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News

Lifestyle

Herts at War How to buy a pet

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Local Business Arc+Be Crafts of the World

Community Cercle Francais

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great features for you read from our regular writers and we hear about local French group – Cercle Francais. Please get in contact if you would like us to showcase your local group or association.

HOW TO BUY A PET Herts at War

Arc+Be

The Architecture & Beauty

● Old Knebworth ● Codicote ● Welwyn Knebworth

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of Kitchens Datchworth ● Woolmer

● Kimpton Green ● Tewin ● Whitwell

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DATCHWORTH PUB BUCKS THE TREND With 31 pubs closing every week across the UK1 the Plough in the picturesque Hertfordshire village of Datchworth is bucking the trend having been re-opened under new ownership.

Local residents Nick & Diana Collingridge seized the opportunity to purchase this village pub after Greene King placed the freehold on the market. Nick said “A good pub is an important part of the community in any village, and this is especially the case in such a friendly village as Datchworth. It is great that we have been able to secure this pub which had been somewhat unloved in recent times, and I know from many conversations with locals that its rebirth is warmly welcomed” The pub was closed for a short while to allow refurbishment to take place and is now under the management of the team from the Good Beer Guide listed Our Mutual Friend in Stevenage. Nick added “We are delighted to have such a well-respected, experienced and enthusiastic team as our tenants at the Plough” Andy Rawnsley, licensee of both pubs commented “We are delighted to have the opportunity to run the Plough and will work hard to deliver a welcoming pub that is a focal point for the village.”

The Plough now has an emphasis on quality real ale and cider including the popular Highwayman, a locally brewed beer, from Buntingford Brewery. Local celebrity Barry Norman formally reopened the pub to cheers from a large crowd of locals last month. http://camra.org.uk/camra-urges-55000-festival-goers-to-lobby-government-over-failure-to-close-planning-loopholes-as-pub-closures-rise-to-31-per-week/

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RIVERS BEANE AND MIMRAM CAMPAIGNS ARE SO CLOSE TO SUCCESS The Rivers Beane and Mimram are two of only 200 chalk rivers left in the world and for many years they have been running dry in our area. The River Beane Restoration Association and Friends of the Mimram have long been raising awareness of the issue of over-abstraction. This occurs when the water companies take too much water from the river.

Stephen McPartland, Member of Parliament for Stevenage, said, “I have campaigned alongside these groups for some years now and actually walked along the River Beane’s dry riverbed with over 50 local campaigners to highlight how much water is being taken.

“We are making huge progress here in Hertfordshire, and I am delighted that the Environment Agency has announced they are proposing to change Affinity Water’s licence. They have served notice on the water company to significantly reduce the amount of water which is allowed to be abstracted at Whitehall Pumping Station for the River Beane. To protect the River Mimram they want to completely revoke the licence to abstract water at Fulling Mill. The notices will take effect from 1st April 2018, but we hope to see progress before then.

“We are so close, we just need to keep on campaigning and our rivers will flow again locally.”

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Herts at War WRITTEN BY LEIGH GOLDSMITH (LILYLAWLER@GOOGLEMAIL.COM)

2014 has seen the worldwide recognition and celebration of the centenary of the Great War of 1914. Across the world, commemorations and memorial services have been carried out to remember and honor all those who tragically lost their lives as a direct result of World War One between 1914 and 1918.

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he county of Hertfordshire was not exempt from the hardship of war and as the fighting gathered momentum, it was not long before the young men of Hertfordshire were called to battle. For many, it would be their last journey, never to return home. For others, their lives would change forever. Those who lost loved ones were forced to continue life alone and often penniless, while others struggled to care for their now disabled spouse. From bombing raids to food rationing, life in Hertfordshire dramatically changed and now residents lived their lives under the veil of a raging World War. In 2012, the initial concept of Herts at War was born. The idea of documenting, investigating and commemorating the untold and forgotten stories of life in Hertfordshire from 1914 – 1918 became the driving force behind the evolution of the heritage project. For the founders of Herts at War, the lives of both civilians at home in Hertfordshire and the soldiers on the front line who offered their lives for their country, deserved a voice. Over the last two years the Herts at War project has carried out substantial research and uncovered extraordinary tales of those who lived and died in Hertfordshire during the Great War. Along with the founders, Dan Hill, Jon Grant and Dan Townsend, over one hundred volunteers and a team of historians, teachers and heritage workers, are committed to bringing Hertfordshire’s wartime past to life.

