed – this includes help to prepare a business plan, raise finance, manage accounts and marketing.

Anyone wishing to access the Career Clinics and employability support services must be living in the borough of Enfield, they must also be out of work and not be already receiving employability support from the Work Programme or an ESF funded programme. Anyone interested in receiving this valuable support should call Enterprise Enfield 020 8443 5457 to make an appointment to enrol onto a programme www.EnterpriseEnfield.org

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Fibromyalgia is a long-term condition that causes pain all over the body. Many GPs do not have enough knowledge of Fibromyalgia to give the correct advice and support. Realising the lack of knowledge and support for this condition, local resident and suffer of this ailment Sally Ainsworth has set up a support group.

“The group will enable people to share their thoughts and feelings knowing they are all experiencing the same problems,” said Sally, “I have already started a Facebook page which can be found under the

name Sally Ainsworth, Fibromyalgia and Me. This is a private group, for people living with fibromyalgia, to connect with this page and each other. It will be a secure group which will allow sufferers to talk freely and confidentially.”

As well as widespread pain, Fibromyalgia sufferers may also have:• increased sensitivity to pain • fatigue (extreme tiredness) • muscle stiffness • difficulty sleeping• problems with mental processes (known as “fibro-fog”) – such as problems with memory

and concentration • headaches • irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) – a digestive condition that causes stomach pain and bloating• depression

“Along with the facebook group I am launching Fibromyalgia and Me Support Group in Enfield. I am working with the Fibromyalgia Association (FMA UK), which is a registered charity established to provide information and support to sufferers and their families. The Association also provides medical information for healthcare professionals and operates a national helpline.”

“I hope to start with four support group meetings a year where speakers will talk on subjects such as:- How to cope on very little sleep, Pacing, Diet, Relaxation, Meditation, and Therapies can they help? Partners/families/friends will be invited to one of the meetings to discuss how they can support those living with Fibromyalgia. It can be hard to deal with the depression/low mood, the tiredness and lack of motivation that comes with the illness.”

Sally is also looking for local companies who would like to get involved with the group and offering sponsorship for the group to pay for room hire, speakers, therapists (massage/reflexology can help a person have a little relief from the pain for a while).

“A large number of people with Fibromyalgia cannot work or have to work part-time because they feel so ill most of the time, hence money is tight and they cannot afford the therapies that can help them to feel better even for a short while. If your business is interested in supporting the group please contact me on [email protected] this. In return my leaflets and advertising will have the company’s logo on them. Sponsors of the group so far are R & B Services and Chamberlains Estates.”

If you are living with Fibroymyalgia and would like to join the group and attend our first meeting please email me on [email protected] The first meeting will be on Saturday, 6th September 2014 at 9.30am until 1pm, when Caley Toomey, Senior Physiotherapist, Pain Management and Rehabilitation from the Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital will be talking on Pacing. Pacing is a tool that can be used to help try to reduce flare ups.

Fibromyalgia and Me, A Support Group in Enfield

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After the summer holidays of looking after the kids my wife declared that she need some “me time” and was going to book herself for some treatments at Champneys in Enfield Town.

Now that seamed like a fair deal but what about the fact that I had taken days off work to also look after the kids and give her a break!

Now I am not saying that she did not deserve a treatment and pampering, but when I looked back I had used two weeks of my holiday entitlement to take time off and take the kids off her hands so surely I was entitled to some me time as well?

Putting this to her in a delicate way, as I did not want her to think I was not appreciative of all her hard work and effort looking after the kids, I wondered what I could use as my “me time”; some time down the pub with my mates, a trip to a football match or a round of golf or two?

Well I was in for a shock, not only did she agree that I should have some “me time”, but that she would also book me a treatment at Champneys. Well this was not quite what I had in mind!

A couple of days later my wife told that she had given it some serious consideration and had booked me a full body massage at Champneys to help me relax and unwind

after looking after the kids. I think that she was trying to trick me, thinking I would not go through with it so she could have extra treatments, well I would show her, how bad could it be!

‘Walking into Champneys in Enfield Town for the first time, I was greeted by friendly staff and invited to relax in the reception area while waiting for my beauty therapist. Chatting to Jade the manager, she told me about 30% of their clients are men, many who come for the first time with a gift voucher and then return of their own accord. I wondered if this would be me as too. Jade also told me that the massages were the most popular treatments for men were as for women it is facials, manicures and pedicures although they do get a lot of requests for hot stone massages at this time of year.

My therapist, Tanya, arrived and lead me upstairs to one of the six treatment rooms. The treatment room has a relaxing environment with subtle lighting and gentle music. Tanya explained what the full body massage involved and the process the treatment would take.

Tanya asked if there were any areas that had problems or pain, and explained that each time she gives a massage it’s tailored to the needs of the client. Then it was time for my massage. Lying on the massage table with Tanya

manipulating the muscles in my back and shoulders created just one problem: trying to keep awake. The massage I had asked for included the use of deep tissue techniques and I could feel her getting right into my muscles and was extremely relaxing. After my back and shoulders she moved onto my legs before asking me to turn over to work once again on my shoulders and arms before finishing with a head massage.

After spending 50 minutes

in the care of Tanya, I can now see why a trip to the beauty parlour is something my wife enjoys. Leaving Champneys I felt relaxed and stress-free. Am I a convert? Maybe, but a trip back for an opportunity to relax and de-stress is on my agenda for the near future, but I doubt it will be at the expense of my wife next time.

For more information on Champneys and the treatments they offer visit www.champneys.com

Do Dads Deserve Me Time? by Allan George



The Age UK London Business Directory that will be coming to Enfield tosupport the needs of older people to live more independently, and to manage the problems that occur in their homes. The interactive online “Age UK London Business Directory” can be found at www.aubdlondon.co.uk. It has been designed to protect older people from rogue traders through connecting them with traders they can trust. The Business Directory service can be easily accessed by a free phone number 0800 334 5056 and is making its way across London and will be available in Enfield soon. Local borough Age UKs have told Age UK London there is a high

level of demand for this service, and that they are inundated with these types of requests. Some local borough Age UKs have provided small level handy person services, however there continues to be a demand for larger work to be carried out; main areas of need are builders, plumbers, electricians, roofers, decorators, gardeners and more. These are the service areas being addressed, with the addition of domestic cleaning and personal care, mobility products, healthcare products, food home deliveries, legal and financial services. As they receive enquiries, they develop the directory to meet the demand for older Londoners, with the aim of achieving pan London coverage.

