The Yateley Online Magazine October 2014 by The Yateley Online Magazine

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A Note from the Editor Hello and welcome once again to The Yateley Online Magazine. As it is the spookiest of months, we have decided to make this issue Halloween themed to help you get into the spirit. We bring you a guide to hosting the most terrifying of Victorian dinner parties, a super spooky photo of the month gallery and a spine chilling spooky story for the little ones (suitable for ages 6 and up). All spookiness aside, we’ve also collected some fantastic articles for you this month. We give you the scoop on the filming of the new upcoming blockbuster ‘Criminal’ on Blackbushe airstrip and take you back to the last big release filmed there - ‘Rush’. We also have a fascinating article by local wellness coach Katie Shorrock debunking some of the most common myths about our metabolisms. We’ve also scattered in some local news, event reviews and a celebrity visit to bring you a beautiful issue that you can’t put down. We are also really pleased to be introducing a new monthly feature into the magazine - an IT agony advice column by local IT specialist Martin Horswood. If you have a question about IT - whether it’s big or small, send it in to us, and you will see the answer featured in the next issue! As always we love to hear your opinions about local events - and if you have an issue you would like us to talk about or an event to promote please get in touch and we will do our best to help. Get involved in the conversation! @YateleyMagazine

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Criminal

Yateley takes centre stage in the filming of another Holywood blockbuster. 10

Are You Abstract?

Metabolism Myths

Wellness coach Katie Shorrock looks at some myths and truths about your metabolism. 18

Hosting a Victorian Halloween

Local App developer ‘Come Die With Me’ give us their thoughts on hosting the perfect Halloween party. 23

A Star Visits Yateley

Former Southampton FC and England star Matt Le Tissier opens the new astroterf pitch at Frogmoor Leaisure Centre. 25

Fleet Phoenix

The local charity have resurfaced to offer a fantastic new range of workshops for young people in their brand new employability skills training centre. 4 The Yateley Magazine | October 2014

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New Allergy Regulations

Compulsory food allergy labelling could mean a major change for caterers. Hampshire based consultant Caroline Benjamin of the Food Allergy Training Consultancy tells us about the changes, and how they could affect us. 30

I.T Agony

Student Journalist - David Ellis

Ghoul School

Photo of the Month

What’s on in Yateley

The Yateley Directory

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Images by Charles Haye

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Filming for the new blockbuster film ‘Criminal’ commenced on Blackbushe airstrip on the 22nd of September, to the excitement of local residents. The airstrip, which is usually frequented by dog walkers and cyclists, is currently cordoned off to allow privacy for the filming, as well as a safety net for the public. The action packed thriller follows a cat and mouse chase between the CIA and an unpredictable and dangerous convict, who has had the memories and skills of a deceased CIA agent implanted into his head. The scenes to be filmed in Yateley are mostly action scenes, which will include gunfire, car action scenes and chases, and even aircraft and helicopters. This futuristic adventure is directed by Ariel Vromen (who brought us Ice Man and Jewel of the Sahara) and features an all star cast including Ryan Reynolds, Tommy Lee Jones, Kevin Costner and Gary Oldman. Nick Oliver, the location manager for Criminal, has issued these words to Yateley residents: ‘For now may we thank you in advance for your patience and cooperation with our production.’ He continues with - ‘So much of what the British film industry achieves is dependent on the goodwill of the residents and businesses of the areas that we film, and your cooperation is greatly appreciated.’ But this isn’t the first time Yateley has been on the silver screen... In 2012 this same strip of unused airfield was used as a racetrack for the much anticipated ‘Rush’. The film focuses on the 1976 Formula 1 World Championship battle between James Hunt and Niki Lauda, and over the course of filming Hollywood stars such as Chris Hemsworth (you might know him as Thor), Daniel Brühl and Olivia Wilde all made their appearances in Yateley. The Film, directed by Ron Howard (Apollo 13, The Da Vinci Code etc.) was a hit with motor racing fans and the wider public, scoring an impressive 8.2/10 on the Internet Movie Database. Set during the golden age of Formula 1, Rush followed the distinctive and enthralling driving styles and personal lives of two of the greatest racing rivals to grace Formula 1. The film matched the very nature of Formula 1 itself, driven, fast paced and ready to get your blood pumping in a sport where there is no margin for error: if you make a mistake, you pay for it with your life. 8 The Yateley Magazine | October 2014

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Tara Lowe, local Yateley resident and business owner, has spent most of her life preparing for a future in graphic design - but she never envisioned that she would one day be running a successful business for herself. This month we had a chat with Tara about how Abstract Print and Design was born, what inspired it and what’s next. The story for Tara started out when she was young, and she lived with her mother Karen on the premises of Yateley Industries for 10 years. Karen enjoyed working for the charity for over 21 years, and this is where she still works today. Because of her location, Tara has grown up as a fixture of the local community. She had always loved art and design, and at school she discovered she had quite a flare for it - taking on GCSE’s around the subjects, and later on A levels in both art & design and graphic design. Not content with stopping there, she applied for a UCA foundation course at Farnham, and continued her studies. But before she could accept the place, she was offered her dream job as a junior graphic designer for a company in Haslemere. ‘I loved my position there.’ she commented, ‘I was doing exactly what I always wanted to do and having so much fun.’ And for a while everything was perfect. Unfortunately, Tara suffers from a condition called idiopathic hypersomnia (that’s severe and excessive daytime sleepiness to you and me), and the increased commute to work was making things very difficult. When it was suggested that she looked at getting a job closer to home, Tara realised she didn’t want to stop what she was doing. ‘I had all these great new ideas for projects and things I could do - I just didn’t want to leave the industry.’ So with a lot of encouragement from friends and fam ily, Tara started setting up her own venture in January 2014. Using the support of government funded schemes like NEA, Tara focussed all her energies on setting up and learning how to run a successful business. ‘I got a lot of support from mum from day 1,’ she says, ‘she always wanted to help it become a success, and she even enrolled on a bookkeeping course to help with that side of the business!’ 11 The Yateley Magazine | October 2014

In May the business was ready and Abstract Print and Design opened its doors to the public - focussed on helping local people and businesses show off with beautiful bespoke designs and high quality printing for affordable prices. Now our paths often cross at networking events - and when you run out of business cards she can have you up and running with brand new beautiful designs quicker than any other printing company. Speaking of networking...