“The centenary of World War One provides huge opportunity to promote remembrance throughout the county and build a lasting legacy for all those in the county who have lived and died through the war,” Dan Hill has said. As one of the largest individual commemorative Great War projects in the UK, Herts at War are striving to educate and involve all aspects of the community.

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Another key aim of the project is to raise enough money to purchase and build a memorial in St. Julien, where Hertfordshire lost so many of its men. The memorial placement is scheduled to take place on July 31st 2017, one hundred years to the day since the unforgettable loss.

On August 4th 2014 the Herts at War exhibition opened their doors to the public at The Arcade in Letchworth. The project unveiled the result of months and years of hard work in documenting and detailing the fascinating stories and artifacts relating to the civilians and soldiers of Hertfordshire. Over the next four years, the exhibition will travel through the county to different towns and villages including Knebworth, Sawbridgeworth and Hitchin. Also running now and until Tuesday 25th November is the “A School At War” exhibition at the British Schools Museum, Hitchin.

For more information on this and the current exhibitions and events scheduled to take place around the area, please visit www.hertsatwar.co.uk to find out more.

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How to... BUY A

PET

Over the years I have dealt with many consumer problems concerning animals. You name it, from the puppies that suddenly become ill the day after purchase to the animals with hereditary conditions where the breeder takes no responsibility after their wallet is full of your £20 notes. Sadly it’s all too common.

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have to say that on many occasions, I find myself becoming furious with consumers and the irresponsible way they often go about purchasing a new addition to their family. If you want to do things the correct way, without getting ripped off, then listen carefully to my advice.

Firstly, animal rescue centres are absolutely overflowing at the moment with dogs, cats, rabbits etc. that have been abandoned either by irresponsible, ghastly people who didn’t think carefully before taking a pet on, or by folk whose circumstances have changed through no fault of their own. Obviously, if you feel able to rescue a pet, and take on any problems that animal may come with, this is preferable. Check to make sure the animal rescue centre has a good reputation.

However, there are many people out there who want to experience the pleasure of raising a pet from a young age. If this is the case, then chances are you’re going to have to part with some money.

As tempting as it may be, NEVER purchase an animal being advertised on the internet. No self -respecting breeder would ever advertise an animal on online sites for buying and selling.

You may well get a bargain dog or cat, but if that animal has started life in some kind of pet breeding factory with little regard for the animals’ welfare, you may be taking on an expensive and potentially dangerous problem for the future.

It is also worth mentioning that unless you have met the animal’s mother and father, you have no idea of the temperament or health of the animal you’re purchasing. NEVER buy an animal if you cannot meet its parents. If you are told to meet the ‘breeder’ at a half-way point or in a lay-by, then massive alarm bells should be ringing in your head!

So what SHOULD you do? Well, my advice is to search out a good, reputable breeder with the right ethics. Generally, making contact with a breed specific club who can put you in touch with good breeders, or (for dogs) finding a Kennel club fully accredited breeder will ensure you are buying a good quality and well-bred animal.You will have to pay more money, but with pets and most things in life, generally it’s worth every penny.

If you DO buy an animal, then ensure you organise good pet insurance to run from the minute you commit to buying him/her. If you have a problem, then you are still covered by your usual consumer statutory rights.

Finally, as always if you follow my advice but still have a problem with a furry addition to your family, then you can always contact me at BBC Three Counties Radio and I’ll do what I can to help.

Written by Jonathan Vernon-Smith presenter of the Award Winning JVS Show on BBC Three Counties Radio.

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The Architecture and Beauty of Kitchens

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There are no sales reps, no props and no pressure.

You will be given professional and experienced advice in a relaxed environment. It is therefore no surprise that top on the list of Arc+Be’s priorities remains their continued commitment to delivering an uncompromising service, from design inception and a professional installation to a highly responsive after-sales service.

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The company is headed by Jide Akanbi, an entrepreneur with an alloyed and extensive background in interior design, new builds, home renovations and furniture retail operations. “Creating the heart of the home is immensely personal, therefore along with design integrity and the harmonious relationship between well-chosen quality materials that is requisite of any fine handmade kitchen, an emotionally collaborative effort towards a project must also exist in order for us to achieve the desired result.”

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A meeting at the showroom would involve discussions pertaining to your planned or expected use of the kitchen, what you dislike about your previous kitchen, your textural and chromatic preferences and your vision or inspiration for the refurbishment of the space.The design process takes into account all your culinary habits as well as ergonomic and cosmetic needs. ‘We like to come up with solutions that our client’s would still be excited about many years from now’.

