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This month we are celebrating that school is out for summer with fabulous features, and two huge competitions to get you in the mood for the long, hot, summer days!

Our style feature will give you all the tips and advice you need to make sure that you look the part this summer! Whether rocking and raving or just enjoying the great outdoors.

Our cover story features the hit musical MAMMA MIA! featuring the music of Swedish superstars ABBA which comes to the Brighton Centre, and we have tickets for you to win!

As if one competition is not enough, we have a second competition for you as girl band Little Mix are set to perform at the South of England Event Centre and we have tickets to win!

Enjoy August with us, now that school is out for summer, settle down and catch up with our 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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6 COMMUNITY Community Articles, News & What’s On

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18 LEISURE Ten Things To Do With Children That Cost Absolutely Nothing 22 COVER STORY MAMMA MIA! Comes To The Brighton Centre 26 HEALTH How Can An Osteopath Help Your Sporting Life?

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32 CHILDREN What To Do If You Did Not Make The Grade

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Finance Company Build Big To Help Community’s Young Earlier this summer more than 300 staff from Santander Consumer Finance beat the British weather as they volunteered their time to a building project based at Hindleap Warren Outdoor Education Centre on the Ashdown Forest to improve facilities for the community youth organisation – London Youth.

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he Hindleap Project started in early 2017 when a committee of 20 employees was formed. For the actual build itself in June which took place over seven days, more than 300 members of Santander Group staff took part – including colleagues from PSA Finance, Hyundai Capital and Santander Bank.

Santander Consumer Finance is focused on staff development and one of the ways it has found enables employees to be the best that they can possibly be is to take part in local community projects, and this is something the organisation does as a group as part of the Santander is You week.

Every year, Santander Consumer Finance takes part in a community project known as The Big Build and this year, London Youth at Hindleap Warren Outdoor Education Centre was chosen by a panel of judges to be charity for staff to undertake a large project, and soon a Big Build committee sprang into action.

A Group wide communication was issued to all staff inviting them to take part, and the response was incredible. Many new employees stepped forward to take part as well as staff who had taken part in years gone by. Staff came from across the UK with some flying down from Scotland to volunteer.

Fiona Woodhouse, from Santander Consumer, said: “Everyone was just amazing. Everyone worked tirelessly to make the project a success with the aim of providing two highly interactive facilities for the 10,500 young people who visit Hindleap Warren each year.”

The weather proved to be the biggest challenge facing the volunteers – on the first day of the build, the rain poured down. However, staff made the decision to carry on regardless, they were not going to be defeated. Days later, the sun came out and it became very hot, a contrast to a few days before.

This was the first time Santander Consumer Finance had taken on board a project of this scale.

There were effectively two projects running sideby-side at Hindleap Warren – obstacle course and high ropes - and they were both outdoors and at the mercy of the elements.

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On this project there was a focus on providing each volunteer with the opportunity to both start and finish a set task daily. The nature of this project allowed volunteers to do this with different types of climbing obstacles being constructed and thus helping volunteer see the value in their efforts.

Speaking about the project, Fiona said: “Other than physical aches and pains, there was a sense of well-being and one of personal achievement. Many volunteers had never taken part in anything like this before and to find out that they could actually create something each day was so rewarding. Some even wanted to put their names down for our next Big Build in 2018!”

Tony Smith, head of Hindleap Warren Outdoor Education Centre, added: “We are thrilled with our new obstacle course and high ropes circuit, achieved with the help of Santander Consumer Finance. All of our 10,500 young visitors each year will be able to enjoy these activities, whatever their ability.”

Volunteers Views

Staff from Santander gave the following remarks:

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“Excellent experience – loved to help’’ “Great fun as always” “Great team work” “It makes me very happy that I could contribute to a happy childhood” “I can see the smiles on the kid’s faces already”

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Felbridge Girl Guides Need You! The 1st Felbridge Guides have been meeting since 1950 and form part of Girl Guiding 1st Felbridge (St John’s) which also includes Rainbow, Brownie and senior section units which offer activities for girls and young women aged 5 - 25. The group meet on Friday evenings during school term time at St John’s Church Hall, Felbridge.

By Rachel Whitlam What Do Guides Do? Being a Guide is about learning new skills, trying new activities, making new friends and helping others whilst in a safe and welcoming girl-only space.

Who Can Be A Guide?

Guides are usually aged 10 - 14, although some Guides like to stay on until they are older, any girl aged 10 or older can become a Guide.

Guides help to make a difference in their community and speak out about the issues that matter to them.

This month sees 1st Felbridge Guides take part in World Scouting (WS) 2017, where they will be joining up with guides and scouts from West Sussex and around the world.

The girls lead the way, choosing activities, challenges and events that inspire them, while the volunteer leaders support them to make it happen.

Activities include craft, cooking, outdoor activities such as canoeing, archery, residential holidays and international trips!

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WS camps have been held in West Sussex for more than 30 years, it is an international experience for young people from a range of countries.

There will be lots of activities on offer including water

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activities, abseiling, climbing, archery, parascending and other adventurous and challenging activities.

There will also be cultural activities, sub-camp competitions, musical entertainments, social events, live bands, discos, crafts and much more.

Can You Help?

1st Felbridge need volunteers to help enrich the lives of local girls and young women.

For more information on or how to sign up to join as a Guide or as a volunteer, contact Louise Tucker or Ann Tucker, call: 01342 317283, or email: felbridge_rbg@hotmail.co.uk

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Winnie The Pooh

Ashdown Forest’s World Famous Bear Over the years, the honey-loving bear has proved to be a success for Disney, becoming one of its most popular franchises. The cute, loveable bear and friends have starred in a series of animated productions and have provided countless merchandising opportunities for the corporation.

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s many of us will know, the real Pooh Bear story starts much closer to home on the Ashdown Forest - the stories were written by the English writer, A.A Milne who got the idea from a teddy that was owned by his son, Christopher Robin Milne.

The teddy was bought from Harrods in June 1921 by Daphne, the author’s wife, and was initially named Edward Bear but later renamed after a Canadian black bear that Christopher Robin saw at London Zoo - the black bear had been purchased as a cub from a hunter.

