Hampton Gazette August 2017

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WELCOME

...to the August issue of the Hampton Gazette. The summer holidays are finally here and Hampton has so much to offer at this time of the year.

We have an amazing new drama group starting for children aged 9 years and over in September so if you have a budding actor or actress in your family don’t forget to register your interest.

With the hot weather, you are probably aware of the presence of stripey flying insects with a sting in their tail.

Before you reach for the swatter, turn to page 19 as you might be interested to learn why wasps are not necessarily your garden's public enemy number one.

There is great news for those of who struggle with usual surgery times with the opening of the GP Hub. The local Scout Group had a lively time at Teardrop Lake earlier this summer.

Our summer holiday guide has some amazing places to visit over the next few weeks, and our local country park Ferry Meadows has some really fantastic activities lined up.

Don’t forget your BBQ safety and we hope you have a fabulous summer. and the team

CONTENTS

Hampton Community

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Legal Advice

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Hampton Active

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Consumer Advice

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Young Gazette

13

Summer at Ferry Meadows

15

Home & Garden

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Local Business

20

Paws for Thought

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Health & Beauty Gallery

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Summer Holiday Guide

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Hampton Calendar

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Financial Advice

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Handy Numbers

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Peterborough City Hospital

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Stay in the shade whenever possible, during your breaks and especially at lunch time. 

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Use a high factor sunscreen of at least SPF15 on any exposed skin.

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Drink plenty of water to avoid dehydration.

Check your skin regularly for any unusual moles or spots. See a doctor promptly if you find anything that is changing in shape, size or colour, itching or bleeding. 

Do please enjoy a break this summer enjoy the warm weather but look after yourselves and keep these tips in mind.

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Recently we have all been reeling from the assaults of far too many tragic events, including the horrific Grenfell Tower fire. Disbelief and anger, the first two stages of grief, have been collectively expressed, not just by those directly affected, but by our entire nation. Terrorist attacks against Finsbury mosque worshippers, pedestrians on London and Westminster bridges and children at a Manchester concert, engender incredulity and fear. Politically, Brexit and its uncertain outcome, along with a hung parliament, has left some feeling unsafe and insecure.

What sort of society have we become? What sort of society would we like to be part of? How should we nurture and educate our young, offer meaningful work and decent accommodation and care for our elderly, with the resources available to us? It can all get too much, and we hope it will all go away, or at least not come too close.

Lamentation, raging at the dreadfulness of events, and their personal impact, has long been a type of prayer cried out by Christians to God. Raw, real and with faith that we are heard, that we are not abandoned. For God so loved the world that he, through Jesus, promised to be with us always as the one true, secure relationship that we can have for ever, that remains even when all else is stripped away. Grief gradually turns to hope, enabling us to trust again and love again. At CSK we support each other during tough times and celebrate together in good times. All are welcome to join us as we walk the journey of life together.

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People of all skin colours should take care to avoid damage to the eyes, overheating and dehydration.

In the short term, even mild reddening of the skin from sun exposure is a sign of damage. Sunburn can blister the skin and make it peel.

Longer term problems can also arise. Too much sun speeds up ageing of the skin, making it leathery, mottled and wrinkled. The most serious effect is an increased chance of developing skin cancer.

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Too much sunlight is harmful to your skin. A tan is actually a sign that the skin has been damaged. This damage is caused by the ultraviolet (UV) rays in the sunlight.

If your work keeps you outdoors for a long periods of time or you like to sit in the sun your skin could be exposed to more sun than is healthy for you.

You should take particular care if you have:

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This is the official description of Resolution and all quality family lawyers in England and Wales will belong to this national organisation.

What does it do for you, the potential user of legal services if you are having to deal with the breakdown of a relationship and/or problems with parental rights to your children?

If you consult a family solicitor who is a member of Resolution, you should be confident that your case will be dealt with considering the needs of the whole family, in particular the best interests of the children if relevant, and most of all, promoting a non-conflictual approach to your case which, if maintained throughout, is guaranteed to produce a more satisfactory final outcome.

An improved Code of Practice was launched in the recent Good Divorce Week during which 150 Resolution members met with MPs at Westminster to promote the campaign for no fault divorce and rights for cohabiting couples – more of that later.

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Responding to your requests to provide Community Skips in Hampton, Hampton Parish Council has arranged for a trial Community Skip to be available to ALL HAMPTON RESIDENTS on Saturday 26 August between 9am and 12pm, to dispose of household, garden and bulky waste items.

Parish Councillors will be there to help on the day and we ask that anyone planning to use the service please bring proof of address such as driving license or utility bill.

The skip will be suitable for everyday household and garden waste, as well as metals, plastics, wood, plasterboard and small electrical items, but no large electrical items such as fridges, TV’s, monitors or hazardous items such as paints solvents, liquids or batteries will be accepted.

If the trial is a success, we hope to have another in Vale in September!

If you a question, or idea for another initiative Hampton Parish Council could trial in the area, please contact Parish Clerk Gemma Cade on deputyclerk@hamptonpc.org.uk or call 01733 229069.

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An amazing day at Teardrop Lake!

Saturday 17 June saw the first ever Hampton Scouts Water Sports Day! This was a joint event provided by the Scout Leaders and the Sea Cadet Instructors. The turnout was excellent with the majority of the troop coming along and having a day out at Teardrop Lake.

