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Dear Readers, Charles has had his big day, he has been crowned King Charles III and at the age of 74, he is now our sovereign. Can you imagine getting your biggest promotion when you are eight years older than the state retirement age? He has got servants and gofers galore, but it is still a big responsibility. Wouldn’t he prefer to talk to his plants or concentrate on turning his numerous homes into eco-palaces? And who would have thought Camilla, the most hated woman in the UK in the 1990s would become Queen?

Poor Diana would be turning in her grave but being pragmatic about their relationship, he always loved Camilla years before he met Diana, so it is a twist of fate that he got ‘the woman I love by my side’ at the end of the day. These are the words of the abdicated King Edward VIII when describing Wallace Simpson but the sentiment is the same. The irony is the Institution didn’t allow the heirs and spares to marry the partner of their choice if they weren’t high-born enough or if they had been divorced, but this denial often ended badly. Think of Princess Margaret, Edward VIII and Charles. Now the rules are more relaxed and they can marry who they choose; so far Kate and William look rock solid but what about Harry and Megan? They look to be on a downward path of self-destruction and if not both of them, Harry does SUPPORTING VILLAGE LIFE & BACKING LOCAL BUSINESS

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Whether you are a Royalist or a Republican or someone sitting on the fence, the Coronation weekend was well celebrated in the villages. Caddington’s on the Green was a bit wet as they picked Coronation Day but everyone had fun. Redbourn’s picnic on the Common on Sunday was lucky with the weather and the sun shone all day. For both events, the live music, games and novelties for the children, and charity stands, all made lots of fun and a chance for the communities to pull together. We have dedicated several pages to the local celebrations and I thank the local photographers for providing some special moments, caught on camera.

Redbourn got going on Help Out Day and a large group of volunteers spent the day litter-picking. It is important to keep Redbourn sparkling this year as they have qualified for the final of Britain in Bloom!

Good luck to all the Redbourn in Bloomers - you do a great job.

One last thought. Are any of you in need of a dentist and can’t find one? Look outside of the box and get yourself treated soon. See our article on page 8. You will be pleasantly surprised.

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We are having regular meetings to discuss the situation and do what we can to improve the situation regarding the lack of bus accessibility to and from our villages. This is a précis of one of our reports to the Parish Councils.

The monitoring of the 230 service continues, and has been found to be working very well. It is also attracting higher usage than the previous 231 service.

CaSeBuG’s primary activity has been focussed upon revising the 232 service, whose contract is up for renewal in May this year. As the current service is interlinked with the 74 service also operated by Dial-a-Ride, both services have had to be considered simultaneously.

Our proposed plan suggests a Saturday service together with a revised 232 route to replicate that of the old 231 route after serving Caddington (i.e. via Manshead) which we hope will receive a positive response from both the Central Bedfordshire Council Transport Officer, and from the parishioners of Caddington and Slip End. Please get in touch with us.

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Redbourn Coronation celebrations on the Common

Redbourn Village Museum has these lovely photos of coronations and jubilees past The events of the Coronation weekend in Redbourn were the latest in a long tradition of Redbourn celebrating Royal events. In 1935 villagers celebrated George V's Jubilee - the photo shows Jarman's tobacconist with bunting and flags. Jubilation didn't last long as it was followed by the coronation of George VI in 1937, when the village held a fancy dress parade. Photographs of the 1953 coronation are hard to find, but one of Mr Heather's films (viewable in the Museum) features the handing out of cake and ice cream to children, although the sports day and bonfire were postponed due to the rain.

Queen Elizabeth II's Silver Jubilee in 1977 was marked with street parties in Redbourn, including in Holts Meadow (visited by the Mayor of St Albans) and Crown Street/Bassett Close.

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Are you one of the 40% who fail their MOT?

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None of us like failing, so is it avoidable or do we just have to accept that cars sometimes fail?

What do cars commonly fail on?

MOT can either be categorised as a pass, a pass with advisories, minor defects, or a fail with a major or dangerous defect. A ‘Major Defect’ is where a vehicle presents with a serious issue but is not immediately classified as dangerous. It will not pass its MOT until the situation is rectified and a re-test taken.

Dangerous defects lead to an automatic failure with the added issue of the vehicle not being deemed safe to drive on the public road. In this case, it would need to be recovered or repaired on-site.

Some areas covered as part of the MOT are easy to see such as headlamps not working or visible warning lights on the dashboard. If you want to avoid a second test, you are better to rectify these before taking your vehicle to the test centre. However, some defects need the car to be raised such as suspension and wiring. An MOT is a visual inspection and a tester is not allowed to remove anything to inspect it fully. This would be undertaken in the car’s regular servicing routine.