Apparently running a successful business wasn’t enough for Tara and Karen, as they have recently taken on another project within the community Yateley Networking. It all started with the launch of Abstract Print and Design - when Tara realised the power of networking. She attended every local (and some not so local!) event she could find - earning herself the nickname ‘The Networking Geek’ among friends. But she couldn’t help it - it was just so natural to her and she loved it. But she quickly noticed that there was a gap in the networking map - and that gap was Yateley. ‘I wanted to involve Yateley Industries as much as possible, as they are a charity that is so close to home and not everybody is aware of what amazing work they do.’ And that she did. Organising a networking event is no mean feat, but using their connections in business and in Yateley Industries, Yateley networking saw its first event on the 1st of October, at 7am on a drizzly Wednesday morning. But the rain couldn’t dampen the spirits of the 12 The Yateley Magazine | October 2014

30 business owners who turned up in force to network and enjoy coffee and pastries. The event might have been early - but it was a rousing success, with new business being exchanged and relationships being forged. A talk was given by Karen on some of the brilliant work Yateley Industries were doing, and informal networking was coupled with a 60 seconds round of introductions to help everyone feel relaxed and at home. All the proceeds for entry were then donated to Yateley Industries to help support them in their fantastic efforts. A lovely pastry selection was provided by Sandhurst Bakery, and the room buzzed with activity for hours, even after its 9am finish time.

‘We wanted to help promote variety, and bring local business owners together to strengthen relationships and build a local community, whilst raising awareness for disabilities and how businesses can support that.’ Tara said. ‘I’m really pleased with the turnout for the first event, and it was great to connect with so many local businesses. It’s also been great to support Yateley Industries - it’s surprising how many people were unaware of what was involved to support the charity.’ Overall, a wonderful event and definitely a date for your diary for next month - the 5th of November at 7am at Yateley Industries.

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With the Christmas season coming up, many of us are looking to shed a few pounds so that we can look our best at the Christmas party. To help you along the way, wellness coach Katie Shorrock looks at some myths and truths about metabolism. The number of myths about our metabolism and how it works seems to increase all the time. Which are true and which are false? Are any based on fact or are they all sent to confuse and confound the hopeful slimmer? Let’s take a look at the common and the comical to see if we can find a few truths to help us control our metabolic rate once and for all. Myth 1. An overweight person has a slow metabolism, while a slim person naturally has a fast metabolism. All the studies show that the genetic influence on our metabolic rate is very small, in fact research proves that overweight and obese people tend to have a higher metabolic rate than those with a healthy normal weight. This is because a larger body uses more calories when at rest and during exercise. The metabolism refers to the processes that take place in the body in order to sustain life, simply put a bigger body will take up more energy to do life sustaining activities like breathing and blood circulation, hence it is burning more calories. Myth 2. Aging slows your metabolism While it is true that many people do tend to put on weight as they get older, this weight gain is not inevitable. We probably all know a slim and trim 70 year old as well as an overweight 20 year old. However, as we get older we do tend to be less active which leads to loss of muscle mass and as a result we burn fewer calories per day. The fat in our body burns calories slowly at a rate of around 2 calories per pound each day while the ‘non-fat’ part of our 15 The Yateley Magazine | October 2014

body, the bones and muscle will burn 14 calories. To avoid weight (and fat) gain as we get older we either need to keep up the activity level or adjust the amount of calories we eat to be in line with our less active life. Myth 3. You’re stuck with your metabolism and can’t change it. We all know someone who can seemingly get away with eating whatever they want while others simply have to look at food to pile on the pounds. It is important to remember that lifestyle plays a big part. We burn calories through what is called Non-Exercise Activity Thermogenesis (NEAT) so those who move around a lot during the day, fidget more, walk down the hall to talk to a colleague instead of emailing are burning more calories than a slower moving, more sedentary person.

Myth 4: Eating one big meal per day will boost metabolism. No No No! Skipping meals or not eating slows down our metabolic rate. Without sufficient nutrients, our cells will readjust to function on smaller amounts of energy, which they can do only by storing more fat in readiness for future famine. Nowadays most experts recommend eating 5 times a day and avoiding getting hungry.

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Myth 5. Celery is a “negative calorie food”, digesting it uses up more calories than it provides. Sorry to burst your bubble on this one - but negative calorie foods are nothing more than wishful thinking. Your body will burn up calories as it processes what you eat - however a piece of celery that has only about 6 calories uses up no more than ½ a calorie of energy to digest. There are differences between foods, for example, protein takes more calories to digest than fat or carbohydrate. Myth 6. : Eating a grapefruit with my meal will speed up my metabolism. While certain foods may give a very very short term boost to the amount of calories you burn, no foods have a long lasting effect and there’s nothing special about grapefruit. To achieve long term increases in your metabolic rate you need to increase your muscle mass through eating the right amount of protein and being more active. The Truth The truth is you’ll gain weight if you consume more calories than your body needs. This can be a difficult fact to face, but recognising this is vital for successful weight loss. And the good news is it is possible for everyone to lose and take control through eating a balanced diet.

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It’s October, the spookiest month of the year! As you can imagine, here at Come Die With Me, we love the creepiness of Halloween. So, in celebration of our favourite time of year, we are going to share a few of our top tips for hosting a Victorian Halloween party with a modern twist. Creating an Atmosphere Terror is best seeded in a rich and fertile atmosphere of dread. To get your guests in the right mood, make sure your party venue is as creepy as possible. Darkness is key for a spooky atmosphere. To add some shadows, you can’t go wrong with a Jack O’Lantern. Jack was an Irish blacksmith, who’s soul was damned to wander the earth forever. He begged the Devil for a coal to light his way and was given a burning ember from Hell, which he put inside a carved out turnip and used as a lantern. The Victorians would have used turnips, pumpkins or whatever was growing locally to create a Jack O’Lantern at Halloween. For handy tips on carving pumpkins (or any other hard, round vegetable you have to hand), check out this handy YouTube video by Dave Hex Going A-Souling Soul Cakes were given to beggars on during the early Halloween and All Soul’s 19 The Yateley Magazine | October 2014

Day celebrations in return for a promise to pray for the giver’s dead relatives. Known as ‘going a-souling’, over time the practice became our modern tradition of trick-or-treating. Instead of stocking sweets and chocolates this year, you can easily make your own soul cakes to share with those who call on you over Halloween. Ingredients: 340g plain flour 170g granulated sugar 170g butter 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg

1/4 teaspoon allspice 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 beaten egg 2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar