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The Scouts all had a go at sailing, paddle boarding and power boating. Many of the troop had previously had very little experience with water sports and gave everything a go. By the end of this 'water term' there will be numerous badges earned for their uniform!

Well done to half the troop who spent the first part of the morning learning lifesaving skills and nautical knots and bearing

Hampton-based football club Hempsted United are opening their doors to new players for their new under 9 team.

To celebrate the establishment of the new team the club is offering three months of free football, which T ACT FAS E includes both AR training and PACES S matches!

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with the instructors while plans were slightly altered due to unforeseen circumstances.

One of the activities that was particularly enjoyed by all (leaders included) was the simple activity of jumping off the pontoon into the lake for a cooling down swim.

It was great to see the scouts all enjoying being outside and on the water. Their behaviour all day was fantastic, everyone tried out new activities and many

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overcame nerves to jump out of boats and go out of their depth.

A massive 'thank you' to all the parents who have uploaded so many wonderful photos to our Facebook group, for all your patience and support throughout the day and thanks also to those who helped with the barbecue and cleared up at the end. It was very much appreciated. Your feedback and encouragement has made us consider more events :)

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To protect you, your family and your home, it is advisable to have working fire alarms in your property and to generally be fire-safety savvy.

Stay safe in BBQ season

Summer's here and whatever the weather, us Brits love our barbecues!

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great excuse for a spot of alfresco dining with family and friends, the popular social gathering offers the chance for the fellas to show off their grill skills, the ladies to rustle up a tasty summer punch and the kids to have endless fun.

With commentary of the weekend sporting events providing a summery background, what’s not to love?

Sadly, some BBQ bashes are spoiled through accidents that occur in the garden each year.

Last time figures were collected through the Home and Leisure Accident Surveillance System (HASS/LASS) in 2002, an estimated 1,800 people visited A&E in the UK having had an accident involving a barbecue.

The most common types of barbecue-related accidents as shown by the HASS/LASS figures were:  Burn/scald/other injury related to fire or flame - 800.  Cut/tear by sharp edges - 200.

The vast majority of barbecue accidents (1,400) happened in a home setting. Some of the accidents lead to very serious burns, usually as a result of using an accelerant such as petrol to light the fuel.

However, planning ahead and following some simple safety tips will ensure you BBQ is fun-filled and not a flaming failure.  Keep your barbecues away from flammable garden furniture such as wooden or plastic chairs.  Move your barbecue away from sheds, fences, overhanging branches and foliage and never light it in an enclosed space.  Never leave a barbecue unattended.  Never let children too close to the barbecue.  Use only recognised firelighters or starter fuels on charcoal barbecues.  If you’re a gas barbecue user, ensure the tap is off before changing the cylinder.  When choosing a barbecue, stability is essential - ensure the one you choose is strong and sturdy  Check your barbecue is in good condition (particularly if you have not used it for some time) and look for loose or damaged parts that may need adjustment or repair, Wishing you all a very happy, healthy, fun and above all – safe – BBQ season.

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Ferry Meadows Country Park Scavenging Sticks and Leaf Pounding

Adopt a Tree Tuesday 1 August 10:30am – 12:30pm and 1.30-3.30pm Children can adopt a tree in the park. They will receive a certificate of adoption, take a leaf for pressing, create their own tree fact booklet, mark their tree with a special nametag and learn lots of interesting facts about their tree and its neighbours. Early booking recommended – spaces are limited.

Suitable for 7-11 year olds.

Thursday 10 August 10:30am12noon & 1:30-3pm Sunday 6 August 10:30am – Do you see yourself as the next 1:30pm and 12noon – 3pm David Atternborough? Through Come on a woodland walk, find exciting activities children will learn a special scavenging stick and fascinating facts about the Park’s decorate it with nature’s delights, native trees to present to camera while learning about trees and if they wish (and with parental their produce. Finishing off with consent). The clips will be used to some leaf pounding, which is create Moments with Trees films that great for large motor skills and will appear on our youtube channel. learning about why leaves are Early booking recommended – green. Suitable for 5 year olds. Free, spaces are limited. 7-11 year olds.

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Paper Planes

Monday 7 August 10:30am – 12noon and 1:30 – 3pm Test your origami skills to make a selection of paper planes then Wild Wednesday Wednesday 2 August 10am – 2pm enter your best into the flying Children and adults are welcome to competitions. Whose will fly for the come and join in some seasonal and longest, fly furthest or highest? wild crafts.

Meeting Magical Mammals Thursday 3 August 10 – 11am Join Ranger Chris Rollason for a short walk discovering the small mammals that live in the park. We will hopefully get to see Voles, Mice and Shrews as well as talk about their habitat, diet and identifying features.

Pond Dipping Friday 4 August 10:30am – 12noon and 1:30 – 3pm What lies beneath the still waters of our Lakes at Ferry Meadows? Come along and spend some time pond dipping and identifying the creatures you find.

Campfire Cooking for Kids Saturday 5 August 10:30am – 1:30pm and 12noon – 3pm Ferry Meadows Country Park Have a go at cooking and eating some simple campfire recipes. £3 per child.

