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Welcome to Spring! I am sure we are all looking forward to the brighter days ahead. Capture Spelthorne is now open for 2021 entries, if you have taken some great pictures of Spelthorne and would like to enter, you can find out more inside. Spelthorne in Bloom 2021 poster competition is open for new entries. This year's theme is ‘climate change’ and all entries should be in by Friday 9th April. Stanwell Events have shared their big vision with us, such exciting future plans and you can read all about them in this issue including how you can support the new vision. We wish them lots of luck and thank them for all they have done for the community over the past 2 years. Ashford Jumble Trails are back for 2021. Many of you will have taken part in the trails last year, it was a lovely idea and a great way for the community to come tougher, we would like to thank Glenn and Tracy for all their hard work in organising the trails Let's support them! For those of you that run a business here in Spelthorne, be sure to check out the Spelthorne Business Update page. Also inside we have Easter fun, puzzles, colouring competitions and more. We hope you enjoy the Spring issue of The TW Magazine, will be back in June Until the Summer!

p10 Contents 6 - Fee Good Spring 10 - Spelthorne in Bloom 14 - Capture Spelthorne 20 - Staines Prep 22 - Easter with The Salvation Army 23 - Easter Fun Ideas 26 - Thyme to Cook 28 - Stanwell Events Big Vision 31 - Spelthorne Business Update 33 - Ashford Jumble Trails 38 - Children's Colouring Competition

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Important Things To Think About When Planning Your Kitchen Layout When redesigning their kitchen, many homeowners assume that they don’t have many options when it comes to the layout. Where your natural light comes from It is important not to overlook natural lighting when you’re planning a kitchen layout. Unless you’re willing/able to block up your old windows and create new ones, you should ensure that your new layout is cautions of where your natural light comes from. The same goes for any exterior doors that you have, ideally, you should keep these as easily accessible as possible.

A lot of the time, the original layout of a kitchen isn’t the best way to use the space and this is often because aesthetics was considered more important than functionality. Whilst there is no denying that it is always important to balance these two things during the luxury kitchen design process, when you’re planning your layout, the functionality should be at the forefront of your mind. To help anyone who is wanting to strip their kitchen back and start from scratch, so to speak, below are some important things to think about when you’re planning your new fitted kitchen layout. What you dislike about your current layout Whenever you’re working on a new luxury kitchen design, the best place to start is by thinking about what you dislike about your current kitchen. So, be sure to consider the layout you have at the moment and make note of what you dislike, and also what you like too if there is anything specific, this will help you as you start to make decisions about your new layout.

The different purposes of your kitchen space Knowing how you most frequently use your kitchen is always beneficial when working on a new design too. For example, do you spend more time cooking and baking in this space than you do socialising? Once you have highlighted the main purposes of your kitchen, you can then ensure that the layout is both suitable and accommodating for your needs. Which appliances are essential to you More often than not, when working on a new kitchen layout, where you want your appliances to go will dictate lots of the other decisions that you make. So, start by working out which appliances are absolutely essential to you and what you will be incorporating into your new fitted kitchen design. You can then ensure that they’re included in your layout from the outset. Working with Ashford Kitchens & Interiors Should you require any professional assistance when working on your kitchen design, which is highly recommended, our team here at Ashford Kitchens & Interiors will gladly help. For many years now we have been helping homeowners create their dream luxury kitchens, so you can trust that you’re in experienced hands with our team. One of our talented kitchen designers will gladly sit down with you and discuss your refurbishment project with you in more detail, so please don’t hesitate to contact us today.

