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Classes Resume At Ardley Hill Academy After Flood Jazzercise is a global dance-fitness class which was founded in America 45 years ago and has been in Dunstable for over 20 years. So why are we still here?

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"It was devastating for all the children and staff at the school, and obviously our classes had to be postponed.

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LOCAL RIO HERO At the time of writing, Liam Irons, a 25 year old footballer from Dunstable will be on a return flight from Rio having been called up to represent Team GB at the Paralympics Games as part of the 7-aside football team for players with Cerebral Palsy.

Liam, who attended Mill Vale Middle School and Queensbury Upper, has always played mainstream football in Bedfordshire and currently plays for 61FC in the Spartan South Midlands Football League. His manager at the club and Beds FA Chairman, Richard Everitt, said “Everybody at 61 FC are very proud of what Liam has achieved, it is a reward for lots of hard work and dedication which Liam has put into his game.”

Liam, who was diagnosed with Cerabal Palsy, also plays for Saints FC on Sundays and it was while playing for the side that he was spotted by an opposition manager who also has the condition. He put Liam in contact with national CP football coach Jeff Davis who sent a scout to watch Liam play which led to him being invited to train with the squad.

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year teams from 8 nations qualified for the finals in Rio. There are seven players from each team on the pitch - in addition to seven on the bench. Because there is no off side rule, matches are open and exciting with teams able to adopt a more direct, attacking style. Throw-ins can be completed with one hand, rolling the ball onto the playing field. Matches last 60 minutes, divided into two 30-minute halves, with a 15-minute interval between them.

Until six months ago Liam was unaware that there was a CP team, having always played mainstream football. He now found himself faced with the challenge of preparing to represent his country as part of Team GB, something he had only previously dreamed about. Before flying out to Brazil, the team was put through a rigorous training camp at FA National Football Centre, St. Georges Park, which Liam describes as “an amazing place”. The elite level strength and conditioning was the first of many new experiences for Liam but he took it all in his stride and in the past six months his attitude and commitment to his game has changed completely. Liam says “It has completely changed my approach to football as I’m now training six days a week which includes strength and conditioning with a coach and lots of sprint and agility work. They have also taught me to play a lot calmer and relaxed which has improved my decision making on and off the ball”

Liam’s first chance to represent the team was at a pre-Paralympic tournament in Spain where his training and dedication paid off, scoring in his debut against Ireland.

Arriving in Rio Liam was impressed by the Paralympics village and his fellow athletes. “The place is truly inspiring, the things you see on a day to day basis is quite remarkable. The lengths to which some of the athletes go to get themselves so that they can compete in the games is incredible.”

The team were also lucky enough to get some pointers from one of the biggest stars of Rio 2016. “Alex Danson, who won Gold with the women’s hockey team, gave us an inspirational talk. She went into detail about how and why they did so well. It was great to meet someone like Alex let alone hear about her experiences and advice.”

Liam’s Team GB debut came against hosts Brazil. Not a bad way to start your international career and he reflected that despite the result, “It was still one of the best experiences of my life.” The second game saw Team GB lose 2-1 to the favourites Ukraine, who went on to claim gold. Team GB then smashed five past Ireland in their final game to set up a 5th place playoff with rivals Argentina. A feisty 2-0 win meant the CP 7 a-side achieved the highest finish in their history.

Liam’s girlfriend, Carly Smith, commented “We are so proud of Liam and everything he has achieved. Liam’s family and I have watched all of his games together, cheering him on from home. We can’t wait to see him now and welcome him home.”

Summing up his experience of the games, Liam said “We finished Rio 2016 in 5th place with a 2-0 win over Argentina. That’s the highest the Team GB football team have ever finished. It’s been by far the best experience of my life and I have enjoyed every minute of it. All of the squad and staff have bonded so well and it’s great to have been on this journey with them.

I think we can come home knowing that we gave our all and competed with the best teams in the tournament.”

It’s fair to say many events during the games have captured our attention and hearts. There is something wonderfully personal and relatable about the Paralympics.

Perhaps this is why we felt such a connection with Liam’s journey.

Liam’s personality and achievements deserve special recognition and a willingness to share his new experiences through his Paralympic Diary only highlights his character.

Josh Spavins (Bedfordshire FA Disability Football lead) said “Liam’s story has done so much for young players with disabilities in Bedfordshire. His remarkable story is proof that nothing can stop you pursuing your dreams.

We’d like to encourage any footballers with disabilities to explore the opportunities out there.”

This was something echoed by Liam when asked about his hopes for the future, Liam said “Having had the great coaching I have received, I definitely think I would love to get into coaching when I can’t play anymore, to share all I have learnt with local clubs and players.

He added “It was a massive privilege to be asked to go on Channel 4 Live to talk about the games. Hopefully I can help promote the sport to any CP players watching at home.”

“Finally, I would just like to add that any disabled players playing mainstream football should make sure they try and get in touch with Jeff Davies because the possibilities could be life-changing - it has been for me. “ If you would like to get involved in football, regardless of ability or disability, Beds FA would like to hear from you. Disability sessions run across the county and you can contact Josh Spavins for full details at Josh.spavins@ bedfordshirefa.com Read Liam’s Paralympic Diary and check out Disability Football online via the Bedfordshire FA. Website – www.BedfordshireFA.com Twitter - @BedsFA / @_LiamIrons Facebook – www.facebook.com/Bedfordshire-FA

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Mental health issues & debt are a marriage made in hell and worse, each feeds off the other. If you or someone you know is hit by this, you’re not alone. This is one of the biggest and most hidden financial problems affecting the UK. The more we talk about it, the better, so I want to take you through what’s happening and some tips if you’re affected.

The statistics are horrific. Here are just three of them: 1: You’re four to six times more likely to have debt crisis if you’ve mental health issues.

2: Half those seeking debt help have mental health issues.

3: The treatment time for clinical depression can be 18 months longer for those with financial worries too.

Breaking this relationship has been a passion of mine for a long time. So having planned it for years, a few weeks ago I launched the new Money and Mental Health Policy Institute (www.moneyandmentalhealth.org.uk) with a brilliant full-time team I’m funding for at least four years. The aim of this charity is simple: to reduce the number of people affected by the issue.

And that number is huge - when I’ve written about it on social media I’ve been swamped by the responses. Here are just a couple: “I have bipolar and was given huge amounts of credit which I spent while on a manic high. I am now in so much debt there’s no way out, which has an impact on my depression.”

“When I’m in a depressed state I find that I can spend recklessly, without thinking about the bigger picture. Having financial struggles does make you

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stressed, anxious and cause sleep issues, which can then all lead to further depression. It’s a vicious circle.”

What can be done about it?

Thankfully over the past decade, the financial services sector has improved its attitude and procedures when dealing with people with mental health illness once they’re already in the mire. So the Policy Institute’s focus is prevention, to come up with solutions, research them and then lobby to get them in place.

Here’s a sample of the type of ideas we’re looking at, both are based on spending sprees, which are common with bipolar disorder and depression.

Credit freeze Allow people to voluntarily

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High-control account options Go abroad and debit and credit card firms freeze your accounts if they detect unusual spending patterns.

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Money Matters By Martin Lewis a nominated trusted friend or mental health case worker agrees it should be unfrozen, because the high spend is, for example, just due to a house move.