He was bought by a Canadian Lieutenant who decided to name the bear Winnie after his adopted hometown of Winnipeg whilst Pooh is believed to be a swan the Milne family encountered while on holiday.

A.A Milne’s inspiration for the young Christopher Robin character was his own son, who

appeared along with some of his other toys, Eeyore, Piglet, Tigger, Kanga and Roo. Londoner, Milne bought Cotchford Farmhouse near Hartfield as a holiday home for his family in 1925.

He would head out to the house with his family and a nanny on Saturday morning, returning to London every Monday afternoon.

They visited for a month in the Spring and two months in the Summer. The house had far reaching views over the Ashdown Forest and to the River Medway.

From the garden, a bare hilltop could be seen in the distance, on top of it stood a distinctive clump of pines, which was Gill’s Lap, known as Galleon’s Leap in the book.

During interviews, Christopher Milne recalled regular expeditions instigated by his father to count the trees. Apparently no one ever managed to count the same number leading to the naming of The Enchanted Place.

Did you know?

Winnie the Pooh has inspired a variety of philosophical texts including – The Tao of Pooh and The Te of Piglet, which set out to explore Taoism, The Pooh Perplex and Postmodern Pooh, Pooh and the philosophers.

The musician, Kenny Loggins of Footloose fame, wrote the song, House at Pooh Corner, which later featured on his album Return to Pooh Corner in 1991.

There is a Punk Metal band in Estonia called Winny Puhh.

The Pooh stories have been translated in more than 46 languages including a Latin translation, Winnie ille Pu which was published in 1958 and became the only Latin book to appear on The New York Times Best Seller list..

We hope you enjoyed the first part of our celebration of Winnie The Pooh – Ashdown Forest’s World Famous Bear.

Next month, we will bring you the second part, including how to play Pooh sticks!

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Meet the Head

Jeff Smith – B.Sc. Eng. A.M.I. Mech. E. Executive Head, Greenfields School What kind of School is Greenfields?

What is Unique about Greenfields?

Greenfields is an International Day and Boarding School for girls and boys from age 2 to 18.

Greenfields utilises Study Technology. Its principles enable students to study in such a way that they can fully understand and apply in life what they have learned.

We run an EFL Programme all year round and utilise the International Cambridge University Curriculum for this and throughout the school.

We offer a broad education and provide a flexibility of subject choices for students in Years 10 to 13 – with tailor-made programmes where possible. They then go on to college and university.

Greenfields delivers an independent education with exceptionally low fees for local public, whilst maintaining a high staff to student ratio, furnishing a full educational solution from age 2 through to age 18. Our fees can be as low as £59-00 per week.

We have small class sizes and can provide one-to-one assistance for students as needed.

The good relationships between staff and students, and amongst the students themselves, are a notable feature of Greenfields School and an essential part of its strength and ethos.

If you would like to come and tour the school, please contact our Admissions Secretary. We make available free academic testing and offer free trial days in all the different areas of the school. Please feel free to contact us: I would be happy to meet with you, should you wish, when you visit.

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PRIVATE SCHOOL EDUCATION FROM £59 Greenfields Independent Day and Boarding School offers: • • • • • • • • •

A small and friendly private school - ages 2-18 years for boys and girls A beautiful countryside environment located in the Ashdown Forest Montessori based Nursery and Reception classes Use of the International Cambridge Curriculum throughout the entire school A unique study method, which enables each student to not only understand the information learnt but apply it in life Small class sizes guaranteeing plenty of individual attention Enthusiastic and devoted teachers Zero tolerance of bullying, drugs or alcohol Free academic testing and free trial days in all areas of the school

Contact the Admissions Manager to book a tour of the school

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Summer Shout Out!

Little Mix’s energy, passion and hit songs come to Sussex in an exciting and fun evening!

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he world’s biggest girl band, Little Mix comes to Sussex!

On Friday, September 1, the stars will be performing at the South of England Event Centre, Ardingly as part of their Summer Shout Out shows.

2016 was an incredible year for the band with their massive number one single Shout Out To My Ex, and their album Glory Days shot straight to number one on the Official Albums Chart.

The album spent five weeks at the top of the charts and is the quickest selling album in the UK charts by a girl group.

Growing bolder with each album, Little Mix understands the brilliance of music and how it relates to their fans.

The girls will perform their signature hits including – Shout Out to My Ex, Black Magic, Hair and Wings, along with tracks from their new album Glory Days in an amazing evening in Sussex.

Tickets for the show are on sale!

Tickets are: £39.50 & bookingfee (General Admission) and £55.00 & booking fee (Golden Circle), children under 14 must be accompanied by an adult. Tickets are all standing, disabled tickets are available from Ticketmaster, call: 0800 988 4440.

For more information about ticketing, see: www.little-mix.com www.ticketmaster.co.uk www.southofenglandeventcentre.co.uk

Competition Time!

We have teamed up with the show’s promoter – Liz Hobbs Group Ltd to offer you the chance to WIN a pair of tickets to see Little Mix in action.

For more information on how to win, visit our website: www.rhuncovered.co.uk

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YOUR LOCAL NEWS UNCOVERED RH Uncovered is all about living local and loving local.

Send your news and events to featuresdesk@mantramagazines.co.uk East Grinstead Author’s Latest Book In April East Grinstead author, Stuart Fifield has unveiled the latest in his series of books set in Lucca, Italy. Entitled Family Concerns, it is about a Contessa preparing for a fundraising concert – she spreads goodwill around Lucca with her son as she begins a journey to extend hospice premises set up in memory of her late husband. Meanwhile, a fourth murder has taken place and Inspector Conti is no closer to solving any of them. The novel features themes of searches for love, caring for family members and mid-life crises. As well as his writing, Stuart Fifield is also musical director of the East Grinstead Concert Band. He was born in Islington, North London before spending his childhood in Africa and obtaining a Master’s degree from the University of Cape Town.

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raise funds for the East Grinstead Swimming Club (EGSC). Roger Healiss and Ian Green of Droppa, said: “When we were approached

by EGSC to sponsor this event we jumped at the chance.” Jenny Herbert, the EGSC president, says: “What a wonderful evening at the John Herbert Memorial Gala this evening! It was a full house with eight clubs competing for the trophy. The children enjoyed swimming for their club and cheering on their team mates.”

