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Like most parents, I’m now keeping my fingers crossed for continued sunshine throughout the coming school holidays. Even my teenage daugh ter, who will turn fifteen this month, can only watch so much television in a six week period.

Right, well I’m off to clean the bbq, cut the grass, get the garden parasol out and pour myself a large gin and tonic!

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july park EvEnts 5k Cross Country Wed 9th July, 7pm start langley Park £5.50 (members); £7.50 (non-club) on day entry +£2 last in the three-part race series. the course is one lap of scenic parkland. parking included. visit www.fabian4.co.uk for full details and registration.

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Basicaly saxes sun 13th July, 2pm - 4pm Black Park Café Free entry (donations welcome) live music by the lakeside for your entertainment and to raise money for the Cancer research uk. refreshments available to purchase from the cafe.

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If you would like us to publicise your event in our august issues contact us no later than monday 14th July.

Colne Valley Festival sun 27th July, 11am-4pm Colne Valley Visitor Centre, Denham Country Park some activities are free Fun for all the family with canal boat trips, face painting, crafts, games, model air planes a funfair and much more. Contact: 01895 833375

hillingdon & Uxbridge Business Breakfast (hUBB) thurs 10th July, 8am-9am Bay lodge, 36 harefield Road, Uxbridge, UB8 1Ph. Free event In partnership with the Hillingdon Chamber of Commerce. Continental breakfast included. please rsvp emma.zovich@wardwilliams.co.uks school summer Fayre sat 12th July, 11am-2pm harefield infants school & nursery school Parade, high street, harefield, UB9 6Bt. lots of fun for all of the family, refreshments, homemade cakes and lots more.

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Dog show sat 19th July, 10.30am - 4pm langley Park £2 per class, 3 classes for £5 the popular annual show returns to langley park. there will be pedigree and novelty classes, as well as lots of stalls to browse. all in aid of the thames valley & Chiltern air ambulance.

Bushcraft Walk Wed 23rd July, 2pm-5.30pm Black Pine’s Camp, £22 adult, £17 child join andy on an interactive walk to learn the secrets of the forest and uses for natural materials. Finish at Black pine’s Camp to put your new knowledge into practice. Max ratio of 1 adult to 2 children. Over 12s only. school’s out for summer! thurs 24th July to thurs 28th august, 11am-4pm Colne Valley Visitor Centre, Denham Country Park. Free Fun and games on the terrace. Every thursday during the holidays.

Contact: 01895 833375. nature safari Fri 25th July, 1pm-2pm langley Park Café £4 per guide Follow the self-led trail set up by our rangers, finding the clues and learning about the animals that live here. the trail takes around an hour to complete. start any time between 1pm and 2pm.

Den Building mon 28th & tues 29th July, 10am-12pm langley Park Café £16 per family, £3 per extra Have a go at building your own den in langley park with the Country park rangers. Bring a picnic along to eat in your newly built den!

Fun in the Park Wed 30th July, 12pm-4pm langley Park most activities are free the hugely popular family event is back in langley park and is going to be bigger than ever. the afternoon will be fun-packed with activities including falconry displays, sword swallowing and story telling, as well as fun games, face painting and an inflatable slide. there will be plenty of food on offer including a hog roast.

july EvEnts Butterflies Vintage tea Party thurs 3rd July, from 1.30pm 110 Copthall Road West, UB10 8ht £4 on the gate Entry price includes tea, Coffee and cakes, various stalls and a raffle. all Welcome. supporting sparks, research into safer childbirth

treasure island outdoor theatre sat 12th July, 6.30pm Picnics from 5pm the Courtyard, manor Farm, Ruislip. adults from £14.50, Child from £8, Family ticket from £40 performed by rain or shine theatre Company. tickets: 07806 766993.

a Vintage affair sun 13th July, 10am-1pm & 2pm-5pm michael sobell Centre, mount Vernon hospital, Gate 3, off White hill, northwood, middlesex ha6 2Rn variuos bands will be playing, tea rooms, Classic Cars, Gift stalls, rock Chorus, Dancing and more...

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Short Story Wedding Bells by Jackie Brewster When her niece, Chelsea, finally decided to tie the knot, Wanda had missed out on the last room at the hotel.

Cousin Bev offered her a bed for the night, and the loan of a sleeping bag. It was only when they arrived that she realised what she’d let herself in for – a night under canvas.

They had the field to themselves and judging by what was left behind, it had only recently been vacated by cows. Pitching the tent had caused all kinds of arguments, making Wanda hot and irritable. The tepid shower in the farmer’s outhouse had been besieged by spiders, and the sausages Bev cooked over a gas stove had ended up covered in grass clippings. She had nowhere to hang up her wedding outfit or plug in her heated rollers. What’s more the midges had developed a taste for her.

The cold crept in, after darkness fell. An owl hooted, and a fox cried out. Wanda shivered, unable to sleep.

Over the sound of Bev’s contented snoring she thought she heard footsteps coming across the field.

Maybe one of the cows had made an escape and was ambling blindly towards them in search of heat? The footsteps grew louder. At any moment a half tonne beast could sit on the thin tent and squash them flat.

Something big tripped over a guy rope and Wanda tried not to scream. Don’t let it know 

you’re in here she told herself. Wanda pulled her sleeping bag up under her chin in terror.

The tent zipped open.

  Wanda let out a shriek that would have woken anyone other than Bev. A bright light shone inside.

“Aunty Wanda is that you?” someone whispered loudly.

“Who’s there?” Wanda cried, blinded by the light.

“It’s me, Chelsea”. Her niece climbed awkwardly inside.

“What are you up to?” Wanda snapped, “You frightened me out of my skin”.

“Sorry Aunty, I needed to talk”. The girl shivered, “I’m getting cold feet”.

“Well I’m cold all over but you don’t hear me complaining”.

Wanda grumbled, then realised what Chelsea was saying. None of this surprised her, even as a baby Chelsea couldn’t make up her mind which thumb to suck. It was Wanda’s job to save this wedding.

“What’s troubling you honey?” she asked soothingly.

“I want to get married”, Chelsea frowned, “But I hate being the centre of attention, it terrifies me”.

“My dear girl”, Wanda took her hand, “No one’s going to even notice you, all eyes will be on me”. She laughed, “I’ll be covered in midge bites and grass clippings, wearing a

crumpled outfit. Everyone will say “Just look what the cat dragged in!””

Chelsea grinned, and Wanda seized her moment, “Honestly honey, do you think I’d be sleeping in a tent with Bev here”, Bev snored loudly to make her presence felt, “If I didn’t think you were doing the right thing? You’re going to be a wonderful bride, trust me”.

Chelsea seemed reassured, “Thanks Aunty Wanda”.

“Now get going, and watch your step, otherwise you’re going to smell like a farmyard on your big day”.

