Out & About Magazine, North Surrey Edition, March-April 2020

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MARCH - APRIL 2020

Mothering SUNDAY

Ideas to treat your nearest and dearest

HERALD OF

Spring At Bourne Hall

FREEWHEELERS

Theatre A company for all abilities

Plus: Sutton Bowling • Horton Country Park • Tadworth Art Group • Gardener’s Notes Cupcake Recipe • 2 Beeches Avenue • Pilates for Wellbeing • Epsom Playhouse Herald of Spring • Garden Landscaping • Netball Courts in Carshalton

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MARCH - APRIL 2020

Contents 10

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INSIDE

Features 6 Sutton Bowling Club

Regulars

4 Letter from the Editor

& Editor’s Tips

12 Recipe

From Chessington Garden Centre

24 Coffee Break

GET IN TOUCH

Footpaths in Horton County Park

8 Freewheelers

Delicious cupcakes

15 Gardener’s Notes

Learn a new sport

7 Ramble On

10 Mother’s Day Ideas for Mothering Sunday

13 Tadworth Art Group

Summer Exhibition

16 Herald of Spring

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20 A Slice of Italian Life

At Bourne Hall

23 Landscaping

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Sutton Symphony Orchestra Entertainment

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EDITOR

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Award winning theatre

Your garden this spring

25 The Gage Players &

26 Carshalton Netball Club

Petition for new netball courts

27 Pilates

The benefits and wellness

29 Epsom Playhouse

What’s on this spring

Cupcake Recipe

Pg 12, Tam’s Cakes and Cookies

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EDITOR'S LETTER

Welcome Spring is on its way.

Some might say January and February are the hardest months of the year but now they are behind us, we are seeing a few tantalising glimpses that spring is on its way.

The afternoons seem a little longer and there are stirrings in the garden as new shoots of plant life emerge.

Spring, in all its colourful glory, is often seen as a time of rejuvenation and in Ewell the change in seasons will once again be marked at the Herald of Spring festival.

There’s a touch of magic about this year’s celebration which takes place on March 7.

If you’re a keen gardener we also have some essential tips from Doug, the Outdoor Plants Manager at

Chessington Garden Centre to help you prepare your garden for spring and summer. P15.

If you want to treat your mother, or someone special in your life this Mothering Sunday, we have a wonderful selection of ideas to say thank you to her for being so great. P10.

Following a successful petition to Sutton Council, Carshalton Netball Club have been given the go ahead to help repurpose two of five Tennis Courts in Carshalton Park. P26.

Health and wellness is an important part of our everyday lives. Read more about the benefits of Pilates for strength, flexibility and coordination. P27.

Here’s to a beautiful Springtime

Amanda

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EDITOR’S TIPS EASTER EGG HUNTS IN SURREY GATTON PARK 12th-13th April Visit Gatton Park for a springtime stroll and join the hunt over the Easter weekend. Easter trails, craft, face painting and games can be enjoyed by all. Refreshments are available to purchase on the day.

Adult £5, child £3, 13:00 - 17:00 www.gattonpark.co.uk LEITH HILL PLACE 10th-13th April Have fun with science and nature on an interactive trail and earn a chocolate prize. See Leith Hill Place awakening in the spring. An exhibition in the house will be themed around science, and the spring bulbs will be blooming.

Adult £5, child £3 www.nationaltrust.org.uk/leith-hill-place

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POLESDEN LACEY 4th-19th April Discover some natural history with this year’s Cadbury Easter Egg Hunt! Become a Polesden time traveller this Easter and discover which animals lived in the woodland at Polesden Lacey 100, 500 or even 1,000 years ago! Solve the clues to win a prize. £3.50pp plus normal admission. Free to Members.

10:00 - 15:00 www.nationaltrust.org.uk/polesden-lacey THE CHILDREN’S TRUST, TADWORTH 11th April Have an eggcellent time at their Easter Fair whilst supporting The Children’s Trust, the UK’s leading charity for children with brain injury.

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Artists’ work on display A collection of original paintings and works will go on display at Bourne Hall this October. Featuring contemporary and classical works, painted in oils, watercolours and acrylics, the exhibition will showcase the creative talents of members of Epsom and Ewell Art Group.

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The autumn exhibition is one of the highlights of the group’s annual calendar of events and this year will include works by Richard Seymour, Edna Kyriakides and Barbara Stevens.

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SUTTON BOWLING CLUB

SUTTON

Bowling Club Bowls truly is the sport for all

Located on Dorset Road, Belmont, Sutton Bowling Club is the ideal place for learning a new sport, meeting new people, socialising and taking on new challenges.

Bowls can be played by all ages and abilities - making it the perfect sport for all members of your family to enjoy.