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Feel Good Spring Put a spring back into your step and spend more time outside or in your garden. The warmer weather is uplifting and the sights and sounds of nature will engage all your senses and make you feel good. Squire’s Garden Centres suggest nine outdoor activities to make you feel good this spring – and none of them have to cost you anything at all. 9 Spring Activities to Make You Feel Good 1. Feel clarity with a garden clean up – Have a spring clean in the garden. Rake up fallen leaves, prune back hedges and shrubs, tidy your shed and clean garden tools and garden furniture so that they are all ready to use. 2. Smell the sweet fragrance of flowers in bloom – Whether it’s smelling the scent of flowers in your garden or those in parks and outdoor spaces, engage your sense of smell and enjoy the beautiful fragrance of tulips, daffodils, irises, hyacinths or magnolia. 3. Spot your first bumblebee searching for nectar – The lifecycle of a bumblebee begins in spring, when rising temperatures awaken a queen bumblebee that has been hibernating alone in the soil. She’ll feed on flowers, drinking nectar to gain energy and collecting pollen to bring back to the nest. There are 24 different species of bumblebee in the UK. They love plants such as dahlias, buddleia, lavender, clematis, foxglove, hosta and wildflowers. 4. Feel the freshness of the earth and air – Reconnect with nature. Dig the garden soil, perhaps in order to plant, or hoe to remove weeds as they start to grow, and breath in the fresh spring air. The more fresh air you get the more oxygen you will breathe, which increases the amount of serotonin (the happy hormone) you inhale, consequently making you happier! 5. Look out for a glimpse of wildlife waking up – Hedgehogs normally come out of hibernation in mid-March to early-April depending how warm the weather is. Their first priority is water, so help them by leaving out a small bowl of fresh water in your garden. Special hedgehog food is available to buy if you wish. Hedgehogs are nocturnal so your best chance of seeing them is at night. They like dry

spaces such as under garden sheds, near compost heaps or hedges, or in an untidy bit of your garden. 6.Sense new life and optimism in every scene – Wonder at the power of nature. See the bulbs emerging from the soil, pale green leaves appearing on trees, flower buds starting to open and the sight of beautiful blossom everywhere. 7. Wander through swathes of beautiful bluebells – Carpets of bluebells are one of the greatest sights of spring. Bluebells usefully flower from late March through to May. The best places to spot them are in old and ancient woods, along hedgerows, or in fields and gardens. Native bluebells have a strong and sweet scent, so the stronger the smell the more likely you’ve found a native specimen. 8. Listen to the lullaby of birds returning – A large number of birds migrate to the UK every spring including Swallows, Warblers, Martins, Swifts and Cuckoos. Get up early and enjoy listening to the ‘dawn chorus’ as birds defend their territories and sing to attract a mate. Birds begin to sing about an hour before sunrise. It’s best to pick a day with fine weather and little wind. The first songsters of the season are residents such as Robins and Great Tits, followed by migrants such as the Chiffchaff or Blackcap Warbler. 9. Smell the scent of freshly cut grass – March is generally the time to start mowing the lawn. Put the blades on their highest level and gradually reduce the level until your reach your desired height by the end of April. Freshly cut grass smells so good as it reminds us of summer and weekends, which makes us feel good and boosts our mood.

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Who is the New Agent in Town? Milestone Residential first began trading back in 1890, and has become one of the oldest and most established independent Estate Agents in Richmond borough. With such success, we are pleased to have opened our fourth sales and lettings office in the vibrant and popular town of Ashford, situated in the premier location of 22 Church Road. At our new office, we have an experienced team who specialize in both sales and lettings, as well as a resident financial advisor on hand to manage any mortgage enquiries. Our History With the railway extending into Twickenham in 1848 and a new station opening, there was an influx of Londoners escaping the built up capital which led to the opening of our first branch.

The same demand is again being experienced. As buyers and tenants from the London Boroughs are now moving out into Spelthorne, looking for more open space and value for money. Our fourth office in Ashford has now opened to meet this encouraging and increasing demand. Our Ashford office covers the areas of Sunbury, Staines, Stanwell, Shepperton, Bedfont and Feltham. 8

We have helped generations of local families with their property needs. Our archiving still contains sales details going back to the Victorian and Edwardian era many of which have been used for reference purposes by local historical societies. During the Victorian and Edwardian eras our firm was responsible for the sale of significant tracts of land between Teddington town centre and the River Thames and was therefore instrumental in the development of a number of the “river roads”. What sets us apart? Mindful of our heritage and longevity in the property market, we consistently provide good “old-fashioned” straightforward professional advice with the highest level of customer service, whilst incorporating the latest marketing and technology to ensure we are the best at what we do – selling houses. We strive to exceed our clients expectations. The Milestone Residential brand extends into the London Boroughs with 3 successful branches in Whitton, Twickenham and Teddington, meaning we have access to an extensive database of buyers who are actively looking to move into the Surrey area.