Roger and Ian joined Jenny to present the winning trophy to Crowborough-based Beacon Swimming Club who won the gala. The overall club results were: 1st Beacon, 2nd Marlins, 3rd Eastbourne, 4th East Grinstead, 5th Crawley, 6th Edenbridge, 7th Brighton Dolphins and 8th Littlehampton.

Cash For Big Splash From East Grinstead-Based Company East Grinstead-based App company, Droppa, sponsored a swimming development gala at the K2 Leisure Centre in April to help

Queen Victoria Hospital Says Thank You Staff at Queen Victoria Hospital have said thank you on behalf of their patients with dementia to local knitters who have taken up knitting needles for a good cause.

At the end of last year, hospital staff

East Grinstead Police Station Formally Opens In June Chief Constable for Sussex Police, Giles York and Chief Executive for the Crime Commissioner for Sussex Police, Mark Streater officially opened the new East Grinstead Police Station. The new station replaces the town’s former police station in College Lane and is incorporated in an annexe at the Chequer Mead Arts Centre on De La Warr Road.

The move forms part of Sussex Police’s strategy to ensure they have the optimum mix of buildings in the right locations, including co-locations with partners to deliver the best service possible for communities. The station become operational in March and represents easier access for the town’s residents. Chief Inspector Rosie Ross, District Commander for Crawley, said: “A modern workplace for our staff and partners will assist

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appealed for the public to make twiddlemuffs, and the hospital has been overwhelmed. Twiddlemuffs are double thickness knitted hand muffs which feature buttons, ribbons and other feely items which are given to patients with dementia to twiddle with to help reduce their anxiety. The twiddlemuffs are one part of the hospital’s approach to ensuring that people with dementia or memory loss are cared for with dignity and compassion. Jo Davis, dementia lead and a senior theatre nurse, at the Queen Victoria Hospital, said: “We’ve been delighted with the response to our request for twiddlemuffs, meaning that each of our patients with dementia can have their own one to take home with them at the end of their hospital stay. They’re a wonderful source of visual, tactile and sensory stimulation for people who need them and have definitely helped patients feel calmer about being in an unfamiliar place.

We’re committed to making the experience of patients as positive as possible and this has played an important part in helping us to do that for our patients.”

in promoting positive, open and trusting relationships, making us more efficient and effective with our service to the public.” Sussex Police and Crime Commissioner, Katy Bourne, added: “I am determined to improve services for victims of crime and improve access so being based in the centre of East Grinstead, the Chequer Mead Arts Centre is a great place for the neighbourhood policing team to co-locate.”

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London Temple Autumn Garden Tours West Park Road, Newchapel, Surrey RH7 6NB | Phone: 01342 837 952

Tours available Tuesday - Friday from 9am - 7pm, Sunday 3pm - 6pm

• Free Guided Tours • Free Entrance • Free Parking • Free Buffet Lunch For Groups of 10 plus. Reservations Necessary “Thank you once again for your hospitality, for lunch and for the opportunity to look around your beautiful gardens.

The Trees are magnificent and the grounds are very well kept!” - East Grinstead Horticultural Society

The gardens here at the Temple are some 28 acres excluding the buildings, and are traditional English country gardens with wonderful walks through the parkland. Also an opportunity to meet the Head Gardener Nick Palmer

Trees, and Yew Trees, the list goes on.

We are happy to cater for local school groups, youth organisations, senior citizen organisations, W.I’s, horticultural/gardening clubs, religious, U3A & inter faith groups and any individuals with an interest of the above.

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

Find us on the web www.lds.org/placestovisit Follow the London Temple Visitor’s Centre on Facebook

Thank you for your kind hospitality and interesting garden tour. Also to thank your staff who were so kind and welcoming.

- Wallington & Carshalton Horticultural Society Having only glimpsed the grounds from passing the entrance, we were thrilled to see the beautifil gardens inside the gates - Hilltop WI, Turners Hill Thanks for your hospitality, beautiful grounds and wonderful lunch. - Reigate Trefoil Guild

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Monday, July 24 - Sunday, September 3 2017 Wild Kids Wakehurst, Ardingly, Haywards Heath RH17 6TN A summer of wonderful woodland adventures at Wakehurst. For more information, visit: www.kew.org/ wakehurstkids Saturday, July 29 2017 - Sunday, August 6 2017, 10.00am - 5.30pm (Closes 3.00pm on Sunday, August 6) Adventurers Art Club Annual Exhibition King Edward Hall, Lindfield RH16 2HH The 64th annual exhibition presented by the Adventurers Art Club with more than 200 original works of art to enjoy or buy. Entry £1.00.

Saturday, August 5 2017 3.50pm Hooves & Grooves: Simply Red Tribute Lingfield Park Resort, Racecourse Road, Lingfield RH7 6PQ An afternoon and evening of entertainment featuring seven races and live music for approximately one hour after the racing (around 9:45pm).

Advanced tickets from £20.00. For more information, visit www.lingfieldpark.co.uk or, call 01342 834800 Tuesday, August 8 2017, 10.00am - 1.00pm Join In Crawley Civic Hall, The Boulevard, Crawley RH10 1UZ A special event for those aged 60 and older - it’s your chance to try: sequence dancing, walking football, tai chi, seated exercise - all for free! Entry is free.

Thursday, August 10 2017, 7.45pm - 10.00pm Wiskets Floral Demonstration Crawley Horticultural Hall, Ifield Avenue, West Green, Crawley RH11 7AJ Artistic floral demonstrator Christina Payne will be creating arrangements to the title Wiskets. The evening also features a flower raffle, floral accessories sales table and charity sales table. For more information, call: 01293 402905.

Saturday, August 12 2017, 3.50pm Hooves & Grooves:Totally Tina Lingfield Park Resort, Racecourse Road, Lingfield RH7 6PQ An afternoon and evening of entertainment featuring seven races and live music for approximately one hour after the racing (around 9:45pm).

