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Supper CLUB

In Epsom with Laura Scott

Love

STORIES

Romance is in the air at Polesden Lacey

Plus Celebrating success of winners of Epsom & Ewell Business Awards • Gypsy Dynamite at Ashtead Jazz Club • Epsom Book Fair • Epsom Playhouse line-up • Half term activities to entertain the kids • The Small Fakers tribute act • Interior trends for 2019

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INSIDE Regulars

Features

4 Letter from the Editor & Editor’s Tips 24 Schools I'm A Celebrity

6 Come dine with me Epsom Supper Club 8 A taste of success Winners of the Epsom & Ewell Business Awards 11 Gypsy Dynamite An explosion of gypsy swing sounds and melodies 12 The Small Fakers Take a trip back to the 60s with Mod tribute act 13 Page turners Epsom Book Fair 18 Curtains up Entertainment for all the family at Epsom Playhouse 19 Love stories Romance is in the air at Polesden Lacey 20 Winter walks Blow away the cobwebs in the Surrey countryside 22 Interior trends Bold colours, opulent fabrics and metallics feature on the list 26 Half term Burn off some energy with these thrilling activities

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Spirit of the Dance Coming to Epsom Playhouse this January

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EDITOR'S LETTER

Welcome elcome to our first W edition of 2019.

After all the celebrations over the festive season, it’s time to face the new year and what better way to blow away the cobwebs than to head outdoors and take a walk? We're lucky to be surrounded by countryside here in North Surrey and do not have to venture too far to be away from the hustle and bustle and enjoying nature.

So wrap up warm, put on some comfortable walking shoes and step out as we pick some of the best spots to take a family stroll.

Liven up the long nights with a spot of entertainment.

Whatever your interest, the new season at Epsom Playhouse has it covered. With a stellar comedy line-up, including appearances by Stephen K Amos, Jim Davidson and Henning Wehn, the programme also includes music, drama, illusion and family shows.

Elsewhere fans of live music can experience an explosive night of gypsy swing at Ashtead Jazz Club when The Gypsy Dynamite will perform later this month. And The Small Fakers will be replicating the music that inspired a generation with their tribute to 60s mod band, The Small Faces.

Love is in the air and, as we head towards Valentine’s Day, Polesden Lacey will be celebrating its romantic history with a series of events, talks and activities, including its very own love tree.

Finally, congratulations to the winners of the 2018 Epsom and Ewell Business Awards, which once again out&about was proud to support.

There were many individual stories of entrepreneurial success, where small businesses have taken root and bloomed from the kernel of an idea. Running a business takes passion, commitment and innovation and these awards reflect the strength of those traits and the diverse business community in Epsom and Ewell.

We wish you all a happy year ahead.

Teresa

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EDITOR’S TIPS Dan Dare A new exhibition celebrating the 100-year anniversary of the birth of illustrator Frank Hampson – the man who created Dan Dare – is now open.

Original artwork, loaned to the exhibition by Peter Hampson, Frank’s son, including a front page of the Eagle – drawings of Treens, Therons and other alien characters from the comic – and covers drawn for the popular Ladybird books are on display.

The exhibition runs until March 12 at Bourne Hall Museum, Ewell.

Sleeping Beauty The classic tale of a wicked fairy, a spinning wheel and a beautiful princess, asleep for 100 years, but this time told as a magical flash back by an ageing wizard to a dashing prince, his courtiers and a hilarious dame.

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The Pilgrim Pantomime Company brings its own hilarious take on the fairytale Sleeping Beauty from January 23-26 at the Institute, Banstead High Street.

For tickets, visit www.pilgrimpantomime.com

Tadworth Court Mansion Three centuries of history, nine owners, one dark secret.

BBC broadcaster Nicholas Owen will introduce a talk on February 16 unravelling the history of the grade 1 listed Tadworth Court Mansion.

Gregory Bratza, great-grandson of Lord Russell, former owner of Tadworth Court Mansion, will reveal the mansion’s secret in this fundraising event in aid of The Friends of the Children’s Trust.

Tickets £10, email friendsofthechildrenstrust@ virginmedia.com

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Chris Grayling MP Advice Surgeries Chris holds surgeries regularly on Fridays at one of four venues across the constituency. These surgeries give Epsom & Ewell constituents the opportunity for a one-to-one meeting to discuss matters which are important to them.

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Stoneleigh Library.

Tattenham Corner Library.

The Conservative Club in Epsom.

The Conservative Association office in Ashtead.

• If you are a constituent and would like to arrange a 15 minute appointment, please contact the constituency office on 01372 271036 or write to Chris at 212 Barnett Wood Lane, Ashtead • KT21 2DB.

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EPSOM SUPPER CLUB

Come dine

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WITH ME The secret’s out.