With programmes such as Watchdog, Rogue Traders and Cowboy Builders on the TV, the majority of our older people no longer trust traditional directories as a source of trustworthy traders and businesses; they are often looking for a name they do trust such as their local Age UK Enfield. The Age UK brand is one of the most recognised brands in the UK and trusted by many older people. The Age UK London Business Directory works in partnership with the local borough Age UKs, with the intention of rolling out this service across London. The Directory is also a very useful resource to family members based elsewhere in the country and helps them to support their relatives in London. All of the traders on the directory have met face to face with a member of Age UK London staff and signed up to our customer charter - a set of guidelines on best business practices and fair trading.

In addition:

• We obtain and check copies of their public liability insurance documents and employers liability insurance documents.

• We independently contact previous customers of the business, to obtain verified references.

• We obtain supplier references where possible.

• We check registration with the relevant trade bodies, e.g. GasSafe

• The companies sign a waiver to allow staff from Age UK London to access their Trading Standards history if necessary.

Personal care services require additional checks such as being registered with the CareQuality Commission, their staff being Disclosure & Barring Service checked and having relevant safeguarding adults training.

For further information visit www.aubdlondon.co.uk

AGE UK Trader Directory Coming To Enfield

The Enfield Town Show returns to its horticultural roots in 2014, with a country- themed show for the whole family.

There will be craftmaking, Morris dancing, a ceili or two, summer sports, world and folk music, afternoon tea, ballroom

dancing and stalls galore offering crafts, gifts, food, homemade treats, books, plants and lots of local information. Not forgetting the famous Horticulture Competition where you will get the chance to see the biggest and best fruit and veg grown in Enfield, alongside the best honey created by

Enfield Beekeepers and extraordinary blooms grown by Enfield’s best horticulturalists.

Come along and be part of Enfield’s biggest event of the year.Saturday 13th September 11am – 7pmSunday 14th September 11am – 5pmTickets £3 | £2 Concessions | Children under 16 FREE This year the Horticultural competition prize giving ceremony will take place on

Saturday 13th September at 4pm If you would like to take part in the Horticulture Competition please visitwww.enfieldfestivals.com. The Horticultural Tent will remain open on Sunday 14th September for everyone to enjoy the exhibits.


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Have you enjoyed the summer? Perhaps you have been away and indulged a little too much and now need to get back into a fitness routine. Or with summer quickly drawing to a close and the autumn fast approaching you have thought about how you might continue with your exercise plans or even how you might introduce exercise to your lifestyle?

EN Magazine spoke to local fitness instructor and personal trainer Jennifer Maysmor-Gee from Trinity Health and Fitness to get some ideas on getting back in shape.

“I understand that you can find it difficult to fit all the things that you have to do into the only 24 hours that are available to you on a day to day basis. The one thing that you will always find most difficult is to look after yourself and that also means exercising too. All too often if something has to go by the wayside it’s the gym. So how can you overcome this problem? Well look no further, than down this page. Here you will find a short workout of 10 exercises that you can do at home in just 30 minutes. These exercises will kick start that motivation to get you moving and give you that all important me time. If you try it I am sure you will feel so much better about yourself afterwards.”

Quick and easy exercises you can do at home.

Short Circuit- Perform the following exercise in a circuit format.

Cardio exercisesJogging on the spot - Jog on the spot lifting the knees to hip height, arm bent at 900 and moving back and forth in coordination with the legs.

Strengthening ExercisesLower Body Exercise (Legs)

Calf raises – standing with feet hip width apart and hands on hips, raise up onto your toes lifting the heels off the floor. Hold for 2 seconds and lower heels back to the floor.

Squats – standing in front of a chair with feet slightly wider than hip width apart and hands on hips, bend at the knees and hips lower body down until you feel your thighs touch

the seat of the chair ensuring that heels stay on the ground. Push through the heels and raise the body back to standing. The further you stand away from the chair the further down you will go.

Cardio exercisesStar Jumps - Standing with feet together and hands by your side. Jump to take your legs apart and arms reaching up over your head. Jump and bring the feet back together again and arms down by your sides.

Strengthening ExercisesUpper Body ExercisePress ups – Laying on the floor face down, place hands under the shoulders and feet are on the toes. Push the body up off the floor until the arms are straightened, keeping the back flat (straight) then bend the arms, so that the body is lowered a few inches off the floor.

Tricep Dips – using the edge of a chair, place your hands on the edge of the chair with your hands turned towards the body and elbow facing back. Your legs are in front of you and bent at a 900 angle. Slide your

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bottom off the chair so that your hands are taking all of your body weight. Lower your body to the floor so that your arms bend at the elbow to a 900 angle. Then push up to straighten them again.

Press ups – Laying on the floor face down, place your hands under your shoulders bending the elbows. Your feet should be crossed over and off the floor with knees and thighs on the floor. Push yourself up so that your arms take your body weight and are straightened. Then bend the arms lowering the body near to the floor.

Cardio exercisesSpotted Dogs - standing with legs together and hands by your side, jump so that one leg is in front and the other behind and at a 90 angle, arms move back and forth in time with the legs.

Strengthening ExercisesCore exercisesAbdominal Raises - Laying on your back, legs bent with feet on the floor, straighten your arms out in front of you placing them on your thighs. Raise the upper body reaching for the knees with the finger tips. Then lower body back to the floor. Repeat movement

Oblique Reach – Laying on your back, legs bent with feet on the floor, straighten your arm out in front of you. Reach over to touch one knee raising the upper body off the floor then lower body back to the floor and repeat

movement on other side.Do each exercise for 45 seconds, giving yourself 15 seconds to prepare for the next exercise. Repeat 3 rounds of the exercises with 2 min rest in between each round.

Before undertaking any form of exercise consult your GP for a health check or advice on exercising

For information on how to continue with your exercise and how to progress the above exercise to improve your overall fitness and lose weight contact Jennifer of Trinity Health and Fitness on 07539272823 or alternatively email [email protected].

But if all this looks a little too strenuous why not try an exercise class including aerobics pilates, or body conditioning?

Valerie Burns runs local classes, “ Each session is for an hour and suitable for beginners and de-conditioned participants through to fitter candidates. The classes are suitable for both men and women.”

“The session will help you to attain improved strength, fitness, flexibility, bone density, immunity, stress levels and an enhanced sense of well-being. Whether you are aiming to lose weight improve your muscle tone, improve your posture, balance and suppleness, anxiety or just wish to maintain your present fitness levels, the classes will help to keep you motivated in and encouraging and friendly environment. Dietary and nutritional advice is always presented and sensible eating habits discussed and advocated.”

