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This month it is looking and feeling a lot like summer and we have got features to get you in the mood!

Our gardens feature will inspire you to choose the best of the season’s colours and our children’s feature is understanding autism – the condition and the on-going support that is available.

Our cover story features X Factor superstar Olly Murs, the ‘Troublemaker’ himself, who is performing at Sandown Park Racecourse next month, and we have family tickets for you to win!

Enjoy July with us, whatever the weather brings this month and catch up with our great lifestyle features and local community content, specific to your hometown, village or hamlet.

Don’t forget you can contact our community writers by emailing featuresdesk@mantramagazines.co.uk if there is something you would like to see in the magazine next month.

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Community News 14

COVER STORY

Olly Murs Comes to Sandown Park 18

CHILDREN

Understanding Autism 22

HOMES

Style And Decorating Tips For Children’s Bedrooms 36

GARDENS

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The Best Of The Season’s Colours 42

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Have You Got What It Takes To Be A School Governor?

The role of a school governor is an important one - the three main roles provided by these volunteers include; setting and managing a balanced budget whilst ensuring that money is well spent, challenging schools, and holding their head teacher to account over education standards and setting ethos and strategic direction.

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mproving pupil performance should lie at the heart of all activity governors undertake. Sometimes challenging, particularly in the current climate, where lower funding per-pupil compared to other areas of England, means that West Sussex schools are under financial pressure. This situation has led to pressing the government with WorthLess?

West Sussex schools campaign for fairer funding.

Governors now play a bigger role now than ever before, and the people who are interested in doing this job are typically people who want to give something back to the community.

Surprisingly for some, they do not necessarily need to have children attending the school - in fact, only a quarter to a third will have a child at the school. For anyone thinking of taking on this position, but not sure they are qualified or will have the time available, then it is worth knowing that there is training available and employers will often allow time off to attend

daytime meetings or training.

Typically, governors will spend two - three hours each week during term time and schools usually meeting twice a term for formal meetings with some governors involved in additional specific committees such as finance or safeguarding. Reading and preparing for meetings is a key part of the role. The normal term of office that a governor is expected to serve is four years, but people can leave before if circumstances require and it is recommended that they do not serve more than two terms.

Paul Clark, a governor at West Hoathly CE Primary School and also Imberhorne School, said: “Whilst you don’t need to have any specific qualifications, schools will be looking at improving the skill set that is already available to them but the main quality required by a new governor above all else is an interest in education and a willingness to learn.”

There are rewards to becoming a school governor and it is a

positive thing for an employer to see on your CV. Mark Taylor, chair of governors at Felbridge Primary School explains the benefits he has gained from volunteering and how the organisation benefited.

Mark, said: “The experience of being a governor, now chair of governors, has provided me with some additional leadership and management experience, and opportunities to think strategically, which supplement my paid managerial role in Surrey Fire & Rescue Service.”

‘Governors have the opportunity to attend various training sessions, free of charge, and, as chair, I benefitted from completing the Chairs of Governors’ Leadership Development Programme.

Felbridge currently have a vacancy for a co-opted governor at school and would welcome any interest, particularly if you have marketing/PR, communication or legal skills, knowledge or experience.”

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The Hidden Treasure That Is Lingfield Library Tucked away in a corner of a conservation area, the Guest House in Vicarage Road, Lingfield, has stood since 1474. Over the years, this historic building has had a variety of uses - including a period when it served as an ale house called The French Horn.

Since 1956, it has been Lingfield’s library.

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long with 12 other Surrey libraries, it is now what is known as a community library, and is run by a group of around 30 enthusiastic volunteers, while Surrey County Council continues to provide the books, backup and training.

As well as providing the normal services you would expect from a library, plans for the future include regular contact with local schools, social events and outreach. At the end of last year, a successful story writing competition for children was organised and the library was delighted to have a class visit from children at Lingfield Primary School.

Rhyme time for young children takes place each Thursday morning and an after school story time for 5 - 6 year-olds is also in the pipeline.

Last year, there were Christmas readings with mulled wine and mince pies which were greatly enjoyed and will be repeated as the historic building lends itself to such events. 2017 has already hosted Valentine’s Day and Easter events.

Further plans for 2017 include craft sessions, second-hand book sales, and a presence at Lingfest on Saturday, July 15.

The ancient building was restored in the late 19th century by Charles Hayward and passed to his son, who left the building in trust to the village.

As well as the library, the building houses the Hayward Collection of documents and artefacts, along with an extensive local history archive, administered by the RH7 History Group.

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We have woodland walks on well maintained and wheelchair freindly paths. with Bluebells, Wood Anemones, not to mention the trees - Oaks, Atlantic Ceders, Lime Trees, and Yew Trees, the list goes on.

