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THE OLIVER GOLDSMITH® SUNGLASSES CLASSIC COLLECTION
Oliver Goldsmith® Sunglasses have the most influential design heritage of any eyewear company still in production. Since 1926 the iconic British eyewear brand, whose aficionados include Grace Kelly, Audrey Hepburn, Michael Caine and Sophia Loren, has been instrumental in opening people’s minds to the idea that sunglasses are a key accessory to any outfit.
The international re-launch of the brand in 2005, led by Claire Goldsmith, Oliver Goldsmith’s great granddaughter, has seen its timeless designs reclaim their rightful place on the shelves of discerning high end boutiques, design stores and retail destinations worldwide.
Oliver Goldsmith has been described by the V&A Museum as the “originator of fashion eyewear”, and “to eyewear design what Vidal Sassoon is to hair and Mary Quant to clothes” . During the first era of the label’s popularity in the 1960’s, the sunglasses frequently appeared in the pages of every major fashion magazine – including Vogue, Tatler, Queen, Vanity Fair and Harper’s Bazaar.
Reborn for the 21st Century, the label has proved equally popular with today’s fashion cognoscenti and has been worn by contemporary trendsetters including Robbie Williams, Kylie Minogue, Jude Law, Jessica Simpson and Gwyneth Paltrow.
The Oliver Goldsmith® Sunglasses Classic Collection continues to grow with over 30 styles now available as Claire Goldsmith continues to release styles from the family private archive. By taking the exact designs from previous collections and combining them with the world’s most skilled production partners, Goldsmith remains true to the core values of her family business.
The Oliver Goldsmith® Sunglasses Classic Collection is stocked in:
Harvey Nichols, London SW1 – 020 7235 5000
Browns, London, W1 – 020 7514 001
HUNTER FOR WATERAID - GLASTONBURY 2010
Hunter collaborates with WaterAid to create a range of products aiming to raise awareness and funds for WaterAid, the international charity that works to provide clean water, sanitation and hygiene education for some of the world's poorest people .The Hunter for WaterAid collection includes, the Original Tall Hunter boot, with water droplets cascading down the side, the welly pouch to hold all of your festival essentials and the umbrella. The Hunter for WaterAid boot is available from www.hunter-boot.com
The Hunter for WaterAid boot is set to be the Glastonbury Festival essential, keeping the crowds dry, comfortable and stylish, while doing their share for this prestigious charity – the ultimate in feel good fashion.This year, Hunter will be running a welly shy at the Queen’s Head at Glastonbury, combining festival fun with raising awareness of WaterAid’s work. A spin on the traditional British Fayre’s Coconut Shy, participants will be invited to compete, knocking Hunter boots from their perch.
They will also be able to sign the WaterAid ‘Don’t let it Drop’ campaign which calls on world leaders to keep their promises to tackle world poverty. Currently one in eight of the world’s population lives without access to clean water and two fifths have no sanitation. Hunter boot has supported WaterAid since 2008. The partnership has generated over £45,000 for clean water and sanitation projects in some of the world’s poorest communities.
The money raised has helped to transform lives and help around 3,000 take their first step out of poverty. £10 from each Hunter for WaterAid boot purchase will go towards global water and sanitation projects where people need it most. Hunter for WaterAid - Glastonbury 2010
WE CAN WORK IT OUT...DOWNLOAD ORANGE’S NEW AND IMPROVED GLASTONAV TO FIND YOUR WAY AROUND THE GLASTONBURY FESTIVAL.
Orange GlastoNav launches on the iPhone for the first time
Orange today announced the launch of their new and improved Orange GlastoNav application, a free mobile app, which enables festival-goers to plan which artists they want to see at Glastonbury and navigate around the festival using the indispensable GlastoNav map. For the first time ever, an Augmented Reality version of GlastoNav will also be available for the iPhone during the week of the festival.