Advanced tickets from £20.00. For more information, visit www.lingfieldpark.co.uk or, call 01342 834800 Sunday, August 13 2017, 11.00am - 4.00pm Cats Protection Mid Sussex Branch Coffee Morning & Afternoon Garden Party Balcombe Parish Room, Balcombe RH17 6LH A day of fun featuring fancy gifts, cakes, books, bric a brac and refreshments as well as a tombola and raffle. Music kindly provided by the Sussex Folk Orchestra. Free entry.

Thursday, August 24 2017, 1.30pm Reigate Arthritis Care Support Group Session and Talk Woodhatch Centre, Whitebeam Drive, Reigate RH2 7LS Exercise class starts at 1.30pm, followed by a monthly talk - this month it is a talk and demonstration given by Jenny Dench, make-up artist for Max Factor. All welcome, for more information, call Sylvia on 01737 242193

Sunday, August 27 & Monday, August 28 Edenbridge & Oxted Agricultural Show Ardenrun Showground, Tandridge Lane, Lingfield RH7 6LL massive two-day countryside event (8am - 6pm daily) is held on a showground the size of ten Wembley Stadiums and this year children can visit for free. The show combines all the favourites of a traditional agricultural show with 21st century family entertainment, rides, experiences and shopping. For more information, visit: www.edenbridge-show.co.uk Friday, September 1 2017, 5.00pm Little Mix Summer Shout Out Show South of England Showground, Ardingly, Haywards Heath RH17 6TL The world’s biggest girl band, Little Mix comes to Sussex!

The stars will be performing at the South of England Event Centre, Ardingly as part of their Summer Shout Out shows.

Tickets are: £39.50 & booking fee (General Admission) and £55.00 & booking fee (Golden Circle), children under 14 must be accompanied by an adult. Tickets are all standing, disabled tickets are available from Ticketmaster, call: 0800 988 4440.

For more information about ticketing, see: www.little-mix.com, www.ticketmaster.co.uk, www. lhgtickets.com or www.southofenglandeventcentre.co.uk Sunday, September 3 2017, 10.00am - 5.00pm Sullivan's Heroes Jewellery & Gift Sales At The Dormansland Horse & Dog Show 2017 Carewell Farm, St. Piers Lane, Dormansland RH7 6PN A huge choice of jewellery and gift items, new ex-duty free stock generously dontaed by Scorpio Worldwide, there will also be a selection of watches, perfumes, cosmetics, electronics and other gifts on sale.

All proceeds from the sales will provide funds towards ongoing grants for adaptations for disabled children. For more information, visit: www.sullivansheroes.org/events Sunday, September 3 2017, 10.00am Lingfield Greathed Gallop 5 Mile 2017 The Clocktower Young Epilepsy, St Pier's Lane, Lingfield RH7 6PW The five mile multi-terrain race organised by Lingfield Running Club has been going since 2012.

The chosen charity is Jigsaw, there will be prizes for all competitors.

Full race fees and more information, visit: www. lingfieldrunningclub.co.uk or, their Facebook page: www. facebook.com/GreathedGallop5 Sunday, September 10 2017, Starts 9.00am - 10.30am Balcombe Walk For Haywards Heath Friends Of St Catherine's Hospice Victory Hall, Stockcroft Road, Balcombe RH17 6HP The walk takes palce with challenges including a full 12.5 mile circular route, a 9 mile walk, a 6 mile walk, or a 4 mile walk.

To register online, visit: www.stch.org.uk/balcombewalk or call the events team on: 01293 447355.

The local organisers can be contacted for more information, call John Kitchington on: 01444 440452, Pat Colquhoun on: 01444 811367 or Joan Moon on: 01444 257610.

LEISURE

Ten Things To Do With Children That Cost Absolutely Nothing The school holidays all too often can cost parents and grandparents an arm and a leg! Not with this guide, we have got great summer ideas which cost absolutely nothing!

By Shelley Welti Go For A Picnic What can be nicer than a picnic on a summer’s day? Instead of eating your lunch inside, escape to the garden, the park or a sunny green patch for the perfect alfresco afternoon. Take a football to prolong the fun and get some more fresh air in the process.

Get On Your Bike Living with access to such stunning countryside on our doorsteps – and cycle paths which run amongst it, it is a shame not to enjoy it. Take advantage of the gorgeous green fields, pretty pathways and the sunshine by getting on your bikes and enjoying an adventure!

Learn About Local History If you have never stepped foot in a local museum, now is the time to do so. Our local museums are usually free or only ask for a small donation to enter. Take a look at the area’s past and give the kids a sense of what the area used to be like, even just a short time ago.

Hold A Sports Day With school sports days fresh in their minds, it is time to get them away from the TV and having fun while keeping fit. Round up balls, bats, skipping ropes and anything you can find for your very own sports day! Run races like threelegged and egg and spoon relays for fun guaranteed to get the whole family giggling, and tired out.

Ready, Stead… Bake!

Unleash your inner Mary Berry and get cooking up a cakey storm. Many of us have basic sponge ingredients already in the cupboard such as flour, eggs and milk, along with bowls and spoons to get started. If you fancy taking your cakes to the next level, you might want to buy some extra ingredients to make icing or get decorating.

Create And Craft Great for days when the British weather is being temperamental, a crafting session can get the creative juices flowing and pass hours. Dig out the craft box, glue, coloured card and any bits and bobs they would like to decorate with to create works of art – such as cards and posters. There is lots of craft inspiration available online.

Let The Curtain Rise On A Family Talent Show Take to the stage (or just appear from behind the living room door) and perform your party trick. Take it in turns to sing, dance, do magic tricks and tell jokes for a fun family day with a difference.

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Read New Books Let them lose themselves in a good book for a few hours.

Think it will be costly? Think again.

Our local libraries are free to join, and everyone can loan a load of books for absolutely no charge.

Watch Your Favourite Films Another perfect rainy day activity.

Get the kids to choose their favourite films and add your favourite to the movie mix too, then take it in turns to sit back and get swept up the storylines. After each film talk about what you all liked about it, which you thought were the funniest bits and what you thought it was about.

Teach Them About Who They Are When was the last time you spoke to the kids about your grandparents or other ancestors?

