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FocusOn this month is related to ‘Pets & Animals’.

We have adverts from related businesses plus a range of articles including advice and tips on leaving your dog at home alone and the joy of keeping horses and ponies.

We take a look at how crafting can make you happy and the importance of shopping local.

We also discover Artisans in the Yard, the brand new destination in Shefford.

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This month we have a new puzzle feature, can you ‘spot the difference’? And of course we have our regular features including our Delivery Boys’ Review, who stop off to refuel at the Shefford Tandoori, plus Money Matters and our invaluable What’s On Guide.

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6 Horses & ponies A brief look at all things equine at the Lakes Farm

8 top tips to keep pets safe & well Local animal expert provides sound advice for pet owners

10 the benefits of aloe vera The natural plant extract that’s also good for your pets

12 home alone Sometimes a dog needs help to learn it is OK to be alone

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15 the importance of posture

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Ben Ruby examines an important aspect of everyday life

17 money matters Our regular feature touching on all things financial

18 delivery boys’ review We check out and review the local eateries whilst delivering the mag

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

26 love your local Local business woman, Emily, explains why it is good to shop local

27 artisans in the yard Creative people from the local area show case their work in Shefford

30 spot the difference Check out our brand new puzzle feature!

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31 the hidden value of crafting Creativity. Julie Hornsby explores the fun of discovering what you can do!

32 what’s on guide

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This month’s guide for everything happening in the local area

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Horses and ponies bring so much fun to people

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he Newman family have farmed and lived at The Lakes since 1968 and started the DIY Livery Yard 20 years ago. Lots of people have kept their horses and ponies there and have enjoyed riding around the farm, in the school and surrounding countryside.

There is a farm committee which organises lots of events (shows and clinics etc.) and we have also raised money for the local Air Ambulance, which has come to the rescue on a couple of occasions. There is also a On Thursday 25th March at the Clifton Cricket defibrillator located at the yard.

Club between 7.30-10pm, the committee are holding a Road Safety event to promote harmony and create safer roads.

The director of road safety from The British Horse Society will be giving a presentation along with local police and councillors. Everyone is welcome and entry is only ÂŁ2 on door.

Keeping horses and ponies is a lot of fun and although hard work, all ages can enjoy it. Some people like to take part in competitions whilst others just like to ride around the village and enjoy being with their animals.

The Lakes also has a fishing lake which many people enjoy.

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Top Tips for keeping your pets safe & well

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s spring approaches the longer (and hopefully warmer) days mean we all spend more time outdoors and start giving thought to summer holidays and days away. Here are a few tips to help keep your pets safe and well: DO use a well-fitting harness or collar and if needed invest in some training classes to ensure you have good control off lead.

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amount of your cover and the excess you will be required to pay. Some insurers prefer your pet to be referred to a selected list of specialists centres, therefore you could be charged an additional fee if your pet is referred elsewhere. It is often not feasible Cleo

DO make sure your pet is up to date with worm, flea and tick control. Your vet will advise you of the most suitable and effective treatments for your pet.

DO ensure your pet is up to date with their vaccinations. Remember the booster appointment is not just about vaccinations, it is also their annual health check.

DO have your pets microchipped (it is a legal requirement for dogs) and make for the vet to claim costs directly from the sure your contact details are kept up to insurance company, so give some thought date on the database. as to how you would cover the vet bills whilst your insurance claim is being proDO make sure you know your vets arrange- cessed. ments for Out of Hours (OOH) care. If you go on holiday with your pets, take some DO make sure dog walkers/pet sitters/cattime to research the nearest vets and their teries or kennels have your correct conOOH arrangements. If your pet has ongoing tact details. If you cannot be contacted, or complex medical needs, it helps to have ensure they have the number of someone their clinical notes sent ahead and remem- you trust to make decisions for your pet on ber to take their medication with you. your behalf. This person should be aware of your pet insurance terms and your wishes DO familiarize yourself with the terms for their treatment should your pet become of your pet insurance policy. Know the injured or ill.