The free mobile service is now in its third year and has evolved in response to feedback from last year’s users as well as Orange’s twitter followers. This feedback has led to two versions of the application being produced, the java app which will be available across a range of handsets and the Augmented Reality iPhone application.
The Augmented Reality iPhone application engages the camera function on your iPhone to create a visual guide to the entire festival. Information is layered over the picture shown from your viewfinder, helping users navigate around the 1100 acre site. Festival goers will also be able to see who is playing ‘now and next’ on each stage and view the full artist line up for the duration of the weekend from the Guardian Guide. Essential festival facilities such as toilets, information points, cash machines and bars will appear as pop-ups on the map with ‘distance from’ indicators. In addition to these existing locations users will also be able to add their tent location to the map to create a GPS tent locator, ensuring they can always find their tent at the end of the night. Finally, the iPhone version of GlastoNav will also feature a 2D map with zoom functionality.
The Java application has evolved to become even more user friendly for 2010 by concentrating on the map and Guardian Guide line up functionality. Compatible across a broader range of handsets, Orange GlastoNav will feature a fully interactive festival map with stage line ups, pop up indicators showing who is currently onstage, bar opening times and guides to cool places to visit, higher spec phone users will also be able to zoom into the map. For those looking to discover new music across the weekend the app will feature a ‘Q Recommends’ section featuring the top established and up and coming bands per day.
Andrew Pearcey, Head of Sponsorship at Orange UK said: “GlastoNav is the best way to find your way around the Glastonbury festival site and make sure you and your mates don’t miss a thing. The brand new, innovative Augmented Reality app will also ensure iPhone users can find out a range of information from where the nearest toilet is to where they pitched their tents. The java app has also evolved for 2010 to ensure improved functionality and ease of use”
GlastoNav is available to download from today by texting the shortcode GLASTO to 65101 for the java application. The Augmented Reality iPhone version is available from the Apple App Store during the week of the festival.
For those looking to recharge their batteries on site, the Orange Chill ‘n’ Charge area will be returning for the duration of the festival with more charging points than ever, exciting new interactive elements and will also feature stripped back acoustic performances from established and up and coming artists.
SAFEGUARD YOUR MONEY WITH KALIXA PRE-PAID MASTERCARD
Kalixa pre-paid MasterCard is the perfect way to safeguard money whilst at a festival.
This easy to top up, pay-as-you-go MasterCard makes budgeting easier as you can top it up at any point as you go along, and it doesn’t carry the same risk as loosing a debit or credit card.
The Kalixa card is also running for the festival season with a limited edition VIP pouch that hangs around the neck making it safe to carry and signaling the end to wads of cash and bra-stuffing.<http://www.kalixa.com/>
HAMMERSMITHLONDON LAUNCHES SUMMER FESTIVAL AND OFFERS AND EXCITING SUMMER RETREAT IN THE HEART OF HAMMERSMITH
Londoners get a taste of the coast as Lyric Square is transformed into apop-up seaside resort – The Urban Beach
This week, HammersmithLondon are proud to announce the launch of their new Summer programme of events, which is set to be fun, interactive and entertaining for all.
The Urban Beach in Lyric Square features an artificial beach complete with traditional seaside deckchairs, ice cream gazebos and traditional farmers market.
Throughout the months of June, July and August, local residents can take advantage of the newly revamped Hammersmith themed deck chairs and enjoy a host of entertainment ranging from musical performances, circus acts, and live street performers.
Arun Sondhi, Executive Director of HammersmithLondon Commented “HammersmithLondonis keen to support the local business community and enhance the neighbourhood by providing entertainment throughout the Summer. The concept underpinning the Urban Beach is simple. We want the space surround Lyric Square to be a thriving and vibrant space for residents, visitors and local businesses. This is a perfect way to showcase our beautiful area and remind visitors that West London is a centre for creativity and enterprise.”
