This must be one of the hottest and longest winters on record and it certainly has been idyllic for those who have visited The Swan at Streatley. This riverside hotel has a charm of its own in its setting and provides a romantic location for wedding receptions.The marquee wedding reception of my daughter Kathy to Phill was a huge success and a tribute to the staff of The Swan at Streatley who organised and conducted this perfect occasion. It was such a success that The
Swan at Streatley is proposing to add a Marquee Wedding Package to its wedding brochure for 2004. (All enquiries to 01491 878800).

With Christmas fast approaching The Coppid Beech and The Swan at Streatley have planned some very special entertainment for the
festive period. Page 3 tells you how you can enjoy an evening filled with fine foods, music and enjoyment.

The ski holiday season is upon us so why not get into that Après-ski mood at our ski centres following a ski tone-up or lesson on
the slopes.You can also enjoy fondue and oompah evenings where you can party the evening away with your friends.

Are you thinking about hitting the slopes this winter? If so, head for your nearest John Nike Leisuresport ski and snowboard centre and let their experts prepare you for your holiday.

All the five centres – in Bracknell, Chatham, Llandudno, Plymouth and Swadlincote – are geared up to welcome you for the new ski and snowboard season.

Each centre offers expert all-ability tuition for groups (families, friends or school groups) and individuals (who can join a group or enjoy private lessons) in skiing, snowboarding and snowblading.

You can check out their credentials for yourself at the Daily Mail Ski and Snowboard Show at Olympia from 24 October to 2 November.

John Nike Leisuresport instructors will, once again, be teaching youngsters from 10 years of age on an artificial snow slope at
the show. They will be able to have a 20-minute taster lesson and meet Polo, the John Nike Leisureport mascot.

On the stand adjacent to the slope, staff from John Nike Leisuresport centres will be giving away goodies, the chance to enter a competition to wina snowboard and discounts on lessons booked at the show. Another way to receive discounts on both lessons and practice sessions at any of the John Nike Leisuresport ski and snowboard centres, as well as getting money off products at Leisuresport World stores, is to join the Alpine Club. Ask at any of the centres’ receptions for more details.

And for those who would rather swap their skis for ice skates, the John Nike Leisuresport Centres at Bracknell and Bristol are ready to entertain you. Join in public skating sessions, take lessons or, for younger members of the family, book a skate party, complete with refreshments and disco.

Winter timetables for all the John Nike Leisuresport Centres are now available. To get a copy call the number of your local centre
or click here and choose the centre near you.

In August, Jubilee Bathroom Supplies’ showroom at John Nike Way, Bracknell, went through a major refurbishment programme which has restored the company to its rightful place among the leading bathroom showrooms in Berkshire.

Top brands such as Utopia Furniture, Kohler, Showerlux, Matki, Saneaux – to name but a few – are on display to all visitors.

Paul Harrison, Manager, said:“We have come a long way over the past couple of years and feel that we are now one of the finest showrooms in the area because of the range we display.”

For details on Jubilee’s design and fitting service, or supply only, contact Paul on 01344 789411.