Gerrards Cross Local - June 2018 Edition

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Enjoy the summer season at Cliveden House The magazine for get-someone-else-to-do-it enthusiasts

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Do you have something special to celebrate this month? Well, you have the perfect venue on your doorstep. After Meghan Markle spent her last night as a single woman there, people worldwide will be wanting to visit Cliveden House, but if you live in the Gerrards Cross area it is just a short drive away. And what better time of year to experience the recently opened spa – see page 15.

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June 2018 | Issue 134

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Enjoy the summer season at Cliveden House The magazine for get-someone-else-to-do-it enthusiasts

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KEEP IT LOCAL!

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Motoring: Iconic Routes – the North Coast 500........8 Local Activities: The GX Fun Run held on Sunday, 20 May.........................................................................12 Health: Health Screenings: What’s Available?..........14

Fine weather helped ensure the GX Fun Run was a huge success, raising funds for local charities – we’ll let you know how much in the July magazine. All places were sold in advance so don’t forget to put your name down early for the next event, in 2020! Somewhat sooner is the Feast of St Peter, scheduled for Saturday 23rd. This ambitious event always welcomes volunteers so if you would like to be involved contact volunteers@feastofstpeter.org.uk

History: How We Fell in Love with Perfume..............16

Meanwhile, on Father’s Day, you are invited to a Father’s Day Fayre at the Community Centre on Sunday 17th (see page53 for details). And one for your diary – Fulmer Day, next month, is always a fun event for the whole family (page 52).

Book Review: Lazy Days Wish List..................................38

Come rain or shine you will always receive a warm welcome at the Bull Hotel, where you can kick off the weekend with a Prosecco Friday, see page 5.

Whatever your plans I hope you have a great summer – and keep it local!

Help for You: Parchment Law Group.............................18 Health Matters: Your Local Doctor.................................26 Local Business: Why choose SMART repairs?............30 Gardening: Creative Containers......................................34 Bird of the Month: Sparrow...............................................36

Recipe: Oast Salmon with Tomato and Asparagus Tagliatelle...................................................40 Technology: Here Comes Summer: Tech for Outdoor Living.......................................................42 Motoring: Should you buy an automatic car?

Pros & Cons explained..........................................................44 Astrology: Gemini by Astrologer Russell Grant.......46 Puzzles: Tickle the old Grey Matter...............................50 Local Event: Fulmer Day 2018...........................................52

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DRIVING

Iconic Routes: The North Coast 500

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taly has the St Bernard Pass (made famous in the opening scene of ‘The Italian Job’).

America has Route 66 of course. And Scotland? Well, that has the North Coast 500.

From there you take the A862 to Mull of Ord, before choosing clockwise and westward on the A832 to Applecross, or taking the A9 northbound to John o‘Groats if you prefer the opposite way.

point: it’s the journey that matters.

Winding for 16 miles over the 500 that gives the route its name, it was the 2015 brainchild of the North Highland Initiative to create a tourist driving loop around the uppermost part of mainland Scotland.

Either way, you will travel through some of the most stunning scenery the UK has to offer: in the southern section, looping roads with near-vertical mountains on either side, and surprisingly flat, almost East-Anglian pasture-like highways in the north around Thurso. And the beaches up there are something to behold too.

The only detrimental thing I can see is its increasing popularity.

How long it takes is up to you (cyclists have ridden it in 31 hours!) but speed is not the

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And it’s on my bucket list to drive this year.

Driven clockwise, or anti, the accepted start/end-point is Inverness, a beautiful city and worth exploring before the drive.

Just writing about it makes me want to jump in the car and drive the ‘500’ right now!

We go to the Highlands to get away from it all, yet it could be a victim of its own success and turn into Scotland’s M25.

So, let’s keep its secret to ourselves, eh?

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LOCAL ACTIVITIES

The Gerrards Cross Fun Run held on Sunday 20th May ll 1500 places for the 10th Gerrards Cross Fun Run were sold two weeks prior to the day, proof of how successful it has become, the biggest community event in the local area.

Held every two years, this year, the 1500 runners aged eight upwards, included 67 teams and 37 dogs, with their owners, and was attended by approximately 3500 spectators.

The 5K race started at 12 noon from the Gerrards Cross Memorial Centre, followed local roads and finished on East Common. The race was chip timed with, for the first time this year, runners receiving a text message telling them their finishing time so lots of PBs were achieved.

Following the race, runners and spectators gathered on East Common and wandered amongst the many stalls, manned by the local business Gold Sponsors. These included a rowing challenge, guess the name of a puppy, donkey rides and Beat the Goalie, plus children’s sprints for four to nine-year-olds. The BBQ filled hungry tummies with locally-sourced meats and veggie options. Not forgetting the Pimms and Beer tent, and, of course, afternoon tea! At 12.45 12 June 2018

The Gold Sponsors of The Gerrards Cross Fun Run gathered at The Memorial Centre, Gerrards Cross, for a group photo prior to the BIG EVENT!

These local businesses are crucial to the success of The Gerrards Cross Fun Run and Family Day. the live music started with four local bands playing something for everyone to enjoy and the festival began!

Who needs Glastonbury!

The event would not be possible without the continued support of the wonderful and generous local businesses. Our sponsors work with us, the Organising Team, to build interest, advertise, and encourage participation within their own company and the wider community.

These businesses provide financial or service support which has enabled the GX Fun Run to become the biggest event in the local area, bringing individuals, families, businesses and organisations together to create a special day for the community.

Not only does the GX Fun Run provide entertainment and exercise, it also raises money for local charities.

The chosen charities for this year are Medical Detection

Dogs – Reg. Number 1124533 and National Society for Epilepsy – Reg. Number 206186.

Both these charities are local worthwhile organisations where our donations will really make a difference.

The Organising Team will report the amount raised in the July issue of GX Local as, at time of writing, the final amount has not been reconciled.

Go to gxfunrun.org.uk for photos and more information about the day GERRARDS CROSS FUN RUN ORGANISING TEAM WOULD LIKE TO GIVE A HUGE THANK YOU TO ALL OUR SPONSORS AS WELL AS EVERYONE WHO RAN, WALKED, CLAPPED, CHEERED, VOLUNTEERED, JOINED IN THE FUN AND MADE THE DAY SUCH A SUCCESS

SEE YOU IN 2020!

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UNDERSTANDING PROPERTY TAX CHANGES… Individuals that own and let residential property have been facing a number of changes over the last few years to the way in which their rental income, and more importantly, the deductions they can make from their rents for income tax purposes.

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HEALTH

Health Screenings: What’s Available? creening programmes are designed to identify health problems at an early stage, and the NHS offers many free screening programmes, beginning before we’re born.

Pregnancy and post-natal screenings If you’re pregnant, you will usually be offered a blood test for hepatitis B, HIV and syphilis before you’re ten weeks pregnant. Early treatment reduces the risk of passing infection to your baby.

You’ll also be offered screening for thalassaemia and sometimes sickle cell disease before ten weeks, as it’s important to establish whether you’re a carrier.

Screenings for your unborn baby • 8-14 weeks: a ‘dating scan’.

This ultrasound checks your baby’s development and will confirm your due date and if you’re expecting more than one baby.

• 10-14 weeks: screening for Down’s syndrome, Patau’s syndrome and Edwards’ syndrome. This combines a blood test with an ultrasound scan and can be done alongside your dating scan.

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before 3 months of age.

Screening for teens and adults Diabetics aged 12 and over: The annual diabetic eye test checks for early signs of damage to blood vessels in the retina.

Women aged 25-64: Cervical screening (a ‘smear test’) detects changes that can be an early sign of cancer.

Women aged 25-49 are screened every three years; women aged 50-64, every five years.

Over 40s: You may be invited for a general health check every five years.

Women aged 50-70: Breast screening via a mammogram can detect early signs of breast cancer. Women over 70 can self-refer.

