Living Life Magazine - Issue 1

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Issue 1 December 2018

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FOCUSON Fire & Safety

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NOTE FROM THE EDITORS A warm welcome to the very first issue of LivingLife, the brand new magazine for the communities of Shefford & Clifton. We are really excited to bring you this edition and to introduce ourselves.

Our aim for this publication, as our strap-line suggests, is to keep the community connected, but more importantly we want to provide our readers with value and entertainment. We are focused on being a little bit different to some of the other community magazines currently available.

We are keen to get out | Andrew Martin | and about, meeting people and visiting community groups and organisations. We really do value your feedback and input, that’s why we have lots of interactive sections included in this publication, such as our ‘Scene by you’ feature, which gives you the chance to submit your own photos for publication. We also have our ‘Fun’ section, which this month is an | John McBurney | exciting ‘Photo Treasure Trail’ where readers get the chance to win an amazing prize kindly provided by ‘The Loft’.

Each month we will be bring you our ‘FocusOn’ section which will be looking at a specific area we feel has real importance to the community.

In this edition we are focusing on ‘Fire & Safety’.

Kind Regards, Andrew & John

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6 FOCUSON - Shefford Fire station Tips and advice on how to stay warm and safe this winter

8 FOCUSON - DEFIBRILLATORS We show you all the locations, and more importantly how to use them

12 woodlands pre-school We visit the staff and pupils at this bustling little pre-school in Clifton

14 a look into health & wellbeing We chat with Ben Ruby regarding all things physiotherapy

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18 shefford over 60’s coffee club

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Our mission is to get out into the heart of the community - what a great starting point

20 scene by you Your chance to submit your photos to be included in the magazine

22 fitness corner Our monthly insight into keeping fit and active around Shefford & Clifton

24 we remember A look back to this years rememberance services

26 hoo hill maze We take you round this poular attraction, right on the doorstep of Shefford Town

30 Photo treasure trail How well do you know Shefford & Clifton?

Name all the locations to win a meal for 2

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32 what’s on guide This months guide for everything happening in the local area

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FOCUSON

shefford Community fire station:

by Nick Clements

Stay warm, and safe this winter, our top tips and advice.

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hefford Community Fire Station is an Oncall station, one of eleven such stations within the county.

This means the firefighters who work there all have other jobs and respond to fire calls via an alerter that they carry with them during their designated cover periods, which will be activated by Fire Control as and when an emergency occurs. They then ‘turnout’ to the station, board the appliance (fire engine) and proceed to deal with whatever the incident may be.

This summer was one of the busiest we’ve had at Shefford for a number of years, with crews attending a large number of field fires.

These were mainly caused by a combination of the long, hot, dry spell we enjoyed and carelessly discarded sources of ignition, ranging from cigarettes to glass bottles – which focus the sun’s rays in the same way a magnifying glass would.

As the seasons shift, so do the risks and as the fans and BBQ’s get put

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Shefford Fire Station Ivel Road, Shefford, SG17 5JU

Shefford are currently recruiting On-Call firefighters.

More details on the role and criteria for applicants can be found at: away for the winter, the electric heaters come out, so just remember never to put them too close to curtains or other flammable materials, and certainly never use them to dry clothes on! The sun can still pose a risk as well – mirrors left on window sills can also focus the sun’s rays back onto window frames and curtains, causing avoidable house fires.

www.bedsfire.gov.uk or by calling 01234 845000 ask to speak to a member of the HR team

As well as fighting fires, Shefford is the base for Bedfordshire Fire and Rescue Service’s road safety team. Alongside their colleagues from the Prevention Team and Bedfordshire Police they are responsible for delivering education and training to road users across the county. These include young drivers and motorcyclists, with both groups being amongst the most ‘at risk’ categories of motorists nationwide.

One ongoing initiative that is part of a larger, nationwide scheme is the BikerDown! course.

These are aimed at motorcyclists of all ages and experience, and are held monthly at Shefford Fire Station.

For more information or to book a slot on the next available course simple email bikerdown@bedsfire.com

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1. Shefford Town Council , High Street, Shefford 2.

The Lakes Farm, Pedley Lane, Clifton

4. Shefford Fire Station

3. The Admiral Pub, Broad St, Clifton

5. STMA, Hitchin Rd, Shefford

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hen someone is having a Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA), every single second really does count. Knowing the exact location of your nearest Automated External Defibrillator (AED) can make all the difference between life and death.