Private chef, cookery tutor and food blogger Laura Scott’s Epsom Supper Club is making quite a name for itself – and here’s why After leaving the big smoke and moving to Epsom 12 years ago Laura Scott took a career break to bring up her young family.

A new challenge beckoned in 2011 when she set up her blog, How To Cook Good Food, to share recipes and her passion for cooking. That evolved into cookery classes and a monthly supper club – most recently mentioned in Waitrose Weekend – along with the award for Best Food and Hospitality Business at the 2018 Epsom & Ewell Business Awards.

How did you get into cooking?

I trained after university, then started working in hotels and restaurants in London and at outdoor events. I moved to Epsom in 2007 and had a break for family. Afterwards I didn’t want to go back to restaurants because of the hours so, I trained in adult education to be able to teach cookery.

The adult education ran alongside the blog – it was good to be able to do the two.

Tell us about your business, How To Cook Good Food?

It was initially a food blog, which started in 2011. From there I started teaching and I did some pop up bake clubs and children’s baking parties. In 2015 I started the supper club. From there it has evolved. I also run one-to-one cookery lessons, private

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dining and do supper clubs at venues for people who want to host their own events.

How did Epsom Supper Club come about?

A friend got in touch and said she wanted to try out some other kinds of work. She had a fantastic dining room so we decided to try a couple of supper club events and see what the reaction was. We started out with about 12 people and over the year and a half we were there the numbers increased.

I moved the supper club to my own house about 18 months ago.

What can people expect when they attend one of your supper clubs?

It’s very sociable. People can have a chat and a cocktail on arrival, then sit down to a four-course meal. It’s never

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the same menu, it’s seasonal dishes. At the end there are teas and coffees with something homemade, like chocolates.

It’s very relaxed.

How did it feel initially inviting strangers into your home?

To begin with it was friends, then friends of friends. It was a trickling down effect. Now it’s a 50/50 balance of people who I’ve not met before or are from out of the area. It is people who are using the platform Wefifo or come across the supper club through Instagram.

The supper club was mentioned in the Waitrose Weekend magazine and a number of the people who booked on to that were from much further away.

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EPSOM SUPPER CLUB

Your supper club menus are based round the seasons, how do you source your ingredients?

I go to Ben’s Butchery in Epsom for the meat. For fresh ingredients I go to Kingfisher Farm Shop, just outside Dorking, or I like Secretts. There is the farmers’ market and there’s a nice shop at Denbies that sells cheeses, fresh fruit and vegetables.

Who are your cooking ‘heroes’?

I love the Middle Eastern influence of spices. It’s very bright, colourful food.

It looks really appealing. I like Sabrina Ghayour and Yotam Ottolenghi for that Middle Eastern influence and marinades.

Diana Henry, really nice, interesting flavours. Really original, it’s things that you wouldn’t always think of doing yourself. Baking wise, I have lots of books, and I like Nigella Lawson for deserts.

You also run classes for adults and children. What do you enjoy about teaching?

It feels more interactive. At the supper clubs I only get to talk to people at the end of the night really. It’s more productive because you are showing people how to do something.

You have some new events coming up? Can you tell us a bit more about them?

I do! I went on a course recently to learn how to make sourdough and I’ve been trying out lots of different recipes and flours. I make bread at the supper club and sourdough is something a bit different that people might not have tried. People have asked if I was going to do any classes.

A class would be hard because it takes all day, so I’m going to run some demos where people can learn the basic principles of making sourdough bread.

I’ve also got a children’s pop up bake club at February half term and a Valentine’s Day supper club, which is sold out.

What is your food heaven?

Anything with seafood.

And food hell?

I’m not a massive fan of parsnips.

When you’re not cooking, what do you like to spend your free time doing?

I like to get out and about and explore different parts of Surrey, try out different walks, villages, shops and cafes.

I like going into London and trying out new cafes and restaurants and keeping in touch with what’s been happening.

UPCOMING EVENTS The Sourdough Pop Up Bake Club Learn the basic principles of making your own sourdough bread in this sourdough taster session and cookery demonstration.

Laura will show you how to make your own sourdough starter and provide you with tips and advice on how to look after it. This will be followed by a demonstration of how to mix and shape your dough along with how to bake your loaf to achieve the best results.

This session will end with a light lunch, a glass of wine and lots of sourdough!

February 5 and March 5 at 10am, £50

Half-term Pop Up Children’s Bake Club A fun children’s cookery class with delicious baked treats to take home and enjoy with your family and friends!

This fun filled bake session is suitable for children from 7-13 years old. All equipment, aprons and refreshments and tasters are provided as well as the recipes for you to practice at home.

February 18 and 19, 2pm, £25.

Epsom Supper Club Monthly supper club, from £35 for four courses, bring your own wine.

These tend to sell out quickly, so book early!