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By Melanie Wooding Jones Redbourn Auto Solutions, caring for you and your car The table on the next page shows those defects that have failed in order of failure rate.

These are the top 7 categories, out of the possible 14 areas that are monitored. The figures are taken from government statistics for the period October – December 2022.

Although these have been listed in order of failure rate and all present serious issues, one of the most alarming statistics here is related to Tyres and Brakes which didn’t just fail but failed because they were dangerous.

For 60% of failures to be attributed to dangerous tyres and 29% to brakes, means that those dangerous vehicles could have been on the road for quite a while before they were tested. For instance, a tyre at 1.6mm will pass the MOT, but it is 94% worn.

Brakes have a minimum thickness of 1.5mm which is 93% worn. In either case, this depth already affects the stopping distance dramatically and it won’t be long before they are considered dangerous. In the meantime, they will be reported as advisories.

An MOT ensures the vehicle is roadworthy on the day of testing, not that it will be roadworthy until the next test. In a naive way, the DVLA work on the basis that every car is regularly serviced and therefore all defects are picked up when they need to be, by the consumer regularly servicing their vehicle. A 40% failure rate would indicate that this is just not the case.

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You would not be on your own thinking an MOT would certify your vehicle as safe and roadworthy until the next MOT.

They also outline expectations about tyre tread:

However, Gov.uk set out the legal obligations of drivers as: Before you drive, your vehicle must: • Be registered with the DVLA • Have up-to-date vehicle tax • Have a current MOT certificate (where needed) • Be roadworthy • Have a minimum of 3rd party insurance.

The critical term here relates to the roadworthiness of the car and Gov.uk makes it clear what their expectations are: “You’re responsible for making sure your vehicle is always safe to drive (roadworthy). It can be unsafe even if you have a current MOT certificate.

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“Tread must be a certain depth depending on the type of vehicle. Cars, light vans and light trailers – 1.6 millimetres (mm). There must be tread across the middle three quarters and around the entire tyre.”

So, the expectations are clear: We are responsible for the roadworthiness of our own vehicles and the penalties are high if we get it wrong.

How do you ensure your car is roadworthy?

Some drivers are brilliantly talented and can conduct their maintenance. And for those who wish to give it a go, the extensive MOT Inspection Manual may prove useful… it is also a good read for those who suffer from insomnia!

However, most of us need a little more help and prefer to engage the services of a trusted garage to conduct an annual service to the manufacturer’s schedule. If the car has had a good service from a qualified technician, then it should sail through its MOT. It can be all too tempting to miss the service, especially in a tough financial climate, but this can lead to unnecessary breakdowns and high repair costs, which equally we want to avoid. It can also be tempting to ignore MOT Advisories. They won’t get any better (or cheaper) if left, but at least it gives you the ability to plan the repair work.

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26 (continued from previous page) £2,500 and three penalty points are enough to put anyone off a repeat situation.

Not only is an MOT failure avoidable but so are the accidents that could happen as a direct result of an unroadworthy vehicle.

As with anything with moving parts, they are prone to wear and tear and therefore need regular attention to ensure they continue to work properly and retain an optimum working condition. Make sure you are checking your car regularly, and if you’d rather someone else completes it, get it booked in!

It’s not just to help you avoid unnecessary accidents and costs, you’ll be helping the environment.

Our highly competent technicians are on hand to deal with any of your MOT failures and, if you’ve had an MOT completed with us, we will endeavour to carry any rectification needed on the same day.

Saint Georges Fun Day event in Caddington

at Heathfield Centre on Sunday the 23rd of April Visitors started arriving at 11 o’clock and they were able to enjoy a variety of performers singing and dancing and entertaining in the hall. There was a marquee with local crafters selling their artworks; classic bikes were there and there were activities for the children; a grand tombola and facepainting and other stalls in the foyer.

The WI were very busy in the kitchen selling bacon rolls, cakes, etc and tea and coffee etc. Many thanks to the committee and all the helpers and people who donated to this annual event. We have been able to donate £700 for Riding for the Disabled charity.

It’s not too late to join the Chiltern Walking Festival which is on until - 4th June Author and founder of Pause Global Danielle North will be joining Walk Works on their River & Woodland loop from Shiplake on 26th May and will offer a guided meditation from her new book ”Walking Meditations”.

