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Hello... 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. It’s over to you! The RH Team
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Community Articles, News & What’s On 16
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MAMMA MIA! Comes To The Brighton Centre 18
HEALTH
How Can An Osteopath Help Your Sporting Life? 28
STYLE
Feeling The Festival Fashion 29
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Helping Your Pet Stay Cool This Summer 30
ADVERTISING SALES
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Smartphone Apps To Save You Money On Your Car Insurance 42
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Into The Wild
Wildlife photography is a huge challenge, both technically and artistically, and also in predicting the behaviour of the animal subjects and reacting quickly enough to capture their actions. By Georgia Lambert
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ulti-award winning wildlife photographer, 25-year-old Alannah Hawker from Merstham not only takes great wildlife photos but also shares a unique relationship with a family of wild, urban foxes. “I love photographing beautiful British wildlife as I feel that a lot of the animals are under appreciated. My favourite animal to photograph is the fox and although they get a bad reputation from the press, they are actually fascinating animals.’ “I have been lucky enough to follow the same fox family for about five years and from what I have observed, they are incredibly caring animals. I love watching the bond between the family and the little’uns, they never get boring” said Alannah. After watching the cubs grow up, Alannah was happy to see that one of the cubs – a vixen named Jack remain in the original territory and have cubs of her own. Watching Jack every year since birth, Alannah has managed
to build up a relationship with the wild vixen. Now, Jack treats Alannah as one of her own, allowing her to see intimate events usually hidden from human eyes. It was this special relationship that led to Alannah’s documentation of fox life and the footage of Jack was used on Channel 4’s Foxes Live in May 2012. The following year, Alannah placed a night-vision camera under her shed where Jack chose to den, the footage was streamed live around the world as Cubcam. This breakthrough earned her an invitation to be a guest on BBC’s Springwatch Extra to discuss her work. Alannah’s work has taken her all over the country, working with her partner Lawrie Brailey and
winning awards for her candid photos of animals in their natural habitat. From having a two page spread in Photography Monthly to gaining highly acclaimed awards in the British Wildlife Photography Awards for three years running and her work has been included in touring exhibitions of the UK. Alannah has always had an interest in wildlife and photography ever since she was young, but did not think to mix them together until she was studying art and since that day, she has not looked back. Alannah, says: “I find most of my inspiration in my subjects. I love being able to watch and observe wildlife, capturing snapshots of their lives in their habitats and sharing them with people.” Patience is a virtue when it comes to wildlife photography, and Alannah is currently trying to find the ideal spot to photo the perfect shot of the sneaky and eluding reptiles, wild owls and badgers.
Alannah gives talks about her work and the relationship with her foxes, and she also often holds exhibitions in and around Surrey. Her work is all handmade and is available to buy through her website: www.alannahhawker.com For more information, visit Alannah’s Facebook page: www.facebook.com/ AlannahHawkerPhotography
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Meet The Caring Stripey Stork Most storks heading for the nursery have only a 7lb bundle of joy to carry, but there is one stork which comes with baby’s toys, clothes and equipment as well! By Sarah Ballingal
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tarted in 2013, Stripey Stork is the idea of Nicola Dawes - her two children were growing fast, and Nicola was keen that the items no longer needed were passed on to families in difficulty. She spoke to support agencies and was told that such items were required they had no facilities to store or sort them before distribution. Undeterred, Nicola sought to find a solution, and with a little help from her friends, word travelled fast and soon donations, both new and pre-loved, were arriving from all over the area. Taking referrals from the agencies supporting local families in need - health visitors, social workers and children’s centres, the scheme took off and now Stripey Stork operates from a 2,000 sq ft warehouse in Redhill. The stock is attractively displayed in defined areas, and Nicola and her team deal with the referrals from health professionals and support workers, meaning they can easily make choices based on their clients’ needs. The organised stock means that any emergency requests can be swiftly assembled and the charity has become indispensable to social services and charities. Stripey Stork prides itself on passing on items in good condition – items are cleaned, and safety checked where necessary. They want the families who receive these donations to feel they are receiving a gift and not a handout. Celebrating its 4th anniversary this month the charity has so far responded to 3,000 requests for help, giving out a million pounds’ worth of items. There is no geographical limit to the service
although it is often 20-30 mile radius. There is a core team of 30 volunteers along with more than 100 others who help out. Nicola is grateful to her volunteers and proud that the Santa Stork Team was awarded the Reigate and Banstead Mayor’s Award in recognition of their work during Stripey Stork’s 2016 Christmas Campaign. Closed during August, except for emergencies, Stripey Stork is back in action in September and will be focusing on their Santa Stork 2017 campaign. Christmas is a stressful and costly time for most people, but for struggling families, it can be especially worrying. The support the team receive from the community to run the Christmas campaign is so important, and there are lots of ways to help. There will be an Amazon wish list available where donors can choose an item for a child who would otherwise receive little at Christmas. These go straight to the charity so people can get involved where they live. The charity relies on the support of those who make financial donations online. In October donations are doubled by local giving resluting in the team supporting more. For more information about Stripey Stork, visit: www.stripeystork.org.uk or visit it’s Facebook page: www.facebook.com/stripeystork or follow on Twitter or Instagram: @stripeystork
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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. By Jacob White
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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.”