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Meet the team John Walton, the director has spent over 40 years building the Milestone brand. Due to his established position and depth of experience in the property market, John has been approached by Sky News, BBC Radio 4 and The Evening Standard, to share his views and knowledge of the residential sales market. John personally undertakes all valuations and oversees all aspects of transactions in the Ashford Office. He is looking forward to being part of the local community, as are the rest of his dynamic team. We look forward to becoming part of such a thriving community and bringing our expertise to help sellers, buyers, landlords and tenants with their property requirements. We pride ourselves on adopting the same ethos of customer care, energy and focus that has led to the company’s success through the years since 1890. With the latest update on the stamp duty holiday extension, we have been busy with new enquiries. If you are curious to know how much your home is worth, please contact us for a Free Valuation, we are available 7 days a week and would be delighted to help you.

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Spelthorne In Bloom 2021 Poster Competition The Spelthorne in Bloom Committee has launched its annual poster competition for children. The competition is open to children aged 5 - 11, who live in Spelthorne. The overall winning entry will be used as this year’s Spelthorne in Bloom logo and feature on the front cover of the entry form and other publicity materials for the 2021 competition. This year’s theme is ‘climate change’ and the judges are encouraging the children to use their imagination to interpret how plants, flowers and vegetables growing in their own gardens, or at school, are being affected by rising temperatures and changes in rainfall. We would also like the words ‘Spelthorne in Bloom’ to be included on the poster.

If you have any queries, please email spelthorne.inbloom@spelthorne.gov.uk.

Entries can either be hand-drawn (or painted) or designed on a computer. The judges will pick 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners, grouped for children aged 5 -7 and 8 – 11. Chairman of the Spelthorne in Bloom Committee, Nick Wood-Dow, said: “In past years, Spelthorne’s schools have organised this competition for us and sent the posters back to the Council offices for judging. However, with most schools currently closed, we are asking parents to encourage their children to take part from home. We are looking forward to seeing their entries.” Please submit your children’s entries via the link on our website https://spelthorne-self. achieveservice.com/service/Spelthorne_in_ bloom_2021 Please do not send any pictures of your children when you upload the posters. The closing date for receipt of entries is 4pm on Friday 9 April.

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Capture Spelthorne Competition 2021 Capture Spelthorne, Spelthorne Borough Council's photography competition, is starting in March, and we are looking for the best photographs of the Borough. This is a great opportunity for you to embrace the outdoors, explore our beautiful Borough and showcase your photography skills. The overall winner will see their photo as the cover of the Council's Bulletin Magazine and across our social media pages. Monica Chard was chosen as the overall winner of Capture Spelthorne 2020 for her winning entry in the My Spelthorne category. You don't need an expensive camera to take part, any camera or smartphone will do, as long as the photograph was taken in Spelthorne since 1st May 2020 and is submitted by the closing date. If you are intending to take a photograph for the competition as part of your essential daily exercise, continue follow all current Coronavirus rules. Cllr Tony Mitchell, Portfolio Holder for Planning and Economic Development, said: "The standard of last year's entries was incredibly high and I want to congratulate all the finalists once again for their superb photography. Every year, these photos bring home to me what a beautiful place Spelthorne is to live and it is something we must continue to cherish. I wish all entrants the best of luck and I am looking forward to seeing their submissions over the coming months."

We are looking for pictures that tell a story about Spelthorne in the following categories: Community in Spelthorne There are so many things that happen in the community that deserves to be seen whether it be from Scouting to book clubs to charity coffee mornings. This has come to the fore in the last year due to Covid-19 where so many individuals, communities and organisations have done some amazing things to help and offer support in these very difficult times. Business in Action We want to see our various businesses in action, this could be images of construction sites, the High Street and shopping parades to factories, transport and beyond. This category is open to individuals but companies might also want to enter as well to show us how they do business. Nature in Spelthorne Spelthorne in the spring, summer, autumn or winter, we are keen to receive photographs that show the various landscapes of the borough in any of the seasons, whether in glorious sunshine or a covering of snow! Sporting Spelthorne Spelthorne has a lot of sporting history ranging from Olympic champions from the Queen Mary sailing club to Staines Football Club. There is a vast

