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elcome to 2017! We hope you have had a peaceful and relaxing Christmas, and are looking forward to the excitement of the year ahead.

January has traditionally been associated with fresh starts and new beginnings. Even the name of the month is suggestive of this: “January” comes from the Latin ‘ianuarius’, meaning ‘door’. The new year is welcomed in across the world with firework displays, champagne and song. British traditions for the 1st January include First Footing – a Scottish tradition invoking good luck for the forthcoming year – and a Welsh tradition of gift-giving, called Calennig. January is the first month of the year in both the Julian and Gregorian calendars, with New Year’s Day celebrated on 14th January by those using the older calendar. In modern culture, the physical change of the new year has become associated with encouraging positive change within oneself, whether it be a commitment to boosting physical health or to improving one’s general character. January is a perfect time to commit to self-improvement, after the excesses of Christmas and with the thrill of a new year to look forward to. Inspire yourself by visiting a local gym or taking up a new class, or treat yourself after Christmas to a relaxing massage. Many such businesses can be found in our directory – why not try them? Whatever your plans for the year ahead, we wish you every success and a prosperous 2017. If you have any views or feedback on The Local Directory publications please do contact us - email us at info@ localdirectoryltd.co.uk, many thanks for reading. Bu

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the woods. Near the top you will see a square arch From the Judo Club car park 1 follow the perimeter beyond which are three Buddhist stupas with prayer of theRoute Recreation Ground. At the bottom follow flags and a seat. Go through the rustic gate to view the path through a gap in the hedge and turn left these. along the vehicle track. The pathonfollows the edge Lane for c600m, going past a footpath the through the kissing gate. Ignore the path 9. Cross the road and turn right, passing in front left on a sharp right-hand bend. joining from the left and continue down, then of the Polecat Inn. Take the footpath on the of Booker Common and passes ‘The Live and Let 2. As the lane nears the top of the hill, turn right up the hill to a kissing gate. Go through it and left at the end of the Polecat car park. Head into Longfi eld Wood. Follow the white arrows at the path junction continue straight ahead gravel to theon paddock beyond and and the continue to Old House Live’ pub. Keep following the road, walk past Booker Return to the path across on the trees through the Wood, staying on between two fences to a road. through the kissing gate in the far right-hand 4 Farm 4 turn left at the sign post (which may be CommontheMemorial Hall. After about 50 yards you main path for c1,500m until it meets a 6. Cross the road and follow the lane to Copes corner. Then follow the telegraph poles down and wire stock fence on the left. At the end of the drive go between the the hill, heading to the far left corner of the will findtall a wood footpath on the right between Farm. houses. hidden behind vegetation) and down the valley Continue along this fence line until it meets a brick pillars and take the path to the rightfield. Go through the kissing gate onto Perks driveway and the brick gateposts of a large hand side of the gate. Follow this path over Lane. Turn rightcan and head hill back that towards the motorway; you seedown thethetunnel Follow the path, through a gate and across a horse house. Follow the driveway until it reaches a stile and through a kissing gate, continuing to the nature reserve car park. you are heading for. Go right, through the tunnel, field, with the hedge on your right to the end of Hatches Lane. with the fence line on the left over a further 3. At the lane turn right and after c50m take two stiles. Once in the woods, head straight Points of Interest and turn left on exit up a slope past ASDA and the field. Go through a gate and turn left along the the footpath on the left. Follow it uphill, to up the hill with the fence on the left, ignoring Prestwood: The name has Anglo-Saxon origins the leftto sidethe of the copse. At thecrossing brow of the the road other paths, to the nextafter road. a few yardsand turn right alongIt was theformed sideas of road, down junction, which means priest-wood. an the hill, continue in the same direction and look 7. Cross the road and then turn left on the Ecclesiastical District in 1849 from parts of store until to a road. Turn right along a will takeforyou the fiover eld gatethe in themotorway. hedge line ahead. pavement. Continue past Hare Lane on you come Great Missenden, Hughenden and Hampden. Continue through this gate into the next field, the right and after 200m turn right into Major industries wereonto based on agricultureLane. and footpath which leads you out Holmer heading for the far right corner. Go through Shepherds Gate. The footpath starts from the furniture making. This part of the Chilterns was Keep along thisgate road, atright High Heavens Household the kissing and turn towards the left-hand side of the driveway straight ahead. famous for its cherry orchards and in the 19th lane. Once on the lane turn left. Go through the kissing gate and follow the century Londoners took day trips see the Turn left and up the road, crossing thetoentrance to Waste4.and Recycling Centre cross (with care) to At the end of Pipers Lane head directly across path into a field. At the path fork take the spring blossom. the road junction and through the footpath left path diagonally crossing the fi eld. At the ‘John Lewis’ and cross the road at shop, thenursery blue and ‘Bike and your left and on the bend you will see a bridleway Peterley Manor Farm: Farm gate behind the Cockpit Road sign. Follow track turn right on the bridleway. Continue to pick your own. on the left 2 ,across going the the hedgerowa alongside Walker’ the path the fibehind eld and through kissing gate on the left, go throughsign. it and Follow the path past houses on your hedge line. In the next field, with the hedge follow the perimeter of the field and wood for Lodgeover saw the the advert road, asking forthere volunteersis to a left. Keep ahead,Helen cross the road.on Follow this bridleway coming outc400m. between the right, continue to the footpath marker Then take the gate on the left into design walks for the Chiltern Society via Hughenden Valley While researching post in Continue the corner. Here, cut straight woods. At the first path junction turn right to Zebra crossing theResidents’ right,Association. and take the path down large fields. along theacross bridlewaythe which potential routes, it was a pleasant surprise to find the corner of the field towards the gap in to meet a road. footpaths she had not previously walked. She hopes side Dental Practice. Keep ahead descends small theinto hedge a line. Do not valley. go throughIgnore the gap, the8.bridleway Cross the road into the the woods. Followof theThe Cressex that this route has managed to capture some of the instead turn left and follow the edge of the bridleway waymarks and keep to the leftstunning views in the area round Prestwood Nature 3 and you will soon return to your starting place. on your firight 3 and go left up the slope towards Reserve. eld with the hedge on the right. hand edge of the woods for 250m. Just Map: Glyn Kuhn

