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LookLocal October 2017

Weybridge

Your award-winning local community magazine

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TOBY COTTAGE REVIEW ASK BRUCE Read Bruce’s column about teaching an old dog new tricks CROSSWORD PUZZLE FLU VACCINATION WHAT’S ON See what’s on in and around Weybridge in October MUSIC MATTERS WHAT’S COOKING? VOLVO CAR REVIEW ELMBRIDGE VOLUNTEERS SUDOKU & DIGI-SEARCH TREBLE CLEF CHOIR TAX ASSIST AUNTIE PLANTY GARDENING PUZZLE SOLUTIONS INSPIRATION ADVERTISERS’ INDEX

From the E DITO R

Welcome to Look Local in October, the month when leaves change colour, the clocks are turned back & the evenings draw in. Pumpkins and conkers appear and I get one year older :-( but not necessarily in that order! Although the days will soon feel a little shorter, as always there is plenty going on locally to make the most of every minute!

If you fancy a treat, we recommend a lovely local restaurant, the Toby Cottage in nearby Ripley, where I enjoyed a wonderful evening. I’m delighted to share that evening with you this month.

A date for your diary: see page 31 for information about the Treble Clef Christmas Concert. Under the musical direction of Mr Tim Woodford, the choir will be perform and delight at St James’s Church in Weybridge. A lovely start to your festive celebrations!

Other inclusions this month: winter health advice from the NHS via Caroline Sargent, (Interim) Communications Manager Surrey Downs Clinical Commissioning Group, a little music quiz kindly provided by David Kid Jensen and all our regular features too, and if you’re a bit of a motorhead, why not enter our competition to win a lovely book all about Volvos, see page 49 for that.

I hope you all have a great month, and remember to adjust your clocks and watches on Sunday 29th October.

Until next time, take care,

Ros

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The Toby Cottage Restaurant in Ripley has been a favourite on our list for many years. Owned and run

by Toni & Tony, business partners for 11 years and colleagues for many more, the combination works so well. Without exception, every time I’ve visited the welcome is warm.

This traditional restaurant sits within a lovely 16th century oak beamed building at the end of Ripley High Street, with customer parking to the rear.

We started our evening with a much-enjoyed aperitif in the upstairs bar, a chance to relax and defuse the stresses of the day, while we sipped on a welcome G&T, nibbled on an olive and feasted our eyes on the tempting menu selections.

The menu changes regularly, and specials vary, depending on what looks good at market: regular twice weekly visits to Billingsgate and Smithfield markets in London ensure fresh seasonal produce, and this

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certainly is reflected in the quality and flavours you will enjoy at The Toby Cottage.

After much deliberation, I decided to go fishy. Both my choices this evening were specials: scallops in pancetta, followed by the halibut in a lobster and prawn sauce on a bed of leeks. My dinner guest chose crispy calamari, and Beef Wellington to follow.

We were shown to our table downstairs. It was beautifully presented and situated by an attractive bay window.

The wine menu is pretty impressive, offering a wide selection to please every palate. As our food options led us in different directions, we opted for two different half bottles, one Loire Sancerre, which was fruity but beautifully dry & a perfect accompaniment to my fish dishes, and a mellow Pinot Noir Burgundy to wash down the beef. Both were enjoyed very much.

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but not invasive, professional but friendly, with perfect silver service skills to boot.

Our starters arrived and the smells instantly made my mouth water. Beautifully presented and deliciously tasty, my scallops melted in my mouth. The calamari was coated in a very light and crispy batter, and the calamari itself was soft and very moreish., and accompanied by a very tasty dipping sauce. We actually shared these delicious offerings and both enjoyed them very much indeed.

Our main courses were equally as enjoyable. The individual Beef Wellington sliced so easily and my halibut was complemented beautifully by the lobster and prawn sauce. A selection of fresh seasonal vegetables and crispy roasted potatoes were cooked to perfection.

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The sweet trolley that followed proved impossible to resist. Again a magnificent selection. We chose a creme

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caramel & profiteroles with chocolate sauce. All the desserts are homemade and you could really tell.

We had such a nice evening, it was a real treat. This is a special restaurant, where customers are very well looked after, great care is taken and the food is superb. You come away feeling as if you’ve spent an evening with friends. This attention to detail and good old-fashioned service is rare these days. Tony & Toni create a perfect recipe at The Toby Cottage.

Thanks go to everyone who made us feel so welcome.

We highly recommend a visit, booking is recommended to avoid disappointment. For more information see their advert on the next page.