Of course there are many other conditions too, such as dementia, which require other solutions. (go to:www.moneyandmentalhealth.org.uk /joinour-research-panel/) Yet that’s all in the future. If you or someone you care for has issues now, what do you do? Well my free Mental Health and Debt Booklet at www. money savingexpert.com/mentalhealth takes you through step-by-step. Here are some tips from it.

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Speak to a non-profit debt help agency. If you’re in debt crisis, then www.CitizensAdvice.org.uk, www.StepChange.org, www.NationalDebtline.org and especially www.CapUK.org can help – I say especially as it also does emotional counselling too.

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Can you cut the interest rate? The lower it is the more of your repayments clear the actual debt. A balance transfer credit card can shift debt to 0% for 40 months.

3 Consider informing your bank. Once a lender is aware that a customer has a mental health condition, it has to make adjustments. The Lending Code says banks should consider keeping a debt in-house rather than passing it to debt collectors, and they should make court action the last resort.

Though telling your bank is a decision to discuss carefully with a caseworker or debt counsellor.

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You can’t be discriminated against for your mental health. In other words, if the fact you’ve declared your illness to a bank affects your ability to get other products with them, such as a mortgage, it would likely breach the Equality Act.

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Know the early warning signs. Even when people plunge into debt, issues like depression don’t bite overnight. Look out for tension headaches,

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Mental Health arguments at work, back pain or bad skin. And seek help.

6 Banking control if you have bipolar. A few banks have minor procedures to allow you to register your mental health issues and stop your overdraft going beyond a certain amount. Bipolar disorder sufferers, who may be prone to overspending during a manic episode, could consider discussing this with their bank. It’s worth chatting through with a debt counsellor or case worker first.

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Consider adding a note on your credit file. If you overspend when you are unwell, you can volunteer to add information on mental health problems to your credit files in what’s called a ‘notice of correction’. This alerts potential lenders so they don’t lend further credit. This can be added or removed whenever you want though. Yet it may stop you borrowing when you are well.

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Consider paying bills by direct debit. This can simplify your finances, helping to ensure bills get paid when you’re ill. Yet while direct debits for gas and electricity bills, home phone and broadband can save you money, home and car insurers charge you interest so annual payments better.

9 Prioritise heating and eating. Don’t simply pay

those who hassle you the hardest. The debt counsellors above can help.

10 There’s no such thing as an unsolvable debt.

For as long as I’ve been doing my job, I’ve never once seen a debt case that isn’t solvable. It may not be easy, it may not be quick, but I want you to know it is ALWAYS doable. If you start to sort it out, it does get better.

Martin Lewis is the Founder & Editor in Chief of Money Saving Expert. To join the 10 million people who get his ‘Martin’s Money Tips’ weekly email, go to www.moneysavingexpert.com/latesttip

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Don’t Wait Until Winter For Your Flu Jab Local doctors are urging people in Bedfordshire to have the flu jab well before winter, and say it is especially important for those at risk of more serious health complications and even death from flu.

The flu vaccine is available from the NHS free of charge to:

In Bedfordshire over 1,000 people were admitted to hospital last winter because of flu. Public Health teams are especially concerned that the number of pregnant women who had the flu jab last winter fell by 6.7 per cent compared with the previous year, and less than half of two year olds, and adults under 65 who have health conditions had the flu vaccine.

• pregnant women • young children • carers • people in long term care facilities • anyone with a long term health condition, such as heart disease, diabetes or neurological conditions • people over 65.

Dr Dayo Kuku, Respiratory Clinical Lead for Bedfordshire Clinical Commissioning Group, and a GP, said: “You can’t get flu from the jab. The vaccine stimulates your body's immune system to make antibodies which attack the flu virus. The flu vaccine changes every year to fight the latest strains of flu – so even if you had a jab last winter, you need another one this year to stay safe.”

The vaccine is safe and effective, and can reduce the chances of getting flu and its complications by 70 per cent and of death from flu by 80 per cent.

If you are eligible for the free flu jab, you can get it from your GP or local pharmacy. If you aren’t eligible for a free flu jab, you can still receive the vaccination from your local pharmacy for a small fee.

Last year 57 per cent of Bedfordshire residents who were entitled to a free flu vaccine took up the offer, and local health leaders are keen for more people to get protection from the virus, which can be life threatening.

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For those of you who thought that indulging in a chicken jalfrezi was more decadent than healthy, think again.

Research has shown that curries can slow Alzheimer’s and protect against cancer. Scientists explain why ahead of

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Chilli

Chillies raise the heart rate, increase perspiration and release endorphins due to capsaicin, a substance which gives chillies their ‘heat’.

Capsaicin is commonly used as a painkiller to help manage arthritis, diabetic neuropathy, shingles, postmastectomy pain and headaches and is even sold as an over-the-counter cream - as capsaicin depletes the level of pain perception molecules in the bloodstream.

But the pepper component also dilates the blood vessels, thereby increasing blood circulation and reducing blood pressure.

Ginger

Ginger is traditionally used to help digestion and reduce inflammation, as the root helps neutralise stomach acid.

Effective at reducing nausea and vomiting in pregnancy, ginger may also reduce cholesterol if eaten in high doses and could reduce blood clotting, according to the British Nutrition Foundation.

It may also help protect against bowel cancer. The main active component in ginger which gives it its distinct flavour, gingerol, has been shown in research to slow the growth of human tumours in mice. Scientists are now hoping to repeat that research in human trials.

Garlic

Perhaps the best known ingredient in curry, garlic contains a chemical called allicin, which works to dilate the blood vessels and lessen the chance of blood clots, thereby reducing the risk of thrombosis.

Both cooked and raw garlic have been found to have medicinal properties, according to the British Nutrition Foundation.

However, to have a fully positive effect on one’s health, around two to three cloves of garlic should be consumed daily to release the necessary levels of allicin in the body.

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Bombay Aloo (serves 4) 2 large potatoes, peeled and chopped in to 2cm squares 1 cup of frozen peas 1/2 tin chopped tomatoes 2 tbsp sunflower oil 1 tsp black mustard seeds 1/2 tsp turmeric 5 curry leaves 1/2 tsp crushed garlic 3/4 tsp salt 1/2 tsp red chilli powder 1/2 cup water

I love a good curry almost more than anything else! And yet when it comes to cooking one myself, it can be hit or miss, lacking the flavour and depth or the kind of meal you would enjoy as a takeaway. Sima Milligan runs Indian cookery courses for beginners at Khana Cooking in Hemel Hempstead and she served up this wonderful treat on my programme. The chicken recipe has been passed down from her grandma and is ridiculously easy to make. The resulting thick, aromatic gravy is just delicious. For vegetarians, the equally simple potato curry is bursting with the flavour of the mustard seeds. A true takeway treat, to be served with fluffy rice and flatbreads.

Heat the oil in a pan until it is very hot. Add the chopped onions and cook them until they are caramelised and very dark brown. Chuck in the garlic, ginger and chilli mix and cook for 5 minutes.

Next mix in the remaining spices and the salt and cook for 2-3 minutes, adding a little water if it looks dry. This past can be stored in the fridge and used as a marinade for fish and meat.

Pour in the passata and cook on a high heat for 5 minutes.

Once the sauce has thickened, pop in the chicken thighs and cook with the lid on for 15 minutes. Take the lid off and stir and then continue to cook on a low heat until the curry looks thick and the thighs are tender and cooked through. This will be around 45 minutes.