Chelsea kissed Wanda on the forehead and slipped out of the tent. Wanda listened as her niece stumbled away across the field, and her eyes became heavy.

She woke to the warm sun brightening the tent. She had survived her night under canvas, and in the distance she could hear the peel of church bells. And because she had slept in her wedding outfit she was dressed to go.

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Organising your wedding should be enjoyable and stress-free. We will do do all we can to guide, advise and help you plan what will, undoubtedly be one of the most exciting and important days of your life.

Western House is The Uxbridge Masonic Centre, and therefore has unique rooms available for your ceremony. The rooms are enhanced by displays of Masonic memorabilia and regalia etc, which creates an iconic atmosphere. Why not come and visit to fully appreciate how we can make your day so different.

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The wildlife zone

The brighTesT crow Andy Mydellton fls (pictured right) is an environmentalist journalist, the founder and leader of the british wildlife charity, the foundation for endangered species.

They are members of the United nations agency UnesCo with Andy Mydellton being Chairman and the environmental Concern Advisor to the UnesCo schools group.

The most beautiful member of the crow family had been absent from the Millstream Fork wildlife garden for over 25 years. So why do we now see it regularly?

I’ve analysed the most important underlying factors and specific local conditions to see what could be responsible. was one of the reasons because Jays are common in woodland areas? This seemed to be one of the contributing factors on the first occasion when one dramatically appeared from the thicket on the opposite side of the millstream. over the years I have experienced many dull thuds on the window so that I know that when I hear this that a bird may well have smashed against it and could be in trouble. This is exactly what happened in early Summer when a fledgling Greenfinch flew into the patio doors unaware of the impenetrable glass in its way. I have learned that I must protect these birds in these perilous situations. I calmly unlocked the doors, stepped onto the patio and bent down to pick up the prostrate bird which lay completely still in a state-of-shock. As I did so, in the corner of my eye I noticed a flash from the bottom of the garden.

Being in the moment I collected myself and focussed on the streaking object. At first I saw a pink coloured bird zooming towards me from the deep green trees. It soon became obvious that I had startled and caught it unawares – which is exactly what it had done to me as well!

As the large bird crossed the lawn, it slowed down, flew upwards a few inches, turned around in mid-air and returned to the same branch from where it had dramatically launched itself, only seconds before. As it darted back I noticed that it had a white rump which was in stark contrast to all of the colours that I glimpsed when it gymnastically spun around on its axis.

I was shocked by this large gyrating avian and carefully followed the bird as it flew back to the safety of the thicket. I then continued to track it flitting from one branch to another.

I soon identified the bird as a Jay, a member of the crow family because of its unmistakeable markings which allow them to be instantly recognised by regular birders. It is a mediumsized bird with a black and white crown, a black moustache on a white face, a pink-brownish back, and a large blue flash on its multi-coloured wings. whilst this was a momentary distraction from my original purpose I still had the presence of mind to pick up the poor Greenfinch within seconds. Fortunately its gape was open which meant that it was still alive, but in shock; a good indication that the bird would survive.

As soon as I protectively held the Greenfinch I sat down and prepared myself for the estimated twenty minute wait for it to recover and fly away. As the time passed, I studied its colours and intricate patterns of feathers on its wings, body and head. The filaments of every feather are grown to suit at least three purposes. They are extremely delicate but are designed to allow the birds to be light enough to fly, keep it dry and warm, and have the exact colour patterns for its sex and species. I sat there deep in wonder about how such a small animal could grow so many of these amazing and functional features.

As I continued to nurture the fledgling I also considered the drama which had enveloped me.

It became obvious that the marauding Jay had seen the Greenfinch’s moment of vulnerability and was on the prowl to grab an easy meal. By coincidence I had unwittingly interrupted the Jay’s scavenging opportunism.

I mulled this over and felt happy that I had intercepted the hunting Jay from killing the juvenile Greenfinch whose full life lay ahead of it. But I was also aware that my values were human ones and victim sympathetic; however the world of nature does not care about wildlife with a human perspective. The earth’s natural systems remain objective and hard wired to allow happenstance, coincidence and circumstances to develop without omniscient interference.

Perhaps the Jay was hunting to feed chicks back in its nest, and that the juvenile Greenfinch was seen as normal food supply. If this is the case it can be argued that my appearance had prevented the chicks from having a decent meal which they needed to grow and eventually leave the nest. Soon the Greenfinch emerged from its state of shock and instantly disappeared into the nearby bushes, never to be seen again.

Since that day Jays have regularly returned to the wildlife garden; sometimes as individuals and occasionally as a pair. however these subsequent sightings have lacked this drama because they have postured on the lawn, fluttered around the garden from perch to perch, and fed on the nuts from the bird feeders. So what other influences may have caused this change of behaviour at Millstream Fork?

I do not know for sure. But my guess is that this pair of Jays may well have built a nearby nest. If this was the case they would have needed to establish a territory which included enough prey species to raise a family of growing chicks. whilst the trees around Millstream Fork are a habitat for one nest of the most colourful member of the crow family, they do not appear to be enough to support a permanent scold of Jays.

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By Katherine Sorrell  When you have run out of space and it’s not possible  to extend, the time has Double-Up Your Space

come to think creatively.

With the right approach, you may even be able to make two rooms out of one.

Had a new baby? Children growing up? Started working from home? Every year it seems like there’s more pressure on our living space. And while it’s not always possible to move up the property ladder to a ten-bedroom mansion, there is always a way to make your current property work better for you. It’s called doubling-up – and it’s all about giving your home a new lease of life with some thoughtful rearrangements and careful additions, resulting in multifunctional rooms that are entirely practical and yet also utterly stylish.

Take a long, hard look at every room in your home and, even in the smallest of apartments, it will soon be possible to see which spaces can be modified so as to serve more than one purpose. We’re not talking about expensive extensions or complex loft conversions, but simply about making the most of what you’ve already got. Like adding a dining area to a kitchen, a home office in a bedroom or a hideaway guest bed in a living room.

The trick is to forget your preconceptions about where you live and be creative with the space. To get the most out 

No room to sit down and eat? Turn a small kitchen into a kitchen/diner with a foldaway table and chairs. The table is attached to a wall with dowels, while the chairs can be hung on a wall hook, nicely out of the way.

Calligaris Quadro white lacquered bar table, £111; Calligaris Olivia solid wood folding chairs in wenge or beech, £80 each; all Lime Modern Living, 01892 512611; www.limemodernliving.co.uk.

By raising a child’s bed you create two rooms: one for sleeping, and one below for playing, studying, relaxing or for sleepovers.

The same goes with an adult bedroom – if you have high enough ceilings, consider building a mezzanine sleeping space, leaving room underneath to use however you wish.

Loft bed by Oliver Furniture, £995, Nubie, 01825 724160; www.nubie.co.uk.