Method • Preheat oven to 200oC and line two trays with baking parchment. • Mix together all of the dry ingredients in a large bowl. • Add the butter and work into the flour mixture until it resembles find breadcrumbs. Add the egg and cider vinegar and mix with a spoon until the dough comes together into a firm ball. • Cover and chill for 20 minutes. • Lightly flour a clean surface and roll the dough out to 1 cm thickness. • Cut into rounds with a large cookie cutter and press a cross into the top of each cake with the handle of a wooden spoon. • Bake for 12 - 15 minutes until the cake tops are lightly golden. Play Parties Victorian Halloween parties were often ‘play parties’ where guests would share stories about the dead and read each other’s fortunes in their palms or tea leaves. A murder mystery dinner party game, such as Come Die With Me: An Invitation to Murder, is a perfect modern equivalent for those who want to dress up to fool the evil spirits but don’t want to don a rubber mask and fake blood. An Invitation to Murder is set in the early Victorian era, creating the perfect

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backdrop for an evening of traditional Victorian Halloween festivities. It is a role playing game that can be played over a three-course meal, but as the host you can use your own creativity to introduce Halloween diversions into the evening, including fortune telling and ghost stories. You can even incorporate the Victorian Halloween theme into your menu by serving cider and pies made from seasonal produce. Parlour Games Apple bobbing, ‘Snap the Apple’ and other traditional parlour games were also becoming popular Halloween activities around the Victorian era. Our favourite parlour game is Murder in the Dark, which can be a great warm up game for a murder mystery party. Players A minimum of four players, but the spirit of the game is best captured by larger groups. Rules One player is secretly assigned the role of ‘murderer’. The murderer has the ability to ‘kill’ other players by brushing against them and whispering “You’re dead”. The murdered player must count silently to five before feigning sudden death. Turn out the lights and encourage all players to move around the house or room. If a player discovers a ‘dead’ body, they must give a blood curdling scream. At this point, all the lights are turned back on and the remaining players must guess the identity of the murderer. If they guess incorrectly, the lights are switched off again and the game continues. The objective of the murderer is to murder as many people as possible without being caught. Get Spooked We hope we have inspired you to try some more traditional Halloween diversions this year. However you choose to celebrate the worlds of the living and the dead coming together, we hope you have a spooky one! Image Credit: CC BY 2.0 Anthony Quintano Come Die With Me: An Invitation To Murder is available on iTunes priced £4.99. 21 The Yateley Magazine | October 2014

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A Star Visits Yateley Earlier in the month Yateley was lucky enough to have a celebrity grace our town. Football legend Matt le Tissier joined Frogmore leisure centre in opening their new Astroturf pitch. It was certainly an evening to remember as on the 9th of September crowds gathered around the football pitches of Frogmore leisure centre to see the local legend in action. The football star was met with huge enthusiasm at Frogmore when he arrived to open the brand new 3G artificial grass pitch. Matt cut the ceremonial ribbon to open the field before meeting his excited fans - signing autographs, posing for pictures and taking part in a fantastic Q&A session. In true professional style Matt was happy to sign anything his fans put in front of him - including hundreds of shirts, bottles and even some boots. Chairman of Hart District Council councillor Myra Billings attended the event, and commented that it was a ‘huge success’. We were even surprised by the appearance of second football star and freestyler Dan Magness - who recently appeared on Sky Sports Soccer AM. He delighted the crowds with a spectacular range of football skills, keepy uppies, and his show stopping stunt of balancing a bicycle on his head. In total around £310,000 was spent on replacing the old sand-filled Astroturf pitch with a brand new 3g artificial pitch. The new pitch has seen a rise in 23 The Yateley Magazine | October 2014

popularity with local sports teams, and home team Yateley United FC were elated with the launch. They even brought some of their junior youth teams with them, who swarmed the pitch in bright colours to enjoy a huge variety of challenges to break in the new pitch under the bright floodlights. Overall, the grand opening ceremony was a huge success, and one that was enjoyed by many. The local community turned out in force to show their support, and to catch a glimpse of the legendary starts who helped support the opening of a new chapter for Frogmore Leisure Centre.

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Local charity Fleet Phoenix have resurfaced to offer a fantastic new range of workshops for local teenagers and young people in their brand new employability skills training centre. For those of you who havenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t heard of them before, Fleet Phoenix are a youth and community charity based in Fleet, who work with and support local 11-25 year olds in need. At present that run a series of different workshops throughout the week to help support and develop their attendees, including youth clubs, advice and information, music tuition, mentoring, counselling and training. But they have just launched a brand new service (helped out in part by The Big Lotto Fund) that is looking to be even more popular. The Employability Skills Training Centre was launched in mid September, and is located at 193 Fleet Road, Fleet. The programme has been developed in response to an increased need within the local youth community to be able to demonstrate employability skills, and to help heighten prospects for achieving employment at the interview stage. This programme is aimed at any local 17 to 21 year olds. During the course of the programme young people will be given the opportunity to address any gaps in their employability skills - including communication, emotional intelligence and customer care. Attendees will also have the chance to learn about employer expectations, develop their 25â&#x20AC;&#x201A; The Yateley Magazine | October 2014

personal skills and qualities, explore what employment opportunities there are, what suits their interests and abilities as well as setting personal employment targets for themselves. But if this wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t enough - they will also be given the chance to develop their CVâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and hone their interview skills by participating in a mock interview with local professionals - receiving honest feedback to help develop their confidence and technique for the real thing. The course runs for 1 day a week throughout the 9 week programme, with a mixture of theoretical and practical sessions to participate in. There is also the opportunity to attain AQA accreditations in 10 units, in order to evidence the learning that they have achieved in the programme. For more information contact Maddie.brown@fleetphoenix.co.uk

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New Allergy Regulations Compulsory food allergy labelling could mean a major change for caterers. Hampshire based consultant Caroline Benjamin of the Food Allergy Training Consultancy tells us about the changes, and how they could affect us. With less than 100 days to go until the introduction of the Food Information for Consumers (FIC) Regulation 1169/2011 relating to the compulsory labelling of allergens within the catering industry, many businesses still remain oblivious of its existence. Lack of awareness of allergen law in the food service industry Caroline of FATC has been out and about on the south coast over summer visiting over 250 venues in varying sectors within the food service industry. Of those visited over 80% were totally unaware of the new regulations and their need to comply. The outlets which did have a vague awareness of the regulations were part of larger organisations, although many hadn’t yet received any guidance from their head offices on how to comply. And while some smaller businesses had been notified by suppliers, but many SME’s with local suppliers are being left in the dark. 27 The Yateley Magazine | October 2014

What Are They, And Why? There are an estimated 21 million adults in the UK who suffer from at least one allergy, yet many food businesses have little or no knowledge in this area. But from December 2014, current EU food labelling laws will change, meaning all establishments or suppliers offering food products will need to provide full allergy information to all customers. There are 14 different food allergens which will need to be clearly listed in order to comply with the new laws. This list is to be displayed on packaging, menus, shelving or information provided by staff (who will need to know the contents of each product). Environmental Health Officers and/or Trading Standards will be enforcing the new requirements once they come into force and non-compliance could result in prosecution and fines of up to £5,000 per offence. Strictly speaking each dish unlabelled could be a separate offence, but the EHO or TSO is unlikely to do that and will probably take 2 or 3 by way of illustration instead.