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Olly Murs Comes To Sandown Park

The ‘Troublemaker’ himself, Olly Murs, the 2009 X Factor star with four multi-platinum albums under his belt is coming to Sandown Park Racecourse on Thursday, August 10 to wow the crowds with his hits!

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lly Murs is among the stars performing at Sandown Park this summer, following in the footsteps of last year’s stellar performances which included Bryan Adams, Jess Glynne and Busted. The 33-year-old Essex boy is the most successful male artist to come from TV talent show X Factor. With four number one singles to his name and the accolade of total record sales standing at in excess of 10 million.

The open-air concert at Sandown Park will be an event that organisers call a special value-for-money

experience unlike any other as those in attendance will not only be able to see a show-stopping headlining performance from one of the world biggest stars but also a race day with a six race card – this is a great chance to see some of the finest performers in both the equine and musical fields.

Sandown Park Racecourse was founded in 1875 and the course has gone on to provide the backdrop to some of the greatest moments in horse racing. Today, it is home to world-class customer facilities featuring an array of award-

winning restaurants catering for all tastes from fine dining to bistro food and is part of The Jockey Club group which itself welcomes more than two million visitors each year.

Speaking about Olly Murs performance at the racecourse, London Region Director for Jockey Club Racecourses, Phil White, said: “We are really looking forward to having Olly Murs perform at Sandown Park Racecourse. I know he is used to arenas but I am sure his heart will skip a beat when he feels the energy of the crowd at the racecourse – it’s sure to be a fantastic atmosphere!”

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Five Minutes With Murs

Ahead of his appearance at Sandown Park Racecourse, Olly Murs gave us his take on his music and the show.

For more information about Sandown Park Racecourse, visit: www.sandown.co.uk

What do you think has been the appeal to make you the most successful artists to have appeared on X Factor?

Olly, said: “I’d like to think that I’ve done some great songs and, think people love what I do.

The 24 Hrs album is probably the most heartbreaking, most honest album I’ve done but I think with previous albums you know I have a lot of fun, my albums are happy, still got lots of that vibe on it.”

You have done a run of outdoor shows this summer, how do they vary in terms of what you put into them and what you get out of them, from the indoors to the outdoors?

Olly, said: “It’s really fun being outside and you know the show that we’re doing at Sandown Park is a different gig for me, I’ve never done anything like this before, I’ve done racecourse gigs before in the past but not this sort of size. I can’t wait I mean, what’s better?

Go to a racecourse, I can go there during the day I can, have a flutter on a couple of the races and do a gig in the evening. Perfect.”

Have you got any kind of pre-stage ritual that you perform before you go on?

Olly, said: “Me and the band have a little huddle up before the show and we sing one of our songs, well not a song, a song that we’ve got as a team and we’ve been doing it for the last six/seven years so it’s a bit of a ritual but I’m sure we’ll be sinking a few shots before the show as well just to get into the racecourse spirit.”

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Understanding Autism

Did you know that approximately one in 88 people in the UK could have autism? Meaning more than 750,000 people are autistic and that 2.8m people have a relative on the autism spectrum. How do you know if your child is autistic, and if that is the case, where can you find help and support?

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utism is a developmental condition that affects the way that individuals with autism interact with other people and how they perceive the world around them. Those with autism see, hear and feel day-to-day life differently than those without the condition, often finding things overwhelming, leading to anxiety.

Each individual on the autistic spectrum has autism specific to them, meaning one person can be different to the next. Certain difficulties include not being able to socially communicate with others, or offer empathy, need routines and having obsessive behaviour. However, it can manifest in different people in different ways, and some may have learning difficulties or mental health issues too.

Autism is a lifelong condition, usually diagnosed in childhood and early adulthood with no cure, but that does not mean that those diagnosed cannot lead a fulfilling, independent life. Today, more adults are now being diganosed with autism.

Does My Child Have Autism?

If you think your child may have autism, it is best to speak with your health visitor, doctor, or school nurse about your concerns. The main characteristics of autism in children are - difficulties with social communication, such as not being able to interpret gestures, tone of voice and sarcasm correctly, social interaction issues, including the inability to ‘read’ people’s feelings, with them appearing insensitive or not behaving in a way thought to be ‘socially acceptable’, a need for repetitive routines, due to finding the world an unstable and unpredictable place, children with autism may need a strict daily routine, so they know what to expect.

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Some autistic children may find they experience high-sensitivity to sounds, tastes, light, temperature or pain, which those without autism may not even notice. This can cause further anxiety and even physical pain.

Your doctor can then refer you to specialists who can help you with a diagnosis and offer support. Identification earlier in life can save frustration for those with the condition. It can also help family, friends and teachers, understand the difficulties experienced and how to cope.

On-going Support As well as doctors and specialists other organisations and charities including The National Autistic Society, Anna Kennedy Online and Autism Sussex offer help and advice.