“Continual motivation and encouragement in the form of group exercises, and gradual increased physical activity with improved healthy eating habits are the key elements for a successful fat loss and maintenance programme.”

If you think you could benefit from these elements contact Val on 07944 843 296, www.pilatesinnorthlondon.co.uk

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Food and Cooking

With the arrival of autumn we are suddenly have an abundance of fantastic crops ready to pick. From apples and blackberries to squashes we are bestowed with great ingredients to rustle up some tasty meals.

One organisation that is working hard to promote UK produce is Red Tractor, and you have probably seen their logo on supermarket shelves.

Red Tractor is the largest food assurance scheme in the UK. They help ensure that the food you buy is traceable, safe to eat and has been produced responsibly – from farms to fork!

Red Tractor Week 2014 (15th-21st September), will see farmer, musician and food writer Alex James help raise awareness on changes to how schoolchildren will learn about where their food comes from.

Red Tractor has invited selected schools across the country to visit an assured farm during Red Tractor Week and see first-hand, farms in action. They have also launched a National Schools competition to get kids thinking about where their food comes from and why

it’s important to do so.

The week will be supported extensively by supermarkets,

food brands and restaurant chains.

Red Tractor will also:• Publish a series of recipes, which showcase the best

of Red Tractor ingredients.• Launch a UK wide social media photo competition

to win a luxury UK farm stay visit, just by spotting the Red Tractor logo.

• Release new research surrounding awareness levels about where our food comes from amongst British adults.

Alex James said, “The Red Tractor logo is easy to spot and it sends a very clear message - ‘Quality, food you can trust’. Looking for the logo is the simplest way to buy into sound farming practices; certified standards throughout the food chain, covering animal welfare, safety and traceability. Labels can be very confusing; the Red Tractor is the only one I look for.”

Visit www.redtractor.org.uk for more information and examples of why you can Trust the Tractor.or just simply look out for the Red Tractor logo.

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Here are a couple of recipes ideas to get you started:

RED TRACTOR’S BRAMLEY AND BLACKBERRY TRAY BAKE WITH VANILLA CUSTARD

Serves: 8Preparation time: 15 minutes Cooking time: 35 minutes

150g Red Tractor Assured butter, at room temperature200g Red Tractor Assured Silverspoon sugar

2 eggs1 tsp vanilla extractzest of one lemon175g Red Tractor Assured self-raising flour½ tsp baking powder1 large or two medium Red Tractor Assured Bramley apples, peeled, cored and dicedjuice of half a lemon200g (5oz) Red Tractor Assured blackberries2 tablespoons Demerara sugar

Instructions:Preheat the oven to 190°C. Line a shallow 20cm (8in) square cake tin or brownie tin with baking parchment.Cream the butter and sugar together until mousse-like and doubled in volume. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating between additions. Add the vanilla extract and lemon zest. Mix in the flour and baking powder.Toss the apple pieces in the lemon juice.Add half the apple to the cake batter and mix in.Gently mix in half the blackberries. Pour into the prepared cake tin. Dot the rest of the apple pieces and the remaining blackberries on top of the cake batter and sprinkle the Demerara all over. Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden and the centre is firm to touch.Leave in the tin for 10 minutes before turning out and allowing to cool completely. Cut into squares.

For the custard570ml/1 pint Red Tractor Assured milk55ml Red Tractor single cream½ tsp vanilla extract4 egg yolks35g/1oz Red Tractor caster sugar2 level tsp cornflour

Instructions:Put the milk and cream in a saucepan and heat until just before it begins to simmer - you will see tiny bubbles at the side of the pan and steam will start to come off the milk. Whisk the yolks, sugar and cornflour together in a bowl until well blended. Pour the hot milk and cream on to the eggs and sugar, whisking all the time with a balloon whisk. Return, through a sieve, back into the pan, add the vanilla, and heat gently until it is thick enough that a line drawn with your finger onto the back of a wooden spoon stays there. Pour the custard into a jug and serve at once or keep in the fridge covered with cling film and gently reheat to serve.

RED TRACTOR PORK AND APPLE BuRGERS wiTH PLuM AND GiNGER RELiSH

There’s no need to buy ready-made burgers when they can be this simple to make and delicious to eat. Plus, you can rest assured that when you have made them with Red Tractor ingredients, they are produced with responsible standards and sourced from British, independently-inspected Red Tractor farms.

Makes six small or four large burgers

For the burgers:450g minced Red Tractor pork 1 large or 2 small Red Tractor apples - Cox works well - grated on the large holes of a grater1 handful of dried breadcrumbs 2 tablespoons of fresh thyme leaves, picked from the stalks 1 tsp. of Dijon mustardPlenty of salt and pepper For the relish:1 tbsp. Red Tractor rapeseed oil 1 Red Tractor onion, finely chopped2 tablespoons peeled and grated root ginger 4 Red Tractor plums, stones removed and cut into dice 4 tsps. brown sugar 1 tsp. cider vinegarzest of one orangesalt and pepper Burger buns and your choice of garnish to serve

Instructions:Place all of the ingredients in a medium bowl and mix with your hands - or a fork, if you are squeamish - until evenly combined. To check the seasoning, make a tiny little patty of meat and quickly fry it until it is cooked. Taste and adjust the seasoning accordingly Shape into four to six, evenly-sized burgers. Put in the fridge to firm up. Meanwhile, make the relish: Heat the oil in a small saucepan. Add the onion and ginger and cook gently until the onion is soft - around eight minutes. Add the plums, sugar and 50ml cold water Cook until the plums have softened which will take around ten minutes. Add the vinegar and orange zest, and cook for a further minute. Season to taste (You can keep this in a jar in the fridge for up to two weeks)Grill or fry the burgers, depending on your preference Serve with the relish, in burger buns .


whether it is looking for a nursery or a first school, choosing a secondary education establishment or moving to further education, you will probably be in undated with views, opinions and information.

One way to try and gain some clarity into the performance of an educational establishment is looking at their Ofsted report. But what is an Oftsed report, what does it tell you and what should you look for?

Ofsted Reports What Are They About

Ofsted inspect and regulate to achieve excellence in the care of children and young people, and in education and skills for learners of all ages.

Schools are required to notify parents of the inspection and to include details of how they can pass their views to inspectors. Parents can ask to speak to inspectors during the inspection and inspectors will do what they can to accommodate the request as far as practical.