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EPSOM & EWELL BUSINESS AWARDS

A TASTE OF

success

2018 WINNERS Events company Four Gables Group scoops Best Business title

It was a winning night for Ashtead’s Four Gables Group when they scooped two awards at the Epsom & Ewell Business Awards, including the overall Best Business title.

The event management company, owned by chef David Gillott, was named Best Business in Ashtead before clinching the double with the overall award.

David’s career as a chef saw him work at top restaurants, including the Michelin-starred Lombard Street, before he struck out on his own in 2011, launching his events and hospitality business. A year later he opened Four Gables cookery school on a smallholding in Ashtead.

As the events side of the business has taken off – branching out to include street food trucks, a bar and contract management for catering and in-house corporate hospitality – it is now the primary focus as it continues to expand and the cookery school has closed.

Speaking after the awards, David said: “We are totally chuffed! To win Best Business in Ashtead and then have that topped off with the Overall Award is amazing. Since our journey started back in 2012 we have loved getting to know everyone locally and we would like to say a big thank you to you for supporting us along the way.”

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He added: “We thrive on doing creative things that are a bit different. We have lots of events booked in for 2019 and beyond. We step it up each year and we want to do bigger and bigger events.”

The awards, which were established by MP Chris Grayling, recognised the innovation and success of businesses in the borough.

Mr Grayling said: “We had a really good mix of winners again who are a great tribute to the depth and variety of the local business community in the Epsom and Ewell area.

Congratulations to all the winners and runners-up for all their hard work and success.”

He added: “I am absolutely delighted that Four Gables Group been awarded the Best Overall Business and Best Business in Ashtead in 2018.

“David along with his team have grown Four Gables into a really first class catering and hospitality business. Their creative flair and innovative approach to food sets them apart from the competition. They are worthy winners.”

Other winners on the night included Sam Van Lear who was named Entrepreneur of the Year for his pop up gaming cinema, The Pac Van.

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2018 WINNERS Best Overall Business Four Gables Group Laura Scott, of How To Cook Good Food, was delighted and surprised to have picked up the award for Best Business for Food & Hospitality, but joked how she had double booked herself on the night.

“I had to leave after having a quick photo to shoot home as I was hosting a supper club evening. I hadn’t realised that the awards were going to be on a night when I was working at home.”

To coincide with 100 years of women’s suffrage, there was a new award recognising the Best Woman in Business. Jessica Rea, who established her millinery business in Ewell eight years ago, was the proud recipient.

The winning businesses and individuals were awarded prizes including a tour of the House of Commons, £1,000 worth of radio advertising courtesy of Radio Jackie, membership of Surrey Chambers, a business session with ActionCOACH, a free advert in out&about for the overall winner and annual membership to thebestof Epsom & Ewell for the Best New Business winner, Happy Glaze Ceramics.

The winners were announced at a ceremony at the University for the Creative Arts on November 15.

Best New Business Happy Glaze Ceramics Best Business for Customer Service Yo Sarnie Best Woman in Business Jessica Rae Millinery Best Business For Design or Technology Adam Plowden Video Best Business in Epsom & Epsom Downs Core Wellness Centres Best Business in Ewell and Stoneleigh Poltsa Boutique

Best Business in Ashtead Four Gables Group Best Young Entrepreneur Sam Van Lear Best Business for Food & Hospitality How To Cook Good Food Best Business for Commitment to the Environment Rainbow Gardening Best Business for Commitment to the Community The Old Moat Garden Centre and Cafe

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ASHTEAD JAZZ CLUB

GYPSY

Dynamite

Expect an explosion of sounds and melodies from gypsy swing quintet A night of electrifying gypsy swing kicks off a year of live music at Ashtead Jazz Club this January.

Originally formed as a duo by Giulio Romano Malaisi and Filippo Dall’Asta, The Gypsy Dynamite exploded on to the UK scene back in 2012 and now regularly fill some of Europe’s most prestigious venues with their unique arrangements of the greatest gypsy swing tunes.

They played at the AJC in 2016 and return this January in their line-up as a quintet featuring Dom Durner on vocals, Filippo Dall'Asta and Giulio Romano Malaisi on guitar, Nick Lenner-Webster on double bass and drummer Daniele

Antenucci. They deliver a true explosion of sounds and vibrant melodies from the pure jazz of the early days to popular songs arranged in a fun and energetic style.

With unique and fresh arrangements of traditional gypsy swing as well as flavours from Italian and Spanish music – expect groove, hot guitar skills and some of your favourite songs in many different languages.

Since its launch in 2012, Ashtead Jazz Club has grown into an exciting venue, attracting talent from across the globe, with the likes of Digby Fairweather, Scott Hamilton and Beth Rowley having graced the stage.