Over 55s: In some areas, bowel scope screening to detect bowel cancer is offered.

60 to 74-year-olds: Every two years, you’ll be sent a home testing kit called the faecal occult blood (FOB) test. This detects blood in your stool, which indicates further testing is required.

Men at age 65: Abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) screening can detect dangerous swelling in the aorta.

Men over 65 can self-refer.

Screening Could Save Your Life Although NHS screenings are offered to everyone eligible, it’s

your choice whether to have them. Screenings and their results can cause anxiety and give rise to difficult decisions, especially where pregnancy screenings are concerned.

There may be a small risk of false negatives and positives, and more tests may be required.

However, remember that an hour or less spent at a screening could save your life (or that of a loved one).

Diagnosing and treating conditions swiftly is the best way to reduce their impact and prevent them from becoming more severe.

More Information While private health companies advertise additional screenings, some aren’t recommended by the UK National Screening Committee, as it isn’t clear that their benefits outweigh the harm they may cause. For more information, see the NSC’s leaflet on private screening: www.gov.uk/government/publications/leaflet-thinking-of-having-a-private-screening-test/ private-screening-importantfacts.

To find out more about screenings and their pros and cons, you can read this NHS-recommended leaflet from Sense about Science, entitled Making Sense of Screening, available here: senseaboutscience.org/wpcontent/uploads/2016/11/ Makingsenseofscreening.pdf.

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HISTORY

How We Fell in Love with Perfume he word perfume is derived from the Latin per fumum, meaning ‘through smoke’.

This is possibly because the perfumes of ancient civilisations were often incense-based. Today, true perfumes are a distillation of a certain percentage of oils in alcohol, with eau de toilette and eau de cologne being diluted versions.

Although the Romans were well-known to be very fastidious in their toilet habits, perfume very much pre-dates them.

Used significantly across Asian cultures, it is believed perfume may have originated in Arabia – still sometimes described as ‘the land of perfumes’.

The perfume formulas of a female Mesopotamian chemist known as Tapputi-Bellatekalim have been translated from a three-thousand-year-old tablet written in ancient cuneiform script.

In the ancient world, perfumes were much more than just pleasant smells – they were also revered. The Bible refers to a sacred perfume, only allowed to be used by priests, that was made from myrrh, cinnamon, cassia and sweet cane, and the ancient Egyptians believed perfume was ‘the sweat of the gods’.

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would be spiritually anointed with different oils for every part of their body.

In 2004, the oldest evidence of perfume was discovered with the remains of a Bronze Age perfume ‘factory’ unearthed in Cyprus.

It is thought that 13th century Crusaders brought back perfume from Palestine, and its use was eagerly taken up by Europe’s nobility.

The Sun King Louis XIV, who ruled France from 1643-1715, loved perfume so much that his palace became known as ‘the perfume court’.

One of his favourite perfumes, used to fragrance his shirts, was called Aqua Angeli (‘water of angels’) and consisted of, amongst other ingredients, nutmeg, cloves, jasmine, orange flowers, musk and aloe wood, all boiled in rose petal water.

During this time, France became a force in Europe for the manufacture and supply of fine perfumes, and Grasse in southern France, renowned for its natural variety of flowers, was a leading supplier.

In England, where sanitation was also abysmal and disease rife, perfumes were not only

worn; they were also kept inside jewellery and the heads of canes to be inhaled by the wearer for health-giving properties and to ward off illness.

As well as essential oils from flowers and plants, ingredients for perfume were also derived from animal excretions. Castor was extracted from beavers, musk from male deer and ambergris from the sperm whale.

In the 1800s, synthetic fragrances made an appearance, their less expensive ingredients allowing for the first mass marketing of perfumes, thus launching famous companies that are still around today such as Coty and Guerlain.

Then in 1921, Chanel created her signature scent, Chanel No. 5, with the help of Grasse parfumier Ernest Beaux who had made perfumes for the Russian royal family. Under her direction, he gave her numbered samples to choose from – the rest is history.

Today our love of perfume remains undiminished and fragrances are popular with both men and women. But one thing hasn’t changed in that, even used daily, perfume is still viewed as a gloriously indulgent and luxury item – pure olfactory pleasure in a bottle.

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HELP FOR YOU

Bad things only happen to other people.... or do they? ne of the most important documents for anyone to have and keep up to date is a Will.

Statistics say that 60% of the population have still not ‘got round to’ making a Will and of the 40% that have, a large percentage have made their Wills many years ago and they do not take account of recent legislation or changing values, eg property price increases.

Statistics show that the increased survival rate from illnesses and generally healthy improvements in our lifestyles mean that in the main people are living longer and are therefore more likely to need

a Lasting Power of Attorney put in place, sooner rather than later, in case of mental or physical incapacity at some point in their lives. This is a document which can save a great deal of hassle and expense for the family of a loved one who loses capacity through illness or suddenly through an accident.

No one likes to think about their own demise, or that of anyone close to them, or that they or members of their family may become incapacitated through illness or accident – it’s not a topic people want to dwell on – but it is a fact that everyone at some point in time will go through a bereavement, many will suffer and have the need for a Lasting Power of Attorney and eventually... well, no one lives forever.

These matters should not be ignored, or treated as fatalistic – no one ever died from making a Will! No one ever lost mental capacity from making a Lasting Power of Attorney!

Instead these documents should be treated as a logical and sensible part of everyday planning.

* You insure your house, your car, even your life, but have you made provision for your loved ones to benefit from such insurance? * Have you looked at how Inheritance Tax might affect those you leave behind? * Have you considered what might happen to your children’s inheritance if you ended up in a care home? * Is your family situation complicated in any way that might affect who inherits what? * Have you recently been bereaved and are not sure what to do about the Estate of the person who has died?

The friendly expert team at Parchment can help you with all these matters and are happy to see you for an initial half hour meeting at our office, without charge, either to review your existing documents, or advise on what documents you might need. We believe there is no substitute for face-to-face advice and guidance from a professional and we look forward to your call.

Our team at Parchment Solicitors specialise in all matters relating to Wills, Lasting Powers of Attorney, Probate and Inheritance Tax planning – as well as Conveyancing – so contact us first for advice.

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If the London Marathon has inspired you to START RUNNING, follow this ADVICE for staying injury free from Mr Rishi Chana, ORTHOPAEDIC SURGEON, practicing at Spire Thames Valley hospital There are many benefits to running… it’s a very efficient way to get fit and lose weight, it’s inexpensive and can be social if you want. Plus, it’s great for relieving stress.

If running is new to you… it’s always a good idea get some advice from your GP before you start, particularly if you have diabetes, or a heart, vascular or respiratory condition.

A good diet is essential… make sure you are getting plenty of calcium and vitamin D for good bone health. Caffeine has been shown to help with fatigue and pain, and eating carbohydrates will help you release energy slowly and steadily. Also make sure you are getting plenty of sleep. It’s vital for muscle building and rejuvenation Set a training schedule… your starting distance will depend on your level of fitness. Once you’ve started, you can follow the 10 per cent rule and build up your distances by no more than 10 per cent per week. This will help you to stay injury free.

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sessions throughout the week, ensuring that you include rest days in your schedule.

Add in some different aerobic activities… such as swimming, cycling and cross training to prevent burnout from running. Also make sure you run on a variety of different surfaces, not just the road, as this will help to take the repetitive stress out of the thigh bone.

Don’t ignore an injury… running through it will just make it worse. If you develop pain in the upper thigh and cannot hop on one leg, you may have a stress fracture and need to stop running and see a sports doctor. If you have groin, hip or knee pain after warming down and resting seek advice.

Stick to what your body knows… if you’re planning a long run or taking part in a competitive race don’t be tempted to try some new kit on the day. Wearing a pair of new trainers for example could cause blisters and lead to tendon injuries.