The inspection lasts no longer than two days, and the team will be from one to five inspectors depending on the size of the school. They will look at the school’s self-evaluation, consider the school’s performance results, and examine the previous inspection report to prepare before the visit. The self-evaluation form is used as the basis for discussion between the lead inspector, the senior team of the school and, where possible, the governors.

Once they are in the school, the inspectors will sit in on lessons and examine the way lessons are planned, among other things. At the end of the inspection they report on the school’s overall effectiveness, achievements and standards, and:• the quality of: - teaching and learning - the way it delivers the curriculum and other activities - the care, guidance, and support it gives - the leadership and management• the extent to which it

enables learners to be healthy

• the extent to which it ensures that learners stay safe

• how well learners enjoy their education

• the extent to which learners make a positive contribution to the school

• how well learners develop workplace and other skills that will contribute to their future economic well-being.

The governing body must send a copy of the report to all parents and carers of pupils at the school within five working days of receiving it. It must also make a copy of the report available upon request to members of the public. A charge, not exceeding the cost of reproduction, can be made for copies of the report.

You cannot learn everything about a school from an Ofsted report nevertheless they are a useful tool when considering educational options.

The Key Points that an you should look out for on an Ofsted report include:

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Number on roll This tells you how many children are at the school. This is a really personal issue; some parents dream of sending their children to a teeny village school, whereas others get the shivers at the very idea! Never assume that if it is a village school with, say, 70 on roll, that your child will be in a small class. This isn’t always the case as schools will mix year groups together, so the actual class sizes could still be around the 30 mark.

Description of the school Here you can read about the socio-economic and cultural mix at the school. How many children are entitled to free school meals is considered an indication of level of social deprivation. Personally I’m looking for a good mix here. Don’t get hung up on how many children have English as an Additional Language; many schools have extra support to help manage language issues. If your child goes to a school filled with languages and cultures to learn from they can only benefit. There may be something here on whether children are taught in mixed-aged classes. Don’t let this put you off – all classes have huge differentiation and children can learn very successfully in mixed-aged groups.

Inspection judgements When inspected the school is given an overall rating (Outstanding, Good, Satisfactory or Inadequate). Then you can see the judgment broken down into: Achievement, Quality of Teaching, Behaviour and Leadership

It is a matter of individual preference as to which elements are more important to you. You might feel that you could forgive, for instance, a Satisfactory in Achievement if Behaviour is Outstanding.

What the school needs to do to improve Reading this gives you an indication of the school’s shortcomings. Issues highlighted means that schools are having to work hard to improve these areas as Ofsted will be looking for improvements before their next inspection.

The New Curriculum

From September 2014 the National Curriculum will be changing. A major part of this change will be IT changing to ‘Computing’ as well as ‘levels’ disappearing to be replaced by more user-friendly language related to age-related expectations.

The aim of this overhaul seems sound enough. It has been done in response to U.K. students continuing to slip down international assessment league tables. Many parents have heard about this, and it is a matter that raises concerns.

Teachers and support staff will, of course, have already begun preparations for this and no doubt schools will ensure that the transition to this new curriculum is done with minimum disruption to students.

Busy parents may not have had a chance to fully absorb the implications of this. It is not too late.

Ask your child’s teacher; head of department or a member of senior staff at the school or find out for yourself.

Ofsted Beyond Schools

With all the changes to the curriculum many parents are turning to after school tuition. Although tutors are not subject to have an Ofsted inspection some choose to do so.

Shaaron Kingston from Kip McGrath Enfield and Southgate told EN Magazine, “There will always be debates about the relevance of Ofsted. We are voluntarily O Ofsted registered. For us, at Kip McGrath Education Centre in Enfield and Southgate, registration 3 years ago meant that our existing parents could access childcare vouchers or working tax credits when coming to us for Maths, English and Science lessons. For new parents it gives the peace of mind that we are offering a safe environment where we are under some of the same scrutiny as a school would be.”

Local authorities and Ofsted will continue to provide guidance and feedback about standards within a school. Every parent will ultimately look to Ofsted reports and league table information to inform them and influence their choices. But EN Magazine would still recommend taking the time to visit your short list of educational establishments, speak to teachers, pupils and even other parents to get further insights.

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Funerals are not the usual kind of every day conversation you have with your family – but perhaps you should.

Do you know what the wishes of your relatives are? From burial to cremation, to the music and flowers. These are just some of the decisions that have to be made at what is a very emotional time.

EN Magazine spoke to local Funeral Directors F Upson & Sons to find out more.

“When anyone walks in to our Funeral Directors in Enfield Town or Tottenham we are committed to caring for their family member regardless of race, age, religion background or financial need. With over 100 years experience trading as a independent Funeral Directors, I believe we have the understanding to help people through this emotional and often traumatic time.”

“We regard our positions within the company as a vocation, with a caring conscientious attitude to all aspects of the funeral arrangements, one may be assured of a high standard of professional and sympathetic service to our clients. Funerals may be personally arranged at your home if preferred.”

“We endeavour under all circumstances to provide full

and correct information about all the services that are available to you. Our aim is to listen and treat you with respect and courtesy in an effort to meet your personal needs, and to ensure that you are completely satisfied with the quality of service that we are able to provide.”

What should people consider when planning a funeral?

“When someone dies it comes as a great shock, sometimes the death may be expected, but nothing prepares you for the emotional shock of losing a loved one. As your local family-owned funeral directors, we are here to help and give personal advice in whatever way we can.”

“Whilst we endeavour to keep funeral costs to a reasonable level we are dictated by disbursements, such as grave fees or cremation fees.”

“Knowing what your loved one wants before coming to see us can save a lot of stress. Things to consider include:Burial or CremationReligionNumber of guests and number of cars requiredHearse, Horse and Carriage, Motorbike HearseSongs or Hymns”

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“Our professional advice is freely available on any problems which may confront you, these may include questions concerning fees, costings, distance funerals (both at home and overseas), legal requirements, documentations, differing religious practices, non-religious ceremonies, transport, press announcements, printing, catering, floral tributes, recording and forwarding of donations, plus any other personal concerns or requirements that you may have.:

“Many people take the time to plan for their funeral by taking out funeral plans. Although this is a good idea people need to understand what is involved in the plan. Unfortunately over the years we have had experiences where clients come in saying they want a horse and carriage and a number of cars and a burial, but the plan only covers a hearse and cremation.”

“We are able to offer prepaid funeral plans, payable in monthly instalments or in a single sum. This effectively guarantees that the funeral arrangements made will be carried out as specified by you at today’s prices in the future. Making such arrangements may relieve both financial and emotional burdens from your loved ones.”

