Gerrards Cross Local - June 2019 Edition

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June: strawberries, Wimbledon – and strawberries!

With lots of cream. You might not make it to Wimbledon but you can still enjoy strawberries and there is a mouth-watering recipe on page 30 for strawberry éclairs. June is also notable for other events and some of these are explored on page 6; whatever else you forget make sure you remember Father’s Day, which is on Sunday 16th.

Have you ever tried abseiling? Now is your chance to give it a go while helping to raise money for William’s Fund. The event is scheduled for Sunday 15th September but places have to be booked well in advance; more info on page 53.

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History: Midsummer Meanings.................................................6 Driving: Oh! Suits You Sir!...........................................................10 Health: Clean Air Day.....................................................................16

Hopefully there will be ample opportunity this month for barbecues and there is plenty of inspiration for enhancing yours on page 26, including Bluetooth speakers for people who like to annoy the neighbours.

Motoring: Fine and Points: Five Motoring Misdeeds.....18

If you just want to relax in a deckchair with a good book we have some suggested reads on page 42. As physical books continue their fight-back against the electronic variety you might rediscover the pleasure of browsing in bookshops and, if you’re anything like me, it might be some time since you familiarised yourself with the Highway Code. So maybe pick up a copy of that as well. Unless you have recently taken driving lessons you could be surprised at how much you have forgotten, as well as some of the more recent legislation, some of which features in the article on page 18. Drive safely – and free from fines.

Baking: Strawberry and Cream Eclairs................................30

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Technology: Great Outdoors....................................................26

Linden Homes: A collection of luxury 5 bedroom homes....32 Gardening: Houseplant Heaven..............................................36 Help for You: Parchment Law Group....................................38 Book Review: Summer reads.....................................................42 Puzzles: Tickle the old Grey matter......................................44 Children’s Puzzle Page: Henry Hedgehog’s Puzzle Page.......48 Recipe: Risotto Stuffed Peppers.............................................50 Pets: Four Summer Pet Health Hazards You May Not Have Considered.........................................................54

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HISTORY

Midsummer Meanings he month of Wimbledon and Father’s Day; synonymous with freshly mown grass, the first Pimms and a sudden abundance of flowers, we welcome June as the beginning of summer.

In Anglo-Saxon times, June was known as midsummer month or sera monath, meaning ‘dry month’. It also brought with it the big pagan celebration of the summer solstice – the longest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere.

It was the Romans who were responsible for giving the sixth month in their Roman and our Gregorian calendar its current name. Jun(e) is believed to be a shortened version of Junius - Latin for ‘sacred to Juno’.

Juno was the wife of Jupiter and patron goddess of Rome.

She was also the goddess of marriage and childbirth.

The blessing she was said to bestow on couples who marry during this month has meant that June weddings remain popular to this day.

In early Roman times, June had 29 days, but Emperor Julius Caesar added an extra day, making it 30 days long.

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People born in June are said to be ruled by the planet Mercury, representing youth, and come under the zodiac signs of either Gemini (the twins) or Cancer (the crab). Scientific studies have claimed that June babies tend to be physically stronger and suffer less with mental illnesses than those born in any other month.

June has three birthstones: the pearl, moonstone and the more obscure alexandrite. The birth flowers for this month are the rose and the honeysuckle.

There is a saying in folklore that in June, summer doesn’t begin until the elderflower is in blossom.

Apart from the summer solstice, other festivals that take place in June include well-dressing, where natural springs are honoured with elaborate decorations that include intricate mosaic-like pictures made using flowers, grasses, moss, seeds, bark and berries. Well-dressing is

particularly popular across Derbyshire.

The many significant historical events that have happened in the month of June include: the signing of the Magna Carta on 15th June 1215; the infamous Battle of Waterloo on 18th June 1815; the Queen’s coronation on 2nd June 1953; and D-Day, on 6th June 1944.

The month of June has long fascinated poets, artists and lyricists from Shakespeare to Rogers and Hammerstein.

‘Flaming June’ is a famous painting by Lord Frederick Leighton completed in 1895.

Scottish poet Robert Burns also paid homage to the month in the first lines of his well-known poem ‘A Red Red Rose’. And there is no end of romantic ballads out there rhyming ‘June’ with ‘moon’.

Believe it or not, June was a popular name for both boys and girls in the first part of the 20th century but over the last 40-50 years it has declined in favour in the UK. However, June has enjoyed a resurgence as a favourite girls’ name in the USA during the past decade.

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LOCAL BUSINESS

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Care is what Porthaven does best and our staff are carefully hand-selected for their professionalism and empathy. Every member of our team is dedicated to respecting the individualism, privacy, dignity and independence of each resident.