Serve garnished with the freshly chopped coriander.

Heat the oil in a non stick saucepan. Once the oil is hot, add the mustard seeds and cook until they start popping, then add the curry leaves. Turn the heat down and add the turmeric, salt, garlic and chilli powder. Cook for 2-3 minutes, then pour in the tinned tomatoes. Cook the sauce on a medium heat for a few minutes until it has thickened.

Add the potatoes and water and stir. Cover the pan and cook on a medium heat until the potatoes become soft, around 30 minutes or so.

Remove the lid for the last few minutes, chuck in the peas and let the curry thicken. If it gets too thick, add some water. Serve with the chicken curry.

Hear more recipes on Nick Coffer’s Weekend Kitchen every Sunday morning on BBC Three Counties radio at 11am. You can also join Nick every weekday at midday for brilliant local guests with great stories to tell and all the music you want for your early afternoon.

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A Colourful Grand Finale So, if you are now looking out on a bare garden with little colour, think about the ornamentals you could plant to add some pizzazz to the scene and contrast well with each other.

Autumn colour shows up best with a solid, dark background such as conifers and evergreen shrubs, so bear this in mind when planning.

Trees should be used carefully so that their effect is a highlight rather than just a small part of a busy planting scheme. Green is still the most important colour in the garden and should therefore be the most prevalent, so don't overdo it with bright-leafed plants or the effect will not be restful.

The ornamental cherry (Prunus sargentii) is a wonderful specimen whose young leaves are red, turning to dark green. In early autumn they become brilliant orange-red and finally a deep red. The leaves don't drop at the first hint of frost, but last longer on the tree.

A smaller tree is the Persian ironwood (Parrotia persica), which grows to eight metres and whose leaves turn to a patchwork of orange, bright red and purple-red in autumn, although it needs acid soil for good leaf colour.

Combine trees and shrubs of different hues.

The rich, deep reds and burgundies of Japanese maples such as Acer

palmatum 'Bloodgood' contrast beautifully with the yellowing leaves of silver birch, while Chinese lanterns (Physalis alkekengi) provide additional warmth with their bright orange, lantern-shaped fruits, ideally in a large shrub border in a woodland setting.

Plant perennials such as bearded irises at the front of the display for structural foliage from spring to autumn, and for flower colour earlier in the year.

If you don't have room to add more plants to your borders, select a Japanese maple in a pot for warm autumn colour. Choose a container at least 30cm in diameter and a compost comprising equal parts John Innes No 2 potting compost and a soil-less multipurpose compost. Add lots of drainage material in the base of the pot and top-dress the compost with gravel.

Ideal specimens for a pot include A palmatum dissectum 'Garnet', whose leaves open bright red and then deepen to a rich garnet colour.

This deciduous acer is very slow growing - up to 1.8m in 10 years and looks great alongside a pond or in an ornamental planter.

Acers should be grown in moist but well-drained soil. The foliage colour is best in dappled shade, although full sun can be tolerated.

Shrubs can also provide dazzling foliage tints and flowers. Look out for

Euonymus alatus, the spindle bush, which is a world away from the compact, variegated evergreen forms we use for shady gardens and winter hanging baskets. This one is deciduous, but produces spectacular autumn colour, producing a molten crimson display. It is medium-sized, fitting into most gardens.

Other good choices for autumn colour include Hebe 'Autumn Glory', which produces purple bottle-brush flowers which can last until Christmas, and the oak-leafed hydrangea (Hydrangea quercifolia), whose leaves turn purple in autumn and hang on to the plant for ages.

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Before The kitchen is the heart of every home, from the chaos of getting the children off to school, the grabbed coffee before work, preparing the Sunday roast with family and friends gathered round or maybe a quiet moment to yourself with a cup of tea.

Did you know the average UK household spend about 6 hours cooking a week? That doesn’t include eating, chats over coffee, using the kitchen table as an office and all of the other time we spend in the hub of our house. Is it any wonder that so many of us spend time dreaming of our perfect kitchen?

A new kitchen is also said to add between 2-5% to the value of your home but with new kitchens costing between £5,000 and £8,000+ at the budget end and £10,000+ for a bespoke solution, you may need to re-mortgage just to afford one. Not to mention living off take-aways for weeks, or every meal with your parents, the dust, noise and disruption of the builders.

Fortunately a new and growing trend is to avoid the mess, disruption and huge costs by having a kitchen makeover and it is not hard to understand why.

Most kitchens have already maximised the space available and all that is needed is a facelift. Replacement kitchen doors and perhaps a new sink and worktops can transform a kitchen in 1-2 days.

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After Imagine staying away for a day and arriving back to a completely tranformed kitchen. The beauty of using a professional company such as Dream Doors is that everything will be properly fitted for you and tidied up afterwards without a huge upheaval and overnight you have increased the value of your home and saved yourself £1000’s off the cost of a new kitchen, can’t be bad! Okay if you wanted the new sink and worktops it might be two nights.

The other beauty of a makeover is that you can go a little wild knowing that when trends change you can change too. So if you fancied metallic blue doors or a vibrant orange release your inner desires knowing that in 5 years you can change again without the huge cost or ripping out the entire kitchen and starting again.

If you are looking at a makeover purely to increase the value of your home for sale then pick a neutral colour and use less expensive accessories to bring the look together. The fashion is for high gloss finish and if you look around any show home at the moment there are reflective surfaces everywhere so steal their ideas and go light, bright and shiny to increase your chances of a quick sale.

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CHANGE YOUR HAIR COLOUR FOR AUTUMN

The summer is over, the kids are back to school and life is getting back to normality… but why should your hair?

Autumn is the perfect time to play with your hair colour, often our hair is left looking dry and lifeless after weeks in the sun- and by changing it now it gives great timing so that if you love it- you can keep it maintained for Christmas!... and if not, it gives you plenty of time to get it perfect.

Here Flicks & Bangs talk through some colours which are bang on trend this Autumn…

Toned down blonde: If your hair has gone too blonde over the summer, a great way to tone it down is by asking for a few subtle lowlights to be scattered through it, and a warmer gloss put through the mid-lengths of the hair- think biscuit and honey.

Rich brown with a red gloss: If you fancy taking the plunge and going darker all over, sometimes it can look a little flat, so maybe try something that has a warm tone to it which can reflect in the sunlight.

Rose gold: This really is a massive trend this seasonand it’s such an easy tone to create if you already have a light base to work with! Light copper and dusky pink colours can be added to your hair to give a rosy haze that shimmers in the light - it’s a great warm colour that transitions nice into the winter months too.

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Bronde: It’s simple - brown with blonde! If you fancy going darker but don’t want to leave summer behind completely it’s a great way to do it. Go for a deep brown base with some caramel lights put through.

We hope these give you a good idea of what colours are on trend this season and maybe give you some inspiration if you fancy a change. Flicks & Bangs offer a free consultation service in the salon every day of the week- give us a call and we can book you in. (01525 221252)

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A Travellers Tale The Incas and Machu Pichu Part II The reason for our being taken to Lake Titicaca was to see the “floating islands”. These constructions are truly mind boggling since they are made of reeds - and nothing other than reeds.

But before describing these amazing islands, let me give a few facts and figures about Lake Titicaca itself. It’s big - very big - and is roughly 120 miles long and 50 miles wide. It straddles the Peru/Bolivia border and, at 12500 feet above sea level, is the highest navigable lake in the world.