Other activities taking place in the Hammersmith Summer festival include an outdoor library in St Pauls Green, featuring children’s storytelling sessions, a number of classic board games and a relaxing reading area. Alongside this, in July, HammersmithLondon will also be launching an art exhibition at the Lyric, Hammersmith , which will feature local artwork together with weekly music nights at the popular HammersmithLondon Roof Garden..
7th June – 7th July- Big Screen in Lyric Square. Free film nights and deckchairs
14th June – 31st July- Lunchtime Enterianment at the Urban Beach in Lyric Square.
5th July – 5th September =- Outdoor Library on St Pauls Green. Free Library and board games.
21st July – 1st September- HammersmithLondon roof garden at The Lyric. Free Art Exhibition and music nights
Full details can be found at www.hammersmithlondon.co.uk
HammersmithLondon is a non-profit organisation.
MAKING BEAUTIFUL MUSIC IN THE WELSH HILLS
- The Llandeilo Fawr Festival of Music and Flowers enters 10th year -
Dubbed as “beautiful music performed by great artists in an idyllic hill-top setting” the annual Llandeilo Fawr Festival of Music and Flowers is in its 10th year this summer, with performances from the likes of The Swingle Singers, the BBC National Orchestra of Wales and Sinatra’s trumpeter Guy Barker.
The festival takes place from 10 – 18 July in the idyllic town of Llandeilo in Carmarthenshire’s Towy Valley, expect a tuneful week of top-notch music accompanied by lazy picnics, floral fiestas and rolling welsh hills.
Founded in 2001 by its current Artistic Director Julia Jones, the Llandeilo Fawr Music and Flower Festival has, since its very inception, sought to bring artists of truly international stature to this lovely corner of Wales. For one week each year, the small town presents a programme of musicians of international acclaim that have included Sir Willard White, Sir Thomas Allen, The King’s Singers, Nikolai Demidenko, Tasmin Little and Jamie Cullum.
Highlights of this year’s programme include:
· An opening concert from the Swingle Singers, the eight-voice a cappella group whose ground-breaking album Jazz Sebastien was released to worldwide acclaim in 1963. Four decades, 3500 concerts, 5 Grammy awards and 46 albums later, the group’s music has most recently been celebrated on TV hit “Glee”
· A big band evening at Newton House, part of the National Trust’s Dinefwr Park and castle estate in Llandeilo, The National Big Band of Wales features the entire brass section of the BBC National Orchestra of Wales, together with a handful of Wales’ best Jazz musicians and on vocals is Julie Dunn, one of the UK’s most exciting Jazz vocalists.
· Barker and Shaw at the Movies – Guy Barker Britain's acclaimed trumpet maestro, who accompanied Frank Sinatra on many of the great singers tours, returns to Llandeilo for an evening of movie inspired music at the boutique Cawdor Hotel in Llandeilo accompanied by pianist and vocalist Ian Shaw who has been described as one of the world's finest male jazz vocalists..
· A Sunday “evening in Vienna” from the opera company Opera Box, performing a new outdoor production A Viennese Whirl, on the lawns of the famous Aberglasney Gardens, evoking the magic and music of imperial Vienna and transporting audiences to the banks of the Danube.
The full programme also offers performances from the Allegri String Quartet and young Clarinettist Mark Simpson, a week long flower festival at the town’s St Telio Church, afternoon recitals and chapel concerts from a roster of renowned classical singers and musicians.