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Hopefully you will never need to use the vets in an emergency but good preparation will make these situations a lot less stressful and your vet can ensure your pet gets the care they need as quickly as possible.

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noise phobia and anxiety, now is the time to start working with your vet and behaviourist.

There is no quick fix and coping strategies take time to trial and implement.

Lastly, I know Bonfire night seems light If you can put in the time now, it will pay diviyears away but if your pet suffers from dends when it comes to firework season.

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the benefits of aloe vera for cats & dogs

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rom my experience, owners want their animals in the best possible health for as long as possible. Aloe Vera has become very popular in recent years becoming a staple household item in your first aid kit to help provide the best for your pets (and humans) in times of illness or injury.

An ancient remedy, humans have been recording the benefits of natural aloe vera for thousands of years. Evidence of its use has been found in Egyptian tombs, ancient Greece as well as Roman, Chinese and Indian texts – with even references in the bible.

So.... how can this amazing plant be used to benefit our four legged friends? Well here It’s what’s inside that counts. The most is a simple breakdown for you. useful part of the Aloe Vera plant is the cool, nourishing gel found inside each leaf. INTERNALLY This substance can be used topically to Aloe Vera gel added to their food can prohelp soothe, moisturise and cool the skin, vide lots of vitamins & minerals essential and can also be taken orally as a nutritional for your pets’ health. Cats may need it supplement. added very slowly, but once used to it, they take it very well. It is being consumed by many individuals to help relieve symptoms Benefits include: of digestive problems such as colitis and Immune function support IBS, and appears to benefit animals in the Skin health same way.

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ARTHRITIS AND JOINTS

TEETH

An Aloe Vera gel that contains glucosamine, Aloe Vera Gelly spread on the gums of pupchondroitin and MSM can help contribute pies can sooth the discomfort of teething to the normal function of healthy joints. and may even help to avoid some of the puppy chewing associated with sore gums.

For older cats and dogs spreading Aloe Vera SKIN Aloe Vera gel supports normal healthy skin Gelly on their gums and teeth can help and animal coats from the inside as well break down plaque and sooth sore and inas topically. Aloe can sooth minor irrita- flamed gums. tions of the skin, stings, bites and urticaria.

You can use an Aloe Vera spray for easy application, and Aloe Vera Gelly to soothe the sore areas.

WOUNDS & ABSCESSES

Clean minor wounds, abscesses and grazes with Aloe Vera spray, then apply either Aloe Vera Gelly or an Aloe Vera cream with propolis to help support effective healing and provide comfort.

NOTE: At all times, seek veterinary attention for any serious injuries.

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home alone Sometimes a dog needs help to learn it is OK to be alone

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any dogs struggle to be left home alone - around 16% of all dogs are estimated to suffer from separation anxiety; that’s around 3-400 dogs just in the Shefford & Clifton area! So, if your dog is scratching at doors, having accidents at home, barking excessively, or chewing and destroying things when you go out, you’re certainly not alone. It can be very distressing for both the dog and the owner; the financial and emotional impact can’t be underestimated.

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Plans are rarely quick; anything from 6 weeks to 6 months work may be required. A behaviourist will teach you how to desensitise your dog to the signals that tell them you are leaving - so your dog doesn’t get stressed in the build up to your departure. They’ll help you train your dog to cope with separations, sometimes starting with just a few seconds of absence. Meanwhile, getting a dog walker or daycare may be vital. With planning and support, this difficult behaviour can be resolved in the majority of cases. So take heart, and make a start.

Your first port of call should be your vet. They will be able to check your dog thoroughly to rule out any medical causes for the symptoms. For example, toilet accidents could actually be linked to urinary problems, or perhaps an ageing dog is less able to wait for you to come home. Assuming your dog gets a clean bill of health, your next job is to rule out other explanations. Is your dog barking at passersby or other disturbances? Are they appropriately exercised? Some dogs get too much excitement, and then find it hard to wind down, so adding extra high energy exercise may not necessarily help. Dogs that don’t get enough mental stimulation may resort to boredom chewing. So, make sure your dog’s lifestyle and environment suits them; simple adjustments may help.

