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CONNECTION
THE COMMUNITY MAGAZINE AND DIRECTORY FOR RESIDENTS OF KT20
may 2017 issue 108
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Bank Holiday Fun
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Tadworth Art Group
With two Mondays off thi s month, there’s double the amount of family fun to be had.
Latest exhibition and profile of local artist and member, Barry Sullivan.
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You may already have your will but solicitor Nicola Dudley explains why it might need changing.
Holistic Health
It’s Arthritis Care Awareness week this May. Elena with advice to ease the suffering.
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Fit for Life
PT instructor Jade Parsons on why the pain of DOMS after exercise is good for you.
P17 Lower Kingswood Village Fete Monday 1st May
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Legal Matters
Children’s Trust
Latest news from the children’s charity in Tadworth.
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Keystroke Associates
Latest techology tips from Keystroke Associates.
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May Bank Holiday fun for all the family
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rom theme parks to animals, miniature railways to miniature golf, there is something to keep everyone entertained in and around Surrey on these May Bank Holidays and Half Term. Bocketts Farm Park - Young Street, Fetcham, Leatherhead, Surrey, KT22 9BS This working farm offers something for all ages, from petting the young animals to riding around on a tractor and trailer. The pig racing is quite a sight and after all the excitement you can relax in the Old Barn Tearooms. Birdworld - Holt Park, Farnham, Surrey, GU10 4LD If feathers get you in a flap, then take a trip to Birdworld - a 26 acre park featuring hundreds of unusual species from penguins to owls. There is also a farm and an underwater world with piranhas and crocodiles. Aldershot Lido - Guildford Road, Aldershot, Hampshire, GU12 4BP.opens on May 24 and boasts three water flumes, a diving platform, toddler paddling pool and sandpit, as well as a picnic area. Go Ape - Alice Holt Forest, Near Farnham, Surrey, GU10 4LS Monkey around at this tree top adventure and finish literally on a high with a towering zip wire. Suitable for those aged 10 and up. Godstone Farm & Playbarn - Tilburstow Hill Road, Godstone, Surrey, RH9 8LX Llamas, goats, sheep, ducks and pigs are the stars of the show at this farm based in the Surrey Hills. There is also the chance to ride a tractor and plenty of other indoor and outdoor activities.
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Hampton Court Palace maze - East Molesey, Surrey, KT8 9AU Have an a-maze-ing time in the grounds of Henry VIII's famous Tudor palace. The grand outdoor puzzle was commissioned around 1700 and is now the UK's oldest surviving hedge maze. At a third of an acre in size, there's plenty of opportunity to get lost in its twists and turns. Hobbledown - Horton Lane, Epsom, Surrey, KT19 8PT Animals and adventure are the order of the day at this mysterical park full of wonder and excitement. Hobbledown also comes alive in a magical children's tale by Angela Kecojevic. Pirate Island Adventure Golf Hoebridge Golf Centre, Old Woking Road, Old Woking, Surrey, GU22 8JH A huge pirate ship dominates the crazy golf course, which promises a swashbuckling time for golfers young and old. There's also a chance to ride on a raft and putt alongside snakes and crocodiles. Surrey Hills Llamas - The Merry Harriers, Hambledon, Surrey, GU8 4DR Feel the llama llove at one of Surrey's more unusual attractions. The South American pack animals will guide you through the scenic Surrey Hills, encouraging even the most reluctant of young walkers. Thames Ditton Miniature Railway Willowbank, Claygate Lane, Thames Ditton, Surrey, KT7 0LE Open on Sundays and bank holidays throughout the summer, the railway runs services from 2pm to 5pm on two separate tracks.
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Get Fit For Life! Is it pain? Is it DOMS or are you doing something wrong?