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We're Going on a Bear Hunt

Tuesday 8 August 10:30am – 12noon and 1:30 – 3pm Bring your own teddy bear and join us on a bear hunt. There will be a craft session, followed by storytime and then a walk around Ferry Meadows to find Barney the Bear. Cost £4.

Wild Wednesday

Shelter Building Friday 11 August 10:30pm – 12noon & 1:30 – 3pm Come along to find out how to build your own wild shelter and have a go at creating your own one. Meet at: to be confirmed at time of booking. £3 per child.

Guided Walk with a Ranger Friday 11 August 5:15 – 8:30pm Join Ian Lowe for a guided walk around Ferry Meadows and the surrounding area, pointing out areas of interest along the 6 mile route and ask him questions along the way.

Nature Kids

14 to 18 August & 21 – 25 August Wednesday 9 August 10am–2pm 9:30am – 3pm Children and adults are welcome Fun nature inspired activities for to come and join in some seasonal children in the summer holidays. and wild crafts. No need to book.

Learn how to build a shelter, light a fire and use natural materials in Bat Walk woodland crafts. Different activities Wednesday 9 August 8 – 10pm everyday. £15 per day or £60 Join park rangers and members for the week. of the Cambs bat group for an Wild Wednesday informative presentation on bats.

Follow this with a walk in the park Wednesday 16 August 10am-2pm to try and spot the bats that call Children and adults are welcome to Ferry Meadows home. £5 per come and join in some seasonal and person. wild crafts. No need to book.

Kids Tree Climbing Friday 18 August 10am – 3pm Children can come and have a go at tree climbing in a rope and harness.

Instruction given by Rangers.

Cost: £2.

Nature Detectives Saturday 19 August 10:30am – 12noon & 1:30 – 3pm Ferry Meadow County Park Description: Find out what owls eat, see how animals use camouflage to protect themselves, identify footprints and other signs of where animals have been.

Big Tree Hunt: Mass participation walk Sunday 20 August 10am The Moment with Trees Project Officer, Hannah Keeley, will be meeting at a city centre location (TBC) at 10am to follow a picturesque route meeting impressive trees along the way.

Once you arrive at the park, you can receive elderflower cordial made from the berries of FM’s elder trees and/or campfire coffee (or tea).

Anyone willing to walk 3.6 miles (and then the return journey). Free – Heritage Lottery Funded

Wild Wednesday Wednesday 23 August 10am-2pm Children and adults are welcome to come and join in some seasonal and wild crafts. No need to book.

Kids Tree Climbing Thursday 24 August 10am – 3pm Children can come and have a go at tree climbing in a rope and harness.

Instruction given by Rangers. Cost £2. Please call 01733 234193 for further details.

Happily Ever After Friday 25 August 10:30am-12noon & 1:30-3pm Ferry Meadows Country Park Join us for crafts, activities and stories based around the classic children’s tales of Winnie the Pooh. Cost £2.50.

Wild Wednesday Wednesday 30 August 10am-2pm Children and adults are welcome to come and join in some seasonal and wild crafts. No need to book.

Unless otherwise stated admission is free with a £2 suggested donation and booking is essential. Some events may not be suitable for all abilities. For more information please call 01733 234193 or visit www.neneparktrust.org.uk Hampton Gazette | August 2017 | E: info@hamptongazette.co.uk | www.hamptongazette.co.uk

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EDUC ATION

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The summer term at Vale Community Pre-school is always a busy one, as well as having provided an abundance of daily educational learning experiences through fun activities and hands on experiences, we have also had exciting visits from our Graduating children’s new reception class teachers, weekly ‘Key Sport’ physical education sessions, fundraising events and lots of fantastically themed fun days to fit in before our end of term Graduation spectacular.

The Staff team at Vale Community Pre-school (Nicole, Cheryl, Nikita, Kelly, Lindsey, Steph and Fiona) would like to take this opportunity to say a great big thank you to all their families for another year of back in September after the fantastic support. summer break.

We would like to wish From September 2017, Vale everyone a wonderful summer Community Pre-school will be and look forward to seeing all operating from 8.30am-11.30am, our new and returning families Monday- Friday, Term time only.

For more information, Email: valepre-school@hotmail.co.uk

Hampton Tiddlers What an exciting time we’ve all had at Hampton Tiddlers these past weeks. Our craft sessions are always a big hit with the toddlers and their parents/carers. However, Tom's story circle with Eastern Angles, had even the babies listening with interest. It was a huge success and loved by all. We look forward to other sessions with Eastern Angles.

Another, equally popular event has been ‘Sporty Maths' with Paul from Sporting Hands that ran for an impressive six weeks.

What’s more, we were lucky enough to be able to host a skills development session in partnership with Peterborough Presents.

We will be present at the Hampton Festival.

Next month we have a trip organised to Huntstanton.

For further details on this and all other activities we have planned for next month, go to our Facebook page - Hampton Tiddler. Follow our Twitter: @Hamptontiddlers1 or contact us hamptontiddlers@ gmail.com, Tel: 07546 747703.

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Hargate Primary Another school year has ended and now seems a good time to reflect upon all the great things that have been happening at Hampton Hargate.

It’s been a busy term with sports days, trips, science week and the Year 6 residential packed with activities including the high/ low ropes, zip wire and archery.