The EU Food Information for Consumers Regulation 1169/2001 This is the legislation will cover ALL food supply business operators at ALL stages of the food supply chain, including but not limited to; hotels, restaurants, pubs, coffee shops, hospitals, schools, care homes, and voluntary groups who provide regular refreshments to consumers (for example: church groups and cricket teas). The regulation specifically relates to the provision of detailed information of food allergens contained within food and drink provision, it covers both prepacked and non-prepacked foods, and how venues will provide this information to the end user. The regulation is thought to be the Biggest Change in Food Safety Legislation since 2005, but it is so under publicised that compliance by the 13 December is going to be near on impossible. Need to find out more? FATC will be holding workshops “Planning for Change – Food Allergen Law” to highlight the changes and give caterers the opportunity to find out more. Visit www.fatc.co.uk/events for more information.

Allergy Advice FAQ’s Following our piece about the new allergy laws, we decided to shed some light on allergies, and answer some FAQ’s on allergies, reactions and current laws regarding allergens. What types of food allergies are there? There are currently 14 main food allergens listed by the EU FIR 1169/2011. 1. Gluten containing cereals 2. Crustaceans 3. Molluscs 4.Fish 5. Peanuts* 6. Lupin 7. Tree Nuts (walnut, hazelnut, almond etc.) 8. Soya 9. Eggs 10. Milk 11. Celery 12. Mustard 13. Sesame 14. Sulphur dioxide** * Although peanuts are legumes (like beans, peas, chickpeas) rather than nuts. Allergen labelling law states peanuts are one of the 14 allergens which must be declared on labelling, and nuts (collectively – e.g. Brazils, Hazelnuts) are another. You may react to one or the other – or both. ** At levels above 10mg/kg, or 10

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mg/litre, expressed as SO2

Allergy, 2009).

What happens if a sufferer consumes something containing the substance they are allergic to?

How many companies in the UK currently offer “Free-From” menu options?

This can vary from person to person, from slight dis-comfort and /or a rash to severe anaphylactic reactions and possible death. It is for this reason that the EU is updating food labelling law. How many allergy sufferers are there in the UK? • An estimated 21 million adults in the UK suffer from at least one allergy (Mintel, 2010). • Allergy is widespread in the UK. Millions of adults suffer from at least one allergy, with numbers continuing to rise. Each year the number of allergy sufferers increases by 5%, half of all affected being children. • 13 million people below the mid-forties have 2 or more allergies (Allergy The Unmet Need, 2003) • 10% of children and adults under the age of 45 have 2 or more allergies (Allergy The Unmet Need, 2003). • The UK is one of the top three countries in the world for the highest incident of allergy (The Allergenic Invasion, 1999). • 50% of children and young people have one or more allergy within the first 18 years of life (Journal of Clinical & Experimental 29 The Yateley Magazine | October 2014

Currently this is an unknown quantity, there are many restaurants who offer for example gluten free choices, some have no knowledge of cross contamination issues and how the allergen customer will be affected when served their allergen in error even in small quantities. Many large chains say they are able to offer a gluten free menu, but the choices are very limited and staff training can vary depending on staff turnover and the size and nature of the company. Why are the laws changing? The regulations are put in place to enable the consumer to make a safe decision when purchasing foods for their consumption, in relation to any food allergies they may have. Which companies affected?

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The legislation covers ALL food supply business operators at ALL stages of the food supply chain, specifically relates to the provision of detailed information of food allergens contained within your product, and how you will provide this information to the end user.

Technology is moving so fast that it’s sometimes a full time job just to keep up with it! Well in our new monthly column ‘IT Agony!’ local IT consultant and tech guru Martin Horswood is here to answer all your questions. Q. My wireless signal drops out in certain parts of my house. How can I boost the signal so I can access the wifi in every room? A: What may seem like a simple question, is sadly harder to answer than you might think. So many things can effect wireless signals that it’s often difficult to determine the answer to this question, such as the number of neighbours with wireless signals routers, or the presence of metal within the internal walls. If you are living in a block of flats, or have a lot of neighbours all of whom have wireless networks, then a good first step might be to try adjusting the “channel” that the router is using. Each channel occupies a range of frequencies that are overlapping, if you can use a channel not overlap with the neighbouring signals then you will have a better crisper signal i.e. 1, 6 and 11 or 2, 7 and 12 (See diagram)

Simply turning off the wireless transmitter on the router and putting one (or more) wireless access points around the home could actually make a big difference. A dedicated wireless access point will always have a stronger signal and better ariels than the one provided by your broadband provider. It will also be more likely to support the latest wireless standards such as 802.11ac. It should, however, be noted that your tablets, PCs and phones would have to 30 The Yateley Magazine | October 2014