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ain is not nice, but what if the pain you are feeling is doing you good? Exercise pain is a different type of pain but that doesn’t mean it feels nice. Some people enjoy the ache and sometimes it’s too much…. but in most cases it’s doing you good. Studies have found that people who exercise and stay flexible manage their pain much better than those who don’t. The most common area for pain is your lower back. Exercises for lower back pain can strengthen the back, stomach, and leg muscles. They help support your spine, relieving back pain. Always ask your doctor before doing any exercise for back pain, as some exercises may not be recommended and can be harmful. Exercise is good for low back pain but not all exercises are beneficial. Any mild discomfort felt at the start of these exercises should disappear as muscles become stronger. Always ask for help and think about if you are performing the exercise the right way. Exercise is there to help you manage pain better. There are different types of pain and some people don’t know the type of pain they are feeling. If you are doing things correctly and getting the right help you should not be causing damage. The idea that if you want to build muscle, get stronger or even lose body fat, you have to hurt is wrong. IT IS NOT GOOD! You should not be in pain! As I said, people don’t know different types of pain. If It’s ‘DOMS’ then it’s ok –
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it’s normal. Delayed onset muscle soreness, (DOMS) can occur when you do a new exercise and or change your exercise routine, but will decrease as your muscles get used to the new thing. When your muscles are required to work harder it is believed to cause microscopic damage to the muscle fibres, resulting in muscle soreness or stiffness and DOMS. The soreness is part of an adaptation process that leads to greater stamina and strength as the muscles recover and build. DOMS can last between three and five days. The pain, which can range from mild to severe, usually occurs one or two days after the exercise. This sort of muscle pain should not be confused with any kind of pain you might experience during exercise, such as the acute, sudden and sharp pain of an injury, such as muscle strains or sprains. You can exercise with DOMS, although it may feel uncomfortable you could focus on exercises targeting less affected muscles to allow the most affected muscle groups time to recover. Exercise is the best thing for pain. trust me, I know. Just do more! CALL JADE ON 07564525351 for more information, nutrition advice or plans and Personal Training or EMAIL: jadeptraining@hotmail.com LEGS, BUMS AND TUMS FRIDAY 9.30AM CHURCH HALL, BUCKLAND ROAD, LOWER KINGSWOOD, KT20 7DN.
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Art: an antidote to retirement boredom Profile of TAG artist, Barry Sullivan etirement sounds fine. The But things were about to take chance to finally do what you another exciting turn. Barry was always wanted and never had approached at the exhibition by the the time. But when Barry Sullivan Chairman of Tadworth Art Group retired he hadn’t reckoned on the (TAG) who asked him to join their stark realities. group as well. ‘I’d worked in the pressure cooker ‘This gave me a huge boost, with of the City all my career and the chance to exhibit at their very thought I could cope with anything, high quality art exhibitions twice then, suddenly, PANIC,’ he said. yearly and to meet their 30-odd ‘How do I fill my day?’ Barry had artists with all their vast talent and dabbled in watercolour painting in experience that I could only learn his 20s but due to work and family from.’ commitments he had given it up. And since joining TAG, Barry’s skills ‘I’d taken a course at Scola many have improved no end. Not only years ago and joined Sutton and with watercolour but acrylics, Cheam Art Group but I never coloured pencil and collage. All believed I was that good. Then, one things he had never tried before. day, I bumped into an old friend, ‘I can honestly say, my retirement Fred, who asked me if was still paint- has never been busier.’ ing. More surprisingly, he said that he had always liked my work and why didn’t I join Banstead Art Group where he was now a member. ‘I wanted to get out and do things, so, why not. They had an exhibition coming up and suddenly I found myself painting furiously. I entered eight paintings and to my astonishment I sold three of them.’
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Tadworth Art Group Summer Exhibition 12th-14th May
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ffordable artwork to suit all tastes and ages with over 250 paintings from 35 exhibiting local artists. We have everything from watercolours to oils, acrylics, pastels, collage, charcoal and pencil. Find an original piece of art to replace that tired old print above the fireplace. Cash, cheques and credit cards all welcome. Free entry,
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charity raffle, refreshments available. Peter Aubertin Hall, Elmore Road, Chipstead CR5 3SG Friday 12th May 18.30 - 22.00 Launch evening. Meet the artists over wine and nibbles. Saturday 13th May 10.00 - 18.00 Sunday 14th May 10.00 - 17.00 www.tadworthartgroup.org.uk
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Legal Matters
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Nicola Dudley asks: does your will need changing?
aving a valid will is better than not having one, however, it may be some time since you made your Will and it may need updating or revising. It is advisable to check on a regular basis that your Will still reflects your wishes. Circumstances change, the people you wanted to benefit five years ago might have died, you may have lost contact with them or they may have become involved in a bad relationship or have money problems. Your family arrangements may have changed, you may have become divorced, have had grandchildren or married. Your Will may NEED changing! • If you get divorced your Will will still be valid, although it will be interpreted as if your ex-spouse had died before you. The provisions you made to cover this event will come into effect. You may need to appoint another Executor. • A marriage or registered civil partnership will revoke a Will. Your estate will be distributed in accordance with the Intestacy Rules. This may not be want you want. It is possible to revive your Will by way of a Codicil rather than having to re-do the whole Will. A Codicil can also be used to make simple changes to your Will. • Following the Finance Act 2006, the way that gifts left to children are taxed has changed considerably. If you have left your estate to your children for them to inherit at an age in excess of eighteen then you should be aware of the possibility of additional tax on their inheritance which can be avoided by restructuring your Will. • If a beneficiary is in financial difficulties it may not be prudent to leave them your estate as it may go straight to pay off their debts. It is possible to protect their inheritance via your Will.