Sunrise & Sunset Walks: Enjoy the dawn chorus with an early-morning Skylark Walk on 25th May or watch the sun setting over the beautiful Bradenham Valley on a Bradenham Woods Sunset Walk on 24th May. Join the friendly Salaam Seekers (a Muslim Women’s Outdoor Activities Group) for a Mindful Maharani Meander in Stoke Row on 25th May, and finish with a complimentary drink and cake in the local cafe.

Half-term family walks, including South Stoke River & Picnic walk on 2nd June and nature-spotting activities …plus historic garden tours, film location tours, mindfulness walks, Nordic walking and much more.

For details of all these walks visit our website www. chilternsaonb.org/walkingfest

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The Big Help Out National day of volunteering

took place on Monday May 8th, two days after the King’s Coronation. Seen in the photos below, volunteers dug out weeds from the giant white chalk lion on the Dunstable Downs. This famous landmark is under the care of Whipsnade Zoo. So next time you drive past, or walk on the downs, see how much ‘whiter’ it looks. The job is not yet complete so if you can help, get in touch with the zoo.

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Care Group Help Line – 07972 152279 Care Bus – Sue and Malcolm Davies – 01582 840554 Markyate Singers are back every Thursday 8-9.30pm at the YK2 Hall Cavendish Rd! If you feel like getting out the house and having a sing song with a fantastic friendly group, then please come and join us!

Everyone is welcome of all ages! It really doesn’t matter wether you can sing or not, it is a lovely social evening.

Slip End

Tennis Club - We are a small, friendly club open to all ages. Membership enquiries: Steve Lyons (01582 414162) Coaching enquiries: Sally Parry (07979 433688) Gardening Club: We are a small, friendly club which meets five times per year, 8pm Slip End Village Hall. Guest speakers on gardening topics are booked for meetings. We organise the Village Open Gardens’ Day and Plant Sale in alternate years. Enquiries to Rosemary Wickens 01582 423622.

Flamstead

Computer Friendly Drop-in – for free and friendly help for your computer, tablet or smartphone. First Wednesday of the month at the Spotted Dog, Flamstead 10:30-12:30.

Our contact details: Office 01727 617359, www.computerfriendlystalbans.org.uk

Caddington

Caddington and Slip End Runners – Front Street, Slip End 8pm Call 07587 189260 CaddingtonCare Good Neighbour Scheme CaddingtonCare continues to run its core service MondayFriday between 9am and 4.30pm. Please call 07548 264672.

The Library in Caddington, held in the Allotment Hut off Folly Lane reopened on Thursday 5th August and runs from 10 am to 12 noon on alternate Thursdays. There is a large selection of books and jigsaws. Coffee, tea and biscuits are also available.

Caddington W.I. Now meet 1st Tuesday of each month at 7.30 pm at the Caddington Sports and Social Club. Call Linda Edwards 01582 737036. We do a small amount of business followed by some entertainment or a speaker. Sometimes a quiz but always a cup of tea or coffee and cakes to enjoy. Do join us - we look forward to it.

Caddington Local History Group We meet on the fourth Thursday of every month at 7.30 pm in the Heathfield Centre. Contact John 07763832245 Tai Chi Mons 1.30pm & Weds 2pm Contact Christine 07850914438 12.30pm Chair Yoga Wednesdays 1.30pm Beginners Yoga Debbie 07948804031 CADS is an amateur dramatics group that meets every Tuesday from 8.00-9.30 pm at the Heathfield Centre, Caddington. We are a friendly bunch and welcome new members both onstage and off.

Kensworth

Village Hall – Sylvia Inns 07831 538682 Neighbourhood Watch – Caroline Streek 872410 Cricket Club – Duncan Wingfield 872743; Parish Council – Pat Mitchell 871178 Community Scheme – 07919 081473 Local History – Julia Holder 873465

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Baby and Toddler Group - Jenny 07515 704404 or find us on Facebook. Meet Weds 10am - 11.30am, term time only in the Village Hall. £2 for the first child and £1 for each sibling.

Studham

Friends of Studham Common See website www.foscomm.org Studham Village Hall - Main hall and a meeting room available for hire. Modern kitchen. Activities include Art Club, Bingo, Carpet Bowls, Scrabble, Seniors Table Tennis, Women’s Institute (WI) Yoga. Contact: Des Salmon, 01582 872082 desstudham@btconnect.com Tennis Club – Open to members and non-members.

All welcome. Contact Andrew Jones Andrew.jones@ expressvending.co.uk 07833 111682 See www.studhamtennisclub.co.uk Neighbourhood Watch – Richard Hodge 01582 873630 Studham Mums and Totts Studham Village Hall - Tuesdays 9.30 - 11.30,friendly group.