Like all sports, the object of bowls is simple, but to be able to play well requires concentration and practice.

Bowls improves your general physical health and wellbeing. It definitely is a sport for life - just try it!

The club restaurant is open for lunch each day and serves up a very popular Sunday carvery. It also has a members bar and private car park.

At Sutton Bowling Club there is a thriving social committee who arrange many events throughout the year including Tina Turner and Neil Diamond tribute acts, Dinner Dances, Summer BBQs and much, much more.

New members are always welcome, if you are new to bowls the club will be able to provide coaching and equipment to help you get going.

The club has six indoor rinks for winter and summer bowls and two outdoor greens for use from April to September, maintained by our full time green keeper.

Sutton Bowls Club Now is the time to enquire about membership for Summer Outdoor Bowls or Summer Indoor Bowls.

Have you always thought you would like to try Bowls? This is your opportunity. A Sport for all.

Come to our open Day 4-6pm Friday 27th March.

Membership is available for men, women, boys and girls of all ages and abilities. Competitive and friendly games to suit everyone. There is SUTTON Dorset Rd BOWLS CLUB free coaching to show you how to play the game.

Outdoor Greens We have an excellent restaurant, bar and a very Car Park FIND US: TO E popular Sunday carvery lunch, NEW ME R E H W WELC MBERS plus private car parking.

OME TELEP Please contact the club for further information, you are always welcome to visit and see the bowling facilities.

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HORTON COUNTRY PARK

Ramble ON

Over 4,300 metres of footpaths in Horton County Park have now been resurfaced, funded by contributions from the Community Infrastructure Levy, money raised from developers as part of the planning permission for developments within the borough. Community groups, supported by councillors, can apply for the funding of local schemes to benefit their community.

Prior to restoration, the paths’ surface was in a poor state and in wet weather became very muddy, riddled with large puddles and in places the hard core base layer was protruding.

smooth out and will last for many years with minimal maintenance.

Councillor Eber Kington, Chairman of the Strategy & Resources Committee, said “Local Councillors nominated projects for funding in their respective wards based on discussion with local people and I am delighted by the success of this scheme which will contribute to the physical and mental wellbeing of local residents by ensuring that they can continue to access the park to unwind, enjoy the outdoors and undertake a safe and enjoyable walk”

Limestone scalpings, off-cuts or shards created by dressing stone for building work and from quarry waste, were used to resurface the paths. The use of this material for off road countryside routes is standard, providing a stable, long lasting and hard wearing surface suitable for pedestrians with stout footwear, all terrain push chairs and wheelchairs, mountain bikes and horses. Over time the surface will further

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FREEWHEELERS

DEGAS

Coming Soon to The Harlequin Theatre, Redhill Wedneday 17th June, 7.30pm Tickets £12, Concessions £6

FREEWHEELERS An award-winning theatre and media company creating work by people with many different abilities.

Freewheelers Theatre and Media is an inclusive theatre company that brings disabled and non-disabled performers, tutors and technical staff together, with support from the local community. They aim to change perceptions of disability, break down barriers and change lives, through high-quality, hi-tech, innovative theatre, dance, music and film.

They run weekly workshops in Leatherhead and Cobham in Dance, Drama, Music and Media and now the Visual Arts. Their members range in age from 13 upwards; they have no upper age limit.

Freewheelers nurture individual talents and their members take on diverse roles including choreography, lighting, mentoring and public speaking. All of their projects are underpinned by an ethos of teamwork which brings all their skills together.

In addition to weekly workshops, they regularly seek performance opportunities for their members to share their work in public. Their popular productions are varied and cover a wide range of themes and topics.

Whether light-hearted in tone or a serious tale, their

Freewheelers present Degas - a dance-drama telling the story of the young Degas of 1864 as he sets out as a professional painter in Paris. Set to French music with a backdrop of projected paintings, it’s a beautiful performance.

tutors and volunteers work with the members to create stunning art that excites, entertains and surprises.

Productions are at the core of what they do and are a true example of the hard work and dedication that goes into making Freewheelers Theatre and Media what it is.

They wouldn’t be what they are if it wasn’t for their artists. They have tremendous talent at Freewheelers in their members, staff and volunteers alike. It’s this eclectic mix of people, personalities and skills that allows them to put on their multi-faceted productions and workshops.

From dancing and singing, acting and performing to filming, editing and producing; here at Freewheelers, their artists can do it all.

In 2017, they were delighted to be presented with the Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service, the highest award given to local volunteer groups across the UK to recognise the outstanding work they undertake in their communities. Freewheelers are supported by 80 dedicated volunteers who all freely give their skills, energy and encouragement to help each and every member achieve their individual goals.