If you are taking out a funeral plan you should consider all of the following

Does the plan allow you to choose the funeral director?What if your chosen director goes out of business?What happens if the person the funeral is intended for dies abroad or away from home?Can the funeral director arrange a funeral of a different standard from the one you have chosen?Could there be any other expenses for the funeral, and what happens if there are?Is it possible to cancel the plan if circumstances change,

for example if you’ve arranged for your spouse’s funeral but you later separate?Are there any cancellation charges?What if there are outstanding payments at death?If you pay by instalments, how long do you do this for and do you have to pay interest?What happens if there are outstanding instalments at death?What freedom do you have to change the details of your funeral plan?

If you take out a funeral plan then:

Make sure you have a written record of the arrangements and keep it safe. You should receive a plan confirmationMake sure your next of kin knows you have funeral plan and what the details are and where a copy can be foundCheck to see that the plan provider has a clear complaints procedure and is a member of the Funeral Planning Authority, the industry’s professional body. Members must follow its standards when dealing with you and when considering any complaints

“At Upson & Sons we offer a range of plans and are happy to discuss them with you”

“We would like to invite the local community to visit our Enfield premises on the 6th of September when we will be hosting a community event. Come and have a look around, find out about prepaid plans, have a ride in a horse and carriage or release a dove in the name of a loved one.”

For further information on arranging a funeral or funeral plans contact Upson & Sons at Enfield 020 8366 0999 or Tottenham 020 8808 1475

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As summer turns to autumn, traditionally-planted gardens can tend to look tired, faded and past their best. Classic flowers such as peony and delphinium are finished – the burst of spring and summer colour disappears.

It doesn’t have to be like this. Garden styles, or themes, are one way of prolonging the season of interest in your garden. One of the best is a style which has become known as ‘prairie planting’. It’s a naturalistic planting style pioneered mainly by Dutch plantsman Piet Oudolf, American landscape architects James van Sweden and Wolfgang Oehme and British garden designer Noel Kingsbury in the 1990s. Using swathes of gently swaying, rustling grasses shot through with drifts of tall, airy perennials it mimics the wild look of the American prairie lands. These grasses and late-flowering perennials are at their best from late summer through autumn, giving colour, texture, height and sound and the grasses and seedheads will provide structure as gaunt skeletons even through the winter. But it’s just as stylish in Oakwood as it is in Oklahoma. Especially as you can add native wildflowers and self-seeding annuals

for pence, which makes it good for anyone on a budget. Prairie plants often do best on poor soil, so can be useful in difficult areas of the garden such as stony ground or slopes. It’s a look that can be adapted very easily to British gardens to give a gorgeous, contemporary design that’s also very low maintenance.

Here are a few tips on how to create your very own back-garden prairie:

• Choose the right spot – prairie plants need sunshine and free-draining soil. Dig in lots of horse manure or compost beforehand, remember these plants can take cold but not waterlogging.

• Restrict your varieties – prairie planting needs repetition to be effective so limit your range of plants but plant them in large groups for maximum impact.

• Plant drifts of the same plant in waves which flow through the planting area. Avoid planting in dribs and drabs; this will break up the planting lines and look ‘bitty’.

• Plant the grasses first; these will form the backbone of the scheme. Be bold with your choice of grasses – tall Miscanthus look wonderful with frosted flowerheads in winter.

• Don’t make the mistake of thinking you can only put small plants in a small space – tall plants can make a small space appear bigger as they blur the boundaries while adding drama. Airy, see-through plants are also good as they add presence without bulk.

• Then add the flowers – flat-headed, spherical flowers work well with grasses as they contrast in shape and form. Choose varieties which flower at similar heights to help give that distinctive flat prairie look.

• Choose plants that look good after they have died back. Tall, spent flowerheads and seedheads can look magical sparkling in low winter light, and will also have provided nutrition and sustenance for birds and insects.

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• You can add spring and summer flowering bulbs to the planting groups to extend the flowering season if you want – camassias and alliums work well.

• Try not to cut plants back until late February or early March; apart from enjoying the winter interest that the dead flowers and stems can provide, they will also provide winter habitat for wildlife. This is how it would naturally be in the prairielands, so leave all clearing up until then, and then you can just chop it all down and it will grow back for the next year.

Here are my top 10 plants for perfect prairies everywhere:

1. Miscanthus – a large grass for structure, drama and fabulous flowerheads. ‘Malepartus’ is hard to beat; for something smaller try ‘Kleine Silberspinne’.

2. Calamagrostis x acutiflora ‘Karl Foerster’ – an erect habit with feathery flowers.

3. Stipa tenuissima – wispy stems and fluffy blonde flowerheads. Billows beautifully in the slightest breeze.

4. Rudbeckia – golden daisy-like flowers with chocolate-black cone seedheads.

5. Aster – small daisy flowers in colours ranging from pinky-lavender through violet to purple. Long flowering season.

6. Echinacea – the classic prairie coneflower. In shades of rosy-purple or try the fantastic new sunset coloured cultivars such as ‘Summer Cocktail’. The flowers are attractive to bees and butterflies.

7. Helenium – another daisy-like flower in shades of golden-copper to orange-red, with prominent cone-like centres. ‘Moerheim Beauty’ is a favourite.

8. Achillea – these have flat, plate-like flowerheads above ferny foliage. They come in many colours from yellow through terracotta to pink and wine, and the flower colours fade beautifully with age.

9. Knautia macedonica – deep crimson, pincushion-like flowers on slender stems. It has a tendency to sprawl, but this can be kept in check in a prairie planting, where it can be naturally supported by the other plants.

10. Salvia – architectural spikes of flowers in shades of blue and purple, above aromatic foliage. Combines beautifully with grasses and contrasts texturally with sphere and globe-shaped flowers. Loved by bees and butterflies. Try S. nemorosa ‘Caradonna’ with dark purple flowers and black stems.

For more inspiration, how about visiting one of the following gardens – all have great examples of prairie planting: Trentham Gardens (Stoke-on-Trent); Sussex Prairies (Henfield, West Sussex); Piet Oudolf’s Millennium Garden at Pensthorpe (Fakenham, Norfolk); Piet Oudolf Kwerkerij (Hummelo, Netherlands).