Its water is unpolluted meaning that it teems with fish and wildfowl and is also potable for humans.

There are something like 40 of these floating islands - called the Uros Islands - which are inhabited by the descendents of the Uro tribe who fled to this area centuries ago following some tribal conflict. There are vast areas of a particular variety of reed growing around the shores and the early escapees developed an ingenious way of building layer upon layer of reeds upon a reed base so as to produce a floating island - and, therefore, further refuge, protection and escape. And what is more, if something goes wrong, it is possible to row an island to another, more favourable, location! They’ve got it all sussed!

To walk on one of these islands produces a most strange sensation since, because it is floating, everywhere “bounces” and it feels almost as though one is drunk. But the dominant impression which one gets is that everything - and I do mean everything - is made from reeds : the houses, other buildings and constructions, and even their different types of boat are all made from reeds.

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Their economy is based on trading at the markets ashore where they sell fish, wildfowl and eggs in addition to a variety of fabrics which the women weave. Visiting tourists are also a source of income and a small charge is made when landing on an island but they also hope to sell examples of their highly coloured and patterned fabrics. They even offer accommodation as well!

But the other thing which is immediately noticeable is that the women are extremely fat. This, however, is regarded as something beautiful; skinny women are thought to be useless when it comes to child bearing (and cat walk models wouldn’t get a second glance!). They maintain their elephantine figures by eating loads of potatoes and also the succulent roots of the reeds themselves - both of which are high in starch. We were told that the roots taste like celery but when I tried one later, it was simply crunchy, liquidy, not unpleasant, but didn’t taste of anything at all.

We also visited another (non floating) island where the people were of a different culture and were shown their particular designs regarding shawls, cumberbunds, hats, table runners, etc. Dependant upon your particular hat or cumberbund, so it states whether you are male, female, married or single.

After Puno and Lake Titicaca, it was time for the long journey on the “Andean Explorer” train to Cusco - the “Inca capital of the Americas”. The journey took 10 hours winding its way across the Altiplano (the high plateau of the Andean region) and passing through (rather than around) the infrequent towns and small villages.

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Roughly halfway through the journey, the train made a brief stop at La Raya, the highest point reached at approximately 13500 feet. And, as with every stopping point on the entire trip, there were hordes of people trying to sell the usual trinkets and fabrics.

Generally speaking, the Altiplano scenery is rather “samey” so, in order to pass the time, we were entertained by a fashion show (with the crew as models), and a maniacal “demon” who danced about and growled at everyone. We were also served a lunch and afternoon tea but, basically, it was just admire the scenery and take in the culture. As Cusco drew nearer, however, so the scenery became more majestic as we rode alongside a tumbling river with towering mountains on either side.

But even though the train had left Puno at 8am, it was dark by the time we reached Cusco at 6.30 pm when we were driven to our comfortable hotel via the clean and tidy city centre.

Cusco is the place where one learns about the Incas and their history. To start with, they were just another of the scores of individual tribes occupying these Andean regions of South America; but over the course of centuries they gradually became the dominant tribe having conquered all others along a 2500 mile stretch of land from Quito (in present day Ecuador) to Santiago (in Chile). This sequence of conquest, of course, took considerable time and it was not until the 1400s that the Inca

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“empire” was finally established.

But, ironically, it was relatively short lived before it, in its turn, fell prey to the Spanish Conquest in 1532.

However, and during that comparatively short period of time, the Incas managed to build some outstanding and amazing constructions - such as the fortress of Machu Pichu - without the use of mortar. They had devised a way of carving massive stone blocks so that one block is fashioned to fit exactly against another stone block without there being any gap where they touch. For example, one block in Cusco shows where it had been fashioned in twelve different places so as to fit perfectly against its neighbour.

There are remnants of original Inca walls all over Cusco and a number of special buildings show off this skill to the full. We also went to the ruins of the huge former hilltop temple at Sacsayhuamen where one can only gasp in amazement at the sheer scale of the place and the massive blocks of stone used in its creation.

These people must have had a supreme skill -yet did not use mortar and, apparently, had no knowledge of the wheel or of writing. But, somehow, they also managed to

construct something like 25000 miles of roadway through this difficult terrain. Although their constructional achievements were incredible, they were also artists of the highest calibre as well and created works of art in gold, silver, and precious stones. However, when the Spanish arrived in their quest for gold and other riches, the Incas were quickly and easily overcome because they couldn’t compete with guns and artillery. And then their troubles really started as they were ruthlessly suppressed by their disease ridden and very cruel masters.

In addition to Inca relics, we were also taken to the cathedral and one or two other buildings of significance. The cathedral was extremely ornate and was absolutely dripping with gilt, and when I asked how is it possible to square such obvious opulence and wealth inside with the grinding poverty outside, I was told that “if I had faith, I wouldn’t ask questions like that”. So I remain unconvinced.

But the final aspects of the trip were fast approaching so it was now time to visit the “Sacred Valley of the Incas” and to experience the amazing citidel of Machu Pichu itself.

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It’s a car that was last refettled in 2011 and its sales have risen every year since, mirroring the rise in popularity of the compact crossover in general.

More and more are hankering after a car that looks like a big SUV but is more compact in size so actually isn’t.

This one is the classy option.

Built on the VW Group’s multipurpose MQB platform that is being used for a growing number of cars from their stables, the new second generation model is lower, wider and longer than before and therefore has an altogether more dynamic and even sexier look than was once the case.

It’s the start of a VW SUV offensive that will see more product arrive in the next few years.

In Tiguan there are five trim levels to pick from and there’s a broad engine choice which will total seven before long, ranging from 115ps to 240ps.

The 2.0 TDI 150 with 4MOTION in SE Navigation trim is expected to be the best seller here in the UK. And for the internet generation of car buyers, it also has a mind boggling array of apps available via its onboard communica-

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All the bases have been touched and ticked – safety, styling, space, technology, engineering, performance and economy – so the perceived improvement is not just visual.

4MOTION Active Control is also available in a range that starts at £22,510 (1.4 TSI 2wd S spec) and tops out with the R-Line 2.0 TDI 4MOTION auto at £36,375.

The 4MOTION sampled on the UK launch felt very reassuring on the road, and so it should with those MQB underpinnings already having been honed on cars like the Golf and the Passat.

It’s a given that it has predictable handling and while firm, it copes well with your British Standard Pothole without causing too much grief for those inside. It’s fair to say it’s confidence inspiring behind the wheel.

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There’s more room inside than before as well so less need to squeeze people in.

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This brand-new production features many of the songs from the classic album, performed just the way they were back in 1966.

Stephen is famed for performing classic hits Fly Me to the Moon, Mack the Knife, New York, New York, My Way, That’s Life, Under My Skin and Lady is a Tramp with all Frank’s laid back charm. Authenticity can be assured: star of the show, Stephen Triffitt, has himself enjoyed three seasons at Las Vegas’ Sands Casino portraying Frank and he created the role of Ol’ Blue Eyes in the original West End production of The Rat Pack Live from Las Vegas.

Show producer, Michael Taylor, says “There’s no better Sinatra! Stephen Triffitt has sold out the London Palladium twice and the Royal Festival Hall with solo concert shows. In Frankly Sinatra he skilfully dips in and out of character to tell the fascinating tale of the greatest vocalist and most charismatic performer of our time.”