THE GYPSY DYNAMITE,

Ashtead Jazz Club, Ashtead Peace Memorial Hall, January 18, 7.45pm.

For tickets visit www.ashteadjazzclub.com or call 01372 272835.

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BOOM BOOM CLUB Meg Yamamoto

THE

SmallFakers Take a trip back to the 60s with mod tribute act

In the heyday of the 60s music scene there was one band that stood out, hitting the charts as teenage mods with their very first single, Whatcha Gonna Do About It. The Small Faces were one of the most influential bands of their time and went on to release numerous timeless classics including, Sha-La-La-La-Lee, Itchycoo Park and Lazy Sunday.

Their original line-up of frontman Steve Marriott, Ronnie Lane, Ian McLagan and drummer Kenney Jones disbanded in 1969.

Marriott, widely recognised as having one of the most powerful and soulful voices in rock music, went on to enjoy success with Humble Pie. The remaining band members hooked up with Ronnie Wood, later to join The Rolling Stones, and Rod Stewart and had worldwide success as The Faces.

While The Small Faces’ career was shortlived, there has been a resurgence in their popularity, securing a new generation of fans thanks to their influence on the likes of Blur, Kaiser Chiefs and Paul Weller.

Among them are Matt Bond, who fills Marriott’s shoes in the tribute band The Small Fakers – the only tribute act to The Small Faces – replicating the sound and music that inspired a generation.

Phil Weedon

They will be bringing their unique show, packed with hits, B-sides and rare gems from the Small Faces’ back catalogue to Sutton’s Boom Boom Club in January alongside The Faces Experience, a tribute to The Faces.

Dean Feltimo

Small Fakers & The Faces Experience, Boom Boom Club, Sutton United FC, Sutton, January 25.

Visit www.feenstra.co.uk for tickets.

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EPSOM BOOK FAIR

EVERY

Good Story

Epsom’s popular book fair returns this February and continues to break records

In this digital age, it is comforting to know that we enjoy nothing more than curling up with a book, turning the pages and immersing ourselves in works of fiction or non-fiction.

As book sales remain buoyant, the demand for print titles is a boon for Epsom’s popular charity book fair.

Originally set up as a fundraiser for a major development project at Epsom Methodist Church, the first book fair was held in February 2002. By the time the church project was completed the fair had become so successful in its own right that it continued.

Jacqui Raggett, who has been involved with the book fair since its inception, said: “In 2002 we were delighted to raise £2,000 and this has grown year on year until last year we raised about £37,500.

“Each year we say it can’t carry on going up. We are always delighted when it beats the last year.

“Our typical customer buys a carrier bag full of paperbacks in good condition and that is their holiday reading for the year.

But we also have dealers and collectors who come to the fair.”

Organising the book fair is something of a tried and tested operation that relies heavily on an army of some 200 volunteers who sort through thousands of donated books – last year the fair had 80,000 books for sale – collating titles

into fiction and non-fiction, and then into themes like art, history and alphabetical order of authors.

“You never know what you are going to find when you open the bags,” said Jacqui. “We look out for things of particular value. We have had first editions of books, Dr Johnson’s dictionaries and beautiful art photography books.

“The most expensive book that we have found was a first edition of a Roald Dahl book, which had an inscription written by Roald Dahl with a photograph he had taken of his former headmaster at Repton School, who later became the Archbishop of Canterbury.

“It was a wonderful thing to find. We sold it to the school for £500 for their archives.”

This year the book fair is raising funds for Action for Children, The Rainbow Trust, Hope4Malawi, the Garden Route Children’s Trust, Epsom Food Bank, Epsom PHAB (which provides inclusive activities for young disabled and non-disabled people), Epsom Division Guides, 7th Epsom Scouts and the work of Epsom Methodist Church.

Last year more than 3,000 people visited the fair from the south-east and beyond.

“Naturally, we are hoping to break all those records in 2019,” said Jacqui, adding, “We are grateful that people continue to support us.”

Epsom Book Fair, Epsom Methodist Church, Ashley Road, February 21-23, 10am-8pm, finishing at 4pm on the Saturday.

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HALLMARK CARE HOMES

Show suites

NOW OPEN AT BANSTEAD MANOR The show suites are now open at Banstead Manor, a new 77 bed care home which will provide residential and dementia care and create 100 jobs locally.

The luxury development is being built at a cost of £8 million across a one acre site on Brighton Road by specialist contractor Lawrence Baker. The building will be leased by family-run care provider, Hallmark Care Homes.

Opening in May 2019, Banstead Manor will feature award-winning design innovations and home comforts.

Facilities at the home will include; a state-of-the-art cinema, luxurious hairdressers, therapy room and café. Each bedroom will be elegantly furnished, have an en-suite bathroom and those on the ground floor will have access to their own patio.