support those latest standards too in order to gain the full advantage. Dedicated wireless access points, also may then give you the option to upgrade the small aerial at the back of the device and replace it with a larger one that produces a far stronger wireless signal. If you want to install multiple access points in the house, and you do not have a wired network in the house, then it would also be possible to utilise a pair of power line adapters to extend the wired network to the location where there is no signal and install a wireless access point there. If you are going to do this you should also take into account the wireless channels that are being used. There is now a growing market in wireless extenders, sometimes called wireless bridges or repeaters, that will enable you to extend the coverage of the existing network without the need to trail cable all around the house. In my experience, however, they are not always as easy to setup as you might hope. If, you plan to go down this route, try to get one that is the same make as your main house router (or access point) as they are then more likely to work well with each other. The wireless extender must, of course, be installed “in range” of the routers wireless signal in order to provide a useable signal to any device that is connect to it. It is safe to say that this is a very complicated topic that I could write a huge article on, hopefully this has given an in sight into why there are specialist companies around providing just wireless services. Q. Should I be worried about data hacking? How do I make sure my data is safe? A: I would say it is very healthy to have a fear about data hacking; having good anti-virus software to protect your computer is a good start. I would recommend installing Kaspersky Anti-Virus or Trend Micro as these packages have proved to be reliable on computers I have used them on in the last few years. I would not recommend using McAfee or Norton Anti-virus, as these 2 products have both proved to be very unreliable, I have seen more viruses get around their defences than I dare to think about. They also both have a hugely detrimental effect on the performance of the PC. I would also recommend buying your anti-virus software as the free solution are often limited on not only the number of features that but also how often they receive the updates. The next thing you should be concerned about is your passwords, especially if you are using any online file sharing applications such as dropbox, or indeed any other online services like Gmail / Hotmail or Office 365. Be sure they are all complex, i.e. that they contain a mixture of uppercase, lowercase and nonalpha-numeric characters i.e. !@£$%^ and not easily guessable. You should also 31 The Yateley Magazine | October 2014

change them on at least a 6 monthly basis as this will keep you one step ahead of the hackers. Always keep your computers software up-to date. You should make sure that Windows Update is set to automatically download and install security updates and anytime a package such Adobe Flash Player or Java prompts you with an update, make sure you install it. Having software that is not update leaves you vulnerable to attack, as the would be hackers will often try to exploit un-patched software as the security holes are often quite well documented. If you have a website running Wordpress or Joomla, or any other content engine, make sure you include those sites in your update routines as they can be just as vulnerable to attack, if not more so. Have a degree of common sense, if you see an email in your mailbox that you think is suspicious, delete it. Similar if you see odd twitter activity, that you know you haven’t sent out, then change your password immediately as your account could have been compromised. There is sadly no such thing as being 100% safe from hackers, so it is very wise to have a backup solution as well, keeping all your data safe just in case the worst happens and you have to have your PC rebuilt. Q. How do I put parental controls on my computer? A: The latest versions of Windows and indeed Apple’s OS-X, all have parental controls built into them. In Windows these can be found in the Control Panel “User Accounts and Family Security”. Windows will allow you to Time Limits and prohibit use of programs on a per user basis. All the setup instructions are very well documented on the Microsoft Website and can be easily found via a quick Google Search. On a Mac the controls are found under the User Accounts and are again quite well documented and fairly self explanatory. Some Anti-virus software will have extra features to enhance the parental controls that are already built-into the computers operating system. These settings should be easily accessible and again well documented with the relevant software supplier. To ask Martin a question and see your answer in the next issue of The Yateley Magazine, just email charlotte@theyateleymagazine.com or tweet your questions to us @YateleyMagazine and we will make sure you get the answers you need!

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David Ellis, 17, is a second year college student at Yateley Sixth Form. He aims to study Linguistics at university, due to the importance of language in the modern world. Believing first appearances to be important, this article was written in the hope of allowing you to make the best impression. You can view more of his work at www.moderncontinents. blogspot.co.uk

The Eternal Struggle Between Smart and Casual Smart casual has always been an area of style not so easily understood or done well, making many unsure how to dress for that work soirée or Christmas do. It presents a fine line, which if crossed can leave you looking underdressed and sloppy compared to your colleagues, or overdressed and appearing too smart. Such is the difficulty that people have had with walking this tight rope that I have decided to share a little something I have learnt. It is always better to be overdressed than under. People are quick to judge someone who by all appearances didn’t make an effort, as opposed to those who dress to impress. Although spatially being the lowermost attire, footwear is at the top of my list, for one important reason; they hold the ability to make or break an outfit. If chosen well, footwear can really accentuate and complete an outfit, however if not chosen accordingly they can make a suitable and thoughtful look seem out of place and ramshackle, the latter falling victim to a plague amongst the smart casual style; trainers. Unlike the Foster’s advert would have you believe, wearing trainers with a suit most definitely does not count as smart casual, instead making you appear immature and lacklustre. Instead you should invest in, if you have not already, a stylish pair of dress shoes. Both black and brown are fine colours, though it does not hurt to have a set of each, allowing you to choose dependant on the palette of the whole outfit (avoid having the same colour shoes and trousers, black being the exception). The slim and tapered shoe is a good choice, showing a striking, confident style, that still exudes class. If you are after a more subtle and reserved look a patternless and slightly wider shoe with a lower heel is a perfectly reasonable option. Boots and loafers can also work well, however are considered more casual than dress shoes. Wear whatever you feel suits you best; just be sure to leave the trainers at home. 34 The Yateley Magazine | October 2014

Depending on the situation, different types trousers can be viable attire. If you are aiming for the classic smart casual look then chinos are a nice choice, due to their resurgence in popularity. A neutral colour, grey being an example, will serve you well being very versatile and avoids a colour clash, whilst brown can also be a good and much bolder choice, if you aim to stand out. Jeans also have their place amongst the style, though to keep things on the smarter end of the spectrum stick to the darker wash colours, generally an indigo or black. Well fitting straight leg jeans work with most outfits and sit neutrally between smart and casual, whilst slim fit, though being a little more casual are also an option that lend themselves to the style well. However you should avoid skinny jeans as they are unrefined and out of place in any outfit aiming to show class; no one will appreciate the rest of your outfit if they are too distracted by what an unforgiving pair of skinny jeans may reveal. The shirt forms an important part of the outfit, and needs to work in accordance with any added accessories or jacket. A common misconception is that the colour choices are limited to white and blue, which is simply not the case. As long as you avoid the fluorescent and offensively bright, any colour can be effective, especially the pastels (pink if you desire to make an impact). Aside from colour, the style is also a factor to consider as both plain and patterned designs are suitable choices, although a jacket looks best worn over a plain shirt. If you settle on a patterned shirt checks are the only real choice. Vertical stripes can be acceptable if no other choice is available; if horizontal stripes are your only option, staying at home may be preferable. When it comes to the arms, long sleeves are the only way forward and will work best when using this rule of thumb; if you are wearing a jacket, have the sleeves rolled down. If you are not, have them rolled up. Aside from the classic shirt, there are other options to go by: a plain v-neck with a cardigan, or perhaps a t-shirt with a blazer; just bear in mind that both of these are more casual choices. Another piece of attire to consider is what should be worn over the shirt, with a variety of items to choose from. As previously mentioned, a blazer is perfectly suited for smart casual, due to its innate ability to make most outfits much smarter by being present. Although a plain black blazer is the most widespread style worn, often the black is much too heavy of a colour and does not sit well with the rest of the outfit. A better and more mature 35â&#x20AC;&#x201A; The Yateley Magazine | October 2014