Enviably situated in two acres of woodland and offering 24 hour residential, nursing, dementia and respite care, our home is designed with practicality but also elegance in mind so we can meet the changing needs of our residents.

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Every spacious bedroom has an en suite wetroom and there

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inclusive, friendly and fun atmosphere, so with that in mind, our award-winning leisure and wellness philosophy means that there is a diverse programme of activities such as music therapy and Zumba, plus places for hobbies and socialising. We have a dedicated leisure and wellness team in the home, who work in conjunction with residents and their families to provide the best and most suitable activities.

Our ethos and emphasis is always on providing an

So why not give a member of our friendly and knowledgeable team a call?

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DRIVING

Oh! Suits You Sir! ou gotta have the right wheel for the deals. This is obvious for the young driver: a 20-something male must spend about double the value of his Corsa on accessories.

However, this car-statementof-status isn’t confined to men and doesn’t stop when we hit 25.

Subconsciously, we all do it.

In London’s Portland Place, I noticed a man loading a Volvo XC60 with a set of golf clubs – a street with no golf courses within a par 4 of it.

It would have been completely

fine or perhaps a Shogun or Land Cruiser? Never a Toyota pickup!

wrong for our driver to load his clubs into a hatchback. The right golf club demands the right car – a Volvo, Jaguar or Mercedes – and it must be an ‘executive’ saloon. Turning up in a Mini is just not on.

Dog lovers, meaning the serious Crufts exhibitor types, all have estates to get that dog cage in.

An MPV or SUV would do the same job, but as an absolute minimum, a Mini Countryman may suffice.

If you are a lady member of a gym, however, then a Mini is okay, as is a Fiat 500. A man driving to the gym in an executive saloon means he plays squash – most probably badly too.

For the school run it must be high-end SUVs – a Cayenne or an X5. So Mums can navigate those suburban off-road tracks!

Our choice of car is not just about transport, it says more about us than we think.

The racing set? It’s a 4 x 4, but it must be the right 4 x 4.

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HEALTH

Clean Air Day n the UK, outdoor pollution causes 40,000 deaths and costs around £20 billion annually.

Annual Clean Air Day is on Thursday 20th June. The coordinators, Global Action Plan, have a simple message this year: we need to work together to reduce pollution, and small steps make a difference.

The health effects of pollution: On adults · Air pollution causes coughs, increased phlegm, increased lung cancer risk and reduced lung function, increasing risk of COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease). · Long-term pollution exposure is linked to several cardiovascular diseases, including coronary heart disease, and increased mortality from cardiac and respiratory causes.

On children Effects are more serious, because their organs and immune system are still developing. · Air pollution can affect lung function and development in unborn babies. High levels are linked to low birth weight and premature births. · Exposure to air pollution can increase coughs, bronchitis and the risk of bacterial pneumonia.

It also contributes to asthma development and worsens symptoms; long-term effects, severity and mortality rates increase with exposure and higher pollution levels.

Reducing pollution · Open your window when cleaning, cooking, burning candles or decorating. · Don’t smoke indoors. Thirdhand smoke is a problem too.

· Research showed people living in areas experiencing the highest levels of nitrogen dioxide pollution were 40% more likely to have been diagnosed with dementia than those in areas with the lowest levels, and are at increased risk of ‘silent stroke’ (symptomless small areas of brain damage caused by lack of oxygen). This may be a sign of blood vessel disease, connected to increased vascular dementia risk.

· Only burn smokeless fuels or dry, well-seasoned wood on your barbecue or stove. Ensure chimneys and flues are clean and ventilate the room. Buy a Defra-approved stove and only light it when really necessary.

· Pollution increases risk of bladder cancer and Type 2 diabetes.

· Walk, cycle and take public transport when possible. Drivers

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· Have your gas boiler serviced regularly. · Use fragrance-free or naturallyscented products, switch to more eco-friendly cleaning products and avoid aerosols.

can be exposed to twice as much air pollution as pedestrians and nine times more than a cyclist.

When that’s not an option, consider car-sharing or working from home sometimes, and walking, bus, or car share schemes for taking children to school. · Turn off your car’s engine when stuck in traffic. Turn on the air conditioning to reduce the pollution entering your car (sparingly, though, as the carbon dioxide build-up can cause drowsiness). Keep car tyres inflated, drive efficiently and service your car regularly. · Use quieter backstreets, footpaths or cycle paths as much as possible. Using quieter streets can reduce exposure to pollution by 20%. · Rather than having parcels delivered to work, where vans increase pollution, choose a delivery time when you’re at home, have parcels delivered to a neighbour or specified safe place, or use a local click-and collect service. · Compost your garden waste or take it to a recycling plant rather than burning it.

