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As you know, recently there has been a growing amount of attention in the media about the over-use of plastics and the effect this is having on the environment. Following on from this, I have had a couple of enquiries from readers about whether or not this magazine, because of the glossy paper, is recyclable. So I decided to do a bit of research on this, and here is what I’ve discovered. The way paper manufacturers produce gloss paper is through a finishing process which involves polishing the paper – in much the same way as you would polish a piece of wood to achieve a smooth shiny surface. The laminated cover which we were using, and will be returning to later in the year, is also produced in much the same way. A heavier grade of paper is put through a more intensive finishing process, which produces the smooth, very high gloss end-product. I then looked at a number of websites – and checked with our printing company – and both the inner pages and the heavy duty cover are recyclable. The paper mills that waste paper goes to for recycling, put the paper through machines that are so efficient, that they can even remove staples and any other foreign objects that inadvertently find their way in with the paper.

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Most climbers are designed to grow up into the canopy to maximise the light and pollination but this doesn’t help the plant it grows up into. Most climbers will eventually kill the hosts they are These are great for a number of reasons, they provide extra colour using as support. My recommendation is to find a in your garden, for example: if Another thing people do, you have a cherry tree which climber that doesn’t swamp the especially with Ivy, is that they cut flowers in early spring, this can be plant it grows into, otherwise it the climber at the base to followed by the Wisteria flowers, will kill it. If you already have a and can look really good. There dead stump which you don’t know encourage more growth to go back up. Keeping something as thick are some ground rules for To growing what to do with, before you advertise call 01684 833715 or email: info@grapevinepublications.co.uk 14

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Caterham Oxted & Godstone Lions Club District 105SE England Celebrating 100 years of Lions serving their communities

both Caterham and Oxted who kindly donated 50 Easter Eggs between them to be given out at St Catherine’s Hospice. The eggs were given to patients and to those who have home visits. They were presented to the Hospice by Lion Tony Carter.

he Club was very pleased with the Easter Egg raffles that were held in local pubs in the area. It is the first time that the Club decided to give it a try and as it proved popular it is likely that it will be done again next year. The Club would like to thank all those publicans who kindly agreed to have the raffle in their pubs. As always, the money collected will go towards to local good causes. The Club is also very grateful to Morrison’s stores of

The Club’s annual fundraising concert was held at Caterham School and this year featured Vocal Dimension. Established in 2010 it has become a multi award winning group of thirty lady singers who sing in a four-part style which is one of the most challenging and rewarding styles for a vocal ensemble. Unusually there is no musical accompaniment. Choosing Vocal Dimension was a change for the Club who in past years have favoured tribute bands and proved successful as the number of supporters showed.

Caterham School very generously gives use of the theatre to the Club and gives support with lighting and the sound system. The Club’s mini bus runs a shuttle from the car park to the theatre entrance; this proves popular with those who might struggle to walk up the hill to the entrance. The next fundraising event is on 12th May when our annual Swimathon event will take place at De Stafford School in Burntwood Lane Caterham. All those who would like to raise money for a charity or good cause close to the heart and at the same time help the local community might like to take part in the Swimathon. Up to five colleagues can swim for 25 minutes in a relay. COGS organises everything and those taking part can just turn up having arranged sponsorship by relatives or friends. All that COGS ask is that you donate 50% of your total sponsorship to the Lions, which helps us support local causes and charities. Those interested in taking part and raising money should contact Lion President Ian Macaulay on 0208 6683280.

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The Dartford warbler is a small, very active bird, with a long grey tail which it often holds at an angle. Its rust-coloured breast and bright orange eye are striking, as it flits across the heath, before diving into the shelter of the deep heather. Although some birds over-winter in north-west Africa, almost the entire world population of Dartford warblers breed in southern Britain, France, Spain, Portugal and southern Italy. The British sub-species is restricted to

A species with a limited geographical range that is restricted to a single habitat is very vulnerable to environmental changes and numbers can be seriously reduced by harsh weather. After the very cold winter of 1962-3 only 11 pairs of Dartford warblers survived in Britain! Fortunately mild winters and suitable nesting habitat mean numbers have slowly recovered. Today there are thought to be approximately 3200 pairs and the population is steadily increasing and their range expanding though they are still regarded as an Amber List species. And they are heavily dependent on the availability of heathland for survival. Our heaths are a globally rare and threatened habitat and during the last 200 years, vast areas have been lost to intensive agriculture, forestry, housing, roads and other developments. Wildfires also kill