For those looking to pitch up for a night, a few days or the whole week, Llandelio and the surrounding areas offers wealth of resting places, some with special festival packages:
· The Plough in Rhosmaen, a charming four star boutique hotel, is celebrating the 10th year of the festival with a special offer. Enjoy a pre or post concert meal in its AA rosette award winning restaurant, accommodation and a traditional Welsh breakfast for just £99 per couple per night. Quote ‘Music Festival Offer’ when booking - http://www.ploughrhosmaen.com
· Ty Cefn Tregib, one mile from Llandeilo, is a beautiful country B&B in a converted threshing barn and stables set in 10 acres of woodland and garden. With rooms available throughout from £50 per room per night based on two sharing - http://www.tregib.co.uk
· The Glynhir Estate on the foothills of the Black Mountain and a short drive from Llandelio has a selection of stylish self catering cottages with availability over the festival period from £495 per week - http://www.theglynhirestate.com
· Camping enthusiasts can pitch their tent or park up their van at the nearby Abermarlais Caravan Park on the edge of the Brecon Beacons National Park. From £7 per night per pitch - http://www.abermarlaiscaravanpark.co.uk
The perfect location for a summer break, Carmarthenshire in South West Wales is home to spectacular mountains, rolling landscapes, secluded ancient forests and vast stretches of sandy beaches. Its wide open spaces, including Brecon Beacons and Pembery Country Park have long been active, outdoor holiday favourites packed with nature trails, castles and breathtaking walks. Adrenalin junkies can get their kicks river swimming, mountain biking, coasteering or kayaking on the Teifi and for the style-savvy there’s the boutique shopping mecca of Llandelio.
For further information the festival visit http://www.llandeilomusicfestival.org.uk, and for great holiday options across Carmarthenshire go to http://www.discovercarmarthenshire.com
HARVEST AT JIMMY’S, 11-12 September 2010
The Only UK Music and Food festival has added Jean Christophe Novelli and The Hoosiers to the line up
The Hoosiers are joining the Sunday music line-up at this year’s Harvest at Jimmy’s festival. Three years after they first stormed the charts with hit singles ‘Goodbye Mr A’ and ‘Worried about Ray’, The Hoosiers will be taking to the stage previewing their second album, ‘The Illusion of Safety’, which promises to push the boundaries of pop and sees the band moving more towards synths & dancefloor friendly beats.
They join the ever eclectic line up - On Saturday catch The Zutons as they stir things up with their effervescent hits such as ‘Valerie’ and The Futureheads as they rock the crowd with sing along classics and new tracks from their album released April 2010. Also radio royalty Jo Whiley will be playing her infectious and uplifting mix of must have tunes that will be sure to put a smile on your face as the sun goes down. Sunday boasts a more chilled line up with Newton Faulkner playing his hit ‘Dream Catch Me’and folk sensation Kate Rusby along with a host of others.
Food also takes a centre stage at Harvest. Jean Christophe Novelli, owner of The Novelli Academy, voted amongst the top 25 cookery schools in the world,has now been confirmed to run the Harvest at Jimmy’s cookery workshops where festival goers will be able to learn some priceless skills from the chef with no less than four Michelin stars. He will also be doing a chef demo so for those not lucky enough to get their hands dirty in a masterclass, will still be able to gather tips to make some impressive gourmet finishing touches, guaranteed to impress.
They join Thomasina Miers’ Wahaca, Oliver Rowe’s Konstam and Hugh Fearnley- Whittingstall’s River Cottage Canteen promising the ultimate pop up dining experience. Also Jo Wood and Arthur Potts Dawson with Mrs. Paisley’s Lashings is a genuinely innovative venture, offering an eco pop up restaurant experience with a difference. Michelin starred Angela Hartnett, the Hairy Bikers, Rachel Allen, Valentine Warner, Mark Hix, Tom Parker Bowles and Atul Kochhar also fill the foodie line up guaranteeing inspiring demos for all ages.
Let your imagination and taste buds run riot at this perfect end of the summer celebration of all things food, music and family. For latest line-up and tickets visit www.harvestatjimmys.com
LESS OF THE ROUGH AND MORE OF THE READY…
With many music festivals offering performances and activities to capture little ones’ imaginations, by picking the right festival and packing a few of these helpful items, parents and the kids can relax and all enjoy a few days of great entertainment.