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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 Reigate Pupils Complete Gold Duke Of Edinburgh Award Past and present students from Dunottar School in Reigate are celebrating after completing their Gold Duke of Edinburgh Award. School captain Jacqueline Hill and university student Emily Boden will be presented with their special awards at Buckingham Palace this summer. Duke of Edinburgh co-ordinator Ian Richardson, said: “We are delighted that they have completed their award. For Jacqueline to complete all of the required sections during her sixth form years whilst balancing her other commitments as school captain is also a huge achievement. It has been a pleasure to have been involved in helping them.” Former sports captain and county tennis player Emily Boden is currently reading Sports Science at Oxford Brookes University. Reigate Rotary Clubs Does It’s Bit Helping Sixth Formers With Job Interview Skills In the spring, members of the Reigate Rotary Club visited The Royal Alexandra & Albert School in Reigate as part of their mock interview programme held over two evenings. More than 30 sixth form students were interviewed in circumstances which simulated the application for a career post. They had submitted their CV and were questioned thoroughly about their background and to assess their potential. The programme which is arranged nationally by the Rotary organisation is designed to show the students what they might expect when they leave school or university. A comprehensive report is given to each interviewee along with advice on how General Election 2017 Reigate stayed true blue as chair of the Foreign Affairs Select Committee Crispin Blunt comfortably held his seat – Crispin Blunt won 30,896 votes (57.4 per cent) to hold the seat he has held since the 1997 General Election. Majority: 17,614 | Turnout: 72%
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they can perfect their performance. The course is designed to improve their confidence, presentation and answers to questions, so when the time comes for a real interview for a job, they are more likely to succeed. This scheme is part of the ongoing service to the local community project of the Rotary club. New Event For The Party 4 Patrick Festival Join fundraisers for a picnic for Patrick this August bank holiday weekend. After eight years of full-on event going, this year, organisers are still partying for Patrick this summer, but are taking their flagship event in a new direction. This bank holiday weekend they are inviting friends and supporters for a big picnic in Reigate to celebrate the great British Summer! Taking place from 12.00pm on Saturday, August 26 to Sunday, August 27 at 12.00pm, this year organisers are sneaking back to Littleton Manor Farm in Reigate for a last hurrah, as the farm is currently up for sale. Please bring your own food for a picnic or to cook on our barbecue, which will be getting fired up, as well as your own drinks (in plastic containers) to see you through the weekend’s festivities. Tickets for this year’s event are available at £10.00 for adults and £5.00 for those younger than 18-year-olds, those aged five or younger go free. There are limited tickets available, sales close at 12.00pm on Friday, August 25. Gates open: 12.00pm Saturday, August 26 Gates close: 12.00pm Sunday, August 27 For more information about the event, see: www.patrickevansfoundation.co.uk/party_for_patrick
Result: Crispin Blunt, Conservative. 30,896 votes 57.4% share of the vote Toby Brampton, Labour. 13,282 votes 24.7% share of the vote Anna Tarrant, Liberal Democrat. 5,889 votes 10.9% share of the vote Jonathan Essex, Green. 2,214 votes 4.1% share of the vote Joe Fox, UKIP. 1,542 votes 2.9% share of the vote
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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.
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Summer Shout Out!
