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ESSEX FESTIVALS Getting You In The Mood For A Musical Summer

GIFT GUIDE Treat Your Dad This Father’s Day

LOCAL NEWS Keeping You Up To Date

WHAT’S ON Events From Ongar To Wanstead

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ON THE COVER 13 Local News 18 Father’s Day Gift Guide 22 Essex Festivals 56 What’s On 61 Competition Win a paintballing day out

41 FASHION & BEAUTY 27 Festival Fashion 29 Flawless Finish 33 Hassle Free Holiday Brows HEALTH & FITNESS 37 Spotlight on Local Business

44 COMMUNITY 8 Your Comments 53 The Children’s Trust Charity feature Editor: Darren Perry Email: Darren@essexcentralmagazine.co.uk Tel: 01992 574 275 Advertising: advertising@essexcentral magazine.co.uk Features Editor: Victoria Grace Journalist: Devon-Elizabeth Tabersham & Ben Sneath.

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HOME & GARDEN 41 June Gardening Guide TRAVEL 44 Sun, Sea & Sand FUN & GAMES 60 Puzzle Corner 64 Entering Fatherhood Without a Map SPORT 66 Chigwell Ladies Football Team

Hello,

Welcome to our first issue of the summer!

This month we focus on local live music festivals, with events to suit a variety of tastes, and also provide some Father’s Day gift inspiration to treat your dad on June 19th. Personally I am looking forward to this Father’s Day with my two boys, and hope you all enjoy it too.

For June our travel pages take us to the sunny Costa del Sol, so if you haven’t booked your summer holiday yet then be sure to take a look.

We also have our regular charity feature, which this month showcases the fabulous work of The Children’s Trust, who help children with brain injury. Plus our usual mix of local news, event listings, fashion & beauty.

Finally for anyone interested in sport, our club focus features the newly formed Chigwell Ladies Football Team.

Enjoy the sun!

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A short roundup of what’s been going on TOWN COUNCIL HOLDING EVENT TO CELEBRATE QUEEN’S 90TH BIRTHDAY

(left to right) The Archdeacon of Harlow, the Venerable Rev Martin Webster, Epping Forest MP Eleanor Laing, Bradley Walsh and Canon Rev Geoffrey Connor

EPPING FOREST MP ELEANOR LAING BACKS HEART OF EPPING PROJECT Epping Forest MP Eleanor Laing has praised everyone involved with the Heart of Epping project to build a community centre adjoining St John’s Church in Epping.

Mrs Laing was among more than 100 people who attended a reception and presentation hosted by television celebrity Bradley Walsh.

Mrs Laing said: “I was delighted to hear that the project has now received its full planning approval and that every effort is now being made to get the ‘Heart of Epping’ development to its next stage.

“St John’s Church is already quite literally at the heart of Epping and a community centre building adjoining the church will only further strengthen the church’s role as a focal point for the community in the town.

“I thank everyone who has been involved with the Heart of Epping appeal so far, and wish them all the very best as the massive fundraising effort continues.”

Bradley Walsh has said the Heart of Epping project will be a massive boost for the “sensational” St John’s Church and for the Epping community as a whole.

The plans are for a community centre

adjoining St John’s Church providing community space, meeting rooms and a cafe.

Funding has already been raised to cover the cost of preparing the project and getting it to the planning approval stage.

Now the fundraising effort is focusing on raising £1m to build the facilities and an additional £1m to equip the new building.

Bradley Walsh, the television actor, entertainer and presenter of The Chase quiz show and Tonight at the London Palladium, introduced various members of the church and local community who explained to the audience what the new Heart of Epping building will mean to them and the town.

Mr Walsh, who is one of the patrons of the Heart of Epping appeal, said: “It’s something that this area has needed for a long, long time.

“There are some of us here who won’t be here forever; that gives us a chance to leave a legacy. This is the hub of our community.

“This place is sensational. When we get a community hall attached to the church, the church can only go one way, and that’s up and up and up.”

Cream teas and Prosecco cocktails will be on offer when Ongar Town Council and its Jubilee Park facilities celebrate the Queen’s 90th birthday.

A special event is being held at the Love Lane venue from noon to 5pm on Saturday, 11thJune.

There will also be a bouncy castle, Pimm’s tent, face painting, children’s activities, DJ and ice cream van.

Council chairman councillor Jim Browning said: “This is a very special occasion and the council is pleased that Ongar is able to be part of the celebrations.

“This event is open to all and I’m sure everyone will find something of interest and fun to do in celebrating this occasion.

“We very much look forward to welcoming visitors to Jubilee Park.”

For more information about the day contact the town council office on 01277 365348 (email clerk@ongar towncouncil.gov.uk) or ring the Jubilee Pavilion on 01277 363838.

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ABBOTTS TRAVEL NAMED AS LONDON’S TOP TRAVEL AGENCY

Abbotts Travel has been named as London’s Top Travel Agency in a new power-list of the nation’s best agents.

Abbotts Travel edged out competition from four other high street finalists in London to take the trophy.

TTG’s Top 50 Travel Agencies list was revealed in a ceremony in Birmingham after an extensive judging process led by industry Bible Travel Trade Gazette, which saw agents rated by tour operators and other suppliers, and assessed by travel trade journalists.

TTG editor Pippa Jacks said: “Our search for the nation’s best travel agents has taken us the length and breadth of the country, where we’ve uncovered countless stories of brilliant agents going the extra mile for their customers, giving great value, and serving their communities.

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STUDENTS TRY OUT NEW SPORTS

A group of King Harold Academy students attended a sports event at Debden Park High School where they could learn archery, judo and fencing.

PE teacher Luke Andrew said: “This was a great opportunity for students to learn about different sports from the curriculum, some of which they were participating in for the first time.