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It’s a lateral-thinking approach that’s quick, easy and inexpensive, and that will make your home as functional and as good-looking as you could ever want, no matter what changes come your way in the future.

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Create a home office from the tiniest amount of spare wall space with a wall-mounted, foldaway table that also incorporates 10cm deep storage compartments. Ideal in a kitchen, under the stairs, in a child’s bedroom or in an office.

Calligaris Spacebox, £281, Lime Modern Living, as above.

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1st: At 7.45 pm in Sandringham, Norfolk, Frances Spencer gave birth to a baby girl. The child was christened Diana Frances Spencer, but the world would know her as Princess Diana, or simply Diana.

2nd: American author and journalist Ernest Hemingway rose early, without waking his wife, and took a shotgun from a cupboard. Then the Nobel prize-winner, whose talents and accomplishments would fill this page, took his own life.

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8th: American defector Lee Harvey Oswald travelled to the American Embassy in Moscow to ask for the return of his passport. His wish was granted and he returned to the States. And assassinated the President.

Identical triplets were born at Long Island Jewish Hospital and subsequently adopted by three separate families, each unaware of the multiple birth.

The siblings met by chance in 1980 and discovered they had been the subject of a secret study into separation of identical twins and triplets by the Louise Wise Agency.

A gallon of petrol was about 4/- 10d The average cost of a house was about £2,800

Three of the bestselling singles this year were: Runaway - Del Shannon Temptation - Everly Brothers Well I ask You - Eden Kane

19th: The world’s first in-flight movie, By Love Possessed, starring Lana Turner, was shown during a TWA flight; but only to its first-class passengers.

21st: Piloting the MercuryRedstone 4 capsule, Gus Grisson became the second American in space. During the splashdown the door opened prematurely and the capsule began flooding. He managed to swim clear but his space suit was now flooding. He was rescued by helicopter in time to disappoint a hungry shark which had been closing on the scene. Gus was killed in 1967 when the capsule of Apollo 1 caught fire.

25th: Following increasingly threatening rhetoric from the Kremlin, President Kennedy gave a speech to the nation.

In it he vowed to redouble the country’s military capability and take whatever action necessary, including nuclear, to counter threats to West Berlin and the free world.

31st: IBM introduced their Selectric typewriter, or the ‘golf ball’ as it was more commonly known.

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Inside, the big story is all about the touch pad controller (standard on all models) and the exciting graphics that ap pear on the centrally mounted 7 inch screen. For me, the sublimely comfortable seats, the quality of materials and the impeccable fit and finish are a bigger deal, but Mercedes wants to emphasise the tech nology which is comprehensive and hugely impressive, particu larly the collision avoidance system which automatically brakes the car if it thinks it is going to hit something.

It is immediately obvious that the C Class is not trying to beat the 3 Series at its own game, it is playing to its own traditional strengths. Take the styling; long and sleek with deeply sculpted side panels and a shapely front end, it looks like a scaled down S Class – hand some rather than overtly pretty.

There’s lots of aluminium in the new body panels which means that, despite being larger than the outgoing model, it is con siderably lighter. But Mercedes hasn’t used this weight saving to make the C Class more agile; instead it is more eco nomical. It is the same story with the new 2.1 litre diesel engines, badged 220 Bluetec and 250 Bluetec. They are significantly more powerful than before but Mercedes isn’t talking about performance, it is all about greater refinement and economy.

Unusually, I was driving a high spec car with plenty of options including air suspension and a 7 speed automatic gearbox.

The 2.1 litre diesel produces a weighty 202bhp but is most impressive for its effortless torque; linked to the smooth shifting auto, it holds onto the higher gears and is beautifully refined at speed. This is a fast car, hitting 62mph in a little over 6 seconds and capable of topping 150, but it still man ages over 70mpg – take that BMW! The air suspension is a revelation, well worth every penny of the £895 upgrade cost. The ride comfort is aston ishingly good, far better than anything I have ever experi enced in this class of car. It goes over even quite large bumps as if they just don’t exist, yet there is no wallowing and minimal body roll. The handling is extremely com

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Whether you buy a C Class depends very much on what you are looking for in a car. It can’t match the driving dynam ics of a three series and it is not as good looking as an A4,nor is it such a complete all rounder as the BMW. However, it is laden with world beating technology, has very strong performance coupled with quite astonishing fuel economy and, most importantly for many, it is supremely comfortable. There is also the solid build quality and that perceived sense of prestige that is so much a Mer cedes hallmark. For me, though, the greatest selling point is the feeling of under stated class that comes with this car. That is something that BMW and Audi cannot match; they are too ubiquitous, too commonplace. They may be very good but they are not special and that is what you want when you spend over £30,000 on a car, something a bit special.   

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You’ve booked your holiday.

You’re dreaming you’re already there, sunbathing, sightseeing and relaxing. But health issues could turn it into a nightmare.

Holidaying in the UK If you’re holidaying in the UK, everything is familiar, but still arrange travel insurance in case an accident or illness means your holiday is cancelled.

If you’re going off the beaten track or hill climbing, check the weather forecast, wear appropriate footwear and take your mobile (fully charged), warm waterproof clothing, a first aid kit and a map. Ensure everyone knows the route and remember you’ll be slower over rough terrain. Many fatalities are caused by ignoring these precautions.

Check your chosen beach is safe for swimming, with no concealed rocks or dangerous sea creatures (there’s a useful guide to them here: http://bit. ly/1m9uFYJ).

Holidaying Abroad Several weeks beforehand, read guidebooks, travel company information and specific precautions for your destination at http://www.fitfortravel.nhs.uk.

Ensure you’re aware of: • Air travel health and safety Newborn babies, women over 36 weeks pregnant (32 weeks in multiple pregnancy), or people who have recently had a stroke, heart attack, surgery or trauma shouldn’t fly, nor should those with a communicable disease or 

certain conditions affecting the ears, chest, head or cardiovascular system.

See your doctor and check insurance t&cs.

The air inside aeroplanes is very dry, so stay hydrated and avoid alcohol, (altitude increases its effects). Ask your doctor’s advice if you’re concerned about DVT (deep vein thrombosis) or you’ve given birth in the last two months. Reduce the risk of DVT by walking, stretching, avoiding alcohol and caffeine, and keeping well hydrated.

Compression stockings can help if worn correctly.

• Local laws and customs Beware different traffic signals and different laws particularly about standards of dress.

• Food and water safety Practice good hygiene and pack sanitizer gel or wipes. If you’re unsure of water safety, boil it or treat it with purification tablets, or use bottled water for drinking and brushing teeth.

Avoid ice cubes.

Choose well-cooked, freshly prepared food and avoid salads, shellfish, unpeeled fruit and ice-cream (unless it’s a major brand).

