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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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Start: Parking at High Wycombe Judo Club car park, Booker Recreation Ground SU840916.

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Ground. At the bottomcar follow the path through a gap START: Recreation Prestwood Nature Reserve park, in the hedge Grid refand SU turn 866 left 991 along the vehicle track. The path follows edgeWycombe of Booker passes Live and Start: DISTANCE: Parking at5.8the High Judo and Club car 'The park, miles, with c110m Common of ascent Let Live' pub. Keep following the road, walk past Booker Hatches BookerTERRAIN: Recreation Ground SU840916. A moderate walk, with the main climb Wood Common Memorial Hall. After about 50 yards you will find a at the start. Can be muddy in places. footpath on the right between houses. Follow the path, through a Four stiles Lower W 0 gate and across with walk. the hedge on your right to the AccessMAPS: Information: Ana horse easy,field, level OS Explorer 172 and Chiltern Society 12 end of the field. Go through a gate and turn left along the road, REFRESHMENTS: Polecatcrossing and Kings down to theThe junction, theHead road pubs which will take you over 0 at point 8 on the map. are Otherwise, Refreshments: There pubspicnic and shops in Booker. Hatches the motorway. in the Nature Reserve

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hedgerow alongside the road. Follow this bridleway coming out 0 ½ mile between large fields. Continue 1 along the bridleway which descends into a small valley. Ignore the bridleway on your right 3 Turn left and up the road, crossing the entrance to 'John Lewis' and cross the road at the blue and go left up the slope towards the woods. Near the top you will 'Bike and Walker' sign. Follow the path past houses on your left. Keep ahead, cross over the 1. Exit see the car park onto road,which turn left 5. After c250m two footpaths join fromisthe before dell,and take thethe firstpath footpath a square archthe beyond areand three Buddhist stupas with road, there a Zebra crossing to thethe right, take downon thethe side of The Cressex thenprayer left again Lane. up Perks right. Takethese. the second ofDental these paths heading it allreturn the way to a road. flagsinto andPerks a seat. GoWalk through the rustic gate to view Practice. Keep ahead left andand youfollow will soon to your starting place.

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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convicted shoplifters, so they can be escorted off the premises by store detectives. Facebook has created Moments, which enables you to find photos of your friends taken by other users, although the full app has yet to be launched in Europe because of privacy concerns. In Russia, an app called FindFace allows users to search all of VK, Russia’s largest social media site, to find matches for faces. It’s getting so that if an image of you has ever entered the public domain, anyone can find you. A more disturbing example of facial recognition software being misused has emerged from China. Researchers used facial recognition software to analyse 1670 facial images, of which about 40% were convicted criminals. The algorithms were then fed into an artificial intelligence (AI) system which “learned” from the images what a criminal looks like. The AI system then applied its findings to another 185 images selected from the same series. In 85% of cases, it correctly identified which image was of a criminal.

The most visible use of facial recognition is in biometric passports. All UK passports issued now have a chip containing biometric data of the passport holder – that data is primarily the facial recognition algorithm taken from the image supplied when you apply for the passport. That’s why the rules are so strict about the photo you provide; it’s to stop people from fooling the facial recognition software. In fact, most applications for facial recognition are to do with security and law enforcement. Security services such as MI5 use millions of images and data from numerous sources to identify potential spies and terrorists. Police forces do the same thing to identify criminals.

The experiment has been widely criticised by statisticians and criminologists in the West, not least because the sample size was so small and the proportion of criminals much higher than would be found in the general population. Criminals are also found guilty by juries, who have been found over many years to be biased against people who look or are dressed in a certain way. From an ethical standpoint, it can hardly be fair to judge people on the evidence that a computer program thinks they look like a criminal. Besides, based on this experiment, 15% of convicted criminals would actually be innocent. There is, of course, no suggestion that the Chinese are planning to use this software in their criminal justice system.

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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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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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On average the human body is 60% water which is why it is so important to keep it topped up and the toxins at bay!

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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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When you arrive at Kilnwood Farm Cottage you will instantly feel the special energy. A stroll through the lovely gardens lifts your spirits even before the session takes place.

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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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Squash & Spinach Lasagne Serves 4

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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

Transfer everything from the roasting tin (including any pan juices) to a food processor and process until smooth, adding a little hot water if needed to give the mixture a spreadable consistency.

• 1 tsp dried oregano • 3 tbsp olive oil

Steam the spinach for 1-2 minutes until just wilted. Place the lasagne sheets in a large shallow heatproof dish and cover with boiling water. Leave for 3-4 minutes to soften then lift out of the water and drain on kitchen paper. Mix together the ricotta and cottage cheeses in a bowl along with half the mozzarella cheese.