“They received coaching from experts who made the events very enjoyable for the students.”

Students from Debden Park, Roding Valley, Davenant and West Hatch were also involved in the day on Friday 13th May.

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by Julian Abbott, who followed in the footsteps of his grandfather and father as owner. He is backed by highly experienced manager, Sharron Roat and a loyal and knowledgeable team.

In 2013 the premises were significantly modernised and the company launched AbbottsTravel.com extending the personality and principles of the company beyond the physical store, to the world online. “ It’s great to be acknowledged, “says Julian Abbott, “and great for our local community in South Woodford to know that they have an award winning Travel Agent to come to rather than taking a chance by booking on the internet.”

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SCHOOL’S ARSENAL STAR SUPPORTS CHARITY FOOTBALL MATCH A group of former students who left Davenant Foundation School in 2010 continue to raise money in memory of their friend Peter Cross who, very sadly, died of leukaemia, aged 20.

A special football match was organised between the school’s 1st XI and their 2010 counterparts organised and managed by exDavenant student and Arsenal player Carl Jenkinson.

He and his friends pulled together their squad, publicised the match and have so far raised over £1,000 for the Teenage Cancer Trust.

The result of an entertaining match was a 3-1 victory for the Old Boys. The Davenant team represented themselves well and impressed Carl and his friends.

Headteacher Chris Seward was pleased to give his permission for the match. He said: “Carl and his friends came to see me and asked if they could have a game in

memory of Peter Cross. They have such great memories of their school days and, in particular, of Peter and it was a pleasure to allow the event to happen.”

The former students will continue to remember Peter and hope to have another game in his memory in the years ahead.

To support the fundraising effort go to: www.justgiving.com/ ForPeterCross

LOCAL NEWS CELEBRATE THE QUEEN’S 90TH BIRTHDAY WITH ESSEX AIR AMBULANCE!

Essex Air Ambulance is inviting everyone from across the county, looking to celebrate the Queen’s 90th birthday, to host a Royal Afternoon Tea in her honour and help raise vital funds for their local Air Ambulance.

Throughout June, the lifesaving charity is asking people to get out their best china sets, get baking and enjoy a cuppa with friends and family - all with a rather Royal theme.

Sabi Blyth, Essex Air Ambulance Fundraising Manager said: “Afternoon Tea is such a fun thing to do and a great way to not only celebrate the Queen turning 90, but help keep the Air Ambulances flying too.

“It costs around £500,000 every month to keep both of our helicopters flying so what are you waiting for, let’s bake and donate!”

The Charity’s Royal Afternoon Tea initiative has been sponsored by Fulton’s Restaurants in Writtle and

Dunmow. Dean Sexton, Managing Director, Fulton’s Restaurants said: “I can’t think of a better way to celebrate the Queen turning 90 and to support our local Air Ambulance! We are a local family business and you’ll never know who will need to call upon this lifesaving service.”

Everyone who hosts a Royal Afternoon Tea will be entered into a draw to win a specialist baking

hamper from W & H Marriages & Sons.

You can get a FREE fundraising pack and royal decorations for the day by calling 0345 241 7690 or email AfternoonTea@EHAAT. uk.com.

For more information on Essex Air Ambulance, visit EssexAirAmbulance.uk.com or follow us on Facebook for our latest news.

CELEBRITIES TURN OUT TO HELP THE DREAM FACTORY NET OVER £2,000 AT FOOTBALL EVENT A host of celebrities - many from reality television shows - took part in a charity football event which raised over £2,000 for The Dream Factory.

Model Bianca Gascoigne was joined by stars from The Only Way is Essex, Googlebox, Love Island and Take Me Out for the afternoon fundraiser at Dagenham and Redbridge Football Club.

Those taking part included Lewis Bloor, from TOWIE, Take Me Out’s Harry Berry, Wayne Lineker and actor Tamer Hussein.

The event was organised by Once in A Blue Moon events.

Avril Mills, founder of The Dream Factory charity, which makes dreams come true for children and young adults with lifelimiting conditions, said: “Our thanks go to Brad Leavy (of Once in A Blue Moon) for choosing us as the charity to benefit from the event.

“We have gained an enormous amount of followers on Twitter and support from more celebrities, including Wayne Lineker, thanks to the day.

“Our Volunteer ‘dream team’ worked really hard all day on the gate and with

the raffle and helped us raise over £2,000.”

Miss Mills added: “We have more than 26 dreams on a waiting list which we need funds for so we need all the support and funds we can get.”

The Dream Factory vol unteer Anita Berkley, mascot Olivia , model Bianca Gascoigne and Avril Mills

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FATHER’ S DAY GIFT GUIDE This Father’s Day, laugh at his Dad jokes, make him a cup of tea, and don’t forget the all-important present! Not sure what to get?

We have rounded up our favourite gifts for some inspiration.

Grab your dad a drink, and let him lay back and relax in this stunning personalised deck chair featuring 24 of his most cherished photographs.

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Help your football loving dad cheer on England in the upcoming Euros with this football jersey.

Personalised 2016 England Men’s Mug £9.99 Football Shirt £60 Nike Getting Personal.co.uk

Tom Ford for Men Eau de Toilette (50ml) £45 John Lewis

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Treat your dad to a fantastic meal at Table 7 in Chingford this Father’s Day. With live entertainment from 5pm on 19th June and a fantastic, varied menu to choose from this is something the whole family can enjoy.

To book please call 020 8524 8438. www.table7chingford.com

Sipsmith Sipping Vodka £28 John Lewis

Light Brown Roman Numeral Watch £28 River Island

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For thrill seeking dads a paintballing session is the perfect day out.