If you’re sure you’re dealing with separation anxiety, you will need a very carefully organised treatment plan. Every dog is different, so every plan will be different, there’s no “one cap fits all” answer. Getting help from a qualified behaviourist will certainly help you break down exactly what steps your dog needs, and give you the essential moral support to keep you motivated.

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the importance of posture

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verybody has different posture, which changes throughout our lives and varies depending on what we do from day to day. We can have different postural sets when sitting and standing and these have been adopted over a long period of time. There are times when our postures can change due to injury and this should be noticeable by the fact you are not standing like you normally do or favouring one side more than the other.

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ments. Once this stage is over and you are raising your baby, how you carry your child, push the buggy, change nappies etc. all has an impact on how you are holding yourself upright. These are all repetitive tasks as a parent and with that often comes weakening, tightening and compensation in areas of your body.

A useful link which provides tips on posture is below. It talks about common postures and exercises to help. Exercise is the way to address a lot of these problems, you can’t ‘fix’ posture Our posture is not the easiest thing to cor- through manipulation so if a Health Care Prorect, when you start holding yourself in a fessional gives you exercises to work on, please different position, it will feel unnatural and do them! you will easily fall back into what you are used to. The important thing is to work on it https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/exercise/ if it is a cause of discomfort or pain. In order common-posture-mistakes-and-fixes/ to determine this, it is best to seek advice from a qualified Health Care Professional.

Common things which change our posture: Injury Pregnancy – and subsequent parenthood Work Your posture will often adapt to what you are exposing it to. For example, if you work at a desk, you may be looking at a computer screen and leaning on the desk to use the keyboard. Slumping and leaning through your arms whilst possibly keeping your chin poking forward could lead to discomfort. This may be possible to correct with some simple changes to the height of your chair, screen and distance the keyboard is from the edge of the desk. These may all sound like very simple adjustments but could make quite a bit of difference.

Pregnancy will obviously affect how you stand, walk and sit as you start to compensate for the change of weight and centre of gravity. This is further exacerbated by the increased laxity (loosening) in your ligaDon’t forget to mention LivingLife when contacting advertisers

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s r y e e t Mon Mat

Low interest rates are so bad for savers, should I keep my money under the bed?

We are all feeling the rising cost of making ends meet and worry that the outcome of Brexit will hit our pockets even harder. One solution is to make our savings work harder than leaving funds under the bed or in the bank at low interest.

One opportunity is to learn about linking our savings to the FTSE 100 Index. The amount you get back at any time goes up when the index rises and falls when it goes down. So you can make a profit or a loss depending on when you draw your money out. But why do I suggest this might be an opportunity at the moment? As I write, the index is more than 10% lower than it’s all time high and in the past the index has always returned to its highest level and then risen even higher.

Unless history fails to repeat itself there is a profit of 10% or more to be made by putting money in that you might not need to draw in the short term.

Money in the bank earning half a per cent interest per annum would take 20 years to earn 10%! Few would doubt that the Index of the performance of Britain’s largest 100 companies will take that long to recover. Google ‘FTSE 100 index Tracker funds’ and learn more about it or email us for more information.

If you have questions that you need answered to do with savings and investments you can contact Robert at harrisfinancialfriend@gmail.com Robert’s job is not to give financial advice but to use simple explanations that help you along the way

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DELIVERY BOYS’ REVIEW We check out the local restaurants & eateries of Shefford & Clifton, and report back

by John McBurney & Andrew Martin we opted for a pickle tray with 4 popadoms, which were ‘oh so very tasty’! We could have devoured more, but it’s important to keep a space for mains. Andrew ordered chicken tikka bhoona with peshwari nan and I ordered one of the Shalim’s recommendations (Mr. Shalim is the proprietor), the garlic handi bakara with a garlic nan.