“Banstead Manor will provide residents with a place where they feel safe and supported to live an active and fulfilled life.”

The new development will be Hallmark Care Homes 19th care home.

Other communal areas will include; an interactive kitchen where residents can assist in the preparation of meals and landscaped gardens designed by the late, award-winning landscape architect David Fountain.

Customer Relationship Manager at Banstead Manor, Melissa Jorgensen said: “We have years of knowledge and experience of building industry-leading care homes and we are excited to be able to create an engaging new care community at Banstead.

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Some residents love the freshly-baked cakes at tea time.

Others like the baking.

Show Suites Now Open!

At Banstead Manor, our relationship-centred care enables residents to keep on doing the things they’ve always loved - the things they perhaps thought they could no longer enjoy. So as part of our community, they’ll be able to cook, help out in the garden and carry on with the kind of everyday routines which make their lives… theirs. Well why not?

Industry-leading residential, nursing and dementia care are just the beginning.

To see for yourself what makes Banstead Manor a care home with a difference, drop by for a visit at Banstead Manor Care Home, 8 Brighton Road, Banstead, SM7 1BS, call 01737 747053, or for more information go to hallmarkcarehomes.co.uk

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Vinoteca Italiana has been a staple in Carshalton Beeches for more than six years, offering authentic Italian cooking in a home from home setting.

Now husband and wife team Gianni and Hana Quartulli are taking their recipe for success and applying it to their latest business venture – 2 Beeches Avenue, an Italian Gastrovinaria.

They have taken over the adjoining premises to the restaurant and opened the Gastrovinaria, which is also the perfect spot for coffee and a pastry – when we say coffee,

we mean only the best Italian coffee, rich and intense, made with Napoli’s finest coffee beans – and to while away time enjoying the company of family and friends.

Brunch is served from 10am and includes classics such as Egg Benedict and Egg Florentine, there is also a lunchtime menu featuring fresh, colourful salads, sandwiches, delectable Arancini – homemade stuffed rice balls filled with beef ragu – as well as heartier dishes.

Come early evening visitors can feast on a platter of antipasto, a selection of Italian cured meats and cheeses, olives and rustic bread, which goes perfectly with a glass of wine.

The deli hosted its first wine tasting event last month to great acclaim.

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Gianni and Hana embrace the philosophy that Italians live to eat, not eat to live, so the Gastrovinaria is a place of discovery with new and tasty treats to savour on the premises or to take away to enjoy at home. From the divine Sicilian pastries packed with pistachio, hazelnut or chocolate, to the cheese counter brimming with choices.

Passionate about all things Italian cuisine, Gianni and Hana have sourced produce from across Italy. Their range of wines from around the world includes many small, regional producers not normally found on supermarket shelves, so 2 Beeches Avenue is worth a visit just to pore over the bottles lining the wall.

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EPSOM PLAYHOUSE Wednesday, January 16 The Spirit of the Dance The international smash hit Spirit of the Dance celebrates its record-breaking 20-year anniversary in 2019. Bursting with raw energy, this show combines Irish Dance with the sensual rhythms of Flamenco and red hot salsa in a thrilling production of strength and passion.

Friday, January 18 Superslam Wrestling

Curtain'sUP Entertainment for all the family this season at Epsom Playhouse

Stephen K Amos, Jim Davidson, Henning When and Pam Ayres are among the big names appearing at Epsom Playhouse this season.

The winter line-up includes drama, music, dance, illusion, children’s shows and wrestling, as well comedy, which features a top class bill.

The Comedy Club will be on the road, stopping off at the Playhouse on February 8, when it brings four top acts – Kevin McCarthy, Rudi Lickwood, Abi Roberts and Mike McClean – together for a one-night show.

Acclaimed stand-up Stephen K Amos stops off in Epsom on January 23 with his new tour, Bouquets and Brickbats, while Jim Davidson will be telling it like it is on a two-night stint of his show, The People Fight Back, on January 29 and 30.

And Henning Wehn, the self-styled German Comedy Ambassador, returns on March 3 with a wry look at all things Brexit in his touring show, Get On With It.

See the full season at www.epsomplayhouse.co.uk

A two-hour, non-stop fun-filled family night out. If you’ve yet to experience the thrills and spills of a live Superslam Wrestling show, catch the stars in action on their return to Epsom.

Sunday, January 20 The Searchers in Concert In a career spanning five decades, The Searchers continue to have great appeal.

Performing hits such as, Sweets For My Sweet; Needles and Pins; Don’t Throw Your Love Away and Sugar and Spice, their new show includes B-sides, a selection of other well-known favourites as well as anecdotes and reminiscences.

Saturday, January 26 Close Up Magic An intimate evening of close up magic, trickery and sleight of hand.