Mayhem Paintball in Abridge have amazing gaming zones, with real tanks, helicopters and aeroplanes set in beautiful woodland. There are packages to suit every budget and games suitable for children too. www.mayhem-paintball.co.uk

Mr Natty Beard Kit £24.99 John Lewis

Treat your hardworking dad to this nourishing hand cream from Outdoor Hands. It will soothe and relieve dry or cracked hands caused by every ‘manly’ pass-time or job imaginable.

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ESSEX When it comes to summer music festivals Essex is firmly on the map.

Whether you want to bop along to cheesy pop acts of yesteryear, or shake your thing in a dance tent, we have a festival for you.

Here are four local events we believe will be the highlight of your summer…

NOW THAT’S A FESTIVAL

27th - 28th August Now That’s a Festival promises to take you on a nostalgic musical journey! The two day event at Central Park, Dagenham will be attracting crowds eager to see Peter Andre, Alesha Dixon, Sister Sledge, Blue, 5IVE, East 17, Aswad, Atomic Kitten, Kenny Thomas and X Factor contestants Reggie n Bolle and Che Chesterman plus more.

However that’s just part of the experience that this fun filled weekend has to offer. Make memories, share good times and enjoy the huge choice of food & drink, entertainment, fairground rides, shopping, fashion shows and much more.

Day Tickets are priced at an affordable £25 per person in advance, or more on the door (subject to availability) making Now That’s a Festival a great choice for families (children under 6years of ages are not permitted). Parking is also available at extra charge and you can take blankets to sit on whilst enjoying the acts, although we expect you will be too busy dancing to your guilty pleasure to worry about sitting down.

If you love cheesy pop then this is the event for you this summer!

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ONE LOVE FESTIVAL

2nd - 4th September The One Love Festival is a melting pot, a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic, free trade and environmentally-friendly event, buzzing with creativity, fun, ideas and soul. One of the most diverse and unique festivals in the UK, the One Love Festival offers something for everyone and is an experience that should not be missed. Bringing together all the facilities and allures of a large-scale event but with the personal touch of a small, independent occasion.

The One Love Festival’s popularity increases each year, and brings together some of the industry’s greatest veterans, alongside the rising stars of tomorrow. Being the only reggae camping festival in the UK makes it a special occasion with a friendly and chilled vibe. For those who love the Caribbean sound, this is your chance to experience the taste too with a huge range of catering outlets providing authentic food. Also expect an array of independent stall holders

V FESTIVAL

20th - 21st August V Festival 2016 takes place over the weekend of 20th & 21st August simultaneously at Hylands Park in Chelmsford and Weston Park in South Staffordshire, with world class artists taking to the stage at one venue on the Saturday and then the other on the Sunday.

The event attracts hoards of festival goers each and every year with numbers reaching 270.000.

Although originally a rock music festival, a wide range of musical genres are accepted; in recent years pop acts have become more common and this year the is no exception with a predominately pop line up.

This year marks the 21st birthday of the cross-country event and promises to be bigger and better than ever. The headline acts on the main stage this year are pop favourites Justin Bieber and Rihanna, as well as the likes of Faithless, Jess Glynne, Kaiser Chiefs, David Guetta, Sia, Example and Rita Ora performing throughout the weekend plus many more artists, and also comedians, who will be taking to the stage in the Glee Comedy Tent.

There are a variety of ticket options available from single day tickets to weekend tickets including camping ,or if you prefer not to do battle with an unruly tent and stand in miles of Porta-loo queues then you can upgrade to VIP or the luxury camping options. Coach travel to the event is also available from a variety of locations, provided by Big Green Coach company.

There are still some tickets available, however, please make sure you book through official ticket outlets listed on the website.

Hylands Park, Chelmsford, Essex CM2 8WQ www.vfestival.com

BSTK FESTIVAL

selling crafts, clothing, cultural items and most importantly records, so you can take some of the music home.

Festival Director Dan Wiltshire, commented: “This year really is a big one for One Love Festival. Seven headliners across three days - it’s a first for us and the UK Reggae scene.

I’m always looking to give One Love Festival fans something new and this year isn’t going to disappoint. The mighty Lee ‘Scratch’ Perry, Junior Reid, Big Youth, Half Pint, Kabaka Pyramid and Jah9 are going to be incredible.”

Weekend tickets are £140 and Day tickets are £47.50 (+ £6 booking fee.)

Hainault Forest Country Park, Chigwell, Essex IG7 4QN www.onelovefestival.co.uk

8th - 10th July BSTK Festival (formerly named Brownstock Festival) has fast become one of the UK’s most popular small festivals. See some of music’s biggest DJs and bands up-close and in a festival atmosphere rammed with personality and personal touches.

They were shortlisted for “Best Small Festival” by The UK Festival Awards in 2013 and 2014 and for “Best Dance Event” in 2015.

Last year saw the 11th festival since they launched with 150 people in 2005. The popularity of the event has grown enormously and they now see over 6000 visitors.

The event organisers said: “We are super proud of our varied line up and entertainments across 6 stages, which we think makes sure Essex is firmly on the festival map. Beyond the main stage you can head to our huge Good Shed dance big top which has seen sets from some of the best DJs in the world. Meanwhile The Stumble Inn is strictly house music only. The rest of the festival is scattered with hand built areas and other entertainments.”

This year’s headliners are Mark Ronson, Tinie Tempah, Kelis and Annie Mac, with Katy B, Scouting for Girls and Wretch 32 adding to the incredible line up of artists plus many more amazing acts.

A standard weekend camping ticket costs just £89 or you can upgrade to VIP for £149, which is great value compared to other festivals of this quality.