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breeding birds and as Dartford warblers nest close to the ground, they are particularly vulnerable to disturbance by boisterous dogs. Most areas that Dartford warblers breed in are now protected under UK and European law. Conservation bodies like Surrey Wildlife Trust are also working to save our heaths by managing scrub, carrying out fire prevention works and bringing back management techniques that have sustained our heaths since the Bronze Age. You can play your part by avoiding areas of deep heather during nesting season and keeping dogs under control. You could also sign up as a Surrey Wildlife Trust volunteer to help save Surrey’s rare ancient heathlands and the many rare and beautiful species they support. Find out more at surreywildlifetrust.org.

nature challenge encourages us all to get out and do something wild every day in the month of June. Getting closer to nature makes us feel happier and healthier – so why not get in touch with your wild side this summer? Get your FREE 30 Days Wild pack full of stickers, seeds, a wallchart and lots of wild ideas on our website: www.surrey wildlifetrust.org/30DaysWild. How Wild is Your Garden? The hunt is on for Surrey’s wildest gardeners, as the Trust launches its annual Wildlife Garden Award, sponsored by

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beginner’s course learning the art of spoon carving. Master the art of splitting wood and learn how to use hand tools safely. Use your newly acquired skills to carve a spoon using locally sourced wood. Venue: Nower Wood, Leatherhead. Booking essential: Members £45, non-members £57. Photography Workshop: Editing 10am - 4pm Sunday 20th May Improve your photography skills by learning how to master Photoshop Elements 14. Spend the morning taking photos in our stunning ancient woodland and the afternoon editing your images. Venue: Nower Wood, Leatherhead. Booking essential: Members £50, non-members £62. Wildlife Gardening Wednesday 30th May 10am - 3pm Get your garden or allotment buzzing with wildlife using hints and tips from an expert, on a variety of techniques to attract wildlife to your patch. Venue: Bay Pond, Godstone. Booking essential: Members £35, non-members £47. To book all our courses and events go to: www.surreywildlifetrust.org/whats-on Join Surrey Wildlife Trust! Surrey Wildlife Trust is the only charity solely concerned with the conservation of wildlife in the county – you can support its work by becoming a member. Visit www. surreywildlifetrust.org or call 01483 795440 for further information.

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Bulbs • Lift Lily bulbs from the garden and transfer them to tubs for summer decoration. Do not damage the roots and stand the tubs in the shade for a couple of weeks until they recover. Do not let them dry out.

• Take cuttings of Fuchsia, Lemon Verbena, Sage & Pelargoniums. • Trim overgrown trailing/spreading plants e.g. Clematis • Cut back Spring flowering plants, after flowering • Progressive Sweet Peas and climbers should be attached to plant-support rings. • Stake tall herbaceous plants like Delphiniums, Peonies and Phlox. • Remove faded Rhododendron flower trusses.

• Gladiolus foliage will be sprouting, so mulch around after weeding.

Fruit • Netting & straw will protect Strawberries and soft-fruited bushes.

• Lift and divide overcrowded clumps of Spring flowering bulbs.

• Check for Sawfly Caterpillars on Gooseberry bushes.

• An application of bonemeal adds energy and colour to Irises.

• Copious watering for newly planted fruit bushes is necessary.

Flowers • Once your soil has been nourished and prepared, nearly all hardy annual flower seeds could be sown in-situ.

Greenhouse/ Houseplants • Ventilation is needed in hot, dry weather.

• Half-hardy, tender seedlings, should be hardened off and trans-ferred towards the end of May.

• Harden-off half-hardy bedding plants.

• Divide hardy annuals, Hostas, Asters and Chrysanthemums.

• The May sun can scorch house-plants, so move them away from south facing windows.

• Pinching the tips of Chrysanthemums will produce bushier plants.

Hedges & Lawns • Hedges need their first clipping, but make sure there are no bird nests.