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Owners and business partners Toni and Tony are delighted to be celebrating eleven years at the Toby Cottage. This is one of the oldest restaurants in Surrey, first licensed in 1957, and you will find delicious food, with recipes dating as far back as the 1940s. The friendly and professional staff are proud to provide you consistently with a traditional and wonderful dining experience, which includes silver service, in a comfortable and cosy environment.

FlambĂŠ cooking is available at your table on request, and there is also a well-stocked, old-style sweet trolley, offering a great selection of mouth-watering & homemade desserts.

With a weekly set menu, offering a choice of two courses at lunch time for the fixed price of ÂŁ16.50 and 3 course Sunday lunch for ÂŁ20.50, you are sure to find something you will enjoy.

The restaurant also boasts an excellent a la carte menu and a range of seasonal specials, based on the finest produce available.

If you are thinking of having a private party, the restaurant is available for private hire (at no extra cost) and the staff would be happy to tailor-make any menu choices that you may require. This is a truly lovely restaurant to which many return time and time again.

The Toby Cottage looks forward to welcoming you soon.

Why not visit our sister restaurant Meson Toby, Laleham.

Call 01483 224225 | www.tobycottage.co.uk Toby Cottage, High Street, Ripley GU23 6AF

ASK BRUCE NEW TRICKS

This month, Look Local editor Ros asks ‘can you teach an old dog new tricks?’ Ros has seen videos of dogs learning tricks and would like to try the same with her four-year-old cockerpoo who seems slow to perform!

There is the possibility for any dog to learn new tricks, whatever its age or breed. For some, it comes naturally, while others may struggle. For example, pugs and beagles can be strong-willed and uninterested, whereas dogs like collies, spaniels and labradors are often super-keen.

A cockerpoo as a breed has good potential, combining the intelligence of the poodle with the work ethic of the spaniel. But patience and persistence from you is needed.

Unlike puppies, older dogs will need more time, repetition and reward. What takes a puppy two days to learn could take an older dog two weeks. Start slowly and motivate them with their favourite treat or toy each time they get it right.

If, over time, you aren’t getting anywhere, it may be you have a dog that’s simply not interested and it’s time to call it a day. Like a child that tries a new hobby and gives up, it would be unwise to push them too hard to continue. And do remember that very elderly dogs (aged 10-plus) are at a time in their life where learning new tricks might not be appropriate. Overall, it’s about setting realistic expectations. Good luck!

Bruce Casalis is director & founder of Bruce’s Doggy Day Care, a multi-award winning business in Weybridge.

Do you have any dog training or canine behavioural questions which you would like to ask Bruce? Send your questions to :-

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Then check out this column each month for Bruce’s answers.

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The onset of the winter months is always challenging for the NHS, especially for urgent care services which tend to see a sharp increase in A&E attendances.

This is often because of flu and other cold weather conditions, but also because of preventable things, such as people running out of medications or opting to go straight to hospital instead of to a GP, a pharmacist or calling NHS 111.

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They receive a quick, painless nasal spray which takes seconds to administer • Flu in children can lead to high fever or complications and may require hospital treatment • Babies can’t be vaccinated but if the mother is vaccinated when pregnant, immunity is passed to her child during its first few months • Flu can hit older and disabled people and their carers hard. Having the vaccine is the best way to protect carers and the person they care for from flu.

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86th National HONEY SHOW The event is a celebration of the end of the beekeeping year. There is a spectacular (competitive entries) display of honey & hive products, a vibrant trade hall & an accompanying series of lectures from world-renowned bee scientists. Alongside this, there is a varied programme of workshops, plus lectures on the Friday from young UK bee researchers & a series of informal lectures on Saturday for newish or aspiring beekeepers.

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Seasonal Ranger WALKS AT PAINSHILL

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Aviation Day AT BROOKLANDS MUSEUM

Touchdown at Brooklands Museum for a kerosene-fuelled day of aviation antics and activities as we celebrate the opening of the new Brooklands Aircraft Factory and Flight Shed exhibitions.

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Motorcycle legends IAN HUTCHINSON

Steve Parrish is bringing TT rider extraordinaire Ian Hutchinson (Hutchy) to Brooklands. In 2010, Hutchy achieved a record 5 solo wins in one Isle of Man TT Festival. He has won 16 TT races in total & 27 podium finishes. He survived a horrific crash in 2010 & took 5 years & 30 operations to recover before resuming riding in 2014. In June this year, he suffered another serious crash, involving the loss of his ankle & a broken femur - he is currently recovering from his injuries. He will be joining Steve to chat about his career & no doubt those falls too.