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Taking Care of Your Ears and Hearing Looking after your ears and hearing should be an important part of your general healthcare and wellbeing. Hearing allows you to remain socially active and able to participate fully in work and home life. We do not hesitate to get our eyesight and dental health checked regularly and the same should apply to hearing healthcare.

Aston Hearing has been providing a clinical ear care service for over 6 years and in that time a considerable number of serious ear conditions have been picked up at an early stage. These include Sudden Sensorineural Hearing Loss, Glue Ear and Acoustic Neuromas to name a few.

Clinical ear care includes the visual inspection of the outer ear, ear canal and ear drum using a microscope and video otoscope. This allows you to see the condition of your ear before and after treatment. Often a build-up of ear wax or debris in the ear canal is visible and is impacting on your hearing. This can be carefully and safely removed using a gentle microsuction technique.

Microsuction is a quick, comfortable, precise and effective method for removing ear wax. As it doesn’t use water, the procedure is suitable for everyone including those with ear drum perforations or a history of infections. It also avoids the need for prolonged application of oil preparations before treatment.

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Microsuction is useful for clearing infected ears so that prescribed topical treatment can be more successful and aids the healing process by removing debris from the ear to prevent reinfection.

If you are experiencing any discomfort or suspect you may have ear wax problems you should seek the help of a trained professional. You should never attempt to clear your ears by poking anything into your ear. You risk damaging your ear drum and may force wax or particulates deeper into the ear canal. Audiologists regularly see foreign objects pushed into the ear canal as people try ‘self help’ techniques with pencils, cotton buds, pen lids etc.

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Botox..It has many medical uses Q & A section Q: I have a mole which has changed.. what should I look for to understand if it’s serious

Botulinum toxin, or Botox, is best known for its use in the cosmetic industry, to treat fine lines and wrinkles, with fantastic results in medically experienced hands.

It was in 1987 that a Canadian doctor couple, Doctors Jean and Alistair Carruthers, noticed the positive effect it had on lines around the eyes when they used Botox to help a common eye condition called blepharospasm.

What you may not know is that doctors have been using Botox for some time to treat a variety of medical conditions.

Migraine When intricately placed in various locations around the forehead, scalp and neck, certain types of migraine can be treated, with significant results. Safe, effective and accessible treatment.

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Excessive sweating (hyperhidrosis) We treat underarm sweating with delicately placed injections in the armpits.

Highly effective and relatively painless, the treatments can be effective for 3-9 months or even longer. In more special circumstances we use Botox in the hands and feet too.

Muscle Spasm Particularly in the neck, but also in the limbs of those affected by conditions like cerebral palsy, large quantities of Botox, even in young children, much more than that used for cosmetic treatments, are directly injected into the muscle to relax it, relieve pain and help stiffness.

A: Hi, this is a very common question. There are so many factors to consider and I would always suggest a glance at a website like NHS choices for more info.

In short I tend to classify a changing mole by the following criteria, I call it the “S” classification. Site, Size, Surface, Surrounds, and Symptoms. Any specific changes with these signs warrant the attention of a Doctor.

There are lots of other uses too from bladder issues to disorders around the eye.

So in summary think of Botox as a prescription drug, it can only be prescribed by doctors or certain types of specialist nurse. In addition to its fantastic cosmetic results, doctors have wide experience of dealing with this drug in the medical setting.

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LOCAL BUSINESS

Why choose SMART repairs? he benefits of SMART repairs are that they are usually cheaper than going to a bodyshop, because only a small area has to be repaired.

Don’t be put off by the low price – it doesn’t mean you get a low quality job; SMART repairs are just cheaper to carry out.

There’s no need to pay for the whole side of your car’s body panels to be painted because of a dent in your door or a scratched bumper.

They are also quick, and if you use a mobile SMART repair service they can come to you and fix your car at your home or work, so there’s hardly any inconvenience. SMART repairs

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are always completed on the same day as they’re started.

Car dealerships use SMART repair companies rather than going through their own bodyshops, saving them time and getting the car back on the forecourt in a day.

Another major benefit of SMART repairs is that due to the lower cost you might choose not to make a claim through your insurance as repair are often less than your excess. This means that you will not lose your No Claim Discount.

alternative to going through a dealership or paying for expensive bodyshop services.

If you need to sort out any damage to your car it’s a good idea to weigh up your options, and choose the best one for you and your finances.

SMART repairs can be a good

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GARDENING

Creative Containers olourful containers are a welcome sight in any garden, and pots, planters and troughs can transform a dull back yard or a gloomy terrace or patio. Plus, wacky and more unusual planters can easily be created with a little imagination and ingenuity.

Plastic flower pots can be transformed by wrapping them in hessian. Available in a range of colours from classic pale brown to reds, greens and blues, it’s weather-tolerant and tough but looks great.

Plastic pots are more exciting with a bit of planting around the sides, so cut holes just over an inch in diameter at regular intervals around the sides to create a planter perfect for small bedding plants. Fill with compost to the base of the lowermost holes, add plants through the holes, add more compost to the next layer of holes and continue upwards, finishing off with plenty of colour on the top.

An old wellington boot makes a stylish planter.

Fill the foot and ankle area with gravel or grit for drainage, add compost and plant up the top.

Acrylic paints can jazz up a boring pair of wellies, but make sure the paint is dry before you start planting.

Acrylic paints are ideal to colour a boring or discoloured container. Use a single colour to match existing garden features, or the colour of your front door or window frames, or design a pattern of wild, fantastic colours for a plantedup art gallery.

Old gardening, walking or work boots have planting potential too, and because they have heavier soles and are lower to the ground they are useful in a less-sheltered place. Plant up with bright bedding, or for a long-term display use a few house-leeks or sempervivums – their fleshy rosettes of leaves in shades of green and purple look great!

Mosaic tiles from your local craft or hobby store can be used to cover a container, or if time is short to just make a mosaic rim. Use rich colours to make a Moroccan style pot.

An old kitchen or bathroom sink can be put to good use; either remove the plug to provide drainage or fix it firmly in place with sealant to make a miniature water garden.

Protect it when winter comes by placing it in a frost-free spot, unless you use the grouting adhesive used for swimming pools to make it more weather resistant.

I’ve even seen a loo cistern packed full of trailing plants including blue and white lobelia and trailing silvery foliage plants. The mass of blue, white and silver made a great waterfall of colour from an otherwise boring water closet.

Old tyres filled with compost make ideal planters, and can be stacked to make deeper versions. Trailing flowers – such as trailing geraniums – cascading over the edges give a really striking effect.

An aged wheelbarrow is great for a larger display or permanent planting. If there are no holes in the pan of the barrow, place a layer of gravel or stones in the base so that the compost does not become waterlogged.

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BIRD OF THE MONTH

Sparrow s well as being present in our gardens, these little birds have managed to colonise most of the world.

Feeding on seeds and scraps they are happy to rummage around in rubbish and wait near cafes and other popular areas in the hope of grabbing some passing crumbs.

They feed and breed near to people and are noisy little birds, although their call is not overly distinct.

You’d be hard pressed to find someone who doesn’t recognise these birds though.

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BOOK REVIEW

Lazy Days Wish List Planning to stock up on books for lazy days in the sun? Add these to your wish list…

picture book and as a young readers’ book, so do make sure you order the right version!

The Trick to Time – Kit De Waal Mona leads a quiet life in a seaside town – making her dolls, visiting the carpenter and helping grieving mothers. But how did she get here? What happened to the spirited young woman who set out seeking adventure, and the man she fell in love with?

A beautiful read with engaging characters that covers issues as diverse as grief, immigration, mental illness and love.

Now You See Her – Heidi Perks Charlotte only took her eyes off the little girl for a few minutes but when she doesn’t turn up, Charlotte is ostracised by the community and blamed by the media.