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away of sports that take place across Spelthorne including tennis, basketball, bowls, golf, netball, squash, badminton, the list goes on. We are looking for action shots from these and any other sports that take place

Three finalists for each category will be invited to a private screening of their entries at the Cinema at Shepperton Studios where the winners will be announced. The overall winner will receive a trophy, £100 and see their photo on the cover of the Council's Bulletin Magazine. Each category winner will receive a £50 cheque, a framed picture of their winning photo and a pair of tickets to the Pinewood Cinema. Follow us on Instagram @spelthorneboroughcouncil where we will be sharing some of our favourite pictures from last year's competition. Terms and Conditions

Categories for Under 16's We accept entries from under 16's from any of the categories above. Entrants under 16 must obtain the consent of a parent or guardian prior to submitting any images. Any entry by someone under 16 will not be deemed complete without the child's name and age, the parent/guardian's name and a contact telephone number and email. Go to www.spelthorne.gov.uk/capture from 1 March 2021 and complete the online entry form and upload your images. We regret we are unable to accept entries via any other method. The closing date for submissions is 31 August 2021. To advertise contact Carley: E: Carley@thetwmag.com

Three finalists for each of the four categories and the under 16 section will be invited to a private screening of their entries at the Pinewood Cinema at Shepperton Studios where the winners will be announced. The overall winner will receive a trophy and £100 and see their photo as the cover for one of the editions of the councils Bulletin Magazine Each category winner will receive a £50 cheque, a framed picture of their winning photo and a pair of tickets to the Pinewood Cinema Go to www.spelthorne.gov.uk/capture and complete the online entry form and upload your images. We regret we are unable to accept entries via any other method. Tag us in your photos using #capturespelthorne on Facebook (spelthornebc), Twitter (@spelthornebc) and Instagram (@spelthorneboroughcouncil).

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5. Bake for 12-15 minutes, they should still feel slightly soft to the touch once baked, but they’ll firm up once cooled. Cool completely on the baking sheet, then scatter with sea salt flakes to serve, if you like.

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Stunning new British plants for your garden this spring As the weather starts to warm up it’s a great time to treat yourself to some new plants for your garden. There are some stunning new varieties to choose from this year, many of which are grown in Britain. Sarah Squire, Chairman of Squire’s Garden Centres commented; “We are proud to stock a superb selection of new British grown plants this season. Look out for new varieties of Roses, Cordyline and Erysimum wallflowers among many others – the colour and scent will be truly amazing! Britain is home to some of the best growers in the world, and every year the quality and choice of varieties gets better and better. At Squire’s we always try to support local growers, in fact 80% of our plants are grown in Britain, many from nurseries that are very local indeed. This promotes our brilliant British nursery sector and reduces plant miles.” So, if you want top quality British grown plants that have been cared for by experts, buy online at www.squiresgardencentres.co.uk or head to your local Squire’s garden centre and stock up for spring! Great British plants available at Squire’s Garden Centres 1. NEW Erysimum ‘Winter Charm’ wallflower – this new variety of wallflower is fragrant and has multicoloured flowers in tones of yellow, purple and orange. It produces soft velvety blooms year after year from March to July (from £4.99). 2. NEW Escallonia ‘Showstopper’ – an easy-care evergreen shrub or a low hedging plant, this new variety has bigger brighter flowers from July to October with a neat, compact shape (£12.99). 3. NEW Heuchera ‘Frilly’ – this fun new variety has unique frilly leaves and is excellent for filling gaps between taller plants. It produces attractive caramel coloured foliage year-round (£10.99).