The critics agree. The London Evening Standard describes Stephen’s resemblance to Sinatra as ”unsettlingly perfect”.

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Children's Workshop: Spooky Tales and Creepy Crafts Thu 27th October 10:00am - 11:30am & 1:00pm - 2:30pm £4 per child (with adult participation strongly encouraged!)

Nature Tots Tue 18th October - 10:00am - 11:30am - £5 Thurs 20th October 10:00am - 11:30am & 1pm - 2.30pm - £5 Join us at College Lake with your pre-school little ones for seasonal nature discovery, games, craft, fun and exploration. Booking essential. Nature Tots is suitable for pre-school children. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Remember to dress for the outdoors.

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Children workshop - Hoo's For Dinner Tue 25th October 10:00am - 11:00am & 1:00pm - 2:00pm - £4 Become a detective with a difference! Our Warden would like to know what the owls at College Lake have been eating for their tea, can you help him?

Join the education team to help dissect our owl's pellets... you'll be amazed at what's inside this little parcel!

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Enjoy a Halloween tale with a difference as you use your senses to experience some strange woodland goings-on. Follow a mysterious trail, and get stuck into some mysterious crafts.

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Clubs & Groups BEDFORDSHIRE NATURAL HISTORY SOCIETY www.bnhs.org.uk TUESDAY 18th OCTOBER, MAULDEN 8pm Talk “Surviving Antarctic Extremes”

by Lloyd Peck, Science Leader at the British Antarctic Survey. The talk will be about Antarctica’s extreme environment. Professor Peck will then talk about how we as humans survive in this environment, the clothing needed to work at low temperatures and how animal life copes in these conditions. There will be a practical demonstration for which a charge of up to £2 per person will be made.

Indication of numbers would be helpful but not essential. S. Brooke 01525873396 At Maulden Village Hall MK45 2DP. SATURDAY 29th OCTOBER SANDY 10am Walk at the Lodge, RSPB headquarters for a fungal foray joint with the RSPB and the Herts and Beds Fungi Group. Family friendly. Bring lunch if you wish to stay. Meet at the gatehouse car park. SG19 2DL Leader: Alan Outen MONDAY 14th NOVEMBER, LINSLADE 11am Visit Linslade Water Recycling Education Centre. Water is essential for life and a finite resource. Find out how used water is recycled for the benefit of us all and sustainability of the environment. Everyone must wear trousers & wellies or stout shoes. Meet at the site in Globe Lane, Leighton Buzzard,SP913262, LU7 2TA. Leader: Julia Powell.

TUESDAY 15th NOVEMBER, MAULDEN 8pm Talk “Alien Species: the Good, the Bad and the Ugly” by DrHelen Roy, Principal Scientist, Biological Records Centre. The number of new species arriving in the UK & Europe

is increasing rapidly with more than 2000 established non-native species in the UK and about 15% of these pose a threat. This is an overview of invasion biology and highlights the invaluable contributions of the volunteer recording community.

CURTAIN CALL THEATRE GROUP & YOUTH THEATRE Youth theatre open to children aged 5 - 16 Mondays 5pm - 7.30pm Eaton Bray Village Hall. Acting, Singing, Dance, Fun & Games!

Adult group (16+) Mondays 8pm 10pm Eaton Bray Village Hall. New members always welcome wheather on or off stage.

Call Gavyn 01525 220525 www.curtaincalltheatregroup.co.uk WEDNESDAY CLUB at NORTHALL VILLAGE HALL Are you or do you know of an elderly person in the Northall, Dagnall, Edlesborough, Eaton Bray or surrounding villages who might benefit from a social day out once a week? Why not come along to the Wednesday Club from 10.00am to 3.00pm. Our own minibus can pick you up, morning coffee and biscuits, home cooked lunch with pudding, afternoon tea and cakes. Play games and bingo, sale table, entertainment by visitors and outside club visits.

Join in as much or as little as you like, make new friends, very friendly atmosphere. Only £9.00 per week including transport.

Contact Anna on 07854 230243, please leave a message if no answer.

BEDFORDSHIRE GUILD OF WEAVERS, SPINNERS & DYERS. A friendly group of textile crafts people who meet in Flitwick Village Hall twice a month.

First Tuesday evening of each month 7.30 - 9-30 and Third Saturday, all day, 10.30 to 4.30.

We welcome visitors interested in see-

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ing what we do, so please pay a visit to our website www.bedsguildwsd.blogspot.co.uk BEECROFT CRAFT & CHAT Beecroft Community Centre Westfield Road Dunstable We meet on the 1st Wednesday of every month between 10.00 a.m. and 3.00 p.m on a “drop in/drop out” basis.

We meet to have a cuppa, chat and craft together in a friendly, welcoming atmosphere.

Our many experienced crafters offer mini workshops on a variety of crafts and are always on hand to advise and help with any crafting problems you may have.

ALL CRAFTS WELCOME If you are bored, or don’t/can’t craft, why not come and try something new with us.

The first session is FREE Annual subscription £5.00 Session Fee: £3.00 For more info; contact Dorothy on 01582 606812 or check out Beecroft Craft & Chat on Facebook DUNSTABLE WI Dunstable W.I. meet two evenings a month on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays at Watling School Bullpond Lane at 7.30pm. We are a friendly group and like to enjoy ourselves.

We have a wide range of speakers with different talents and crafts, and also quiz nights to test our brains.

We Welcome new members so join us and make new friends. For more information telephone Barbara Fisher on 01582 665252 13th Oct - Paper Design - Wendy Palmer 27th Oct - Film Night 10th Nov- Bee Keeping - Ann Closs 24th Nov - Raffle plus Air Ambulance 8th Dec - Xmas Dinner

October/November 2016 NATIONAL TRUST All meetings are held at Salvation Army Centre, Dunstable. Guests are welcome at £3.00 As well as outing we also run a holiday once per year. If you would like to join the group, please contact, Lynder Power 01582 696193 or Janr Lingham 01582 606838 DUNSTABLE PROBUS CLUB Dunstable PROBUS Club meets on the second Monday of the month and membership is open to retired or semi-retired professional and business men. The Club’s main object is the promotion of good fellowship. Members enjoy a variety of social activities and organized visits throughout the year and at their regular monthly meetings they are entertained by after-lunch speakers.

If you are interested in joining the Club, please contact the Secretary, Philip Savage on 01582 662462.

services at 10.30am. Please contact 01582 602980 langdalechurch@talktalk.net BREAKOUT SOCIAL CLUB We are a friendly club for the over 45’s, not a singles club but a social club aimed at single people who enjoy going out but are on their own and wish to meet likeminded people , we have a varied monthly programme which includes quiz nights, disco’s, Pub lunches, walks, ten pin bowling ,days out, mini breaks and much more We meet weekly at the Conservative Club Dunstable in the front bar. please call Sandy on 07813262556

in touch via the website, give us a ring or just turn up to an event or walk.

01582 865966 Sue or Julian Enquiries@dunstablebogtrotters.co.uk www.dunstablebogtrotters.co.uk DUNSTABLE CAMERA CLUB Dunstable Camera Club, meet 2nd Tuesday of the month, 7.15pm, Conservative Club, High St. Dunstable.

Friendly atmosphere. Improve your photography in a social environment. www.dunstablecameraclub.co.uk

BREATHEASY Do you suffer from a lung condition?