For your sake, your children’s sake and the environment’s – clean up your act! www.cleanairday.org.uk Clean Air Day on twitter @cleanairdayUK

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MOTORING

Fine and Points: Five Motoring Misdeeds James Baggott

s a motorist, it can be easy to pick up a few bad habits over the years, but you’d be forgiven for not having a good look at the Highway Code on a regular basis.

However, there are some driving misdeeds that can take an unwitting toll on your wallet – here are five of them…

Eating at the wheel It’s a situation many will be familiar with. You’re halfway through a long journey and when you stop at the services for some food you’re asked if you want to eat in or take away.

You’re in a hurry, so you take it with you and start eating it as you pull back on to the motorway.

While this will save you a few minutes, it also means you’re driving without due care and attention – and that can land you with up to nine points as well as severe financial penalties.

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Traffic Act states that driving “without reasonable consideration for other persons using the road” is an offence. The act rightly considers pedestrians to be road users, and driving through a puddle without looking to see if there’s anyone on foot and in the firing line can result in a fixed penalty posted through your door.

Driving too slowly Being a cautious road user is – in most cases – quite a good thing. However, it’s possible to drive too slowly in the eyes of fellow road users – and, more importantly, the law.

If you’re driving slowly enough to be a potential hazard to motorists, you can receive an unlimited fine and up to nine points on your licence.

Beeping your horn Road rage is something that should be kept in

check for various reasons, and that includes the Highway Code.

In general, you are only supposed to use your horn to make other drivers aware of your vehicle’s presence.

However, regardless of the circumstances, using your horn between 11.30pm and 7am in a built-up area can leave you liable to be fined up to £1,000.

Driving with an overly dirty number plate Keeping a car clean is always a good thing to do, but there are in fact legal ramifications that should convince you to wield a water-filled bucket and some car shampoo.

Your number plate needs to be clean, or at the very least legible. Even if sections of it are obscured you’ll be liable for a £1,000 fine – and your car could even fail its MOT if it has an illegible number plate.

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Protect your eyes ummer is nearly upon us and don’t you notice how it makes you and others around you more cheerful and optimistic? One downside is that most of us find the sun is a strain on our eyes. In summer the sun is higher in the sky and brighter, your eyes may water more and feel sore.

During other seasons the sun is lower in the sky, causing reflected glare on the roads especially in the rain - which can cause discomfort and eye strain.So how do you take the best care and protect your eyes? UV( ultraviolet ) rays come from sunlight. The three types are UVA, UVB and UVC. UVC is absorbed by the ozone layer before it reaches Earth but our eyes need protection from UVA and UVB. Without protection, prolonged

exposure can cause cataracts and damage to the lightsensitive retina.

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If you are light-sensitive it is also worth considering photochromic lenses, though these aren’t always as efficient at changing colour behind the car windscreen, and it’s advisable to always have a dedicated pair of sunglasses when you are exposed to direct sunlight.As with all things eye related, if you have any questions or concerns you should contact a registered opticians who will be able to advise you.

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Great outdoors

Technology for long summer nights he combination of long nights and nice weather means it’s time to head outdoors – and technology can help make the outdoors even greater and the light nights even brighter.

Thanks to Bluetooth speakers, your music can go outside with you, but it’s wise to get a waterproof one just in case. We really like Denon’s DSB-250BT, which has really high-quality music streaming and great sound. It’s pricier than some rival devices at around £129, but it looks good indoors as well as out. For something a bit more portable to take to the beach or hotel pool, the UE Wonderboom goes for around £55 and includes something most Bluetooth speakers don’t: an inflatable ring so you can listen to it in the water.

Another great gadget for outdoor entertaining is the solar LED light. LEDs use tiny amounts of energy so it doesn’t take much sunlight to give them enough charge for hours of illumination. We’d recommend looking for warm white LEDs, which have a more yellow cast than the traditional blue ones: the light is warmerlooking and closer to incandescent bulbs, whereas bright white ones look a bit like car headlights. Expect to pay around £2 for a single LED post, rising to around £20 Argos LED solar lamppost for a nice string of lights and £30 for a solar lamppost.

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If you’d rather have something brighter and more flexible, Philips has added garden lighting to its iPhone/Androidcontrolled Hue system, which also works with smart home devices such as Amazon Echo.

The lights enable you Charles to create ‘recipes’ for Bentley different effects as tabletop heater well as control each light individually, and while they’re still quite expensive – a coloured wall light is currently £100 on Amazon – they’re very well made and work brilliantly.

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If you’re heating food rather than people, technology can even help with the humble barbecue: clip-on LED lights enable you to cook in the dark, while Bluetooth thermometers enable you to check on the food temperature without opening the lid and letting heat escape. You can get a no-name version for around £20, but if brand names are important then Weber’s basic iGrill is currently £56. The all-singing, all-dancing iGrill 3 has two probes instead of one, enabling you to check on two things at once, and retails at just under £100.