Morris Farm, Chelmsford, Essex CM3 6SG www.BSTK.co.uk

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The World Health Organisation has predicted that by 2020, depression will be at epidemic levels worldwide, closely followed by chronic anxiety and loneliness. That’s strange when you consider that many Western Nations today including the UK have never enjoyed so much wealth, health and leisure time, compared with the developing world. We have so much ‘choice’ and are almost unbelievably affluent. And yet we are not happy, at least not in proportion to what we have and own.

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It has never been so obvious that the cause of our unhappiness today is to do with the effects that modern living has on our minds. If we want to be happy - if we want to avoid road rage, running up massive credit card bills or succumbing to anxiety and depression - we need to pay more attention to our minds.

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You will never have to worry that your eye brows are uneven or that they are the wrong shape for you.

All treatments provide a smudge free solution for your make-up needs, perfect for this holiday season. It is also ideal for hay fever sufferers.

Semi-Permanent Make-Up is fast becoming an established beauty procedure. It is a non-surgical technique to add definition and colour to eyebrows, lips and the eye area.

Using precise techniques Catherine can create or improve the shape and balance of your eyebrows; enhance the shape and definition of your eyes and repair years of over plucking.

Catherine will offer you a full eyebrow enhancement which consists of a thorough consultation where she can discuss and decide the perfect look for you. Your eye brows may need reshaping, defining, filling in, lifting, thickening or simply just enhancing.

She will take accurate measurements in order to obtain symmetry. You may require the creation of an arch and fuller tails or a thicker bulb. The graceful arch of a brow is obtainable for everyone, with a little effort, concentration and teamwork.

It is helpful to bring along pictures or magazine cuttings of your desired look, you may even wish to wear your normal daily make up in order for her to have a starting point. The procedure will commence with the creation of a template drawn onto the skin with a cosmetic pencil. She will then decide on the perfect colour pigment to use in order to compliment your colourings.

The procedure normally takes roughly 2-3 hours. Pain management is a priority and anaesthetic is regularly re-applied for optimum client comfort. Once she has completed the procedure the client

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The ultimate sci-fi action adventure for all ages.

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Get armed and ready with a hi-tech laser gun and go hunting in our state of the art, multi-level, UV filled laser arena and find out who is the top gun! Score points by tagging other players but avoid getting hit yourself! We offer many exciting game types. Head down to LaserQuest and let your real life sci-fi adventure begin!

What is Laser Quest?

The ultimate sci-fi action adventure for all ages. Whether you’re 6 or 66, you’ll love the adrenaline pumping exhilaration of stalking your opponents and unleashing a searing volley of laser fire in the battle zone of the 21st century. This is no video game – this is for REAL.

Playtime We provide full briefings and all the equipment you need.

Each player is kitted out with a futuristic body pack and carries a laser. Each game is played out in the Laser Quest labyrinth, with catwalks, mazes, swirling fog, music and lights. You score points when you zap your opponents but lose points when they zap you. Players can compete in 20 minute sessions. From team to solo games, there is a format suitable for you. Scores are displayed on monitors at the end of the game with each player receiving their own score card.

Childrens Parties If you are looking for a party venue for Childrens parties then why not check out our Laser Quest Childrens Birthday Adventure packages! Our popular childrens parties offer a safe and fun filled adventure suitable for children of 6 years or older. Our party packages come with 2 action packed games of Laser Quest, food, party bags for all the guests, unlimited fruit squash, the use of our party zone and more!

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Intervertebral Differential Dynamics (IDD) Therapy is a non-invasive, targeted disc treatment for unresolved back pain, neck pain and associated symptoms such as arm pain and leg pain (sciatica).

Available through a network of spinal disc specialists across the UK, IDD Therapy delivers a precise and more consistent treatment than is possible with the hands alone or with traditional mechanical methods like traction.

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You will be fully assessed before undergoing treatment; this includes a review of a recent MRI or suitable scan.

How does IDD Therapy work?

IDD Therapy uses gentle pulling forces to distract (draw apart) specific spinal segments where discs are damaged or bulging, removing pressure and irritation from targeted discs and any trapped nerves.

Patients have a structured programme of regular IDD Therapy sessions which allows their body to adapt to treatment whilst progressively relieving pain and improving movement.

Treatment is gentle and safe. Sessions begin with some Thermedic heat therapy on the area to be treated, warming up the muscles and ligaments.

You will remain fully clothed throughout treatment and be fitted with a soft, ergonomic harness for comfort and support. The machine tilts upright, allowing you to step on from the standing position without pain or difficulty.

Once you are comfortably harnessed, computer-controlled pulling forces are gently applied at

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In the past, slipped disc patients often had to consider invasive options if manual treatments couldn’t get them better. Now with IDD Therapy, these patients have a very good chance of becoming pain-free

You will feel totally relaxed during the 25 minute session on the SPINA machine. Afterwards, some cold therapy is applied to minimise any temporary soreness which may be caused by muscles being worked in a new way.

Gentle exercise and activity are gradually introduced as treatment progresses - essential for long-term pain relief.

Who can benefit from IDD Therapy?

Typical candidates for IDD Therapy are people who have had back pain, neck pain or sciatica for some time and have not responded to manual therapy and exercise.

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Crofts Dental Practice - Smiling brightly in Epping rofts Dental Practice in Epping have been caring for Epping’s teeth for over 30 years. More recently under the management of owner and cosmetic dentist Dr Jazz Battu, the dental practice has gone from strength to strength and become a real success story among Epping’s local businesses. They continue to take on new patients, as well as providing excellent customer service and treatment to their existing patients. Furthermore, Dr Jazz Battu and the dentists of Crofts Dental Practice, welcome several patients from other practices in Essex for complex treatment such as Implants.