We also ordered a mushroom pilau rice and a side dish of sag aloo (potato and spinach).

The food was delicious, especially the tender chicken breast, amazing flavoursome e really do enjoy delivering our sauces and the freshly cooked nan breads. magazine, but an 8 hour delivery day really does take it’s The service from the staff is top notch, a toll, working up an enormous friendly team who are super-efficient. In appetite. Usually our first day of delivery summary, this is a lovely restaurant, servcovers the north and west regions of Shef- ing delicious food that tastes great and is ford and typically the working day will end served nice and hot. on the High Street. With a large number of restaurants to choose from, we decided to The restaurant also offers a take-away servisit the Shefford Tandoori for some tasty vice, which is positively thriving as seen by the constant stream of customers who arnourishment. rived to collect their evening meal.

We arrived at around 6:30pm, half expecting the restaurant to be empty. However, Talat, our waiter, was very tentative and we were quite surprised to see how busy it most cheerful and he liked to call us ‘boss’. was at such an early time, which is always a good sign for a restaurant. Immediately we It’s nice to be called boss. were greeted by our friendly and enthusiastic waiter called Talat and we were soon seated at our well presented table.

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Executors and Beneficiaries Where There’s a Will There’s a Way

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n January’s issue we spoke about making the New Year’s resolution to make a Will and protect your family’s future, we were pleased that so many of you got in touch with us to find out more. So this month we thought we’d look into who and what you need to consider when writing a Will.

Executors:

An executor is someone who you choose to carry out your wishes when you are no longer here. It can be a complicated job, even if your wishes are quite simple. You should think carefully about who you choose to be left the job of dividing up your estate, make sure you give them time to think about taking the role on as they may even be given the task of selling your property and making sure the right amount of inheritance and capital gains tax is paid. Not an easy feat. You should choose someone who cares for you and who you trust, many people choose family, friends, a spouse, partner or even a professional such as a solicitor.

Executors must be aged 18 or over and there is nothing stopping an executor also being a beneficiary. We always suggest having more than one executor, in the event that one dies before you but they will have to act together in this role, so perhaps leaving the job to people who don’t see eye to eye is something to consider carefully.

If you die without a Will, you are dying intestate. This can make things complicated and also means that the law decides how your estate is divided; which may not be what you want.

Beneficiaries:

Beneficiaries are the people you choose to benefit from your estate you leave behind. Another important decision to make is who gets your worldly possessions when you are no longer here? Who will you leave your property to? How will you divide your estate between your loved ones?

You may have already made a Will and have named your children or Grandchildren and since making your Will have welcomed new members of your family into the world. You may want to have your Will reviewed and add your little bundles of joy so they benefit and are included in your wishes. On the other hand, you may want to take out a previously named beneficiary for ex20

ample, if you get divorced or separate from your partner.

You may also want to consider your beloved furry family members. Did you know, you can leave your pets to a specific person to be cared for once you’re not around to do so anymore? You can even leave your entire estate to your pets, which is then held in trust.

Like Gunther, thought to be the world’s richest dog.

According to BBC News, Gunther III, a German shepherd, inherited $65 million when his owner, the late German countess Karlotta Liebenstein died in 1992. The humans who managed his doggy estate eventually invested Gunther’s money and turned it into $375 million which was passed onto Gunther’s son, Gunther IV.

For more information please contact

Will Trust & Protect Ltd 01462 615233 www.willtrustandprotect.co.uk

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SCENE BY YOU Your chance to share your favourite photos

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Disused branchline to RAF Chicksands, near Ireland Robin by the River

Campton Plantation - the edge of Shefford My selfie with Casper

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COMMUNITY

Love Your Local

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y supporting local businesses we support our community.

Everybody benefits. If local businesses grow, there are more opportunities to employ apprentices and other local people.

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Small and family run companies like ours, care about, and want to be involved in our community. Whether that’s by using other similar businesses, helping charities, or getting involved in local events like fairs and fetes.

