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TO THE POINT Humphrey writes... Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m still here, which is a triumph for canineism, if there is such a word. I think there probably should be given the nonsense that they seem to add to the dictionary these days. What has been so lovely is the weather so far this year, which has been terrific. It has enabled me to visit some of the prettiest countryside our area has to offer. Blackheath, Blackdown and Hankley and Puttenham Commons are particular and regular favourites. A couple of weeks ago, the Ed and I went to Petworth Park which really was at its majestic best. Whilst I was not allowed to chase the deer, I did get to paddle in the lake and enjoy the wonderful wide open

spaces which were full of happy families and excitable dogs. Spring truly had sprung. April marks the sixth anniversary of Vantage Publishing producing local community magazines. We are delighted that the support of our readers and advertisers has made us the largest free Royal Mail delivered magazine in West Surrey and Sussex and we continue to go from strength to strength with some exciting plans for the future. This month we welcome a new Stefan Reynolds Editor & Publisher member to the team. Liz Godfrey, who lives in Guildford, has joined us and we extend to her a The local magazine very warm welcome. produced by local Humphrey Chairdog

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Well, we’re back, stocked up with vitamin D after a lovely sunny holiday. Huge thanks to Stefan for doing the March jottings. I think he enjoyed it but does seem keen for us to pick up the reins – he actually has more than enough to do. We came back to lots of Jottings in all areas so spring is certainly off to a great start. Just one small request. If you are sending in any attachments, could you please do so in the ‘word’ format (not a pdf) as it would make it a lot easier here; although, of course, don’t worry if this is not possible. Wishing you all a very happy Easter. Encompassing the Easter break Farnham Art Society will be celebrating its 68th Annual Exhibition at the James Hockey & Foyer Galleries at the University for the Creative Arts from 1st – 12th April. This year they open for a full 12 days including two weekends. Records of an ‘art club’ in Farnham survive from the 1860’s however in 1948 James Hockey formed the Farnham Art Society and arranged meetings and demonstrations as well as the high quality Annual Exhibition showing work from the prestigious membership. A selection panel of professionals ensures the Annual Exhibition reﬂects the vitality and diverse ambitions of its membership and is open to the inﬂuences of contemporary and traditional arts. Around 4000 visitors view the 400 paintings, ceramics and sculpture exhibited giving them a great opportunity to snap up unique affordable art. The Parish of Badshot Lea and Hale has produced a programme of events for April. Here they are: Walk the Prayer Labyrinth - an ancient form of praying whilst walking, open at St Mark’s Church, Alma Lane, GU9 0NX on Thursday 2nd April 9.30am-11am and Saturday 4th April 10.30am-12 noon. Good Friday Crafts - lots of Easter activities at St Mark’s Church on Friday 3rd April from 9.30am-11am, including an opportunity to experience a prayer labyrinth, followed by a short time of worship

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when the parents return at 11am. After the service, enjoy hot cross buns. If adults would like to walk the labyrinth, then return to the church by 10.45am. To book your place contact Anne on 01252 724429 or anneboyman@ hotmail.com. Messy Easter - something new this year instead of having Good Friday Crafts at St George’s they are having Messy Easter - meet on Friday 3rd April from 10am -12.15pm for lots of Easter craft activities, food and fun. Please note, Messy Church is at St George’s in Badshot Lea, not at the usual venue of St Mark’s in Upper Hale. Contact Alison to find out more 01252 336059 or alisonstickland@sky.com. Parish Coffee Morning – on 4th April from 10.30am to 12 noon. There will be a raﬄe, a bring-and-buy stall and a cake stall. Quiz night – Saturday 18th April at St Georges. Make a team of eight and book a table or book a space and make a team on the night. Tickets £6, bring your own drinks and glasses, nibbles provided - 7pm for a 7.30pm start. Contact Carrie or Jason on 01252 338540 or email c.grafham@ allhallows.net. Mindfulness - take time out and come to the mindfulness session at St Mark’s Church, Alma Lane, Upper Hale on Monday 27th April from 9.30am-10.20am, no need to book and free of charge. There could still be time to book seats on one of the themed Easter cruises run by The Wey and Arun Canal Trust. They will be running on the canal over the Easter weekend, Friday 3rd - Monday 6th April. The trips take 40 minutes and depart from Loxwood at 11am, 12 noon and 2pm. Children will receive a chocolate gift from the Easter Bunny while adults enjoy refreshments and the chance to unwind and enjoy the scenery. Tickets cost £9 per person. The boat departs from the wharf beside The Onslow Arms on the B2133 in Loxwood. If you would like further details or wish to book seats on one of the special cruises (or enquire about private charters or weekend public trips), call The Wey and Arun Canal Trust Office on 01403 752403

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Going rustic Not so long ago, country living meant a very different lifestyle to nowadays. Viv Micklefield takes a step back in time at Tilford’s Rural Life Centre to discover more. Let’s be honest, for most of us it’s all become a bit frantic lately. If we’re not rushing around taking the kids to after-school clubs, then there’s the never-ending deluge of emails demanding attention. And when downtime arrives, we’re either catching up with the gardening or tackling the next DIY job. While noone would deny that our ancestors had their own trials and tribulations just to keep body and soul together, the pace of life that they enjoyed is often envied. Nestling down a country road, just three miles south of Farnham, you’d be forgiven for thinking the clock has stopped still. Because it’s here that the south’s largest collection of country life is on display. And with nothing newer than the 1960s, for anyone with a passion for nostalgia, it’s a hidden gem. The Rural Life Centre was the brainchild of Tilford villager Henry Jackson and first opened its doors in 1973, although what started 8

out as a hobby became a visitor attraction more by default than by design. “Henry and his wife Madge rented a cottage here and the collection started with a couple of ploughs,” explains my guide Helen Porter, assistant to the museum’s current director, Chris Shepherd. “They used to sell lots of home-grown fruit and veg to the local community who saw what they were doing and it developed from there.” And with somewhere in the region of 40,000 artefacts and 30 rustic buildings now occupying the 100-acre site, Helen’s not exaggerating when she describes it as “a very big collection”. With offers of private donations regularly arriving, regrettably, another mower or rake can’t always be accommodated. “We do end up vantagepointmag.co.uk

saying ‘no thank you’ to quite a lot,” she admits. “But if we can’t take something, we suggest to people that they try elsewhere in the Rural Museums Network.” Judging by the care and attention to detail that continues to go into preservation here, it’s easy to see why local families are keen to share a part of their own heritage. The latest example of this is the 100 year old Frimley Green Cycle Workshop, complete with its Aladdin’s cave of original tools and bikes. Having been painstakingly dismantled, this is in the process of undergoing reconstruction and promises to be a popular addition in the portrayal of village life. As does the new Wagon Shed, another Heritage Lottery-funded project, which allows the impressive collection to be housed under a single roof. Now a charitable trust, the Rural Life Centre receives an annual grant from Waverley Borough Council which is boosted by admission charges. And, according to Helen, there’s additional income generated by the many craft shows, vintage vehicle rallies and other events hosted. “We get about 25,000 visitors a year, including a lot from near London, and also Poland as we have the permanant Tweedsmuir Camp exhibition. For the steam meetings people travel from miles around; they get to know of the big events that are held here and come back year after year to see what’s different. “There’s also a large volunteer group of almost 300, called The Rustics and each Wednesday up to 80 will be on site. There’s a lot of gardening that goes on and general maintenance. Our site manager is one of the six-strong paid team here, but otherwise we’re manned purely by volunteers and couldn’t run the place without them.”