Given their particularly excellent results in professional teeth whitening, Crofts Dental Practice has now been chosen as a Regional Centre of Excellence for one of the country’s leading whitening systems, Enlighten. It is one of the very few whitening systems in the world to guarantee a B1 result (enquire for more information). Working with Dr Jazz Battu, Enlighten hope to promote safe standards in whitening in Essex, offering patients long lasting, safe results.

Why pay more? Dr Jazz Battu told us: “Though there are many places in Essex which offer cheap whitening, it is important to consult a dentist before having whitening done. For example, fillings and crowns won’t change colour, and also there may be underlying conditions with the teeth which actually appear worse after initial whitening.

There are different types of gels which suit different situations, so it is really

important to get a proper consultation done first and X-rays to ensure there are no underlying small problems which can lead to painful problems if not treated before whitening. It may cost more to see a professional, but definitely worth the investment for results that will last.

Our systems are designed to give a deep whitening result which leaves the teeth whiter, for longer”

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Dr Jazz Battu continues to develop his skills in the latest advances in cosmetic dentistry, as well as mentoring newly Dr Jazz Battu qualified dentists. Earlier this year, this dedication to self-development and See Crofts Dental attention to detail, lead to him being Practice on google for voted as a finalist for Young Dentist of the more reviews from past Year, in the prestigious Dentistry Awards. patients, and visit His patients continue to benefit from www.crofsdental.co.uk his skills and expertise which have been to find out more or recognised in the dental profession. telephone 01992 574 004.

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elcome to the wonderful gardening month of June. The soil is now warming up and the threat of frost has gone away so you are now completely safe to begin planting out your summer bedding into hanging baskets, pots and in your borders.

If you have a Clematis Montana that has now finished flowering prune any overcrowded dead or diseased stems. If you are growing Dahlias or Chrysanthemums remember to pinch out the stem tips to encourage branching and more flowers.

Once you have planted your hanging baskets and pots remember to keep them well watered especially on hot days

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hy are we focusing on the Costa del Sol? With 325 days of sun every year, 125km of beaches, 70 golf courses, 3 very special hotels and excellent flight connections with all UK airports you’ll find it an irresistible place.

The province has become a leading cultural destination thanks to the promotion of Picasso and his artistic legacy. Elsewhere, few destinations can boast such a wealth of history and heritage dating back thousands of years that has been preserved and maintained so well.

Practically 80% of the Costa del Sol’s cultural heritage is concentrated

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“The province has become a leading cultural destination thanks to the promotion of Picasso and his artistic legacy.” in three cities, which makes them must-sees. Ronda, Antequera and Malaga. That said, any white village or pueblo blanco in the province can provide you with a thoroughly enjoyable experience thanks to labyrinths of winding, whitewashed streets and charming old quarters.

Thanks to the perfect climate (the average temperature, year round, is a very pleasant 20 degrees), the Costa del Sol has become a leading destination worldwide for golf. Many of the courses were designed by legends such as Seve Ballesteros.

Sun and sand are essential parts of tourism here. From the east to the west coast, the diversity of beaches

Malaga has to offer results in landscapes as different as they are appealing. Beautiful, stunning cliffs on the eastern coast give rise to beaches of white sand on the more westerly coast, as well as busier city beaches with a host of amenities.

All the coastal towns here have well-equipped beaches offering visitors a wealth of facilities. The province’s offerings, which are awarded with blue flags every year by the European Union, are a byword for tourist quality.

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With so much choice, you could be overwhelmed. This is why we’ve joined forces with Iberostar to get the very best holiday for you.

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IBEROSTAR Costa del Sol HHHH

This beautiful beach hotel, which opened in March 2016, is aimed at the discerning traveller.

It’s located in front of the quiet El Saladillo beach in Marbella, set within stunning gardens and at just 45 minutes from Malaga Airport, it is ideal for couples or family holidays.

There are 265 rooms, most with sea views, but we were taken with the ‘Sharing Pool’ rooms, unique to selected doubles and suites, who all

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have direct access to a communal pool in addition to the rest of the facilities and the pool area of the main hotel.

It’s a place that promotes absolute relaxation with those pools, a Jacuzzi and spa centre.

SPA Sensations invites you to discover the true pleasure of pampering, with an exclusive water circuit and another area for personalised beauty treatments. This hotel offers high quality entertainment and facilities, all with direct access to one of the quietest and most beautiful beaches in Marbella.

There’s exquisite gastronomy too.

Choose from a buffet of local and international dishes, many of which you can see being created at the various cooking stations.

In high season, the Beach Club restaurant is one of Marbella’s leading restaurants. The new culinary techniques are combined with the best-preserved tradition of Andalusian and Mediterranean cuisine.

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Quite simply one of the best allinclusive hotels in Marbella, it has a sense of peace and tranquillity in every corner, perfect for couples who want luxury and serenity.

Surrounded by palm trees, courtyards and exotic gardens, this 4-star venue has a fine Mediterranean style with Arabic and Andalusian influences.

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Marina on the Golden Mile of Marbella, the IBEROSTAR Marbella Coral Beach hotel enjoys spectacular views from right on the beach.

It has 170 comfortable rooms of cutting-edge design, and countless excellent facilities. The SeaSoul Restaurant & Beach Club is one of the area’s swishest, most exclusive places. Enjoy it in a hammock, with a cocktail in hand!

With its distinctive Arabic style, the 4-star Málaga Playa Hotel is an allinclusive paradise.

This is another attractive choice for couples or families wanting to visit Torrox (including the gorgeous

Andalusian village reputed to have the finest weather in Europe).

The hotel sits directly on the beach and offers 319 guestrooms and 94 comfortable 1 or 2 bedroom apartments, enveloped by lush gardens and three pools.