• Health precautions If there’s a malaria risk don’t take it lightly. Use repellents on exposed skin and repellents and/or insecticides around your room and on mosquito screens and clothing (mosquitoes may bite through it). Wear long trousers and long-sleeved tops, particularly after dark. Anti-malarial tablets

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must be started before you go and continued after you return.

Take a supply of diarrhoea medication so it’s close by if needed.

Vaccinations Again, requirements depend on destination – check specific guidelines at http://www. fitfortravel.nhs.uk at least 8 weeks before travel as some vaccinations are in several doses. Carry proof of vaccinations; some countries require an International Certificate of Vaccination or Prophylaxis (ICVP). Hepatitis A, cholera, typhoid and DTP (diphtheria, tetanus and polio) should be free, but you’ll pay for yellow fever, encephalitis, meningitis, rabies, tuberculosis and hepatitis B. Rules about prescribed medication Take a copy of your prescription and a doctor’s letter including personal details, travel dates and medication details.

Healthcare entitlements If you’re travelling to Switzerland or a country in the European Economic Area (EEA), apply for an EHIC (European Health Insurance) card entitling you to healthcare equivalent to that provided for residents. Outside the EEA, medical care must be covered by your insurance.

Sun Protection Wear a hat and sunglasses, avoid midday sun, stay hydrated and apply high factor sun lotion regularly.

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By Ann Haldon www.cornerstonewebcontent.com They also provide their services via email, the internet and telephone if preferred.

An excellent online source of information is the StepChange Debt Charity, which you may know under its former title of the Consumer Credit Counselling Service. They provide information and advice about all aspects of debt, including tips to avoid it, dealing with it effectively, and what to do if you are overwhelmed by money worries.

amount and type of debt concerned. There are ways to quickly reduce household expenses and interest charges though, so think about switching your energy supplier if you aren’t locked into a deal, and move all credit card debt onto a 0% or low interest card if you can.

Below are some easy things to do that will help gain control over your finances: • Make a detailed list of all household income and expenditure, including items such as birthday and Christmas presents • Cancel all unnecessary direct debits and standing orders, and cut back on nonessential spending • Once your outgoings have been reduced or consolidated, make a strict budget to include basic household and living costs • Consider keeping only one credit card, which should be used purely for emergencies

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Where to go for reliable advice The internet provides a valuable source of information and advice on debt and how to deal with it, but sometimes it can be more reassuring to sit down with a financial expert and let them explain the solutions available to you in person.

The Citizens Advice service is the obvious choice for debt help, with over 3,300 bureaux around England and Wales. The charity offers free independent advice to all, in confidence, at high street locations including dedicated offices, doctors’ surgeries, courts, and even prisons. 

Reasons for getting into debt

StepChange states that “Overspending is not the main cause of debt problems” and accounts for only 10% of the cases they deal with. So what are the main causes? Well, they could occur for a number of reasons: • Unexpected redundancy, job loss or reduced hours • A life event, such as divorce or separation • Injury or illness • Reduced income • Failure to budget effectively In recent years, job losses and redundancies have accounted for many of the debt problems in this country.

The loss of income may have been sudden, and coupled with spiralling living costs, debt can become unavoidable.

What are the best ways to tackle debt?

This largely depends on the

But what if it’s already too late?

There are actions you can take as a last resort, such as Individual Voluntary Arrangements, Administration Orders, or declaring bankruptcy. These are all big steps, however, and you need to take professional advice before making such a decision.

An important consideration in all this is choosing the right people to help you. You need to approach a charity or other non-profit organisation with counsellors who are paid to help you, rather than make money from you.

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INCLUDED: 2-hour guided tour of Prince Charles’ gardens at Highgrove • 2-course lunch at The Hare & Hounds, Tetbury • Return coach travel

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Dear residents,

On 22 May the public went to the polls in the local and Euro elections.

The Labour Group on Hillingdon Council saw an increase in numbers, with an additional four Councillors, taking us to 23 Councillors in total.

The Labour Group has consistently supported the residents of Heathrow Villages in their campaigns and this has borne fruit with us gaining all three seats in this ward – we will continue to fight on their behalf.

We also gained an extra seat in Charville, Uxbridge South and West Drayton.

We are as committed as ever to provide an effective opposition to the Tory administration and will continue to strive for the very best for the residents of the Borough.

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Over the next few weeks, I would urge you to meet your new local Labour Councillors – they are already organising surgeries in order to meet you and we would be happy to offer you all the help and support you need in the coming four years. Their details are already available on the Council website.

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It was good to see that the neighbouring Borough of Harrow have taken control from the Conservatives along with the London Borough of Croydon, Merton, Redbridge and Hammersmith & Fulham. Labour now hold control of 20 London Boroughs.

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With regard to the Euro elections, my congratulations go to Claude Moraes, Mary Honeybell, Lucy Anderson and Seb Dance, our Labour MEPs. Finally, my thanks go to all the residents who voted for us and the Labour activists who worked extremely hard during the campaign. Rest assured, we will continue to support you by keeping to our traditional values of fairness and equality.

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of the home of the future. The house’s occupants are beavering away in their high powered jobs and it is a warm and sunny day. The window blinds automatically lower themselves to keep the interior cool. The master of the house leaves the office and he uses an app on his phone. The house cranks up the air conditioning in the living area to bring down the temperature to a comfortable 22⁰C. As he turns into his road, he uses the app again. The electric gates open, the alarm is disabled and 30 seconds later the front door unlocks itself.

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integrating everything together which involved installing a central server and coding bespoke software, not to mention creating a customised app. Then, of course, there were kilometres of cable to be routed and cameras, servos, sensors and much more to be put in place.

The good news is that you don’t need to spend a fortune to introduce some smart technology into your home. Take central heating for instance; it is much more economical to be able to turn your heating on half an hour before you get home than have it on a fixed timer. Smart thermostats such as Nest go one better and actually learn your lifestyle patterns. Burglar alarms can be set and cancelled in the same way via a phone app; no need to worry about whether you set the alarm before going on holiday anymore and you can upgrade your existing panel at minimal cost.

Smoke and fire alarms can automatically notify someone if they are activated while you are out of the property and electric appliances ranging from ovens to coffee percolators can be operated remotely via your phone or computer.

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We have seen a large increase in the number of cats and dogs brought in to our practice for fleas, even during the autumn and winter months. Fleas like warm environments so traditionally the bulk of our cases were seen during the summer months, but with changes in climate bringing warmer winters and prolonged periods of heating in households we see more of these pesky parasites all year round.

Why control fleas? Fleas can be a real menace to you and your pets and will cause havoc, especially in multiple-pet households. They are the most common parasite seen in dogs, cats and rabbits and cause irritation and sometimes allergies. They can carry blood-borne diseases like Mycoplasmas (Infectious anaemia) and Myxomatosis. They also carry the infective stage of the dog tapeworm, so in any flea infestation it is a good idea to treat for tapeworms too. Fleas are not fussy and will also bite humans when there are no dogs or cats around.