The Rural Life Centre’s best kept secrets • Working blacksmith John Cooksley runs courses on site • The Old Kiln line is Surrey’s only industrial 2’ gauge railway • Soaring trees in Henry’s historic arboretum offer shady picnic spots • Marriage blessings can be arranged at the Eashing Chapel • The café serves-up a full roast lunch plus trimmings every Sunday

Their efforts around ‘Henry’s Yard’ deserve particular mention. In addition to recreating the museum’s origins, viewers of BBC Two’s Tudor Monastery Farm might recognise the Wealden iron furnace featured on the programme; the volunteers having played vital roles in securing the replica’s funding and construction. One of my favourite areas though is the Tilford Building’s array of old-fashioned shops. From butchers to drapers, it really is a window into the past. Yet the Rural Life Centre has an eye on the future too. A Facebook page provides the latest project news, with displays constantly being refreshed for added interest. And the younger generation is also kept well entertained. Whether visiting the Victorian Schoolroom (once a landmark in the Bourne) to rediscovering a traditional playground, it’s not hi-tech but it’s certainly fun. “In the half-terms and summer holidays there’s Activity Thursday for the kids, with loads of things going on, we get old typewriters out or might have the water pump going. It’s back to basics but they often want to stay all day, which is great,” says Helen. While a numbered trail begins at the almost kitsch 1950s prefab, there’s every opportunity to wander the grounds at leisure. With authenticity at the forefront, this is not a pastiche of rural life or a theme park. It’s a place to make you smile. FIND OUT MORE

Rural Life Centre, Reeds Road, Tilford GU10 2DL. Getting there: midway between Tilford and Frensham, follow the brown tourist signs; free parking. Summer opening hours: Wednesday to Sunday and Bank Holidays, 10am-5pm. Tickets: £9.50, children 5-16 years £7, family ticket £29, concessions £8.50; groups by arrangement. Find out more: call 01252 795571 or visit www.rural-life.org.uk

What’s on? There’s a busy calendar of events and attractions for the whole family at the Rural Life Centre, including: Saturday 4th April Sunday 5th and Monday 6th April Saturday 25th and Sunday 26th April Sunday 26th April Saturday 9th and Sunday 10th May Sunday 24th May Sunday 30th and Monday 31st May

Steam Toy Rally Easter Chick Hunt and Bonnet Competition Working with Wood Triumph TR Sports Car Rally A Village at Peace VE Day Re-enactment Bus & Coach Rally Tractor & Engine Rally

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or email office@weyandarun.co.uk. Website: www. weyandarun.co.uk. It’s almost that time of the year again when Cadbury teams up with the National Trust to oﬀer families the ultimate day out with their popular Easter Egg Trails. This year, the Cadbury Eggsplorers Easter Egg Trail (3rd6th April) will be inviting families to unleash their inner explorer with adventurous trails taking place in some of the most beautiful, historic and unspoilt places across the country. The National Trust looks after so many special places, from spring woodlands and rolling hills to formal gardens and historic houses, so the Cadbury Easter trails are a great way for families to enjoy a traditional fun day out in surroundings that are second to none. What’s more, all Eggsplorers will receive a delicious Cadbury chocolatey treat at the end of each completed trail, and every single Cadbury Easter Egg Trail will help support special places looked after by the National Trust for future generations to explore. To join in with the fun, visit www.eastereggtrail.com. There are 14 Cadbury Easter Egg Trails to choose from across Surrey, guaranteeing a fun-filled Easter for everyone. The Rural Life Centre in Tilford is unwrapping a packed season of events for the whole family. They kicked off the season with a Teachers’ Introductory Weekend in March when admission to the museum was free to teachers and their families. Easter Sunday is on 5th April, so hopefully

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the weather will have warmed up for family activities and competitions. These family days are preceded by the Steam Toy Rally (April 4th) when hundreds of miniature steam engines chuff-chuff noisily for museum visitors. Following on in May is the museum’s hugely popular Village at War weekend (9th – 10th May). This year reenactors will transform the 10-acre site with the sights and sounds of a village ‘somewhere in England’ as D-Day approaches and the troops prepare for the impending invasion. You can get details of the complete programme on the museum’s website www.rural-life.org.uk or pick up a copy of the 2015 diary from Farnham council oﬃces and tourist information centres. The Rural Life Centre is midway between Tilford and Frensham in Reeds Road off the A287, three miles south of Farnham. For further information, telephone 01252 795571. Farnham Afternoon Bridge Club meets at Farnham Maltings every Wednesday afternoon except the ﬁrst Wednesday in the month (next one 8th April). Bridge starts at 1.45pm, there is a short tea break mid-afternoon and it finishes at 4.30pm. The members, quite a few who are now on their own, all enjoy their bridge and find it a great way to meet together in a nice friendly atmosphere. New members are very welcome and can obtain further information from the membership secretary, Rosemary Ostime on 01252 721312 or Trevor Lawson on 01252 543372.

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than the cost of a bag of herbs from the supermarket. Being choosy with gardening products can also bring dividends. I have always found horticultural fleece to be a useless purchase. Fleece doesn’t last longer than a few weeks if you’re lucky; it’s a waste of time. Enviromesh is more expensive than fleece, but it’s a robust, durable material that lasts. For a cheaper alternative to Enviromesh, try asking builders who are putting up scaffolding if they have any of the white or clear nylon type material they use going spare. Another false economy is cheap peat-free compost; so far I haven’t found any low price, peat-free compost that can be used as anything other than mulch. Excellent peat-free composts are available. New Horizon, for example, produces great quality composts. Although they are more expensive these are worth spending a little more on as you will achieve quality plants in a good growing medium. I would always make room to compost, however small my outside area. If you really don’t have room to compost, you could try a wormery. Composting provides a free source of wonderful organic material and you don’t need to pay for it, wait in for it to be delivered or struggle to carry it home. You could make your own free compost bin from wooden pallets. Some plants and bulbs last longer in our British growing conditions than others. If you have a limited budget to purchase spring bulbs and you’re just as fond of daffodils as tulips, I would recommend growing daffodils and forgetting tulips. The glamorous, large-flowered tulips are not reliable at re-flowering, whereas daffodil bulbs can outlive us humans if grown well. If you do go for tulips the smaller species are more reliable at re-flowering, so choose these varieties over the larger bedding types. Leaf mould is a great soil conditioner. You can’t buy it in the shops, but you can collect leaves for free and make your own. Run a lawnmower over your collected leaves, then moisten – both the shredding and the addition of water will help to speed up the rotting process. Then bag them up and keep for at least a couple of years until they are fully broken down. Leaf mould is a wonderful mulch, soil improver, or compost for sowing seeds. Pine needles take longer to break down but they make an 15