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Here are a few Motown memories. One claim in each group of 3 artists is not true.

Gladys Knight A Gladys Knight discovered and introduced the Jackson 5 to Motown Records B Gladys was known as the Empress of Soul or C Gladys Knight’s best known song is The Midnight Train to Georgia The Temptations A Their lead vocalist was once David Ruffin B Lead singer was once Eddie Kendricks or C Their lead singer was once Otis Reading Stevie Wonder A His mother used to co-write some of his best-loved songs with him B Stevie sang a a duet on “The Girl Is Mine� with Paul McCartney C Was known as the Master Blaster by Bob Marley Smokey Robinson and the Miracles A The Miracles were the first group signed to Motown B Smokey was a chain smoker and that was how he got the nickname Smokey C Smokey, now 77, was once a Motown executiv

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Leave to cool. Spoon into a 1.5-litre lipped pie dish.

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Volvo XC90 CAR REVIEW

By Ted Macauley

and, with their dedication to detail and recognisable improvement in the tiniest of equipment, even the Volvo radiator badge has been redesigned.

And it gets better and better. Volvo’s relentless chase for the wow factor results in an infotainment set-up that takes a commanding but understated placing of a tablet acting as the centrepiece of the dash.

The tech-pack graphics are clarity exemplified, with sharp resolution and the operation of the system with an ease of pinch, pat or swipe of its informative and thoroughly responsive screen.

Overall, as a perfect appeal to families, the emphasis is comfort, with the seven seats all recliners and sliders to suit any leg length. Even six-footers like me are made to feel right at home, and the 3rd row back seats can be folded away to expand what is already a boot expansive enough to swallow up any amount of family luggage.

So what about the ride? The turbo and supercharged petrol version offers a responsive treat from its four cylinders, but for me if you are not too fussed about the lack of a reasonable roar as per the multi-cylinder offering, then the diesel XC90 serves an admirable response in its smoothly-reacting, bump-absorbing family orientation.

The more miles you do, on the motorway, in town or down twisty country lanes, the more you appreciate what a real beauty and an economic, family-oriented reward this understated Swedish good looker is as it sets about monopolising the SUV hard-fought market as the bestseller.

Any worthy Volvo dealer, acting on guidance from HQ, will give you an extended trial spell which could be as much as a week. They know it’s a delight that inevitably will magic you towards your cheque book. Volvo XC? That, in my humble opinion, should read eXCellent …..

I could well be fairly accused of allowing myself to be overtaken by a burst of Volvo magic with my double-dose of Swedish expertise in the shape of the new SUV under review – and, elsewhere in our magazine, a chance to win a fascinating book on the history of the company’s buildup, featuring its estate car and its successors.

But here and now, I must pay tribute to probably the most comfy, practical and value-for-money car they have produced in years – the ultra-ultra stylish XC90, a treasure of good looks on the move. I forecast that it is as gob-smacking as any Scandinavian beauty can be and I’m dead certain it will severely dent the hopes and plans of SUV rivals such as Jaguar, Audi, BMW and Mercedes Benz and leave them stranded in its healthy and fumeless slipstream.

As always, with a typical lack of preposterous show-offery demonstrated yawningly too often by rivals, Volvo is letting its refined newcomer speak for itself, and it does so in impressive volumes without shouting its odds like its opponents do so blatantly.

An astute, crucial and well-planned, but oh-so-simple principle remains. The engine is transversely mounted, with the result that an impressive share of its elongated extent is retained to give its interior, and its space for seven Specification: My choice: D5 Inscription. Diesel. Seven people, a real treat.

The modern version is pretty much different in every seats. BHP 235.Speed 0-62mph in 7.8 seconds.Top department, with quality as its well-deserved watchword, speed around 130 mph. Mpg: 48.7. Price £47,350.

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Few, if any, books featuring the history and development of motor cars, particularly one significant model, can match the absolutely splendid offering by specialist publishers Veloce with their painstaking trace of Volvo’s trend-setter estate car to the Scandinavian maker’s current worldbeaters.

Every one of the 160 pages is an absolute treat, an historic and carefully constructed and informative verbal run, with a gallery of photographs, images and impressions to pore over at your leisure in a stylish hardback entitled ‘The Volvo Estate Car’.