If you would like to find out more, including information on their latest productions and volunteering opportunities, please visit www.freewheelerstheatre.co.uk

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A COMEDY COMA MUSICAL

D O N OT DISTURB “AMBITIOUS, EXCELLENT, THE MOST COMMITTED & COLLECTIVE (PERFORMANCE) I’VE SEEN - A PLAY FOR EVERYONE.”

Robbie has had an accident and is in a coma.

Trying to get through to him, his mum puts a classic tv comedy on his headphones… and Robbie’s unconscious mind goes into overdrive. Singing sheep, French waiters, a chorus of mops: nothing is impossible in a hotel with many doors, and one big secret.

Do Not Disturb was devised by the company based on a true story, with original songs, big dance numbers, live drama, film, puppets and a hospital radio station gone rogue.

Join us for a multimedia detective story, exploring the difference between our physical selves and the world inside our heads, between memory and imagination.

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Leatherhead Theatre, Surrey

30th March

St George’s University of London, Tooting

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Trestle Arts Base, St Albans

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The Old Market, Brighton

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We challenge perceptions and surprise people.

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MOTHER’S DAY EVENTS

Mother’s DAY FUN There are lots of lovely things going on this Mother’s Day in Surrey.

Here are our top ideas!

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Martin Cox Denbies Vineyard Terrace MOTHER’S DAY WORKSHOP

MOTHER’S DAY EVENTS

Mad Lilies

Denbies Wine Estate

84 High Street, Banstead, Surrey SM7 2NN Tuesday 24th March, 7-9pm

London Road, Dorking RH5 6AA

Treat your Mum with Mad Lilies’ Mother’s Day Workshop. Spend some quality time together learning how to create the perfect handtied bouquet.

You will both learn the technique of spiraling - working with gorgeous seasonal stems including ranunculus, paperwhites and tulips in pretty spring colours - and you will then learn how to design a gorgeous spring bouquet to enjoy at home!

All materials and refreshments included.

Wrap up warm, it can get chilly!

Denbies Wine Estate, England’s largest single-estate vineyard, is situated on the outskirts of Dorking in the Surrey Hills with 265 acres under vine.

Denbies are holding a variety of events this Mother’s Day on Sunday 22 March.

Perfect for all the family; from horse and carriage rides to vineyard dining experiences with glorious uninterrupted views of the estate. Visit our website for more information about events and booking. www.denbies.co.uk

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MOTHER’S DAY EVENTS

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SPA DAY

The Tea House

The Coach House and Spa at Beaverbrook, Leatherhead

This Mother’s Day why not visit the wonderful market town of Reigate with its great selection of independent and quirky shops and enjoy a delicious Afternoon Tea at The Tea House on Church Street.

Indulge yourselves in a mother and daughter spa break.

Their Afternoon Tea is £17.50 pp and includes sandwiches, homemade cakes and scones and teas and coffees.

Spend time together making memories and relax during this special overnight spa package. Enjoy a rejuvenating facial and a refresh manicure or pedicure together with a wholesome lunch in The Coach House Deli and refreshments in the spa. .

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BOXHILL PORTRAIT

Kingswood Golf Club

Saturday 21st March, 10am - 3pm

Don’t miss you chance to book for your popular 5 course Mother’s Day Carvery on Sunday 22nd March 2020.

Box Hill, Car Park at KT20 7LB.

There will be a live pianist on the day and a free gift for every mum.

Seating’s: 12:30pm, 1:00pm or 1:30pm www.kingswood-golf.co.uk

A chance to be photographed with your loved ones, against the beautiful backdrop of Box Hill, with award winning photographer Rachel Thornhill.

For families of up to 6 people, capture the fun of family time. Each session is around 30 minutes, allowing time to create a small collection of beautiful images of you as a family, including your dog if you have one! www.rachelthornhill.co.uk/ntboxhill

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RECIPE: LEMON CUPCAKES

LemonCupcakes

These lemon cupcakes make an ideal treat for someone special on Mother’s Day Tammy Iddenden shares her delicious recipe with us. She owns a bespoke cake & cookie business based in Banstead.

All cakes are made to order and to your specific design so no two cakes are the same.

CUPCAKE INGREDIENTS

METHOD

125 g soft butter

Line the cupcake tin with the paper or foil cases.

125 g self-raising flour 125 g caster sugar 2 tbsp. milk 2 large eggs Finely grated zest of 1 small lemon

BUTTERCREAM INGREDIENTS 125 g soft unsalted butter 250 g icing sugar, sifted Juice of 1 small lemon Deep 12-hole cupcake tin and 12 paper cases

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Put all the cake ingredients into a bowl, and beat with an electric whisk until evenly combined and smooth.