Year 3&4 children, meanwhile, participated in Den Building and Treasure Hunts at Ferry Meadows, Year 5 had fun at the Food & Farming Day at the Showground and Year 2 visited the seaside at Hunstanton!

Our Summer Fun Day on 1st July was a huge success and we were very pleased to see so many people supporting our event even the weather was fabulous!

A night at the film awards proved once again to be successful and our dancers at the recent Cresset Dance Festival made us proud.

In other news – well done to our fabulous Eco Warriors

and Bike it Crew who have been working towards the Peterborough Eco Framework.

This framework allows us to show our progress towards being a sustainable school. We have successfully achieved 5 certificates and are able to fly the Peterborough Eco Framework flag. Well done Miss Porter, Miss Bland, the Eco Warriors and the Bike it Crew.

And finally, goodbye and good luck to our Year 6 pupils as they leave Hampton Hargate Primary School and move on to their new secondary school.

We are certainly ready for a summer break and look forward to seeing everyone in September!

Hampton College What a hectic end to the summer term - events which have happened in the past few weeks include: Secondary and Primary Phase Sports Days, which saw parents turn out to cheer on our young & talented athletes as they competed in a range of sporting activities; Year 11 Leavers’ Day, which included tears, hoodies, competitions and a BBQ; Year 13 Leavers Dinner; The East of England Careers Show; The Jaguar Land Rover Trip; Higher Education Information Evening; The hugely successful Year 6 Induction day and the spectacular Arts Celebration Evening, which showcased the wonderful student work of Hampton College.

Fairy-tale Ending Big hair, ball gowns and expensive cars everywhere: Friday 7 July saw a fairytale ending to secondary school life as the Year 11 Prom took place. Both the boys and girls looked truly stunning as they swapped school uniform for elegant evening attire. The

students enjoyed a three course dinner followed by an evening of laughing & dancing with friends and teachers.

Firebreak During the hottest week in June, six Year 9 students went to two different fire stations where they trained in activities such as drill, hose running, navigating a smoky building, using breathing apparatus and performing CPR on a casualty.

They had to work as a team with six students from OBA and demonstrate courage in overcoming fears such as heights as well as developing clear communication skills which are essential in an emergency situation.

At the end of the week they all qualified with an AQA in Community Firefighting

Skills and were presented with certificates at an official pass out parade, attended by various dignitaries, proud parents and school staff.

Outstanding Achievement The two form tutor groups who over the school year managed to reach the highest (SLT) award in our Houseopoly reward system; (R-AMI and S-RLB) were invited to an early, ticketed, VIP lunch on Wednesday 12 July outside on the terrace. Lunch was silver served to them as a reward and celebration by Headteacher, Mr Gilligan.

Sky Sports Living Project Seventeen students took part in our Loyalty day visit with Jade Windley, athlete mentor from the Living for Sports Project.

Students learnt about Jade’s story, including her road to Wimbledon success at the age of 12, battles with injuries and how she managed her education with huge commitments to playing high level tennis.

Have the most wonderful summer break! Hampton College.

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used to see them occasionally on the other side of the London Road but being timid creatures they used to make a rapid escape as soon as they noticed my presence. So a closeup sighting was rarely possible.

It’s the bird I first noticed when we arrived here over twelve years ago. In spring and summer the pied wagtail is a definite black and white but in winter its plumage changes to rather more tones of grey. No one seems to know why they wag their tails, though. Although it has been suggested that it may be to disturb insects, or signal submissiveness to other wagtails or even a warning signal to potential predators. The local Peterborough poet, John Clare, wrote of the wagtail’s walk: ‘Little trotty wagtail he went in the rain.

And tittering, tottering sideways

It’s the wagging of the tail that makes the wagtail so distinctive I think. It makes for fascinating observation as it flits its way around Hampton.

he neer got straight again.’ In country areas wagtails have been known as Penny Wagtail, Willy Wagtail and Water Wagtail.

For those of you of a certain age, who spent holidays at Warners Holiday camps in the late 1950s and 60s, you may remember that the children’s holiday club was named after this delightful bird. There was even a club song! ‘We are Warner’s Wagtails, Happy as can be, Loving ev’ry minute, By the deep blue sea. When you look around us, You’ll always see us smile. We are Warner’s Wagtails happy all the while.’ Nothing to do with the bird itself but interesting in terms of associated memories!

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are often seen on Hampton pavements strutting along, tail constantly bobbing, pecking between the slabs looking for tasty meals. They can be enticed into gardens in the winter, when insects are scarce, to feed on seeds and bread. In the coldest weather adult males actually have feeding territories, which they defend vigorously, chasing off any rivals.

In the coldest months of winter pied wagtails gather together in large groups to keep warm: there have been as many as 4000 wagtails counted in some groups. In spring wagtails can be found in nesting in tree hollows and log piles but mostly in holes in walls, gaps under roof tiles and similar spaces. The good news is that after a decline wagtails numbers are on the increase. Lakota (Lover of Nature)

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It is August and writing an article about bugs in the garden it is impossible to ignore the elephant in the room ... wasps! During August wasps are often viewed as public enemy number one as they swoop in on picnics and barbecues alike with irritable intent.

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lthough wasps are much maligned, they eat flies, aphids, caterpillars and other invertebrates, making them an important insect-controlling predator. They are also important pollinators for some species of orchid and figs!