Amanda Clibbens-StoneyOwner of Amanda Clibbens-Stoney Planting DesignRHS and Capel Manor [email protected] 955002

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Choosing a venue for your business event can be time-consuming and often, rather stressful with all the pressure that comes with it. we’ve rustled up our top 10 tips on choosing the right venue for your business to give you that helping hand:

1. Location, location, location Your venue’s location is imperative and should be at the heart of your event planning. If people aren’t able to get to the location, due to lack of transport links, your ‘attendees’ will not be attending. Consider car parking availability and local accommodation too.

2. Event date, time and durationTiming is everything. Be sure to check your calendar as well as your attendees’ calendars. Pick a date and time that your guests are most likely going to be able to attend. Sounds simple but again, this is often something overlooked.

3. FormatHolding an exhibition? Networking event? Having guest speakers? Unsure whether to have ‘theatre’ or ‘cabaret’ styled seating? Enquire about the available room formats to ensure it caters for your requirements.

4. ReputationThe image of your venue choice is vital. Research the facilities, staff and client feedback. If the service is good, your attendees are more likely to enjoy the event and give positive feedback.

5. Is the price right?Anyone can plan a great event with unlimited funds but

when financial resources are limited, the venue must fit within your budget. Don’t be afraid to shop around and get a few quotes for comparison.

6. AmenitiesWhat amenities and equipment will you require? A screen projector? Wi-Fi? Take a look at what’s available to you to make sure you’ll have access to everything that you need.

7. MenuGetting the food and beverages right can have a great effect on your attendees’ overall event experience. Does your venue have an on-site cafe? Can they provide food catering? Investigate the options and research their customer feedback.

8. Ease of accessConsider disabled guests and any accessibility facilities that they might require. You’ll want to ensure that every attendee is accommodated for and made to feel welcome.

9. Size is everythingToo little or too much space can cause adverse problems. Have a good idea of the expected number of attendees you’ll be having and choose a venue that can accommodate accordingly.

10. The visitAlways visit your prospective venue. No matter how confident you might feel about the venue, there may be hidden secrets that can only be unveiled by an in-person visit.

Looking for somewhere local? The Wenta Business Centre – Enfield’s first-class facilities are ideally suited to meet your company’s requirements for interviews, seminars, conferences, meetings and networking events.

To discuss your event requirements further or to view the centre, please email [email protected] or call 020 8350 8520. www.wentabusinesscentres.co.uk

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Magic of MowtownWednesday 1 October and Thursday 2 October 2014 ~ 8.00pmMillfield TheatreSilver Street, Edmonton, N18 1PJ ~ Tickets: £25Box office 020 8807 6680 millfieldtheatre.co.uk

Celebrating 50 years of UK number one hit singles, the Magic of Motown brings its brand-new 2014 REACH OUT® Tour to town. Songs like Dancing in the Street, My Girl, Where Did Our Love Go, My Guy and Baby Love rocketed Motown to the top of the singles charts in 1964, says show producer Michael Taylor.

“Incredibly, 100 more Motown No1s followed worldwide,” he says. “The Magic of Motown 2014 Reach Out Tour brings to the stage 36 of these chart toppers back-to-back in one critically-acclaimed production.”

Direct from the USA, The Magic of Motown promises five-star performances that will authentically revive the style and sophistication of everyone’s favourite Motown legends.

“This year we’re proud to announce that the show will include more number one hits than ever before,” says Michael. “Come and celebrate 50 years of number one hits,” he says. “With the Reach Out 2014 Tour, the

magic of Motown is truly coming to town.”

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SHOWTIMEThank You For The MusicFriday 17th October – 2014 – 7.45 pmMILLFIELD ARTS CENTRESilver Street, Edmonton, N18 1PJ ~ Tickets: £20.00 Online: £19.00Box Office: 020 8807 6680 millfieldtheatre.co.uk

Celebrating the 40th anniversary of ABBA’s Eurovision triumph, hit stage show Thank You for the Music is coming to town.

An all-new, Spandex and sequins spectacular is promised for 2014. The cast will take live music fans back to 1974, to the night when Bjorn, Benny, Agnetha and Frida arrived as pop music superstars by winning the Eurovision Song Contest with their self-composed song Waterloo. They were that night’s glittering winners – ABBA literally lit up the Brighton Dome, sparkling in sequins and tottering about in silver 6in-heel platform boots. And that was just Bjorn and Benny!

The ultimate tribute concert show revives all of ABBA’s chart topping hits, including Dancing Queen, Super Trouper, Mamma Mia, Thank You for the Music, Take A Chance on Me, The Winner Takes It All, Chiquitita, I Have A Dream, Gimme, Gimme, Gimme and, of course, Waterloo.

In addition to an authentic live tribute to ABBA, Thank You for the Music also features show stealers The Magic of the Bee Gees. The trio, backed by a live band, perform original Bee Gees’ hits like Staying Alive, Massachusetts, Night Fever and How Deep is Your Love as well as million-sellers penned for other artists by the Bee Gees including Islands in the Stream, Heartbreaker and Chain Reaction.

WIN WIN WINEN Magazine has 2 pairs of tickets to giveaway just answer the follwoing question.Thank You For The Music stars an authentic live tribute to Abba and which other million-selling super group? Send your answer to [email protected] or EN Magazine 63 High Street Potters Bar EN6 5AS by Friday 26th September.

Country SuperstarsThursday 25th Sept 8pmWyllyotts Theatre, Wyllyotts Place, Darkes Lane, Potters Bar, EN6 2HNTickets: £16, £15 concs, £14 grps 10+Box Office 01707 645005 www.wyllyottstheatre.co.uk

This show is hosted by Sarah Jayne who has been performing as Dolly Parton for over 22 years and is Europe’s Leading Tribute to the Queen of Country - Dolly Parton. Sarah Jayne and Award Winning Vocal Impersonator Andy Crust take us on a journey back through time meeting some of the most influential icons who shaped Country history and the music. The show features Patsy Cline, Johnny Cash, Billie Jo Spears, Kenny Rogers, Willie Nelson and John Denver - Characters may vary. Each artist not only looks and sounds like the Country Star they portray, these professional performers

transform themselves through hours of practice at their craft. Every detail is taken into consideration from script, choice of songs, hair, make-up and mannerisms, as well as professional costumes and props. Kenny Rogers himself named and stated on his website that Sarah Jayne and Andy Crust's Tribute To Kenny and Dolly IS Europe's Leading Tribute Act.