Make the icing: Put the butter and half of the icing sugar into a bowl, and beat with an electric whisk until evenly combined and smooth.

Add the lemon juice and the remaining icing sugar, and beat again until light and fluffy.

You can take a section out of the middle and add some lemon curd for an extra lemony kick.

Pipe your choice of design, add sprinkles or fruit but most importantly enjoy and have fun!

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TADWORTH ART GROUP

TADWORTH ART GROUP

Summer Exhibition

Tadworth Art Group are one of the most prestigious art groups around and are presenting their Summer Exhibition on Friday 15th – Sunday 17th May 2020 Their happy band of 35 artists have been beavering away to produce yet another stunning exhibition of more than 250 original paintings. There is something for everyone and all age groups. They have oils, watercolours, pastels, acrylic and pencil drawings. With beautiful landscapes, powerful seascapes, busy cityscapes, animals, still life and much more.

We know you will not be disappointed when you visit the Summer Exhibition and, who knows, you may even find an original piece of art to replace that tired old print above the fireplace.

Entry is FREE. Refreshments available.

Charity raffle of one of their paintings.

‘THE JOURNEY IS MORE IMPORTANT THAN THE DESTINATION’ Declares local artist Joe Norris “I have to thank my mother for encouraging me to journey into art. She gave me her Rowney watercolour paint box and her cherished sable brush when I was ten and showed me how to paint simple washes”, he begins.

It was a visit to Amsterdam that really inspired Joe, marvelling at paintings by Rembrandt and Vermeer.

Later, he took inspiration from Van Gogh, Dali, Duchamp and Picasso. “I am fascinated by eccentricity, seeing it as a sign of genius and something to be admired,”.

impressionistic styles, was a real joy. I have always been as interested in the process and the inspiration behind the work as I have in the final piece.” Joe concludes, “I never stop learning and the most important thing for me is to continue painting and to develop my own style.

I have often found the journey more rewarding than the destination itself.”

During those early days, Joe recalls painting a snow scene of a family friend’s house. “I remember feeling pleased with my efforts but was amazed when I’d learnt that she had liked it enough to hang it on her wall! I was really proud to be asked, and paid, to paint pictures for people I’d never met, who had seen my work displayed in local pubs and restaurants - real commissions!”.

Several years of formal art education followed, although Joe admits to often finding art gallery visits intimidating, “…but to actually see the brushstrokes close up and feel the energy and passion of some of my favourite artists, like Rembrandt, Monet and Turner, with their

Tadworth Art Group Summer Exhibition: Peter Aubertin Hall, Elmore Road, Chipstead, CR5 3SG Friday 15th May 18.30 – 22.00, Saturday 16th May 10.00 – 18.00, Sunday 17th May 10.00 – 17.00 For more information visit www.tadworthartgroup.com

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Gardener’s NOTES

Doug, Outdoor Plants Manager at Chessington Garden Centre writes; Spring is finally arriving and gardens are beginning to look full of colour, especially with the appearance of sunny yellow daffodils. Call me sad but with the clock going forward at the end of March it really is an exciting time of year.

Longer days equals longer hours I can be outside.

For me it is a really good incentive to get outside and start on some gardening tasks. Whether its mulching, pruning, taking cuttings or preparing the seeds beds, I am always looking for a new job in the garden and I hope some of these useful tips get you started.

This month is the ideal time for making seedbeds for sowing. Once you have broken down any lumps in the soil, you could apply an organic fertiliser about two weeks before sowing. Rake this in and even out any hollows and bumps and the seedbed is ready for seeds. Start your tomatoes, aubergines and peppers this month.

You can also succession sow lettuce, cabbage and cauliflower in March. You could even experiment with mixing some vegetables in with your herbaceous borders.

While I do love sowing seeds and looking forward to some fresh herbs and vegetables you really cannot forget about the other more beautiful aspects of your garden. Give your roses the perfect

start, hybrid tea, floribunda and climbing roses benefit from pruning during early March. After pruning, spray with an insecticide and fungicide to protect against future problems. Then feed with a granular rose fertiliser to ensure a mass of perfect blooms this summer and mulch with composter bark or well-rotted manure.

Some of your daffodils may be going over towards the end of March. Deadhead as many as you can so that all the plants energy goes back into the bulb, ready to produce more flowers for next year.

However, do leave the foliage intact. Now is also a good time to trim perennials such as lavender to avoid overgrowth, while making sure you keep them compact to encourage a healthy growth & additional fragrant flowers.

