There are many reasons why a particular farm shop is your favourite but we want to find the best in the county.

Farm shops are hugely popular in Cambridgeshire with plenty of options for locals to try. For many people, they might even prefer to do their weekly shop at a farm shop rather than your average supermarket because of the high quality of the products and range of fresh ingredients found there.

Many farm shops across the county focus on providing customers with the best vegetables, meat, and sometimes ready meals to enjoy at home. Lots of farm shops also have their own cafés for people to sit and have a meal before shopping. Some can even be found next to a zoo, as in the case of Johnsons of Old Hurst.

CambridgeshireLive is asking you to let us know what the best farm shop is in Cambridgeshire. Whether it is the products or the extras like a café or playground for children to enjoy that makes a certain farm shop your favourite, we want to know.

You can nominate the best farm shop in the county by using our survey below. If the survey does not appear for you, you can open it in a different tab here.

She discovered the benefits of hypnotism and decided to pursue a career in using it to help people achieve their weight loss and healthier living goals

An Irish woman has shared her journey from school teacher to helping people achieve their goals.

Rosie Callaghan is a Clinical Hypnotherapist and also the owner of the Weight Loss Clinic. The Donegal woman was previously a secondary school teacher before she discovered her passion for using hynotherapy to help people kick their bad habits.

Her journey started when she used the method to give up smoking, and she ended up training in it and beginning the Hypnoslim programme. The programme, which is available from the Weight Loss Clinic, is a six-week course comprising of different hypnotherapy sessions, designed to reprogramme your mind to choose healthy foods.

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The idea is that the hypnotherapy will make you no longer want to overeat unhealthy options, but will gradually make you crave healthier options.

“First of all, people have to be willing to change,” Rosie told RSVP Live as she explained how the process works. “Most people who come to me have done all the diets, been dieting for years. When you’ve tried everything, you just have to be willing to go, ‘OK, hit me’.

“I ask them to give me an hour and a half of their time to allow themselves to relax. If someone isn’t 100% committed or willing to relax the mind, it’s not going to work. You have to quieten down the conscious part of the mind.

“If that conscious part of the mind is alert and working, it’s going to say ‘no, not going to happen’. It decides what suggestions get into the subconscious.

“Physical relaxation takes about five minutes and then there’s a 10 minute mental relaxation to allow them to relax the mind. Once they park everything, they allow me to put suggestions in.”

The suggestions are usually things like eating more nutritious foods, avoiding “junk” food, reducing portion sizes and general healthier lifestyle habits. Despite the fact it’s a six week course, the vast majority of clients maintain their healthy changes afterwards.

“I’ve been doing it six years and many people have never gone back to it [bad habits],” she said. “The vast majority of their habits will have improved. There will be some people who will go back to bad habits if the emotional part isn’t addressed.”

For Rosie, the biggest mistake she sees in people who want to lose weight but are struggling is relying on willpower alone.

“Willpower has only got a short term function,” she said. “That lies in the conscious part of the mind. Relying on willpower is pointless and if you want it to be a long term thing, you’ve got to change your habits.

“Stress is a big one that holds people back. It’s the biggest driver of emotional eating at the moment. Have a look at reducing stress because the body is so smart; if you feel like you’re in fight or flight mode, often you feel like what you need to do to help is eat.”

Often weight gain comes from deeper issues with confidence and self esteem, which Rosie also targets during her course.

“We do an anger release and forgiveness session,” she said. “We also do self forgiveness and getting back on your own team again. Get your self worth back and work on compassion for yourself because without it, you’re stuck in the same circle.”

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The Football Association of Ireland (FAI) intends adopting a more aggressive approach in recruiting players who were not born in the Irish republic, but are eligible to play for the Republic of Ireland national team.

That is according to the FAI’s new Director of Football, John Martin, who cited the example of Liverpool’s Conor Bradley as one who got away from the system.

Tyrone man Bradley, 22, has emerged as a prominent Premier League player but, although he was on Ireland’s radar, Northern Ireland capped him in 2021 and he now has 30 caps.