With a mouthful of wood fibres, the queen uses the saliva in her mouth to break down the wood fibers until they form a soft paper pulp. She then flies her mouthful of paper pulp to her chosen building site to begin construction of the nest. Wasps are amazing architects and master craftswomen (all workers are female), helping to form the soft paper pulp into combs of multiple hexagonal cells.

I am just an aggressive drunk and Wasp nests are home to some of our most recently unemployed addict searching beautiful, pollinating hoverflies. for a fix and I’m more in need of a social The social wasp’s lot in life is also cause for worker than a fly swatter. sympathy not swatting. The worker wasp is born into an apparent job for life – going out and foraging for grubs to feed the developing larvae in the wasp

nest which will be destined to become next year’s queens.

Every time the wasp delivers food there is a reward of a sweet sugary fluid from the larva gradually addicting the worker wasps to sweetness.

Then, at some point in August, the developing queens all hatch and fly the nest to feed-up and prepare for winter hibernation resulting in mass unemployment and a loss of addictive sweetness.

The disenfranchised worker wasps fly off in search of substitutes often feasting on windfall fruit and exhibiting another unfortunate trend in that they are bad drunks as alcohol makes them irritable.

So remember, next time a wasp bothers your garden enjoyment, it is just a recently unemployed addict searching for a fix and a very aggressive drunk, more in need of a social worker than a fly swatter.

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Tuesday 8 August International Cat Day is an annual celebration of one of the world’s favourite animals. As a card-carrying doglover I admit I didn’t know much about our feline friends so I was fascinated to unearth some cool cat-facts!

• Cats are believed to have been domesticated in ancient Egypt.

• Cats sleep for two-thirds of their lives. They usually spend 13-16 hours of the day asleep. (I am definitely coming back as a cat!)

• Adult cats ‘miaow’ to communicate with humans rather than each other.

• Cats use their whiskers as sensors to find out how wide a space is – and whether they can fit through it.

• A cat’s heart beats two to three times faster than a human’s.

• A cat’s tongue has rows of hooked scales that act like a comb to groom its fur.

• Cats only sweat through their paws.

• A group of cats is called a clowder.

• A cat has the ability to jump up to six times its length.

• Cats can detect higher frequencies of sound than dogs or humans.

• Cats have powerful, tightly controlled muscles and fast reflexes that allow them to move quickly – they skilled at stalking, running, jumping and climbing.

• Cats can see at one-sixth the light level required for human vision.

• Cats are believed to have been domesticated in ancient Egypt.

• Domestic cats purr at a frequency of 20 to 30 vibrations per second.

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UROCKERS Ages 9+ Friday 4.30–5.30pm

Dates: 23, 30 Sept 7, 14, 21, 28 Oct 4, 11, 18, 25 Nov

RECRUITING NEW MEMBERS aged 14 – 20 Saturdays 10am–1pm at the Undercroft Hampton

UROCK Theatre Company has a national reputation for quality innovative work with young people Working in a pop up theatre in Hampton, joining us will provide you with a complete range of theatrical experiences engaging you with opportunities impossible to achieve at school.

Dates: 15, 22, 29 Sept 6, 13, 20, 27 Oct 3, 10, 17 Nov

Small Company means quality because there is no hiding place.

You progress because you are working with the most talented committed young people, who also want a career in the creative industries. Build your CV with us.

It’s Saturday morning and although we work very hard for 3 hours, UROCK Company know how to have fun and enjoy being with together.

For active young people who want to grow in confidence and enjoy the Performing Arts.

To book a place for your child visit www.easternangles.co.uk and click on the What’s On page. £20 for 5 weeks.

(Limited spaces available).

Support the development of your local pop – up theatre and encourage your children to have an active lifestyle.

Secure top grades in the Arts by working with professionals in the industry who have achieved successful National Theatre Connections productions working with young people from Peterborough.

The termly cost will be just £84, and enquiries should be made now via www.urock.org.uk or to Artistic Director Di Goldsmith direct on 07885 250443. www.urock.org.uk

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Au gu st Summer Holiday Fun The summer holidays are here and it's time to keep the children entertained for 6 long weeks.

Peterborough and the surrounding areas has so much to offer. We have put together some affordable days out to keep you and your family busy.

Barnwell Country Park – Oundle

Stanwick Lakes Stanwick Lakes offers an extensive adventure playground situated in the central hub area. Despite its size, it blends into its surroundings being built of wood and surrounded by a moat. It includes water play, with small stream and water wheels, a large sand play area, a climbing tower with giant slide, tunnels, stepping stones, a sunken ship and much more. Children just never want to leave!

Grassy banks provide the ideal spot to set up base or to have a picnic on warm summer days. There are wooden sculptures and seats dotted throughout the playground providing rest areas for supervising young children. www.stanwicklakes.org.uk/ whats-on 01933 625522 info@rftrust.org.uk

Barnwell Country Park is a great place for a family day out. Located in the heart of the Nene Valley, close to the historic market town of Oundle, there are 15 hectares of lakes, riverbank and meadows to explore.

With 3 way marked waterside trails, numerous picnic spots, a wealth of wildlife and facilities, there is something to entertain people of all ages.