Chances are with how busy everyday life is, it might not have happened yet. Use a lazy summer’s day to tell them all about who they are and the people who have shaped your family. You could even start to create a family tree!

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Every month, we talk to over one hundred thousand South of England households – Do you want to talk to them too?

These days, the options for marketing your business are almost limitless.

A few years ago, all most people did was chuck a listing in the Yellow Pages, join a local networking group and rely on word of mouth.

In the 21st century, the landscape’s changed, a lot. New media’s come in, in a big way; and every few months there’s a new ‘shiny object’ that’s described as ‘the one thing that businesses must do’.

At Mantra Magazines, we’ve got an alternative. Because, whilst Facebook and Google are important, every single month we can testify to the fact that print advertising is not dead. In fact, it’s thriving.

Over the last 10 years I’ve really built up a good rapport with RH Uncovered and I really trust what they do for me, so on that basis I really wouldn’t feel that I would go anywhere else Tim Burberry, Tim Burberry Plumbing and Heating

They are very easy to talk to, nothing is ever too much trouble and they get things right, first time.

There is no stress involved in dealing with them. They know what I want and return something that is pretty much perfect Greg Fergusson Fergussons Auto Services,

Every single year since we started out, our business has grown; and there’s a simple reason for that: businesses want to reach out to their prospects in a way that’s genuine, trustworthy and builds relationships.

The fact of the matter is that it’s a lot more difficult to do that online, when your prospect doesn’t get to retain your message, dwell on it and decide whether it’s for them or not.

For strong, long-lasting and profitable relationships with your target market, print advertising is still where it’s at, and given that advertising with our magazines can give you access to over 100,000 homes, that’s no surprise.

Call us today on 01342 718348 for more details on how we can help you.

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I am now running my advert in 3 issues and they are working brilliantly! They keep me more than busy, in fact sometimes I don’t even like to look at my phone!

Michael Barker started working with RH Uncovered when he started business 3 years ago - we asked him why he likes to work with us...

“On starting my own business, my first I am now running port of call after getting a business plan my advert in the RH10, RH19 together was to call Mantra Magazines, and RH6 issues and they are because I know they are well known in working brilliantly! the area, they come through our door For example in winter months certain every month. I know the people that work there and that they have very nice aspects of my work change, so I get a call in September for to discuss what changes to friendly staff. make to my advert to reflect the changes in the type of work I will be looking for.

I started advertising with RH Uncovered in January 2013. I started off with a sixteenth The day the advert goes out I know straight page ad, which was obviously not very big away that the magazines are being but it was enough to get me going. delivered as my phone starts ringing – some days every 5 minutes! I personally have I now run my adverts in the RH10, RH19 had days when I have received 10-15 leads. and RH6 issues and they are working brilliantly. They keep me more than busy, in fact sometimes I don’t even like to look at Mantra Magazines has been the key to my phone as there are loads of voicemails my success from day one, which is why and messages! But obviously that it is when they ask if I want to renew – good that they are keeping me more than I say “of course - definitely!” occupied with work.

I would recommend Mantra Magazines I would recommend to anyone who wants to get a business Mantra Magazines to anyone up and running or someone who’s got who wants to get a business up a good business who just wants help and running or someone who’s get their name in front of the public got a good business who just eye. The staff are brilliant and all very wants help get their name in front helpful. It’s a no-brainer, I’d definitely of the public eye. recommend them.”

I think it’s down to the advert itself.

They put a lot of work into the layout of my advert. You always get sent a proof as well, so if there are little bits you want to change, like the font, the colours or maybe adding a picture in – they will always work on it and make changes until it is perfect.

Michael Barker, Copthorne Garden Services

I get a phone call almost every month to check the content of my advert is OK and the team will always offer new suggestions.

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COVER STORY

A mother, a daughter and three possible fathers, and a trip down the aisle you’ll never forget!

MAMMA MIA!

Comes To The Brighton Centre The sensational feel-good musical MAMMA MIA! will come to The Brighton Centre for a two and a half week run from Tuesday, August 15 – Sunday, September 3 as part of the show’s first UK tour.

By Jacob White AMMA MIA! is musical theatre producer Judy Craymer’s ingenious and creative vision of staging the much-loved story-telling magic of ABBA’s timeless songs with an enchanting tale of family and friendship unfolding on a picturesque Greek island paradise where things do not quite go to plan.

To date, the show has been seen by more than 60 million people in 50 productions in 16 different “MAMMA MIA! is a tremendous feel good languages. MAMMA MIA! The Movie, released in show with a fantastic soundtrack so we’re sure 2008 and starring Hollywood superstars Meryl Streep and Pierce Brosnan, is the highest worldwide it will be as big a hit on the coast as it has been in the capital, and we’re really looking forward to grossing live-action musical film of all time. welcoming the cast and crew to Brighton.”

From London’s West End to true global With music and lyrics by Benny Andersson phenomenon, the London production of MAMMA and Björn Ulvaeus, MAMMA MIA! is written by MIA! has now been seen by more than 10% of the Catherine Johnson, directed by Phyllida Lloyd and entire UK population. It has the high accolade of being one of five musicals to have run for more than choreographed by Anthony Van Laast and features a funny tale on a Greek island – on the eve of 10 years both on Broadway and in the West End. her wedding, a daughter’s quest to discover the Further historical achievements of a cultural true identity of her father brings three men from nature followed in July 2011 when the hit show became the first Western musical ever to be staged her mother’s past to the island they last visited 20-years-ago. in the Mandarin language in the People’s Republic The MAMMA MIA! UK Tour is produced by of China, in Shanghai’s world famous Grand Theatre Judy Craymer, Richard East and Björn Ulvaeus for – it had previously been performed in English.

Littlestar in association with Universal and NGM. Rebecca Esteves, revenue and commerce With the story-telling magic of ABBA’s timeless manager at the Brighton Centre, said: “We’re really songs, this enchanting tale of love, laughter and excited to be welcoming such an established show friendship ensures every night everyone’s having to the Brighton Centre. Having wowed crowds in the time of their lives and leave The Brighton the West End it’s a great honour to be among the Centre thanking ABBA for the music! venues that will be featuring it during its UK tour.’