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The Chiltern Society is a local charity with 6,800 members. It is one of the largest environmental groups in England directly associated with the conservation of some of the country's finest protected landscapes. The objective of the charity is to care for the Chilterns, to encourage people to explore this beautiful landscape and to conserve it for future generations. It has over 400 active volunteers who protect the Chilterns' heritage landscapes, buildings and rivers, maintain Chiltern footpaths and bridleways, publish footpath maps, lead walks, cycle rides and photographic trips, and do conservation work on ponds , commons and woodland. For details of the charity’s work and its programme of walks, cycle rides and conservation groups open to all www.chilternsociety.org 01494 771250

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New Year, New Tech, New You

Te c h n o l o g y

The gadgets that can help you reach your New Year goals

It’s that time of year again: gym owners rub their hands together in glee as the entire world makes New Year resolutions to sort out their health, their fitness or their looks. But while many of those gym memberships will turn out to be expensive mistakes as the initial fervour fades, a few wellchosen gadgets could keep you on the right track all year round. Health and fitness tracking is huge in technology right now, largely because it’s still a relatively untapped market: even the best-known fitnesstracking smartwatch, the Apple Watch, has only sold a few million units. That means there are plenty of firms hoping to win over everyone from casual dieters to mountain explorers. For the latter category, outdoor watches such as the Casio Smart Outdoor Watch are built to military specifications for toughness and deliver accurate GPS, as well as recording your hikes and climbs. If that sounds like overkill, and for most of us it probably is, the £170 Garmin Vivosmart HR+ is one of the best all-round fitness trackers for monitoring your heart rate, recording your activity and tracking GPS. It’s pretty, too - and the Misfit Ray is prettier

still, resembling a bracelet rather than a watch. It’s half the price of the Garmin and offers good all-round fitness-tracking features. Over 2017 we’ll see a lot more wearable trackers, many of them odd: fancy a Welt, a sensor-enabled belt that tracks your steps for as long as you keep your trousers on? If you’re more concerned about what you’re putting into your body than what you’re sweating out, smartphone apps offer all kinds of diet and lifestyle tracking - and increasingly those apps tie in with platforms such as Apple Health, WiThings’ HealthMate, Microsoft Health, Jawbone UP and many more. Platforms are designed to enable data sharing from multiple trackers, so for example Apple’s Health app can get data not just from the iPhone it’s on but also from the Apple Watch, from wireless scales and from a wide range of wired and wireless health-monitoring devices. If you haven’t already committed to a particular health-tracking platform, it’s a very good idea to check out sites such as Wareable.com to find out the latest news and rumours about the different manufacturers. For example, at the time of writing Microsoft has announced