• 200g baby spinach leaves • 250g pack fresh egg lasagne sheets • 250g ricotta cheese • 300g cottage cheese

Spread a third of the squash mixture in the base of a square medium-sized ovenproof dish. Top with a layer of wilted spinach followed by a layer of the cheese mixture and a layer of lasagne sheets, cutting them to fit if necessary.

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Instead of the spinach you could use lightly fried slices of courgette or sliced beefsteak tomatoes.

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Bucks businesses going all around the world

Buckinghamshire Business First recently commissioned the 2016 Buckinghamshire Business Survey and I thought I’d share some of the results with you to see if they tally with your experiences and to give you a glimpse into some thinking within the Buckinghamshire business community. Philippa Batting, Managing Director Buckinghamshire Business First

One of the topics covered by the wide-ranging survey was exports and markets. The survey revealed that: • • • • •

6% of businesses do no trade at all in Buckinghamshire itself 14% do all of their trade in the county More than half (56%) of businesses trade with the rest of the UK Nearly a quarter (24%) of businesses trade with the EU An equal proportion (24%) of businesses trade with the rest of the world

There is reason to believe that many of Buckinghamshire’s businesses want to go even further with exporting. Another survey question asked whether businesses were looking to increase, decrease or maintain their current levels of exporting. More than a quarter (26%) were looking to increase their activity compared to 6% who were planning to decrease it, while the result of the EU referendum had very little effect on these plans. In fact, when asked what an impending ‘Brexit’ had done to their exporting plans, more businesses had planned to increase in spite of it rather than decrease because of it. New markets, which are gateways through which businesses can access more customers and increase sales and profits, do not need to be the Chinas or Indias of this world, they could be Birmingham or Manchester.

No matter where a business exports and how many sales they make in another county, country or continent, there are organisations ensuring that support is always available to assist that business. If your business only trades locally in Buckinghamshire and you want to expand your horizons, or you already export to the world but want to increase these sales, or you’re anywhere in between, help is at hand. Indeed, this is what the Buckinghamshire Business First business support team is made for. Give them a call on 01494 568941, email BusinessSupport@bbf.uk.com or visit our website bbf.uk.com for more information.

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• J E N N I F E R L AWR E N C E • She overcame the odds in Joy, saved the world in X-Men: Apocalypse and even survived e Hunger Games, but nothing could prepare Jennifer Lawrence for her latest space adventure…

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“What interested me about the script is that it’s about humankind and we're all in a place where we're interested in space and we're interested in exploration,” explains the Kentuckyborn beauty. “But the film also explores very human and personal themes and deep relationships, and that is very important to the story.” Like 2013’s Gravity, Passengers relies heavily on stunning visuals and CGI effects. In one scene, Lawrence is swimming in a pool when the gravity fails, leaving her suspended in midair inside a shifting and seemingly inescapable bubble of water. “It was literally breath-taking for me. It was exciting and daunting although I didn't know how they were going to shoot it and it's definitely the coolest scene I've ever shot in my life,” she says excitedly.

Among her upcoming projects is Marita in which she plays the recently deceased Fidel Castro’s lover. The film is directed by Darren Aronofsky, whom Lawrence is rumoured to be dating. Notoriously tight-lipped about her private life, however, there is only one relationship the starlet is happy to talk about, with her dog, Pippi. Often referring to the pampered pooch as her child, she says that were she to go on an epic galactic voyage she would take “her baby” even though the animal “would hate it!” Unlike her character, Lawrence has no interest in space travel – when asked if she would consider going to Mars replies with her trademark guffaw, crying “I've heard that the weather there is terrible, and that it's very windy and very hot. No, I don't think that's going to happen!” Of course, when you’re an Oscar-winning actress who commands millions per film and has legions of adoring fans, life on Earth is about as stellar as it gets. To advertise please call 01494 725878 or email info@localdirectoryltd.co.uk 35

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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

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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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Beaconsfield Library

Learn My Way – Introduction to FREE online computer basics. Regular sessions available: Tuesdays between 2.30am – 4.30pm (booking essential).

Saturday 21st 10.30am – 11.30am Get creative with Blossoming Cooks, for children aged 3+ (Booking essential - £3 per child).

Saturday 7th 10.00am - 12.00noon Crafty Saturday for children under 10, FREE drop-in session.

Tuesday 24th 10.00am – 10.30am Storytime with Craft Activity for children under 5.

Friday 20th 10.00am -12.00noon ‘New Year New Start’ with Active Bucks & Prevention Matters. Find out how to access a range of support in your community to get more active, make new friends, regain lost confidence and lead a happier healthier life.

Thursday 26th 2.30pm – 3.30pm ‘Chiltern Curiosities of Town and Village’, local history talk by Alan Power. Please collect your FREE ticket from the library.

CHILTERN EMBROIDERY AND TEXTILE GROUP Welcomes stitchers from all over South Bucks with an interest in all aspects of embroidery and creative textiles. We meet on the second Monday of the month at Tylers Green Village Hall for talks by textile artists and experts. See www.chilterntextiles.co.uk or call 01494 681696 for more details.