How can I tell if my pet has a flea problem? Most pets with fleas will usually scratch. This may be less obvious, especially with cats who may overgroom their belly, back of their thighs or their bottom, which may not become obvious until they are almost bald in these places!

A good way to look for fleas in even the most mild of infestations is to take a sheet of white paper and wet one side by running it under the tap. Sit your pet against the paper with the wet side uppermost and brush your pet to cause fur, scurf and flea droppings to fall onto the paper. Flea droppings will look like small brown/black dots that turn reddish brown when wet (this is digested blood).

My pet has fleas! What now?

It is important to work closely with your vet to ensure adequate control of fleas as the majority of effective flea treatments are available only by veterinary prescription. Although these can only be prescribed if a vet has seen your animal within the last 12 months, we do see animals free-of-charge for flea checks. Products are available in many formulations e.g. spot-on, sprays, collars, injections and tablets, and we are sure to find a formulation that suits your family and home.

Some store bought products have been shown to be toxic when administered incorrectly, especially in cats, and every year we see cats that have suffered the life threatening side effects of these products. Therefore I would always recommend consulting your vet in order to find the best product suited for you and your pet. There are now even combination products available that are effective against other parasites such as lungworm, mites, roundworms and fox mange, enabling control of multiple parasites with one product.

Flea products can work in 3 ways: • Killing the adult flea • Make female fleas sterile • Prevent flea larvae developing The best way of controlling fleas is to use products that work in more than one of these ways in order to break the flea life cycle. As 95% of the flea population is in the environment, it is important to treat both the pet and your house with a spray to help break the life cycle.

Sometimes there are no obvious signs of fleas but animals can become allergic to even one bite of a flea. In these cases your vet will suggest testing for the presence of an allergy to flea saliva.

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You spend a lot of time and money on your hair, your skin and your makeup. But are you letting your image down by not giving the same attention to your nails?

It’s worth establishing a hand and nail care routine and then planning a time every couple of weeks when you can treat yourself to a visit to your local nail salon.

There’s more than one option though so we’ve taken a look at three of the most recent - and popular - nail services.

CND Shellac Nails

Shellac has definitely been one of the most popular nail services of recent years. Its simple application, smudgeproof finish and effective staying power have secured legions of loyal followers.

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lamp between coats. When you leave the salon your nail polish will be completely dry and you can enjoy chip-proof, glossy, lasting colour that stays looking great for at least 14 days.

and with a waterproof seal, they won’t get damaged when you swim, bath, wash-up or do any other day-to-day tasks.

The seal is only broken when they are removed. They’ll last around 14 days.

When you are ready to have the Shellac removed, a set of foils soaked in acetone are wrapped round your fingers, although some salons may speed the process by asking you to put your fingertips into a bowl of acetone. This soaking process takes about 10 minutes and then the old polish is gently scraped off and nails buffed to prepare for the new coat.

Removal is easy - the product is heated up, the seal is broken and the Minx is peeled off.

There is no ‘infill’ option – even if your polish still looks great, when it has grown out you’ll need to start again.

Minx Nails

If it’s statement nails you’re after then Minx Nails are the perfect choice for you, offering a vast choice of designs in show-stopping colours, patterns and prints.

Minx ‘foils’ work on both natural and artificially enhanced nails. Before application nails are given a basic manicure. Minx is a solid film with an adhesive backing that is heat activated. The heat allows Minx to take on the natural curve of the nail and bond to the surface effectively.

While still underneath a special infrared lamp, the Minx is smoothed out and filed to fit with the nail. The process is very gentle on natural nails

Long lasting Nail polish

There are several reasons you might still opt for traditional nail polish. Firstly you might want a shade for a special occasion or to go with a particular outfit, without necessarily wanting to keep the same colour for weeks.

It’s quicker to put on normal polish and much quicker to take it off. This not only saves time, but will usually be a lower priced treatment or you can do it at home. Particularly for a pedicure, when normal polish will often last weeks anyway, this might be a better option.

And the choice of colours is much greater so you can get that perfect match if you need it.

Some of the new salon polishes dry very quickly too (such as CND’s Vinylux), so whilst it won’t be as instantly ‘set’ as Shellac or Minx, your finger and toenails will be complete dry and hard within a couple of hours.

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by Caroline Dunne Consultant, road traffic team IBB Solicitors caroline.dunne@ibblaw.co.uk

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The government is to increase the severity of penalties relating to driving offences, as part of a series of sweeping reforms to magistrates’ powers.

The maximum fine for speeding on a motorway is to be quadrupled to £10,000, while fines for road traffic offences such as using a mobile phone at the wheel, ignoring red traffic lights or breaking the speed limit on dual carriageways will be increased from £1,000 to £4,000. Magistrates will also have the power to impose unlimited fines for more serious offences, such as careless driving or driving without insurance.

New legislation for the higher fines has been laid out in Parliament, and a Ministry of Justice spokesman said it would be the first change to the penalty structure since 1991.

Motoring organisations were disappointed by the announcement, and warned that the changes could result in innocent motorists neglecting to challenge speeding tickets in court for fear of incurring greater penalties. “For the vast majority of drivers the prospect of the existing £2,500 fine is a pretty good deterrent against excessive speeding on the motorway.

We would not condone excessive speeding in any way but fines have to be proportionate to the offence and one has to question whether increasing the fines four-fold is proportionate, and it probably is not,” Automobile Association’s President Edmund King stated. “If we had more cops in cars on the motorway that would be a much more effective deterrent,” he added.

If road safety is the motivation for this, and not the increase in revenue, education would be a far more effective tool. Speed awareness courses are an effective reminder of the consequences of exceeding the prescribed speed limits. Currently these courses are more usually offered to those who exceed the speed limit at the lower end of the enforcement band.

Greater use of these courses in speeding cases would arguably raise road safety far more effectively than a more stringent financial penalty, which in reality could not be imposed to most motorists due to the guidelines on how fines are calculated.

If you are facing a road traffic prosecution, the most important thing you can do is to get early legal advice.

If you or a family member has been charged with a road traffic offence, IBB’s specialist road traffic team can help. Call 0870 442 1500 for immediate help at the police station any time of the day or night, or contact Caroline Dunne on: caroline.dunne@ibblaw.co.uk 01895 207214.

Let us point the way Facing a fine or points on your licence? Speak to us as soon as possible about protecting your licence, your reputation and your livelihood.

For realistic, plain English advice from specialist solicitors who can guide you through the system and the process, contact: Caroline Dunne caroline.dunne@ibblaw.co.uk

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Quiz night Every Tues & Sunday from 8.30pm at the Coach & Horses, Ickenham

events at Harefield Community Centre, Priory avenue, uB9 6aP Ladies Singing For Fun, 1st Wednesday in the month 1-2.30pm Zumba every Tuesday evening from 6.15-7.15pm. Mixed abilities. A fun & lively class. No need to book in advance, contact Jean: 01895 823496 or Gwen: 01895 822320 rock ‘n’ roll Monday's in Harefield!