the end of its Microsoft Band tracking device, so if you buy one now you might not be able to get a repair for it or a replacement one if it breaks. It also means that if you want to upgrade from a Band 2, there won’t be a Band 3 to fulfil your wishes. Gadgets don’t just help you when you’re exercising or watching what you eat. They can help you when you’re asleep too. Many wearable devices such as the Fitbit Blaze and Surge, Fossil Marshal, Pebble Time and Apple Watch (via third-party apps) can monitor your sleep, gathering data to help you identify the triggers of a poor night’s sleep and the best times to set the alarm for, and the best times to head up the wooden hill to Bedfordshire. The data recorded does vary from device to device and some are more practical than others - wearing a smartwatch in bed all night means you’ll have to charge it in the morning - but the insights can be useful.

Images L to R: Casio Smart Outdoor Watch; Garmin VivoSmart HR+; Misfit Ray fitness tracker; Fossil Marshal smartwatch

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Want to get fit in 2017? Back pain stopping you? Low back pain is a very common problem; up to 50% of people will experience it at some point in their life. For most people this pain goes within a few weeks. There are many myths about back pain that often stop people doing the things they enjoy or result in them staying off work longer than needed. The latest medical evidence supports the following myth busters and promotes normal activities and movements. Gone are the days of bed rest - staying active is the best treatment!

MYTH 1 - Moving will make my back pain worse MYTH 2 - I should avoid exercise

FACT - Don’t fear twisting and bending – it’s

MYTH 3 - Pain equals damage

FACT - Recent research has changed our thinking and has helped us to understand pain better and the many reasons we feel it. A holistic approach to treatment is the best option

MYTH 4 - A scan will tell me what is wrong with my back

essential to keep moving. Gradually increase the amount you do and stay on the go FACT - Back pain shouldn’t stop you enjoying regular exercise and activity. If you stay active, you get better quicker

FACT – Sometimes it will, sometimes it won’t. Even people without back pain can have changes in their spine, so scans can cause fear and influence behaviour, making the problem worse

Exercise can help to ease stiffness and pain, build up muscle strength and stamina as well as improve your general fitness. There are many different exercises and activities that can help such as walking, gym programmes, aerobic and dance classes, Pilates and Yoga. These often help you to be more aware of your posture when doing day to day tasks and be more confident to take part in activities. Staying active and being able to attend work and social activities also boosts your mood and general wellbeing. If your back is stopping you from doing these things, it is worth seeing a Physiotherapist. They can tell you which exercises are best for you as well as advise you on what sports can be completed. If needed, Physiotherapists can also provide massage and manipulation/mobilisation to the spine, to help relieve your symptoms and allow you to be more comfortable when exercising. By Paul Gibson, Physiotherapist

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Dental Question & Answers! Merry Christmas & Happy New Year to all the Local Directory readers. I hope you are all enjoying the lovely cold weather we are having!!! How many of you are going to make some New Year resolutions? Well if there were any teeth related resolutions these Q&A’s may help you!

Q. Why do I need regular check-ups when there are no problems with my teeth?

Q. Can you give me some advice on looking after my children’s teeth?

A. When we check your teeth at the practice, we see things you won’t see in the mirror no matter how closely you look. Just by saying open wide we can detect a number of problems that aren’t visible to the untrained eye. And the technology available to us gives us an additional advantage!

A. While brushing is essential to ensure strong teeth, it also helps to prevent socially embarrassing conditions, like bad breath. The threat of future cavities may not hold much weight when kids are rushing out the door. Sometimes it’s the social angle that prompts them to pay more attention to their smile.

Your teeth can alert us to...

• Possible deterioration in fillings, crowns, and other restorations. • We may spot the beginnings of root cavities or decay on the roots of your teeth which have been laid bare by receding gums. • A close inspection can reveal troublesome periodontal pockets caused by gum disease, and sometimes it takes a radiograph and a little dental detective work, but we may even find indications of... • New decay tucked under the gum line or hidden under existing fillings – two places you just can’t see! • You may not know it, but your teeth may have hairline fractures. • You may not feel it yet, but a wisdom tooth may be impacted. • Your gums can tell us about impending gum disease and your mouth may even show... • The early warning signs of oral cancer. All of these dental problems can be treated and often reversed if they are spotted in the early stages. If you are ever tempted to skip an appointment because you don’t feel any pain and can’t see anything wrong, think again. It’s what you can’t see that can cause the most trouble! Remember ... early diagnosis is key.