look can come from a grey: the lighter shade will not overwhelm the outfit like the black, or a navy blue, which provides a more interesting look that adds an appealing splash of colour to the torso. If you feel so inclined, a waistcoat or plain sweater may be worn under the blazer, adding multiple layers and raising the sophistication. If you are aiming for a more casual look, then a cardigan will be a more appropriate choice. Abiding by the same rules of colour as the blazer, cardigans look best in a light grey or navy blue, with either white or black buttons. The best cardigans are correctly fitted and flattering to the form; oversized cardigans inevitably create the look of a teenage boy who has left ‘growing room’ under instructions from his mother. Due to its broad and undefined nature, the term smart casual leaves itself open for bad interpretation, with too many men committing this offence. However its broadness can also be taken as a blessing as it allows for a great variety of outfits to be made and wardrobes to be developed within smart casual’s category. Take this advice as an introduction and use it as a base to create your own, personal style that you identify with. Then in the future as you struggle to decide between the plethora of possible outfit choices, just remember; It is always better to be overdressed than under.

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To help you get into the swing of things for Halloween we have included a story full of creepy crawlies that’s guaranteed to send shivers up your spine! Local international student Olivia Robinson has donated this wonderful story for all to enjoy this month. Chapter 1: Mrs F “Your Spider-Os and bat milk are going to be soggy. Hurry up!” called Mum. “Coming!” replied Willa. She wanted to look her best for her first day of Second Year at Ghoul School. Willa went downstairs. Her purple pointy hat went well with her green skin. “Aren’t you frightening!” said Mum proudly. “Thanks,” she replied. Willa was too excited to eat. She couldn’t wait to see to her friends again—especially Val. She and Val had been best friends ever since they’d tied for first in last year’s Spook Show. “Eye of newt! It’s nearly midnight!” exclaimed Mum. “I’ll get my broom and drop you off at school before my wart-boosting appointment.” 38 The Yateley Magazine | October 2014

“Nice fangs!” Willa said to Val. “Thanks! I just got them sharpened for the first day of school.” Being back at Ghoul School was as if the ghoulies had never left. Willa waved to the class pet, Fuzzy. She was a tarantula. “You’re ENORMOUS!” Willa said to her. “Better take it easy on the mousetail treats.” Fuzzy lived in a glass tank behind Mr Mummy’s desk. Willa especially loved Fuzzy because she wasn’t allowed a tarantula at home. Dad was allergic to their fur. “Duh … where’s … Mr Mummy?” asked Oscar. “He’s always a little late. You know he has to bandage himself up every night,” said Gus. “I’m hungry,” moaned Zara. She was always starving. “Welcome back, ghoulies!” boomed a voice. “Good evening, Mr Kappa,” the Second Years replied. Mr Kappa was the principal of Ghoul School. “I’m afraid I have some bad news.” He wiped slime from his forehead with a scaly hand. “The dungeon is out of intestines again!” moaned Zara. “No, we still have plenty of intestines, both large and small. The news has to do with Mr Mummy.”The class gasped. Wade howled. “As you all know, Mr Mummy spent the summer haunting an Egyptian tomb. He’s so worn out that he’s decided to take a holiday to the North Pole,” said Mr Kappa. “Luckily, I found a substitute at the last minute. Say hello to Mrs F.” Their new teacher stepped out from the shadows. The ghoulies stretched their necks to get a better look. Mrs F’s had a beehive hairdo. It made her look like she’d been zapped by lightening. Two large bolts stuck out on either side of her neck. “Good evening my darli- I mean, my dear ghoulies.” Willa raised her hand. “What does the ‘F’ in ‘Mrs F’ stand for?” “Why…well, the ‘F’ stands for Frankenstein.” She paused. “But call me Mrs F.”

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Chapter 2: Missing! “Run, Oscar, run!” The ghoulies cheered for Oscar as he rounded third base. As he rounded the base for home, he tripped and landed right on top of Wade. “Duh … that sure was a soft landing.” It was recess. Everyone was having a blast playing skullball. Everyone, except for Willa. “Your witch hat is floppy,” Val said. “That always happens when you’re sad.” “Everything’s changed,” said Willa. “I miss Mr Mummy.” “Me too. But Mrs F could be all right. Her lab coat is stained with guts and brain juice.” “Yah…” “And her face is covered with gruesome stitches and scars.” Willa shrugged. Ever since she found out Mr Mummy wasn’t coming back, her tummy was in knots. It was just like the time she accidentally ate a Brussels sprout. “I guess I’ll give her a chance,” she replied. “And it’s not like everything has changed. At least we still have Fuzzy.” “Exactly,” said Val. Just then, the school bell rung. All the ghoulies went back inside. Once Willa got back to class, she went to the cupboard. It was Fuzzy’s snacktime. She took out Firedrake’s Fat-Free Frog Legs out from the cupboard. “Who wants a treat?” She pressed her face against the tarantula’s tank. “Hey Fuzzy? Where’d you go?” “Maybe … duh … she’s asleep?” Oscar suggested. “No way. Tarantulas are the only kinds of spiders that never sleep,” said Gus. “May I have a frog leg?” Zara interrupted. The ghoulies formed a semi-circle around Willa as she lifted the lid of the tank. They all gasped. Fuzzy was gone.