And, of course, the little girl’s mother is never going to forgive her. But then the two women come under police investigation and something isn’t quite as it seems. A tension-filled thriller, with plenty of twists and turns.

Finding Gobi – Dion Leonard This is the story of ultramarathon runner Dion Leonard and the small stray dog that joined him on his 155 -mile race through the Gobi Desert. Dion becomes determined to offer the dog a home, but there’s an awful lot of red tape to get through, and then the dog disappears. This Sunday Times bestseller has also been rewritten as a

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The Possible World – Liese O’Halloran Schwarz After his mother is killed, sixyear-old Ben tells people that his real name is Leo, and that he has another mother. But no one believes him. Doctor Lucy is struggling to come to terms with her marriage breakup when she first meets the little boy. Clare is approaching her 100th birthday and decides to tell someone the story of her life before it’s too late.

Three separate characters, whose stories (past, present or future) are interlinked. A thoroughly enjoyable read.

Kate Duggan

Modern Women: 52 Pioneers – Kira Cochrane Modern Women is a celebration of some of the women who have shaped society and changed lives. Women such as Tegla Loroupe, who grew up with 24 siblings and half-siblings in Kenya, went on to win numerous marathons, and now runs a sports training programme for refugees. Activists, athletes, filmmakers and even a circus strongwoman make up the 52. You’ll read about well-known women as well as women who have been all but forgotten. In each case Cochrane has managed to unearth something new and inspiring. A fascinating read you’ll want to dip into time and time again.

May fall Things Bright and Strange – James Markert In the wake of WWI, Ellsworth Newberry is grieving for his wife and just wants to be left alone.

But when a strange chapel is unearthed in the woods, Ellsworth may be the only one who can lead his community in a fight against an unknown, unseen enemy.

Part Christian fiction, part horror, part historical fiction, All Things Bright and Strange starts strongly, but gets lost a little bit along the way.

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RECIPE

Oast Salmon with Tomato and Asparagus Tagliatelle his light summery supper is on the table in less than 30 minutes – perfect when you don’t want to spend hours in the kitchen. If you prefer, replace the salmon with pieces of cod loin or smoked haddock fillets.

Serves 4 Ready in 20 minutes

Ingredients • 4 x 175g pieces salmon fillet • Salt and freshly ground black pepper • 1 tbsp lemon juice • 2 tbsp olive oil • 250g cherry tomatoes • 2 garlic cloves, peeled and thinly sliced • 250g tagliatelle (see Tip) • 150g asparagus tips • 1 tbsp freshly chopped flat-leaf parsley • Lemon wedges to serve

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1. Preheat the oven to 200°C, 4. Add the roast cherry fan 180°C, gas mark 6.

Place the salmon on a lightly oiled shallow roasting tin. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper and drizzle over the lemon juice.

2. Place the cherry tomatoes

in a bowl and add half of the oil and the garlic. Toss gently to coat. Place in the roasting tin around the salmon. Roast for 12-15 minutes until the salmon is just cooked through and the tomatoes have softened.

3. Meanwhile cook the

tagliatelle in a pan of lightly salted boiling water for 8-10 minutes or according to the packet instructions. Add the asparagus tips to the pan for the final 3 minutes.

Drain well. Return to the pan.

tomatoes and the remaining olive oil to the tagliatelle and asparagus and toss together. Season to taste with salt and freshly ground black pepper.

5. Divide the pasta between

four warmed plates. Top with the roasted salmon, sprinkle with the chopped parsley and serve with the lemon wedges.

Tip You can use any long thin pasta for this dish; spaghetti or linguine would work just as well.

If you use fresh pasta the cooking time will be reduced – just follow the instructions on the pack.

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TECHNOLOGY

Here Comes Summer: Tech For Outdoor Living t’s amazing to think that we were still getting snow back in March: just weeks later and it’s June, which even the UK usually manages to get through without any blizzards. Who knows, we might even get a long hot summer this time – and if we do, technology is happy to help.

If you’re planning to party on the summer equinox, the longest day of the year, it’s worth getting some longlasting gadgets such as the UE Boom 2 portable speaker.

It’s loud but not too loud, portable but not too small, and it’s waterproof because it’s sold in Britain. At around £93 it’s pricier than many but is solid, sounds great and is well made – plus the battery lasts for 15 hours of tunes from a single charge. It’s a really great speaker for outdoor entertaining.

Philips Hue smart bulbs

We love the Thermapen instant read thermometer (around £50) but for an even more high-tech option there are Bluetooth-enabled meat thermometers that send readings to your smartphone so you don’t even need to lift the lid. Weber’s excellent iGrill 3 (£89.99) is one of the best around, but there are more affordable options too.

available for a lot less than Philips chargers and we’d expect the same to happen with outdoor lighting too.

Don’t try and cut corners with normal Hue bulbs in standard lamp fittings unless those fittings are large and properly waterproof. They might not work anyway: your home’s exterior walls may block the connection between the lights and the Hue hub, which has to be connected to your internet router.

Sadly, living in the UK means even a warm day doesn’t stay too warm for long, and many of us turn to outdoor heating.

Thermapen meat thermometer UE Boom 2 portable speaker

If you’re barbecuing, technology can help. The superb Looftlighter (around £45 on eBay or £55 in the shops) can ensure charcoal lights instead of smokes, and a BBQ thermometer can make sure food is properly cooked.

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There’s a new entry in the outdoor lighting market: Philips, which has brought its Hue smart lighting system to gardens too. We love Hue for its ability to create all kinds of light “recipes” and effects and to do so from a phone or tablet, and you can now mix 16 million different colours outdoors too. The catch, inevitably, is cost: the wall-mountable Lily spotlight is about £260 and the pedestal lamp around £125. It might be worth waiting for rivals to follow Philips’ lead: Hue-style indoor bulbs are widely

Don’t buy a heater that heats the air; it’s a waste of money, because most of the energy goes on heating the air nobody’s actually in. Gas heaters are the least efficient: consider a modern infra-red (not near-infra-red) electric heater, which heats the surfaces it’s pointed at (including people), or a halogen one if you don’t want to spend a few hundred pounds. A good tabletop or free-standing halogen heater doesn’t cost too much to buy or run – about 9p per kilowatt hour, with heaters starting at around £39 – but make sure your seating area is sheltered as a stiff breeze can undo the work of any outdoor heater.

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MOTORING

Should you buy an automatic car?

Pros and cons explained

James Baggot

ritish motorists traditionally favoured manual gearboxes, but automatics are increasingly popular.

Tom Wiltshire explains everything you need to know.

Though early automatic gearboxes tended to dent performance, fuel economy and driving pleasure, times have moved on, and the modern automatic can sometimes be a better choice than the manual gearbox.

Some performance automatics can actually beat the manuals off the line, while the cashconscious may enjoy lower CO2 emissions and higher fuel economy. A good automatic transmission also makes for a relaxing drive, giving your left leg a rest and letting the car do the work.

Always test drive a car, however, as there are still awful automatic gearboxes out there. Automatics tend to be more expensive to buy, and much more expensive to repair if they go wrong.

Here’s our guide to the different types of automatic gearbox available today.

Torque converter/traditional auto Though now much refined and improved, these automatics have been available since the 1940s, and use a fluid-filled coupling in place of a traditional clutch.

Torque converter automatics tend to offer very smooth shifts, making for a comfortable ride.

They can be slow to pick up, though. However, modern units – such as the ZF box fitted to dozens of high performance cars 44 June 2018

– offer no discernible penalty to performance or economy.

Dual-clutch gearbox

The dual-clutch gearbox uses a pair of robotised clutches working together to provide lightning-fast shifts, making them ideal for sports cars.

There’s no real penalty in performance or economy, but at low speeds in stop-start traffic dual-clutch boxes can be jerky and unpleasant. Early units can be unreliable and costly to repair.