Most public access AEDs are easy to use with voice guided instructions, meaning you can respond and provide immediate life saving treatment, before the ambulance service arrives.

AEDs when used within the first 3-5 minutes of a person suffering a Sudden Cardiac Arrest can dramatically increase a victims chance of survival from less than 5% to as much as 70%. AEDs were designed to be used by virtually anyone with little or no training or experience.

Where can I find my nearest AED / Defibrillator?

In Shefford :

In Clifton:

Shefford Town Council (15 High St, Shefford SG17 5DD)

The Admiral Pub car park

Shefford Community Fire Station

(1 Broad Street, Clifton, Shefford SG17 5RJ)

(12 Ivel Road, Shefford SG17 5JU)

The Lakes Farm Equestrian livery yard

Shefford Town Memorial Association - STMA

(Pedley Lane, Clifton, SG17 5EH)

(10 Hitchin Road, Shefford SG17 5JA)

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education

our trip to woodlands pre-school In this months section on education, what better place to start than a fantastic visit to Woodlands Pre-School in Clifton. Greeted with a friendly welcome by staff and pupils we had a very enjoyable afternoon dedication to children’s early development at its heart. Charitable status means that all surplus funds are ploughed back into the continuous improvement of our facilities, equipment and expertise, enabling us to purchase new equipment, refresh the play and learning environment and ensure that we operate above government set staff ratios to help every child constantly learn to be as resilient, capable, confident and self-assured as possible.

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oodlands pre-school nestles among the trees in its purposebuilt building and secure woodland outdoor environment on the school field behind Clifton All Saints Academy. The school has been on this site since September 2008, after being located in the Clifton church hall for over 30 years.

Our ethos has always been to provide an atmosphere and culture of welcome and inclusivity where children can thrive and learn through play with the help and support of our highly qualified team of Early Years Practitioners. We are all very proud of our “Outstanding” Ofsted awards.

We aim to understand and support our children’s families and hope to have the support and understanding of each family, delivering a virtuous circle of ‘evidence based’ positive reinforcement for each and every one of our unique children.

One aspect of Woodlands we are particularly proud of is our “Bluebirds Class” which we offer to children during the term before they start school. This initiative is set in a school classroom location but run by our own dedicated practitioners and staff helping the children make a smooth, secure and self-assured transition into full time education.

We are a registered charity overseen by a management committee with a diver- During “Bluebirds” we provide exsity of life experience and a variety of tended learning games and activities backgrounds in its membership and with such as rhyming, phonics and maths 12

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that are appropriate for the experience we have had with each child. Although we undertake more group activities, children are still able to learn through free play activities with a variety of toys and resources that are different from pre-school.

Children will by now also have a book bag to take home reading materials and home tasks. Our ‘show and tell’ time encourages children to bring in items that relate to the alphabet and numbers that the children learn each week.

A big thanks to the staff and pupils for welcoming us at Woodlands pre-school

Bluebirds is a brilliant way of preparing and supporting children for the transition to school. Children become used to the school sounds and sights and begin to engage in learning that will continue into reception class including stage 1 and stage 2 phonics, while still maintained and nurtured in the comfort and security of their existing relationships with our team.

by The Woodlands Team

THE WOODLANDS PRE SCHOOL

01462 811 486

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health

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hysiotherapists work with a wider population of people than some might think. Often associated with sports injuries and bad backs, there are numerous areas of the profession which are less well known.

Neurological Physiotherapy focuses on those conditions of the central nervous system - the brain and spinal cord.

Treating conditions such as Stroke, Head Injuries, Parkinson’s Disease and Multiple Sclerosis requires a different approach to that of someone experiencing smptoms from a different issue.

Neurological conditions vary considerably, and it is unlikely you will ever see the exact same symptoms from one individual to the next. Knowing how some conditions may change over time is important in helping to manage them effectively.

“Around 1 in 6 men and 1 in 5 women will have a stroke in their lifetime” Management from your GP as well as experienced Health Care Professionals in treating symptoms can help maximise individuals quality of life.

The nervous system is complex and controls everything from movement, sensation, speech and our ability to think. It is what makes us who we are and how we

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are able to function in everyday life, in different situations. So when something interrupts its ability to work in its usual way, such as a stroke, the consequences can be devastating.