Whipsnade Parish Council

Ken France 01582 872375; Village Hall – Sam Burr 07921 761730

Redbourn

Redbourn u3a meets every month in the village hall and with more than 45 Interest Groups, there is something for everyone in their third age and no longer working full-time.

For more information visit our website at http://u3asites.org. uk/Redbourn, email our membership secretary at redbournu3amembership@gmail.com or speak to the chair on 07956 400493 Tennis at Redbourn Club - Join our friendly club off North Common in the heart of the village. Annual membership fee entitles play all year round. New easy to use court booking system. More details on new website - clubspark.lta.org.uk/ RedbournTennisClub Redbourn Community Group RCG volunteers offer transport to medical appointments, outings in the minibus, practical help such as shopping and prescription deliveries, friendly talks and walks, and welcome packs for new residents.

Call 01582 794550 or email: info@redbourncg.org.

More volunteers are always welcome.

Redbourn Bowls Club always welcomes new members. If you would like more details, please contact our Chairperson, Margaret Davis, on 01582 799075, email: margaretfdavis@ virginmedia.com or Jez Cronshaw, Coach, at 07525 867450.

Redbourn Community Library - open 6 days a week in our purpose-built centre beside the Fire Station offering great reads for adults and children, public computers, photocopying and scanning facilities and free wi-fi. If you would like to know more about joining our team of volunteers, pop in and see us, contact us via our Facebook page or email redbournlibraryvolunteers@gmail.com Redbourn Players is an active amateur dramatic society performing two major productions every year in Spring and Autumn as well as other local drama events.

We are always looking for new members of all ages, whether you want to act, help backstage, build sets, make costumes, paint scenery or help with publicity.

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Redbourn Village Museum Silk Mill House The Common Redbourn Herts. AL3 7NB Patron: Sir Simon Bowes Lyon Museum open February to November Saturday & Sunday 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm Last admission 4:30pm Tel: 01582 793397 Email: redbournmuseum@gmail.com Visit us on the web at: www.redbournmuseum.org Redbourn in Bloom Horticultural Society Gold Award winner in Anglia in Bloom 2022.

Besides planting schemes to enhance the village, we have all- year-round activities including talks, trips, Local Awards, Autumn Show and Craft Fair. New members and volunteers always welcome. Join via our website, www. redbourninbloom.org.uk or contact Hilary Brown on 01582 793764, email ribmembership@gmail.com To volunteer, please contact Ann Davis, 01582 792518, email ribhelpers@yahoo.com

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Kinsbourne Green WI Meet 3rd Tuesday of the month at 7:30pm in St Mary’s Church Hall Kinsbourne Green.

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Toddler Group/Coffee Morning. Takes place at the Gaddesden Row Village Hall (Clements End Road, Gaddesden Row, HP2 6AG) every Wednesday, from 9.30am until 11.30am. Parents/carers and toddlers/babies plus anyone else that might just fancy a cuppa and a chat - all welcome.

Parent/carer plus one child £3 - additional children 50p each. Coffee/tea and biscuits provided plus a snack for the children.

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Lutoo Hoo Walled Garden Open Wednesdays continue at 10.30-16.00. Entry is £7.50 which includes a guided tour by our knowledgeable research volunteers.

The Woodyard Coffee Shop is open for hot and cold snacks; there is plenty to buy from the plant and produce stall.

The Blossom Sponsored Journey!

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Join us on a sponsored walk from Luton and Dunstable University Hospital to Bedford Hospital!

Opportunities to chat to our volunteer gardeners and conservationists while walking around the garden, visit the back sheds for a nostalgic glance at how things used to be.

Saturday 17 June 2023

An outdoor production is being held on 1st June at 19.00 – Robin Hood – look at the website for booking details – www.lutonhooestate.co.uk.

We’ve got a limited number of spaces – come and get your steps in!

On Sunday 11th June from -15.00 it is Open Farm Sunday – free entry to the estate – the whole day is aimed at encouraging interest in agricultural farming from the local community, bridging the gap and educating all. Activities include a toddler straw maze; welly wanging, coconut shy; grind your own flour; handsome hound competition. A Walled Garden Project stall and honey for sale.

There will be no cars, only walking boots, a couple of bikes and hopefully plenty of water!

Contact Annie on 07855 169492 or email leanne.tucker2@ldh.nhs.uk Blossom volunteers have the privilege of providing support and companionship for patients on End of Life Care and their families.