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Chapter 3: Sprinkles Without saying a word, the ghoulies all stared at Fuzzy’s empty tank. Just then, Mrs F entered the classroom. “What’s all the fuss about?” “Fuzzy’s missing!” Zara cried. “Who’s missing?” asked Mrs F. She had a box tucked under one arm. “Fuzzy!” answered the class. “Who’s Fuzzy?” “Our class tarantula. When we left for recess she was right here.” Willa tapped a fingernail against the glass tank. “Oh. Well, I’m sure that Flossy will turn up again soon.” “Her name’s Fuzzy,” muttered Willa. “Right. Fuzzy.” Mrs F smiled. “Well, maybe this will cheer you up.” Mrs F lifted the lid of the box that she was carrying. A white animal with long pointed ears and a little pink nose twitched its whiskers at the ghoulies. “This is my bunny Sprinkles,” said Mrs F. “Maybe he can be our new class pet.” “Why does his nose do that?” asked Willa. She copied Sprinkles and wiggled her warty nose. “He’s exploring everyone’s smells. Each ghoulie has his or her own unique stench,” Mrs F said to the class. “Bunnies have incredibly good noses.” “Does he eat slugs for breakfast?” asked Val. “Duh … I bet he eats worms in one big slurp,” said Oscar. “He looks delicious! Can we eat him?” Zara licked her lips. Mrs F shook her head. “Sprinkles should only be fed clovers and carrots.” “Ewwwww!” the class cried. “Who wants to be in charge of taking care of Sprinkles?” Mrs F asked. No one raised a hand. “Not me,” Willa said under her breath. “I wouldn’t touch him even if it he was crawling with crunchy cockroaches.” “How about you, Willa?” w“But—” Mrs F had already placed Sprinkles in Willa’s arms. Willa felt like she was going to be sick. Sprinkles’ fur was too soft. His tail was too fluffy. Willa’s first day of Ghoul School had gone from bad to WORSE.

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Photo by Simon Smith

Photo of the Month For this month it seemed fitting to bring you a selection of creepy and scary photos to help get you in the mood for Halloween. So instead of one winner and a biography, we will be bringing you a few different photos that express the ghoulish side of Yateley!

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Whats On In Yateley? Every Saturday Morning, Little Dippers Swimming Classes - Every Saturday morning, Yateley Community School, Take a dip into the pool with your little ones with the Little Dippers swimming classes. Suitable for children 2 and a half years and over, your children will learn to swim like ducklings in no time. Spaces are limited and are already being booked, so don’t miss out! Call 01252 418250 to book your place! Every Tuesday Morning, Craft and Chat at Yateley Library - Every Monday morning, Yateley Library, 10am Bring along any craft you like and enjoy a gossip and a natter with likeminded crafters! Every Tuesday Morning, Storytime at Yateley Library - Every Tuesday morning, Yateley Library, 2.15-2.45pm Stories, songs and crafts for 2-5 year olds. Every Friday Morning, Baby Rhymetime at Yateley Library - Every Friday Morning, Yateley Library, 10.15-10.45am Enjoy songs and entertainment for 0-2 year olds. 1st - 23rd October , Yateley in WWI Exhibition, Yateley Library The Yateley Society is exhibiting a display illustrating the history of Yateley during World War I. The display runs until 23rd October. 7th October, Sew Busy Workshop ( Device Cover) - 7th October, Sew Busy Fleet, 10-12.30pm Learn how to measure and cover your electronic device with stylish homemade covers. £25 on arrival. 9th October, Internet Safety for Parents Session (Secondary School 45 The Yateley Magazine | October 2014

Level) - 9th October, Frogmore School The talks are being held in Partnership with Safer North Hampshire, Hart Local Children’s Partnership and Phil Bagge, a Computing Advisor working for Hampshire Inspection and Advisory Service, and are aimed at informing parents about internet safety issues that their children may be facing. Topics covered will include social networking, cyber bullying, online gaming and other online abuse. 16th October, The Yateley Society Meeting - 16th October, Yateley School Drama Studio, 7.30 - 10 A talk by Major Roger Coleman to be held in the Drama Studio at Yateley School. Arrival from 7pm for a 7:30pm start. Tickets are available from the Yateley Society. Following the talk, there will be an opportunity to view the exhibition in the library privately. 16th October, Yateley Society WW1 Talk - 16th October, Yateley School Drama Studio, 7.30pm The Yateley Society is hosting a lecture by Roger Coleman MBE on the Hampshire Regiment in WW1 to tie in with their exhibition at Yateley Library. Tickets are available to purchase from the library, cost £3 and include refreshments and an opportunity t view the exhibition at the library afterwards. The talk will be held at the Yateley School Drama Studio on Thursday the 16th of October from 7.30pm. To book visit the library counter or call the booking line on 01252875728. 21st October, Sew Busy Workshop (Halloween Basket) - 21st October, Sew Busy, Fleet, 10-12.30pm Make your own personalised trick or treat bag or basket. £25 on arrival. 30th October, Yateley Library’s 40th Birthday! (1974-2014) - 30th October, Yateley Library, 10-11.30am On Thurs 30th October, Yateley Library celebrates its 40th anniversary. Join us throughout the week for Seventies nostalgia and on the day itself for a 46 The Yateley Magazine | October 2014

Children’s Party (places are free but limited, please book in advance) 1011:30am and a Staff Reunion with birthday cake from 2pm! 31st October, Pink Friday Breast Cancer Event, Yateley Village Hall - 31st October, Yateley Village Hall, 7.45-10.30pm Local business owner Jean Poolton has organised a Pink Friday event in aid of breast cancer care, which will be held at Yateley Village Hall on Friday 31st October. Please come along and support this fantastic cause. There will be a variety of stalls, some wonderful raffle prizes donated by local businesses, tea, coffee and homemade cakes to enjoy and even a live cookery demo. Jean says: ‘I lost my mum to Breast cancer a few months ago and also I know several friends who have had this dreaded thing. Let’s help to fight back! Men get this too! So yes guys please come along too! Let’s have a great evening and wear something pink!’ 5th November, Yateley Networking - 5ht November, Yateley Industries, 7-9am. Join over 30 local business owners for the second Yateley Networking event after its great success on the 1st of October. Join us for pastries, coffee and networking to make connections with local business.

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Clubs & Societies Music in Yateley: Flute Salad - The ‘Salads’ offer flautists of any age and ability the chance to play a wide variety of music in a fun, friendly and safe environment. Vivace Cantamus - We are a ladies choir based in Hawley. We sing a varied repertoire form Mozart to Show Tunes and everything in between. We rehearse in the Hawley Church Hall on Sundays between 5.30 and 6.30, and are now recruiting new members for the choir, all abilities welcome. Yateley Sports Clubs: Yateley Cricket Club - Established 1881 and now located at Sean Devereux Park. Catering for players of all standards, with four teams in between divisions 1 & 9 of the Thames Valley League and Sunday friendlies with 16 ECB qualified coaches. Sean Devereux Park, Chandlers Lane, Yateley, GU46 7SZ – enquiries@YateleyCricketClub.co.uk Yateley United FC - YUFC was created by the merger of local football clubs: Beaulieu Football Club, Beaulieu FC, Yateley Green Football Club, Yateley Green FC, Yateley Football Club Adults and Yateley Football Club Youth Contact: chair@yateleyunitedfc.com Activities in Yateley: Yateley Camera Club - The club now has an ongoing membership of between 60 and 70 individuals and provides both beginners and more experienced photographers a place to meet and exchange ideas. All types of photography, from traditional to digital, are used. New members are very welcome and current members are always willing to give help and advice to beginners. If you would like more information, please visit our website. Frogmore Dance School - With nearly 40 years of proud history in providing dance and musical theatre training to both children and adults, Frogmore Dance School is the areas premier teaching centre fit to meet all your needs. Contact: info@frogmoredanceschool.com 48 The Yateley Magazine | October 2014