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They also let clients pick out their granite slab as a personal service, and will supply tiles and flooring where necessary. Arc+Be have access to a range of top-branded appliances to serve a busy and functional kitchen.They have a complete home building team behind them who not only ensure the highest standard of finishing but will take care of all necessary building works i.e. building or knocking down walls, plastering, electrical and plumbing works, replacing ceilings and complete redecorations.

Jide told us, “New clients are always welcome to visit our workshop to see their furniture being built or to visit our previous customers’ premises if necessary. If there is a kitchen that has caught their eye in a magazine, we’ll make it. AllVillage Life readers that commission a kitchen before the end of 2014, will be supplied specialist worktops at half price!”

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Souvenirs

As you read this you might have just returned from holiday or about to go in the next few weeks. If you are going to a foreign country, or indeed if you are staying in the UK, buy a souvenir made by local people, not the mass produced in a factory.

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WRITTEN BY ANNA MANGINI

ince my early 20’s, when I first travelled to ‘Yugoslavia’ I have bought crafts made locally to take back with me, as presents or for myself.

30 years on and I am still enjoying my first kilim bought at a local market in Split. Every time I sit at the dining take it takes me back to that market square with my travel companions.

Nowadays, as well as buying for myself, I buy for Crafts of the World Online, and I still relish the thrill to find and support local craftsmen/women be this in China, Tunisia, Morocco, or wherever I happen to be at the time.

In Marrakech (Morocco) I now have my favourites: a young man based in one of the souks, between the wool souk and the dyers one. He makes handbags, necklaces, slippers and hats with felt made with wool and sealing it together with the local ‘black soap’ and water. Layer by layer he creates a cloth, which he dyes with natural colours and creates unique pieces. I love his felt bags in bright colours and the ‘bubble necklaces’ which the females in his family embroider with colourful threads.

In a nearby square I go for the raffia shopping bags in any size, shape and colour. In the square, as well as tourists, you can find lots of locals doing their shopping. One time I found some nice grass plates as well as the rectangular little shopping baskets that are so popular. The old woman in charge spoke Berber and some accented French; she wore a thick veil over her face and understanding her was a little difficult. But her eyes were very expressive. In a while we had agreed a price we were both happy with. Suddenly a young lad appeared from nowhere, came over and tried to charge me much more than what the lady and I had agreed. Needless to say the lad was verbally chastised both by both of us and we had such a giggle after!!!

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Don’t be afraid to buy from the single craftsman on a street corner or square. They are small entrepreneurs. The women, especially, supplement their husbands’ wages, and you often see them with their young kids in tow. Try talking to them, ask how and where they make their craft. It will make what you buy all the more valuable for the memories you will have with you for a long time, often it will be even cheaper than if you bought something similar in a shop.

If you didn’t have space in your luggage to bring back a souvenir from your holiday, have a look at my website.You can easily find something that will be a perfect present or memory for you.

From October we will have a big SALE with lots of special offers, just in time for the Christmas shopping. An open weekend for you to come and browse will happen during the same month (17th and 18th), so look out for it. If you are interested in an invite to the open weekend, send Anna an email and I will let you know details of the event. www.craftsoftheworldonline.com info@craftsoftheworldonline.co.uk

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Cercle Français de Mid-Herts The Cercle Français de Mid-Herts has been active for well over 40 years! It was started in the lovely village of Welwyn and meetings are still held in the Welwyn Civic Centre once a month on Fridays with members coming from all around Hertfordshire.

language skills, and the group is very friendly and welcoming to newcomers.

There are around 10 events each year starting in September, offering a varied and interested program of talks and cultural events. The subject of talks varies considerably and includes travel, literature, history and art. The wine tasting events presented by wine experts are usually popular as is the ‘Quiz and galette’ evening at Christmas.

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Please visit the website www.cerclefrancaisdemidherts.org.uk If your French is a bit rusty, do not worry. It is a very friendly Cercle and no one will laugh at you if your French is less than perfect. Feel free to come and visit us as a visitor for a very small amount of money (Small buffet inc).You can then decide if you would like to become a permanent member.