Learn to Dance 1950's Rock n Roll Jive! Every Monday. Absolute Beginners Jive class 7.30-8.30pm Slow practise session 8.30-9pm Social Rock n Roll 9-11pm No partner required - no experience necessary! Harefield Cricket Club, Breakspear Road North, Harefield, UB9 6NE. 7.30-11pm £5 entry.

Contact therockingrebels@gmail. com or call 07951 652083 www.facebook.com/therockingrebels 1950s rock n roll with DJs the rocking rebels 1st Friday of every month 7.3011.30pm. Retro stalls, BYO drinks.

St Marys Church Hall, High St, Harefield UB9 6BX. Contact 07951 652083 therockingrebel@gmail.com www.facebook.com/therockingrebels HoBBies...

Chinese Brush Painting group Come and join our friendly group meeting on Saturday mornings. The class is guided by an experienced tutor so no experience required!

You will learn how to compose and develop your own style as well as practicing the finer points of Chinese calligraphy often seen on paintings.

Find us at Harefield Library, Park Lane Village Centre, Harefield or contact Phyllis Nash on 01895 476 644 / phyllnash@gmail.com Hillingdon arts & Crafts Club Meet every 2nd & 4th Friday, 9.30-

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Hillingdon natural History society Meets 1st wed of the month at the Scout HQ, Gatting Way, Uxbridge. enquiries@hillingdonnaturalhistorysociety.org.uk

inland Waterways association Meet 2nd Tues of every month at Hillingdon Canal Club, Waterloo Road, Uxbridge, UB8 2QX, 7.30pm. middlesex.social@waterways.org.uk iver Flower Club The Coppins Room, Iver Village Hall, Grange Way, Iver, SL0 9HW. Meets 4th Thursday of month, 7.30pm. Call Barbara Rhodes 01895 236531 for more details. Club’s Programme can at www.bbando.org.uk/clubs/iver.htm uxbridge & ickenham Floral art society Meets in the village hall, Swakeleys Road. Sales table & raffle.

Call 01895 850943 for details keeP-Fit, DanCe & DraMa...

Bagot stack (Fitness league) Term Time Only. Vyners School, UB10 8AB on Tuesdays 7.30 8.30pm. Also in Windsor Monday & Thursday. Call Rosemary 01628 776838 www.thefitnessleague.com Modern Jive Classes Mondays, 8-11pm, West Drayton Community Centre Thursdays, 8-11pm, Uxbridge Civic Centre.

Beginners welcome, first night entry and free lifetime membership with this advert. Contact: Alan 0208 933 4350 or 07860 250961 or email: alanandsue@clubceroc.com Dance, gymnastics and Free running Classes

By Futunity Uk in Uxbridge Town Centre & Hillingdon Sports & Leisure centre. Ages 2-adults - all styles of dance from RAD ballet to Zumba.

Check www.futunityuk.com for full class listings. Call 01895 251224 or email admin@futunityuk.com

Fitness league Tone & stretch exercises for the whole body, with fun dance routines to music for women of all fitness levels. Tuesday 7.30-8.30pm at Vyners School, Warren Road, Ickenham, UB10 8AB. Call Rosemary 01628 776838 before attending. www.thefitnessleague.com

Funky rhythms Dance & Fitness Zumba with Brian (07957 343528) Monday 6.30pm- Swakeley's School for girls, Clifton Gardens, Hillingdon Zumba with elli £5 (07833 690153) Tuesday 8pm- Active4less, 233 High Street, Uxbridge Zumba with Brian Thu 6pm & 7.30pm Watts Hall, Christchurch, Belmont Road, Uxbridge Zumba with sylvia J £5 (07793 769584) 8pm - Minet Jnr Sch, Avondale Dr, Hayes irish Dancing Classes For boys and girls from age 5.

Beginners and advanced classes available. Monday, 6pm at Hayes Conservative Club, Church Rd. Wednesday, 6pm at Greenford Visitation Catholic Church Hall Contact Deidre email: Deirdreosullivan@ hotmail.co.uk telephone: 07956 346383 Jazzercise Classes New Denham Community Centre Monday 9.30am-10.30am & Tuesday 6.45pm-7.45pm.

Wednesday & Friday 10-11am Denham Village Memorial Hall Village Road, Denham, Bucks. Thursday 6.30-7.30pm. Contact: Wendy Whitefoord Tel: 07803 602142 e: wendy.whitefoord@btinternet.com www.jazzercise.com ladies only kickboxing Club Wednesdays, 6.30-8pm at Watts Hall, Redford Way, Uxbridge, UB8 1SZ. First Class FREE! Just turn up or call Instructor Leanne Phillips on 07518 848285 e: leanne @kickboxing-longdon.co.uk www.kickboxing-london.co.uk continued overleaf...

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Line dancing Wednesdays at Uxbridge Community Centre, The Greenway, Uxbridge.

New class for absolute beginners is 10.30am-12.30pm, with free tea and biscuits - £3.50 Beginners/easy level 1.45pm-3.45pm - free tea and biscuits - £3.50 Thursdays at Charville Community Centre, Bury Road, Hayes End 8pm10pm for beginners/improvers £4.25, no tea and biscuits, but there is a bar. Call Susan 01895 832837 passion dance Group Passion Dance Group (Ruislip) Queensmead Sports Centre and Highgrove Pool Classes include: Street Jazz, Ballet, Tap, Contemporary, Musical Theatre, Minie Me'z (3 - 6 years Ballet, Tap & Street), Kids Parties.

We offer Shows, Workshops, Competitions and Assessments.

Age 3+ all abilities welcome.

07882 413428 passiondancegroup@hotmail.co.uk pink academy of dance Classes held daily @ New Denham Community Centre. Exciting range of classes for boys and girls from 2 years to Adults.

Monday - RAD ballet and IDTA Tap Wednesday - Jazz and Festival work Friday - Festival work Saturday - Little feet ballet (2yrs), Ballet, Tap, Disco, Festival work and Adult Ballet and Tap. Contact: Admin@pinkacademy.co.uk www.pinkacademy.co.uk 01895 257553 rockin' 8s Square dancing Modern American style - every Thurs 8.15pm. New Denham & Willowbank Community Centre, Oxford Road, New Denham. UB9 4DW. Call Jean 01895 622859 or email paul@stingproductions.com Salsa!

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Yoga Monday nights 6.45 till 8.00pm at Uxbridge & District Conservative Club, Fairfield, 46 Harefield Rd, Uxbridge, Middx, UB8 1PJ. Tel: 01895 233653

Salsa classes Every Monday: The Middlesex Arms, Long Drive, South Ruislip, HA4 0HG. Beginners class starts 8pm.