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GARDEN CLUBS Joining a gardening club can help you make savings too. Gardening club members often receive discounts at local nurseries and garden centres and you can enjoy the benefits of a bulk, club order of seeds at a greatly reduced price. Clubs are also a great way to make friends and learn about horticulture; there are many local gardening clubs and societies offering meetings, outings, even holidays (at a lower price than if you went alone). Nettles and comfrey both make unpleasantly fragranced, but very effective, natural fertilisers. If you’d like to grow comfrey to provide you with a supply of natural fertiliser, ensure you order the variety ‘Bocking 14’, a sterile type, which is propagated by root cuttings (see image left). ‘Bocking 14’ won’t seed and spread around your garden, which is a huge bonus as comfrey is a very deep-rooted plant and tricky to dig up and remove. Many garden centres or nurseries have a marked area where they leave unwanted pots for their customers to re-use. Biodegradable pots can be made from newspaper or empty lavatory rolls; these are ideal for sowing seeds and then planting directly out into the garden. Talking of garden centres, watch out for their seasonal and special offers – I have some information on the latest deals locally on my website at www.pumpkinbeth.com. You will also find advice on the website about what to do in your garden and allotment this month.

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In brief, Farnham Maltings have a few theatre events this month. They are showing ‘Danny the Champion of the World’ on the 11th, ‘Gods are Fallen and all Safety Gone’ on the 21st and ‘A Strange Wild Song’ on the 30th as well as the children’s show ‘Cirkus Spectakular’ on the 18th. Of course, there are many more events going on, so call in or look online for the full listing. Box Oﬃce: 01252 745444. Online: www.farnhammaltings.com. Farnham Maltings, Bridge Square, Farnham, Surrey, GU9 7QR. On Saturday 11th April, Grayshott Folk Club introduces a folk trio by the name of Red Moon Road (www. redmoonroad.com). They hail from Canada, where so much brilliant folk music originates. They are one of Canada’s most energetic and endearing folk trios and are made up of: Sheena Rattai on lead vocals and the two Daniels; Jordan and Peloquin-Hopfner, who between them play mandolin, banjo, guitar, delay pedals and a beat up bass drum. Their music is uplifting, energetic and a lush and lively take on modern roots. Support is provided by Elliott Morris (www.elliotmorris.co.uk) who has recently toured the UK as support to Paul Carrack. He is a brilliant young guitarist and a great singer. Don’t miss him! The gig takes place at Grayshott Village Hall, Headley Road, Grayshott, GU26 2TZ, and starts at 7.30pm. Adult Tickets: £12, Children Under 16: £6. Call Des O’Byrne on 01428 607096.

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The Centre for Sustainable Design at the University for the Creative Arts (UCA) has collaborated with Transition Town Farnham to launch a new repair café in Farnham, Surrey. The café aims to reduce waste and extend the life of products, breaking the cycle of “use, bin and replace” whilst providing a local social hub for free exchange of skills and know-how. With the next session on 11th April meeting again in Farnham’s United Reformed Church, the launch received over 50 attendees of all ages, including families, that came together to work on repair and upcycling projects. The Farnham Repair Café will next meet between 10am -12.30pm on 11th April. For more information about the Farnham Repair Café, visit its Facebook page (www.facebook.com/ farnhamrepaircafe). To find out dates for the rest of the year, please contact Ros at UCA’s Centre for Sustainable Design on rcarruthers.t1@ucreative.ac.uk. There’s loads going on in April at RHS Garden Wisley, Woking GU23 6QB. The Lindt Gold Bunny Hunt takes place everyday up until Sunday 12th April from 10.30am- 4.30pm. Hop through the garden on the trail of the Lindt Gold Bunny. Follow the clues to lead you to a delicious Lindt treat for the hoppiest Easter ever! (Sorry, I didn’t write this!) Bring your family along for a full day of Easter fun every day of the Easter holidays and make an Easter bunny bonnet on Easter Sunday. See birds of prey soaring above the garden as well (11th-12th April). There are all sorts of activities every day, just visit www.rhs.org.uk/wisley for what’s on and when.

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You may be surprised to learn that ‘Growing Pains’ are not, strictly speaking, related to growth. ‘Recurrent Nocturnal Limb Pain’ as we should refer to it, is not very well understood. This means many similar but treatable conditions go unmanaged and can lead to unnecessary suﬀering in children. Rob Butler from Physio 1to1 explains more...

Growing Pains Growing pains occur in the evening or at night and affect children between the ages of three and twelve. They often occur after a busy or active day, and affect both legs. Although distressing, growing pains do not cause any long term harm. The recommended treatment is firm massage to the affected area and using heat to soothe the pain. If necessary, standard painkillers for children can also be used. Growing pains should really be a diagnosis of exclusion. That is to say, all other diagnoses should be explored before diagnosing with ‘Growing Pains’. Pain from a biomechanical origin are all too commonly confused with ‘Growing Pains’. Biomechanical pain refers to pain resulting from the action of internal or external forces on the body affecting the bones and soft tissues, 20

this is the most common type of childhood pain we see here at Physio1to1. Most biomechanical conditions are easily treated with physiotherapy. Physiotherapy assessment will enable the biomechanical problems to be highlighted and treated. Correction of adverse biomechanics can rapidly relieve symptoms and help prevent recurrence. Physiotherapists, as primary care practitioners, are also well placed and trained to spot those potentially worrying cases that require further medical treatment or advice from your GP.

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It is important to recognise conditions which have a medical cause or are biomechanical in origin. It is unlikely that your child is suffering from ‘Growing Pains’ if your child’s symptoms are particularly severe or if they present with one of the following symptoms: • Pain in just one leg. • Pain also affecting the arms or back. • Pain that occurs every night or continues during the day. • Swollen or hot joints. • A high temperature. • Reluctance to walk or limping. • Pain closely associated with activity. • Prolonged periods of pain. The most common diagnosed childhood pains presenting at Physio1to1 are: Osgood Schlatters, Sinding-Larsen, Miserable Malalignment Syndrome, Severs Disease, Iliotibial Band Syndrome, Hypermobility Syndrome and of course true ‘Growing Pains’.

is occasionally necessary and communication with your GP is important to ensure continuity. Physiotherapy treatment for the correction of biomechanical pains may include targeted soft tissue massage, specific stretching, movement pattern re-education with corrective exercises, strengthening, taping and postural correction. We tailor treatments dependent on the presentation of the case and most importantly on the child’s ability to follow the treatment plan. Exercises are sometimes a chore and so often the skill is in attaining compliance. The staff at Physio1to1 enjoy the challenge of treating children. As a family practice we know only too well how distressing it is to see your child in pain.