4. NEW Cordyline ‘Pink Star’ – with its distinctive shape and spiky raspberry and apricot-pink leaves this new variety will bring instant impact to large summer containers. Available late April (£17.99). 5. NEW Cordyline ‘Charlie Boy’ – this new variety is more colourful than ever with striped leaves in shades of burgundy edged in cerise pink. It works well in large summer containers. Available late April (£17.99). 6. NEW Euonymus ‘Gold Rocket’ – this new small upright, very hardy evergreen shrub with variegated leaves is perfect in containers and grows almost anywhere. Available early April (£12.99). 7. NEW Rose ‘Sommergold’ – a new yellow-gold climbing rose that’s bee-friendly (from £10.99). 8. NEW Rose ‘Ebb Tide’ – this new variety has deep smoky plum frilled petals and a spicy-citrus fragrance (from £10.99). 9. Forsythia – a deciduous shrub with bright goldenyellow flowers in spring (from £14.99). 10. English Lavender – sumptuous scented flowers that attract bees & butterflies (from £10.99). 11. Aubrieta – an abundance of purple flowers, perfect in a raised bed or rockery. Available early April (from £2.99). 12. Anemone ‘Harmony Double Scarlet’ – this striking plant attracts bees with its bold red flowers and bright green lacy foliage. It flowers from May to June (£10.99). 13. Clematis ‘Alpina’ –has a mesmerizing fragrance and delicate nodding flowers that suit high walls and sturdy fences. Very free flowering between April and May (£14.99).

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Staines Preparatory School and Sunflowers Nursery is a happy, welcoming school with a genuine family atmosphere alongside a first rate education. Following an ISI inspection in December 2019, we were proud to achieve the highest rating in all categories and we were shortlisted for the Independent School Parent’s Prep School of the Year 2020. Our Ethos of ‘Educating today’s children for the Challenges of Tomorrow’ covers far more than academic education and we take a holistic view to develop the whole-child. We nurture and guide pupils to be to be confident, lifelong independent learners and truly global citizens with natural integrity. Our Staines Prep Way values define a culture of community and respect which lie at the heart of school life. We use modelling and positive reinforcement to teach these values, integrating them into everything we do and respectful conversations help guide pupils in future decision making. A Growth Mindset approach is strongly embedded into our school’s culture and pupils learn the value of commitment to successful learning, develop discipline and a sense of responsibility and pupils perform exceptionally well in senior school entrance and scholarship exams. Our school facilities not only include inspiring classrooms but a science lab and art, design and technology suite which many senior schools would be envious of. We have a large sports hall and theatre space which all pupils take advantage

of from nursery upwards. Our environmental area, The Sanctuary, allows the children to bring science to life and learn to safely explore the great outdoors. We use Forest School principles to teach skills that can be used in the classroom and beyond, encouraging team work, responsibility and communication as well as building self-esteem and independence. The children are not limited in what they can do but instead are taught how to access and manage the risks in nature. We understand how hard our parents work and we aim to support them by providing wraparound care from 7.30am until 6.00pm. We are less than 5 minutes’ walk from Staines railway station and operate a school minibus service from the surrounding areas, making pick-up and drop-off that little bit easier. With a swift pivot to virtual learning in March 2020, our Senior Leaders analysed the best approach to ensure continued growth for pupils learning at home, and supporting key workers in school. Our StainesPrep@Home virtual learning programme combined live, pre-recorded lessons and independent work to enable parents to manage home-schooling around other commitments. With a strong focus on well-being, our ELSA had regular 1:1 sessions with pupils who needed additional support and all pupils had a 1:1 with their tutor or class teacher once a week. Through this blended learning and nurturing support our pupils continued to progress with 80% of our Year 6 pupils achieving ‘above average’ or ‘very high’ in cognitive ability assessments. A 50% improvement since 2019. Book a tour today to discover more about Staines Prep admissions@stainesprep.co.uk.