Offering an abundance of facilities and services, including a full programme of entertainment for people of all ages including the renowned mini clubs, spa, wellness and beauty treatments, and brilliant cuisine at the 4-star buffet, with many brilliant traditional local dishes.

For further details on the Costa Del Sol, these recommended hotels or any Iberostar properties worldwide please contact Abbotts Travel.

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home from hospital with a confirmed or suspected brain injury. In addition, The Children’s Trust has an extensive research programme and offers online support for families nationwide John (left) and Josh (right) through our Brain Injury Hub. JOSH’S Although we receive some of our STORY funding from the NHS and local In 2011, Josh suffered authorities, this does not cover the a severe brain injury full cost of high quality specialist after a road accident. services and state-of-the-art facilities.

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WHEN: Every Sunday until 25th September, 2pm - 5.30pm

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WHERE: Ridgeway Park, Peel Close, off Old Church Road, Chingford E4 6NU (SatNav E4 6XU) WHEN: Monday 6th June, 10am - 1pm WHAT: Volunteering Information Day - Find out more about volunteering and celebrate volunteering during Volunteers’ Week (June 1-12). Local organisations will be recruiting new volunteers.

WHERE: Loughton Library, Traps Hill, Loughton

WHEN: Every Friday, 6pm - 8pm WHAT: Hotstepperz Dance Class - Street and Freestyle dancing open to any level, ages 11+. £2 members, £3 non-members.

WHERE: The Jack Carter Centre, The Drive, Ilford IG1 3PS

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WHAT: Miniature Steam & Electric Train Rides - One of London’s best kept secret rides in Chingford is the 2 miniature train tracks at the back of Ridgeway Park. There is a 1000 foot 5” raised level track (£1) and a 3000 foot 7¼” ground level track (£1.50). Kids under 3 go free with a fare paying adult. For further information see www.chingfordmodel-engineering.com

WHEN: Wednesday 8th June, 7.30pm - 9pm WHAT: Theydon Bois Book Club We cover the following genres: Chick lit, thrillers, popular fiction, classics.

We have a Facebook page which provides information on the next book. New members welcome. For further information please contact Clare Homer at clare.homer@ yahoo.com or 01992 848931.

WHERE: Queen Victoria pub, Theydon Bois CM16 7ES WHEN: Thursday 9th - Saturday 11th June, 8pm WHAT: Rumours - Comedy by Neil

Simon. The play explores what happens when four couples arrive to celebrate the 10th wedding anniversary of two of their friends one of whom is Chief Secretary to the Treasury - only to discover that he has been shot and his wife is nowhere to be found! His lawyer friend and wife must get “the story” straight before the other guests arrive. As the confusions and miscommunications mount, the evening spins off into classic farcical hilarity. Tickets £8.50.

Box office - Mr and Mrs James 01992 812250. theydondrama.org WHERE: Theydon Bois Village Hall, Coppice Row, Theydon Bois CM16 7ER

WHEN: Saturday 11th June, 2pm - 6pm WHAT: Open Day - To celebrate Abbeyfield Week. The theme is ‘making time’. 80s singer and ‘I’m a Celebrity, Get Me Out Of Here’ contestant David Van Day will be performing with his wife and meeting and greeting residents, their relatives and visitors.

Refreshments and raffle.

WHERE: Cunningham House, Pike Way, North Weald WHEN: Sunday 12th June, 11am - 3.30pm WHAT: Best of Music Fest - A feast of musical pleasures will be provided by many high quality musicians and singers from in and around Redbridge, mixing folk and jazz, soft rock and classical, pop and country, and everything around and in between. A limited amount of seating will be available but you may wish to bring your own chairs or picnic blankets.

WHERE: Gardeners Cottage Café, Valentines Mansion, Ilford

WHEN: Monday 13th June, 1.45pm WHAT: West Essex Flower Club - Charity Strawberry Tea and a demonstration entitled “Technicolour Dreamcoat” by Brenda Tubb. Our charity this year is Essex and Herts Air Ambulance.

Come along, everyone welcome and help us raise money for this worthy cause. Visitors pay £5.00 on the door.

WHERE: Thornwood Village Hall, Weald Hall Lane, Thornwood

WHEN: Tuesday 14th June, 8pm WHAT: NE London RSPB Group Meeting - A talk from Pip Roddis on climate change and renewable energy. Admission £3 for RSPB members (£3.50 for non-members).

For more details ring David Littlejohns on 020 8989 4746 or email nelondonrspb@yahoo.co.uk WHERE: St Mary’s Church, 207 High Road, South Woodford WHEN: Friday 17th - Sunday 19th June WHAT: Flower Festival & Fete Open 10am to 5pm on Friday and Saturday and 11.30am to 5pm on Sunday. Refreshments available.

WHERE: All Saints Church, Theydon Garnon (near Epping) CM16 7NX WHEN: Thursday 16th June, 1pm WHAT: Chigwell Floral Art Club With demonstration by Vijay Bhatia entitled “A Night at the Movies” at 2pm. We would love to welcome new members to join this very friendly club. Visitors welcome £5.00 per meeting including tea and biscuits.

For further information please contact Linda on 020 8504 3238.

WHERE: Victory Hall, Hainault Road, Chigwell, IG7 6QX WHEN: Saturday 18th - Sunday 19th June, 12noon - 8pm WHAT: CAMRA Real Ale Festival - Real ales and ciders from local

micro-breweries; the Barn tearoom will have a selection of bacon sarnies, filled rolls and cakes. On Sunday there will be story-telling and treasure hunts for the children.

WHERE: The Gibberd Garden, Marsh Lane, Harlow CM17 0NA WHEN: Saturday 18th June, 7pm-1am WHAT: Davenant Summer Ball Celebrating 50 years in Loughton.