In the UK no matter how nice the day, the nights can get cold very quickly. If you’re considering garden heating, don’t go for a gas heater: they’re incredibly wasteful because they heat the air around them whether there are people there or not. It’s a much better idea to get an infra-red heater, which costs a lot less to run.

Expect to pay around £70 for a wall-mounted model and around weber iGrill £120 for a tabletop model such bluetooth thermometer as Charles Bentley’s 2000W electric outdoor patio heater.

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According to recent studies people with diabetes are over three times more likely to have a hearing problem than those who do not have the disease. Hearing loss is an under-recognised complication of diabetes and therefore those affected should consider having their hearing tested as part of their diabetes management programme. Getting a baseline hearing test at diagnosis would help to monitor any changes in hearing that may develop.

GET A BASELINE HEARING CHECK? If you have diabetes it is a good idea to be proactive and arrange to have a baseline hearing Types of hearing loss check. If you can identify early signs of hearing loss then treatment can be a lot more Hearing loss currently affects approximately 1 in 6 people in the UK. This can be due to damage to the inner ear where sensitive hair cells of the cochlea transmit nerve impulses to the hearing centre of the brain (sensorineural hearing loss) or impairment can be caused by a blockage or infection of the middle ear that prevents sounds being conducted to the inner ear, (conductive hearing loss).

The type of loss can be determined by an Audiologist who will examine the ear and perform a hearing test. If it is wax that is affecting your hearing it should be removed professionally by microsuction due to the increased risk of infection with irrigation techniques if you are diabetic.

effective. The first stage is to seek the advice of an audiologist, privately or via a GP referral.

If however you notice a very rapid, unexplained loss of hearing then you should take immediate action and see a private audiologist for a hearing test within 24 hours as you may have experienced a Sudden Sensorineural Hearing Loss (SSHL) which requires urgent treatment at A&E and is a medical emergency.

If you are concerned about your hearing and would like to find out more why not pop along to one of the Aston Hearing HearToday Events. HearToday is a regular FREE monthly hearing event that takes place on the last Wednesday of every month at different venues around the Chilterns. At the event you can have a FREE hearing check and talk to an audiologist about your concerns or learn more about the links to diabetes and what you should be looking out for.

How does diabetes cause hearing loss?

Studies of diabetes patients suggest this association is a common complication of both Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes. It is thought that prolonged high glucose levels characteristic of diabetes causes damage to the tiny blood vessels of the inner ear, disrupting sound reception. Over time this leads to degeneration and hearing loss.

What are the signs of hearing loss?

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BAKING

Strawberry And Cream Eclairs illed with sweetened whipped cream and fresh strawberries, these dainty pastries make a great treat for afternoon tea or can be served as a delicious summer dessert. Swap the strawberries for fresh raspberries or blueberries, if liked.

Makes 8 Ready in 50 minutes, plus cooling

Ingredients • 50 gm butter, chilled and diced • 65 gm plain flour, sifted • 2 medium eggs, lightly beaten • 300 ml double cream • 1 tbsp icing sugar, plus extra for dusting • 150 gm small strawberries

1. Place the butter and 150

the steam to escape and ml cold water in a small dries out the centres of pan and heat gently until each eclair. Transfer to a the butter melts. Bring wire rack and leave to cool the mixture to a rapid boil completely. then quickly remove from the heat and add all the 4. Whip the cream and flour. Beat thoroughly with icing sugar in a bowl until a wooden spoon until the softly peaking. Spoon into mixture comes away from a large piping bag fitted the sides of the pan and with a large star nozzle. forms a ball. Leave to cool Hull and slice most of the for 3-4 minutes. strawberries (keeping four for decoration).

2. Preheat the oven to 220C, fan 200C, gas mark 7. Line 5. Halve each eclair and fill a large baking sheet with with the cream then top baking paper. Beat the with sliced strawberries. eggs into the mixture, Sandwich back together a little at a time, until and dust with icing sugar. smooth and glossy. Spoon Decorate each one with a the mixture into a large swirl of piped cream and a piping bag fitted with a saved strawberry. large star nozzle. Pipe 8 x 10 cm lengths, spaced well apart, onto the baking sheet.

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3. Bake for 12-15 mins until

the eclairs are well risen and golden. Remove from the oven, pierce each eclair with the tip of a small knife and return to the oven for 2-3 minutes. This allows

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You can make and bake the choux pastry eclairs a day in advance. If the pastry goes a little soft simply reheat in a hot oven for a few minutes until crisp.