It may be that if there is a problem with strength then balance may also be affected or vice versa. Individuals may have become less mobile and are finding walking very difficult paired with decreased confidence in carrying out everyday activities, which we often take for granted. Any combination of the above could lead to increased social isolation as well as having a psychological impact on their well being.

Around 1 in 6 men and 1 in 5 women will have a stroke in their lifet im e*.

This may lead to a long term disability.

Reducing the risk through lifestyle choices is the first thing people should address.

Improving your diet, exercising more and reducing alcohol consumption can help with other risk factors such as high blood pressure and high cholesterol.

So? What can you control?

By bEN ruby

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en is a Specialist Neurological Physiotherapist working in and around Shefford having moved to the area with his family 4 years ago. Providing a local service to those who require input from a Physiotherapist with extensive experience in the area of Neurology

Weight Smoking Exercise Alcohol Intake Drug Use If you are unsure how to go about doing this, then you should seek advice from a qualified Health

Professional who can sign post you to the right services. *State of the Nation 2018 - Stroke Association

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community

shefford over 60’s coffee club

by John McBurney

Last month I was invited along to the Shefford Over 60s Coffee Club. This is a fantastic community club, helping to bring together older people in the town and local villages.

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he club is all about fun, laughter and friendship and of course coffee, or tea, and perhaps even a biscuit or two. The club meets up between 9:30-11am every Wednesday at the Shefford Community Hall in Ampthill Road (next to the fish and chip shop) with annual membership costing just £5. The club’s main organisers are Sue and John Francis who have been involved

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with the club for 11 years. Between the two of them they do a superb job organising the clubs’ activities and weekly meet up. Carol Bickers and Denise Watson are the Refreshment Managers and they are responsible for organising the coffee bar with the kind help of volunteer Maureen Mander. Her husband, Richard Mander, also helps out, arriving early every week to put out the tables and chairs. The

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paying the rent and buying refreshments. The typical items that are sold on the produce table include plants, fruit, flowers, vegetables, jams, pickles, eggs, baking etc. basically anything you can grow or eat is the order of the day.

loneliness. If you know of an older person, who you suspect may be suffering from loneliness or perhaps would benefit from meeting new friends then please tell them all about the Shefford Over 60s Coffee Club and bring them along to one of the weekly club On the day that I visited, meetings. Everyone will the community hall was full get a very warm welcome, of people, of varying ages, plus, a delicious latte. socialising and enjoying conversations. The activity If you want to find out more on the day was a quiz, with information about the club, Sue Francis making an ex- simply contact Sue or John cellent quiz master. on 01234 381533.

Volunteers: John & Sue Francis

Another great thing about the Coffee Club is the quality of the coffee. To be completely honest I was expecting a cup of freeze dried instant coffee, but no, I was pleasantly surprised at the delicious latte I received. At just 50p this alone is good enough reason to come along on a Wednesday.

club really does appreciate Recently, there has been the kind work done by all of coverage in the media regarding loneliness. Loneliits volunteers. ness is a real and present One of the best things problem affecting 1.2 milabout the coffee club is that lion older people in the they have a ‘produce’ ta- UK. It is associated with deble. Coffee Club members pression, sleep problems, bring along produce that impaired cognitive health, they want to sell, with all increased blood pressure, proceeds going back into psychological stress and the club to help towards mental health problems. subsidising the functions The Coffee Club is the perheld throughout the year, fect way to help reduce Don’t forget to mention LivingLife when contacting advertisers

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fitness corner

run shefford: we catch up with a friendly group of local runners Pete’s pre-run warm up

Have you ever wanted to run? Maybe you ran at school and didn’t enjoy it, or possibly you’ve run previously but found it difficult to get back out again after taking a break?

Alternatively, maybe you do already run and would like to run with others but have not found the confidence or the right group to join up with?

If the answer to any of these questions is ‘Yes’ then, hopefully, RunShefford can help!

We are a Shefford based running group, set up over three years ago, operating from the STMA Sports and Social Club on Hitchin Road. Our sessions cater for all ages and abilities of runners and we have helped in excess of 200 people in the local area either get started or continue their running journey!

We have hosted several successful Couch-2-5K training courses over the years which have helped those who have never run gain the confidence to do so and build up to a distance of 5 kilometres over the 8 week duration of the course.