You can join the Charity Team to complete this journey in memory of patients, and to raise funds to help more patients and their loved ones in the future.

Full details can be found on the website www.lutonhooestate.co.uk

Amberley Gardening School Classes run every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday.

9.30am-11am and 1pm - 2.30pm £25 per class or £20 for members.

The training garden is in Markyate.

Redbourn in Bloom Events Wed. 14th June. Talk – The Labour-Saving Garden by Philip Aubury, former Director of Birmingham Botanical Gardens, 7.30 pm at the Parish Centre. Raffle and refreshments. Tickets £8 members, £10 (non-members), £8 from Ann Davis 01582 792518 email ribhelpers@ yahoo.com.

Sunday 25th June - Quiz Night at the Cricketers in aid of Redbourn in Bloom. Teams of 6, £60 per table inc. food &.co.uk bottle of wine.

Email info@thecricketersofredbourn.co.uk 01582 620612 Wed. 23rd August - Day Trip to Waterperry Gardens, Oxon. Coach transport from Redbourn, guided tour, restaurant lunch available. Members and non-members welcome.

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Markyate’s Gorgeous Gardens June 2023

Fancy opening yours?

If you have opened your garden previously, or if you think you might like to for the first time, please let Ro Basciano know at email below. The garden does not have to be immaculate, just loved and enjoyed.

Opening times will be: Saturday 24 June from 10am - 5pm Sunday 25 June 11am - 5pm.

All proceeds to St John’s Church Restoration Fund.

Direct Access must be from outside; ie: not through your house.

NB: in order that we can get the programme printed and on sale in advance, please send me your answers to questions below by end of May Do you mind dogs on leads?

Wheelchair access?

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Garden Description, about a paragraph Many thanks Ro Basciano at robasciano@gmail.com

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80’s Live Friday 23rd June at The Eric Morecambe Centre Harpenden at 7:30pm The ultimate 80s night out, so come dressed to impress as we spin you around and around for a night to remember. Blending pop and soft rock, the show includes Girls Just Wanna Have Fun, Edge of Heaven, Tainted Love, Love Shack, Living on a Prayer, The Final Countdown, Don’t You Want Me Baby, Relax, Never Gonna Give You Up, It’s Raining Men, Rio. . . the list goes on.

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Caddington Gardening Club

We are a friendly, happy group meeting on the second Tuesday of the month 7:30pm at The Baptist Hall.

We have speakers, share ideas and in the summer run trips to interesting gardens.

Join us, new members always welcome.

Any queries please contact: Sarah 01582419793, Wendy 410126, or Hilary 420159 Planned events this year, talks and visits: •

June 13th Dazzling Dahlias by Nick Dobson

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July 11th Trip to Hyde Hall Date T.B.C.

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August 8th Happy, Healthy House Plants by Geoff Hodge

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September 12th The World of Plants by John Tyler

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October 10th A.G.M. plus entertainment

Markyate Singers Every Thursday 8-9.30pm at the YK2 Hall Cavendish Rd Everyone is welcome of all ages!

It really doesn’t matter whether you can sing or not, it is a lovely social evening where we like to sing, chat and have a laugh!

Great for the mind and soul!

Do you have a passion for sharing the magic of reading with young children?

Kensworth Flower & Vegetable Show Quiz on 14th July in Kensworth Village Hall The popular Dave Henderson will be hosting a quiz at 7.30pm. Tables of maximum eight people or individual places can be booked through David Manton (01438 831184 or David.manton@aol.co.uk). In response to feedback from previous quizzes, those attending should bring their own snacks and drink, as supper will not be provided on this occasion.

Please note that the 2023 Show will be held on

Are you looking for a fun and rewarding way to give back to your community? Your local Redbourn Library is seeking volunteers to help run our children's activities program: Rhyme Time and Story Time! We're looking for enthusiastic volunteers who love working with kids and are committed to promoting literacy and a love of reading.

Whether you're a retiree, a college student, or anyone in between, we welcome all volunteers who are passionate about helping children learn. Plus, you'll get to hang out in our cozy library and share your love of books with the next generation.

Interested in volunteering with us? Please stop by the library to learn more. We can't wait to hear from you!

New Opening Hours for Redbourn Community Library Mon, Tues and Weds 2pm- 5pm Thursday - 9.30am - 12.30pm

Kensworth Flower and Veg show 9th September

Friday 9.30 - 12.30pm; 2pm -5pm

Programmes, incorporating Entry Forms, should be available early July.’

Saturday - 9.30am - 12.30pm, Sunday - Closed

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