We get the opportunity to know our customers on a personal level, which helps us provide the best customer service we can, and in turn, customers get to know

the people operating the business, which normally means they get to speak to the same person every time they make an enquiry or visit us.

Running a small company requires a lot of dedication. It’s something you have to be very passionate about. By choosing to use a local business, customers have the assurance of attention to detail; the fact that someone is always on hand to help and that their custom will always be valued.

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We’re very lucky. Here in Shefford, Clifton and surrounding villages we have some fantastic local businesses. Why not give them a try before travelling further afield?

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Artisans in the Yard - a New Destination ‘Artisans in the Yard’ is a new destination in Shefford. Full of exciting work by a group of creative people living and working in the area - see the ever changing work which is on show and for sale.

Annette Glenn, who runs the Yard, paints in a contemporary colourful style using watercolours, acrylics and alcohol inks, Erika Price makes her own amazing stylish jewellery, Lucas Ling is a modern day blacksmith who is showing items crafted using traditional tools, Brian Pettifer is a dedicated wood turner, Jim Francis makes sculptures in pewter resin, and Irina Polis from Uzbekistan creates amazing ornate art pieces using a variety of materials. She is new on the market. It is a cracking place to find an interesting gift or something to enhance your home! Two more artists and a ceramic specialist are joining us this month.

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The Gallery is open on Fridays and Saturdays from 10am ’til 4pm but if you wanted to come during the week then pop in if you can see the ‘Open’ sign or you can arrange an appointment with Adrian Goulding who will be busy in his workshop on the premises. He can show you around and also give advice on furniture restoration and all things wood. Just call 07909 876400.

‘Artisans in the Yard’ is at 44 High Street, Shefford, SG17 5DG, rear of Shefford Building Supplies (which is also a fantastic place to visit) …go through the archway and follow the sign.

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Spot the Difference Thanks to Tracey Birch-Johnson, one of our followers on Facebook, who came up with the splendid idea of having a ‘spot the difference’ puzzle in the magazine

Can you spot 10 differences in the two photos?

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The Hidden Value of Crafting

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often hear people say ‘Oh I can’t draw a straight line!’ Well, you don’t need to.

Creativity is about the fun of discovering what you can do! In our fast paced society, with the many labour saving tools and gadgets designed to make life easier, we seem to have less time to ourselves, less time to re-charge and connect with our creative side. People suffer with stress, they can ‘burn-out’, feeling unfulfilled which can lead to depression. In days gone by people had to hone their creative skills out of necessity. Knitting and sewing, make do and mend in the war years. Although the necessity, in that sense, isn’t around anymore, it is my belief that it is paramount to well being to stay in touch with our creativity.

Over the years of facilitating craft groups it has become evident that the process of creating is a healing one. I have had the pleasure of working with all manner of groups, young mums, the elderly, troubled

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teenagers, carers, W.I. and retired people. I have seen that people change whilst creating something. I help them nurture their creation and watch it develop. It gives me enormous pleasure to see someone bloom in their confidence and creativity, and are proud of their achievement.

I urge anyone who feels they are missing something from their lives, who are stressed, lonely or even just bored, to seek out a craft group or activity (there are loads about). It may be just what you’re looking for.

Remember, even if your first creative attempt isn’t wonderful, no one is judging.

YOU made it and it is unique. Just enjoy the process.

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WHAT’S ON GUIDE it’s a date

SPORTS, HEALTH & WELLBEING

What:

Mad March Hare Day

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run shefford running club

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Saturday 9th March

When:

Weekly Mon/Thurs

Artisans in the Yard, Rear of 44 High Street, Open 10-4, Come and view art for sale as well as meeting the artists, free tea & cake! Dont forget to wear a silly hat!