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Now the homes are a reality. The sketches became more detailed and perfected, like any well-designed masterpiece. They were then crafted by experts of their trade, until the dream was realised, and a pencil sketch became reality.

village railway station. If you prefer to drive, then there are the A413, A40 and the M25 all within easy reach. That means destinations, like central London, Oxford and Gloucester are all within easy reach.

The homes offer the peak of luxury and exclusivity, situated in a privately gated enclave.

Each home offers spacious living accommodations with generously sized gardens – perfect for a growing family, entertaining guests or if you just need space to relax.

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agents or incurring their fees plus you can stay in your current home until your new one is ready.

Our Marketing Suite and Show Home are open Friday to Monday, 10am – 5pm and Thursdays 12 – 7pm.

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We have a selection of five-bedroom luxurious homes now available at our Woodhaven development in Chalfont St Peter.

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GARDENING

Houseplant Heaven ow is the time to give houseplants some TLC as they could do with some pampering! Check them over thoroughly and remove and dispose of any that are heavily infested with pests or infected by diseases. Once done, continue as follows…

• Pick over remaining plants removing dead, damaged or discoloured leaves. Use sharp scissors, special ‘snips’ or miniature secateurs on tough leaf stems.

• Houseplants usually respond well if re-potted in late spring or very early summer, so if yours are pot-bound do this now. Check by carefully removing the plant from its pot – if the root system is quite congested, it’s usually time to relocate.

• When re-potting, only move the plants up one pot size and use compost as similar as possible to their current compost. If in doubt, seek advice from your compost supplier. Ensure the compost is free-draining and that there are crocks at the base of the pot. Consider adding additional grit or perlite to improve drainage.

• Once re-potted, place plants in a cool, relatively stress-free environment for a week or two, away from hot or direct bright sunlight. Keep them adequately watered and the

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roots will move into the new compost.

• Next, give them a bit of a bath, using well-moistened kitchen roll or cotton wool to wipe the leaves clean. Many of the more glossy-leaved houseplants respond well to an application of leaf shine, but not all, so check before you start.

• Feed houseplants regularly – good fertilisers are available in garden centres. Choose those formulated specifically for the plants where possible, or those suitable for foliage or flowering houseplants.

Specialist fertilisers are also available for cacti and African violets.

• Plants that have just been potted on will not require feeding for a couple of months, but both recently replanted and more established houseplants need regular watering, particularly as they start to grow and if they are in a fairly warm or sunny position.

• Don’t place plants in too sunny a spot – they can get too hot or suffer from leaf scorching if placed too close to a south or westfacing window. Use an east or north-facing windowsill where possible, or at least move them further back from the glass. Most houseplants benefit from being placed in dappled shade in the garden, and they should thrive providing you keep them fed and watered.

• If treating yourself to new houseplants, make sure that the plant is well suited to the position that you have lined up for it – it’s tempting to buy those that do well in really sunny situations, but if you only have a fairly shady windowsill it will suffer immensely over the winter months.

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HELP FOR YOU

Can You Cope With Probate? ealing with bereavement is one of the most stressful things that people have to do. Apart from the emotional aspects of the loss of someone close and dear to you, there are the added stresses and strains of dealing with the administration of his or her Estate if you are an Executor of the Will, or, if you are a beneficiary named in the Will, waiting for your legacy to be paid to you.

Administering an Estate where there is a Will (commonly referred to as ‘Probate’) is generally not an easy process and can be very time-consuming, which can be very inconvenient, especially if you are working and don’t have much free time. The process can take longer than most people think –12 months is not uncommon in numerous cases where there are many matters to be dealt with, often including the sale of a property. In addition to

the general Estate administration responsibilities that Executors have, they also have a personal financial liability, which can be onerous if a mistake is made, however inadvertently.

If the person who died did not leave a valid Will, the whole process can be more complicated and take longer.

In the recent past the Government has introduced three new measures affecting Probate, which when taken together, have created huge problems in the process. These are online applications for Probate, a new computerised system and a proposal to increase Probate fees to as much as £6,000.00 in larger estates – this is an increase from a fixed fee of £215.00 for personal applications and £155.00 for applications made by Solicitors.

The proposed Probate fee increase is an ongoing issue which at the date this article was written, has not been resolved and the proposal to increase the fees has resulted in a flurry of applications to try and ‘beat the price hike’ These measures have collectively managed to create a log-jam in the system and as a consequence matters that used to take 2-3 weeks to go through the Probate Registry are currently taking 10-12 weeks.

On the face of it, online

applications may seem like a good idea, but reports suggest that an increasing number of these contain errors that have to be rectified, resulting in more time-consuming correspondence and adding to the backlog. Research also shows that Probate disputes have increased by over 60% in recent times, attributed in part to online applications, where there are genuine errors, or where fraud has been committed.