Thursday, February 7 That’ll Be The Day 2019 A rock and roll spectacular blending golden hits from the 50s, 60s and 70s, with bags of comedy.

Wednesday, February 13 An Evening with Pam Ayres Pam Ayres has been making the nation laugh for over 40 years. Funny and warm, her charming understated manner belies a rare comic precision.

Sunday, February 24 - Milkshake!

Live - Milkshake Monkey’s Musical Starring Fireman Sam, Noddy, Shimmer & Shine, Digby Dragon, Wissper, Nella the Princess Knight and Floogals, alongside two Milkshake presenters, this family show has plenty of laughter and audience interaction.

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POLESDEN LOVE STORIES Pics: Polesden Lacey copyright National Trust

Love STORIES

Romance is in the air at Polesden Lacey this February FEBRUARY, THE MOST ROMANTIC OF MONTHS.

Inspired by Edwardian socialite and renowned matchmaker Margaret Greville, the National Trust is celebrating the romantic history of her former home, the country estate of Polesden Lacey, with a programme of events, talks and activities throughout February.

Matchmaker

Recreate the royal honeymoon

Margaret Greville was the inimitable owner of Polesden Lacey from 1906 to 1942. It was here that she entertained royalty, politicians and countless celebrities at lavish weekend parties.

Discover picture frames around the estate’s gardens showing the royal couple – the future King George VI and the Queen Mother – on their honeymoon and other love stories from Polesden Lacey’s archives. Recreate the image in the frame with your special someone and take a picture – if you share your image on social media tag @ polesdenlaceynt

And while the popular hostess was known for her political connections she also had a keen eye for romance. Mrs Greville invited King Edward VII to her very first house party at Polesden Lacey in 1909 along with his current mistress Alice Keppel and her ever supportive husband.

The future King George VI and Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother, spent part of their honeymoon at Polesden Lacey in 1923.

Mrs Greville also liked to encourage love among her staff, such as the budding romance between one of her housemaids, Megan Hill, and the head gardener, Roland Smith. Mrs Greville assigned Megan to stay behind and walk the dogs at Polesden Lacey while she travelled abroad, ensuring that the couple would have ample time alone together. They later married.

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In the house Throughout February, The Arts Society will bring Polesden’s characters to life.

Spotlight talks, by guides in costume, will focus on love and romance at Polesden through the ages. Tuesdays and Thursdays at 1pm from February 5 to 28. Try on your own outfit in the Linen Room where you’ll find Edwardian outfits for children and adults. See how you’d look as a maid, footman or esteemed guest and go for a walk around the house in character.

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Day. Pick up a ribbon and a heartshaped card from Visitor Reception then head down to the south lawn, where the love tree looks out across the Surrey Hills.

Family half term fun: Polesden Pairs There’s panic in the house. King George VI and the Queen Mother are visiting for their honeymoon and Mrs Greville’s servants have been emptying the rooms to prepare – but lots of items have gone missing! Follow the trail and find the missing objects hidden around the gardens, pairing them up with the pictures on the trail sheet.

Tell us your Polesden love stories Did you get engaged or marry at Polesden Lacey? Perhaps you had a romantic first date or met your future partner there? Share your Polesden love stories with the National Trust team on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram: @polesdenlaceynt or email polesdenlacey@nationaltrust.org.uk

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Winter WALKS Head outdoors and blow away the cobwebs on a countryside walk Crisp leaves crunching underfoot, bracing winds and cool temperatures – nothing beats a walk in the fresh air to blow away the cobwebs and leave you feeling refreshed.

So wrap up warm, head outside and enjoy the changing landscapes and views on a walk through the Surrey countryside.

Ashtead Common Ashtead Common is a hidden treasure. The 500-acre woodland, which has more than 2,300 ancient oak pollards, is a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest and National Nature Reserve due to its rare wildlife. It is also home to a Roman villa.

A network of public footpaths criss cross the common and the site is also part of the Thames Down Link, a 15-mile route that links the Thames Path National Trail in Kingston to the North Downs Way National Trail.

Banstead Woods Discover the natural wonders of Banstead Woods, a 250-acre woodland, on a three-mile circular walk.

Follow a series of designated footpaths around the woodland, a former deer park that was alluded to in the Domesday Book and was owned by royalty, knights of the realm, and at one point, the founder of Barings Bank.

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A gentle three-mile circular walk along largely designated footpaths takes you round the woodland and includes the Narnia trail, inspired by C S Lewis’ children’s book The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe. A series of sculptures including Aslan the lion, and the wardrobe into Narnia have been created around the woodland.

Box Hill Take in stunning views over the Surrey Hills on a stroll around Box Hill. The National Trust has a number of walking trails to choose from, ranging from half an hour to four-hour hikes.Perfect for a family outing, why not follow the Stepping Stones walk down to the River Mole and back.