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performances on Wednesday 15th April at 2pm and 6pm. ‘Beauty and the Beast’ stars comedy legend Bobby Davro as Silly Billy and Dani Harmer (CBBC’s Tracy Beaker and Strictly Come Dancing) as Beauty. This spellbinding Easter pantomime tells the story of Beauty who longs for romance and adventure, a bad-mannered Prince who is transformed into a beast to teach him a lesson and a good fairy who makes both their dreams come true. A fun-filled show with dazzling numbers and lively music, as well as plenty of jokes, slapstick and heaps of audience participation. Tickets: £20; over 65s, under 16s and fulltime students £18. Ticket prices Include £1 booking fee. Group booking discount available. Les Amitiés Françaises’s popular series of lectures in French continues on Thursday 16th April at 7.30pm in the Baptist Church Hall, Queen Street, Godalming. Elizabeth le Doze’s talk will be on ‘Alexandre Dumas The forerunner of modern literature’. Famous for his historical romances, ‘The Three Musketeer’s and ‘The Count of Monte Cristo’, Dumas’ own life was so irregular, so diverse that it could have provided plots for a library of books. May’s talk at 7.30pm on Thursday 14th May will be on ‘Maurice Ravel (1875-1937) – his music and his literary sources of inspiration’, to be delivered by Emilie Capulet. Non-members are very welcome at the lectures (£6 at the door). As well as a programme of lectures, members enjoy convivial dining occasions together and visits to historic houses and gardens, all with a French

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connection. For further information, contact John Petty, membership secretary on 01483 861974, john.petty@ which.net and on www.amitiesfrancaises.com. Renowned for her warm, engaging stage presence, Sarah McQuaid is a versatile and beguiling performer. Her unique voice delivers a powerful emotional punch that’s matched by her distinctive, eloquent guitar style. In addition to her own elegantly crafted originals, she interprets traditional Irish and Appalachian folk songs, Elizabethan Ballads, 1930s jazz numbers, surprise covers and lively guitar instrumentals. Her new album just released in the UK is called ‘Walking into White’. Sarah is undergoing a huge tour that has taken her to Ireland, The States and the UK. Luckily for us she is coming to Farnham Maltings on Saturday 16th April. Tickets are £10 and can be booked by calling 01252 745444. Doors open at 7.30pm. Interested in archaeology? Always wanted to have a go? Used to do some but not recently? Liss Archaeology is a local, active group of friendly enthusiasts following professional guidelines and actively seeking new members. Preparations are underway for an excavation halfway between Alton and Petersfield between Thursday 16th April and Monday 18th May in an intriguing location known to contain Iron Age and Roman archaeology. No experience is necessary, full training can be given. Equally, experienced people are welcome to join the team. They

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C.S Lewis once declared that “you can never get a cup of tea large enough or a book long enough to suit me”. As a firm believer in this statement, Paula Halliday took a look at exactly what our area has to offer avid tea-lovers, compiling a refined and recommended selection of independently run tea rooms and cafés. Coffee lovers are also catered for... Starting out in Guildford and surrounding villages, it is surprising the number of independently run tea rooms you can find when you are looking. One you may have already come across is Tillings. Tillings originally opened its doors in the village of Gomshall, taking its name from the Tillingbourne River. Spacious and homely, Tillings provides an ideal and relaxed atmosphere for families and groups to spend an afternoon sampling the menu and admiring the vintage knick-knacks. Following the successes of Tillings Tea Room, manageress Jane has used the same quirky formula to transform what used to be The Barn, situated in the picturesque surroundings of perhaps Guildford’s most treasured views at Newlands Corner. The Cornerhouse is a smaller affair but still shares the same homely feel as its sister tea room. You have the added bonus of being in the perfect location for walkers to culminate their efforts with a refreshing drink and a bite to eat. Having not been open long, the summer promises further renovations and more finishing touches to come. Another winning formula which has popped up in Guildford’s surrounding villages started with The Speckledy Hen in Shamley Green. The April 2015

rooms, although small, boast beautiful beams and countless other quirks that come with older buildings. One room is dedicated to selling a carefully selected range of foods and items for your home, while the two rear rooms afford a friendly and homely tea room experience, and a real retreat for catching up with friends. If you are lucky enough to visit this tea room on the run up to Valentine’s Day, you can get yourself some unique chocolates (which I can personally recommend!), home-made by an inhouse chocolatier. Although, if you can’t wait that long, we’ve been assured they are made from time-to-time throughout the year. Unsurprisingly, The Speckledy Hen soon hatched another home-from-home. Nestled in one of Guildford’s prettiest villages, Shere, The Dabbling Duck sits just back from the bank of the river, home to the dabbling ducks with whom this tea room shares its playful name. Quaint, but perfectly formed, the atmosphere inside is personal and welcoming with a rather indulgent selection of home-made treats to accompany your cuppa. Unusually for a tea room, there is also a generous range of bites which you are able to take away. The Dabbling Duck’s takeaway menu makes breakfast on-the-go a very appealing prospect. Following on with the bird theme, our next village gem is Nest. In the centre of Ripley’s charming high street, Nest lives dutifully up to its intriguing name. It is a homely setting, filled with carefully selected items from hand-made cards to jewellery and antique books. Each is sourced and displayed with great care and style. You feel as if you are entering a magpie’s nest of characterful bits and pieces, rather than a normal tea room. 31

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Just a stone’s throw away down the road is Pinnock’s, whose speciality lies in their locally roasted organic coffee, available in eight varying strengths and ﬂavours. All food and cakes are made onsite every day, but the favourite with customers is either the gluten-free fresh raspberry and white chocolate brownies or the home-made quiche of the day. The atmosphere in this café is one of total relaxation. The large leather armchairs upstairs provide the ideal spot to sit and browse through the small library which is steadily refreshed by other locals – a wonderfully old-fashioned idea. If you want to see more of Pinnock’s, they also hold three monthly community events including a book club, knit and stitch club and craft lessons in winter, so there is plenty to get involved with, and dogs are made very welcome too. Heading now into the centre of Guildford itself, the bustling high street is one of Surrey’s finest spots for keen shoppers, and also harbours a small selection of tea rooms to retreat to and unwind after a hard day’s spending. The one which perhaps most successfully provides this haven is found on the very top ﬂoor of The House of Fraser, removing you completely from the crowds below and providing an afternoon tea with a spectacular view of Guildford. A more classic tea room, it is fair to say that The Tea Terrace appears formal in comparison to its counterparts, but still comes with its own quirky personality, and a rather impressive selection of tea-related quotes adorning the walls. Winding our way to Godalming, we reach the wonderfully novel Café Mila. Although tucked away in Angel Court, it not only boasts a relaxed environment to grab a cup of tea with a friend, but also the facilities to attend yoga classes! This combination affords a unique and potentially social experience as well as promoting the healthy lifestyle that runs throughout

everything they do there. If you are looking for somewhere with the indulgence of eating out without having to watch what you eat, Café Mila provides plenty of healthy choices. Downstairs delivers a child-friendly atmosphere for family outings, however if you would rather, you can enjoy your tea upstairs in the ‘kids free’ zone. They also run special events, including play readings and themed dinners. One to look out for might be their Local Produce Showcase planned for later in the year. Another in this area is Watts Gallery and their tea shop, with award-winning table service, where Welsh rarebit is the recommended dish. Recently refurbished, the interior of this tea room provides a lovely ambiance. However, it is the ability to turn this afternoon tea into a day out for a range of ages which makes it that bit more intriguing. Menus and activity packs for children are available, and of course the gallery itself, featuring Victorian art by George Frederic Watts as well as acclaimed temporary exhibitions. Similarly, Secretts Garden Centre in Milford, which is just outside Godalming, harbours a newly refurbished tea shop as of 2014, named Eliza’s. Again, as well as the opportunity for a cup of tea and a delicious home-made scone or cake, onsite facilities offer all sorts of complementary experiences to make an afternoon or even a day of it. These include