If you are anything like me then then you can feel a little exhausted after the winter months. Plants that have been in your greenhouse are no different and you will notice their compost will be looking a little bit tired, do remember to feed or repot them. With longer warmer days (hopefully) in April we start to see stronger sunshine and our gardens start to come alive. With the views from your window ever changing you will start to see plants unfurl and push along the soil, adding colour and vibrancy to your garden.

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HERALD OF SPRING

HERALD OF

Spring

If you’re looking for a family day out to kick start the Spring season, why not pop down to Herald of Spring this year?

This year’s event will be more jampacked than ever at Bourne Hall.

There will be a range of beautiful floral arrangements to enjoy as well as a special display courtesy of Ashtead Park Garden Centre.

You can meet the teams of local volunteers and countryside groups who will be happy to talk to you about the borough’s plentiful open spaces and what you can do to get involved. Come and join us in the cafe for a selection of hot drinks and home-made cakes!

There will be a wide range of activities throughout the day, including trickery and sleight of hand from Close Up Magic,

kid’s games and activities from Hobbledown, Rainbow Leisure Centre and the Bourne Hall Museum – and for the grownups, a great selection of locally produced arts and crafts at the co-located Gift Market, organised by What’s On In Epsom.

Spring is nature’s way of saying, ‘Let’s party!’ This year Bourne Hall is 50 years old and to celebrate its birthday we’re celebrating all things 1960s to help get everyone into a groovy vibe. So why not come on down to Ewell Village this March and celebrate the first days of Spring with us, plus a few extra special guests and surprises from the days of flower power.

For more information: bournehall@epsom-ewell.gov.uk | 020 8393 9571 dbrooks@epsom-ewell.gov.uk

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HERALD OF SPRING

HERALD OF SPRING: THE GREAT SCARECROW COMPETITION PRIZES TO BE WON!

Scarecrow criteria:

Local primary schools and youth groups are invited to enter our competition and create a scarecrow on this year’s 60s theme.

• Entries must follow the theme of the 1960s • Props may be used with the scarecrow.

• Scarecrows must include some plant material which can be living, fresh or dried.

• They should be no taller than 6 feet and be able to withstand all weather conditions.

• The use of recycled materials is encouraged.

• Scarecrows must be brought to Bourne Hall by Friday 6 March.

You could create a hippie scarecrow with flowers in its hair or be insprired by members of The Beatles or The Rolling Stones? Or perhaps a ‘60s children’s TV programme such as Captain Pugwash, Sooty or the Magic Roundabout?

The scarecrows will be judged by the Mayor of Epsom & Ewell at the Herald of Spring 2020.

1st place £100 vouchers 2nd place £50 vouchers

Image: Scarecrow entry from Stamford Ward Residents Association

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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.

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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.

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. They have regular themed nights such as Steakhouse night, Lobster & Seafood or Tapas & Wine which are well worth a visit.

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. 2 Beeches Avenue is hosting a Winemakers Dinner with paired wines. See their website for more information.

The deli hosts regular events. Look out for details on their Facebook page www.facebook.com/2beechesavenue

2 Beeches Avenue, Carshalton Beeches | 020 7665 8321 Restaurant opening times: Monday: closed • Tuesday - Friday: 12noon-2.30pm & 6pm-10pm Saturday 12noon - 10.30pm • Sunday 12noon - 8pm

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Pop in for brunch, lunch or stay a little longer.

We serve delicious coffee, tea, soft drinks and wine. Sample our home made cakes, try our our salami and cheese boards, or our range of lunch dishes including club sandwiches, eggs benedict, salads and wraps. Not forgetting our delicious Italian pastries and ice cream!

Our deli is stocked with a vast array of delicious tempting treats; meats, cheeses, sauces & party celebration Italian cakes made to order.

We host regular events including fish and steak nights. Follow our Facebook page for details.

We are also thrilled to host private parties.

A couple of testimonials from our lovely customers: ‘Apart from the wonderful cheeses and charcuteries on sale from the delicatessen counter, this place offers a wonderful atmosphere and excellent food and wine to be enjoyed over lunch… I had a fantastic pasta dish and a glass of wine and my friend had one of their delicious soups…’

‘I have been to this place a few times now and it’s a good venue for meeting the girls for lunch - this is the place! The venue and decor is very continental and more upmarket than you’ll expect from a cafe in the suburbs of Carshalton (which is good).’

2 Beeches Avenue, Carshalton Beeches, SM5 3LF

020 7665 8321

Kingswood cattery is a small family run business which opened in September 2009.

We are fully insured and licensed by Reigate and Banstead Borough Council.

The cattery has been totally refurbished to the Feline Advisory Bureau standards. It has very generous size pens, including a double pen which can accommodate a larger family group.