The trail takes you past Saloman’s Memorial – a viewpoint that on a clear day offers expansive views across the Weald to the South Downs – before continuing downhill to the river which you can cross using the stepping stones.

The route returns via an ascent to the Old Fort, one of 13 built along the North Downs as part of the London Defence Scheme, it is now a roost for bats.

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WINTER WALKS If you’re looking for a more challenging walk, an 8-mile circular route which runs through Mickleham village and crosses Headley Heath gives a demanding workout with steep inclines and steps. Visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk

Epsom Common Peaceful woodland trails, several ponds, fields with grazing cows and a variety of wildlife – the common is also a local nature reserve. An added bonus, you can stop off after your walk and enjoy a drink and a bite to eat at the Cricketer’s Inn or the Jolly Coopers.

Epsom Downs A 5km mile circular walk through Epsom and Walton Downs starting at the world famous Epsom Racecourse.

The walk is largely on designated footpaths and bridleways and includes some steady climbs and descents, perfect for challenging your fitness. The route takes you to the village of Walton on the Hill before returning through woodland and open downland.

Headley Heath A site of special scientific interest, the Heath is home to a variety of wildlife. With open heathland, chalk down and woodland there is no end of trails to explore. If you're looking to stretch your legs a bit further try the five-mile trek from Headley to Box Hill or step out on to the North Downs and discover the 19th century Reigate Fort, which looks out over the weald.

Horton Country Park A landscape of fields, hedgerows and woodland which is teeming with wildlife and with a colourful history, Horton Country Park provides gentle, undulating walking terrain.

Follow a designated route around the park, which has sights of interest along the way and follows in part the steam railway line of the Horton Light Railway that once cut its way through the land. www.hortoncountrypark.co.uk

Nonsuch Park Situated on the border between Cheam and Stoneleigh, Nonsuch Park is a large park with a mix of open spaces and woodland, perfect for letting the kids run off a bit of steam or just a relaxing stroll. In the midst of the park sits Nonsuch Mansion.

Nonsuch Palace Gallery, which is run by the Friends of Nonsuch and is dedicated to the celebration of Henry VIII’s Nonsuch Palace, is open every Sunday from 11am-3pm until March, free entry.

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Rich, jewel colours, sumptuous fabrics and metallics are some of the key interior trends for 2019 Inspired to give your home a fresh look for the new year? Whether you’re thinking of updating a piece of furniture or the decor of a room, here is a look at the key trends to bring to your home.

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It’s all about colour this year, and while neutral shades are still in vogue, rich jewel tones of blue, teal and mustard are making a statement.

Are everywhere this season. Adorning cushions and throws, decorating lampshades for ceiling and wall lights. Buy from the ready made ranges on the high street, or add a personal touch by adapting accessories with fringes, tassels or bobbles.

The luxe living trend also calls for plush fabrics with soft velvet sofas and chairs layered with cushions and throws a big trend for 2019.

Bring nature indoors

The gorgeous colours and sculpted shapes of chairs, headboards and sofas are also a nod to Art Deco glitz and luxury.

Bold, floral designs, botanicals and palms on wallpapers, homeware and accessories help to bring the outdoors into the home. Match with shades of green paint on furniture or walls and add plants and foliage as a finishing touch.

Metallics

Patterns

Copper and rose gold are out, while gold and brass are making a big comeback in 2019. Mix and match metals for a touch of added glamour.

There’s also a move towards the metallic trend in kitchens and bathrooms with brass taps and fittings.

From geometric patterns to florals, there’s a move towards bringing different patterns together to create a strong, eclectic feel to your home.

Dark surfaces Forget white and pale furniture and kitchen worktops and go to the dark side! Warmer shades of wood like walnut are being introduced in furniture designs and rich, dark tones are being used to add impact.

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To coincide with the final of the popular TV programme, girls in the Prep and Senior Departments of Manor House School in Bookham tried out a variety of insect based culinary delights during a lunch-time with a difference.

In addition to the usual lunch menu, girls were able to sample cricket flapjacks, meal-worm mud, buffalo worm couscous and crispy grasshoppers. The 'I'm a Celebrity' inspired foods were prepared by Regional Head Chef, Steve, from Holroyd Howe, the School’s on-site catering team. The presentation highlighted to pupils the world-wide trend for sourcing alternative protein sources to offset climate change and encourage sustainability of food sources.

they are delicious, nutritious and sustainable. They are high in protein and use less of our precious planet’s resources to farm. They contain all nine essential amino acids and include important minerals like iron and calcium. They can contain up to 69% protein depending on how they are prepared. Traditional livestock farming produces more greenhouse gas emissions worldwide than cars do so, in future, we could see insects become a more common sight on our school lunch menus!