There are circular, way marked and hard surfaced trails through woodlands and meadows or by rivers and lakes, a brass rubbing trail, and an orienteering trail to follow, with packs available from the Visitor Centre. You can also get duck food from the centre, which is much better for the ducks on the pond (and the water)! There is a wildlife garden behind the centre, where you can learn how to help the wildlife in your own garden too.

Restaurant/coffee shop on site serving delicious homemade cakes and kids snack boxes.

Parking £3.

Peterborough Museum Explore the historic building and its story: from private house, to hospital and museum. Go inside Burghley House, the original Victorian Operating Garden of Surprises Theatre to learn about the grisly history of surgery.

Water, water everywhere… fun Visit an underwater world! and history combined in a garden.

See the internationally important The amazing contents of the collection of fossils of Jurassic seaGarden of Surprises are inspired monsters and find out more about by this Elizabethan garden and the creatures that swam in our are hidden from the outside – prehistoric seas over 150 million waiting to reveal their surprises to those who enter. Features such years ago.

Discover the story of the as the moss house, the swivelling world's first prisoner-of-war camp, Caesar busts, basins of water, jets and the mirrored maze have been built 200 years ago during the Napoleonic Wars. See inside one designed to be accessible to all of the cells and view the incredibly regardless of age or interest, and intricate items made by the French are particularly enjoyable for the prisoners. young or those young at heart Learn about the story of who enjoy a paddle on a warm Peterborough, from prehistory to day. The garden exudes a real the present. Come face-to-face sense of fun.

Top Lodge – Fineshade Woods with Britain's oldest murder victim, www.burghley.co.uk see Roman and Saxon treasures, www.forestry.gov.uk/toplodge 01780 752451 look inside a Victorian railway Deep in the heart of the ancient The Lido Central Park - Park Crescent cottage and clock in to find out Rockingham Forest, lies Top Lodge, Peterborough Lido is the place to be Fineshade Woods one of the largest what Peterborough companies Beautiful park including the during the summer. Boasting three have made over the last century. woodlands in Northamptonshire. Only sunken garden, the sensory outdoor heated swimming pools, of six miles from the A1, the site is an oasis Opening times, Tues - Sun: garden and two play areas. which the main pool is 50m long, a 10am - 5pm. Mondays open only of seclusion and wildlife.

There is also a sand-pit and soft teaching pool and paddling pool. during school holidays and bank See majestic red kites in flight from surfacing around the paddling There really is no better way holidays the hide, or wait until shy deer make pool. Other facilities at the park to enjoy the summer sun than Prices: General admission free, their appearance. include an aviary, bowling greens, bathing at one of the country's few special events, admission charges, Explore the network of trails on foot hard and grass tennis courts, a remaining lidos. £3 adult, £2 child, students and for an energising walk, or take to your putting green, a croquet lawn Pricing: adults £5.80, kids £4.10, senior, £6 families. bike for a peddle with fantastic views. and not forgetting the popular families from £16. (www.vivacity-peterborough.

The visitor centre offers welcome Buttercross Tea-rooms! There are com/museums-and-heritage/ respite with a cafe, shops, and lovely Bishops Road Peterborough many events held in the park peterborough-museum) play areas to keep the kids entertained.

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Broadway Theatre Film Music Gala with the BBC Concert Orchestra takes place at the Broadway Theatre on Saturday 2nd September, 80 years to the day since the building first opened its doors in 1937 as Peterborough’s first purposebuilt cinema – the Odeon – screening the exotically-titled Hollywood romantic comedy Theodora Goes Wild!

With something for everyone including music from Harry Potter, Indiana Jones, Lord of the Rings,

Jurassic Park, James Bond and many more, the concert will celebrate all things Hollywood and the long heritage of the theatre, which operated successfully as a cinema for over 50 years and remains an important and much-loved landmark in the city’s cultural landscape.

Don’t miss this opportunity to see the world-class BBC Concert Orchestra perform here on home turf, book your tickets today and make it a birthday celebration to remember!

Tickets from £18 available at Peterborough Visitor Information Centre, on 0333 666 3366 or at www.peterboroughsings.org.uk

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Summer Lunchtime Recital series begins at Peterborough Cathedral Peterborough Cathedral’s popular series of free summer recitals runs on Wednesdays lunchtimes until 6th September, at 1pm.

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ity centre workers, shoppers and anyone who is visiting Peterborough on a Wednesday is invited to enjoy the 45 minute recitals, performed underneath the tower inside the Cathedral.

This beautiful setting, combined with music from some of the UK’s most accomplished performers, is a wonderful way to pause for thought and lift your spirits at lunchtime.

The recitalists this year include the harpist Eleanor Turner (2nd August), who is Head of Harp at Birmingham Conservatoire and

Wednesday 2nd August, Eleanor Turner, harp.

Eleanor is Head of Harp at Birmingham Conservatoire and a passionate ambassador for the instrument. Her London debut, aged 15, was broadcast live on Classic FM. Wednesday 6th September, David Humphreys, organ David’s recital will include pieces

by Bach, Mendelssohn and Elgar.

Expect ‘beautifully deft phrasing and subtle handling of the instrument’ (Gramophone).