Then why not come and join our local Support group - breatheasy - Part of the British lung foundation. We meet NORTHALL TODDLER GROUP on the 2nd Thursday of the month at Northall Village Hall, LU6 2EX peter newton pavilion (Behind Tesco) Join new mums, dads, grandparents 2 - 4pm carers also welcome As well and carers.Every Tuesday 9:30 – as supporting each other we have a 11:30am (including school holidays) variety of speakers and also arrange For children aged 0-5 years. day trips out.

Tea, coffee, juices and healthy snack. New members most welcome FRIENDS OF STUDHAM COMMON Come join in the fun, games and Tel: Amanda Fletcher 01582 404479 We are a friendly,voluntary group learning (inside and out) whose aim is to conserve,maintain £2.50 during term time (per family) SAPHIRE SOCIAL CLUB and promote Studham Common as £1 per child during school holidays We meet every Thursday at The Ora haven for wildlife and a place for (Adults free & older children welcome) ange Tree Stevenage Rd Hitchin from everyone to enjoy. For this purpose Tel. Stacey 07957 607592 or Sally 8.30pm. A small and friendly group we meet as a work party on the third 07963 506188 for single people aged 50+. We offer Saturday of each month (except a variety of social events during the Dec.) The work is not onerous and ARTS & CRAFTS month and the opportunity to make we enjoy the exercise and the good Art & Craft for adults with learning new friends. Potential new members company –and a picnic lunch is difficulties every Wednesday are warmly welcome to come along provided!

10.30am - 12.30pm & every Sat 11am and meet us with no joining fee for 2 Details from Pam on 01582 872608 - 1pm at Arttrend, rear of 440 Dunmonths. For further info call/text Ian pamrumfitt@btinternet.com stable Road.Please see the website 07900 890583 www.arttrend.co.uk for all the details or Joyce 07952 678021 LANGDALE CHURCH or phone 07794987796 www.sapphiresocialsinglesclub.co.uk Langdale church communities: Art group every week, Friends and THE BOGTROTTERS PRAM SERVICE AT THE PRIORY Neighbours open to everyone The Bogtrotters (Dunstable and District For babies and little children at 2pm, speaker and refreshments every sec- Walking and Hostelling Group) are every first Tuesday of the month. ond Thursday, Toddler group every a group of about 90 walkers, hikers The next one is on October 4th.

Wednesday term time only, Saturday and hostellers. We run a surprisingly Do come and join in with the story, coffee morning second Saturday eve- diverse range of activities, including songs, percussion and an easy craft ry month, Carers drop in 1st Thursday half and full day walks, hostelling activity. every month. Neighbourhood chap- trips, meals and evening activities.

Contact Penny Garrod 01582 lains befriending and support in the New members are always welcome.

663384 for further information. local community. Sunday morning Prospective members are invited to get

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Clubs & Groups DUNSTABLE DAOS Tuesdays and Fridays, 7:45pm 10:00pm We are Dunstable's premier Musical Theatre group. We perform out major shows, once a year, at The Grove Theatre in Dunstable along with concerts, small shows and so on. Find our Facebook Group or Facebook page for more details.

Email: daosuk@gmail.com STUDHAM W.I. We are a very friendly WI meeting on the first Thursday of the month, 7.45pm at Studham Village Hall.

Our programme is full and varied: October, (Ladies only), Chris Bylett, one of the top 10 ventriloquists in the country - “The man who is paid to talk to himself”, and November, (Open meeting - both sexes) Chris Hazell, local composer/arranger who has won several Grammy awards - “Just for the Record”.

We have “Ladies Wot Lunch” and “Ladies Who Dine” as well as a Darts Team and take part in many County trips and events.

Cost for visitors if £3.50 which includes refreshment. There is a Raffle at every meeting and a “Bring and Buy” at Open meetings. Why not look at our facebook page to see what we have been doing recently.

We would be delighted to see you and are sure that you will have an enjoyable evening.

DUNSTABLE BAPTIST CHURCH St Mary’s Gate (Middle of Ashton Square Car Park) Our Friends and Neighbours meetings are open to everyone on the second and fourth Thursdays of the month. The following have been arranged for October and November 13th October 2.30pm Male Voice Gospel Choir, followed by Tea 27th October 2.30pm Informal devotional time with speaker John Coles, followed by tea and biscuits 10th November 2.30pm Denise

Chennells “Once a Teacher . . . always a Teacher”, followed by Tea 24th November 2.30pm Informal devotional time with speaker David Chapman, followed by tea and biscuits For more information contact David tel: 01582 872106 DUNSTABLE GARDEN CLUB “Members & friends have enjoyed several garden visits during the summer including Hampton Court Flower Show. The last one of the season was on 8th September to Wakehurst Place, Sussex with its lovely gardens and home to the Millennium Seed Bank of international importance. Our winter programme started on 12th September.

10th October AGM & Plant exchange - Kate Gardner will talk about her garden ‘Dragon’s Glen’, Clophill which has been featured on ‘Gardener’s World’ 14th November - Andy Howard of Heritage Fruit Co. will talk about ‘Apples throughout the Seasons’.

All meetings are held in the Salvation Army Hall, Dunstable (near Wilkinson’s car park) at 7.30 pm.

Members are welcome £2 and the annual sub is £10. Further information from Mary Chapman 01582 603710 LIPREADING CLASS: DUNSTABLE Did you know that one in six people in this country have some kind of hearing problem?

Hearing loss can affect anyone of any age. Hearing aids have improved enormously, they use all the advances in modern technology, but even the best aids don’t cure hearing loss. It is still a problem to hear in noisy social or work environments, but all is not lost.

Research has shown that joining a lipreading class helps to avoid the damaging social isolation that can accompany hearing loss. Lipreading classes teach you to let your eyes

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help your ears fill in the things you miss. They are small friendly classes, and as well as learning lipreading we cover, how hearing works and the things that can go wrong, equipment and organisations that can help, strategies to cope in various situations, and much more, oh, and we laugh a lot!

My name is Molly Berry, and I am profoundly deaf, I started losing my hearing when I was in my thirties, and 7 years ago I was given a Cochlear Implant. It was very successful, and so I decided to retrain as a lipreading tutor to pass on the skills I relied on. I teach in Beds. Bucks and Herts, and there is now a class in Dunstable on a Wednesday afternoon. For more information about this and other classes or to join a class, call or text me on 07741 095921 or email me at mb.lipreading@gmail.com CHEDDINGTON BOWLS CLUB Your Local Bowls Club are Champions

Having been runners up in the League and knocked out Chalfont St Peters and Burnham on the way to the final, Cheddington Bowls Club’s men had a convincing win over Amersham, 85 - 62, in the Buckinghamshire Plate Final.

Captain Dave Finch received the trophy and the championship flag from the BBA president Chris Cole, after the two teams and their supporters had enjoyed a few drinks and a celebration lunch.

This was the first time Cheddington Bowls Club had reached the final, so the win is something special.

The team was drawn from bowlers from Linslade, Leighton Buzzard, Tring, Dunstable as well as from the villages around Cheddington.

If you want to Give Bowls A Go, contact Tony on 01525 220644 the club is not just a summer season club, for the club has an all year round calendar.