• Trim Aubretia, Alyssum and Candytuft to encourage new growth & cut out old shoots of Penstemon. • Dead-head Lavendar, Pansies, Primula & Viola to produce new blooms.

• Damp down floors to increase humidity & deter Red Spider Mite. • Hang fly-traps.

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• Use a weedkiller on established lawns. • A high-nitrogen fertilizer will stimulate growth. Patios, Balconies, Roof gardens & Window boxes • Fill window boxes and ensure that all plants receive sufficient watering during dry spells, with a balanced liquid feed. • Top dress permanent pot plants. • Plant up pots & baskets of summer bedding after hardening off. Roses • Eliminate multiple shoots. • Tie in climbing & rambling roses. • Treat any signs of Blackspot on Roses with a systemic fungicide Vegetables • Plant Asparagus and seed Potatoes ( earth up if frost is forecast) • Harvest established Asparagus & Rhubarb (a well rotted compost for Rhubarb). • Plant out Brassicas and Leeks.

NEWS 5th May 2018 - Plant Sale at the Trading Hut 9.30am to 12 noon. Donations of Plants from Members would be greatly appreciated Trading Hut We stock multi-purpose compost, John Innes Nos: 1, 2, 3 and seed compost, a wide range of fertilizers, vegetable seeds, 7’ & 8’ canes, netting, insecticides, fungicides, bird feed, grass seed, lawn feed and weed, nutrients for special plants and a host of other items for our members. The team are available to offer advice on gardening matters. The annual membership fee is £5 (for the whole family). Do join and enjoy the benefits. We have a wide variety of second-hand sturdy, gardening tools in good condition and members are welcome to inspect the items and if interested, offer a donation.

• Harden off Courgettes, Pumpkins and Tomatoes. • Pinch growing tips of Broad Beans. • Thin out Carrot, Lettuce & Spinach and use fleece or enviro mesh to protect from Carrot-fly. • Twiggy sticks for Peas. Water Gardens & Wild Life • Fish are ready to spawn so feed them (little and often) • Make preparations for new aquatic plants. • Encourage Bees and Butterflies into your garden by your choice of plants. In General • Collect and recycle rain water and when watering, do so early and late. • Hoe weed around all flower and vegetable plants. • Inspect all plants for pests and diseases. • Make a note of the seeds & date which you have already sown. The Link

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Fruity Chicken Curry It's hard to beat a nice spicy curry, and this one contains fruit for extra zing and a touch of sweetness. Simple and delicious, this dish takes less than half an hour to make, from start to finish.

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25g butter 2 chicken breast fillets, cut into small cubes 1 onion, sliced 4 garlic cloves, crushed 3 tablespoons curry powder (to taste) half an apple, cored and cut into cubes 1 stick of celery half a red pepper, chopped 75g sultanas 500ml chicken stock salt to taste

Melt the butter in a heavy frying pan over a medium heat.

Brown the chicken for approximately 7 minutes and then remove from the pan and set aside.

Saute the onion and garlic in the pan for about 5 minutes and add the curry powder. Stir well.

Return the chicken to the mixture and add the apple, celery, peppers, sultanas and stock. Add salt to taste.

Cover and simmer on a low heat for 15 minutes until the sauce thickens.

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Free refreshments. A selection of RSPB goods, nuts & seeds are on sale. Parking limited on site but free in adjacent roads. 64 & 433 buses stop nearby in Croham Road. Monday May 14th 2018 “Morocco” Colin Wilson, former Chairman of the Reading Ornithological Club is still involved with them, leading fieldtrips including many birding excursions abroad. One such was to Morocco, and we shall see the exotic charm of this wonderful country through the eyes of an experienced birder.