Tips for kids of all ages to promote healthy teeth and fresh breath:

• Use a soft brush. • Always use fluoride toothpaste. • Brush your teeth at least twice daily. • Brush your tongue gently and thoroughly and as far back as is comfortable. • Floss regularly, preferably before bed, to remove harmful food and plaque from between teeth. • Wear a custom-fitted mouthguard when playing sports. • Eat a balanced diet complete with milk products and crunchy vegetables. Gum disease is often thought to be an adult problem, but children and teens are also susceptible. Just like adults, kids want to look and feel good, so encourage your child to start now to ensure a bright smile for tomorrow! School-aged children become increasingly aware of their appearance, and the smallest thing may be the cause of self-consciousness. Their next checkup appointment will present an ideal time for the dentist to assess their smile and to discuss orthodontic options. Now is the time to teach your child good dental habits to ensure excellent dental health for many years to come.

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Winter always feels like an assault course on the skin. As the freezing temperatures and heated buildings sap your skin of natural moisture you are left with a reflection that’s a little grey and stressed – and that’s just your skin! Add in the stress of the holidays, changes in routine and eating more sugary or fatty foods in response to the colder weather and you could be facing breakouts, tightness and dullness too.

This removes the dull dead skin cells that are hiding the vibrant healthy ones beneath, so sloughing these away instantly brightens the complexion. Exfoliating stimulates a new smoother, more even toned complexion removing blocked pores too. Choose one with antioxidants, A, C, & E to nourish and maintain the skins natural barrier.

2. TONERS.

A Toner with anti-irritant properties will restore the natural PH balance and start the skins re-conditioning process. Especially important if your skin is at all dry or weak. Toners are often the unsung hero of the skin feeding process.

3. SERUMS.

The best serums deliver good antioxidants, without being oily. They work deep beneath the surface to feed the cells. Applied daily your serum will encourage a more even and calm tone even to the most troubled skin. An oil control serum works great on overactive sebum glands too.

4. MOISTURIZE.

Except stop slathering it on like butter on your toast! If your moisturizer is thick it sits on the outer layer and cannot penetrate. The result is your skin feels tight and dry. Sound familiar? Choose a moisturizer that will plump and firm from deep within. Key ingredients are Vitamins A & C Esters and Retinol that will reduce fine lines whilst hydrating at a deeper cellular level.

5. PROTECT.

If your moisturizer does not offer an appropriate level of sunscreen within it, then choose a sunscreen that does. Fractionated melanin will maximize your daily protection even on those grey days when the rays still zap at your skin.

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‘Fit Feet’ Getting into sport Start off on the right foot!

The New Year inspires many people to get their trainers on and get active. Without doubt exercise offers many benefits but it’s crucial to make sure you are looking after your feet. When you run, your body weight is multiplied by up to seven times, with your feet bearing the brunt of this stress at every stride. The demands made on feet and lower limbs can lead to a range of injuries, including sprained ankles, torn ligaments, shin pain, knee pain, and joint and muscle problems.

he rest of your body will suffer too, if you do not have the right trainers. Wearing good supportive footwear is vital to avoid long term problems and injury. So whether walking, running or dancing, follow this advice: • Choose the correct footwear for the sport - If running is your thing, buy a running shoe which has adequate cushioning in the midsole and a flared heel for stability. However, if it’s a racquet sport such as squash or tennis, buy shoes designed for racquet sports that give better stability when moving and stopping suddenly around the court - a running shoe wouldn’t be suitable for this due to lack of lateral support. • Follow the 1cm rule - when shopping for the perfect sportswear ensure you can wiggle your toes a little – leave 1cm of room from the top of your longest toe to the end of your shoe. Try on both shoes and walk around the shop to make sure they don’t pinch or rub. Trying shoes on in the afternoon helps as your feet can swell throughout the day.

• Always wear socks - to reduce the risk of fungal infection and blisters. The best running socks are ones that are made from synthetic materials which are designed to keep sweat away from the skin, as they don’t absorb moisture like 100% cotton socks, and keep the feet drier. • Warm up and stretch - before starting any form of exercise, stretch and warm up your entire body and then stretch and cool down at the end of every session. • Prepare your body – incorporate strength and flexibility exercises into your regime to ensure that your body is in the best possible condition for exercise and sport and think about your diet – a healthy body is linked to healthy eating • Seek expert advice if necessary – if you have ongoing foot pain that doesn’t go away, have it examined by a podiatrist.’