Autism Support Crawley (www.autismsupportcrawley.co.uk) is a support group for parents and carers caring for someone with autism. It offers the opportunity for loved ones to meet and share their experiences.

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Style And Decorating Tips For Children’s Bedrooms Are you in need of some inspiration to tackle your child’s bedroom?

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By Amiee Thomas child’s bedroom can be a difficult Amiee Thomas who task to manage; there are so many studies at the University options to choose from. Do you go of Southampton joined with a theme like their favourite football team RH Uncovered for a one or do you keep it basic? Do you decorate for week internship gives your children now or do you decorate so that her take on decorating the bedroom can last them years? It can be for children’s bedrooms. quite daunting so we have compiled ideas to help you. air balloons, just grab some string and paper and get creating. Ceiling hangings are a great way to Themes are a great idea to give a child’s give the bedroom some flare without using up bedroom personality and charisma. However, too much space. as we all know, children can change their likes Another great accessory can be as simple as and hobbies incredibly fast. Meaning that their a painting, have your child choose their favourite bedroom can become outdated rather quickly colours and get creative, although most children the solution to this issue is to keep it subtle. are not Picasso, a canvas attacked with colour If your child loves cars and racing, then can look brilliant, as well as giving their bedroom steer clear of the expensive car bedframes and some individuality. wallpaper that need replacing a couple of years The best piece of advice to follow when later. Soft furnishings are an easy way to do this. decorating a child’s bedroom is to think in the For example, a car shaped lamp or bedding can long-term. Go with your child’s personality and give your child the bedroom they love, without include a little bit of them wherever you can, the hassle of redecorating the whole bedroom but be cautious of the expense of redecoration when they change their minds. as your child grows up. Keep a blank canvas and Other easy ways to include a theme in a then go mad on the extras. A theme, colour child’s bedroom can be with cushions, pictures or paintings on the walls, or through a colour scheme. schemes and furniture can all make a bedroom perfect for your little one.

If your child loves Manchester United then going with red is a great idea, add a few extra touches, like bedding and the theme is complete. Although, bright red walls can be a bit much, red furniture or a feature wall can give you the same feel without being overbearing keep it subtle.

A fun way to decorate your child’s bedroom and get them involved in the process can be through making accessories. Making accessories can be affordable, exciting and great decorative pieces for a child’s bedroom. Some great accessories can be easy to make, for example, making ceiling hangings such as airplanes or hot

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GARDENS

The Best Of The Season’s Colours The summer is all about bright, lively and vibrant colours - your garden should be no different! We have a rundown of the bedding plants that can give your summer garden a serious splash of colour!

By Jacob White

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ummer bedding plants do not just have to be petunias and marigolds! As well as popular bedding plants you can choose from a large range of annual bedding plants.

Here is our rundown of the bedding plants which can turn your garden from drab to delightful this summer!

Sweet peas These make a fantastic cottage garden! Let the sweet peas scramble up obelisks or wigwams where they can reach heights of 1.8m (6”), or try dwarf sweet peas for groundcover at the front of beds and borders. With their rich and delightful fragrance, and wide range of colours, sweet peas are excellent summer bedding plants and can provide bunches of gorgeous fragrant cut flowers throughout summer!

Antirrhinum Much-loved for their flowery spikes and long-flowering period, Antirrhinums have mouth-like flowers which open when squeezed. Available in a range of colours, snapdragon plants vary in height, from dwarf plants no taller than 25cm (10”) to large plants such as Antirrhinum Royal Bride which reach around 90cm (35”). Dwarf snapdragons can be used in borders and patio containers, and if you are looking for bedding plants that attract bees, Antirrhinums are a great source of nectar.

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Begonia A versatile summer bedding plant, they are loved for their flamboyant and colourful blooms.

They also boast an ability to thrive in both sun and shade.

Flowering throughout the summer and up to the first frosts, they can be upright or trailing and are suitable for beds, hanging baskets and window boxes.

Californian poppy This annual is sown directly in beds and borders, and will happily self-seed and create colour year after year.

Traditionally orange, there is now a plethora of colours including yellow and red. The blooms are borne above blue-green foliage, and are attractive to bees. Thriving in dry soil, simply scatter the seeds where you want them to flower and they take care of themselves.

Cosmos The saucer-shaped flowers are a source of late nectar for pollinating insects. The Cosmos’ fern-like foliage adds texture to bedding schemes and works well in an informal cottage-style bed or border. These summer plants are available in shades of pink, red and white with Cosmos Sulphureus offering yellow, orange and red. Cosmos plants begin blooming in mid-summer and flower until autumn.

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HEALTH

Do You Fear The Dentist?

Most people will say they do not look forward to a dental appointment but for some there is a deep feeling of anxiety and fear which is keeping them away – in fact, a British Dental Health Foundation survey found that for 36% of those who did not see a dentist regularly, fear was the number one reason.