Our group is a RunTogether group which means all of our Leaders have received training and are insured by England Athletics to safely organise and run group led sessions.

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In addition, all of our sessions are free and the only cost to you is in the time and enthusiasm you are willing to commit!

Over the coming months we’ll cover what we do in the sessions in more detail and offer some advice on how you can get started if you wish to get fitter and take up running.

In the meantime, feel free to come along to one of our sessions on either Monday at 7:15pm or Thursday at 7:30pm or join us on the RunShefford Facebook group or page and keep up to date on what we have going on!

We will also be hosting another Couch-2-5K training course in January 2019 which you’ll be able to sign up to by following this link: Enthusiastic runners, ready to set out for their evening session, headtorches at the ready (safety first)

https://groups.runtogether.co.uk/RunShefford

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community

We Remember Communities across Bedfordshire and the whole of the UK came together to honour those who gave their lives for their country and also mark the 100th anniversary of the end of the First World War. In Shefford, the morning parade to the War Memorial started at 10:35am with the procession marching into the town centre.

As part of the Act of Remembrance, white doves were released to coincide with the two-minute silence. In the evening there was a gathering in St Michael’s Church with a commemorative display by Shefford History Group, also the lighting of the Shefford Beacon outside the church.

In Clifton there was a remembrance service at the war memorial at 10:45am followed by a procession to All Saints’ Church where a Royal British Legion ser-

vice was held. A total of ÂŁ2,631.26 was raise from Clifton for The Royal British Legion.

All events were exceptionally well attended.

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“They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old: Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn. At the going down of the sun and in the morning, We will remember them.”

Laurence Binyon, For The Fallen

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attractions

Hoo Hill Maze A good old fashioned treat for all the family!

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by John McBurney

eading out of Shefford on the Hitchin Road, raised flower beds on the right announce that you have arrived at ‘Hoo Hill Maze’, an intriguing and mystical place.

Created, run and managed by a lovely gentleman on his private land, Hoo Hill Maze is a popular visitor attraction, full of charm and conveniently located just a stones throw-away.

history of the maze The maze was designed and planted in 1983 by owner, John Brindle, and required over 1000 Golden Leylandii saplings. About 10 years later, as the maze became established, an extension was added to one side. Over recent years, John has been working hard to develop the areas of land surrounding the maze, this includes areas to play games, peaceful and reflective spaces to enjoy the natural surroundings, and a continual programme of creative planting. Recently two log cabins were added which are ideal for indoor picnic or simply somewhere to shelter from adverse weather.

The maze measures 30 metres square, and 2 metres high, with a 6 metre square centre. This is not huge if compared to mazes found at stately mansions, however, the complex labyrinth of paths and turns make this a challenging maze to successfully complete. The maze itself is beautifully maintained, however, the surrounding gardens are also fascinating, full of obscure fairytale items including dinosaurs in the trees, ornaments and sculptures.

There are no facilities to buy food or drink but there are plenty of benches and indoor areas so it is recommended that you bring your own picnic. There is also an ample sized car park able to cope with increased visitor numbers during busy periods.

Can you remember the pattern for the next time you visit the maze?

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youth groups like the Scouts and Girl Guides. The whole venue is a perfect place for young people to explore and have fun. The maze is also an ideal events venue. Over the years it has hosted weddings, birthday parties, charity events and fancy dress parties.

The location is also popular with film makers with BBC Newsnight visiting the maze last year to film a short story about Bitcoin Mining.

OPENING TIMES The maze and surrounding play and garden areas are generally open at the weekends and during the school holidays. During the winter months and Christmas holidays the maze is generally closed, however, it may be possible to arrange a visit, your best bet is to phone John Brindle directly.

You can contact John on 07752 736889 to discuss your plans.

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Carol Concert

Wednesday 5th December Doors Open: 6:45pm

The Free Church, Norton Way, Letchworth, SG6 1NX

Adults ÂŁ8, Children (16 and under) ÂŁ4 Carols by City Chorus Choir Hosted by Mr Speaker (Tom Donovan) Supported by: a School Choir Refreshments Available

For tickets and more information visit www.ghhospicecare.org.uk @GHHospice or call our Fundraising Team Garden House Hospice on 01462 679540

Registered Charity 295257

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WHAT’S ON GUIDE

If you are organising an event or activity during January or February and want it added to our What’s On Guid in our next issue. If we promote your event in this section and it has ended or details have changed, please le

SPORTS, HEALTH & WELLBEING

it’s a date Light up Clifton When:

2/12/18 4.30pm Where:

The Admiral Pub

run shefford running club

Father Xmas and Sleigh, Children’s Roundabout, Prize Raffle, Stalls, Choir, Refreshments & Mulled Wine.