Tips for buying the right sports shoe • Buy trainers designed for the activity you want to do. Running shoes are very flexible, allowing the foot to bend and flex through each step, they have increased shock absorption for when the heel strikes the ground and are designed for forward motion. Sports such as tennis, basketball and aerobics involve sideways stepping, and require shoes that provide greater sideways support. • A common mistake is to buy trainers that are too small. Shoe manufacturers produce trainers designed for people with low arches and high arches. It’s vital that this is recognised so that you can buy the right shoe for the type of foot you have. Buy trainers from a specialist sports shop where the staff are trained in fitting. • The most important thing is that your sportswear is appropriate for your body and your workout. Choose a reputable manufacturer. • If you’re training every day, ideally have two pairs of trainers and alternate them to allow them to dry out over

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Each movement in the Pregnancy Programme has been Beginner Pilates classes are all about striking a balance – giving you not only a great workout but also the specifically modified to strengthen key abdominal and back muscles to support your growing baby. Many of the sympathetic support, encouragement and reassurance that every beginner needs. These classes will get you Pilates exercises are performed on your hands and used to the correct exercise techniques at a comfortable knees, which is ideal for pregnancy. pace, putting you in a stronger position to progress to the intermediate class.

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Tips from Target It’s that time of the year again and, incidentally, my favourite time of the year. Working as a personal trainer, January is by far my busiest month. The realisation that a month of indulgence in December can undo all the hard work of January to November is enough to make anyone run to the juicer or spin bike! Seeing people coming back to the gym after some time away or even seeing new faces walk through the door- all with such determination- makes my job worthwhile. A personal trainer will never judge you (we’re not saints!), but we will be there with the skills and knowledge to help you achieve your goals. Here are a few of my top tips for meeting your 2017 goals:

Be clear on what you want to achieve. You’ve probably heard the term ‘SMART’ goal before, but it is important to make sure that any target you set yourself is Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Realistic and Time-Bound. Let’s use an exampleyou want to lose weight. How much weight do you want to lose? How will you measure this (i.e. body weight, body fat, bmi etc)? Is this an achievable target, bearing in mind that a loss of more than 2lbs a week is not always recommended as it can lead to loss of muscle mass as well as fat loss? Does this target fit in with your lifestyle, e.g. family or work commitments? And when would you like to achieve it? By really focusing on what you want, you’ll be more determined to achieve it.

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Get a little help from your friends. Do you have a friend with the same goal? Why not make a plan together. Alternatively, you can join a gym or a group fitness class where you will meet like-minded people with similar goals. Classes are a great way to get fit in a fun and sociable environment. Try and pick classes that have a small number of participants so that you can achieve as much attention from the instructor as possible. This not only ensures that you are exercising safely, but also efficiently.

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ur eyes, like the rest of us, tend to wear out the older we get. One of the conditions that affect eyes that have seen quite a lot of the world is age-related macular degeneration or AMD for short. Some degree of AMD is believed to affect 1 in 8 Europeans, with older people being most affected. This condition occurs when the light sensitive cells at the macula found at the back of the eye at the centre of the retina become less effective - which eventually affects the central vision - key to reading, driving and recognising faces. Research indicates that you can reduce the risk of onset and progression by protecting your retina with a healthy diet and lifestyle. This should include considering the following:

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Ménière’s Disease A condition of the Inner Ear and Vestibular System

Ménière’s disease is named after a French Physician Prosper Ménière who in 1800’s worked at a deaf/mute institute in France and studied the condition, that they finally put his name to. Ménière’s is a condition of the inner ear affecting balance and hearing. It is thought to be caused by unusually large amounts of a fluid called endolymph creating a build up of pressure in the inner ear. This pressure can cause the inner ear Treatments control symptoms rather than curing the condition. Having Ménière’s can affect your mental health and have a impact on to send abnormal messages to the your whole family. The balance aspect of the condition can prevent brain resulting in dizziness, vomiting you from driving and involve days when you cannot leave your bed. and dulled hearing. It is often described by sufferers as a feeling of ‘fullness in the ear’, and can lead on to dramatic unpredictable, devastating attacks of severe vertigo, fluctuating hearing loss, nausea, vomiting and dizziness. Longer term effects of the condition can include permanent hearing loss and tinnitus and on-going balance problems. Exact causes of the condition are unknown but there are potential links to circulation problems, viral infections, allergies, the immune system, migraines or genetic factors.