By Jacob White

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o you, or does someone you know, suffer from dental anxiety or dental phobia?

Some people with the condition are putting themselves at risk of serious illness with a higher risk of gum disease and early tooth loss.

There are professional out there to help even the most nervous to say “argh!” no more.

Causes Pain Of those who had not seen a dentist for 12 months, 6% reported fear of pain; this fear is common in those aged 40 or older as their early visits to the dentist were at a time before advances in dentistry.

Helplessness and loss of control Like many phobias about situations there is often a feeling for a sufferer that they have no control of a situation. They sit still in a dentist chair and feel unable to predict what is going to happen next.

Embarrassment The mouth is an intimate part of the body; people can feel ashamed or embarrassed by having a stranger looking inside. This may be a problem if you are self-conscious about the look of your teeth.

Symptoms

There is not a clearly defined boundary separating anxiety and phobia, everyone has fears and concerns and copes in different ways. However, some of the signs of dental phobia include: • You feel tense or have trouble sleeping before a visit to the dentist

What To Expect On A Dental Visit

If you have not been to a dentist for some time, they will want to take a full health history.

On follow-up visits if your health status changes tell your dentist. Here is what to expect on a visit: Thorough Clean A dental hygienist or dentist will remove built-up plaque and tartar that can cause gum disease, cavities, bad breath and other oral health problems.

Dental Examination Your dentist will perform an examination of your teeth, gums and mouth, looking for problems.

X-Rays These can diagnose problems otherwise unnoticed, such as damaged jawbones and tumours.

Ways To Ease Fear

• Find an understanding dentist – ask friends and family for recommendations • Pick an appointment early in the morning so you have less time to dwell on it

• You get increasingly nervous in the waiting room

• Take a friend with you – a dentist won’t mind if they accompany you on your visit

• The sight of dental instruments and nursing staff increases your anxiety

• Agree a sign with the dentist to signal that you need a break and want them to stop

• You panic or have trouble breathing when objects are placed in your mouth

• Take a personal listening device to listen to music which can help you relax

Sedation Clinics: If you are visiting a dentist and need treatment, ask your dentist whether they offer a form of sedation. If they cannot offer sedation they can refer you to a sedation clinic. The sedation clinics are specifically for nervous dental patients.

They can provide either inhalation sedation through a small mask or an injection into your hand or arm – you will be awake during treatment but you will be calm throughout and you probably will not be able to remember the treatment!

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Being ‘afraid of the dentist’ may mean different things to different people. Some people have specific fears about certain areas of treatment or pain, others don’t like the thought of being out of control. Some people find the sounds and smells within the dental practice upsetting and for others their fears arise from stories that they have heard from friends, family and colleagues.

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t Concordia Dental all of our staff understand that our patients may have fears and concerns and we are passionate about making each and every one of our patients experience in our practice a positive one.

FAQs The following questions are the most commonly asked by our patients: I am extremely nervous and as a result I have not been to the dentist for a long time and I am embarrassed by what the dentist may find …

The first thing to remember about dental phobia is that you are not the first patient who feels this way and you will not be the last. Dental professionals are experienced and equipped to deal with patients with fear and anxiety. They are trained to make your experience at the dentist as stress free and relaxing as it possibly can be.

It is important to remember that dentists are not there to judge you, it is their duty to make sure that your mouth is healthy and to encourage you to get into a routine of visiting the dentist for maintenance to avoid any future problems occurring.

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I had a bad experience as a child what is it like now?

Dental technology has become so advanced over the last few years and modern treatment can now be completely painless and carried out with far more ease than traditional techniques.

If you have not been to see a dentist for some time, you will probably find that things have improved a lot since your last visit. The general attitude is likely to be more relaxed with the staff and atmosphere within the practice a lot more welcoming.

What can be done to help me?

Many dentists now practise a number of relaxation techniques.

At Concordia we offer patients oral or intravenous sedation.

Both treatments leave you feeling relaxed. Although you are still awake, you are unconcerned by your surroundings and your anxieties will subside.

The sedation recovery time is very quick meaning you can return to your everyday life.

better now. Fluoride toothpastes and up to date toothbrushes have made a large impact on tooth decay and you may be surprised at how little treatment you need.

How do I start going to the dentist again if I am very nervous?

It may be helpful for you to come and visit one of our practises and meet Dr Grobbelaar before you arrange an appointment.

You will be able to discuss any concerns that you may have with the dentist and he will put your mind at ease before you sit in the dental chair.

We will do our best to restore your confidence by taking special care of you.

I haven’t been to the dentist for a long time.

Will I need a lot of treatment?

Years ago it was normal for people to need fillings every time they went to the dentist but things have changed for the

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Personal Care Respite Check Calls Specialised Care Meal Calls

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We can arrange a care package that suits your needs.

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