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Enfield Art Circle Exhibition02 September 2014 - 28 September 2014Forty Hall, London EN2 9HA11:00 - 17:00The Enfield Art Circle Autumn Exhibition presents a selection of works in wide ranging media inspired by the changing influences not only, of the ‘season of mists and mellow fruitfulness’ of John Keats but of the world we inhabit and how we interpret our vision which we hope will delight, provoke and give you pleasure. www.fortyhallestate.co.uk

Enfield at war: 1914-1918Enfield Museum, Dugdale Centre, EN2 6DSEnfield Museum presents a FREE exhibition marking the centenary of the First World War.From bombing raids by German airships to wounded soldiers returning from the front, this was a dramatic and life-changing chapter in Enfield’s history. This year, Enfield Museum is putting on an exhibition to mark the 100th anniversary of the start of the First World War. This exhibition will look at how the war affected the residents of Enfield - both in the trenches and on the home front. It will also delve into the important roles and contributions to the war effort of those living within the borough.

Street Dance At Forty Hall 4.15 - 5pmEvery Friday (19th & 26th Sept, 3rd, 10th, 17th & 24th Oct)First Session: Free. Next 5 Sessions: £20 Per ChildEver wanted to bust some moves on the dance floor to the hottest new songs?

Join Fiction Dance as they teach you to dance like a pro while building confidence and getting fit! Students will also have the opportunity to perform at the Rainton Pageant and The Lord Mayors Show in October.For 6 – 12 year olds.Booking Essential! Contact Jo on 07790 855 652 or [email protected]

Jo Collins & Friends20 September 2014Chickenshed Theatre Bar, 290 Chase Side, Southgate, London.20:30 - 23:30 £11 on the door or £9 in advance.Jo Collins is an immensely talented singer-songwriter and is Director of Music at Chickenshed. Backed by her in-house band, Jo plays a thrilling set of eclectic covers taking in pop, soul, funk and folk. During the evening guest are also welcome to take to the stage for a song or two as part of this fun, relaxed and highly enjoyable Saturday night event. Tickets: www.chickenshed.org.uk or 020 8292 9222

Back 2 Nature Sunday 21st September 2014 Leave the urban jungle behind and join us on this second walk that takes us back to nature and further explores what the wild can provide us with to survive. The food, shelter and resources are there, providing you know where to look! Meet 10:00am at the main car park near the Cockfosters Road entrance. (approx. 12:00pm finish). No need to book. Distance: No more than 3 miles.

Trent Park History and Mystery – Halloween Special! Sunday 26th October 2014 Join walk leader Alan Mitellas on a tour that explores some amazing history and takes a closer look at the ghosts and legends of Trent Park. Learn about the mystery of Camlet Moat, as well as the ghost of the ‘Robber Baron’ who is thought to haunt the park, among others. Why not come along in the spirit of Halloween and dress in costume? A stunning accompanying booklet can be downloaded free of charge from: www.enfield.gov.uk/trentparkhistory ttMeet 4:00pm at the main car park near the Cockfosters Road entrance (approx. 6:00pm finish). No need to book. Bring a torch. Distance: no more than 4 miles.

Chickenshed’s 10K Challenge + 3K Family Fun Run 201405 October 2014Chickenshed Theatre, 290 Chase Side, Southgate, London, N14 4PE 10:00 - 13:00£8 Adults or £4 Children (5-16 years*) The Chickenshed Challenge is a fantastic way to get fit and help to raise money for a local charity - last year just

under 200 people took part, raising £10,000 for Chickenshed.The 10K multi-terrain route gives you the opportunity to challenge yourself to compete for your personal best against other runners or to take a more relaxed approach and jog, walk or cycle from Chickenshed through a beautiful trailed track in Trent Park in Enfield. This is an open race catering for the competitive athlete and fun-runner alike. The 3K route goes through Bramley Sports Ground and is accessible for all, including wheelchairs and pushchairs, or for those who would like to be part of a smaller fun run or challenge. Family teams are welcome. Please see www.chickenshed.org.uk for more information. Enter online at Entry Central or complete one of our entry forms.

The Big Draw at Forty Hall Saturday 4th October 12noon – 3.30pm FREEDraw giant insects at this family-friendly workshop inspired by artist Matthew Pagett’s exhibition ‘Top to Bottom, Karen Lodges Here’ (on until Sunday 2nd November). Delivered as part of The Big Draw with opportunity to meet the artist. For 5 – 11 year olds, children must be accompanied by an adult.

REGULAR EVENTS AND CLUBS

Southgate and Enfield Friendship CentreWe meet once a month on the first Monday (except Bank Holidays) at Ruth Winston House 190 Green Lanes. We have regular talks of various interest, quizzes and self contributing meetings as well as a lunch club. We are a small but friendly crowd and welcome new members. Entrance £1.50 per night

Edmonton Camera Club Meets at Millfield House Arts Centre N18 1PJ, on Mondays at 7:45pm between September and June. We pride ourselves on being a very friendly club and invite visitors and potential members to attend 4 meetings before subscriptions become due. For more information contact John McAndrew on O2O 8920 6551, email [email protected] or find out more about the club and our 2014/15 programme by looking at our website www.edmontoncameraclub.co.uk

Potters Bar Flower ClubThe PBFC meet the 2nd Wednesday of every month (exc. August) at King Charles the Martyr Church, Dugdale Hill Lane, Potters Bar. Demonstrations most months. Visitors always welcome (£5 a meeting). For further information please contact Diana on 01707 658016 or

Enfield Borough Police 020 8807 1212 Crime Prevention Office 020 8345 1102 Crimestoppers 0800 555 111Neighbourhood Watch 020 7963 0160Anti Terrorist Hotline 0800 789 321Hertfordshire Police 0845 330 0222

Enfield Council 24 Hour Contact No 020 8379 1000Hertsmere Council 020 8207 2277Hertsmere Out of Hours 0845 300 0021Welwyn & Hatfield Council 01707 357 000Welwyn & Hatfield Out of Hours 0800 111 4484

NHS Direct 0845 46 47Chase Farm Hospital 020 8375 2999Barnet Hospital 020 8216 4600North Middlesex University Hospital Switchboard 020 8887 2000Potters Bar Community Hospital 01707 653 286 Age Concern Enfield 020 8375 4120

Alcoholics Anonymous 0845 769 7555Gamblers Anonymous 08700 50 88 80 Narcotics Anonymous 020 773 0009

Childline 0800 1111Cruse Bereavement Care Helpline 0870 1671677Samaritans 0845 790 9090

RSCPA 0870 555 599924 Hour Emergency Vet 01992 762699

Three Valleys Water Freephone Leakline 0800 376 5325Thames Water Freephone Leakline 0800 714 614National Gas Emergency Service Freephone 0800 111 999London Electricity Freephone 0800 0280 247

National Rail Enquiries 08457 48 49 50Congestion Charge Phone Line 0845 900 1234

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Radio EnfieldRadio Enfield broadcasts music, news, quizzes, interviews and items of local interest 24 hours a day to patients in Chase Farm Hospital on channel 1, and can also be heard on www.radioenfield.co.ukRecord request programmes are broadcast every night from Sunday to Friday at 8pm and can be telephoned in on 020 8363 6000 or emailed to [email protected]

Enfield Poets (formerly Salisbury House Poets) meet at the Dugdale Centre, Enfield Town, on the first Saturday in the month, 7.30 p.m. start. £3.50 entrance, £2.50 concessions. November Guest Poet: Anne Marie FyfeDecember: Anthony Fisher demonstrates reading poetry to a jazz background with Special Edition. Poets from the floor are welcome to have a try.