How to cope day-to-day: Get up slowly giving senses time to adjust to being upright. Take time out. Regular exercise including yoga and pilates to maintain flexibility and strength which can help balance and aid relaxation. Wearing sunglasses can relieve eye strain. Carry medication on you at all times. Listen to relaxation tapes at night. Use night lights to avoid harsh electric light. Use hearing aids that have a remote control and different programmes to help cope with fluctuating hearing loss. Look after your mental health - talk to people, you are not on your own.

Over our 30 years of practice we meet many people living with Ménière’s disease. We have helped them practically with hearing technology that allows them to adjust the levels to suit different stages of the condition. On a less practical level we feel some of the best help we can offer is social and mental support. We have been working together with Amersham Tinnitus & Ménière’s society to provide an outlet for people to meet and share experiences in a safe,guided place. Out next events are:Tuesday 7th February 10.00am - 12pm in Thame Town Hall and Friday 10th February 10am -12pm at Flint Barn Court, Old Amersham. Please join us, or if you can’t make these dates, register your interest and we will keep you informed of future events, which may include weekend and evening get togethers if we can garner sufficient interest. w w w. a sto n h ea r i ng . c o. u k 01494 733 84 0 ( A m e rs ha m ) - 0184 4 3 9 6 0 57 ( Tha m e ) e ma i l : - k a te @ a sto n h ea r i ng . c o. u k to r e g i ste r y o u r i nte r est

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If you fancy a meat-free supper this week then try this delicious filling vegetarian lasagne. Serve with a crisp green salad and crusty bread.

Preheat the oven to 200C, Fan 180C, Gas Mark 6. Place the diced butternut squash, onion, garlic and oregano in a large roasting tin and drizzle over 2 tbsp of the olive oil. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper and toss to mix. Roast in the oven for 20-25 minutes until the squash is very tender. Cool for 10 minutes.

Ingredients: • 1 butternut squash, peeled and flesh diced • 1 onion, peeled and finely chopped • 2 garlic cloves, peeled and crushed

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• 1 tsp dried oregano • 3 tbsp olive oil

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MUMMERY ROOFING COMPANY Roofing Specialists Mummery Roofing Company is a small roofing business specialising in all aspects of roofing. We pride ourselves on our commitment to provide a professional service at all times with the highest standard of work carried out. We offer a range of services including: • Flat roof repairs, maintenance and renewals. • Tiling and slating repairs and renewals. • Chimney stack repairs. • Re-roofs and roof overhauls. • Cementing and pointing. • Guttering renewals, including Soffits and Fascias. • Leadwork.

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Amersham - Chesham - Marlow Areas Expanding Local Agency (established in 1998 and owned by highly experienced teachers) offers individual tuition in twenty subjects including: all Primary, Biology, Chemistry, Economics, English, French, Geography, History, Psychology, Maths and Physics. Further tutors welcome!

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For A unique performing arts and academic education For young people with outstanding talent in Acting, Dance, Musical Theatre or Commercial Music Co-educational boarding & day school from ages 8 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 19 Outstanding academic education offering 23 A Level options

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COMMUNITY BOARD Whats on & Groups

RECYCLE YOUR OLD SPECTACLES AT

Susan Collier Opticians 3 Wycombe Road, Prestwood, HP16 0NZ ON BEHALF OF:

Fighting poverty by transforming access to eye care. www.visionaidoverseas.org

Our volunteers visit people in their own homes to help them find the practical services they need, whether it is a cleaner, gardener, dog-walker, etc. or whether they need support in talking to GPs, solicitors, other professionals or family members. Our volunteers receive an accredited induction course and on-going support with regular volunteers.

Would you like to work with people with a learning disability, to help build their self-esteem and have more say and control over their own lives? Talkback is recruiting Project Workers now to work in Buckinghamshire. If you want to join us please visit our website– www.talkback-uk.com

If you would like to find out more, please visit our website www.voicesandchoices.org.uk or telephone us on 01494 784566.

or call Helen Black on 01494 434448 for further information.

Interested in Volunteering? We help people stay SAFE AND SOUND AT HOME

HYDE HEATH THEATRE COMPANY present

THE ADVENTURES OF

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Buckinghamshire Libraries

Citizens Advice support is now available at Chesham Library Speak to a Citizens Advice trained member of staff between 10.00am and 1.00pm every Monday and Wednesday. You can also access the Citizens Advice website from all library computers. Just ask a member of staff for assistance. 01296 382415 We welcome Text Relay calls prefix 18001

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Chess Valley

Chess Valley U3A can help you make the most of your ‘third age’, when you have stopped working full tie and an pursue your real interestss Our 44 groups range froi Art to Writngg with iost things in etweens We also hold monthly general ieetngs in Chesham, with a variety of engaging speakers, and organise outngs to iuseuisg histori houses and other pla es of interests For iore inforiatong visit our we sitee

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Male Choir Concert Pendyrus from Rhondda, S.Wales ENJOY A SOCIABLE EVENINGAND GENTLE EXERCISE BEGINNERS WELCOME NO NEED TO BRING A PARTNER

Tickets available at www.revelationlife.org.uk/choir or 03333 442505. All proceeds go to Revelation Life supporting the slum communities.