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Easter Holiday Fun Ideas I’m sure most parents are more than a little fed up with hearing the phrase ‘I’m bored….’ It’s been a difficult year for most of us, especially children/teens who have desperately missed their usual socialising at school and in their free time. Like most parents we have tried our best to try to keep their spirits up by keeping them busy, but a whole year of coming up with new ideas can be a little draining for even the most inventive individuals. Here are a few ideas that we will be trying over the Easter break! 1. Take a virtual trip – a number of museums, zoos and other organisations are offering virtual tours, one of our favourites is the Johnson Space Center – Boeing leads the tour through the Houston, Texas facility, covering the history and future of aerospace innovation. Have a search online for some interesting tours, most of which are free of charge. 2. Play come dine with me – ideal with teens, firstly decide on your teams and a prize for the winner(s), each team can then decide on a theme for their evening and create menus. You may want to record the preparation, the meals, and any entertainment, to show to friends or grandparents. At the end of each teams meal the guests score the chef out of 10, the scoring is kept secret – put score cards into labelled envelopes until the big reveal at the end. 3. PlpLan an Easter egg hunt – look online for inspiration for cryptic clues or novel suggestions for your hunt, you could also set up some fun activities such as a hula hoop competition, egg and spoon race, bunny hop sack race, pin the tail on the rabbit or egg toss. 4. Build a fairy house – gather materials from hedgerows, parks, and flowerbeds to create a tiny home for imaginary creatures in your garden. Get creative by adding touches like a To advertise contact Carley: E: Carley@thetwmag.com

carpet (moss) and a washbasin (an upturned shell). 5. Get crafty – Easter gives us a whole host of new craft projects that can be undertaken, pompom chicks, egg cress men, egg decorating, easter bunnies, easter bonnets and cards. The list is almost endless and will provide hours of fun to both little and older children. If you can’t face the mess, then wait for a dry day and take the activities out into the garden. 6. Build a den – all you need is a large blanket, some sheets, and cushions. This is a fun activity for little ones to play indoors or outdoors and should keep them occupied for a little while. 7. Play board games online family or frie nds – play Monopoly online (available on iOS and Android – for a small fee) it has an online multiplayer mode that lets you play private games with another household. Get the app to play Uno or The Risk: Global Domination, free on both iOS and Android. 8. Host a pamper day – we all love a pamper day in our house, put your dressing gowns on and indulge. Light some candles, put soothing music on, make homemade face packs and scrubs, soak your feet in warm scented water and treat each other to a hand massage, manicure or pedicure for a real treat! 9. Make a time capsule – include things that you have done during lockdown, such as crafts, letters, pictures, thoughts etc. You could collate a scrapbook together with pictures and memories from what you’ve got up to and how you felt throughout the past 12 months.

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William & John Lodge (6th Generation) Share the Secrets of Success in a Family Business Q: Lodge Brothers is the longest serving family-owned funeral business in the local area, what do you think is the secret to success when working with family? A: When a family business has spanned 240 years and has been developed over seven generations, the loyalty to each other is ingrained. The exchange of knowledge, mentoring and coaching from one generation to the next allows the progression of modernisation and new ideas in carrying the company forward. Over the years our reputation has been built on trust, recommendation and the quality of service we provide. Naturally, each family member strives to maintain that reputation for themselves and for each other. It is a real team effort.

Q. What is the biggest change you’ve observed in the last few decades? A. Many years ago, we, like our forefathers, called on our carpentry skills to build and French polish the coffins for each funeral. This was part of the service we provided. Automated machinery for the production of coffins was not introduced until the1960s by specialist suppliers. Although to this day our skilled staff still personally add the bespoke interior lining, handles and name plate for each coffin in our workshop. Over the generations, we have also observed a change in trends. There has been a gradual shift in philosophy away from the traditional religious funeral service, with sombre mourners dressed in black - now we see more secular services led by civil celebrants, with families opting to ‘commemorate and celebrate’ the life of a loved one, remembering their character and hobbies, and sometimes, introducing brighter colours to the clothes the mourners wear or request a coloured tie worn by our funeral bearers (e.g football related colours of blue or red). And, of course, popular music selections are now preferable to the traditional singing of hymns. Nowadays, with the rise in natural burials and ‘greener’ funeral options, the freedom of choice for our clients is far wider than ever before and it has been very interesting to see this develop. To advertise contact Carley: E: Carley@thetwmag.com

Q. Do you have a particular lasting memory from your years of service that has made you proud to be a Lodge Brother? A. We were honoured to be asked to care for the repatriation of the British servicemen who had died in combat during the Falklands War. Then, a year after the war ended, along with 11 members of staff, we spent three months in the Falkland Islands, locating and burying the deceased Argentinian soldiers who had died in battle, the interments either taking place at Port Stanley Cemetery, or repatriation arranged back to Argentina.