In his role overseeing Irish football, Martin stressed yesterday he will make it a top priority of his that eligible players cannot slip through the net so easily.

“Easy one isn’t he,” he said of Bradley. “Fantastic player and you hear second-hand stuff that he is a (Republic of) Ireland fan. Asking the question is the bare minimum we should be doing, whether they are based in Northern Ireland, Germany or the UK.”

In February, Chelsea prospect Chris Atherton delivered a blow to the North, whom he had represented at youth level, by declaring for the Republic.

In the days afterwards, Atherton and his family were then the target of abuse online.

The move was a coup for the FAI and and asked if they needs to be more aggressive in their recruitment of players, Martin said: “If they are eligible for us, yeah, for sure. It is not specific to the north but we have to make sure we are doing our job.

“We know there are kids out there who want to play for Ireland who haven’t been approached in the past. That’s not right. It’s making sure we have a presence and we understand all the players available to us, and that they are being monitored and tracked.

“That is something we need to be better at. You don’t want to lose out on a player that wants to play for us. We can’t have that.”

Meanwhile, Martin has confirmed that John O’Shea is on the verge of signing a new deal to stay on as Ireland assistant. But while he hopes to also keep Paddy McCarthy on the staff, he expects the well-regarded Crystal Palace coach will be in demand.

“Paddy will be part of our team until the point that maybe someone takes him away from us,” said Martin. “As it stands, he will be staying on but we’ll sit down properly at the end of Palace’s season. He’s huge for us.”

The FAI is close to appointing two new ‘lead coaches’ at Ireland underage level to work alongside James Scott, Keith O’Halloran and John Cotter. Three other coaches will partner up with Richie Smith and Mark Connors in a fluid pool of 10 working across the various youth international teams.

Former Ireland manager Brian Kerr said recently that Damien Duff should have a role with underage Ireland sides.

“I’d rather not go into names (of who has been interviewed) but I’m a big fan of what he did at Shelbourne. What he did was phenomenal,” said Martin.

“I joined the league as a player in 1997 and I think it’s the best achievement, winning that league with Shelbourne. He has a huge amount to offer the game. It will be interesting to see where his next move will be.”

Martin suggested that Heimir Hallgrimsson’s wish for a camp and international friendlies with League of Ireland players could be accommodated – but in May. The Ireland boss wants to do it next January, but will face resistance again from club managers. A tweak in the league calendar next year may be looked at.

Martin has no plans to “mandate and force through” the divisive calendar year at grassroots and amateur level, but will work with stakeholders who are keen to switch.

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Asian shares jumped and the price of crude oil was holding above $100 a barrel on Thursday as investors bet on hopes the U.S. and Iran will strike a deal allowing tankers to deliver crude from the Persian Gulf again.

Japan’s benchmark Nikkei 225 index jumped 4.6% to 62,243.88, while the Hang Seng in Hong Kong gained 1.2% to 26,531.35.

The S&P/ASX 200 in Australia was up 1.2% at 8,870.90.

In South Korea, the Kospi slipped 1.4% to 7,281.37 and traders sold to lock in profits after the benchmark jumped nearly 7% a day earlier to barrel past 7,000 for the first time.

Taiwan’s Taiex surged 1.7%.

On Wednesday, markets rallied worldwide after President Donald Trump said the Strait of Hormuz could be “OPEN TO ALL” if Iran accepts a reported agreement that the U.S. president did not detail.

Oil prices fell nearly 8% and the S&P 500 climbed 1.5% for its best day in nearly a month, setting a fresh record. The Dow Jones Industrial Average jumped 1.2%, and the Nasdaq composite rose 2%.

Early Thursday in Asian trading, Brent crude oil rose $1.06 to $102.29 a barrel, while U.S. benchmark crude oil gained $1.20 to $96.28 a barrel.

Oil prices sank Wednesday, and stock markets rallied worldwide with hopes that the United States and Iran are nearing a deal to allow ships to deliver crude through the Strait of Hormuz.

The price for a barrel of Brent crude oil, the international standard, fell 7.8% to $101.27, down from more than $115 early this week.