So what is the answer to these problems? We think that the best way to deal with Probate matters is through a firm of Solicitors who specialise in this type of work. We at Parchment know the questions to ask financial institutions, how to complete the various forms, to calculate Inheritance Tax and ensure that all the appropriate exemptions are covered, to word the Statement of Truth, to deal with trusts and tax issues and more – in short to do all the administrative and legal work to take this burden away from people who are not accustomed to this type of work, who are not insured to carry it out and quite simply to not have the time. Solicitors are regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority and it is mandatory that they carry a high level of Professional Indemnity Insurance.

Parchment Solicitors are a specialist private client firm with a team of very experienced lawyers who can deal with all matters relating to Wills and Trusts, Probate, Powers of Attorney and Estate and Later Life Planning. We have a sensible and fair fixed-price fee policy and are always happy to discuss matters with you at an initial free meeting to see if we can help.

Parchment Solicitors – Professional Legal Guidance you can count on.

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BOOK REVIEW

Summer reads ant to create show-stopping meals on your BBQ? Fancy growing your own vegetables this summer?

Maybe you’re just in need of a new novel for your holiday? We’ve got you covered…

The Wych Elm – Tana French One horrific night changes Toby’s life for ever. He retreats to the place he feels safest – Ivy House, to look after his terminally ill uncle. But then a skull is discovered in the garden and Toby has to question everything he believes to be true. Are his cousins hiding something from him? Is his uncle a killer? And, with his own memory damaged, how can Toby be sure he’s not the murderer? While The Wych Elm is a slow-burner, it’s well worth sticking with.

Grow All You Can Eat in 3 Square Feet – edited by Chauney Dunford When it comes to food, few things beat picking your own vegetables straight from the garden. And you don’t need a large plot to do it. Whether you have a balcony, a courtyard or just a windowsill, you can grow your own vegetables, fruit and herbs. This book offers 42 June 2019

plenty of advice for would-be growers, from which plants thrive in shady gardens to which flowers can help to protect your crops. You’ll soon be creating your own bicycle wheel trellis, balcony saddlebag or strawberry colander.

Weber’s Greatest Hits – Jamie Purviance Over the years, Weber has released a series of books to accompany its bestselling barbeques. The latest, Weber’s Greatest Hits, has more than 100 recipes for starters, mains (beef, lamb, pork, poultry, fish and shellfish), sides and desserts.

Dishes include Chicken Tacos, Salmon Skewers, Zesty Garlic Prawns, Chilli-Rubbed Chicken and, for the traditionalist, Texas Burgers.

Stepsister – Jennifer Donnelly Everyone knows the story of Cinderella, but who stops to consider her stepsisters?

Isabelle is neither pretty nor demure. But if she’s brave enough to cut off her own toe to fit her foot in a glass slipper, what else is she capable of?

While Stepsister is aimed at young adults, this imaginative story is also likely to appeal to older readers who fancy losing themselves in a twisted fairy tale for a few hours.

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Property – Lionel Shriver Looking for a book to dip in and out of, rather than devote whole sunny afternoons to?

This collection of short stories and novellas might be the answer. If you want fast-paced action and loathe long passages of description, it’s probably not for you.

If you enjoy wry humour, detailed characterisation and stories that you’re still pondering hours later, it’s well worth a look.

The Rosie Result – Graeme Simsion Professor Don Tillman is back, more than a decade after we first met him in The Rosie Project. This time, he has a new project – helping his son Hudson to settle into school (and neurotypical society). Hudson’s teacher thinks Hudson may be autistic. Don and Rosie need to decide whether to seek a formal diagnosis. And, while they’re at it, whether Don should be classed as autistic himself. While The Rosie Result is the third in the trilogy, it can be read as a standalone novel. A warm, humorous, thoughtprovoking read.

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Score with a sharp point (7) Either of two times of the year when day and night are of equal length (7) Shaped like a ring (7) Of food, cooked with onions (9) 1 Unconsciousness induced by drugs (8) Periodic rise and fall of the sea (4) Female pantomime character (4) Point to (8) 8 Absence from work, due to illness (4,5) With the least fat (7) Fruits of trees of the genus Juglans (7) Public transport vehicle (7)

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RECIPE

Risotto stuffed peppers acked with a tasty vegetable rice filling, these stuffed peppers make a great meat-free supper. Serve with a mixed leaf salad.

Serves 6 Ready in 1 hour 10 minutes

Ingredients • 2 tbsp olive oil • 1 red onion, finely chopped • 2 garlic cloves, peeled and crushed • 150g risotto rice (see tip) • 1 courgette, coarsely grated • 1 litre hot vegetable stock • 3 ripe tomatoes • 2 tbsp freshly chopped parsley or mint • Salt and freshly ground black pepper

1. Heat the oil in a large deep 4. Preheat the oven to frying pan over a medium heat. Add the onion and sauté for 4-5 minutes, stirring. Add the garlic and sauté, stirring, for a further few minutes. Stir in the rice and courgette and cook for 1 minute.