Manufacturers have different names for them – the Volkswagen group use DSG, Porsche PDK, Renault EDC, Hyundai and Kia DCT – but fundamentally they all work the same way.

CVT

Standing for ‘continuously variable transmission’, CVTs do not have standard ‘gears’.

Instead, an infinitely changeable single ratio theoretically ensures correct gearing for maximum power or economy, depending on conditions.

Around since the 1950s, the CVT box can be incredibly economical when driven carefully. However, they can provide a somewhat disconnected feel to the car – and attempts at rapid acceleration are usually met by spiralling engine revs and lots of noise. Their

smoothness and variable nature makes them ideal in a hybrid car.

Automated manual transmission

Cheap, easy to install and lightweight, these gearboxes leave existing clutch and gearbox operations in place, but simply robotise the action.

Automated manuals are often despised, can be horrifically jerky, and dawdle under hard acceleration. In fact, automated manual transmissions have ruined a fair few cars, so are probably best avoided.

Electric vehicle

Electric cars don’t technically have a transmission, but are worth looking at if you’re considering an automatic car.

They act almost identically in most conditions, with two pedals and no gears to shift, but also have a totally smooth and silent powertrain and zero tailpipe emissions.

EVs aren’t ideal for everyone – you’ll need somewhere to charge, and if you regularly do longer trips you’ll definitely need some form of combustion engine. However, if your circumstances suit, you could be a convert to the electric lifestyle.

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Keeping your dog safe in the water this summer wimming is a fun activity for your dog, and one which can be extremely beneficial for their overall health.

In the heat of summer, however, it comes into its own by cooling them down and helping them to avoid the risk of heat stroke to which dogs are prone.

So what should you do to make sure they’re safe in the water, and that swimming is fun rather than frightening?

Stay in the shallows at first

Letting your dog play in shallow waters helps them to acclimatise and gain confidence if they’re relatively new to swimming.

Be aware of undercurrents

It’s easy for your dog to be swept out further than you’d like if there are tidal undercurrents on your stretch of beach. Fast-flowing rivers and streams also pose a danger in this respect, even if your dog’s a strong swimmer.

Provide fresh water to drink

Drinking lake or river water can result in an upset stomach due to the bacteria and parasites that are often present, so it’s a good idea to take some fresh drinking water with you.

Don’t let them get too tired

Swimming is tiring for your dog, so watch out for signs that they’re flagging. They may start to panic and flounder in the water, especially if they’re novice swimmers. It’s possible to buy life jackets for dogs, which give them confidence in the water if they’re a little unsure. www.passpawt.com/safety-tips-for-swimmingwith-your-dog/ www.petfinder.com/dogs/living-with-your-dog/ summer-time-fun-on-the-water-keep-your-dogs-safe/ www.vetstreet.com/dr-marty-becker/keep-yourdog-safe-in-the-water-this-summer

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Marjorie Nash Cat Rescue lthough kittens are cute you never know how their characters will develop, the tiny ball of fluff may become a cat who would rather do their own thing than spend time with you or cuddle up on a lap!

We have older cats whose characters we know and would be only to pleased to have a lap to sit on. One is Chloe, her owner passed away leaving her homeless at 15 years, she has been languishing in a pen in the cattery for months, very sad as life passes her by. If you could offer her a home

for her twilight years the charity will pay her vet bills. Please call Pat on 01494 722279 if you can help.

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Kerry White at South Bucks RSPCA

re you an animal lover? Do you want a companion that will love you forever?

There are many reasons for having a pet, they are fun, loving and give so much pleasure. The RSPCA currently has a high demand of cats and kittens, dogs, and rabbits and other small animas awaiting their forever home.

Please do get in contact if you can offer one of these lovely animals a home and find out more information on our website.

Please check out the website for our other animals up for rehoming.

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To offer a home or for further information on small animals, please call 01494 863009, for cats and dogs 0845 3707526 or check the website for further details.

Did you know you can now sponsor our animals?

• You can sponsor dogs, cats or small animals for yourself, or as a gift for someone else.

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• To sponsor our dogs it is £5 a month, our cats are £4 a month and small furry animals £3 a month • Please check out the South Bucks RSPCA website for more information

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LOCAL CLUBS, GROUPS & CLASSES

Local Clubs & Groups in your area Active Bucks Yoga I run 2 yoga classes in the Bucks area on behalf of Active Bucks. This initiative is set up to get more people across the county active, some of it in outdoor, green spaces. The first is an outdoor yoga class every Monday 12pm-1pm Iver Environment Centre. Colne Valley Regional Park, Slough Rd, Iver Heath, Iver SL0 0EB. The second is in the pretty village of Hedgerley also on Monday’s 2pm-3pm.

Hedgerley Memorial Hall. Kiln Lane. Hedgerley.

SL2 3UU. I also run a variety of private and public classes, corporate and one-to-one classes in Slough and Eton. Please contact Meena for more information on any of these classes. 07917 207510. meenakalsi@hotmail.com Beaconsfield Film Society Screens films twice a month at weekends. Go online to view the full programme, how to become a member, and our “try before you buy” option www.beaconsfieldfilmsociety.com Breakfast Rotary Club (aka Misbourne Matins) The club meets every Wednesday for breakfast 7.30-8.30am at The Bull Hotel, Oxford Rd, Gerrards Cross SL9 7PA. For details on meetings and all our many activities see our website www.misbournematins.org or contact our Membership Secretary 01753 889145 Breeze 2 Health New Zumba classes. Sundays 4pm & Mondays 10.30am with Tracey. Call 01753 891817 to book Tessa Templetons’s School of Bridge We run Beginners & Revision classes and play sessions at Chalfont St Peter Community Centre.

Monday & Thursday duplicate sessions 1:30 – 4:30pm. For more details contact Tessa on 01753 885004 or email tessa@tessabridge.co.uk www.tessabridge.co.uk

Chesham Lane, Chalfont St Peter SL9 0RJ. Contact Mike Saunders on 07747 476827 or email msaunders1939@googlemail.com Chalfont Common WI Would you like to join other inspiring women?

We are a group of about 60 women of varying ages, interests and opinions, who meet monthly (at the Tony Graham Room, Chalfont St Peter Community Centre, on the first Thursday of each month at 7.30 for 7.45pm) for a meeting where there is always an interesting speaker, some discussion and some laughs.

There are also frequent coffee mornings, book groups, activities and outings.

If you think you might like to find out more, come along, or call one of us for a chat – Sheila (on 01753 884834), or Chris (on 01494 872133) Chalfont Concert Wind Band Local friendly community band. We meet at Robertswood School, Denham Lane, Chalfont St Peter SL9 OEW. Rehearsals are held on Mondays: Training Band from 18:3019:30, and Main Band from 19.45-21.45. Visit www.chalfontwindband.co.uk or call 07810 648702 Chalfont Line Dance Club welcomes all new dancers and experienced dancers. We meet every Wednesday morning 9.30am–12.00pm and Thursday evenings 7.15pm-10.15pm (absolute beginners 7.00pm) at the Chalfont St Peter Community Centre.

Contact Christina 01494 265962 or 07952815076 (Thursday) or Pat 01628 532173 or 07880344288 (Wednesday) www.chalfontlinedanceclub.com Chalfont Monday Badminton Club At Chalfont Leisure Centre from 8-10.15pm every Monday except bank holidays. Come and see us.