Q. The past year has been a challenge for everyone, particularly the funeral profession. What is your biggest hope for 2021? A. It has been a difficult year to observe, with so many bereaved families not able to invite as many family and friends to attend a funeral due to the restrictions of the number of mourners allowed, and sometimes not being able to have the funeral service in their usual place of worship. We look forward in hope that the new vaccination programmes will be successful and that infection rates will drop so that we can all get back to some sort of normality, allowing our families to say goodbye the way they want to. We personally are certainly looking forward to spending a lot more time with our children, grand-children and extended family and friends this year.

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An Update From The Mayor of Spelthorne While lockdown restrictions have limited many Mayoral activities over the past two months I have, nonetheless, been amazed at Spelthorne residents' determination to help others in need. I have been keeping myself informed of the work many residents have been doing to support their community. Our food bank volunteers have been ensuring our most vulnerable residents have been provided with meals. The local Aurora Rotary have been supporting our schoolchildren by providing computer facilities to their schools to help those who do not have access to their own devices. Education is the greatest gift we can give to our children and we must work hard to ensure that they have access to all essential equipment to help them in later life. I have been fortunate enough to have received my first dose of the Covid-19 vaccine on 20 January. I was very impressed with how the vaccination programme went and wish to add my congratulations to our local NHS teams for such a

successful rollout over the last few weeks. I would encourage residents to accept their invitation when they are contacted by the NHS and urge them to continue to follow the rules; notably around staying at home, wearing face coverings, maintaining social distancing, isolating and getting tested. Residents who can't work from home should get regular tests at our centre in StainesUpon Thames. Details can be found here: https://www.spelthorne.gov.uk/article/20019/ Symptom-free-tests-Targeted-Community-Testing Finally, I want to pay tribute to the staff at this Council who have been working tirelessly to offer support to our residents. I am particularly proud of the Support4Spelthorne initiative which has provided much-needed hot meals to our most vulnerable families and helped ensure all children have been supported over half-terms and holidays. I am also proud of our Send a Smile campaign, which has done exactly what it says on the tin to our residents suffering with dementia.

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A New Vision For Stanwell Events Stanwell Events are an important part of the community and have done incredible work over the past 2 years and especially during the pandemic with the launch of Stanwell Foodbank, community lunches, children's play sessions, cooking sessions and so much more. There are many reasons why Stanwell Events deserves the support of Stanwell Food Bank will benefit from extra storage, SFB has delivered over 450,000 meals the local community. Stanwell Events are an important part of the community and have done incredible work over the past 2 years and especially so during the pandemic. The Launch of Stanwell Foodbank, community lunches, children's play sessions, cooking sessions, events and so much more there are many reasons why Stanwell Events deserves the support of the local community. Talking about their new plans, this is what they had to say, 'Stanwell Events are committed to supporting Stanwell and the surrounding areas to access a wide variety of projects for all ages and generations. We have applied to Your Surrey Fund to help us raise funds for the exciting re-development of the existing 1960s building. We aim to extend and adapt the building and ensure it offers access to all, including disabled access plus new meeting rooms and office space.

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Spelthorne Business Initiatives and Support Spelthorne Borough Council’s Economic Development Team are passionate about supporting the business community throughout the borough. Here are just a few examples of the support and services that are available for your business in Spelthorne. Business Support – Covid Recovery/Post Brexit We are committed to supporting the business community through the disruption and challenges caused by Covid 19 and will continue to keep you informed of any opportunities of mandatory or discretionary grants. We are always keen to hear what you need to help your business sustain and grow. If you have any suggestions, please contact e.development@spelthorne.gov.uk Spelthorne Business Incubator The first ever business incubator in Spelthorne will be opening its doors in Spring 2021 to provide a coworking environment for start-up businesses, alongside an exciting programme of business support. Located in The Summit Centre in Sunbury, and delivered in partnership with Co-Tribe, the facility will offer flexible office space and working areas, hot desks, permanent desks and serviced office facilities for both new and existing businesses. For more details contact e.develoment@spelthorne.gov.uk The Spelthorne Means Business Awards 2021 Spelthorne Borough Council is proud to announce the launch of the 2021 Spelthorne Business Awards. These prestigious awards are designed to recognise our hard-working local companies and celebrate their achievements, showcasing the best that Spelthorne can offer. There are categories to cover all business sectors and every area of the borough – so don’t miss out!