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Black Barn Butchers, The Flower Emporium and Jo’s Jumpers as well as the shop and farm itself. Moving now towards Midhurst, we pass a much older establishment - Ramster Hall, perhaps best known for its stunning wedding receptions. However, within the 25 acres of award-winning surrounding gardens, the Tea House has stood since 1982 and still remains in the same family. Open for the same months as the gardens (27th March-14th June), this tea house is another which offers a day’s activities as well as tea and best-selling carrot, or coffee and walnut cake! On reaching Midhurst, you have the opportunity to try Cockburn’s Tea Rooms for a Victorian experience in the surroundings of Knockhundred Market. Most visitors to the tea rooms choose to enjoy a cream tea, but for particular occasions Cockburn’s can home make made-to-order cakes - the favourite being orange and lavender. Other things to see include an old fashioned sweet shop downstairs and special ‘Cockburn’s in the Evening’ nights hosted once a month, each featuring a different cuisine from Italian to Greek. Meanwhile towards Farnham, you may pass Elstead and therefore the beautiful Little Barn Café, the latest addition to the tea room and café revival, which opened in January of this year. The great thing about this cafe is not only the delicious home-made treats and supplies of tea and coffee, but the fact that they are already endeavouring to become part of the local community. The Little Barn Café advertise upcoming events in the village and have just begun to sponsor the Sharks Girls’ Football Team’s new strip. For that reason, this family run business is well worth supporting, especially when in doing so you can indulge in some salted caramel sponge cake. They also now allow dogs. Also onsite is a larger barn

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used for parties and keeping fit and The British Legion with its views of the River Wey. In Farnham itself, you could choose to explore Lion and Lamb café. As well as being a café, it doubles up as a ‘bring your own wine’ restaurant, though don’t worry, you can still get your classic afternoon tea when booked in advance. As we approach the summer months and slowly ditch the drizzle, this café’s al fresco tables, pet-friendly attitude and live music events will make for an ideal sunny day out. However, if you’re heading in the other direction, Dorking provides a perfect pit stop for tea lovers in the form of Gorgeous Gerties. This tea room is well worth a visit if you enjoy all things retro, with a distinctive 1950s style throughout, from vintage cake stands to memorabilia. Aside from this, Gorgeous Gerties also focus on crafts, selling an extensive range of hand-made clothes, jewellery, gifts and more. They even have a new haberdashery for all your sewing needs, making them much more than just a tea shop. This whistle-stop tour highlights just a few of the quirky, beautifully designed, homely tea rooms and cafés that inhabit our local towns and villages. Each of the tea rooms featured in this article sources products locally, from freshly baked cakes right down to their core ingredients, in turn supporting the local community. As with the nature of independent ownership, each one has its own personality, which is something to relish and support by doing what we do best – enjoying beautiful surroundings with a cup of tea and some home-cooked food. FIND OUT MORE Cafe Mila, 1 Angel Court, Godalming GU7 1DT. Tel: 01483 808569 Cockburns, Knockhundred Market, Knockhundred Row, Midhurst, GU29 9DQ. Tel: 01730 814107 The Dabbling Duck, Middle Street, Shere GU5 9HF. Tel: 01483 205791 Gorgeous Gerties, 61 West St, Dorking RH4 1BS. Tel: 01306 640202 Elizas at Secretts, Hurst Farm, Chapel Lane, Milford GU8 5HU. Tel: 01483 520500 Little Barn Cafe, Thursley Road, Elstead, Godalming GU8 6DG. Tel: 07930 337007 Lion and Lamb Café, 19 Lion and Lamb Way, Farnham GU9 7LL. Tel: 01252 715156 Nest, High St, Ripley, Woking GU23 6AQ. Tel: 01483 211111 Pinnock’s Coffee House, High St, Ripley GU23 6AF. Tel: 01483 222419 Ramster Hall, Petworth Road, Chiddingfold, Godalming GU8 4SN. Tel: 01428 654167 The Tea Terrace, House of Fraser, Guildford GU1 3DU. Tel: 01483 307400 Tillings, 55 Station Road, Gomshall GU5 9NP. Tel: 01483 202214 Tillings Cornerhouse, Newlands Corner, Dorking Road, Guildford GU4 8SE. Tel: 01483 222659 Watts Gallery, Down Lane, Compton, Guildford GU3 1DQ. Tel: 01483 810235

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warm welcome and entertainment followed by tea and cakes and a raffle. At the next meeting, there will a talk from a member of Surrey Police, entitled ‘999 - What’s the Emergency?’ The venue is the Gostrey Centre on Monday 20th April, from 2.20pm-4pm - get there early to get a seat! Transport can be arranged if necessary. For more information please call David Lambert on 01252 722161. An afternoon of bridge and the most delicious tea! What a winning combination! It’s in aid of The Victoria Garden in Farnham and takes place on Wednesday 22nd April at the Memorial Hall from 2pm-5pm. There’ll be wonderful raffle prizes and the garden will bloom all the brighter thanks to your generosity. Please send an sae and cheque for £32 per table, payable to Farnham Swimming Baths Trust, c/o Alison Gordon, Lochinvar, Lovers Lane, Frensham GU10 3DY. Please take tablecloths and cards with you. Do go along, they’d love to see you, and you’ll have a great afternoon. Brooklands Museum in Weybridge has recently received a confirmed grant of £4.681million from Heritage Lottery Fund for its ‘Brooklands Aircraft Factory and Race Track Revival Project’. This project will transform the museum’s Grade II listed WWII Wellington Hangar into ‘The Brooklands Aircraft Factory’, build a new annexe (the ‘Flight Shed’) to house more of the museum’s outstanding collection of historic aircraft and restore the finishing straight of the Brooklands Race Track, the world’s first purpose-built motor-racing circuit. The museum is aiming to raise a further £2million making this a £7 million redevelopment. Already a fantastic place to visit, our kids without exception have always really enjoyed visits, Brooklands is set to become one of the country’s leading attractions. ‘Japanese Costume and Textiles’ is the subject of Cobbett’s Wey Decorative and Fine Arts’ April lecture. Suzanne Perrin will look at Kimono culture from the 10th century, when Japan’s textiles moved away from Chinese influence, through elaborate costumes for the imperial court to modern hybrid styles reflecting changing lifestyles and contemporary fashion. The lecture takes place at Farnham College on Wednesday 22nd April. Drinks are served to members and guests from 7.15pm and the talk starts at 8pm. They are currently offering new visitors a free sample gift voucher; value £7, for this evening. For more information, please visit www.cobbettsweydfas.org. uk or call 01252 793811. There is a charity quiz night on behalf of WaterAid on Friday 24th April at 7.30pm at Ash Victoria Hall GU12 5DN. WaterAid helps the world’s poorest people to provide themselves with safe water, sanitation and hygiene. There are no prizes, it’s just for fun. Entry is £5 per person with teams of 4-6 and part teams welcomed. Take your own food, drink and glasses. If you are going it helps to let the quizmaster know in advance: david. 36