For more details call Nick on 01753 890625 or Ellen on 01753 880276

The Chalfonts and Gerrards Cross Camera Club Club meetings are held in the Garden Room, The Memorial Centre, Gerrards Cross at 7.45pm each Thursday, Sept to June. A specialist ‘Digi Group’, provides technical advice to members, meets in the Memorial Centre on the third Wednesday of each month. For details contact David Durrant 07791 691 896 or James Torr 01753 629 493

Chalfont St.giles 60+ Fitness & Social Club We meet every Friday from 2-4pm in the Scout Hall. We have 1 hour of various exercises, then a cup of tea, followed by either Board Games, Darts, Table Tennis or Walking Netball. We are always looking for new activities. The cost is £3.00 per session inc.tea. Contact Karoline if you would like to join us - lambkaroline3@gmail.com

Chalfont Saints Activity Group The Club, founded in 1988, provides football for all boys and girls aged 5-18yrs, mini-soccer to 11-a-side. We have 1st class grass pitches, astro pitch training, qualified coaches and clubhouse cafe. We meet at NSE Centre,

Chalfont St.Giles Tennis Club Very friendly village Club with 3 new courts plus Mini Tennis Court and hitting wall welcomes new member of all ages and abilities. Contact Mark on 07962392828 for further info

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LOCAL CLUBS, GROUPS & CLASSES Chalfont St Peter Community Centre Gravel Hill, Chalfont St. Peter SL9 9QX. Hall and Meeting Rooms available. Call 01753 885778 or visit www.cspcc.org.uk, email info@cspcc.org.uk Monday-Friday 9am-12pm Chalfont St Peter Fitness Classes Total Body Conditioning Classes Mon 9.30am crèche available Fun Combo Aerobics/core Fri 9.30am créche available Zumba Fitness Classes Tues 9am crèche available Zumba Fitness Classes Mon 6.30pm Call Trisha 07768 347750 trisha_duffy41@hotmail.com for further info. All pay as u go.

Chalfont St Peter Garden Club (Affiliated to the RHS) The garden club holds monthly talks covering many interesting topics on the third Wednesday of the month at 8pm at the Parish Church Hall CSP. Members also have exclusive access to our garden supplies hut, receive a monthly newsletter and can go on our coach trips to gardens and houses. We also hold an annual summer show. New members welcomed. For more details call 01895 234609 or visit www.gardenclub.org.uk

Chalfont St Peter and Gerrards Cross History Society A history society. We meet at 8pm the Memorial Centre, East Common, Gerrards Cross, SL9 7AD on the last Friday of the month, from September to March (not Dec). Contact Barbara 01753 883523 or email barbara@lyddiatt.co.uk Chalfont St Peter Royal British Legion Based at Nicol Road. Welcomes new members.

Regular entertainment. Bingo nights etc. For details ring 01753 885252 Chalfont St Peter Tennis Club A friendly local club with a thriving adult and junior membership. Weekly coaching sessions for all ages. Contact Angela Cranston email: membership@chalfontstpetertennisclub.co.uk www.chalfontstpetertennisclub.co.uk Only £99 for new adult members.

Chalfont St Peter Trefoil Guild For anyone who in the past has been involved with, or has a interest in, Guides/Brownies.

Meetings on the first Wednesday of every month (except January) from 2pm-4pm in The Guide Hut, Lansdown Road, Chalfont St Peter. Ring Janet 01494 876413 for details Chalfont St Peter Youth Centre Tithe Barn, Sandy Rise, Chalfont St Peter Monday, School year 7, 7.00-8.30pm Wednesday, School years 9-11, 7.30-9.30pm Thursday, School year 8, 7.30-9.00pm.

See www.cspyouthcentre.org.uk or call 01753 883712 Chalfont St Peter Youth Centre Thu: Stories and Craft on the Mobile Bus 10:30-11:30 Chalfont St Giles Blizzards Car Park Fri: Stay and Play on the Mobile Bus 13:30-15:00

Chalfont St Peter Community Centre For details contact Michelle Els on 07824 527922 Chiltern Hundreds Supper Club Meets on 2nd Thursday of month in Beaconsfield Old Town for a meal followed by a speaker.

Contact Kate 01494 671508 or email: chiltern100supperclub@gmail.com Circuit Training in Chalfont St Peter Come and try for free! Lovel End Infant School, Lovel Road. Every Mon and Wed at 7pm. Call Scott on 07732 810 928 / 01494 432432 email scott@core-fitness.co.uk.

Visit www.core-fitness.co.uk Dance Chalfont Latin & Ballroom Dancing for Adults Improver’s Social Class - Every Tuesday 9-10pm, Jubilee Hall, Seer Green, Beaconsfield HP9 2QJ six week courses - call for start dates and fees. For more information please contact: dancechalfont@ yahoo.co.uk or call Sarah on 07730 523726. I.D.T.A. qualified.

Fulmer Cricket Club A friendly village cricket club playing competitive, non-league games every Saturday and Sunday from April to September. New players of all abilities always very welcome. Come and find out more. www.fulmercricketclub.com www.facebook.com/pages/Fulmer-Cricket-Club/ twitter.com/FulmerCricket Accord Community Choir Free to join, no audition required. Members both male and female span a wide age range from across South Bucks. Lively, fun and friendly, we sing uplifting, contemporary music for various community events. No previous experience necessary. Rehearsals each Monday in term time (recommencing 12 Sept) from 7.30-9.15pm at the St James Centre, Oxford Road (A40), Gerrards Cross SL9 7DJ. See www.facebook.com/accordcommunitychoir or e-mail roo.stewart@goldhill.org The Gerrards Cross and Chalfont St Peter Rotary Club meets at The Ethorpe Hotel, 85 Packhorse Road, Gerrards Cross SL9 8HX on Thursdays 12.00 for 12.30 p.m. Please see our website www.gxrotary.org.uk for details, or contact our President Marcus Lee, telephone 01494678107.

You will be most welcome.

Gerrards Cross Bowls Club Maltmans Lane invites all beginners and experienced players Coaching and equipment available just bring flat shoes. For details contact the Secretary on 01753 887765 Gerrards Cross Bridge Club We meet Mon & Wed evenings at the Gerrards Cross Memorial Centre for duplicate bridge.

Please contact Tony Tel: 01753 644965 or email: a_reading@msn.com The Gerrards Cross Chess Club The chess club meets every Wednesday at 7.30pm, in Room 4 of the Gerrards Cross Memorial Centre.

Contact Peter Forrest 01494 677640.

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LOCAL CLUBS, GROUPS & CLASSES The Gerrards Cross Scottish Country Dancing Group We dance every Tuesday evening term-time from 7.30 to 10.00 at the Memorial Centre, East Common, in Gerrards Cross. We welcome beginners. First week is free.

Gerrards Cross Computer Club An informal, friendly self-help group for all computer users at all levels of experience. We meet on the second Thursday of every month, 8pm in the Memorial Centre, East Common, Gerrards Cross SL9 7AD. Call Barbara Lyddiatt 01753 883523 or email: barbara@lyddiatt.co.uk65 Gerrards Cross Conservation Volunteers The Gerrards Cross Conservation Volunteers keep the paths on the Common and the Camp clear for others to enjoy. We meet 9:30am by the Parish Council hut opposite the children’s play area on East Common Road on the 3rd Saturday of every month.

We’re finished by 1.00pm. All ages welcome. Contact Bill Collins 01753 882959.

Gerrards Cross Cricket Club Dukes Lane, Gerrards Cross SL9 7JZ. For more information visit www.gxcc.co.uk Gerrards Cross Dukes Wood Tennis Club For membership details contact Gillian Vargassoff on 01753 883469 email: gvargassoff@gmail.com or visit www.gxsc.co.uk/tennisclub The Gerrards Cross Flower Club Meets on the third Wednesday of every month (except August) at the Memorial Centre, East Common, Gerrards Cross at 2.15pm. For details contact Maureen Huxtable on 01753 884497 or Pat Cox on 01494 673613 Gerrards Cross & Chalfonts Probus Club This Club for retired men meets on the first and third Wednesdays of the month at the Gerrards Cross Memorial Centre at 10am. For details contact Stanley Vaughan on 01494 873515 or email stanley.vaughan@outlook.com Gerrards Cross Royal British Legion We meet at the Memorial Centre. We hold regular social events and new members are welcome.