Entry is free and can be on a self-nomination basis or businesses can be nominated by customers. For more information or to enter go to: www.spelthorne.gov.uk/sba Spelthorne Business Forum Want to be kept informed of the latest issues and support available? Want your voice to be heard? Want to promote your company on a dedicated local business directory? Then sign up to the Spelthorne Business Forum. The Spelthorne Business Forum is the free, dedicated online portal for the business community in Spelthorne – connecting business, the council and the wider community for the benefit of all. To sign up, simply go to: www.sbf.biz Spelthorne Borough Council welcomes Andy Willmott to the Economic Development Team. Andy is the new Town Centre Manager for Ashford, Shepperton and Sunbury, working with local businesses and partner agencies to encourage growth and recovery in the borough. With a background working at Surrey Chambers of Commerce, a Business Improvement District in Surrey and as a small business owner himself, Andy brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to Spelthorne.

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Ashford Jumble Trails Sunday 25th July – Ashford Jumble Trail, Middlesex started in August 2020 after a need for something the Ashford Town & local community could get involved in easily. Ashford North A simple concept You register your address as a seller, pay a small registration fee to help cover costs and then on the day set up your stall in your garden, garage, drive etc. and sell you unwanted items. In 2021 we are BACK!! Ashford Jumble Trails will start again on Sunday April 25th 11-4 and will run on the last Sunday in every month finishing with a Christmas Craft and Jumble Trail in November. The Town is split into two area: Ashford Town & Ashford North Ashford East & Ashford Common The Dates for 2021 are: Sunday 25th April - Launch Date - Full Town (All Areas) Sunday 30th May – Ashford Town & Ashford North Sunday 27th June – Ashford Common & Ashford East

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The Arts Society Runnymede THE ARTS SOCIETY RUNNYMEDE continues to bring its popular monthly lectures via Zoom While lecturers cannot be present in person, their lectures are live and followed by Q and A sessions. Guests are very welcome for a fee of just £5 and help is at hand for those not familiar with Zoom. To experience the next lectures and find out what the Society has to offer please contact info@theartsscocietyrunnymede.org.uk

CARAVAGGIO – MURDERER OR GENIUS Wednesday 21st April at 10.30 Caravaggio’s paintings inspired many artists during his lifetime and would go on to influence many more, from Orazio Gentileschi, Rubens, Gerard van Honthorst to Rembrandt.

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A Policing Update As we come out of Lockdown measures we know we will see an increase in crime activity. Take this time to review your home security. Consider visiting Surrey Police Website www.surrey.police.uk where there is a section on crime prevention. We ask all our residents to consider really basic security such as: *Side alley gates - renew padlocks and remove anything that can assist someone climbing over * Sheds and outbuildings - look to see if they need new padlocks or locks or even basic shed alarms *Bikes – if they are stored in garages or sheds are they also locked and secured so they cannot be removed easily- get them registered with www.bikeregister.com * Consider registering your property on immobilise * Take pictures of items that are expensive or rare *Consider joining your local Neighbourhood watch to get the latest updates and information. We are also experiencing a high number of Catalytic converter crimes. This crime is often a crime that you may not even be aware that is happening. The offence is usually conducted by two persons and can take minutes. Usually the offenders will approach a vehicle with a hydraulic jack and lift the vehicle and you may think they are just changing a tyre. However it looks 36

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Regular testing for school staff and students Regular rapid testing is already available to all staff at nursery, primary and secondary schools and colleges. Secondary school and college students aged 11 and above will continue to access regular rapid tests directly through their school or college. And we continue to encourage them to get tested. On return they will initially be supervised while testing at school and then continue to test themselves at home with test kits they will get from school or college. Nursery and primary school children are not being asked to be tested as evidence continues to show that children and young people are at low risk from Covid-19 and are very unlikely to get seriously ill.

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