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brown15@ntlworld.com . Further information from Linda on 07934 839608 or contact via the website www. wateraidwestsurrey.org . The next Tilford Bach Society Concert is on Saturday 25th April at 7.30pm at St Andrews Church, Farnham GU9 7PW. Guildhall Cantata Ensemble will perform JS Bach cantatas 82 and 202 and chamber music. All welcome. Tickets cost £13.50 in advance or £15 on the door. Anyone aged 8-25 and accompanying parents/ music teachers may attend free thanks to CAVATINA. Full information on www.tilbach.org.uk or call Sue on 0845 519 8184. The Wintershall Players are looking for new members to join not so much a cast as a huge extended family of actors of all ages for its 2015 productions. This is an opportunity for people with no acting experience to become involved in extraordinary outdoor theatrical events – at Wintershall outside Bramley, Surrey, and with the possibility of performing in Canterbury Cathedral and Trafalgar Square in London. The volunteers can audition for speaking parts or just join the crowd, but being a part of these productions of ‘The Passion of Jesus’, ‘The Life of Christ’ and ‘The Nativity’ is likely to be life- changing in the most positive of ways. Potential actors are invited to a welcome bring-and-share barbecue on 26th April at 12 noon at Wintershall, followed by a read-through of the script. Following from the welcome event, volunteers will need to attend a minimum of three rehearsals which take place on either Saturday or Sunday (daytime) during May and June. Actors with speaking parts have more rehearsals. The first event takes place on 16th May at Canterbury Cathedral when scenes from the ‘Life of Christ’ will be acted out as part of The Gathering, an initiative by the Archbishop of Canterbury for the people of Kent. Performances of ‘The Life of Christ’ take place at Wintershall near Bramley from 23rd -28th June. It is a five hour outdoor theatrical event with picnic lunch where the audience walks with Christ, seeing him preaching from a boat on the lake, feeding the 5,000, and enduring death on the cross. Anyone interested in joining the cast should contact susan@hutleygroup.com. Sixteen is back by popular demand! Come and see what all the excitement is about from Monday 27th April 2015 to Saturday, 2nd May 2015 where we will be popping-up in the Middle Kiosk, Castle Street, Farnham. Sixteen sells gorgeous and individual jewellery, handbags, scarves and ladies Italian clothing all at very affordable and realistic prices. Mention this Jotting to receive 10% off your first purchase, or enter the code VPPopUp2015 on the website to receive 10% off your first purchase www.sixteen16.co.uk For more information please email info@sixteen16.co.uk. Do support Camilla with her popup shop! On Wednesday 29th April, Challengers Farnham Preschool is holding an open afternoon, inviting families to go and see the centre and its facilities with a chance vantagepointmag.co.uk

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to meet the team from 2pm- 4.30pm. The preschool offers places to disabled and non-disabled children aged 2 – 5 years and offers a full range of preschool activities including puzzles, painting/glueing, sand and water play, soft play, sensory and outdoor activities, cooking and much, much, more! They are always developing these activities in line with the national Early Years Foundation Stage. They have a well-equipped sensory suite, soft play and extensive secure outside play area and play structures. For more information contact Lesley-Ann on 01483 230 571. The playcentre is located on St James Avenue, Farnham, GU9 9QF. They look forwards to seeing you there. If there are any readers who were Brownies, Guides, Rangers or ran a unit in the past, or even just had an interest in the Guiding Movement, how about joining Farnham Trefoil Guild? They are a very friendly group and would welcome new members. They meet on the third Tuesday of the month (November to April) at Methodist Church Hall, South Street, Farnham from 2.15pm to 4.30pm and then during the summer months (May to October) they enjoy outings. This year they are planning to have a picnic lunch, a boat trip from Godalming and pub lunch amongst others. For more information, please ring Iris on 01252 723164 or email Ruth on r.duncandavis@btinternet. com.

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The Surrey Union Point-to-Point takes place on Saturday 2nd May in the beautiful setting of Peper Harow Park. It is a fantastic rural day out for the family with picnics and stall-browsing as well as great racing. The first of the six races starts at 2pm but gates open at 11am for families to set up their picnics, go shopping and explore the funfair. Entrance is £10 per adult, under 16s are free. Access to the races is at Oxenford Farm on the B3001, halfway between Milford Junction on the A3 and Elstead. Satnav postcode is GU8 6LA. For more information email: suhinfo@gmail.com. Grayshott Folk Club’s concert on Saturday 2nd May features The Patsy Reid Band (http://www.patsyreid. com/). Patsy Reid was the fiddle player in top Scottish band Breabach and she has played alongside the greats of contemporary folk music but there has always been a part of Patsy that was unfulfilled until now. She decided to express her ideas and thoughts through her own compositions and so The Patsy Reid Band was formed. The band played at the Celtic Connections Festival in Glasgow in January and made quite an impact. It takes place at Grayshott Village Hall, Headley Road, Grayshott, GU26 2TZ and starts at 7.30pm. Adults £12/Children under 16, £6. Call Des O’Byrne on 01428 607096. By the way, I will give more details in next month’s edition, but just to let you know that the internationally acclaimed Irish folk band Altan will be in concert at St Alban’s Church in Tilford Road on Friday 15th May. They are

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Chestnut Cottage, 15 Jubilee Lane, Boundstone, Farnham Half acre garden created by owners on different levels. Rhododendrons, azaleas, acers and conifers. Long pergola with wisteria and roses, attractive gazebo copied from the original at NT Hunting Lodge in Odiham. Peaceful setting. Plant expert John Negus will be in attendance. Sun 3, Sun 24 May (2-5.30). Adm £3.50, chd free.

Crosswater Farm, Crosswater Lane, Churt, Farnham Idyllic 6 acre woodland garden. Plantsman’s collection of rhododendrons and azaleas, incl rare species collected in the Himalayas, hybrids raised by the owners. Everything from alpine dwarfs to architectural large leaved trees. Ponds, stream and companion plantings incl Sorbus, Magnolias and Japanese Acers. Trial gardens of new varieties. Woodland garden and specialist plant centre. Feature on organic compost tea sprays. Sun 3, Mon 4 May (10-5). Adm £4, chd free.