• Each pen has a window with a shelf for your cat to sit on and look out into the garden • Heated pens to keep them comfortable and cosy • Bed and scratch post and for our younger guests activity centres and toys • We provide all bedding • Individual diets catered for • Indoor accommodation perfect for older or nervous cats • Current vaccination certificate required

Tel: 01737 212297

020 8641 6455 - sales@jaautos.co.uk - www.jaautos.co.uk J A Autos Ltd are a family run an independent used Car dealership based in Sutton, Surrey. We pride ourselves on good customer service, so why should you buy from us?

We are a long established dealership with no sales staff.

We want to make car buying a fun experience with a no pressure environment.

We offer great priced cars all personally sourced and hand picked

Experts in Car Repair, Servicing & Motorsport Why choose us?

With more than 25 years in the motor and motor racing industry our highly skilled and qualified technicians are dedicated to provide the highest standard of service and customer care MOT & MOT Failures • Full Servicing • Air Conditioning • Wheels Engine and Gear Box Checks and Rebuilds • Oil Change & Much More

Contact us

Tel: 01737 833 840 Mobile: 07958 792 664 www.mountgarage.co.uk office@mountgarage.co.uk Mount Works, 1 Brighton Road, Lower Kingswood, Surrey, KT20 6SY

SURREY LAWNS & GARDENS

LandscapingYOUR GARDEN

David Field is the owner of a successful landscaping and garden maintenance company in Surrey.

David Field from Surrey Lawns & Gardens manages a team of landscaping and gardening experts working in different divisions of his company, who are also able to provide you with excellent subject knowledge.

Surrey Lawns & Gardens Ltd offers a wide range of services, including bedding displays, brickwork, garden renovations, fencing, garden carpentry, hedge cutting & reductions, lawn care, pergolas & decking, planting, paving & patios, specialist pruning and tailor-made contracts.

Contact him today for a quote on your landscaping and gardening needs.

Case Study: North Facing Lawn Renovation Application of a soluble iron feed a ew weeks prior to this treatment where they hard scarified, over seeded and top dressed the lawn.

After a couple of months the seed has taken and the spring feed has improved the colour.

For more information: www.surreylawnsandgardens.co.uk

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COFFEE BREAK

See page 30 for the answers!

Coffee BREAK SUDOKU

SPRING QUIZ 1. On the first day of spring, the hours of daylight and of darkness are equal. True False 2. During the vernal equinox, around March 21st, an egg will stand on its small end. True False

ACROSS

DOWN

1. Platform for public speaking (7)

1. Slimmed down (7)

5. Powdered tobacco for inhailing (5) 2. Expand (5) 8. Clothe (5)

3. Look up to (7)

9. Putting through a sieve (7)

4. Edible shellfish (6)

10. Institute of higher education (7)

5 . Long upholstered seats (5)

11. Brief (5)

6. Fabulous animal (7)

12 . Erase (6)

7. Combat (5)

14. French brandy (6)

13. Assassinated US president (7)

18. Frenzied (5)

15. Formal speech (7)

20. Poker-faced (7)

16. Own up (7)

22. Be on your guard (4,3)

17. Prepared for publication (6)

23. Ernie (anag.) - girl’s name (5)

18. Black tooth (5)

24. Enclosed kitchen fireplace (5)

19. Routine task (5)

25. Asses (7)

21. Portion (5)

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3. The ancient Greeks celebrated Mother’s Day in spring.

True False 4. Finding a four-leaf clover is thought to bring you good luck.

True False 5. The area along the CaliforniaOregon border, is known as the “Easter Lily Capital of the World.”

True False 6. Baby birds must learn how to sing.

True False 7. Arbor Day, which encourages the planting of trees and celebrates the role trees play in the environment, is traditionally celebrated on the last Monday in April.

True False 8. Spring Fever is a real physical condition. True False

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ENTERTAINMENT

Oddities

A BUNCH OF

The Gage Players are an amateur drama group in Walton-on-the-Hill. This Spring they present a funny new play called ‘Molly’s Calling’.

Molly’s Calling is a comedy about a bunch of oddities who take on the world and knock some sense into it. But don’t pass them off as cranks. Their machinations are remarkably successful, managing to keep the Russian menace at bay and promising to create a country like the Good Old Days. It’s set in a

The Gage Players present

Molly’s Calling

by Pip Rolls

retirement home but don’t let that fool you either – their influence goes far wider. Intrigued?

Where: The Riddell Memorial Hall, Deans Lane, Walton on the Hill, Surrey. KT20 7UA. Date: 23, 24, 25th April 2020 Doors open: 7.30pm

Doors & Bar: 7.30 pm Tickets: £10 Box Office: 01737 812703

8 pm 23rd, 24th, 25th April 2020 The Riddell Hall, Deans Lane, Walton-on-the-Hill KT20 7UL

To book: call 01737 812 703 or email: friends@thegageplayers.co.uk www.thegageplayers.co.uk

SUTTON SYMPHONY

Orchestra

Spring Concert showcases local composer and soloists.