2. Add a ladleful of the hot

stock and simmer, stirring until the rice has absorbed all the liquid. Repeat until nearly all the stock has been used up and the rice is almost tender. This should take about 20 minutes.

3. Cut a slice from the top

and bottom of each tomato and finely chop the rest. Stir the chopped tomatoes into the risotto with the parsley or mint and season to taste with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Stir in the cheese.

170C/150C fan/gas mark 3.

Cut a thin slice from the base of each pepper so they stand upright. Slice off the top of each pepper and pull out and discard the stalk and seeds.

5. Spoon the risotto into the

peppers and place them in a greased ovenproof dish.

Top each pepper with a tomato slice and pour over the rest of the stock. Bake for 40-45 minutes until the peppers are tender.

Tip Use a short-grain risotto rice such as Arborio for this recipe – it’s sold in most supermarkets or Italian delis.

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Ways to help us reach our £1m goal…

Bekonscot Date night! Friends evening out!

An amazing opportunity to see Bekonscot Model Village and ride the miniature train.

Maybe you visited Bekonscot with the children years ago? There’s much more to see now!

No under 10 yrs allowed so you can enjoy the magical village without tripping over toddlers!

Drinks and canapes provided with thanks to Gingernut of Beaconsfield and Waitrose. .

Grown-ups will LOVE this! So close to Father’s Day too! All proceeds to William's Fund Tickets on sale now; see www.williamsfund.co.uk or call Johanna on 07775 810888. 

STOP PRESS! The Gerrards Cross Fun Run 2020 will be held on May 17th, 2020.

William’s Fund are proud to announce we will be one of 3 beneficiaries!!

To help raise as much as possible for the 3 causes, please put your Tesco GX blue tokens into the GXFR 2020 box starting now! The more we receive, the more money will be shared between William’s Fund, Liberty’s Legacy and Hearing Dogs for the Deaf. Thank you 

Abseil for William’s Fund!

Sunday September 15th 2019 Oxford Radcliffe Hospital A professionally organised event with all safety equipment provided.

No experience needed but you must be 14yrs+.

You can abseil yourself or raise a team of family, friends and colleagues to join you. A great team builder for your business or club?

The more the better, a great way to promote your business and raise funds for William’s Fund too! Social media will be all over this!

Please email Johanna@williamsfund.co.uk or call Johanna 07775 810888 to reserve your places as we need to book these in advance. Penguin theme optional! 

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PETS

Four Summer Pet Health Hazards You May Not Have Considered ou’re probably aware of many of the dangers your pet faces during the summer months, but here are four unusual health hazards you may not have thought about.

1 Bee stings Not all bee stings cause anaphylactic shock, but some animals can be affected in the same way as humans. It’s a potentially serious health issue, and you should look out for vomiting and diarrhoea, breathing difficulties, and general unsteadiness.

2 Snake bites Although adders are the only venomous snake in the UK, their presence can be a problem for dogs in the summer. Snake

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bites may cause swelling of the airways, organ failure and shock, as well as considerable inflammation at the injury site.

3 Slug bait Some slug pellets contain a poisonous substance called metaldehyde, which can quickly cause serious health problems for pets if ingested. Signs of poisoning include vomiting, seizures, tremors, and fits, and it’s crucial to seek help from a vet as a matter of urgency.

4 Poisonous plants and flowers There are many common plants and flowers that present a serious summer health hazard for your pet. Lilies are particularly poisonous to cats, and even the pollen can cause kidney failure. Other poisonous flowers and plants include

foxgloves and lily of the valley, which can both cause heart arrhythmias in animals.

It’s vital to seek emergency help from your vet if your pet has been exposed to any of these hazards – speed is of the essence, and could ultimately save their lives. www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-englandcambridgeshire-44208568 www.everydayhealth.com/ columns/everyday-pets/scarysummer-pet-health-hazards/

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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 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 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, Chesham Lane, Chalfont St Peter SL9 0RJ. Contact Mike Saunders on 07747 476827 or email msaunders1939@googlemail.com

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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 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 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 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

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LOCAL CLUBS, GROUPS & CLASSES 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 HIIT Adult Circuit Training & Kids Fitness Come and try for free! Chalfonts Community

College every Monday 7-8pm, Wednesday 7-8pm, Thursday 7:30-8:30pm, Saturday 9-10am. Kids Fitness: Thursday 6:30-7:15pm 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.

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.