EVERY TUESDAY EXCEPT AUGUST 8.00-10.00 pm

Revelation Life is a charity organisation with a calling to support the poorest in the slums of Kampala, Uganda. We have the vision to see whole nations transformed through the love of Jesus. Follow us on Facebook (Revelation-Life) & Twitter (@Revelation_Life).

BARN HALL AMERSHAM COMMUNITY CENTRE CHILTERN AVENUE, HP6 5AH For more information phone 01494 727512

Chesham Library Coffee Morning “White Hill Centre—Past, present and future” Turn your hand to something new for 2017! Christine Smith and Joanne Blackwell talk about the history of the Centre and its many groups, clubs, and societies you can join. Wednesday 25th January 2017 11am—12pm at Chesham Library Free! — Come in and book a place with a member of staff or call 01296 382415

WE NEED YOUR HELP! Do you live in Bucks and would you like to volunteer and take part in a rewarding and unforgettable experience? The MPS Society supports children and young adults affected by rare genetic lifelimiting diseases. If you join our team of volunteers you will be able to help us give some of these children and their siblings a great time, please email us at mps@mpssociety.org.uk

SUPPORT•RESEARCH•AWARENESS www.mpssociety.org.uk 0345 389 9901

Holmer Green Stroke Club

enjoy a morning at the Christchurch centre. Tuesdays 10am-12pm. Outings, cooking, lunches and more. Call 01494 812162 or 01494 862662 for more details

Meets on the second Wednesday of the month at 7.30pm in the Parish Centre Hall, Glebe Way, Chesham Bois. HP6 5ND. For information - 01494 721710 and Cheshamboiswi.weebly.com

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Wednesday afternoons at Chesham Library Completely free of charge

To find out more or to book a place come in and speak to our staff or call 01296 382415

'The Wizard of Oz' (MGM) The Elgiva Theatre, Chesham 19-22 January 2017 (inc two matinee performances) Performed by Chesham Bois Catholic Players Tickets - www.elgiva.com or 01494 582900

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Amersham Travel Club Meets twice monthly on Thursdays from September to April in the Barn Hall, Amersham Community Centre at 7.30pm The programme contains amusing, interesting and well illustrated talks. The next meetings of the 41st season are on 5th and 19th November and include India & Belize.

Weekly Junior Pool Club every Thursday from 5:30pm to 7:30pm If you are aged between 10- 18 and would like to learn to play Pool correctly and have some fun, then this is the place for you Weekly Sessions £3.00 Tuck shop available If you are interested then just turn up on the night Cues will be provided along with expert coaching from Eddie Barker Chesham’s Own UK Tour Pool Player.

For further details call the Programme Secretary on 01494 785853

LEY HILL FLOWER CLUB

invite you to a Floral Demonstration by Sarah Harper entitled "Sunshine always follows rain" on Wednesday 1 March 2017 at 2 pm at Ley Hill Memorial Hall Entrance £6.00 on the door. Contact: (01494) 786770 Would you like to run the next

London Marathon in 2017?

23 April 2017

We have guaranteed places for runners who can raise sponsorship for WAVES. If you are interested please contact us for an application form

www.wavestrust.org.uk email waves.trust@virgin.net

The Kerrigan Savage Waves Charitable Trust Registered Charity No : 1063921

or call 01494 674985

Worried about your Gas & Electric Bills?