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What's on ... in May Tuesday 1st May to Friday 29th June Butterfly spotting on Headley Heath Head to Headley Heath to see some of southern England's most beautiful butterflies - we've recorded 28 species per day. Booking Not Needed. A National Trust Event. 9am to 5pm. Donation please. Car parking at KT18 6NN. Check website for latest information. Tel: 01372 220644. Headley Heath, Warden’s Bungalow, Headley Common Road, Headley Heath, Surrey, KT18 6NN. www. nationaltrust.org.uk/events Wednesday 2nd May Munch with Music Shona Fenion, violin and Nadine Andre, piano. Admission Free - Donations welcome. Tea/Coffee from 12.15pm. Performance 12.45pm to 1.30pm. You are invited to bring your own "Munch". St John's Church, Caterham Valley. Wed 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd & 30th May West Wickham Indoor Market Weekly market selling Crafts, Collectables, Italian Ladies Fashion, Greeting cards, Very collectable Dinky models, Handbags and much more. Light refreshments, very yummy homemade cakes. Supporting SE Cancer Help Centre. Free Entry. 9am to 1pm. Tel: 07702 077536. St Francis Church Hall, Ravenswood Ave, West Wickham, Kent BR4OPW. Friday 4th May House of Stand Up Presents Caterham Comedy First Friday each month - starts 8pm. Doors open at 7:15pm with a mobile licensed bar. Our headliner this month is the cynical Aussie comic with razor sharp wit - Trevor Crook. As always there's a great supporting line-up direct from the London Comedy Circuit! For more information visit www. houseofstandup.co.uk/caterham/. Show contains adult humour so be prepared for some naughty jokes and strong language. Advance Tickets from £10. Group Concessions Available. Book Early For Best Ticket Prices. Tel: 0800 999 2044. Soper Hall, Harestone Valley Road, Caterham, Surrey CR3 6HY. Thursday 10th May The Arts Society Croydon Area Meet monthly (2nd Thursday) at 10.15am. All Saints Church Hall, Sanderstead. 10th May - Germany’s post WW2 culture of Memorials. 14th June - British humour postcards 1909-1939. For further details

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please phone 02086572496 or email janice. brunger@outlook.com Monday 14th May Tandridge Handicraft Society Meets every Monday at the Woodhouse Centre, Hoskins Road car park, opposite Tandridge Leisure Centre, Oxted RH8 9HT. On 14th May 2018 the Society is hosting a talk about design with examples entitled "A Personal Approach to Design" given by Angela Dewar. The talk starts at 2pm. Visitors are welcome, £5 entry including tea and biscuits. Come and join us, we are always keen to welcome new members with similar interests. Further details on our website www.tandridgehandicraftsociety.org.uk or contact Jenny Beal on 01883 620730. Tuesday 15th May The Chaldon and Caterham Floral Club A meeting at the United Reformed Church, Harestone Hill, with demonstrator Jennifer Thompson. Her theme is "A Floral Workout". Demonstration starts at 2pm. We also have sales tables and a raffle of the arrangements, plus free tea and biscuit, so please come along. For more information please contact Jennifer Newland 01883 344317. Wednesday 16th to Saturday 19th May There Goes the Bride The Oxted Players are performing this hilarious comedy by Ray Cooney and John Chapman. 7.45pm and also 2.30 pm on the 19th. Tickets are £10 adults and £8 students and are available from 01883 724852 or for all card payments on www. barntheatreoxted.co.uk. Tel: 01883 724852. Barn Theatre, 25 Bluehouse Lane, Oxted, Surrey RH8 0AA. Friday 18th & Saturday 19th May Reigate Tunnel Beer Festival A Beer Festival organised by Redhill Redstone Rotary Club raising money for Prostate Cancer Research, St Catherine's Hospice and many local charities and community projects. More than 30 craft ales on offer plus cider. 12 midday to 10.30pm. Entry £5 per day, includes Festival Glass and first half pint. Tel: 07989 408834. Reigate Tunnel, Reigate, Surrey, Surrey RH2 0JY. www.aleforaid.co.uk Wednesday 23rd May Caterham Art Group Watercolour demonstration by Jake Winkle at United Reformed Church, Harestone Hill, Caterham CR3

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This month, Head Nurse, Hannah Holland, gives advice on caring for older pets.

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exercise more difficult, coughing, panting, changes in breathing, and weight loss. Cancers: A swollen tummy, lumps or bumps on the body, persistent diarrhoea, and sudden changes in weight. Animals are often very stoic and don’t make a fuss. We, as owners, will sometimes make excuses and put things down to their pet ‘getting old’, when actually many of these things can be treated and should be treated. It is advisable to get your pet checked every 6 months by a vet, so that they can listen to their heart, weigh them and check for any abnormalities. This will ensure your pet is healthier and happier for longer. At the end of the day, it all comes down to your pet’s quality of life. This can often be significantly improved by appropriate treatment of many of these illnesses. If you have any concerns about your pet’s heath or welfare, contact your veterinary clinic for advice from a vet or nurse.