It is a very fine tribute indeed to author Ashley Hollebone’s dedicated hard work. His life revolves around motor cars, as is obvious by his clear enthusiasm. He is not only an obvious petrol head writer, but has amassed 20 years in the film industry as a movie co-ordinator, setting up action vehicles and teaching star actors how to drive

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Making your money

WORK May-Jun 2013 Mag:Layout 1 15/04/2013 08:50 Page 18 HARDER

Elaine & Keith Jones run the Weybridge office of TaxAssist Accountants. Each issue, Elaine provides advice on recent change in tax law, or addresses a topical financial issue.

Tax on compensation for mis-sold PPI

Q Making YOUR :

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I have received a cheque from my bank for being missold PPI. Is any of it taxable?

The tax due will depend on the different components making up your cheque.

Typically, it will consist of: 1. a refund of the PPI premiums themselves 2. historic interest (interest paid on the PPI premium because it was added to a loan or credit card) 3. simple interest at a rate 8%Weybridge per annum oce Elaine & Keith Jones runofthe The simple interest is to compensate youElaine for being of TaxAssist Accountants.

Each issue, deprived advice during on the aterm of change the PPI in policy and is provides recent tax law, taxable, like any normal bank interest is. or addresses a topical financial issue.

The bank may deduct basic rate income tax of 20% Car benefit before payingchanges you the 2013/14 simple interest. As a result, if once include the interest in the Q: Canyou you summarise what thecalculation changesof your total income, car youand are van still benefits a basic rate to company aretaxpayer, from you should not need to complete a tax return, nor have any 6 April 2013 please? additional tax to pay on it.

A: Fromup theto6th April(£500 2013:for higher rate taxpayers) Interest £1,000 may be tax-free if it is covered by the personal savings Company cars allowance. If you think tax has been incorrectly deducted •from Theyour car interest, fuel benefit charge multiplier you may be able to get a taxwill refund.

Ifincrease the simplefrom interest is not taxed and exceeds £10,000 £20,200 to £21,100 or if you are not a basic rate taxpayer, there could be tax • The lower threshold will be reduced from implications and you should confirm with HM Revenue 115g/km &120g/km Customs to whether they require a tax return from you.

Conversely, if your income percentages is under the are personal • The lowest appropriate still allowance, youand may5beper duecent a tax refund.

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income is low but I voluntarily pass Class 2 National Insurance in order to maintain my National Insurance Leasing a car record. What should people on low incomes do when Q: If I lease a car in the name of my personal Class 2 is abolished next year?

company, do you have any recommendations : the Investment advicedown? is a regulated area, so tax burden to keep accountants must be careful when advising A: Firstly,on if the car triggers a benefit in kind, whether to pay National Insurance then you will always be better o looking contributions for the benefit of the state pension. for aIf vehicle with low CO2 as this will you’re concerned aboutemissions, your National Insurance result a lower car benefit percentage record, in firstly, I would recommend obtainingand a state pension forecast.

Thatpersonal will clarifytax your position tell therefore a lower liability forand you. you exactly by how many years you might be short if Furthermore, should also be aware thatby you’re looking toyou ensure you have a complete record if car has over 130g/km, is thethe time you hit emissions state retirement age.

Under theitcurrent likely 15% the lease willneed be to regime,that if you doof find you have payments a shortfall and for corporation tax obvious purposes.

If disallowed continue contributing, you have two choices: 1. Earn more than the lower For the the emissions are below thisprofits level,limit. the entire currentpayments tax year 2017/18, is £8,164.

You would have lease shouldit be tax deductible. to pay National Insurance at 9% on any excess.

Emailing P60s 2. Pay Class 3 National Insurance. For the current tax Q: To keep oce paperless, can send my year 2017/18,myClass 3 contributions are I£14.25 per employees their P60 via email? week What should I do when Class 2 NI is abolished?

• The 10 per cent charge will now apply to cars There is a 2010/11, proposal form to create a zero-rate for Class Since P60 can be band provided with:CO2 of and 76g/km I’memissions in my 50s mosttoof94g/km my income A: 4 National Insurance, similar to how the lower earnings either on paper or electronically, but comes from rental income, I have by limit works for employees.

This has yet to beyou legislated • The appropriate percentage willbut increase confirm with your employees that they a small business that I run on the side. My should though.

1 per cent for all vehicles with CO2 emissions are happy to receive their P60 electronically. between 95g/km and 215g/km, to a have AFTA access to secure Your sta will need Contact Elaine Jonesto ACMA maximum of 35 per cent facilities view and on: 01932to850 600 or print a copy. If they prefer Vans not to receive their P60 electronically, then you by email: weybridge@taxassist.co.uk must provide them with a hard copy as normal.