Yateley & District Gardening Society – The Yateley and District Gardening Society (YDGS) was established in 1967 by a few local amateur gardeners who were keen to get together and share gardening knowledge and experiences. Yateley Charities: Yateley Conservation Volunteers - Join us for 3 hours conservation on the last Sunday of every month. The groupmeet at 10am at Wyndham’s Car park, off Cricket Hill lane, and help with practical tasks such as scrub clearance, boardwalk building and path maintenance. This is a great opportunity to get involved and help maintain the town’s natural beauty. The Ranger’s House, Cricket Hill Lane, Yateley, Hampshire GU46 6BB - tel: 01252 870425 - northern.sites@hants.gov.uk Happy Hedgehog Rescue - We are a small, self funded, local animal rescue in Yateley on the borders of North Hampshire, West Surrey and South Berkshire. Our work is funded entirely from the kind donations of website visitors and friends of the rescue. Vulcan to the Sky Club – The ‘Vulcan 558 Club’ was launched in May 1997 in response to the public’s continuing interest in the conservation of XH558 – the last Avro Vulcan to be retired by the RAF. Contact Jo Ayres – joayres.ayres@gmail.com Camberley Cats Protection - The Branch is run by cat mad volunteers who are dedicated to helping make the lives of cats and kittens in our area better. Our webpages are updated regularly to make sure we provide up to date information on our cats and the activities going on in the charity to help the welfare of cats and kittens. Yateley & Yateley Green WI – Contact: Sheila Farmer – sheila.farmer3@ ntlworld.com Yateley Townswomen’s Guild – Contact: Robyn Kent – bob.robyn@btinternet.com

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Yateley Scouts / Guides etc: Yateley District Guides – Contact: Susan Brennan – 01252 665250 – aw10340@yahoo.co.uk 3rd Bramshill Scouts - Scouting in Yateley has been part of the local community now for 100years. However in the seventies Yateley was experiencing growth with families moving to the area with young children. Scouting was to prove so popular that the existing Yateley Scout Group, now called the 9th Bramshill, could not accommodate all those boys wanting to join. Every night of the week was used for some meeting and the Group had three Cub Packs, two Scout Troops and one Venture unit. 2407 Sqn Air Cadets - Are you up for fun, adventure, incredible experiences and making new friends? Are you looking for something to give you the edge in life? Then welcome to the Air Cadet Organisation (ACO). Better known as the ‘Air Cadets’, we’re a UK-wide cadet force with more than 40,000 members aged between 13 and 20 years. Contact Flt Lt Lynda Bradley: oc.2407@aircadets.org The information above is provided by the clubs and societies of Yateley. The Yateley Magazine is not responsible for the accuracy of this content.

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Yateley Businesses Abstract Print and Design - With our design service we can work with you on any project, whether you’re in need of a logo design, business stationery or marketing materials we can create bespoke and professional artwork to meet your requirements. Assure Mortgages - With 25 years experience in mortgage advisement and assistance, Assure Mortgages Ltd is your first port of call for highly personalised mortgage services. We limit our operations to a small area, ensuring that we have detailed local knowledge that you can use. Why not call and talk to one of our brokers today? Bluebella - Bluebella is an award-winning and fast growing social selling Company that creates fabulously fun and flexible earnings opportunities for women. Our mission is to give every woman the means to confidently enjoy her sensuality and our beautiful collection of lingerie and lovestuff does just that. The collection is available exclusively through our fast growing team of Bluebella Consultants and online. Come Die With Me - Come Die With Me is the next level of murder mystery party dinner experience. Using your iPad and your guests’ iPhones, you can play a new breed of fun and compelling role playing murder mystery game. Charlotte McGill Writing Services - Need a writer, editor or proof-reader? Look no further! Charlotte McGill Writing Services offers high quality writing, editing and proof-reading services to individuals and businesses alike. With over 4 years of experience writing in both corporate and creative environments, I can help you create and perfect the words that represent your business Chris Haye Photography - Chris Haye is a commercial corporate photographer based in Yateley. He specialises in photography for business, still life and product photography as well as corporate headshots. Chris is known for producing beautiful advertising and editorial images for web and print. Hart Taxis - Fleet & Districts only 24/7 taxi service. Executive travel, 1-8 passengers. Local & Long distances. Corporate accounts welcome. Airport transfers. Lady drivers available. 4, 6 & 8 seater vehicles. HM Forces discounts. 51 The Yateley Magazine | October 2014

Phone Joan - If you live in or around Fleet, Hampshire, PhoneJoan will take the stress out of your life by organising and completing the tasks that stop you doing what you really want to do. Our services are designed to enable you to delegate your least enjoyable tasks, safe in the knowledge that they will be carried out smoothly, efficiently and reliably. When your spare time is at a premium, we can help you get your lifestyle back in balance. Prestige Wigs - Prestige Wigs, mobile wig specialists, serving Surrey, Hampshire and Berkshire. Offering a professional wig service for hair loss due to Alopecia or Chemotherapy, and the chance for our clients’ to restore their confidence and self esteem from our caring and sympathetic wig consultants. Pastelesta – Drawings and paintings of the people and pets you love made to order with pastel, pencil or paint. You just need to send a photo. We also sell paintings and greetings cards from our original art. Prints Charming - Photobooths are becoming incredibly popular in the UK party scene having seen success in the wedding/engagement, birthday, club and corporate event areas for a few years.These portable booths enable you to pick a venue of almost any size and capability and have a record of your “do” like no other! Tilsmere Catering - High quality executive catering for private and corporate functions. Tilsmere has been catering to the local Yateley community for over 18 years, providing delicious food for weddings, birthdays, parties and more. Contact: catering@tilsmere.com, 07976513765 The information above is provided by the businesses of Yateley. The Yateley Magazine is not responsible for the accuracy of this content.

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