Monksfield, Charles Hill (B3001), Tilford, Farnham 10½ acre varied family garden. With Hampton Court show garden, orchard/walled garden, 300ft long border and formal garden to the south of the house, incl large sculptures, cottage garden, ½ acre wildlife pond and large selection of mature and newly planted specimen trees. Pimms evening with music (Sat 20 June) and cream teas (Sun 5 July). Pictured above right. Evening Opening £5, chd free, Sat 20th June (6-10.30). Sun 5th July (10.30-5.30). Adm £5, chd free.

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Sandy Slopes, Honeysuckle Lane, Headley Down, Bordon A plantsman’s garden with a remarkable collection of mature plants from China and other parts of the world. Many of these are rare and exciting. Some are naturalised and many are woodland shade lovers such as trilliums, areseamas, primulas and rare blue meconopsis, growing beneath mature rhododendrons, magnolias and rare trees. Rising terraced ground with a stream and wildlife pond. Mon 4th, Mon 25th May (2-5.30)

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arguably the best traditional Irish folk band currently playing anywhere in the world! The popular Farnham Duck Race, organised by the Farnham Weyside Rotary Club, takes place for the 28th time this year on Saturday 2nd May on the River Wey by Gostrey Meadow. It is a great event in Farnham, attracting large crowds to watch the hundreds of ducks as they race down the river. It’s a successful fund-raising event, and there are plenty of prizes to be won, in the heats and in the final race. Festivities start at 10am with plenty of stalls and attractions with many local charities taking stalls for this event. The first race starts at 12 noon and there will be several heats during the afternoon. Funds raised will be used to support the Phyllis Tuckwell Hospice and also for Rotary charities and to help with the fight against Ebola. For more information about Farnham Weyside Rotary Club, see the website, www. farnhamweyside.org.uk, or contact the secretary, Brian Kurton, on 01252 660693, or by email at secretary@ farnhamweyside.org.uk . Victoria Garden Plant Sale: Saturday 9th May from 10am-12 noon. A definite date for your diary! The organisers are most grateful for the continued generous support from Hazelbank Plant Nursery at Tilford so do go along and buy from the wonderful selection of their plants and others that will also be for sale. Also enjoy the benefit of the wisdom and experience of local celebrity

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gardening expert, John Negus, who will be there to offer advice! As well as plants there will be cakes, jams, chutneys and other good things to eat. They look forward to seeing you in the garden. Crondall & Ewshot Friends are holding ‘Eat to the Beat’ on Saturday 9th May in Crondall Village Hall, GU10 5QG. You bring the food, then dance the night away to the fabulous ‘Full House’, the band that makes the party rock! Tickets are £25, call Pauline on 01252 850906 or Vicky on 01252 851361. There’s a licensed bar and a glass of bubbly on arrival! Also a prize for best looking table. Doors open at 7pm, carriages at 11.30pm.All proceeds to The Phyllis Tuckwell Hospice. Seale and Sands Bowls Club would like to invite anyone who might be interested to a taster session on Sunday 17th May at 10am. If you fancy spending some of your summer time in the fresh air on an idyllic green, meeting friendly folk for a bit of good natured rivalry and partaking in delicious teas and a chatting over something a bit stronger, then this might well be for you. They would love to introduce you to the game of bowls and will provide all the equipment. You just need to wear ﬂat soled shoes. If you would like to have a try, call 01428 712060 or go to their website www.sealeandsandsbowlsclub.co.uk . A very warm welcome will await you not to mention a free bacon butty! You will find the club in The Sands, just behind the British Legion Club. The postcode is GU10 1LL.

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The Art of Curry with Sameena Thompson Local mum and business entrepreneur Sameena Thompson has recently launched a new range of fresh home-made curry sauces. The ethos of her company is slow cooking, and she has made her rich sauces with this in mind. However, her mum was a busy lady just like we are today, and she learned some quick, one pot recipes from her mum to which she has added her own modern twist. She doesn’t use ghee, very little oil and less salt to ensure that these curries are healthy and nutritious. They are just as traditional and tasty but take a bit less time and are easy to try if you would like to cook curries from scratch at home. Your family will love them! Sameena has chosen three dishes that are popular today, but with a home-cooked taste that you will not find in any restaurant or shop. You can buy all the spices from any good supermarket or farm shop. Where she stipulates ground spices, these are powdered spices which you can buy in small bags. Sameena’s sauces are available online at www.theartofcurry.co.uk or through a selection of farm shops and delicatessens across Surrey. For more details of her sauces, or to book onto one of her supper clubs, please visit her website.

Murghi ka Salaan (Chicken curry) This is a classic dish cooked throughout India. It is based on a sauce consisting of tomatoes and onions. While royal kitchens would frown upon any such ingredients showing (they would blend them to give a smooth broth) I quite like the textures coming through and it is quicker!

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1. Heat the oil in a large pan. Fry the onions on medium heat until golden brown. 2. Add the garlic and ginger and fry gently for a further 2 minutes. 3. Mix the rest of the spices and salt in a small bowl with half a cup of water. Pour this mixture into the pan. The water is to help prevent the spices sticking or burning. 4. Stir for 3 minutes or until the spices darken and the water evaporates. 5. Add the tomatoes and cook for 10 minutes, stirring regularly, until the liquid evaporates and the tomatoes take on a shiny hue. There should be little bubbles of oil coming through which means they are done. 6. Add the chicken and ensure the pieces are coated in the sauce. 7. Cook for 10 minutes or until any water they give off evaporates. 8. Add a cup of water, cover and simmer for a further 15 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through. Stir occasionally. 9. You can add more or less water depending on how thick or thin you want your curry. Just make sure it is given time to cook into the sauce and absorb the ﬂavours. vantagepointmag.co.uk

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This is a deep, rich dish full of ﬂavour and sweetness due to the onions (dopiaza means double onions). It was enjoyed by the Mughals in Hyderabad but is a favourite now throughout India. It is usually infused with dry whole roasted spices but this version uses extra garam masala to save you time. 1. Heat the oil in a large pan. Fry the onions on a medium heat until they start to caramelise. 2. Add the garlic and ginger and fry gently for a further 4 minutes or until the onions begin to darken in colour. 3. Mix the rest of the spices and salt in a small bowl with half a cup of water. Pour this mixture into the pan. The water is to help prevent the spices sticking or burning. Sprinkle in the cloves. 4. Stir for 3 minutes or until the spices darken and the water evaporates. 5. Add the tomatoes and cook for 15 minutes, stirring regularly, until the liquid evaporates and the tomatoes take on a shiny hue. There should be little bubbles of oil coming through which means they are done. 6. Add the lamb and ensure the pieces are coated in the sauce. 7. Cook for 10 minutes or until any water they give off evaporates. 8. Add 2 cups of water, cover and simmer for a further 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add more water as required to allow lamb to cook through. 9. Cook until the lamb is tender and the curry has a thick consistency.