Wednesday 23rd August, Alasdair Cameron, piano The expressive and melodic music of Granados and Schubert is Alasdair’s choice for his recital.

a passionate ambassador for the instrument. Her London debut, aged 15, was broadcast live on Classic FM. The Cathedral organ's new concert pitch means that it can now be used with other instruments and several of the recitals take advantage of this capability. At various times during the series it is played in combination with the solo voice, guitar, trumpet and violin.

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Wednesday 9th August, Jeremiah Stephenson, organ and Darren Moore, trumpet Talented young musicians that have won numerous prizes. Jeremiah is a former Cathedral Organ Scholar & Darren is a Britten–Pears Young Artist.

Wednesday 16th August, GMT Brass ensemble directed by Andrew Pitt This young, modern group of players will fill the Cathedral with the stirring sound of brass, including music by Strauss and Handel.

Wednesday 30th August, The Apollon Duo, organ and violin A unique combination of instruments for this recital by violinist Dora Chatzigeorgiou and organist Alexander Binns.

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MONDAY Hampton Mobile Library 9.30-9.55am Hampton Primary School.

Vale Community Pre-school Ofsted Outstanding 2013/14 Monday - Friday 08:45 - 11:45 term time only.

For children aged 2, 3 & 4 yrs, funded or non-funded.

Nicole or Cheryl on T. 07818 567584/07834 366845 Cygnets Pre-school 8.40 - 11.40am & 12.10 - 3.10pm (term time) Lunch club and separate 2 year room.

Hampton Family Centre. T: 01733 893361.

Yaxley Runners Meet every Monday (except Bank Holidays) at the Sports Facility, Beaumont Way, Hargate. 6.30pm.

Hampton Mini Movers parent and toddler group.

1.15-2.45pm (term time). Hampton Vale Community Centre. Contact Rachael. T: 07983 421139.

Hampton Tiddlers Stay and Play Session Age group: 0-5 years, 10am to 12pm. Tesco Community Room at Serpentine Green Shopping Centre, Peterborough, PE7 8BE. Facebook group for members only: Hampton Tiddlers Public facebook page: Hampton Tiddlers YogaBellies for Mum and Toddler Yoga class 9.40 10.25am Hampton Leisure Centre T: 07585 384675 YogaBellies for Mum and Toddler Post-Natal Yoga class 10.30am Hampton Leisure Centre T: 07585 384675

TUESDAY Scouts 7.30-9pm Hampton Vale Primary School www.17thnene.co.uk/scouts Vale Community Pre-school Ofsted Outstanding 2013/14 Mon - Fri 08:45 - 11:45 term time only. For children aged 2-4 yrs, funded or non-funded. Contact Nicole or Cheryl on T. 07818 567584/ 07834366845 Cygnets Pre-school 8.40 - 11.40am & 12.10 - 3.10pm (term time) Lunch club and separate 2 year room.

Hampton Family Centre. T: 01733 893361.

Brians Yoga. Hampton Vale Community Centre.

6.30-7.30pm. T: 01733 244642.

Child Health Clinic 1.30-3pm at The Hampton Family Centre.

Hampton Hatchlings 12.15-1.15pm. Post Natal Support Group run by Health Visitors at Hampton Family Centre.

Hampton Ladies’ Netball 7.30-9pm. Squad training night at Hampton Sports Centre.

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Hampton Mobile Library 11.20am-12.10pm.

Hampton Vale, Eagle Way (near children’s play area)..

Hampton Junior Cricket Club for under 9’s and Under 11’s 6.45pm to 7.45pm www.hamptoncc.org Contact: Andy McIntyre 07974205845 Hampton Amateur Dramatics Group. 7.30pm.

Community Room.

Scouts 7.30-9pm. Hampton Vale Primary School. www.17thnene.co.uk.

5-a-side adult football: friendly matches in Hampton Tuesdays 8-9pm and Thursdays 7-8pm. All abilities and fitness levels welcome. Call/text Paul 07780 468836 Hampton Table Tennis Club 7-10pm. Hampton Vivacity Leisure Centre. All welcome, novices or potential league players (though not yet juniors). First session FREE then £5.

YogaBellies for Pregnancy Prenatal Yoga class 7.30pm H.Vale Community Centre T: 07585 384675.

Hampton 5 aside football friendly adult football, Tuesday’s 8am, for more details please call/text Paul 07780 468836.

Walking for Health – and fun 11am-noon from outside Hampton Vale shops. Free. All welcome.

T: 01733 248990.

Slimming World 5.30pm, 7.30pm Hampton, CSK Silver Hill. Call Nat on 07540 109787.

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Early Years Parent Workshop 10-11.30am The Hampton Family Centre.

Booking required T: 01733 893361.

Vale Community Pre-school Ofsted Outstanding 2013/14 Monday - Friday 08:45 - 11:45 term time only. For children aged 2, 3 & 4 yrs, funded or non-funded. Contact Nicole or Cheryl on T. 07818 567584 / 07834366845 Cygnets Pre-school 8.40 - 11.40am & 12.10-3.10pm (term time) Lunch club and separate 2 year room.

Hampton Family Centre. T: 01733 893361.

Brians Yoga. Tesco Community Centre.

1-2pm. T: 01733 244642.

Hampton Mobile Library 5.30-6.30pm. Hampton Hargate, Silver Hill.

Brownies 6.15pm. Hargate School.