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Competition Time!

We have teamed up with The Brighton Centre to offer you the chance to WIN a family ticket to see MAMMA MIA! For more information on how to win, visit our website: www.rhuncovered.co.uk TERMS & CONDITIONS:Tickets are valid to see MAMMA MIA! at The Brighton Centre on Wednesday, August 16 2017 at 7.30pm only.

Family ticket can be used by any combination of a total of 4 adults and children. At least 1 adult must be present. No purchase necessary.

Tickets are non-exchangeable. Closing date for entries is 12.00pm on Wednesday, August 9 2017, entries received after this will not be counted.

Winners will be required to collect their tickets from box office on the night of the show. Any travel and accommodation will not be included in the prize.

“Fantastic fun!” Classic FM Ridiculously enjoyable!” The Daily Telegraph “One of the most successful musicals ever.” Evening Standard For more information about MAMMA MIA! visit: www.mamma-mia.com or see Facebook: www.facebook.com/mammamiamusical or Twitter: www.twitter.com/MammaMiaMusical.

For tickets at The Brighton Centre, visit: www.brightoncentre.co.uk/whats-on/2017/mamma-mia/

A Small Joint Replacement that makes a Big Difference

By Oliver Harley, Consultant Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon MBBS, BSc, MBA, FRCSEd(Plastic Surgery)

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id you know that it is possible to do joint replacements for fingers? You probably know at least one person who has had a hip or a knee replacement for arthritis.

Similar technology, on a much smaller scale, is available for finger joints which become painful as a result of arthritis. The hands are a very common place to get arthritis due to them consisting of 27 bones each separated with cartilage. The most frequently affected joints are those in the fingers.

However, a finger joint replacement is much less common than hip and knee replacements due to the miniature size of the of finger joints.

Despite this, the pay off for a patient suffering from severe arthritis can make this a very worthwhile option for treatment.

There are three joints in each finger - the joint at the base of the finger, the joint in the middle of the finger, the joint closest to the fingertip. Arthritis can affect any of these three joints, it can affect a single joint on a single finger or several joints and fingers.

It will cause various combinations of pain, deformity and loss of movement. This pain and loss of movement can have a serious impact on everyday life and make simple tasks such as making a cup of tea or writing very difficult. Arthritis is typically easy to diagnose based on the symptoms and the appearance of the finger. X-rays help to confirm the diagnosis. Arthritis pain is often noted for the first time after a minor knock or sprain which takes longer than expected to settle down.

Before considering surgery painful finger joints may respond to painkillers applied as creams or taken by mouth. Pain killing injections (steroids) may be given directly into joints in clinic when you see a hand specialist at The McIndoe Centre or The Horder Centre. If pain persists despite the use of painkillers it may be time to think about an operation which offers long term pain relief in at least 90% of cases.

The decision to get a finger joint replacement is largely down to the level of pain caused and how much this impacts on everyday life.

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There are two types of operation which are helpful for arthritic fingers: Fusing the joint (arthrodesis) or joint replacement (arthroplasty). These are day case operations which can usually be done by ‘awake surgery’ using local anaesthetic. The artificial joint is made of silicon plastic is similar to a miniature artificial knee joint in appearance. Some patients will have more than one finger joint replacement in a single operation. A small incision is made in the finger and the damaged joint is removed.

The artificial joint is inserted and cemented into place. It functions in the same way as a healthy joint, a bit like a hinge on a door, although, the movement is typically about half the range in a healthy joint. Alternatively, fusing the joint means that it is set in a fixed position and no further movement is possible. Both types of operation reliably remove the pain from arthritis but of course have different results regarding the freedom of movement in the hand.

After surgery, some hand physiotherapy is necessary for several weeks and protective splints are often required during this period but typically these may be removed at times to do light activities as well as physiotherapy exercises. After about 8-10 weeks patients should be able to resume usual activities including golf, tennis and gardening, for example.

Mr Oliver Harley is a Consultant Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon specialising in both cosmetic and hand surgery.

He has clinics at The Horder Centre in Crowborough (hands) and at The McIndoe Centre in East Grinstead.

Please call 0800 917 4922 or visit themcindoecentre.co.uk for further information about our orthopaedic services or to arrange a consultation.

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HEALTH

How Can An Osteopath Help Your Sporting Life?

Whether you are an athlete or cricketer drawing the season to a close, or a footballer or rugby player gearing up for the new season, how can an osteopath help make sure that you are match-fit and ready to go? Also, what can they do to help you post-match to make sure you feel a sense of wellbeing?

By Jacob White

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laying sport and doing regular exercise is good for your health, but sometimes sport can result in injuries caused by a fall or heavy blow, not warming up properly, using inappropriate equipment or poor technique or pushing yourself too hard.

Almost any part of the body can be injured including the muscles, bones, joints and tissues such as tendons and ligaments. The most commonly affected areas vulnerable to both summer and winter sports injuries are the ankles and the knees.

What Is Osteopathy And How Can Osteopaths Help?

Osteopathy is a way of detecting, treating and preventing health problems by moving, stretching and massaging muscles and joints based on the principle that health and wellbeing is based on bones, muscles, ligaments and tissues working together.

An osteopath’s aim is to: • Increase the mobility of joints • Relieve muscle tension • Enhance blood supply to tissue • Help the body heal An osteopath can help with: • Lower back pain • Neck pain • Shoulder pain • Arthritis • Problems with the pelvis, hips and legs

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Does osteopathy work?

Many patients argue that it does work and it is especially effective in treating persistent lower back pain and the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) recommends the treatment for those with the condition.

Who can treat me in osteopathy?

Osteopathy is not widely available on the NHS but your GP should be able to tell you whether it is available in your area but most patients pay for osteopathy treatment privately with treatment costs varying for different sessions.

You do not need to be referred by your GP to see a private osteopath, a top tip is that most private health insurers provide cover for osteopathic treatment but do see your policy for more details.

Importantly, when you are looking for an osteopath, only practitioners registered with the General Osteopathic Council (GOsC) are allowed to practise as osteopaths or call themselves osteopaths.

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I would say that about 90% - 95% of our business all comes directly from the RH Uncovered magazines!