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hile the grey and dreary start to 2018 may have continued its monotonous march through spring, Colour Caterham finally arrived to lift spirits in Caterham Valley. Late one evening, in pouring rain, a committed collective of guerilla knitters took to the streets to dress trees, safety barriers and the town's Rotary Clock with colourful garments for the first weeks of April. Organised by Caterham Valley For You, this initiative also saw children from local schools taking part in a colouring competition. We were so impressed by not only the quality of the work but the quantity, with more than 350 vibrant entries submitted. All the artworks were judged by Jodie Green and June Allen at Caterham Galleries and, after much deliberation, Finley Drayton, age 11, from Audley Primary School and Harry Lyles-Clarke, age six, from Essendene Lodge School were picked as the overall winners. Their artworks were framed and displayed in the gallery window throughout Colour Caterham. Images by 27 of the runners-up were also displayed around town, with Caterham Valley Library, JJ Browne & Son ( Jewellers) Ltd, Cubitt & West, Choices Estate Agents, Rayners Town &

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Country, Park & Bailey, Martin & Co, Hamptons International and Bairstow Eves transforming into pop-up galleries for the occasion. Not to be outdone, schools also created giant artworks – with the largest by St John's Church of England Primary School stretching across a significant portion of the magnificent Magnet Kitchens showroom window. Nails & Spa, Craft Stationers, Edi's Barbershop, Caterham Valley Computers, Cubitt & West, Vitaleyes, Costa Coffee and Louisa Graham Kitchens also lent their windows for the occasion. We predicted it would be a sight for sore eyes, and with everything in place it truly was. With help from local artist Avril Jones, Caterham Rotary chairman Andy Parr joined in the fun by transforming a piano with psychedelic Colour Caterham regalia. Placed in Church Walk Shopping Centre, anyone who fancied tickling the ivories was able to knock out a tune during the Easter holidays. Back at Caterham Galleries, we invited the community to add their stamp to proceedings by placing painted handprints onto the shop's previously plain white external wall. While we met lots of youngsters and their families during the event, this was an activity for all ages and 84-year-old Evanda Richardson, who

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told us she had been living in Caterham for 79 years, couldn't resist joining in too. While Colour Caterham will have physically faded away once you read these pages, the celebrations continue this month with a certain Royal Wedding set to capture international imaginations. If you're planning your own nuptials, Caterham Valley has the expertise to make the day extra special. While we've spoken about our many fantastic jewellers and hair and beauty salons before, did you know that we have not one but two go-to wedding destinations? Namely, Helena Fortley bridal boutique and The Wedding Lookbook. At Helena Fortley, it's all about the dresses and they've got some stunning designs that are sure to catch your (or Meghan's!) eye. Keep an eye out for their hugely popular events with handpicked designers. From dresses to venues, The Wedding Lookbook are able to put together one-stop shop packages to take away some of the trepidation and stress for couples organising their big day. If they can't help you with it, it's probably not worth worrying about anyway.

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We shouldn't forget Caterham Photography either, as they are experts at making sure the emotions of the occasion are captured perfectly for your family photo albums. Whatever you're looking forward to this month, we hope you have a brilliant one and visit us soon in Caterham Valley.

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ver 400 hundred runners took part in the 11th annual Caterham Rotary Easter Bunny runs at Queens Park on Sunday 25th March. First home boy and girl to cross the line in the 1k, which is not a race, were Ben Wyatt and Estee Norman In the 5k race the first man home broke the previous record. Alix Ramsier (pictured above) completed the run along with his dog Reggie in 15 mins 40secs and Loulou Rowlands was the fastest lady home in a time of 19mins 49 secs. Every finisher in the Easter Bunny 1k Fun Run and 5k Race received an Easter egg. There were additional prizes presented to the best dressed who were awarded large chocolate bunnies. Emily Watson of Bunny Hop

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