Improvers/Intermediates: 8.459.30pm. Freestyle dancing/practice time til 11pm Every Wednesday: The WatersEdge, Canal Cottages, Packetboat Lane, Cowley, UB8 2JS. Beginners class starts 7:30pm.

Improvers/Intermediates: 8.309.30pm. Freestyle dancing/practice time til 11pm

Zumba fitness Mon 7pm, Wed 10am. Denham Village Memorial Hall. Ian or Suzanne 07545 910058 / 07834 187745.

SaLSa (all styles) Every Monday at Uxbridge Community Centre, 32b The Greenway, Uxbridge UB8 2PJ from 7.45pm to 10pm. Come and join Mina Queen Salsa for some amazing fun. Call 07958 578962 or email mina@queensalsa.com Suzanne’s School of dance & drama 69 Swakeleys Road, Ickenham UB10 8DQ. Classes from aged 2 yrs to adult. All types of dance; ballet, contemporary, jazz, tap, street and musical theatre, drama, singing.

See website 'suzannes-dance.co.uk' tai chi classes Every Saturday 10-11am at Yiewsley Methodist Church, Fairfield Road, UB7 8EY. Call Dan 07880 601429 the pilates club St Giles & The United Reformed Church Halls, Ickenham. For further info visit www.thepilatesclub.co.uk or call 07968 920070 uxbridge musical theatre Ruislip Conservative Club, 56-58, Ickenham Road, Ruislip, Middlesex HA4 7DQ. Tuesday 8-10pm.

Call Phil Harrison 01895 636367 Email: mail@umtheatre.co.uk or see www.umtheatre.co.uk

Zumba fitness class Mon 6pm, Walter Pomeroy Hall, Royal Lane Hillingdon UB8 3QU. Tues 7.30pm, St Marys Church Hall, Hemmen Lane (off Church Rd, Hayes) UB3 2JQ. No experience necessary. £5. For details call Ann-Marie Samuels 07701 012927 muSic... drumbeatz Drum tuition for beginners in a rehearsal studio in Denham by Melanie Kleyn, qualified HND, now on degree at ACM. Children over 8yrs, anyone keen to learn. Guitar lessons on site. Approx. 3.15-5.30pm or during the day. Text 07757 635880 Email: drumsmel@gmail.com faraday country music club in Slough SL2 1RN. Join us for the best live Country Music every Thursday for listeners, western partners, freestyle or line dancers.

From 8 - 11pm. Contact Deb 07986 050742. www.faradaycountry.co.uk Guitar lessons Complete beginners welcome.

Contact Sam for a FREE lesson 07798 588496 sam@uxbridgeguitarlessons.co.uk Yiewsley & West drayton Band Rehearse every Wednesday and Friday 8-10pm at St. Matthew's School, Yiewsley. To join or book the band for an engagement contact Lynne on 07976 824152 or email Lynne@ywdband.com continued overleaf...

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World Cup 2014

Fantastic Footie Food AT Slimming World we are kicking-off the World Cup celebrations with Food Optimising footie-favourites like pizza, burgers and hotdogs!

Slimming World members are replacing the takeaways they used to have with fakeaways (healthy home-cooked versions of the same meals). Every week in group our members swap recipes and food ideas, often talking about the different meals they’ve tried that week, and fakeaways are definitely a big hit – really popular ones at the moment are Chicken Tikka Masala and Doner Kebabs. Better yet, these fakeaways are much cheaper than the meals people used to order in for themselves and their families so members are not only losing weight and eating more healthily but saving money too – what’s not to love!

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Who says you need bread to enjoy the burger experience? This clever recipe has everything but the roll: Juicy beef mince, a stunningly tasty sauce and plenty of fresh salad vegetables too.

Serves: 4 Ready in: Less than 30 minutes Syns per serving: Green: 9 / Original: 1 / Extra Easy: 1

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For the SW Super Sauce

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• 3 level tbsp extra-light mayonnaise • 5 tbsp fat free fromage frais • 1 level tbsp American-style mustard • 2 tbsp tomato purée • 2 tsp white wine vinegar • ½ tsp garlic salt • ¼ tsp onion granules • ¼ tsp sweet smoked paprika

Low calorie cooking spray 500g lean beef mince (5% fat or less) 1 onion, finely chopped 2 garlic cloves, crushed Salt and freshly ground black pepper ½ iceberg lettuce, roughly shredded 8 gherkins, sliced 1 small red onion, finely chopped 2 tomatoes, roughly chopped

1 Spray a large, heavy-based non-stick frying pan with low calorie cooking spray and place over a high heat. Add the beef, onion and garlic and stir-fry for 6-7 minutes or until the beef is cooked through and the onions have softened. Season well.

2 Meanwhile, put all the SW super sauce ingredients in a bowl with 4 tablespoons of water and whisk until well combined.

3 Mix together the lettuce, gherkins, onions and tomatoes and divide between four wide bowls.

Spoon the beef mixture on top, drizzle over the SW super sauce and serve hot.

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Yiewsley & West drayton Training Band This is open to all ages wanting to learn to play a brass instrument or those of you wanting to 'brush up' your skills. Rehearse every Wednesday during term time 6.457.45pm at St. Matthew's School, Yiewsley. Contact Abi on 07985 302 856 or emailtraining@ywdband.com sing and sign Britain’s favourite Baby Signing Classes from 6 months Wed at Uxbridge Leisure Centre, Fri at The White Bear, Ruislip. FREE TASTERS BOOK NOW contact Cathy 07712 047621 or email: cathyseddigh@ singandsign.co.uk

slough sea cadets Parade nights on Mon and Thurs 19.30-21.30 at Langley Pavillion, Langley Road, Slough, SL3 8BS. Male & Female Junior Cadets (age 10-12 yrs) & Cadets (age 12-18 yrs). £2 per week, courses from £5.

E: sloughseacadets@yahoo.co.uk Tiny Talk Baby signing classes Friday classes at The Uxbridge Centre, The Greenway, Uxbridge, UB8 2PJ 10.30 am, price £5.00 Pre-paid per family. Call Bev Meier 01895 824935 or 07818 025993 1st uxbridge scouts, Beavers & cubs www.1stuxbridge.com Tel: 01895 255479 self defence... shorinji kempo self defence Practical self defence techniques from this traditional Japanese martial art. Tue 6-7pm children (£2), 7-9pm adults (£5). The Barn, Kingston Lane, Uxbridge. (opp. Brunel Uni). Contact Dan on 07776 421957 or for details visit www.sk.harrow.ac.uk karate club of uxbridge For ages 5yrs and up. Wed 5-7pm at The Greenway, Uxbridge.

Call Dominic on 07988 743725 kung fu club West drayton Great Kung Fu workout for everybody. 