Good Wills and Estate Planning are local Estate Planning Practitioners and first advertised with us in 2009. We asked Naz why she first chose RH Uncovered and what sets us apart from other local publications.

“Our business is quite transient, so we are constantly looking for new clients, which is why we need to advertise for new business on a regular basis.

We chose the RH Uncovered magazines because they are a local publication and they are very established, the previous owner of our business would use them to advertise and recommended them to us. We advertise every month and we have done consistently since January 2009, which is really important for our presence and brand awareness.

We would never drop our advertising in RH Uncovered magazines, we will carry on consistently doing it, because we see such a good return from running it.

We ask every single client that comes to us how they found us. The majority of the time they have either come directly from one of the RH Uncovered magazines or it has been a referral from an existing client - but then a majority of our referrals have then come from clients which have initially come from the RH Uncovered magazines so I would say that about 90% - 95% of our business all comes directly from the RH Uncovered magazines.

We advertise every month and we have done consistently since January 2009, which is really important to maintain our presence and to raise our brand awareness.

I think the main difference with advertising across the RH Uncovered magazines, is that they are filled with informative articles that are interesting to our target audience, so every month people pick them up and they will read them.

I find the guys at Mantra Magazines are always really friendly and always eager to help out. If we ever want any tweaks to our adverts – they will always do them for us.

If we have any issues or need any customer service there is always somebody there to speak to us on the phone or reply to an email.

We would never drop our advertising in RH Uncovered magazines, we will carry on consistently doing it, because we see such a good return from running it. We consider it great value when you work out the cost per thousand for the amount of magazines that are going out to people and delivered directly to their homes.

I find the guys at Mantra Magazines are always really friendly and eager to help out!

I have no doubt in recommending advertising across the RH Uncovered magazines for any local business looking to expand or get new customers coming in.”

Hear more from Naz, and other customers, on our website at www.mantramagazines.co.uk/customer-testimonial-videos

“We would never drop our advertising in RH Uncovered magazines” Naz Motivala, Good Wills and Estate Planning

Caring with compassion

Do you have what it takes to make a difference?

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Recruiting Now! We are currently recruiting for the following positions • Team Leaders • Weekend Chef • Hostesses • Day/Night Carers (min NVQ2 or proven experience) If you would like to join our friendly, dedicated team, please contact Tina Wigley on 01342 333900 or e-mail admin@littlefair.net www.littlefair.net Room vacancies also available Littlefair is an independent care home conveniently located within walking distance of East Grinstead town centre.

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CHILDREN

What To Do If You Did Not Make The Grade The exams have been sat and the results are in. After weeks of exams, months of revision and years of studying the hard work is over but the tough choices about the future are only just beginning and those choices can become a lot tougher if you did not get the exam results you were hoping for but we a handy guide to what your next steps should be if your exam results are more “argh!” than A*.

By Jacob White

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or those who have just received their GCSE exam results and fallen short of expectations or the necessary grades needed to gain entry into a chosen school sixth form or further education college: Talk To Your Teachers About Re-marking If your grades are not what you expected and you think there is a mistake, speak to your teachers about re-marking. They can advise you on whether it is the right thing to do – you will need to make a re-marking request through your school. There is a charge for re-marking, this is refunded if your grades are changed, but remember your grades could go down as well as up. If you have requested that your exams are re-marked, some sixth forms and colleges might allow you to start your studies pending the outcome of your request – call them and explain the situation as soon as possible.

Talk To Your Sixth Form Or College If you did not get the grades needed, they might still be able to accept you or they may offer you a place on a different course at their institution. They may also be in the position to recommend other local colleges elsewhere which have entry requirements that would suit your exam results better.

Re-sit Your GCSEs While it might be difficult to come to terms with doing the work you have already completed, if you need certain grades to get the job or university place you want, your best option could be to re-sit your GCSEs. This does not have to mean re-doing them in school – you can take online GCSE courses that will allow you to fit them around work, A Levels, or other commitments.

There are online GCSE courses, but bear in mind some have strict deadlines just like at school. If you are planning on working or taking A Levels at the same time as studying for GCSEs, it is best to find a flexible course with no deadlines. This allows you to work at your own pace, making sure you will not get overwhelmed. Re-doing your exams will demonstrate dedication, and this can be beneficial in future applications. However, if you have a particular university or course in mind, you should check that they will accept re-sits, and if the entry requirements are higher when re-sits are involved.

Look At Vocational Courses If you found your exams particularly difficult, it could be that an academic career is not for you.

Think about taking a vocational or professional qualification which could suit you better - it will prepare you for work in a more practical way.

There will be some hands-on learning as well as some time studying. There are vocational courses both online and available at colleges which offer accredited professional qualifications in fields including PR, accounting, marketing and management.

Think About An Apprenticeship Rewarding and well-paid careers can come out of apprenticeships – they allow you to study for your qualification while gaining practical experience working in your chosen industry.

Typically, you work four days and study one.

Some require certain grades at GCSE, check which apprenticeships you are eligible for.

For more information, visit: www.gov.uk/topic/ further-education-skills/apprenticeships

With many possibilities at your fingertips, missing out on your expected GCSE grades does not have to be a disaster. Whether you re-sit your exams to get back on track, or take a new route, you are bound to find something that suits you and your abilities, results day is the beginning of future you, not the end.

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STYLE

Feeling The Festival Fashion At RH Uncovered we love a seriously good festival, so whether you are planning on channelling hipster chic or looking beautifully boho, we have your style ideas sorted!

By Shelley Welti One of the most coveted festival fashion items is the denim jacket and for good reason! Not only a timeless piece, they are warm too. Perfect for wearing as the sun goes down on an amazing day!

Light Wash Cropped Denim Jacket, www.prettylittlething.com, £35.00 Florals? Check. Vintage-inspired sleeves? Yes. Wearable after the festival?

Of course! With this retro-feel ditsy print dress, you will love to wear it all through the festival and beyond.

Floral print dress, New Look, £22.99 Whether you are going all out in festival fabulousness or just want to give a fashionable nod, these embellished sunnies will add trend-led style to your vibe.