Festival toilets can be daunting enough for adults so the last thing a parent wants is their child having to cope with them too. The answer is to pack a Potette Plus, a compact travel potty that’s invaluable for training mini festival goers but is also so sturdy it can be used by older children and even adults who may wish to avoid the loos! The absorbent biodegradable liners are fragranced and so slim that three can be stored on the Potette Plus at once, ready for immediate use. The special absorbent pad in the liner turns liquid to gel, making it easy to dispose of with no mess.
What’s more, this handy 2in1 product converts easily into a non-slip, durable toilet trainer seat – very useful for all ages to use on the festival amenities!
The Potette Plus is easy to transport as the legs fold flat and it fits neatly into its own hygienic carry bag, and a ‘Value Pack’ of 30 biodegradable liners is now available, ensuring no one need get ‘caught short’ during their festival experience.
Available from Bibs and Stuff in four fresh colours.
Visit http://www.bibsandstuff.com or call 01293 774924 for further details.
This year festival-goers young and old can enjoy a little night-time luxury with the ‘take anywhere, sleep anywhere’ inflatable Camping ReadyBed.
Designed to be extra comfy, durable and washable, this easy-to-use portable bed beats the usual festival sleeping arrangements hands down.
A ReadyBed won’t load you down either. This all-in-one mattress, pillow and duvet fit into its own neat storage bag - just perfect for chucking in the boot of the car. There’s no battling with foot pumps either - the battery operated pump gets your ReadyBed up and running in minutes!
And for those who like to sleep under the stars, this Camping ReadyBed features a useful showerproof outer cover!
So, if you fancy a weekend of live music with less of the ‘rough’ and more of the ‘luxury’, simply grab your ReadyBed ‘n go... !
SKULLCANDY HEADPHONES- PERFECT FOR SUMMER!
THE NEW LOWRIDER
The Lowrider is one true milestone in Skullcandy’s collection. Bold and understated at once, versatility is the key. The Lowrider it is designed to walk down mean streets, to provide the soundtrack to your riding or accompany you everywhere safely stashed in your bag.
The NEW Lowrider has undergone a block colour restyling and has shed the plastic surface for a mat, satin textured skin. Add plush soft leathery ear pillows, nylon cable and an integrated microphone compatible with iPhone and Blackberry to skip 2010 and upgrade your sound experience straight to 2011.
Whether colour clashing, full-on matching or “anything-goes” is your pick of the day, you choose, the Lowrider will follow.
The new Lowrider is available from June 2010 in Shoe Red (coral), Shoe Blue (sky blue), Shoe Purple, Shoe Yellow and Shoe White colorways.
TECH SPECS:
Speaker Diameter: 40 mm
Magnet Type: NdFeB
Frequency Response: 18 – 20K Hz
Impedance: 32 ohms
Max Input Power: 400mw
Cable Type: Nylon Braided
Cable Length: 1.2m
Plug Type: 3.5mm Gold Plated
Also available Holua inner ear buds which are the only headphones in the world made from wood and come in a hemp pouch- perfect for the natural, eco-warriers in us all.
We have a huge range of styles, colours and price-ranges from £29.99 right up to £250 DJ headphones-
http://www.routeone.co.uk and also HMV, other music stores, action sports retailers and some fashion boutiques.
GLASTONBURY MAKEUP MUST-HAVES FROM E.L.F.
e.l.f. (http://www.eyeslipsface.co.uk) has a gorgeous range of stylish yet affordable cosmetics available online, with prices starting from as little as £1.50.
Their Professional Shine Eraser is a pack of amazing little blotting sheets that instantly absorb oil, minimise pores and mattify shiny skin. They take up hardly any room in your bag and are perfect for on-the-go touch-ups whilst dancing around to your favourite band in the sun!
They cost £1.50 for a pack of 50.
http://www.eyeslipsface.co.uk/product~prodID~55.htm
In addition, e.l.f.’s Makeup Remover Cleansing Cloths are a festival essential. Each facial wipe gently and easily cleans skin to remove all traces of makeup and dirt, and even removes waterproof mascara. Infused with Aloe Vera Extract, they’re soft and soothing for even the most sensitive skin.