Training for children & adults Tues 5.30-6.30pm, Fri 7.30-8.30pm, Sun 5.30-6.30pm. West Drayton Community Centre, Harmondsworth Rd, UB7 9JL. Contact Ella on 07702 479435 e: sportsclubuk@gmail.com

silat kuntao indonesian self-defence Traditional self-defence art from Central Java, includes empty hand, traditional weapons, meditation and healing massage. Adult classes only.

Mon and Wed 8pm-10pm at Denham Village Memorial Hall, Denham, UB9 5BN. Call Philip Davies 07790 496 346 or kuntao.matjan.uk@gmail.com. self help & supporT... hillingdon Brain Tumour group Support group held every 2nd Thurs of the month 12.30-2.30pm, Hillingdon Baptist Church, Hercies Rd Hillingdon, UB10 9LS. Call Cyril or Becky 01895 637444. parkinsons uk society – uxbridge Support group for sufferers and carers, meet at Christ Church, Redford Way, Uxbridge from 2-4pm on the last Tue of the month. Guest speakers and social outings.

Call Mr Neasby on 0208 848 3920 slimming World New Denham Community Centre Tuesday, 10-11.30am. New joiners turn up at 10am to register Tel: Mandy 07879 897578 slimming World The Salvation Army, Cowley Road, Uxbridge. Tuesday 7pm.

Tel: Nicki 07826 698360 slimming World Yiewsley Methodist Church, Farfield Rd, Yiewsley. Wed 5pm or 6.45pm.

Tel: Nicki 07826 698360

Weight Watchers Christchurch Bailey Hall, Redford Way, Uxbridge, UB8 1SZ. Thursday 6.30pm. Call 07920 409111. social groups... crosier investment club Objectives to learn more about the Stock Market and to improve personal

investment skills. Meets 7.30pm, 3rd Thursday in month Pinner Village Hall, Chapel Lane, Pinner, HA5 1AA. Further details 020 8427 3559.

Annual Subs £24 (inc. tea/coffees). secretary@crosierinvestment.org.uk visit www.crosierinvestment.org.uk

hillingdon family history society The Society exists for anyone with an interest in family history. Based at Hillingdon Park Baptist Church, Hercies Road, Hillingdon. Our research room is open (10am-1pm) on the first Saturday of the month and on every Friday (except the Friday before the first Saturday).

We have a wide variety of records, and experienced help is always available. Once a month, usually on the 3rd Thursday evening, there are general meetings with a speaker.

For openings and events see www.hfhs.co.uk. Contact Mrs Pat Reynolds 01895 444442 or email hillingdonfhs@onetel.com rotary club of elthorne hillingdon We meet on Wednesday evenings at 7.30pm at Uxbridge Cricket Club.

Call 01923 829657 for details

rotary club of uxbridge We meet on Fridays at 12.40 for 13.00 (5th Friday evening, call Sec on 07910 197201) at The Middlesex Suite, Civic Centre, High Street, Uxbridge. See website www.rotaryclubofuxbridge.org.uk Whist Tuesdays 2-4pm at Uxbridge & District Conservative Club, Fairfield, 46 Harefield Rd, Uxbridge, Middx, UB8 1PJ. Tel: 01895 233653 Women’s social group Social group for women in West London. Looking to expand your social group and make new friends? We meet regularly for coffee, a chat and organised trips and welcome women of all ages.

Please call Seema on 07730 898635 or email seemaa@ seemaa.co.uk to find out more

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If you can’t get away this year, how about creating your own Mediterranean hotspot in your garden? Even if you do manage to escape to the sun for a week or two this year, you’ll still have the rest of the summer at home and a little slice of Italy, France or Greece outside your back door will bring happy memories flooding back.

The first thing to do is to choose the sunniest spot available – it’ll not only make sitting out there more enjoyable, but will also mean that you can install some serious sun-loving plants too.

Painting the nearby house, shed or garage wall with white masonry paint will help to create the right atmosphere and look. At the same time it will help to reflect our sunlight – often a bit washed out compared to more southern climes - so providing a stronger light for the type of plants that appreciate it.

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want to make brand new pots look more weathered try painting them with a solution of plain yoghurt as this will help to encourage rapid colonisation by mosses, algae and lichens.

Any new hard landscaping such as wall, paths or patios and terraced surfaces will look best in natural stone and there are now also terracotta tiles available that are suitable for use in the garden. Terracotta tiles can also have a storageheater effect too – after a long, hot day they will have absorbed a good deal of heat and this will then be released gradually in the evening.

Add interest to a vertical surface by planting a vine.

They have attractive leaves and there are plenty to choose from that will fruit well in our climate. You may not be able to create your own vintage but the vines will look particularly authentic when draped with a few bunches of grapes.

Mediterranean gardens often make full use of the walls and any other vertical surfaces, so put up hanging baskets, pots and wall baskets and cram them full of plants.

Glazed tiles, wall-hangings and even the odd ornament or two can also add to the Mediterranean look, but make sure you choose items that won’t be instantly bleached by the sun.

Plants in pots are a must and if possible choose stone or terracotta containers. If you

Try growing your own oranges or lemons. With our generally milder winters some gardeners

are even managing to keep these plants outside all year round with only the minimum of protection. Growing your citrus tree in a good-sized terracotta pot means that you can move it into a more protected spot if necessary.

With their wonderful silvery grey leaves and their often rather untidy or gnarled shape, olives too are a plant well worth considering. Olives are best grown in a large container unless you have a warm garden and a very well-drained soil as they hate winter wet.

Some plants just spell out Mediterranean Magic – try geraniums and pelargoniums, aeoniums and sempervivums, rosemary, thyme, oregano and pretty well anything with silvery foliage. Go for the brightest coloured flowers and your new holiday destination will also benefit from a subtle Mediterranean aroma too.

Visit Pippa’s website www. pippagreenwood.com for her ‘Winter thru’ Spring’ vegetable collection, great plants for September and regular advice emails from Pippa, and a super range of gardening products including Nemasys caterpillar, slug, ant and other biological controls, Enviromesh & Envirofleece

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The rspca are now struggling with the amount of kittens in our care  over 40 kittens ranging from 9 weeks to 5 months have been left at the homing centre either abandoned or unwanted. They are now hoping to find their forever home where they will be loved and cared for. All our kittens will have their full vaccinations and be flea and worm treated, microchipped, spayed (when old enough) and have 4 weeks insurance cover.

If you are thinking of having a kitten then please come to the rspca first, as for many of these little guys it is their last chance to find a home. Please give us a ring on 01895 833417 or visit our website www.rspcahillingdonclinic.org.uk to download an application form.

To help us stop this amount of kittens being left with nowhere to go, we urge you to get your cat neutered.

The RSPCA Hillingdon, Slough, Windsor, Kingston, District Branch always want to help people with neutering so if you have a unneutered cat please ring 01895 231435 an b o o k y o u r appointment. 

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