Chalfonts U3A A lively, friendly group for those no longer in full-time work who seek new horizons to make the most of their spare time ahead. Over 50 different Interest Groups ranging from Walking to Theatre Trips, and Photography to Excursions. Local monthly meetings with speakers on diverse subjects – and much, much more! www.chalfontsu3a.org.uk

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LOCAL CLUBS, GROUPS & CLASSES 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

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 Cricket Club Dukes Lane, Gerrards Cross SL9 7JZ. For more information visit www.gxcc.co.uk

Gerrards Cross Youth Club The Committee of Gerrards Cross Youth Club, following a meeting on 8th November 2018, has agreed the following statement.

Gerrards Cross Youth Club has closed, due to lack of members and an understaffed management committee. If any person or group of people is interested in re-starting the club, please contact the Trustees; - by post to GXYC Trustees, The Memorial Centre, East Common, Gerrards Cross SL9 7AD - by email to GXYCTrustees@GXCA.org.uk The Committee will be grateful for GX Local placing this statement in the next and subsequent issues.

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

Gerrards Cross & Fulmer Scout group HQ in Fulmer. Contact Mark Shaw, Group Scout Leader on 01753 883102 or email scoutermark@hotmail.co.uk

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 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 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 & 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 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.

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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).

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

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LOCAL CLUBS, GROUPS & CLASSES 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.

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.

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

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

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

Chalfont St Peter VOPAG. Older Persons Group - meets 10.00am - CstP Community Centre every 3rd Tuesday. Speaker details on website www.bucksvoice.net/vopag.

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LOCAL CLUBS, GROUPS & CLASSES Chalfonts U3A For information visit ‘http://chalfontsu3a.org.uk’ 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 designedto 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 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

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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.

Couch to 5km -- MONDAY 9:30AM and THURSDAY 6:30pm at Gerrards Cross Common, East Common SL9 7RN Near play area. New Course starts Monday 14th January 2019 9:30am or Thursday 17th January 2019 6:30pm £40 for a 10 week course. We build up your jogging/running each week. You will need to commit to getting out at least once a week in addition to the class to get to your 5K distance in 10 weeks and I will give you homework! I WILL keep you motivated! We jog/run whatever the weather.

IMPROVERS MONDAY 10:30AM and THURSDAY 6:30pm at Gerrards Cross Common to improve distance, speed, hill training and running drills.

Bright clothes if possible and a torch or head torch as the evenings get shorter. More details Carmel 07956 295511 or carmelbees@aol.com 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 YOGA at The GX Yoga Shala spaces available in a few ADULT classes, mixed & single sex. TEEN spaces available Saturday 10.30 Hatha yoga, some classes more strenuous than others. First class free. Please check my website for further information http://www.yoga4teenagers. co.uk or call Philippa 07751718586

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Council Tax My first council tax bill of the year has come through and I know I’m not going to be able to afford it with so many other important bills to pay, let alone food. What should I do?

NHS (non-emergency) help line number..........111

Council tax arrears is a “priority debt”, which means you need to address it before paying off other non-priority loans like credit cards.

Once you’ve missed a council tax payment, you’re in “arrears” and so owe money to your council.

You should receive a letter from your council - it’s important not to ignore this as after 14 days your council can take you to court and request you pay your entire year’s bill at once.

It’s important you speak to the council straight away if you don’t think you can pay. Ask to speak to someone in the council tax office and tell them about your situation, or ask one of our advisers to help you with this.

You’ll probably be asked to commit to paying a regular amount each month. If you’re not sure how much you can afford, talk to one of our specialist advisers.

If you’re on a low income, you might be able to get a reduction on your council tax bill. You might also be able to qualify for your council’s Hardship Scheme.

If you fail to pay your council tax arrears you’ll have to pay court costs and possibly bailiff fees as well as your debt, which can add hundreds of pounds to your bill.

If you’re struggling with multiple debts, or with any other issues, contact your local Citizens Advice Bureau.

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

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Quick Crossword

Pictogram

Children’s Page

1. Elvis Has Left The Building

The ‘coin clock’ solution is...

1. 12 onto 3.

2. 7 onto 4.

3. 10 onto 6.

4. 8 onto 1.

5. 11 onto 2.

6. 9 onto 5.

Sudoku

Across: 1 Scratch, 7 Equinox, 8 Annular, 10 Lyonnaise, 12 Narcosis, 14 Tide, 16 Dame, 18 Indicate, 20 Sick leave, 23 Leanest, 24 Walnuts, 25 Omnibus.

Down: 1 Seasoned, 2 Ranger, 3 Tell, 4 Hero, 5 Didactic, 6 Dowsed, 9 Ayrshire, 11 Nosedive, 13 Checking, 15 Emeritus, 17 Animal, 19 Adverb, 21 Also, 22 Earn.

2. Cat Among The Pigeons 3. Close Quarters

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