The effective closure of the strait due to the war has caused big trouble for the global economy because the conflict has blocked oil tankers from using it to exit the Persian Gulf. A reopening could allow oil to flow freely again and remove pressure on inflation that’s driving prices up for all kinds of products worldwide.

The price of Brent crude fell below $97 a barrel but then pushed above $100 after Trump threatened to start bombing “at a much higher level and intensity” if Iran does not accept the agreement.

U.S. stocks remained resilient despite the war thanks partly to strong profit reports by big U.S. companies for the start of 2026.

Chipmaker AMD helped lead the market Wednesday with a surge of 18.6% after it joined the list of big-name companies topping expectations for both profit and revenue. Its CEO Lisa Su said AMD benefited from continued growth from artificial-intelligence technology, which is demanding tremendous amounts of computing power from data centers.

Super Micro Computer, rallied 24.5% after likewise delivering stronger earnings than analysts expected. Nvidia, the chip company that became the poster child of the AI boom, rose 5.7% and was the single strongest force lifting the S&P 500 because of its immense size.

CVS Health climbed 7.6% after delivering better results for the first quarter than analysts expected and raising its financial forecasts for the full year. The Walt Disney Co. gained 7.5% after saying its “Zootopia 2” movie helped draw people to its streaming business, parks and cruise ships, while delivering a better-than-expected profit. Uber Technologies drove 8.5% higher after giving a bookings forecast for the spring that was higher than analysts expected.

Outside of earnings reports, companies with big fuel bills jumped on hopes that oil prices will continue to ease. That included gains of 6.8% for United Airlines, 6.8% for Carnival and 8.8% for Royal Caribbean.

All told, the S&P 500 rose 105.90 points to 7,365.12. The Dow Jones Industrial Average jumped 612.34 to 49,910.59, and the Nasdaq composite climbed 512.82 to 25,838.94.

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AP Business Writers Stan Choe and Matt Ott contributed.

Mike Short from Unison, which represents 50,000 early years workers, told MPs there were very mixed views among the workforce, saying while it is potentially helpful with the right safeguards in place, and can also protect staff against false allegations, it is no substitute for training and preventing things happening in the first place.

Crews remain at the scene

Five fire engines were called to a fire at a derelict farmhouse in Wigan. Emergency services were called to reports of the blaze at the junction of Common Lane and Ellesmere Street in Tyldesley on Wednesday evening (May 6).

Crews from Atherton, Hindley, Leigh, and Farnworth attended the scene.

A spokesperson for Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service (GMFRS) said: “Shortly after 6:20pm this evening (Wednesday 6 May), five fire engines from Atherton, Hindley, Leigh and Farnworth fire stations were called to reports of a fire at a derelict farmhouse at the junction of Common Lane and Ellesmere Street in Tyldesley, Manchester.

“The crews arrived quickly at the scene. Firefighters wearing breathing apparatus are using hose reels to extinguish the fire.

“Firefighters have been in attendance for around an hour and a half and remain at the scene.”

Aileen Armstrong, SRA executive director, strategy, innovation and external affairs, said: “When they work well, claims management services can benefit consumers. But we are concerned about poor practices and behaviours that are not looking after consumers’ best interest.

The closure order for 56 Langthorne Walk, just off Deane Road in Deane, comes after joint action by Greater Manchester Police, Bolton Council and Be One Homes, formerly Bolton at Home.

Officers say people living in the area nearby had repeatedly raised concerns about disorder and criminal activity.

Be One Homes’ head of neighbourhood safety services, John Molloy, said: “This action demonstrates how seriously we take reports of anti-social behaviour.

“We know the situation at Langthorne Walk has been affecting residents for some time, and by working closely with Greater Manchester Police and Bolton Council, we’ve been able to take firm action to bring it to a stop.

A previous closure order was granted at Blackshaw House, also in Deane (Image: GMP)

“We are committed to creating communities where people feel safe and respected. Where necessary, we will always use the powers available to us to deal with behaviour that falls below that standard.”

People living around Langthorne Walk have long raised concerns about anti-social behaviour, crime and drug use.

Back in August 2020, residents said an area of land behind the flats, including a car park, had become a haven for drug dealers.