Ingredients 1 kg boneless leg of lamb cut into cubes (use less lamb if wish but the sauce is enough for this amount) 4 tbsp sunﬂower or vegetable oil 2 large onions cut into slices 1 can of good quality whole plum tomatoes 3 tsp minced garlic paste 2 tsp minced ginger paste 2 tsp coriander powder 1 tsp cumin powder 1 tsp garam masala powder Half tsp cardamom powder Half tsp cinnamon powder Half tsp red chilli powder (for a medium strength) Half tsp turmeric Half tsp salt 5 cloves

Sabzi ka Qorma (Vegetable Korma) This uses a smooth, velvety, creamy sauce in the Nawabi tradition. Mild spices are fused with cinnamon and cardamom and overlaid with yoghurt, cream and coconut milk to add further richness. Children love this, and I am going to show you a version which blends the sauce so there are ‘no bits’ in case you want to use with chicken rather than veg! You do need to be careful of the allergens in this: coconut milk, almonds, yoghurt and cream (milk) so omit them as desired. Ingredients

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This might seem a bit early but I thought you might like time to organise and get the date in the diary. Two sensational tribute acts, along with Britain’s biggest Motown phenomenon, have been confirmed for Farnborough’s hugely popular live music event this summer. Picnic to Music in the Park, which raises money for local hospice Phyllis Tuckwell, will take place this year on Saturday 11th and Sunday 12th July, at the King George V Playing Fields in Farnborough. On the Saturday, the event will play host to the sensational Counterfeit Stones, ‘the most famous Stones band in England’. Also the stunning Counterfeit Police, one of Europe’s principal tribute bands. The Magic of Motown will then take to the stage on the Sunday, with classics from the Four Tops, Supremes, Jackson 5, Stevie Wonder, Diana Ross and Marvin Gaye, to name but a few. Early Bird tickets for this spectacular event are now on sale at www.pth.org.uk with a fixed price of £17 until 1st June (u-12s are free). Gates will open on both days at 5pm ready for the music to start at 7.30pm, followed by grand firework finales on both nights at 10.30pm. Refreshments will be available, but do take your own picnic. This is good news indeed! Farnham Maltings has been awarded £455,000 by Arts Council England towards the cost of transforming the Great Hall into a multi-use space including the creation of a 230-seat studio space. Together with funding from Waverley Borough Council this £600,000 project is scheduled Bourne Buildings May 14_Layout 1 10/03/2015 08:56 Page 1

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Godalming to Shackleford This 8½ mile circular walk has some ups and downs but the only strenuous ones are a short down soon after the start and a similar up in Godalming close to the ﬁnish. The walk takes you through Eashing and Peper Harow to Shackleford and then back via Eashing Bottom. You have three possible lunch stops along the route - at the Stag on the River, the Cyder House, the Squirrel or picnic nearby. The walk was submitted by Guildford Rambling Club (see guildfordramblingclub.org.uk).

The walk With your back to Admiral Way, walk to the right along Ashtead Lane as it becomes Pullman Road. Reach houses and soon turn left into Old Barn View. Go straight ahead as this swings sharp right and join a grassy path beyond No 16. Turn right along it. Follow the path until it reaches a small green and, just before this, turn left into trees and go steeply down a slope and steps, through trees. The path then swings right, passes houses and emerges on their access road. Go right to reach a T junction with a road. Turn left and immediately reach a junction with a roundabout, next to the Inn on the Lake. Cross and go left, passing a Masonic Lodge and towards a rail bridge but, just before the bridge, turn right into New Way. After 150 yards duck left, under the railway. Reach a narrow lane and go left. After 20 yards, fork left on a wide track. Ignore the next fork left. Emerge on and follow a follow a driveway (which turns out to be New Way and later becomes Halfway Lane). Ignore a footpath, to the right, at a sharp left-hand bend. Stay on the road, passing an equine and dog clinic. Reach a T junction and go right. Walk for several hundred yards, going around a sharp left-hand-bend. Eventually reach a lone tudor-style cottage on the right-hand side. Take a footpath right, along the side of the cottage and into a field. Stay at the top of the slope on the right-hand side and walk across the field to the far right corner. Exit and drop down through trees to reach the bank of the River Wey. Continue forward to a road. (To visit the Stag on the River, turn left and walk a few yards and the pub is on your right). Turn right to cross the Eashing bridges. (It is believed that the historic double bridge, recently refurbished, which spans the River Wey and a carrier stream, was built by the monks of Waverley Abbey in the 13th century). 48

Continue along the road to reach the side of the A3. Jink right and cross a footbridge over the A3. Enter a field and immediately turn right to walk along the edge. Exit at the first corner and immediately turn left through trees and out into the fields of Peper Harow. (The whole village is privately owned and access is restricted. The name ‘Peper Harow’ is very unusual and comes from Old English Pipers Hear(g) meaning, approximately ‘Pagan Temple’. There is an inscribed post on the lawn to the left of the church, marking the spot where 3 Ley lines cross. This may explain why this site has been inhabited since pre-historic times, it was always known as a place of healing and power). Go straight across the field, aiming for the church. Turn right to walk past the church and up the access road to reach a T junction with a road. Jink right, cross and go left, up Peper Harow Lane. Keep walking along the road to reach The Cyder House in Shackleford and, beyond it, the bus shelter opposite the shop and Post Office. It is at a junction with a second road coming in from the right and provides a handy picnic spot on a wet day. With your back to the bus shelter, cross the road and go right, along that second road. After 200 yards take a footpath left, along a wide track. This ends at the side of the A3 but, about 100 yards before that point, take a foot path right and walk through to School Lane. Turn left and walk under the A3. About 100 vantagepointmag.co.uk

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yards after the road bridges, cross and take a footpath forking off to the right. This quickly reaches a single track lane where you turn right and go down. (Behind you, upslope, through another road bridge, you can see The Squirrel PH.) Follow the lane as it swings left, brieﬂy becomes a dirt track then a tarmac lane again. Pass a house, Milton Wood. Continue forward along a path which eventually emerges at the end of a road. Immediately turn right. The path runs along the side of the first house and down towards the river. Cross a little concrete footbridge. Ignore the immediate first left and go on to take the next. Ignore a quick fork right. Stay more or less on the river bank, heading left. Reach and cross the entranceway to Westbrook Mills. Continue forward to a road where you turn right and go under a rail bridge. Continue forward, cutting though the edge of a car park to reach a footbridge over the River Wey (you could equally continue along the road and over the road bridge). Emerge opposite the entrance to the Phillips Memorial Ground (Jack Phillips was radio operator on the Titanic).

steeply up to sports fields. Cross to the far right corner and exit onto a road. Turn left. Quickly turn right, into Oakdene Road. At the T junction at the far end, turn left. At the next T junction, cross and go into the entrance to Godalming College. Walk along the right-hand side of the buildings and follow a path which brings you out onto Ashtead Lane, close to the start point.

At the band stand go right and out of the first corner into a church cemetery. Follow the line of the cemetery wall until, just by the church, exiting left and into a road. Go left and walk up through the eclectic mix of small shops to reach the main shopping street through the centre of Godalming. Turn left and walk along until, opposite The Kings Arms, turning right and up Queens Street. At its end, cross the main road to continue forward up Upper Queens Street. At the top turn right and quickly left, up Latimer Road. After 100 yards take a path breaking off right and climbing

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