They cost £3.50 for a pack of 20.
http://www.eyeslipsface.co.uk/product~prodID~132.htm
Finally, e.l.f.’s Tinted Moisturiser is great for those heading to festivals this summer as it saves packing both a foundation and moisturiser! It’s SPF 15 formula protects your face against sun damage while leaving skin radiant and lightly hydrated. It comes in 7 different shades and costs £1.50.
http://www.eyeslipsface.co.uk/product~prodID~30.htm
GREEN, GLAM AND GORGEOUS FESTIVAL ESSENTIALS FROM NATURE’S BOUTIQUE
Festival season is here and music lovers everywhere are dusting down their tents and wellies in anticipation. Travel light this summer with these must-haves from www.naturesboutique.com - the Green, Glam and Gorgeous online store that delivers the best in natural, organic, vegan-friendly and cruelty-free beauty to your door.
NATURALLY HANDS FREE
Sativa Horizontal Hemp Shoulder/Camera Bag: £25.99
Safely stash your cash and valuables in this versatile cross-body bag made from durable and environmentally friendly hemp. Ultra compact but roomy too, it has multiple compartments, a keyring and an eyelet for your MP3 or mobile phone headphones. Leaves your hands free for holding beer!
NATURALLY FRESH
Green People Organic No Scent Deodorant: £6.84 - 75ml
Let’s face it - you’re going to get hot and sweaty – that’s all part of the fun! Whiffy pits, however, isn’t - least of all for your tent-buddy and the poor souls around you. This ultra-gentle natural deodorant contains organic Aloe Vera, Witch Hazel and Olive Leaf to keep you fresh and dry. Free from pore-clogging aluminium, Parabens, ethyl alcohol and artificial fragrances, it allows the essential process of perspiration but reduces the bacterial growth that contributes to BO. Put your hands in the air like you just don’t care!
NATURALLY FRESH FACED
Rawganic Facial Cleansing Wipes: £2.50 per pack (25 wipes)
Leave the cleanser and cotton wool at home and sweep away make-up and festival grime with these fragrance-free, organic cotton cleansing wipes instead. The strong, resealable pack contains 25 wipes with soothing aloe vera and reviving green tea. Mild and gentle, they effectively cleanse, tone and moisturise and avoid irritation by matching the skin’s pH of 5.5. A swift swipe with one wipe leaves skin so fresh and so clean!
NATURALLY SUNSAFE
Lavera Sun Lip Balm SPF10: £5.00 - 4.5g Use this beauty award-winning balm to keep lips protected from the sun. Nourishing Organic Jojoba, Almond and Sea Buckthorn Oils combine with natural minerals to keep your lips moisturised and protected against UVA and UVB rays – use it on your nose too! Sunburnt, dry lips and a bright red schnozzle is not a good look!
NATURALLY NOURISHED LOCKS
John Masters Organics Dry Hair Nourishment & Defrizzer: £15.66 - 15ml
Combat dry and frizzy hair with this leave-in treatment made from a blend of 100% certified-organic plant and essential oils that protect, moisturise and restore lacklustre tresses. Don’t let a bad hair day bring you down!
NATURALLY SUN-KISSED
MÁDARA Sun Flower Tinting Fluid: £21.95 – 50ml
Get a natural, sun-kissed look – even if the sun does a disappearing act! This multi-tasking tinting fluid illuminates and lightly moisturises face and neck, hides fine lines and imperfections, evens skin tone and gives low-level protection from UV rays. It contains ultra-effective organically grown herbal and flower extracts from the Baltics, such as St. John's Wort, plantain, chamomile, algae and rose water. Cocoa and jojoba moisturise whilst natural plant minerals and mica give skin a warm, shimmering glow. Ditch the foundation and shine on instead!