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What you will have left is between 25 and 30 hours to play with each week. This is when the mutual consent comes in with your child. Try to now build in a balance of study times and fun times into each evening, ensuring that no more than 30 minutes is scheduled for work at any one particular time.

These 30 minutes should be followed by a 10 to 15 minutes’ break. The break time could be anything from watching television to perhaps doing some music practice, origami, art, playing a video game etc.

The little and often approach to learning and consolidation is a very effective way to help your child practise their knowledge and develop their skills. It is amazing how quickly you will see an improvement in their performance.

For children in years 3 to 6 practising multiplication tables and number bonds, quick fire mental maths skills and increasing vocabulary is a very good start. They can be further challenged to use the new words learnt, to make up sentences. General knowledge quizzes also help to create a curiosity when their imagination is fired. If learning is fun, they are more likely to see it through and good habits will soon become routine.

To encourage your child to be organised in what they need for school each day, offer a small reward each week for getting everything ready and by the front door by a set time the evening before so that mornings are not fraught with desperate searches.

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Burn off some energy and create memories with one of these exciting activities Stuck for ways to entertain the kids?

Whether you’re a thrill seeker or not, there’s plenty of adventures to be had this half term.

In the treetops

Scale the heights

Time to bounce

Swing into the trees and experience a thrilling high ropes adventure at Go Ape Chessington.

Take on a series of climbing challenges at Craggy Island’s indoor climbing walls. Craggy Island has two sites – Guildford and at Oaks Park, Carshalton, which has a new bouldering and caving centre.

Get bouncing and while away some time at Sutton’s new trampoline park.

The interconnected trampolines give plenty of space to jump around.

With wobbly bridges, intricate crossings and a final zip wire to get your feet firmly back down on the ground, the Tree Tops Junior course has been designed with all the family in mind.

Aimed at children aged four upwards it is perfect for gaining confidence. For teenagers and the more adventurous, the Tree Top Challenge offers two to three hours of exhilarating obstacles, swings and crossings to be conquered and zip wire rides.

Make a day of it afterwards and visit Chessington World of Adventures Zoo and get face-to-face with over 1,000 exotic animals, including lions, tigers, gorillas, monkeys, penguins and sealions. www.goape.co.uk and www.chessington.com

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Taster sessions for children aged five upwards are held at weekends and school holidays at the Guildford site, and give budding climbers an hour’s tuition with a trained instructor. www.craggy-island.com

Bocketts Farm Enjoy a family day out at Bocketts Farm, with tractor trailer rides, pony rides, watch the pig race, cuddle rabbits and feed the many farm animals. Slide, jump and tumble through the obstacles in the indoor soft play or go on an outdoor adventure trail. Whatever the weather you can enjoy a full day of entertainment.

There’s also a foam pit, trick zone with varying levels of vaults, stuntboxes and trampolines, plus a four-lane obstacle course tailored for jumpers over 14 where you can climb, slide and race through a series of challenging obstacles.

If that’s not enough you can also test your skills in a Aeroball game. www.extreme.better.org.uk/sutton/ trampoline-park

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Cult musical to be brought to stage by Ewell Castle pupils Something is coming alive at Epsom Playhouse – and that something is a mysterious plant with a big appetite in Ewell Castle’s production of the sci-fi musical, Little Shop of Horrors.

Set in Skid Row, meek and dejected floral shop assistant Seymour Krelborn thinks he has stumbled upon a new breed of plant, which he affectionately names ‘Audrey II’ after his coworker and secret love.

Little does he know that the strange and unusual plant will develop a soulful R&B voice, a potty mouth, and an insatiable appetite for human blood.

With a delicious score of 1960s pop and rock tracks by Alan Menken, Howard

Ashman’s tongue in cheek comedy continues to entertain audiences.

This is the school’s third musical production to be staged at the Playhouse. Previous productions included Guys & Dolls, Bugsy Malone and Oliver The Musical.

The opportunity provides pupils with the experience of working in a theatre with professional lighting, music and staging.

Little Shop of Horrors, Epsom Playhouse, February 27, 2.30pm and 7.30pm, February 28, 7.30pm.

Tickets £17 adults, £12 children.

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Discover if Viking raiders really were as vicious as they claimed to be at Bourne Hall Museum’s Kids Club.

An historical re-enactor will visit the museum in Spring Street, Ewell, on January 12 to demonstrate the facts behind the fiction. Revealing why the Beserkers were so revered within Viking culture, he will also show some of the weapons the warriors used.

Uncover the culture of the Vikings: their craftsmanship and their trade. See how they made their own armour, and learn how far they travelled in pursuit of goods, land and slaves.

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Discover how to fight like a Viking and perhaps learn the skills of spear wrestling. The club meets monthly and is aimed at children seven and upwards with an interest in history.

Tickets £5, includes one accompanying adult.

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