For details call Chris on 01753 890690 or Ivan on 01753 886813 Gerrards Cross Scottish Country Dancing Club Meets at the Memorial Centre. On Tuesday evenings at 7.30pm (September to June) for instruction and social dancing. All levels of ability are welcome and every class starts with a period of basic tuition.

Visit our website at gxscottish.org.uk or obtain further details from Suzanne on 01923 283730 or info@gxscottish.org.uk.

Gerrards Cross Short Mat Bowls Club which meets on Thursdays at the Gerrards Cross Community Centre are looking for new members.

Further details can be obtained from Michael Jordan on 01753 886802.

GXSA (Gerrards Cross Sailing Association) We are the off season club for boating enthusiasts interested in sailing, maritime matters and anything

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that floats. We have social events, days out ashore, gatherings afloat, crewing opportunities and friendship all year round. Do come and join us. We meet for illustrated talks and a chat at Gerrards Cross Memorial Centre every Wednesday evening at 7.45pm from early October to late March. Full details on our website www.gxsa.org.uk email info@gxsa.org.uk.

GX Squash Club We are a private membership club and have two courts. Adult membership is £98pa, peak-time court is £3 for 45mins and £2 for off-peak. Visit gxsquash.org.uk or call 07947 307998 Gerrards Cross Youth Club meets at the Youth Centre, 8 East Common SL9 7AD (behind the Memorial Centre). Come along during term times: Thursday and Friday evenings.

New members, volunteers and sponsors always welcome. Please contact gxyouthclub@gmail.com or visit the website at gxyouthclub.co.uk or call 07852 898 261 for more information Gerrards Cross & Fulmer Scout group HQ in Fulmer. Contact Mark Shaw, Group Scout Leader on 01753 883102 or email scoutermark@hotmail.co.uk Gerrards Cross Lawn Tennis Club One of the largest tennis clubs in the county, boasting 18 courts with exciting tennis programme of social mix-in’s, fun competitions and Bucks leagues, group & individual coaching programmes for all ages and abilities. Fantastic for families, all abilities welcome! Just bring your racket and we sort out the rest. Check us out on www.gxltc.co.uk or @ FB/gxltc or get in touch via: info@gxltc.co.uk Gerrards Cross Personal Training Uncomfortable with training in crowded gyms and leisure centre? Train with John Hutchinson at his private gym in Gerrards Cross. Free consultation - phone John on 01753 880736 / 07976 703222, email: john@gxpersonaltraining.co.uk or visit his website: www.gxpersonaltraining.co.uk The GXCA Concert Goers Group goes every season to about 10 concerts given by the London Symphony Orchestra (LSO) with many well known conductors and soloists at the Barbican in London. There is a choice of seats in the Stalls or in the Circle at a reasonable price and include travelling in a comfortable coach from the Gerrards Cross Community Centre right to the door of the Barbican. If you are a lover of classical music and are interested in finding out more or would like to join the group please contact Marga Shaw on 01753 886511 for further information.

Women at the Gerrards Cross Community Assoc.

Meetings are held the first Wednesday of every month (except August) at 2.30pm for further details call Mrs J Mills on 01753 885762. We welcome new members join us, visitors are always welcome to attend (fees apply).

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LOCAL CLUBS, GROUPS & CLASSES Gerrards Cross And Fulmer Football Club.

A local, community based club for young people, boys and girls, from 5 to 18. Excellent facilities at King George’s Field, Fulmer Common Road, Fulmer, Bucks, SL3 6JN. The club has a few spaces left for new members – especially at U14, now training Wed eve 6 - 7pm. U6 group starts Sunday 27 Sep at 09:30 on our all-weather surface. enquiries@gxffc.co.uk.

The Gerrards Cross Running Sisters A group of friendly ladies who like to run.

For more information see our website at www.runningsisters.com or contact Adele Wilter – adele@wa-global.com Girl Guiding GX & Denham We have Rainbow Brownie and Guide units and are always looking for helpers. Meetings are held at Guide HQ in Station Road and in Denham. Contact Alison Leah, District Commissioner on 01753 883703 or email gxanddenham@yahoo.co.uk Help with Walking or Cycling from Sustrans We are a charity that aims to help people make more journeys by healthier and more sustainable means. We currently have a project running in the Gerrards Cross area to help encourage people get to the station using healthy choices. We can offer walking or cycling route planning, travel advice and can even accompany you on your first walk or cycle to the station. This is a free service. For further information please contact Misha Lund at misha.lund@sustrans.org.uk.

Hedgerley Historical Society Meet monthly at Hedgerley Memorial Hall for talks on local history and sometimes further afield. In addition special events and outings to historic sites are held throughout the year. Further details from John Lovelock 01753 647187 jdlovelock@btinternet.com Jane Moloney Yoga Teacher. Dip. FRYOG Dedicated and enthusiastic teacher specialising in teaching small groups within the Gerrards Cross and Chalfont St Peter area. Tel 07966 066331 Jo Lewis Triathlon Coach / Chalfont Triathlon Club based at Chalfont Leisure Centre, Women’s only Monday mornings and mixed group Saturday mornings. Open to all ages and abilities, motivational, interesting, and most importantly, fun and sociable. Call Jo on 07711 067513 for more information.

Lipreading and Managing Hearing Loss classes LIPREADERS HEAR BETTER - let your eyes help your ears! Do you struggle to hear in noise? Even good hearing aids can’t restore perfect hearing. Learn the basics of lipreading and communication strategies in a relaxed, fun and supportive class.

Further details: Email: judy.lipreading@gmail.com or call 07837 993923. Member of ATLA. Misbourne Art Society (founded 1972) A very friendly, relaxed and active Art Society who meet at the Chalfont St Peter Community Centre on the first Saturday of every month at 2.15pm. New members and visitors are always very

welcome. For details call 01494 873722 or 01753 884105 Senior Bridge play Daytime sessions will be organized by volunteers at Gerrards Cross Memorial Centre at low cost for older bridge players who don’t enjoy playing in large groups. Once we know who maybe interested, a day and time can be arranged.

Please apply to the Memorial Centre Office or ring 01753 883759 Silhouette Academy of Dance (est.1985) Theatre Dance Classes for children in Chalfont St Peter. Pre-School Ballet from age 2½ years. Contact Angela Simon BA Hons Dance & Movement on 01494 870510 or visit www.silhouettedance.co.uk St Joseph’s Furniture Market Open every Saturday morning 9am-12.30pm behind St Joseph’s Church. We sell all types of secondhand furniture from antique to new. All our proceeds are distributed to various charities.

Come along and pick up a bargain. Email furnituremarket@hotmail.co.uk St Peter Players We meet and perform at the Community Centre in Chalfont St Peter on a Monday during rehearsal periods and for the occasional play-reading evening. Visit www.stpeterplayers.co.uk call Tina 01753 882935 Sure Start Children’s Centre, Chalfont Tue: Twintastic 10.00-11:30 Dinky Dancers 13:45-14:30 Wed: Stay and Play 10:30-12:00.

All at CSP Youth Centre The Chalfonts Friendship Club A group for people of retirement age to meet and share company. We meet every 2nd Wednesday of the month over a meal. We also hold regular outings, theatre trips, Sunday lunches, quiz evenings, talks.

Are you alone or in need of company or know someone who is? If you are interested or know someone who might be, or if you would like further details, please contact Mary on 01494 875264 or Patricia on 01753 885 534 – all welcome Total Body Conditioning Every Thursday from 9.30-10.30am at Chalfont St Peter, Parish Hall. Pay as you go, £5 per session.

Contact Aly on 07929 169911 or e: campee@ntlworld.com Jazzercise Aerobics Dance Classes Contact Marthese 07708 275527 or jazzercise4marthese@yahoo.co.uk or visit our Website/Class Schedule and New Customer Voucher via www.facebook/JazzerciseBucks Chiltern District Welsh Society The Chiltern DistrictWelsh Society of over 100 members from Chesham to Denham, has a very varied program throughout the year ranging from trips to Wales, concerts, evening events with eminent guests, golf days, St David’s Day Dinner etc. See www.chilternwelsh.org for details.