Edmonton Camera ClubMeets at Millfield House Arts Centre N18 1PJ, on Mondays at 7:45pm between September and June.We pride ourselves on being a very friendly club and invite visitors and potential members to attend 4 meetingsbefore subscriptions become due. For more information contact John McAndrew on O2O 8920 6551, email [email protected] or find out more about the club and our 2014/15 programme by looking at our website www.edmontoncameraclub.co.uk

Enfield National Trust Association meet twice monthly, one afternoon at Holtwhites Sports & Social Club and one evening at either Enfield Grammar School or Enfield County School, Holly Walk, Enfield. We have summer outings, London outings, concert & theatre outings as well as lectures.Please ring Peter on 020 8363 1568 for details.

Merlin Magical Society,Little Heath Parish Hall, Thornton Rd. P. Bar.EN6 1JJ.Meets fortnightly Thursday evenings. 01707 654606 for details. .

Enfield Civil Service Retirement FellowshipMeets once a month, and has speakers of various kinds, often with slides, and we are open to both ex civil servants and non Civil Servants.We meet at St Andrews Church Hall, Silver Street, Enfield EN1 3EG on the 1st Monday of the month [2nd Monday if a Bank Holiday] at 10am for a 10.30 am start. For details, please contact Sue Sims 020 8245 4723 or [email protected]

Enfield Classical Guitar Society We meet 8:00 every Friday from September.  Please see websiteenfieldclassicalguitarsociety.org.uk

Potters Bar &’District Photographic SocietyWyllyotts Centre Potters BarMonday’s 7.45pm to 10pm.Contact Ann on 01438 832504Competitions, lectures, practical sessions; we are a keen group of amateur photographers of all abilities. New members very welcome.

Enfield & District Fuchsia Society Now in our 47th year.Meet at Capel Manor, Bullsmoor Lane, Enfield. 2nd & 3rd Wednesdays of each month7-45 - 9-45 pm. Demonstrations, talks, advice, regular speakers.Beginners warmly welcomed.Free entry to our show, in July.Christmas party in December.For further information tel: Roy Fenwick 020 8292 6965 orMark Mendes 020 8368 6670

Enfield RSPB meet once a month at St Andrew’s Church Hall, Silver Street, Enfield @ 7.45pm for lectures, quiz evenings, etc & have monthly mid week walks, coach outings & two “birding” holidays a year.Check our website; rspb.org.uk/groups/enfield/news or ring Pauline on 020 8363 1568

Cuffley Floral Art ClubWe are a friendly flower arranging club meeting every 2nd Tuesday in the month (except January and August) at Cuffley Hall, Maynards Place from 8pm-10pm. Doors open from 7pm, visitors always welcome. For more information ring Jackie 020 8441 3663 or Val 01707 889447

Enfield Over 50s Computer Clubmeets first Sunday of every month at St John’s Hall, Strayfield Road, off Theobalds Park Road, Enfield EN2 9JP from 10.30am to approx 3.00pmOur website is www.enfieldcomputerclub.com or phone Eric at 0208 366 6162

Oakmere Bridge ClubHeld at Wyllyotts Centre, Darkes Lane Potters Bar every Monday,7.30 p.m. to 10 p.m. We are a small friendly club and would welcome new members. We have vacancies for improvers and intermediate players We play Chicago Bridge. Interested? Then contact Robert 01707 658677Janice 01707 850983

Potters Bar Film Makers Wyllotts Centre, Potters Bar Alternate Thursdays 8.00pmContact Penny 01707 656446 or John 01707 872210www.pottersbarfilmmakers.com for amateur cinematographers. Programme includes editing, filming techniques, competition evenings, social functions

Grange Park (Evening) w. i. would love you to come and join us at 7.30pm on the first Monday of every month at The Orchard Room Grange Park Methodist, Church Old Park Ridings, Grange Park N.21, when we have a speaker or a quiz and make bookings for social events such as theatre outings etc. If you are interested please phone Jan Barker on 0208 367 0988.

Enfield Camera Club meets at Trinity Church Hall Thursday evenings at 8 pm. New members are always welcome. Alternatively they can contact the club through the website www.enfieldcameraclub.co.uk or email to [email protected]. The subscriptioin rate is £32 for the

full season - Visitors are asked to pay a £1 visitor’s fee,

The Rotary Club of Enfield Chase Meets on Thursday mornings from 7.30am until 8.30 am in the Coffee Lounge, Enfield Baptist Church, Cecil Road, Enfield Town. For more information call 020 8366 4046

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Latin and BallroomCombining the elegance of Ballroom with the dynamic Latin American dances these nice ‘n’ easy fun introductory classes will ease even the most hesitant first-time dancer floor with confidence. WEDNESDAYS 8:00 – 8:45 Improvers/Intermediate Class8:45 – 9:30 Beginners Class9:30 – 10:15 Social Dancing for all levels St Thomas’ Hall 79a Prince George Avenue Oakwood N14 4SN Car park is at the rear of the building. Call 07960 736925 for details

Winchmore Folk Dance Club meets every Tuesday morning in term time in the lower hall at Grange Park Methodist Church N21 2EU between 10am and 12 noon to enjoy English Country Dancing. Led by experienced callers, dances range from the 17th Century until modern times. Each session costs £2.50 which includes refreshments. Beginners welcome. For more information contact John Wood on 020 8926 7293

Mr or Mrs SextonTel: 01707 874577Meets at: St Stephen’s Church, Bush Hill Park, London, EN1 2ET Meets on: Mondays: 1.30pm-4pm.Details: A friendly social group with a mixture of Ballroom, Latin American and Sequence Dancing

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