Sutton Symphony Orchestra returns to St Andrew’s URC Cheam on Saturday 28th March with much to celebrate in a concert featuring a new commission written specially for the orchestra and the final of Sutton Music Service’s Young Musician of the Year competition. All this plus an epic symphony more than adequately answers the question on everyone’s lips since their summer concert - “how do you follow Stravinsky’s Firebird Suite?”

Firstly enjoy Carshalton-born composer David Hackbridge

Johnson’s commission for Sutton Symphony Orchestra “River Wandle Suite” which is in five movements and takes us along the Wandle from Carshalton Ponds, past the water grasses and mills into a rousing fugue of a finale.

Next up, three talented members of the Borough’s Youth Music Service will be showcasing their skills.

Elgar’s 1st Symphony forms the second half of the concert – around 50 minutes of epic scoring of music that is noble, passionate, intense, lyrical, and very grand.

Saturday 28 March, 7.30pm www.wegottickets.com/event/493324/

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CARSHALTON NETBALL CLUB

CARSHALTON

Netball CLUB Following a successful petition to Sutton Council, Carshalton Netball Club have been given the go ahead to help repurpose two of five Tennis Courts in Carshalton Park.

Netball has surged in popularity in recent years and a recent Sport England survey showed that a whopping 319,400 adults now play Netball fortnightly.

Carshalton Netball Club in Surrey are just 50 of those adults who have picked up the ball and rekindled their love of Netball.

Local resident, Mairéad Agnew, formed Carshalton Netball Club back in 2018 when she asked if anyone wanted to join her to play Netball, ‘just for fun’, in her local park. The response was overwhelming and highlighted an interest in casual, non-committal Netball.

This relaxed approach has seen notable health and general wellbeing benefits for those playing as well as a greater sense of community to all involved. The team have been unable to find any outdoor, free to use courts to play on and have seen the opportunity to open up access to young girls and women to play Netball more casually. Their mission is to address this by having a free to use, full size Netball Court available to all.

Whilst there are a great number of free to use Tennis, Basketball, Football and other sports courts across the

Carshalton Park as it is now

Mairéad Agnew & Julie Smith who recently pitched to raise funds for the new court at Suttons version of Dragons Den, Sutton Soup. borough the provision of free to use Netball courts does not match the growing desire to play the sport.

After a very successful petition led by the Netball Team, Sutton council have granted permission to repurpose two of five Tennis courts in Carshalton Park however there is no budget to pay for this so the team are helping to fundraise.

Here you can see the courts as they are now and an example of the redevelopment plans. The plans will not only include a free to use netball court but also a second multi-use games area for other sports including football and basketball. Depending on how much is raised the tennis courts will hopefully get a facelift too!!

If you are a local resident or businesses and you can help donate any amount from £2 to £2,000 or indeed more, then please kindly donate via the Crowdfunding page below. You can keep up to date on the project or find out more via Carshalton Netball’s social media.

Central location in Carshalton Village Example of the proposed new courts

Please donate at: www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/carshaltonpark

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HEALTH & WELLBEING

Pilates

FOR WELLNESS Amanda Rowley chats to Mel Cozens, a local Pilates teacher about the benefits of Pilates.

Leg Pull Front

Bridging

Shoulder Bridge

What is Pilates?

Pilates for Wellness

Pilates is an exercise programme developed to build strength, flexibility and coordination.

The Pilates repertoire is vast, including work on large apparatus as well as the more accessible Mat work. A typical contemporary Pilates mat session starts with Breathing, providing an opportunity to bring awareness to self and calm the nervous system.

Pilates in the 21st century is diverse in style. It is mostly categorized by Modern or Classical in approach with Classical Pilates being more closely derived from Joseph Pilates’ original regime Contrology.

Born in 1880 in Monchengladbach, Germany Joseph Pilates was a sickly child diagnosed with asthma, rickets and rheumatic fever. This provoked an interest in health and fitness and led him to train in gymnastics and boxing.

The birth of Contrology came at the outbreak of WW1 when he was interned in the United Kingdom during the war. It is during this time that he helped maintain the health and physical wellbeing of his fellow inmates using bed springs to create resistance to his movements. By the 1960’s having taken up residence in New York alongside the home of the New York City ballet, Joseph and his wife Clara’s exercise regime, now termed Pilates, was gaining popularity.