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LOCAL CLUBS, GROUPS & CLASSES Chalfont St Peter Fitness Classes Cardio/core classes. pay as go.

Mon 9.30am & Fri 9.20am with Creche Mon 6.30pm & Tue 9am Zumba classes Fun & Friendly all welcome Pilates Mon - Friday - 07768347750 trisha_duffy41@hotmail.com Chalfont St Peter VOPAG. Older Persons Group - meets 10.00am - CstP Community Centre every 3rd Tuesday. Speaker details on website www.bucksvoice.net/vopag.

Flow Yoga At Pinewood Studios A vinyasa flow yoga class suitable for all ages and fitness levels with Gill Neivens FRYOG dip; REP’s certificate. Tuesdays 8.00 - 9.00pm. Mats and props provided. Contact Gill on 07887 888714 or gillneivens@tiscali.co.uk for further details.

Chiltern Embroidery and Textile Group Welcomes stitchers from all over South Bucks with an interest in all aspects of embroidery and creative textiles. We meet on the second Monday of the month at Tylers Green Village Hall for talks by textile artists and experts. See www.chilterntextiles.co.uk or call 01494 681696 for more details.

Movers & Shakers Gerrards Cross Methodist Church is hosting this NHS award-winning programme designed to encourage older adults to take part in gentle physical, mental and creative activities followed by a healthy lunch every Wednesday from 10.30am-1pm. Subsidised cost of £3 per head with first session FREE so that people can sample it without obligation. Further information is available on the Gerrards Cross Methodist Church website www.gxmethodist.org.uk or 07814 582282.

Chiltern Branch Of The Inland Waterways Association meets on the 4th Wednesday of each month from September to April at 20.00 at Little Chalfont Village Hall, Cokes Lane, HP8 4UD for interesting talks on diverse waterways related topics.

Refreshments provided. Visitors welcome. To read more please go to www.waterways.org.uk/chiltern Nordic Walking “The Enjoyable Workout For The Whole Body” We have a 1 hour walk every Thursday starting at 1.30pm.

We have a 2 hour walk every Sunday starting at 9.00am where we walk further afield. Both walks start and finish in Chalfont St Giles If you have never done Nordic Walking then lessons by a qualified instructor will start again in March.

Contact Karoline - lambkaroline3@gmail.com.

South Bucks Choral Society Based in Chalfont St Peter the choir meets for rehearsals at St Joseph’s School at 8:00 on Tuesday evenings. Contact secretary, Gwenda McInnes on 01494 433013

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Simply Walk Health walks in Gerrards Cross and Chalfont St Peter. 60 to 90 minutes, just turn up, no charges. Gerrards Cross Memorial Centre on Tuesdays, Chalfont St Peter Community Centre on Fridays. Walks start at 10.30 am (please arrive 10 mins early the first time to allow for signing on).

For more information call Fiona Broadbent on 01494 475367 / 07802 260812 or see the full programme of walks on our website www.buckscc.gov.uk/simplywalk Chiltern Fuchsia Society We are a group of garden enthusiasts who also enjoy Fuchsias. Many of our talks are on general horticulture, but we always enjoy sharing our knowledge and experience of Fuchsias with others, experts or beginners. We meet on the 3rd Thursday of the month at 8pm in the CSP Community Centre. For further information contact Peter or Sylvia Anderson on 01753 882873 or peter.anderson@uwclub.net.

Beaconsfield & Chiltern Luncheon Club welcomes new members. We meet at the Crowne Plaza Hotel (formerly Bellhouse Hotel) on the first Monday of each month from October to June, and the monthly luncheon is followed by an interesting speaker. If you are interested in finding out more about us come along initially to a meeting as a guest. For further details please phone the Membership Secretary on 01753 644370.

The Arts Society Gerrards Cross Lectures commence at 10.30am and 1.45pm at the Memorial Centre, 8, East Common Gerrards Cross.

For lecture dates and more information contact the website, www.gxdfas.org.uk or our membership secretary on 01753 892186.

Wooburn Hill Badminton Club We play on a Monday night at The Beaconsfield School from 7.30pm to 10pm. Whether you play for fun or would like to join in our ladies, men or mixed team. Members range from 16+ onto seniors.

Please contact Sue on 01628 527651 or Rob on 07786736356 for more information.

Chalfont St. Peter Ballroom & Latin Dance Classes Every Monday Evening in the Parish Church Hall SL9 9RJ New Beginners Class 8.30-9.30 pm, Intermediate/Advanced Class 7.30-8.30 pm The classes have been running for 9 years and are instructed by an IDTA qualified teacher.

Private lessons are also available and singles are welcome without a partner.

Enquiries: 01494 867323 email: rookwoods@aol.com YogaHook We offer a myriad of yoga classes to suit everyone’s ability and preference. Contact us for more information and classes: 22 Station Road, Gerrards Cross SL9 8EL 01753 891 911 email: hello@yogahook.com www.yogahook.com

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USEFUL NUMBERS

I am over 25 and entitled to the National Living Wage, but I suspect I am being underpaid. How can I find out if I’m being paid the right amount, and claim what I am owed from my employer?

If you think you’ve been underpaid, you should act quickly, as it’s harder to get your money back three months after the problem arose.

Check your payslip to see if there’s been some mistake.You will be able to see the number of hours you’ve worked, the rate you’ve been paid at and if there have been any deductions.

Ask your employer to explain anything you don’t understand on your payslip, and tell them why you think you have been underpaid. If there was a genuine mistake, ask your employer to pay you straight away. You shouldn’t have to wait until the next payday.

If your employer refuses to pay back your wages you can formally raise a grievance, either by writing a letter to your employer or following your company’s grievance procedure. Explain that you haven’t been paid enough and you want them to pay the difference.

If this still doesn’t work, you can take your employer to a tribunal. Contact the Advisory, Conciliation and Arbitration Service (Acas), who will see if your employer will agree to a conciliation process, rather than go to court. Otherwise you can take your employer to a tribunal. Think carefully before starting a tribunal claim as it can be expensive and stressful.

If you need any advice or guidance through this process, contact your nearest Citizens Advice.

South Bucks CAB c/o South Bucks District Council Offices, Capswood, Oxford Road, Denham UB9 4LH For telephone advice or to make an appointment at the CAB, please phone: 01895 837551 Opening Hours: 10am-3pm Mon, Weds and Thurs

CAB is recruiting for trainee volunteer advisers.

If interested, please either phone the above number, or call in during opening hours.

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Financial Services Glenmore Finance.............................................9 Furnishings, Curtains, Blinds and Upholstery Chiltern Restoration.....................................27 David Bailey Home Interiors...................48 SAM Upholstery...............................................35 Steve’s Furniture Repairs..........................36 Upholstery Workshop..................................51 Gardening Services Lee Pave..................................................................36 Mentor Landscapes.......................................35 Valley Ponds & Landscapes......................51 Woodside Forestry.........................................35 Health & Beauty Aston Hearing Services..............................24 Doctor now..........................................................23 Everyone Active................................................23 Gerrards Cross Osteopath.......................27 Skinesse Medical Aesthetics..................27 Spire Health Care............................................23 Hotel/Spa Cliveden.............................................................1/15 Doctor now..........................................................23 Interior Design Ashford Kitchens and Interiors.............31 Chalfont Kitchens & Bedrooms – Bathrooms too..............................................21 Dream Doors.......................................................28 Pillowtalkhome..................................................21 Jewellers Percy Davies Jewellers............................1/29 Painting and Decorating JP Painting & Decorating.............................5 SmartDec...............................................................28

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