• The van fuel benefit charge multiplier will increase from £550 to £564 Contact Elaine Jones ACMA AFTA Disclaimer - advice shared in this column is intended to inform rather than advise. Taxpayer’s circumstances do vary and if you feel the on: 01932 850 600 or by •information The vanprovided benefit is frozen £3,000that you contact us before is beneficial it isat important implmentation. If you take, or do not take action as a result email: weybridge@taxassist.co.uk of reading column, before receiving written endorsement, we will accept no responsibilty for any fiancial loss incurred.

The rulesthisand implications of our company

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Gardening WITH AUNTIE PLANTY

Herbal Tea and Fresh Plants

Herbal teabags are a common sight these days, but I don’t think there is anything to beat using fresh ingredients from your garden every time you stretch out for a invigorating brew.

Fresh plants come loaded with vitamins, antioxidants, essential oils and other numerous compounds that boost our health. A fresh tea made from edible fresh herbs captures between 50% and 90% of the effective ingredients of the plant – but please note the word ‘edible’. And do make sure that your samples have not been sprayed with any insecticide and are free from other noxious substances, such as diesel or petrol fumes and cat pee!

You simply put a large handful of the chosen plant material into a big pot and pour some boiling water over.

Let them steep for a few minutes, and if you drain the pot quickly, it’s OK to refill the pot with more boiling water for a second infusion.

Lavender Maybe you’ve never thought of using lavender to make tea, but its floral taste is amazing. A lavender brew using the flowers is sweet and fragrant and is perfect for calming your mind, reducing tension and alleviating a headache. Your supply should be virtually unlimited, as lavender is easy to grow in any sunny well-drained part of the garden.

Thyme Thyme might be a surprising addition to the list of suitables, but its effective ingredient is supposed to calm stomach problems and sore throat. Use its leaves to

prepare tea, and if there are flowers available, add them too. Thyme grows well in full sun but also tolerates partial sun, so it’s an low maintenance ideal herb.

Ginger Ginger tea is useful as an antioxidant, contains antibacterial properties and is often recommended to combat nausea. You’ll need a piece about the size of an ice cube, chopped up or grated. If you are using a teapot, pop the ginger into the teapot and pour boiling water in it. Let it steep for about 10 minutes. Sweeten if needed with honey.

To grow your own ginger, start with a piece of fresh root ginger (actually the rhizome of the plant), which you can buy at any supermarket. Choose a piece which has some well-developed ‘growth buds’. Break the root into pieces with a growth bud on each piece, and plant in a seed tray with moist potting compost. Keep the seed tray indoors, because most ginger is not winter-hardy. On the other hand, central heating can make the air a little too dry, so it’s a good idea to spray the plants with a mister once in a while.

Valerie Munro is a chartered horticulturist. She offers unique and personal tuition sessions, explaining the whys and wherefores of good gardening techniques in your own garden www.auntieplanty.co.uk

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I have a dream COACHING WITH INSPIRATION

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It seemed such an unreachable dream. I wanted to write on subjects that lit me up, fascinated me and contributed to my growth, not just to my salary. I wanted to contribute to the wellbeing and development of anyone who was interested in living a better life.

So it was a big surprise a year or so ago when I realised that I was actually living that dream!

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Of course, it didn’t come about by accident or without any input from me. It’s just that I wasn’t really conscious of it to begin with. Looking back, I can see that my dream was influencing my choices from behind the scenes. Nowadays, I’m more focused on my dreams and give them a helping hand as often as I can.

Dreams are more powerful than you can imagine. As Simon Sinek points out, Martin Luther King didn’t proclaim: “I have a plan”. He said: “I have a dream”, and that dream ignited the desire in thousands of other people. That’s how, without invitations, in the days before social media and instant messaging, with no website to check the date, 250,000 people gathered in Washington to hear Dr King speak.

Why are dreams important?

Dreams are what get us out of bed in the morning when reality might make us want to crawl back under

the duvet. Dreams guide our thoughts, they inspire us to work hard, take risks, make difficult choices. Dreams have no limitations.

But of course, first of all you need to have one. Many of us are stuck at the level of tolerating life without enjoying it or even hoping to enjoy it. Dreams seem fatuous and flaky. And what’s the point of having dreams if you don’t believe they materialise?

Big dreamers Carl Sandburg, three times Pulitzer Prize winner, said: The Republic is a dream. Nothing happens unless first a dream.

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