Paint a horseshoe

What: When:

Saturday 23rd March

Join Julie at PrettyDifferent at The Orchard Community Centre, Biggleswade. Suitable for beginners. She will show you the techniques to produce a piece of work to be proud of.

food, drink & markets What:

Table Top Sale

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Saturday 9th March

St. Marys Church Hall, Stotfold, 10am-12pm. For availability of tables (£5) telephone 01462 834108. Proceeds go to church restoration.

What:

Food & Garden Festival (Beds)

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27th-28th April from 10am

Delicious food, beautiful flowers, garden inspiration and birds of prey! Now THAT’S a day out! At Herring Green Farm Falconry Centre, Wilstead

CLUBS, GROUPS AND SOCIETIES

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

Get Fit With Tessa

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Weekly Mon/Thurs

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

What:

Thai Kick Boxing

When:

Weekly Mondays

Children 5:30–6:30pm, Adults 6:30–7:45pm, Circuit Training 8-9pm. Contact Miggy Marcantonio on 07885 249745. Located in Shefford Community Hall.

What:

Tai Chi Shefford

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Sundays & Mondays

Drop-in classes available for beginners on Mondays at 2.30pm or on Sundays at 6.30pm. Located in Shefford Community Hall.

What:

Bedford Parkrun

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Weekly

A weekly, off road, traffic free, 5K timed run / race, free to enter event. Visit www.parkrun.org.uk/bedford

What:

Over 60s Coffee Club

What:

Flitwick 10K Road Race

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Weekly Wednesdays

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Sunday 14th Apr 2019

What:

Clifton Walking Group

What:

Kids Run Free

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Weekly, Monday to Friday

When:

1st / 3rd Saturday

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

Clifton walkers meet at 4.15pm every week day and walk for an hour around the area for about 3 miles. Please contact Sue Cross 07768 105570 for details

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A fast, scenic and undulating road race around the outskirts of Flitwick. Register at www.flitwick10k.org

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. Visit www.kidsrunfree.co.uk

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MUSIC, DANCE & ENTERTAINMENT Helen Lester Vocals Live

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Hartbeeps

1st March

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Beds festival of music

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Rhyme Time

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2nd - 9th March

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Thursdays

Juke @ Brewery Tap

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Jazz, Funk, Soul, Pop, Rock, Motown, Musicals & More. Free entry, Doors opens at 7pm, performance from 8pm, STMA Sports & Social Club - Free Entry

Bedfordshire festival of music, speech & drama The Festival takes place at the Bedford Corn Exchange during the first week of March.

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Clairvoyant Night

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15th March

A night of Clairvoyance at the STMA with Denise Newman, doors open 7pm, show starts 8pm, Tickets £15, reserve/pay in advance at venue or on the door on the night.

Comedy Night

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16th March

Starring ‘President Obonjo’ and ‘Ian Stone’ at Shefford Sports Club, show starts at 8pm, £10PP, Tickets 07779 990020 or graham@litchford.co.uk

uche eke - performing live

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16th March

Performing Live at the Mepershall village hall, starts at 8pm till late. Tickets £10 on the door. Contact Helen on 07989 914941 for details.

Spring Music Concert

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Bring your little ones along to sing while they learn (term time only). Book your place. Suitable for pre-school children. 10-10:30am and 11-11:30am. Shefford Library

9th March

Juke, a band who really know how to rock, embark on their ‘one for the Road’ tour. Entry is FREE, 8:30 - 11pm.

20th March

Spring music concert at Samual Whitbread Academy, Shefford at 7pm, Tickets £4 (Adults) £3 (Concessions) www.ticketsource.co.uk/swaconcert

Weekly Fridays

8.30am-12.30pm. The most original, musical, baby, toddler and pre-school class on the planet. For info contact Jodi Heaysman 07735 572828. Shefford Community Hall.

Campton School of Dance Weekly

Shefford - Mondays after school - Ballet, Tap and Modern.

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

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Road Safety Talk 25th April

Promoting harmony and creating safer roads. Doors open at 7pm, Clifton Cricket Club, suggested £2 donation per person.

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