‘CHALFONTS U3A’

is a lively, friendly group for those no longer in full-time work who seek new horizons to make the most of their spare time ahead. Over 40 different Interest Groups ranging from Walking to Table Tennis, and Local History to Theatre Trips and Excursions. Local monthly meetings with speakers on diverse subjects – and much, much more! www.chalfontsu3a.org.uk’

Amersham & District Philatelic Society holds regular meetings at Amersham Community Centre All stamp collectors very welcome.  01494 726418 www.stampersham.org.uk for our programme

Art Workshops in Amersham

Amersham Art Group are pleased to announce a new set of 3 art workshops for total of £12 on the Bring your recent bills and drop in following dates 25th Jan, 22nd Feb, 22nd March for some free advice from at 7:30pm at the Amersham Community Centre (bring your own materials). Booking required by Chiltern Citizens Advice. contacting us. See our website www.amershamChesham Library art-group.org.uk or email amershamartgroup@ 10 - 12.30 gmail.com or phone 01494 771760 for more Wednesday 18th January 2017 information. 62 Please mention Amersham Local when responding to adverts

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Chalfont St. Peter Youth Centre Chalfont St Peter Youth Centre holds a weekly session for young people with ASD When: 7-8pm on Tuesday evenings It aims to provide a safe and calmer environment for young people who wish to socialise but perhaps struggle to cope with larger, louder environments s The sessions are supervised by trained adults and also from trained young volunteer helpers. These helpers are on hand for each session to interact with the young people aaending encouraging play and social skills Please call the oďŹ&#x192;ce on 01753 883712 or email oďŹ&#x192;ce@cspyouthcentre.org for further information

FRENCH SCHOOL FOR BILINGUAL CHILDREN We welcome bilingual children on Saturday mornings at Dr Challoners High school. Classes are run school term only. We offer a French education program for children age 3 to 15. Playful environment delivered by qualified French native speaking staff. For more information, contact us on: http://www.123soleil.co.uk Amersham@123soleil.co.uk 07775 703 591

Volunteer Mentors Required New Leaf offers support to short-term offenders returning to Bucks, Berks and Oxon. We need volunteer mentors who will listen to and support offenders for at least 12 weeks after release. For more information please email anne@newleafproject.co.uk or ring 01844 202001 New Leaf, Townhill Barn, Dorton Road, Chilton, Aylesbury, HP18 9NA

Amersham Festival of Music Winter Concert Series

4 exciting concerts between November and February directed by Iain Ledingham with the Amersham Festival Orchestra. Season and individual tickets available Booking opens on 5th October. See www.amershamfestival.org.

'The Walk to Hel' The speaker is Jonathan Forgham. Jonathan has been speaking to RSPB groups and Natural History Societies for many years, giving over 30 presentations a year. A life long naturalist, he is a retired primary school teacher who is now voluntary warden to a local community wood in Little Hadham, East Herts, where he has lived since 2007. Date: Thursday 19th January 2017 Time: 8.00pm Place: The Russell School, Brushwood Drive, Chorleywood, WD3 5RR All are welcome to these open talks, whether member or not. Just turn up or for information call 01923 897885

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BUCKS SEARCH AND RESCUE ARE RECRUITING We are a voluntary search team who, under the auspices of the Thames valley police Get called out 24/7 365 to look for vulnerable missing persons For more info Visit website BSAR.org.uk Call: Nigel 07951728383 Or email Info @ BSAR.org.uk

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Bought a faulty electrical item? Know your consumer rights This month Citizens Advice Chiltern looks at your rights if you have been sold faulty electrical goods at Christmas. Recent research from Citizens Advice reveals that two thirds of people had a problem with a faulty electrical item in the last two years. However, 1 in 4 people were initially turned away by retailers when they tried to get a repair, replacement or refund, despite the retailer having a responsibility to offer a solution. Q

What should I do if an electrical item I’ve bought is faulty?

Don’t attempt to fix it yourself - this could stop you getting redress because it will make it harder to prove you did not cause the fault. You may also risk injuring yourself. Return it to the retailer - It’s the responsibility of the retailer to help you resolve the problem, not the manufacturer. They should cover the costs of returning the item - contact them first to check the best way to do this and to negotiate an option that’s most convenient for you.

What are my rights to get a repair, replacement or refund on faulty electrical goods?

Bought within the last 30 days - you can get a refund on a faulty product. Bought within the last 6 months - you are entitled to have it repaired or replaced once. If the item still doesn’t work you should get a full refund. Bought more than 6 months ago - you may still get a repair or replacement but you will only get a partial refund to reflect the use you’ve got out of the item. You’ll need to prove you didn’t cause the fault which may make it harder to get redress. If the item is unsafe, stop using it and unplug it if applicable. For more information about repairs, replacements or unsafe items, you can contact the the Citizens Advice consumer service on 03454 04 05 06. Advice changes lives Visit us now To find your local centre, please visit our website. Call us now Talk to a professional adviser on 01494 545991 Contact us online Email us or live web chat via www.chilterncab.org.uk

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