October/November 2016

Bedfordshire Day

Promoting and celebrating the historic and ceremonial county of Bedfordshire Taking pride in everything from the major towns to the smallest villages

Monday 28th November Priory House, Dunstable LU6 3RZ

Dunstable Downs by George Sidney Shepherd, 1813 © Trustees of the British Museum

10.00am–10.30am: Discovering Dunstable’s Jacobean Wallpaintings An informal look at this national treasure by Sue Turner (free entry) 10.45am–11.30am: ‘The Medieval Priory, Physic Garden and Gatehouse’ A talk by Tony Woodhouse (free entry) 11.45am–12.00pm: Walk through Priory Gardens to look at Physic Garden & Gates Mary Chapman and Sarah Woodruff will be on hand to answer questions 12.00pm–1.00pm: Guided tour of Priory Church Conducted by Hugh Garrod (free entry) 1.00pm–2.30pm: Lunch is available in Priory House Tearoom 2.30pm–4.00pm: ‘John Bunyan – His Life and Times’ A talk by Vivienne Evans MBE - £5 entry (refreshments included) To make a booking for any of the above please contact Priory House prioryhouse@dunstable.gov.uk or 01582 891420

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Out & About CHILTERN GATEWAY Dunstable Road, LU6 2GY

mobility. Hot drinks, soup and a light snack menu will be available to purchase from our catering van

Broomstick making 29 October 2016 Hourly from 11am - 2pm £7.50 booking required.

Get ready for Hallowe'en by making your very own broomstick! Get your broomstick license and race your 'stick across the Downs. £7.50 each, booking required. Please book early to avoid disappointment.

Scrub Clearence and early evening bonfire 5th November 12 noon - 5pm Come and help us clear the scrub at Dunstable Downs.

After a hard days work join us around the bonfire.

Open activity for everyone. All ages and abilities welcome. Please come and help us to clear the unwanted scrub from the Downs. Then join us in making a bonfire.

After all its the 5th of November.

Children welcome but must be acompanied by adults.

Halloween Professor Sundons Time Travelling Expedition 30th & 31st October 5pm - 7pm £8 Join Professor Sundon as he leads a group of child explorers into the dark and dangerous past of Dunstable Downs.

Are you ready for a time travelling adventure by stepping through the secret Gateway portal?

With Professor Sundon you shall venture back in time.

Into the the darkness of the past you will travel.

Event restricted to over 7s. Not suitable for wheelchairs/prams or those with restricted

Stargazing Night at Dunstable Downs 12th & 19th November 7pm - 9.30pm Adult £10 Child £7.50 (family discount tickets available) Call 0844 249 1895 Discover the wonders of our Universe at Dunstable Downs this November with an experienced astronomer as your guide. Our astronomers will have telescopes set up to provide detailed views of the night sky as you've never seen it before.

The View Café will be open, selling hot drinks, cakes and light bites. The event will be run indoors if the weather is overcast or wet.

PARTY IN THE MARKET The Dunstable joint commitee has funded a series of activities and events that are taking place once a month on a Saturday, on Dunstable market in the Methodist Church Hall on the Square.

If you haven't managed to get down to The Square, don't worry the events will be taking place on the first Saturday until the end of the year. Theme for the rest of the programme are as follows

1st Ocober - Food & Drink Theme 5th November - Pre-Christmas Theme 5th December - Christmas Theme Activities include, new stalls, children entertainers, refreshments and more. The events take place between 10am and 3pm in The Ashton Square area.

THE BIG BAND at Christmas - with the unique Five Star Swing Big Band show – As featured at London’s Leicester Square Theatre and BBC “Children in Need” Swing a-long to the Library Theatre, Leighton Buzzard on Tuesday 29th November for all your favourite Christmas songs with the dynamic Big Band treatment from Glenn Miller, Sinatra, Basie, Nat King Cole - jazzing up those Jingle Bells! “Superb - they swing like crazy!” says Sheila Tracy, BBC. As seen at Dame Vera Lynn’s Charity Ball & Blackpool Tower Ballroom Poppy Appeal - “Swing and Song of the highest order” – Telegraph. Featuring Simone from the Ivy Benson Orchestra, and Chris Smith (Jnr) composer and arranger for the BBC Radio Big Band, Herb Miller Big Band (Glenn’s brother), plus Tony Bennett’s trombonist – Box Office 0300 300 8125. www.leightonbuzzardlibrarytheatre.co.uk

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Dunstable Fireworks Display Friday 4th November Creasey Park ,Dunstable 7pm The 2016 firework display will explode with a host of new and exciting changes to our display at Creasey Park. It is definitely one not to be missed.

Remember, remember the 4th November this year, as we launch with a new firing time of 7pm, gates open earlier at 5pm. Come down and support your local firework display and watch a fantastic 20 minute spectacular choreographed to music.

Meet a Minion Make sure you don't miss our Minion walking around for photos. Also on site there will be a funfair to enjoy, food stalls, glow products and face painting.

Beat the queues and buy your tickets online at www.dunstable.gov.uk/events Family ticket (2+2) £10 Adults £4 Children age 5 - 16 £2 Under 5yrs free/Concessions £2

CREASEY PARK HALLOWEEN PARTY

29th October 8pm - late Creasey Park Drive, Dunstable, LU6 1BB Spooky fun for all the family!

Don’t be too scared to come along and join all the fun and games.

Food and refresments will be available.

Halloween Ghost Walks Priory House Tel: 01582 891420 31st October 5pm Family ghost walk in costume and suitable for children over 8 years accompanied by adults 6.30pm & 8pm Final ghost walk of the year 30th December 7.30pm.

All ghost walks start at Priory House car park. On winter walks a torch and warm clothes are recommended. The ghost walk routes are unsuitable for wheelchairs.

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Out & About TEA TIME TALES

6th October

AT PRIORY HOUSE

Talks of local and national interest Join us on alternate Thursday afternoons between 2.30 pm and 4.00 pm for talks of local and national interest with a cup of tea or coffee and a homemade cake.

Tickets are £4.75 each and we strongly recommend purchasing your tickets in advance as they often sell out before the day. Tickets can be purchased over the phone using a debit/credit card. For more information or to book tickets please contact Priory House on 01582 891420

Following the Family of Himalayan Kingdoms Joan Schneider

20th October

WWI Communications - Bryony Norburn

3rd November

Churchyards, Cemeteries and The Victorians - Black Feathers to Black Underwear. - Kevin Varty

1st December

The Bridgewater and Brownlow Families of Ashridge. Ben Byfield

Christmas Charity Concert In Dunstable Saturday 22nd October 10.30am - 5pm.

Village Hall, Sundon Road, Harlington Come and support our talented local artists & craftspeople. Items on display or for sale include: Canal Craft, Jewellery, Wood Turning, Photography, Greetings Cards, Paintings, Drawings, Needlecraft, Stone Craft & much more.

Guest Artist Mary Wilson.

Entry 50p. Children under 12 free.

Harlington Society of Art & Craft.

01525 753715

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Vauxhall Male Voice Choir in conjunction with the Luton Concert Orchestra and Dunstable Priory Girl's Choir invite you to their Grand Christmas Concert to be held in Saint Mary's Roman Catholic Church, West Street, Dunstable on Saturday, 17th December 2016. Doors open 7.15pm for a 7.45pm start. As for the past 10 years this popular familyorientated event promises to fully capture the Christmas atmosphere with plenty of opportunity to both listen and join in and sing.