Tickets, priced £50, include a welcome drink, three-course meal and entertainment from a live party band.

Tickets can be purchased via www. billetto.co.uk/en/events/davenantsummer-ball. For more details, email davenantpa@hotmail.com WHERE: Davenant Foundation School, Chester Road, Loughton

WHEN: Saturday 25th June, 10am - 4pm WHAT: Art Exhibition/Garden Party Work by students in painting, drawing, calligraphy, sculpture, pottery, printmaking, needlecraft, china painting. Some work for sale, also art books, plants, and bric-a-brac.

Enjoy the exhibits, live music, and refreshments including strawberry cream teas, and pick up a brochure for BHCA’s programme of classes for 2016-17. Tel.020 8504 6668, email office@bedfordhouse.org.uk.

WHERE: Buckhurst Hill Community Association, Bedford House, Westbury Road, Buckhurst Hill WHEN: Sunday 3rd July WHAT: Essex Young Musician of the Year Competition - Organised by Ongar Music Club. Semi-finals at 2 pm; final at 7pm. All-day ticket £7.

WHERE: Budworth Hall, High Street, Ongar

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If you want your children to have fun during the School Summer Holidays then send them to Scribbles for our ‘Holiday Club’.

Our clubs are a terrific way for kids to have fun, exercise and meet new friends during the school holidays. Their enjoyment is the main focus of our holiday clubs and we have a wide range of themed activities across the holiday period.

Our themed activities include: Dance & Drama Nature & Science Cooking Arts & Crafts Multi sports (these are subject to change)

Sessions are Monday-Friday 9.00am-3.00pm = £20 per day.

Children to bring own packed lunch. A snack and drink is included. (we can accommodate children from 3 to 8 years old) We are also holding ‘Stay & Play’ sessions during the summer holidays for 0-2 year olds (parents stay with their child). These take place on Monday’s from 10.00-11.30.

Please call the office for dates and to book.

£5 per session.

Thorowgood House, Vicarage Lane (West), North Weald, Essex, CM16 6AL Tel: 01992 523846 www.scribblesdaynursery.co.uk

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2­5 YEAR OLDS (Nursery­Recep�on) Saturdays: 10.30 – 11.30am Mondays: 5.30­6.30pm £5.00 per session

7­11 YEAR OLDS (school years 3­6) Saturdays: 9.30 – 10.30am Mondays: 5.30­6.30pm £6.00 per session or £5.00 per session if you block book

5­7 YEAR OLDS (school years 1­2) Saturdays: 10.30 – 11.30am Mondays: 4.30­5.30pm £6.00 per session or £5.00 per session if you block book

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For more informa�on please call Or Email: info@mini­shooters.club Shooters Football within the grounds of North Weald Golf Club, Rayley Lane, North Weald, Essex. CM16 6AR

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They have been running for almost three decades, attracting visitors looking for a thrilling day out from both near and afar.

Mayhem is the perfect place to hold events, from children’s parties to hen and stag dos or even corporate days out, they have packages to suit everyone.

They have invested in genuine tanks, aeroplanes, helicopters plus much more to ensure you have an immersive experience at the centre. It’s safe, professional, authentic and unique.

This month we have teamed up with Mayhem to offer one lucky reader plus four friends an unforgettable day out. You can choose one of the following events; Outdoor Laser Tag, Paintballing with 300 paintballs each (minimum age 12 years old), or Mini Paintballing for 2 hours for 9 -11yrs olds.

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Cucina Benito Cafe is situated on the Forest Lodge Complex, Epping New Road, formerly, the Kids Corner site it is now home to Boningtons Auction House, Forest Lodge Motel, Go Further Cycling and Cucina Benito Cafe.

The cafe is a family run concern, offering good home made cooking with a warm welcome and family atmosphere and of course not to mention the homemade cakes! We are open six days a week Monday to Saturday, serving breakfast, lunch and afternoon tea and cakes. We also offer a daily special all homemade, fresh to order.

There is ample parking and the added bonus of viewing the auction house, as the cafe has one glass wall which connects with Boningtons, having full exposure to their current sale in action.

We also offer reservations for early morning meetings, book clubs, mothers meetings etc.. and have organised monthly evening events, with a set three course, music and entertainment. Private hire is also available and we are happy to create a menu to your taste.

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DAD’S DIARY

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e’s persistently asking “why”, the dreaded word of any parent. I find myself going from casually asking if he’d like a sandwich to explaining advanced quantum physics in the space of a minute. A typical conversation tends to start like, “Oh look George, you need to wear a coat because it’s raining outside”, “Why?” “Well, erm, because the clouds have filled up with too much water”, “Why?” , “Erm... well the water cycle dictates that as the ground water evaporates and raises up into the clouds it accumulates at different levels of atmosphere where it eventually falls back to the earth as rain due to the gravitational pull”, “Why?”... “Oh, just put your bloody coat on!!” (you can guess his reply, and so it continues). The Mrs has come up with a better tactic, when he says “why?”, she replies with “Why do you think?”, this often stumps him, and more importantly gets his brain working as he tries to think of an answer. I tried asking her how she came up with it, but she just asked “Why?” so I decided to walk away.

George’s mispronunciation of words continues to amuse, his younger brother Jake continues to be called “Cake” and whilst singing his favourite song (when Santa got stuck up the chimney) he appeared to sing about Santa having some seriously bad luck “My beard black, there’s s**t in my sack”. He keeps asking when Christmas will be and I guess that by continually singing festive songs he hopes to draw the event in quicker.