Festival Sunglasses, www.very.co.uk, £12.00

A must for all festival-goers, a hat. Not only practical for keeping you covered up as the sun, hopefully, shines, but effortlessly stylish too. Just throw on and look glam – even if you have not washed your hair for a few days!

Coastal Fedora, Figleaves, £30.00

These beautifully embroidered boots not only look lovely - they can be dressed up or down, but they will also keep your feet safe from any festival mud too.

Tan Embroidered Western boots, New Look, £34.99

Prefer your accessories to do the talking? This gorgeous gold trim bag will add a festival-feel to your outfit, while still being a safe place to store your purse and phone.

Duffle Bag, Miss Selfridge, £35.00

Jumpsuits are great for festivals – they cover you up from the sun, wind or rain, yet still look on-trend. Add a super stylish cold shoulder to the mix and you could not look cooler.

Cold Shoulder Culotte Jumpsuit, George At Asda, £16.00

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FOOD AND DRINK

Sicilian Spaghetti & Meatballs Preparation: 20 minutes Cooking: 25-35 minutes Serves: 4 Ingredients: 400g pack essential Waitrose British Beef Mince 4 Cooks’ Ingredients Sunkissed Tomatoes in Olive Oil, roughly chopped 2 tbsp pine nuts, chopped 2 tbsp raisins, chopped 1 medium essential Waitrose Free Range Egg, beaten 25g pack parsley, chopped 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar 50g fresh white breadcrumbs 2 tbsp finely grated Parmigiano Reggiano, plus extra to serve 1 tbsp olive oil 500g Waitrose Italian Passata With Onion & Garlic 300g spaghetti

Thousands of recipes can be found at www.waitrose.com Method 1. In a bowl, mix together the beef, sunkissed tomatoes, pine nuts, raisins, egg, most of the parsley and vinegar. Add the breadcrumbs and 2 tablespoons of the cheese and mix until well combined. Firmly shape the mixture into 20 even-sized balls.

2. Heat the oil in a large pan and cook the meatballs for 5 minutes, turning carefully until nicely browned. Pour in the passata and 200ml water, cover and simmer gently for 20-30 minutes until the meatballs are completely cooked through and the sauce has thickened.

3. Meanwhile, cook the spaghetti according to packet instructions, then drain and return to the pan.

Add a ladleful of the sauce to the pan and toss together to coat the spaghetti. Divide among shallow bowls and top with the meatballs and remaining sauce. Sprinkle over the extra Parmigiano Reggiano and parsley, to serve.

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Designing A Child-Friendly Garden For children the summer holidays and the garden go hand-in-hand – a great place for smashing balls around, running about with the dog, or having friends round for fun and games. However, this can be at odds with the view of a garden to parents or grandparents, so, what can you do to help this?

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or most families, the first area of priority is somewhere to relax, eat or entertain outside - a sitting area where you can put out garden furniture and set up the barbecue is the answer, screened off with a low hedge, or some heavy containers, filled with easy-going plants – herbs are a good choice.

Most people make their seating area close to the house, usually right outside patio doors where it is convenient but when the back of the house is in shade for most of the day, it is often better to put the seating area further down the garden, where it catches the sun for the longest amount of time.

Think about a dedicated play area which relieves the adult garden of a lot of wear and tear. If you are looking to mark out sports pitches or place climbing frames or a playhouse use a ground surface with hard-wearing rye-grass or bark chippings. A lock-up garden chest is a good idea for garden toys.

To prevent balls, dogs or small children in neighbours’ gardens, plant banks of shrubs around boundaries. Choose hardy varieties such forsythia or philadelphus, avoiding prickly ones such as berberis or pyracantha. Other ideas include climbers such as honeysuckle or thornless blackberry.

The adult area of the garden is where you can house the more delicate features such as perennial flowerbeds, container garden, raised flowerbeds, greenhouse or decorative vegetable patch. These are best safely separated from the places children play by a soft barrier that is ball and bike proof!

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A row of fruit trees, a hedge or an ornamental tree and shrub border makes an attractive and at the same time, practical divider. Alternatively, use ornamental trellis with climbers. If limited for space, a row of woven hazel or heather panels with an arch through into your next area does the trick!

A child-friendly garden does not have to remain the same, keep it under review.

As the children grow older, you might like to replace the play area and introduce an area for them to find a quiet space for them to complete their homework or meet friends in a relaxed and safe environment.

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How To Create The Perfect Guest Room The summer holidays are here and the number of guests passing through the home is up, but just how do you create the perfect guest room? Here are some ideas to make your guest feel at home!

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hether you are hosting friends, your mother-in-law or your parents are spending the summer holidays with you to help with childcare, or if it is your children returning home from university for the summer, what simple additions can you make to a spare room make sure it has a wow factor?

Bags of Books One of the most enjoyable pastimes when visiting someone else’s home is rummaging through their book collection.

Whether you have wall-shelving or a bookcase, stock with a variety of good quality reading that appeals to all tastes. Do not forget to add some bright bedside lamps or reading lights!

Case Closed Add a fold-up luggage stand, this hotel-inspired touch saves guests from having to squat on the floor to rifle through their suitcases for items. Make sure it is accessible and ready at the foot of the bed.

Accessorise Whether you put them in the bathroom or in the bedroom, little extras make guests feel special. Taking more inspiration from hotel visits - include toiletries and niceties in case of forgotten items such as mini toothpaste, an extra toothbrush, emery boards and small bottles of hand lotion.

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Pillow Delight Some like them flat, some like them fluffy. Keep a range of pillows ready to satisfy guests’ individual tastes and do not forget to invest in tasteful blankets, you never know with the British weather!

Get Hooked Your guests will not have a designated spot in your home to tuck away jumpers, purses and car keys. Make it easy for them by mounting hooks and wall racks on the backs of doors, or in easily accessible areas of their guest room. Remember to have plenty of coat hangers available for outdoor clothes.

Say It With Flowers There is nothing as welcoming as freshly cut flowers, keep the arrangement simple though.

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Right On Time Ensure that guests do not miss a planned activity, or breakfast by placing a small clock in their room, whether just for them to keep time, or for them to set the alarm for an early morning wake-up call.

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