Photography credit: Reel Feel Productions

Pre-Pilates moves such as Bridging progress to more challenging movements such as Hundred, Leg Pull Front and Shoulder Bridge. The complexity of each movement increases in their orientation to gravity and base of support throughout each session. You can expect to lay supine, on your side, be seated and lay prone. Classwork gradually moves away from the floor to finish upright in a standing position. Distributing movement evenly throughout the spine is at the heart of each exercise.

Pilates is practice as much for the mind as it is for the body. Collectively, the exercises counteract imbalances and asymmetries within the body, improving spinal mobility and developing the mind-body connection.

Classes promote joint mobility and develop body awareness; the latter being the key to a physical selfawareness that can be taken into everyday activities.

Mel Cozens of MelPilates runs Pilates classes in Banstead and Old Coulsdon.

Find her on Instagram @melcozens and Facebook @MelPilates

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EPSOM PLAYHOUSE

Spring

AT EPSOM PLAYHOUSE Enjoy some family fun this March and April!

The Sooty Show Izzy wizzy, let’s get busy! Join Sooty for his brand new Laugh Out Loud Magic Show!

Direct from their hit ITV series, Sooty, Sweep and Soo and TV’s Richard Cadell will amaze you with impossible tricks and sidesplitting jokes! Be astounded at Sooty’s flying car, Soo’s singing unicorn and Sweep’s levitating sausage!

Sunday 22nd March at 11am & 2.30pm Tickets £15 Child £12.50

Epsom Light Opera present Crazy For You Brimming full of Gershwin’s glorious tunes and featuring top choreography, this ultimate feel-good musical is a treat not to miss. Mistaken identity, a town with no women and a troupe of follies dance girls come together to produce a musical that really does have it all.

Tuesday 28th April – Saturday 2nd May at 7.30pm & Saturday Matinee at 2.30pm Tickets £19, Concessions £17 (Available Tue and Sat Mat only)

Come What May - The Ultimate Tribute to Moulin Rouge Sweeney Entertainments and Sisco Productions present COME WHAT MAY The Ultimate Tribute to Moulin Rouge We present to you an all-singing, all-dancing extravaganza as you enter the secret world of one of the greatest movie-musicals of all time Bursting at the seams with timeless classics including Come What May, Your Song, Diamonds Are A Girls Best Friend, Roxanne, Lady Marmalade plus songs from some of the most iconic movie musicals of all time.

Friday 27th March at 7.30pm Tickets £29.50

Clive Anderson Me, Macbeth and I The host of Whose Line Is It Anyway, Loose Ends and Talks Back takes to the road with his muchanticipated first ever solo tour, in a one-man show guaranteed to be funnier than Shakespeare’s greatest tragedy.

Monday 20th April at 8.00pm Tickets £19

To book visit their website www.epsomplayhouse.co.uk or contact the Box Office on 01372 742555/742227

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Tams cakes and cookies?

LOCAL NEWS

GENDER

Justice

Nicky Charlish, a freelance journalist based in Carshalton, publishes her first e-book crime novel Nicky Charlish is a freelance journalist and has contributed to, among other publications, Record Mirror, Melody Maker, Ms. London, Girl-About-Town, Midweek and 3am magazine.

Gender Justice is Nicky’s first book.

Nicky tells us about her book: ‘Toni, 20, transgender and raised on a tough south London council estate, is just out of prison after a two-year sentence. Her crime?

Attacking her mum’s would-be rapist. Determined to better herself,

Toni works in a London graphic designer’s office whilst awaiting the surgery that – she hopes – will complete her female transformation and help to change her life for the better.

A meeting with an old prison friend leads to Toni also working part-time at a gay bar in Old Compton Street.

But that – and a gangland war which leads to the past catching up with her – threatens to destroy Toni’s dream as violence explodes in the streets of Soho and Shoreditch.’

Now available on Amazon for download

BANSTEAD FLOWER CLUB

‘This book is fast-paced, gritty and fully immerses you in South London ... The story feels authentic too ...’

SUTTON GUARDIAN

COFFEE BREAK ANSWERS

Banstead Community Hall, Park Road, SM7 3AJ

Invite you to watch VANESSA WELLOCK present ‘What’s it all about?’

Wednesday 25th March at 2pm Doors open 1.30pm Raffle, members’ competition “Hyacinth Bucket/Bouquet” floral sundries sales table and refreshments available.

We are a friendly local flower club affiliated to NAFAS, new members and visitors (£6) always welcome.

Monthly meeting and demonstration at 2pm on the 4th Wednesday of every month at Banstead Community Hall, Park Road, SM7 3AJ For further details or enquiries, see our page at: www.surreynafas.org.uk/banstead-flower-club email bansteadflowerclub@hotmail.co.uk, or contact Susan Macpherson 020 8657 4328

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