Little Mix’s energy, passion and hit songs come to Sussex in an exciting and fun evening! By Jacob White
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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
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WHAT’S ON 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, August 5 2017 3.50pm Hooves & Grooves: Simply Red Tribute Lingfield Park Resort, Racecourse Road, Lingfield RH7 6PQ Afternoon and evening of entertainment featuring 7 races and live music for approximately one hour after the racing (around 9:45pm). Advanced tickets from £20.00. For info, 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. Saturday, August 12 2017, 3.50pm Hooves & Grooves:Totally Tina Lingfield Park Resort, Racecourse Road, Lingfield RH7 6PQ Afternoon and evening of entertainment featuring 7 races and live music for approximately one hour after the racing (around 9:45pm). Advanced tickets from £20.00. For info, visit: www.lingfieldpark.co.uk or, call 01342 834800 Saturday, August 12 2017, 7.30pm Reigate Manor Dinner Disco Reigate Manor, Reigate Hill RH2 9PF The BEST WESTERN Reigate Manor is host to a wide variety of events, which are held throughout the year, as well as being the perfect party venue in Surrey. For more information, visit: www.reigatemanor.co.uk, call: 01737 240125 or. email: functions@reigatemanor.co.uk 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. Sunday, August 20 2017, 3.00pm Surrey Blues Summer Jam The Castle - Outwood, Village Eatery and Ale House, Millers Lane, Outwood RH1 5QB Live blues artists from across Surrey. For more information, call: 01342 842754 or email: thecastleoutwood@gmail.com Monday, August 21 2017, 2.00pm Come Fly With Me - Sunrise Senior Living Sunrise of Banstead, Croydon Lane, Banstead SM7 3AG Popular duo Valerie and Chris return to perform clarinet and poetry. For more information, call: 01737 888598 or, visit: www.sunrisebanstead.co.uk 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
Friday, August 25 2017, 2.30pm A Classical Afternoon Concert With River City Saxes - Sunrise Senior Living Sunrise of Banstead, Croydon Lane, Banstead SM7 3AG A quartet of classically trained musicians who delight us with our favourite classical pieces. For more information, call: 01737 888598 or, visit: www. sunrisebanstead.co.uk 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 Sunday, August 27 2017, 12.00pm - 7.00pm Crawley Irish Festival The Hawth Theatre, Hawth Avenue, Crawley RH10 6YZ Celebrating Irish culture in the south east of England with international entertainers on the main stage and bill topping acts on the traditional stage. The dance areas features the Festival Open Feis, the Crawley Celli with dancing displays from Crawley’s Irish dance schools. For information, see: www.celtic-irish.co.uk or, call John Nolan on: 01293 513189. 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 go towards 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. Chosen charity is Jigsaw, there will be prizes for competitors. Full race fees and more information, visit: www. lingfieldrunningclub.co.uk or, their Facebook page: www. facebook.com/GreathedGallop5
COVER STORY
A mother, a daughter and three possible fathers, and a trip down the aisle you’ll never forget!
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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/
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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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The Complimentary View My third, monthly article dealing with the questions I am asked by my patients and the advice I give to them, concerns exercise... Specifically, I want to talk about the value of the simplest exercise of them all: Walking! When I was about five years old, my sister and I used to have breakfast with my grandparents. More often than not, my granddad would be running late and my grandma would tell him that if he didn’t get a move on, he would miss his bus. He’d say; “Never mind, if I miss it, I will just have to take Shanks’ pony”. For several years, I believed that if he missed his bus, a very kind man called Mr Shanks would lend him his pony! Of course, it was just his way of saying that he would have to walk!
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my doubt about running) and will keep you fit, but for most of us, they will put stresses and strains on our bodies which, walking (properly) will not do. I am often asked by my patients if they should take up jogging. More often than not, I suggest walking is the better option. There is so much less impact to the ankle, knee and hip joints. Power walking and, specifically, Nordic walking, with poles, is about the best exercise there is. Joining a walking group is a great idea. There are many local groups who have regular organised walks (usually with a pub stop half way!) which are fun and very sociable. The gait mechanism when walking correctly is so beneficial. It uses most of our muscles as they were designed to be used. It is great for core strength and has cardio-vascular benefits. It is low impact and energy efficient. It encourages good posture, is great fun and is absolutely free! What’s not to like? Jump on Shanks’ pony!
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Helping Your Pet Stay Cool This Summer When we get hot we can remove a layer - however, our furry friends are less fortunate. Follow these tips to keep your pooch or puss cool this summer. By Shelley Welti
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ummer is here! However, while we have all been longing for scorching summer days, our pets can get hot and bothered quickly. In fact, all it takes is a matter of minutes for cats and dogs to overheat, which could lead to them needing vet treatment. To keep your furry friend happy and not too hot this summer, we have out together our top tips: Watch When You Go Walkies It might be more convenient to go for a walk after lunch or when picking the kids up from school, but it could be too hot then for our pooches. Instead, pound the streets in the morning or the evening when it is cooler – making for a relaxing start or end to the day too!
Never Leave Them In A Car We have all heard the saying dogs die in hot cars, and many dogs still die each year from being left in hot cars. Temperatures still soar even with the window open, . Leave your four-legged friend at home where they are safe and in the shade! Visit Your Vet Should you have any concerns about your furry friend, it is always best to visit your vet. Signs of heat stroke include panting, dehydration, drooling more than usual, no or little urine, red gums and rapid heart beating. If your puss or pooch has any of these signs, take them to your vet for a check-up.