Stuart Williams, VMVC Chairman, said, "If you can, do come along and help us make this evening complete". Tickets cost £8 for adults, children £2 and are available from 01525 753110 & 01525 841077 or on the door. Proceeds from the event will be donated to the Level Trust (Charity Number 1153936 )

October/November 2016

For more information and/or to book contact info@greensandtrust.org call 01525 234260 or call into Rushmere Visitor Centre.

Linslade Road, Heath and Reach. LU7 Friday 20th may 2016 8.00pm till late Tuesday 11 October | 11.30am - Free

Fascinating Fungi - a Tree Top talk by Tony Harding Have you ever wondered about those strange things grow-

ing in the woods?

Alison Carter Most of us know very little about these fascinating growths – come and join Tony to increase your understanding of Vintage lounge smooth classics this neglected but absorbing wonder of the natural world. at sunset Tree Top talks are free of charge - donations welcome Email Local singer from Leighton buzzard.

Come and Fascinating Fungi enjoy the Friday 25 November – doors open 7pm a Tree Top talk by Tony Harding evening with Alison Tree Top talks are free of charge - we Have you ever wondered about those welcome donations which help us to strange things growing in the woods? at sunset. conserve habitats and species, making our green spaces more accessible for all. of us know very little about these FullMost menu fascinating growths – come and join Tony to or just increase your understanding of this neglected Email visitorservices@greensandtrust.org for but absorbing wonder of the natural world. information - to book call 01525 234260. drinks available on the night

visitorservices@greensandtrust.org for information - to book call 01525 234260.

1940s music from Fiona Harrison Come and join us for an evening of fabulous fun music from the 1940s with local “voice in a million” Fiona Harrison – vintage singer, entertainer and costume artist.

Fish and chips will be served from 7.30pm with the music starting at 8.15pm. Full bar available all evening.

To book call Hayleigh on 01525 234260.

Tickets -£20 (includes fish & chips, entertainment & parking)

Tickets – buy them at Rushmere Country Park or ring Hayleigh on 01525 234260,

1940s14music from7.30pm Fiona Harrison Friday October,  Entrance by pre-booked ticket only.

Come and join us for an evening of fabulous fun music from the 1940s with local “voice in An evening ofupkeep beautiful classical music All proceeds go towards the of Rushmere Country Park  To book call Hayleigh on 01525 234260. a million” Fiona Harrison – vintage singer, £15.00 per person , this includes a free welcome drink .

entertainer and costume artist.

Join us for a special event in the beautiful setting of  Tickets cost £20 per person which includes the fish and chip dinner, entertainment and Fish and chips will be served from 7.30pm the Topsat 8.15pm.

Café. car parking. with theTree music starting Soprano Jacobs and All pianist Sophia Russell will proceeds from the evening will be Full bar availableIlana all evening. reinvested into Rushmere Country Park. be joined by special guest international violinist Orpheus Papafilippou.

They’ll perform music by Puccini, R Strauss, Leoncavallo, Mascagni, Mozart, Korngold and more.

Tickets £15 (includes glass of wine and parking). email: Hayleigh.smith1@greensandtrust.org. or Tel: 01525 234260

Tuesday 8 November 11.30am - Free A History of Linslade Wood – a Tree Top Talk by Dave Booth Join Site Warden Dave for little known fascinating facts about Linslade Wood - an area of ancient woodland known locally as Bluebell Wood – and the history contained within its boughs and branches including swineherds, a bronze age dagger and prisoners of war.

Tree Top talks are free - donations welcome.

Email visitorservices@greensandtrust.org for information or to book call 01525 234260.

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Out & About Join professional dog trainer Tom, founder of Unique Pets Training, for a fun, practical training session with your dog.

Amongst other things Tom will guide us through some recall exercises and socialisation techniques.

There will the opportunity to find out more about unique pets, to purchase light up collars and to receive Blow’s Downs updates.

Saturday 5th November 2pm—3.30pm

If you would like to help local wildlife whilst being active in the outdoors but are unsure if practical conservation volunteering is for you, why not come along to one of our friendly taster mornings? Try a light task, have a cuppa and chat with one of our Reserves Officers.

We are holding lots of Taster Mornings on a number of our sites from October through to December.

It would be great to see you!

Only £2.50 per dog - booking essential

Houghton Regis Chalk Pit - Saturday 8th and Wednesday 12th October Meeting at Fieldstone, off Lake View (LU5 5GJ) at 10am

The Paddocks, Blow’s Downs accessed via Half Moon Lane, LU5 4AE

Galley and Warden Hills - Saturday 15th October and Wednesday 30th November - Meeting at Links Way/Warden Hill Road Car Park (LU2 7AE) at 10am Totternhoe Knolls Reserve - Saturday 12th and Wednesday 23rd November - Meeting at the end of Knolls View (LU6 2BT) at 10am Blow’s Downs Reserve - Sunday 27th November and Thursday 1st December - Meeting at Skimpot/Hatters Way roundabout (parking on Kiln Way or Skimpot Lane) LU4 4GY at 10am

For more information & to book please contact Sarah Cowling on 01525 874317 or email sarah.cowling @wildlifebcn.org

For more information and to book please contact Education and Community Officer Sarah Cowling on 01525 874317 or sarah.cowling@wildlifebcn.org

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October/November 2016 Luton & Dunstable

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Osteoporosis Support Group

celebrate

Have you been diagnosed with osteoporosis?

Would you like to find out more about it?

Get the latest information on:

Wednesday 2nd November 2016 Time:

10 - 12.30 pm

Venue:

Incuba 1 Brewers Hill Road, Dunstable LU6 1AA

CARITAS CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR

Information & Charity stands, Christmas cards & raffle.

A number of disabled spaces will be made available, please contact us to book a space.

11 DECEMBER 6PM. St Mary's R.C. Church, West St, Dunstable LU6 1NY. Christmas Concert by award-winning Caritas Harmony with songs by Hadrian Academy Children's Choir. Refreshments available from 5pm

For further information email: Deborah.nos@btinternet.com

Speaker : Dr Chanda Consultant from the Luton and Dunstable University Hospital

National Osteoporosis Society Camerton, Bath BA2 0PJ Tel: 01761 471771 / 0845 130 3076 Fax: 01761 471104 Helpline: 01761 472721 / 0845 450 0230 Email: info@nos.org.uk Website: www.nos.org.uk

ALL WELCOME

Tickets £8 under 12s free. For on-line tickets and more information visit www.caritasharmony.co.uk or call Jackie Howe 01582 599520. All welcome!

National Osteoporosis Society is a registered charity no. 1102712 in England & Wales and no. SC039755 in Scotland Registered as a company limited by guarantee in England & Wales no. 4995013

Organised in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support, registered charity in England and Wales (261017), Scotland (SC039907) and the Isle of Man (604). Also operating in Northern Ireland.

Singing for Change

Saturday 22 October 2016

Join us for an evening of wonderful choral performances by Caritas Harmony in support of the Luton-based children’s charity, Level Trust.

Level Trust exists to remove the barriers that poverty brings to a child’s education. They work in partnership with schools and families to ensure that Luton’s children have what they need to do well at school.

The concert will start at 6.45pm, and will include performances by Bushmead Primary School’s Choir. It will be held at St Mary’s Church, Luton, LU1 3JF. Tickets will be £8 and under 12s can attend for free.

To buy your ticket, please call Level Trust on 01582 797 347 or book online at www.caritasharmony.co.uk Level Trust is a registered charity number 1153936 admin@leveltrust.org www.leveltrust.org

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