NATURALLY SAFE SEX
Fusion Condoms: £1.99 for a pack of 3
Ever since the Summer of Love in ’67, festivals have been synonymous with sexual freedom. These BSI kite-marked condoms meet international safety standards as set by the WHO[1] and are registered with The Vegan Society. Made from natural rubber latex and lubricated with skin-safe silicon oil, they come in chocolate, banana, strawberry and unflavoured. Go prepared - its better to be safe than sorry!
NATURALLY TANNED
Earth.Line Sunless Tanner: £12.99/100ml
Avoid looking like a giant carrot by using this BDIH-certified 100% natural tanning lotion for a totally natural golden glow from top-to-toe. Suitable for all skin types, the lotion contains Vitamin E plus vitamins, natural plant oils & selected herbs and sugar-derived natural tanning agents to build up a healthy, gradual tan. Reapply to prolong and deepen the colour. Leave the pale and pasty look to the Goths!
All products available online from www.naturesboutique.com or by calling 0845 045 1505.
[1] World Health Organisation
FESTIVAL ESSENTIALS FROM THE PRESENT FINDER
Fly Gun - Swat flies with this spring loaded gun fly swatter - £1.99
http://www.thepresentfinder.co.uk/products/fly-gun--swat-flies-with-this-spring-loaded-gun-fly-swatter
The Flygun is a cross between a flyswatter and a gun, and in the right hands is a deadly fly and mosquito killing machine! It’s better at killing flies than a normal fly swat and more fun
Shewee from Dragon's Den - £7.50
http://www.thepresentfinder.co.uk/products/shewee--a-brilliant-invention-which-lets-a-girl-go-like-a-guyoh-yes
AS SEEN ON DRAGON’S DEN and TOP GEAR: The Shewee enables girls to ”go” while standing up, without the hassle of having to remove their clothing. This clever device allows women to pee without removing clothes, sitting or standing. Forget bare bottoms when behind that bush on a picnic, walking, sailing etc, and no more worries about yukky loo seats or difficulty balancing over squat loos while travelling abroad. Reusable and machine washable, it comes in a resealable bag.
Ploo Box - The Portable Toilet Eco friendly Porta Loo as seen on Top Gear £19.99
http://www.thepresentfinder.co.uk/products/ploo-box--the-portable-toilet--eco-friendly-porta-loo-as-seen-on-top-gear
The Ploo is a lightweight, portable & reusable cardboard loo, made specifically for outdoor use. The Ploo Box has the following features: - It collapses neatly to a 35cm square flat-pack. - It comes with a cool carrying duffle bag .It comes with 10 degradable bags and a packet of tissues. - It takes easily up to 16 stone/101kg in weight - All the components are degradable. - The inner bag has an additive which reacts with the bag and its contents, degrading it to leave water and a little CO2 The Ploo is ideal for Festivals - No more portaloo hell . It’s made from 80% recycled card and is designed to be used again… again … and again!
Emergency Mobile Phone and iPod Charger Torch Recharge your phone or iPod £7.50
http://www.thepresentfinder.co.uk/products/emergency-mobile-phone-and-ipod-charger--torch--recharge-your-phone-or-ipod
At less than 3” (7cm) this mobile phone charger is small enough to keep in your pocket and will keep you topped up with an extra 2 hours talk time. It’s ideal for use on trains, boats etc, where mains power is not available. Simply insert one AA alkaline battery (or NI-MH rechargeable battery) into the charger and plug it into your phone or iPod with one of the adapters provided. Charging for 50-70 minutes gives up to 24 hours standby and 2 hours talk time on your mobile, or 4-5 hours playing time on your iPod. It also has a handy super bright LED torch!