Find Them A Shady Spot Ensure there are shady spots in the garden and encourage your pet to sit in the shade. Let them keep cool under a tree, a table or even a parasol for afternoons enjoying the warmth, without getting too hot. Make Sure They Are Well-watered Water is vital for keeping your pet healthy and never more important than in summer. Put out extra bowls, swap dry food for wet and check they are drinking enough. Keep An Eye On At-risk Breeds Cats and dogs with snub noses, like Persians, and bulldogs have smaller airways, making it harder for them to release heat when they pant. If you have an at-risk breed, keep a close eye on them, as they are more likely to struggle when it is warm. Give Them A Good Brush Not only a bonding activity, and a necessity for furry friends, but brushing detangles matting which can keep heat in. However, do not go crazy with the clippers, speak to your groomer – fur that keeps our pets warm in the winter can keep them cool in the summer.
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Ever get the feeling that you are being watched? If you have got a smartphone, you probably are! That is a conversation for another day, however, thanks to technology, younger drivers are now able to get apps on their phone to help reduce their insurance premiums. By Ben Morley
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he technology means you can get an app that will sit somewhere between Angry Birds and Snap Chat - other apps are available, that will monitor what you are up to behind the wheel and then, taking circumstances into consideration score your driving accordingly. Using GPS technology the Octo U app tracks the driver’s speed, braking, cornering and acceleration. While it is doing this, it keeps an eye on what time of day it is and what the weather and traffic are like, and possibly
even what you are listening to on the radio. After 100 hours of driving the app sends your score to your insurance company – the aim of the game, this is what it has become now, is to get a good score. Unlike a real driving game, you do not win by driving fast, the better you drive, the better the score is. A better score helps to reduce your insurance premiums, and Octo U reports that by using this app, drivers could save up to 30% on their annual car insurance premiums. Quite a lot when you consider
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01737 241122
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5 Western Parade, Reigate RH2 8AU
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17 Holmesdale Road, Reigate RH2 0BA
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27 Bell Street, Reigate RH2 7AD
01737 242775
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High Street, Reigate RH2 9AP
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Rushworth Road, Reigate RH2 0QG
07518 427144
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15 Church Street, Reigate RH2 0AA
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41 Bell Street, Reigate RH2 7AQ
01737 223666
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13 Bell Street, Reigate RH2 7AD
01737 240800
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6 Dovers Green Rd, Reigate RH2 8BS
01737 244288
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88 High Street, Reigate RH2 9AP
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55 Bell Street, Reigate RH2 7AQ
01737 222238
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71 Bell Street, Reigate RH2 7AN
01737 241966
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11 Church Street, Reigate RH2 0AA
01737 223199
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31 Lesbourne Road, Reigate RH2 7JS
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2B Western Parade, Reigate
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75 High Street, Reigate RH2 9AE
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10 Church Street, Reigate RH2 0AN
01737 226000
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7-9 Church St, Priory Park, Reigate, RH2 0AA 01737 240050
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Reigate Hill, Reigate RH2 9PF
01737 240125
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94 High Street, Reigate RH2 9AP
01737 246528
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41 Lesbourne Road, Reigate RH2 7JS
01737 244885
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Bonnys Road , Reigate RH2 8RL
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39-41 Church Street, Reigate RH2 0AD
01737 223773
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90 Dovers Green Road, Reigate RH2 8EG
01737 246943
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21 Bell Street, Reigate RH2 7AD
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25-29 Station Rd, Horley, RH6 9HW
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59A High Street, Reigate RH2 9AE
01737 226650
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Reigate Road, Buckland, Reigate RH3 7BG
01737 221355
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Church Road, Leigh, Reigate RH2 8NJ
01306 611348
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50 Croydon Road, Reigate RH2 0NH
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Bunce Common Road, Reigate RH2 8NP
01306 611254
The Stone House Vinyl Cafe
15 Bell Street, Reigate RH2 7AD
01737 245321
Three Horseshoes Inn
Ironsbottom, Sidlow Bridge, Reigate RH2 8PT
01293 862315
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Two Many Cooks
53A Lesbourne Road, Reigate RH2 7JX
01737 244277
Valentina Fine Foods
12 Church Street, Reigate, Reigate RH2 0AN
01737 829027
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Lesbourne Road, Reigate RH2 7JP
01737 271576
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10 West Street, England, Reigate RH2 9BS
01737 217444
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HOMES
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! By Jacob White
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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. Stick a few cut blooms from your garden in a jug for a fresh
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and vibrant welcome but try to avoid flowers with overpowering scents that can lead to headaches. Do not forget about guests with allergies! 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. Mirror, Mirror On The Wall… Hang a mirror, large or small in the room to provide the perfect spot for your guest to comb their hair, touch up makeup or put on jewellery. If space allows, a long dressing mirror is an even better addition for guests who have a sense of style and want to look tip-tip from head to toe this summer.
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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? By Jacob White
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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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A good place to position a play area is the far end of the garden, but depending on the age of the children you might like the area closer to keep an eye on them. Remember, for their safety to keep gates locked and check for hazards including poisonous plants or garden tools and chemicals. One of the biggest dangers is the much-loved garden pond, however shallow – a toddler can easily fall in.
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