When:

Weekly M/Th Where:

STMA Shefford

Run Shefford organise two running sessions per week on Monday at 7:15pm and Thursday at 7:30pm.

Shefford Christmas Lights

Get Fit with Tessa

1/12/18 3-8pm

Weekly M/Th

When:

Where:

The Admiral Pub

On the High Street there will be many different stalls and food stands. The switch on will be at 5pm followed by Carol Singing.

When:

Where: Clifton Community Centre

Aerobic Classes, Mondays and Thursdays at 7:30pm, Clifton Community Centre, for further info contact Tessa on 07787 970810 www.getfitwithtessa.com

Thai Kick Boxing When:

Weekly Mondays

food, drink & markets Christmas Wine Sale When:

9/12/18 11-4pm Where:

Southill Park

Warden Abbey Community Vineyard, The Stable Yard, Southill Park, SG18 9LJ, more info at www.wardenvineyard.org.uk

Shefford Farmers Market When:

Shefford Farmers’ Market is held on the 2nd Saturday of every month Where: located on Shefford High Shefford High Street Street

8/12/18 9-1pm

Christmas Artisan Fair When:

2/12/18 10-4pm Where:

Bedford Corn Exchange

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Made in Bedford’s Christmas Artisan Fair, is the place to go if you are looking for original Christmas gifts. Bedford Corn Exchange, 13 St. Paul’s Square, MK40 1SL.

Where: Community Hall Shefford

5:30–6:30pm Children, 6:30–7:45pm Adults Punch Fit Circuit Training 8-9pm. Contact Miggy Marcantonio on 07885 249745 or email miggy.0801@ntlworld. com

CLUBS, GROUPS AND SOCIETIES Over 60s Coffee Club When:

Weekly Weds Where: Community Hall Shefford

The club meets up between 9:30-11am. Annual membership is £5. If you want more information about the club, simply contact Sue or John Francis on 01234 381533

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de then please email across the details to admin@livinglifemagazine.co.uk for publication et us know so that we can keep the information current, thank you.

MUSIC, DANCE & ENTERTAINMENT

Kids Run Free

jack and the beanstalk

1st/3rd Sat

When:

Jan & Feb 19 Where:

Henlow Theatre

25-27th January and 1-2nd February, £9 Adults, £7 Concessions, for more info visit: www. henlowtheatre.org.uk

Campton School of Dance When:

Weekly

Where: Shefford & Campton

Shefford - Mondays after school - Ballet, Tap and Modern.Campton – Tues & Weds after school - Ballet, Tap and Modern. contact: Lynda 07765 964495

When:

Where: Millennium Green Park

Story Time When:

December Where:

Shefford Library

1st and 3rd Saturday of every month at Millennium Green Park, Purcell Way SG17 5RY. Arrive at 8:45 am for warm ups and the running starts at 09:00 am for an hour. For more information visit www. kidsrunfree.co.uk Come and enjoy some lovely picture books at the relaxed story session in the Children’s Library.

Suitable for pre-school children.10:30 – 11:00am on 4th, 11th, and 18th December

Christmas Music Concert When:

7/12/18 7pm Where:

Samuel Whitbread Academy

Samuel Whitbread Academy, Adults £5, Concessions (student/child/senior) £3 www.ticketsource. co.uk/swaconcert

Cinderella – BEST Panto When:

1-14 Dec 7pm Where:

Samuel Whitbread Academy

BEST Performing Arts present their seasonal pantomime of Cinderella.

Main hall 7pm, doors open at 6:30pm, Adults £7, Concessions £5. www.ticketsource.co.uk/ swaconcert

family & Children Hartbeeps When:

Weekly Fri Where: Community Hall Shefford

8.30am-12.30pm. The most original, musical, baby, toddler and preschool class on the planet.

For info contact Jodi Heaysman 07735 572828

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