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• You may have had children since you made your Will and need to appoint Guardians to take care of them were you to die whilst they are still young. • Recent changes in the law relating to Inheritance Tax may mean that your Will is not as tax efficient as it was only a few years ago. It is a good idea to have any existing Will checked for tax efficiency. What can I put in my Will? Not only does your Will make sure your assets go to the people you really want to benefit but you can also: Choose someone you trust to make sure your wishes are carried out. Appoint someone to look after your children. Pass on heirlooms or items of sentimental value. Give cash gifts to friends, godchildren or charities. Reduce Inheritance Tax by gifting a percentage of your estate to charity. Record your funeral wishes. Set up a trust for a vulnerable person.
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The Children’s Trust charity launches new campaign
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ctress Emily Carey launched a new fundraising campaign, #MyBrave, at The Children’s Trust Easter Fair in Tadworth on Saturday 15 April. The event, which raised over £10,000, pushed Emily out of her comfort zone by challenging her to confront her fears, as part of the campaign which calls for supporters to do something brave to help raise money for children with brain injury. Known for her role as Grace in Casualty (BBC 1) and set to appear in the forthcoming film Wonder Woman, Carey took on a series of #MyBrave challenges which were open to the 2,000 members of the public who attended the event. The challenges included climbing a 24ft climbing wall, a claustrophobic cave experience, holding a creepy crawly and putting her hand in mystery ‘brave boxes’ which were made by children at the rehabilitation centre. The 13 year old actress who plays the young Diana Prince in the forthcoming Warner Brothers film, said: “I first became involved with The Children’s Trust when researching for the part of Grace Beauchamp in Casualty, Grace was to be involved in an accident and acquire a severe brain injury. I visited The Children’s Trust to meet families affected by brain injury and I was humbled by their strength and bravery. I am delighted to be able to support the charity in its work and be part of #MyBrave. Taking on a personal challenge to help raise
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money means everyone wins, and most importantly, the charity can continue its amazing work helping children with brain injury.” Every year more than 40,000 children in the UK are left with a life-changing brain injury as a result of an accident or illness. Specialist rehabilitation provided by The Children’s Trust gives these children the best chance at recovery. They confront some of the biggest challenges of their lives, trying to relearn the basic skills they lost such as movement, communication and feeding themselves. The Children’s Trust wants you to take on a challenge, and raise money for children with brain injury live the best life possible. Whether it’s a sponsored swim, abseil, or something totally unique to you. Find your brave, visit www.mybrave.co.uk for inspiration.
Actress Emily Carey after completing her #MyBrave challenge. Credit: Andy Newbold
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Community Noticeboard info@ktconnection.co.uk SOUTH NUTFIELD CHOIR COMES TO BETCHWORTH Songs of Sea and Soul On Saturday 13th May at 7.30pm South Nutfield Choral Society is coming to St Michael’s Betchworth, RH3 7DN, to perform an exciting and varied programme. This will include the premiere of five songs from Land of Dreams, a musical by jazz pianist Mark Hodgson reflecting on aspects of life in New Orleans in the early 20th century. The style is up-beat with a small band to accompany and featuring popular local vocalist, Tim Hain. There will also be classic songs from the swing era such as Ain’t Misbehavin’, Blue Moon and ‘S Wonderful, and finally, Donald Fraser’s wonderful new choral arrangement of Elgar’s Sea Pictures. Tickets £12, Students £6, under 10s free, available from 01737 843498 or email betchworthchurchmusic@hotmail.co.uk Tickets also available on the door. This will be a repeat of the choir’s concert being given the previous Saturday, 6th May at 7.30pm at Christ Church, South Nutfield, RH1 5NJ. All details as above but tickets for South Nutfield available from sncscontact@gmail.com or from choir members, or on the door. www.southnutfieldchoralsociety.org.uk
SUPPORT FOR WRITING Julia Rowlandson, SpLD Consultant and Trainer Sutton Dyslexia Association, The Friends Meeting House, 10 Cedar Road, Sutton A welcome return from an experienced speaker who will provide practical ideas to support writing, a skill that often proves difficult for dyslexic pupils and students. FREE admission. For further details, please contact 0870 8880048 www.suttondyslexia.org.uk To advertise in CONNECTION please call 01737 831498
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KADDS Spring Play 2017
Directed by William McKee
Thurs 1st – Sat 3rd June 2017 at 8.00pm
Kingswood Village Hall
Tickets: adults £10 Children £5
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