They said that needles and laughing gas cannisters had often been found in the area.

The order was granted by Wigan and Leigh Magistrates Court on April 16 this year and will be in force up to July 16.

Over this period, entry into the house will be banned for anyone apart from authorised people like police officers or council officials.

Be One Homes, which rebranded from Bolton at Home earlier this year and acts as the borough’s biggest housing provider, says this is part of wider-ranging efforts.

In March this year, a similar closure order was granted for flats at Blackshaw House and Thornbank North, also in Deane.

This was part of a police and council operation aimed at tackling drug dealing and cuckooing, a practice where criminals take over the homes of vulnerable people.

Sergeant Oliver Cooper, of Bolton South’s Neighbourhood Policing Team, said: “This closure order is yet another example of the great partnership work we can achieve when we work together.

“It also shows that we will not tolerate behaviour which affects our communities, so please keep reporting your issues.”

Be One Homes has encouraged anyone concerned about anti-social behaviour to call them on 01204 328000 or report it online.

Members of the public can also call Greater Manchester Police on 101, 999 in an emergency or independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

The Dunelm Bryant Behind Sofa Storage Unit has been reduced from £249 to £199.20

Shoppers are snapping up a ‘brilliant’ storage solution that has been significantly discounted, with many highlighting how perfectly it slots behind sofas and into compact spaces. The Bryant Behind Sofa Storage Unit is currently priced at £199.20, reduced from £249, at Dunelm, offering customers a 20% saving.

Dunelm’s Bryant Behind Sofa Storage Unit is engineered to sit unobtrusively behind the sofa, providing concealed yet accessible storage without occupying additional floor space. It boasts an open top for convenient access while seated, making it perfect for storing remotes, phones and daily essentials within arm’s reach.

Integrated cable management keeps wires organised, while elevated compartments help sort smaller belongings and deeper sections accommodate blankets or larger items.

Styled with a wood-effect frame and contemporary metal legs, it merges functionality with a sleek aesthetic that complements most home interiors.

There are alternative options available on the market, however. For instance, suited to narrow corners is the Isla Tall Storage Unit priced at £118, reduced from £169, on Dusk’s website.

This particular model features ‘beautiful rattan features’ and comes in natural, cream, black or taupe finishes, ensuring there is an option to suit everyone. Dusk also stocks the Paisley Buttoned Round Storage Pouffe in berry, available at the same price of £118, marked down from £189.

Versatile and practical, this piece can serve as storage, a footrest, stool or even a coffee table. For those seeking mounted storage with visual appeal, there’s the Habitat Jessie Modular Wall Shelf in natural, priced at £150 from Habitat, reports the Manchester Evening News.

Crafted from solid wood and weighing 15kg, it’s designed to maximise vertical space without requiring multiple separate units. Meanwhile, the Bryant Behind Sofa Storage Unit has garnered impressive feedback on the Dunelm website, with one customer commenting: “This storage unit is incredible.

“The whole internal space is separated into different storage sections and there is not one inch of wasted space. We have it behind our sofa so we can use it as a slim table for holding drinks and anything else.

“We have a little one due soon and this has given us excellent discreet storage for toys, books, blankets and nappy caddy. So so pleased!

“It’s very easy to put together, but takes two and some time, but the instructions are so easy to follow.” Another customer remarked: “Excellent piece of furniture, we are using (it) behind an L-shaped banquette sofa in our kitchen to fill a gap – it makes it look intentional.

“The storage is a bonus.” A third reviewer noted: “This unit was easy to put together with good instructions – the worst thing was getting the stickers off after.

“There is plenty of storage and (it) sits nicely behind the sofa.” While no additional reviews exist for this particular storage unit, customers have shared their opinions of Dunelm as a retailer on Trustpilot.

One customer commented: “Despite an order hiccup, the team there sorted it out and my product was delivered and works well.” While another noted in a lengthier review: “Good in-store service and good measuring up for fitting service BUT delivery by DHL so far unreliable.”

The Bryant Behind Sofa Storage Unit can be purchased from Dunelm.