Hampton Sports and Activities Club 1.15-3.15pm. Vale Community Centre. All are welcome Story time 3.45-4.15pm. Hampton Library

THURSDAY Hampton WI 7.15pm.

Every third Thursday of the month at the CSK church hall, Hampton.

Beaver Scouts 6-7pm CSK Hampton Church Hall www.17thnene.co.uk Vale Community Pre-school Ofsted Outstanding 2013/14 Monday - Friday 08:45 - 11:45 term time only. For children aged 2, 3 & 4 yrs, funded or non-funded. Contact Nicole or Cheryl on T. 07818 567584/ 07834366845 Cub Scouts (Baden Powell) 7-8.30pm Hampton Vale Primary School www.17thnene.co.uk/cubs Cygnets Pre-school 8.40 - 11.40am & 12.10 - 3.10pm (term time) Lunch club and separate 2 year room.

Hampton Family Centre. T: 01733 893361.

Hampton Parish Council 7.00pm. Community Meeting Room at Serpentine Green. T. 07562 388040 or E. clerk@hamptonpc.org.uk Stay and Play Lunch Club 12-1.30pm. The Hampton Family Centre. 50p. Limited places, call to book T: 01733 893361.

Hampton Tiddlers Stay & Play Session 2- 4pm. Tesco Community Room, Serpentine Green Shopping Centre. Memebers Facebook group: Hampton Tiddlers. Public facebook page: Hampton Tiddlers 5-a-side Adult Football: Friendly matches.Tuesdays 8-9 and Thursdays 7-8. All abilities and fitness levels.

Hampton based. T: Paul 07780 468836 Slimming World Hampton Vale Community Centre.

3.30pm, 5.30pm and 7.30pm. Call for more information.

T: 07734 364138 Food bank CSK Chirch 7 - 9pm Hampton 5 a side football friendly adult football Thursday’s 8:30am, for more details please call/text Paul 07780 468836 Hampton Cricket Club Training (Winter month) Nene Park Academy. 7-9pm. Contact Andy for more information.

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FRIDAY Dance & Movement 1-2pm. The Hampton Family Centre. Booking: T: 01733 893361 Cygnets Pre-school 8.40 - 11.40am & 12.10 - 3.10pm (term time) Lunch club and separate 2 year room.

Hampton Family Centre. T: 01733 893361.

Vale Community Pre-school Ofsted Outstanding 2013/14 Monday - Friday 08:45 - 11:45 term time only. For children aged 2, 3 & 4 yrs, funded or non-funded. Contact Nicole or Cheryl on T. 07818 567584/ 07834366845 Rhyme time 10–10.30am. Hampton Library Job club 9.30–11am. Hampton Library Knit and Knatter 11am–2pm. Hampton Library

SATURDAY Peterborough Young Singers 9.00 - 10.30 Juniors (aged 7 to 12) Seniors 9.30 to 11.30 (13 to 18). Based at the Hampton Church. secretary@peterboroughyoungsingers.org.uk Keysports Football Dance and Sports Club Nene Park Academy. Call Scott for more information T: 07790 016886 Slimming World Hampton Vale Community Centre.

8.30am and 10.30am. T: 07734 364138 for more information.

SUNDAY Christ the Servant King Church Service. 10am. CSK Silver Hill Hampton Community Church 6-7pm. Hampton Leisure Church Hampton Community Church Bible Study 6pm – 8pm Hampton Vale Community Centre Please call 07540 986095 for information.

Everyone welcome.

Boogizoo Hampton Vale community Centre 1.30pm for confident walkers. 2.30pm for wobbly walkers. £40 per ten week term or £5 per session pay as you go.

Charis Newman - 07555 697208 - www.boogizoo.co.uk reachus@boogizoo.co.uk

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When you sell your only or main home any profit on the sale is generally exempt from Capital Gains Tax as a result of Principal Private Residence relief (PPR). Your ‘home’ includes your garden and grounds so long as the land is used and enjoyed as part of your main residence whilst you live there.

It is possible to claim PPR if you sell just part of the property, for example part of the garden. The relief automatically applies to properties of up to 1.2 acres (0.5 hectares) in total. It is also possible to claim the relief if your plot is bigger than this, as long as the extra space is required for the reasonable enjoyment of the house. However, if you have a larger plot, HM Revenue & Customs may argue that the sale of part demonstrates the land sold was not required for the reasonable enjoyment of the property, and so seek to deny the relief.

To ensure any relief is available, the land should clearly be part of the gardens or grounds and used as such until the date of sale, so it should not be separated or fenced off from the area you are going to retain. We would also recommend you keep evidence of the area being sold was used as an integral part of your garden (for example taking photographs of the garden in use).

Obtaining planning permission to develop part of your garden will not automatically prevent PPR being available and this may make the land more valuable. But at the same time, please be aware that if you purchased the property with a view to realising a profit on the sale of some or all of it, PPR will not be available.

Likewise if you decided to build the new house on your land and sell the completed property this could be viewed as a trading activity, meaning at least part of the profit realised is subject to Income Tax and not Capital Gains Tax. On a positive note, if you are able to claim PPR on a sale of part of your garden, this could result in the gain realised being tax free. Given the potential tax savings, if you are thinking of selling part of your garden we would recommend getting professional advice or talk to us as early as possible to ensure any necessary tax planning steps can be taken.

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