Speaking of his younger brother, Jake is now crawling at some speed, and also attempting to fly. When you sit him down, he initially smiles broadly and starts flapping his arms and pumping his legs back and forth, yet when the lack of desired elevation appears to have been acknowledged he decides to swivel round to all fours

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and propel himself into overdrive.

Each obstacle he encounters then turns into an opportunity for him to climb up and stand, whether it be a plant, a chair or your leg. Once standing, the biting, slapping and dribbling techniques are unleashed with a vengeance and in just a few agonising seconds your healthy leg can resemble something thrown into a tank of piranhas, then in the style of Keyser Soze “he’s gone” (for any fans of ‘The Usual Suspects’ out there). You can usually find him again gnawing on a table leg, or eating the leaves of a plant, like a ravenous koala bear. Thankfully the lawn is quite

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Me need a poo!” overgrown and I’ve run out of baby food... two birds with one stone.

The second part of this month’s Dad’s Diary is solely devoted to a rather harrowing bike ride. I’d decided to take George out for a short ride on my bicycle, I’d connected a child seat on the back and secured his crash helmet on tight, we rode off into the fields. After a few minutes I realised that going uphill, with a child on the back, constantly asking “why?” about everything was becoming a little tedious, so we decided to pull over and get some shade under a rather large tree. “Look Daddy, me can climb the tree!” I looked up to see him hugging a tree so vast that he simply had both his arms outstretched like straight rods, you could have placed a spirit level across his shoulders.

“Can me climb it?” I looked at the thing and could imagine seasoned climbers turning back down after the first mile (it was truly colossal and seemed to disappear into the heavens

like something from Jack and the beanstalk) “No George, you can’t climb it”, “Why?” I had no time for this and decided it best we continue our journey, yet as I placed him back into his seat the cry went up, “Daddy! Me need a poo!!” It was loud enough to make the birds fly from the trees and I had to think fast. He’s out of nappies and I’d set off with minimal essentials (although judging by the trees he wants to climb perhaps abseiling equipment would have been handy). I found an old newspaper and stood him on it, immediately realising that any evacuations would be drooped straight into his waiting pants around his ankles, I urgently needed to re-position him. I lifted him to the front of the paper, then pulled him back over it, so his feet remained near the front, but now his unloading section hovered gently above the centre of the drop zone (I’m running out of euphemisms here). As his cross-eyed face began to go red the action had begun, we were doing this and I held him firmly. He seemed to be challenging the spirit of the tree because it was an absolute log that appeared to be coming out of him. I thought to myself “Christ, that was big!” but little did I know it was just the first half. I can only apologise for the visual crudity of this story, but it happened, and this is parenthood.

Every parent out there will know what it’s like to dangle a child at a rakish angle in order to help them go to the toilet, whether it’s by a roadside, or next to an incredibly large tree. Somewhat coincidentally he’d produced what looked like a festive yule tide log, and as I excruciatingly wrapped the sides of the newspaper around it I was glad that I shouldn’t be seeing one for another 6 months! ...TO BE CONTINUED

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Before and After School Clubs • Flexible Hours EYFS Curriculum “Our son loves being with the Blossoms team, it’s such a friendly environment and he’s learning new things every dayâ€?

Blossoms Nursery, Horseshoe Farm West, London Road, Thornwood Common, Harlow, Essex, CM17 9LH

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higwell Ladies is a newly formed team consisting of a mix of new players and half of Walthamstow Eagles, a team that folded at the end of last season.

We play in Division 1 of the Essex New tracksu Woman’s Football League. Most of its courtesy of Th the girls from Walthamstow wanted e Crown and Crooked Billet to continue playing and Chigwell FC were kind enough to take us on as a new team, Chigwell Ladies. Half of the team have been playing together for years and the new players have fitted in really well. We came third in the league this season which is a great achievement for our first season!

Coming third in our first season warm up ch at m re P has set the bar high, so we have high hopes (and Chigwell FC has high expectations) for next season.

The players have agreed to continue training through the summer, which shows their dedication, and we are going for gold next year and hope to win the league and get promoted to the Premier Division. We will be entering in the League Cup and the Essex County Cup as well so who knows, we could win the treble.

Our training sessions are at 8pm Day out to w atch every Thursday at Power League Leyton Orient in Fairlop and we play our games

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there at 2pm on a Sunday, we always welcome supporters! All the girls do their best to get to every game and every training session and they have all become good friends and socialise together which makes a great team bond (and sometimes shared team hangover on a Sunday).

Chigwell Ladies is sponsored by the Crown and Crooked Billet in Woodford, you can often see some of the ladies in there for dinner or drinks.

Chigwell FC has teams that range from Under 6 to Under 18 and they have mixed teams up to the Under 13’s. Any girls or boys, men or women that are interested in coming along to a training session with the view of joining, go on our website or you can tweet us.

New players are always welcome, the ladies team have found it especially difficult to find a goalkeeper last season after our previous one left to have a baby. All of the teams are always looking for new talent. If you are interested in coming to a training session you can find our contact details on the club’s website. www.chigwellboysfc.co.uk @chigwellboys or @chigwellladies

Celebrate the Journey

Set in 52 acres of beautiful mixed woodland close to Epping Forest, our stunning facilities help to make this one of the most idyllic places in and around Essex for a private celebration of life.

Since opening in 2008 we have helped many families come together to Celebrate the Journey in a tranquil and beautiful setting.

Our uniquely enchanting Woodland and neighbouring Gathering Hall, coupled with the natural surroundings of woodland allows friends and families to mark special occasions at GreenAcres.

GreenAcres Epping Kiln Road, North Weald, Epping, Essex CM16 6AD t: 01992 523863 e: info.epping@greenacrescelebrate.co.uk w: www.greenacrescelebrate.co.uk/epping facebook.com/greenacresepping

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