Dynamo WindUp Torch 5 LED Torch Light with USB Charging and Panic Alarm £12.95
http://www.thepresentfinder.co.uk/products/dynamo-windup-torch--5-led-torch-light-with-usb-charging-and-panic-alarm
This smart red torch can be charged either from a USB port on a computer, or by more environmentally friendly means with its wind up facility. It gives 6 hours of light when fully charged from a USB, and for additional emergency back up light it can provide 10-15 minutes of light with one minute of winding; while three minutes of winding can give 60 minutes light! Simply unhook the handle from its slot on the side and wind to recharge. Then press the on/off switch, and the 5 LEDs emit a very bright white beam of light. It also has a panic alarm, comfortable finger grips and a hanging cord, and is supplied with the removable USB cable. Measures 18cm (7”) x 5cm (2”).
Solar Powered Charger - Juicebar Pocket Solar Powered Charger solar charger for mobile phones. £29.99 http://www.thepresentfinder.co.uk/products/juicebar-pocket-solar-powered-charger--solar-charger-for-mobile-phones
This pocket solar powered charger is the essential bit of kit for recharging mobile phones or other electronic devices. This is a great gift for anyone who loves gadgets, whether on a business trip in New York, back packing in the Andes or relaxing on a Caribbean beach. The Juicebar pocket solar powered charger contains a powerful 1500MAh high capacity battery that can be charged via a USB port or by exposing the solar cell to sunlight. You can also charge your devices directly from the sun via the solar cell. The pack includes 12 connectors for mobile phones, handheld games consoles such as Nintendo DS and Sony PSP and MP3 players, iPods and iPhones. The Juicebar pocket solar charger is incredibly small and light measuring just 11mm X 40mm X 93mm and weighing just 60 grams.
Dry Phone Waterproof Mobile Phone Pouch make calls without it getting wet £5.50
http://www.thepresentfinder.co.uk/products/dry-phone-waterproof-mobile-phone-pouch--make-calls-without-it-getting-wet
This 100% waterproof Dry Phone pouch keeps your mobile phone perfectly dry so you don’t risk ruining it by getting it wet or even sandy when on the beach. The clever triple seal system ensures protection even if immersed in water. Clear visual access allows for full use of the phone when sealed and full screening of calls you want to avoid. It also includes a handy neck cord. Size: 15cm x 9cm (6” x 3.5”).
Glow Loo Roll - you’ll always be able to find the toilet paper, even in the dark £6.99
http://www.thepresentfinder.co.uk/products/glow-loo-roll
Now you’ll always be able to find the toilet paper, even in the dark, with this new Glow in the Dark Toilet Paper!
MP3 Headphone Splitter - never share your headphones again! £7.50
http://www.thepresentfinder.co.uk/products/hijack-headphone-splitter
A handy accessory on journeys out with your friends or family. Simply plug the HiJack into your iPod, mobile phone or MP3 player, attach two headphones and share away. Carry it with you everywhere you go with its handy keyring attachment. You’ll never have to share your headphones again!
Money To Burn Firelighters - Light your barbecue with a burning wad of £50 notes! £9.99
http://www.thepresentfinder.co.uk/products/money-to-burn-firelighters
Cause a sensation with your mates as you casually light your fire or barbecue with a burning wad of £50 notes. Made from paper and slow burning wax, these firelighter are not only novel but practical and easy to use. Great for barbecues and bonfires. Money To Burn Firelighters burn for 15 minutes. Firelighter dimensions: 15cm x 35cm. Box contains 6 firelighters.
Fire Bucket Barbecue - a portable BBQ made from a firebucket £34.00
http://www.thepresentfinder.co.uk/products/fire-bucket-barbecue--a-portable-bbq-made-from-a-firebucket
Be the envy of your friends with this unique portable barbecue made from a fire bucket! Ideal for trips to the beach, picnics or whenever you require a smaller sized bbq! It is far superior to those disposable ones that almost always end in disappointment! Made of enamelled steel and fitted with a wooden handle, it is tough and resilient yet easy to carry around! It looks pretty cool too. Measures 26cm (10”) high and has a cooking area about 26cm (10”) across. Weighs about 1.5kg when not full of charcoal.
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