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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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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED TO HELP IN OUR FRIENDLY WAREHOUSE IN HEDGERLEY School Aid is a local charity that sends books and other educational materials to schools in Africa. We are seeking volunteers Monday to Friday 9:30 am – 3.15 pm. Hours are flexible If interested, telephone 01753 883853 www.school‐aid.org

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Abbeyfield (Gerrards Cross) Society Volunteer HEALTH & SAFETY/MAINTENANCE We are a local charity providing supported sheltered accommodation to elderly residents. HEALTH & SAFETY/MAINTENANCE: 6 hrs per week. In addition, Monthly Executive Committee Meetings 2hrs. To apply: Contact: The Abbeyfield (Gerrards Cross) Society, 16 Marsham Way T: 01753 883016 email: abbeyfieldgx-maryc@uwclub.net

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Host Families for Children from Belarus Host families needed for children aged 10-12yrs from 03/07-31/7. We organise a daytime activity programme for them avoiding hosts needing to take leave to look after the children. Typically families host for 2 or 4 weeks Why? The heavy radioactive contamination from the Chernobyl reactor

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Chernobyl Children Life Line is a Registered Charity English Registration Number 1014274

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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’

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

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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

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 oﬃce on 01753 883712 or email oﬃce@cspyouthcentre.org for further information

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Useful Numbers & Puzzle Answers Police Stations & Fire Stations Gerrards Cross Fire Station Non-Emergency Police Neighbour hood watch office Thames Valley Police Local Council South Bucks District Council Chiltern District council Bucks County Council Farnham Royal Parish Council Gerrards Cross Parish Council Community Centres Community Advice Network GX Community Association Transport Chiltern Railways Gerrards Cross Railway Station Transport for London National train times Chemists Boots (GX) Health & Beauty Pharmacy (GX) Lloyds Pharmacy (Farnhams) Hedgegrail Pharmacy (Stoke Poges) Utilities Electricity Emergency Environmental Emergency

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Index of Advertisers Advertising

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Aerials & Satellites

Amersham Aerial Fix............................... 31

Air Conditioning

MTP. Cooling........................................... 44

Bespoke Furniture

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Doors, Windows & Conservatory

Locksmiths

Castle Glass .......................................10/39 TRS Locks................................................. 14 GX Home Improvements...................26/27 Painting & Decorating Right’s Units.............................................. 5 Leigh’s Painting & Decorating................. 31 Safeguard Glass Company...................... 50 SMART Decorating.................................. 29 Swan Windows........................................ 43 Pest Control The Heritage Window Company............ 25 Universal Pest Control............................ 29

Ashford Kitchens..................................... 41 Education, Childcare & Tuition Plumbing & Heating iFillYa....................................................... 11 CAL Mathematics.................................... 45 Ardas Plumbing....................................... 45 RJP Joinery................................................ 7 Gayhurst School...................................... 13 Atlantis Plumbing.................................... 25 Mary Poppins.......................................... 37 Premium Heating & Plumbing................ 31 Building / Property Maintenance Pureflow Plumbing & Heating.................. 8 APQ Developments................................. 52 Entertainment Batts Building.......................................... 45 Disco Knights.................................. 23 Retailers Billy Currell Roofing Specialist.................. 9 Financial, Legal & Professional Aylesbury Bullion.................................... 37 FEUK Ltd.................................................. 13 Bucks Business First................................ 30 Sevenoaks Sound & Vision....................... 8 Home Counties Cladding........................ 17 Kiddrapinet Solicitors............................... 2 Sound, Vision & Home Automation TAC Construction...................................... 9 Spaces by Regus...................................... 14 STA Group Ltd............................................ 3

Car Sales, Maintenance & Hire

SL1 Vehicle Hire....................................... 10

Computer Maintenance

Performance Computing........................ 28

Design Services & Websites Pronto Creative..................................... 40 Domestic Services

Aquarius Window Cleaning.................... 45 Bizzywash................................................ 39 Busy Ironing............................................ 28 Martins Carpet Cleaning......................... 29

Gardening & Outdoor

Taxi’s & Chauffeurs

Allscapes................................................... 8 Aspire Taxi’s.............................................. 1 Bestway Tree Services............................ 33 Want A Chauffeur.................................... 42 Evergreen Grass...................................... 15 Upholstery Health, Beauty & Well Being RS Hall...................................................... 45 Bucks Foot Clinic..................................... 20 Chalfont Osteopath................................ 45 Gold Hill Care.......................................... 23 Iremia Massage....................................... 45 Roy Sunley Healing.................................. 21 South Bucks Physio................................. 21 Woodland Manor Care Home................. 51

Commercial & Domestic Glaziers

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We specialise in • Full Planning & Building Regulation • New Builds • Extensions • Loft Conversions • Renovations

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