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VILLAGE LIFE >> COFFEE BREAK

Coffee Break

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ACROSS

1. Game show presented by Bradley Walsh (3,5) 7. 2004 spin-off from The Fast Show (5) 8. EastEnders role for Danny-Boy Hatchard (3,6) 9. Rumpole actor McKern (3) 10. The test driver on Top Gear (4) 11. New UCOS drama (6) 13. Dallas actor Larry (6) 14. D etective Henry played by Richard Griffiths (6) 17. Richie Richard sitcom (6) 18. Cheers actress Shelley (4) 20. F emale bear appearing with Sweep (3) 22. Doc Martin’s surname (9) 23. Downton drama (5) 24. Prepare for show (8) DOWN 1. Unexpected stories (5) 2. Shade sitcom starring Burt Reynolds (7) 3. Karen Fisher at Waterloo Road (4) 4. Spitting Image humour (6) 5. Institutions like Slade (5) 6. Darren played by Ashley Taylor Dawson (7) 7. Sold by Dev Alahan (7) 12. Juliet Bravo setting (7) 13. Early Doors star John (7) 15. Rodney is Del Boy’s (7) 16. Mrs Slocombe actress Sugden (6) 17. Prize like dustbin on 3-2-1 (5) 19. Any third of Jonathan Harvey sitcom (5) 21. Diamond seen on TV-AM (4) wordsearch: Can you find the hidden villages? WHITWELL KIMPTON CODICOTE KNEBWORTH TEWIN WOOLMER GREEN DATCHWORTH WELWYN

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VILLAGE LIFE >> WHAT’S ON

What’s on in September...

Sat 6th Sept, 2.30pm Kimpton Autumn Show, Memorial Hall, Kimpton from 2.30pm

17th Sept 2:00pm – 4:30pm Elderberries – Seniors Club – Datchworth Village Hall The Club meets every Wednesday. Transport is arranged for all members

Tea, cakes, raffle, sideshows, music, arts and crafts. Fun for all the family.

of the Club, which is for people over 60 years old who live in the Parish.

New members are always welcome. Secretary: Mrs Patricia Brown

12th - 14th Sept The Gruffalo at the Gordon Craig Theatre in Stevenage

(01438) 798722

20th & 21st Sept, 7.30pm (doors open at 6pm) Knebworth House Outdoor Cinema, Knebworth House, Knebworth SG3 6PY Classic films shown on a giant screen in the Park. Bring a rug and a picnic. 20th Sept – “Grease” (1978, cert PG, 110 mins), 21st Sept– “Top Gun” (1986, cert 12, 110 mins). Adults £12.50 Children up to 15 £8.50 Book tickets in advance at www.thelunacinema.com

22nd Sept, 7.30pm Plenty of songs, laughs and scary fun for children aged 3+ and their grown-ups. www.gordon-craig-tickets.co.uk

13th Sept, 10am - 6pm Church Open Day – Ayot St Peter, Ayot Saint Peter Road, Ayot Saint Peter AL6 9BG The church is open for just one day each year – (although you can attend services Sundays at 11.15am). A church guide book is available, and a small selection of home-made preserves and home-grown produce will be available to buy. Entry is free, but donations are welcome!

Stevenage Choral Society Open Rehearsal, Nobel School, Mobbsbury Way, Stevenage SG2 0HS All singers welcome, especially tenors and basses. Next concert 25th Oct, Karl Jenkins The Peacemaker. More information at www.stevenagechoral.org.uk

22nd Sept Cupcake Decorating, Grove House, Waverly Road, St Albans AL4 9EJ Learn to decorate

13th Sept, 8.30pm

fun and delicious

Isabel Hospice Starlight Walk

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are £15 (ages

14th Sept, 12pm - 4pm Hertford Heritage Day, Hertford Castle and Town SG14 1HR The Castle will open its doors to the public with a medieval encampment and falconry display on the lawn. A Heritage Trail will take place in town where you can see historic photographs of Hertford covering the years. www.gohertford.co.uk

15th Sept, 7pm – 10pm (7.45pm start) Screen on the Green – Volver, Tewin Memorial Hall, Lower Green Road, Tewin Award winning Spanish movie starring Penelope Cruz. Tickets £4 from Tewin Stores or on the door. Complimentary tea and coffee. Snacks on sale or Bring your own nibbles and tipple.

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16+ only), all ingredients and equipment are included in the price. Bring a container to take your cupcakes home. Call 01727 731028.

Proceeds will go to Rennie Grove Hospice.

28th Sept, 11am - 3pm Hertford Castle Wedding Exhibition, Hertford Castle SG14 1HR Photographers, bridal wear, florists, jewellers and much more.

Wedding coordinators on hand to show couples around the Castle which is available for civil ceremonies, partnerships, receptions and much more. Free entry.

GET YOUR EVENT LISTED FOR FREE HERE, EMAIL: mail@villagelifemag.com or call us on 01438 216 950

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VILLAGE LIFE >> SHOWCASE

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