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July looks to be a busy month, with the summer in full swing there are some fabulous outdoor music concerts coming up. I would particularly like to draw your attention to an event organised by The Guildford Lions and the Music Works in Milford - Opera in The Park at Hatchlands Park in aid of Cherry Trees charity on 9th July. I am proud to be part of Voices Choir which will be taking part in the event to help raise money for this local charity, so do look it up. In addition Guildford’s Fringe Festival runs throughout July, with many events listed in this month’s magazine, but for full details of what’s on, visit www.guildfordfringefestival.com. You can expect theatre, comedy, poetry, music, visual arts, children’s shows, workshops and talks - many with free entry.

Grange Park Opera Various dates throughout the summer With productions of Tosca, featuring Joseph Calleja, Die Walküre and Jenufa, plus an evening with Bryn Terfel and Zenaida Yanowsky, Principal Artist with the Royal Ballet, it will be a very special summer. Bookings are now open and you can see the 2017 Season Brochure, which includes a booking form, dates, ticket prices and a seating plan at www.grangeparkopera.co.uk.

Voluntary Action South West Surrey Voluntary Action South West Surrey is a local support and development organisation working with the voluntary sector to provide advice, support and information. If you would

like to find out more about the volunteer roles that are available and how you can get involved, you can contact their volunteer centres on 01483 565456 or 01252 725961 or email guildfordvc@vasws.org.uk.

The Young Whips Loserville Workshop Auditions Saturday 1st and Sunday 2nd July The Young Whips will now be an exciting new company called Whips: Youth Theatre. If you would like to be part of a smash hit musical ‘Loserville’ by Elliot Davis and James Bourne, please email them at juliamcclung@btinternet. com to book a place. They will rehearse and perform in West Horsley Village Hall. No previous experience needed just commitment and plenty of enthusiasm and there will be no fee for this production.

Albury Vineyard - Indian Nibbles and Wine Tasting Saturday 1st July 6pm-8pm The perfect class to spice up your taste buds! The event begins with a glass of award-winning Albury Estate sparkling and welcome from vineyard owner Nick, followed by an interactive session designed to demonstrate the principles of food and wine matching.

Alongside taster plates of three delicious North Indian dishes will be samples of six wines, each chosen to complement and wash down the Indian spices. Learn how spices like cumin, coriander and pepper and tamarind flavours can change the way we taste wine. Equipped Regain the use of your conservatory

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Basketball for Learning disabled young people Every Monday 6pm–7pm The Scorchers Foundation charity, who run alongside the Surrey Scorchers Pro Basketball team are running Basketball sessions for young adults 16+ with intellectual (learning) disabilities. The first session will always be free and then at a reduced rate of £2 per person. Taking place at St Peter’s School, Merrow on Monday nights. For more information please call 07810 122389 or email the foundation at foundation@surreyscorchers.co.uk.

Wonersh Village Fair - Volunteers and Stall Holders Sunday 2nd July Applications from parties interested in running a stall are invited and volunteers are requested on the day to help set up, run a stall and clear up. Help would therefore be appreciated during the morning to set up and/or the afternoon of the day of the Fair. Contact Francesca Rowe on 01483 890275 or francesca_rowe@btinternet.com (Chair).

Guildford Walking for Health Three mornings per week Guildford Walking for Health offers free guided short walks

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in all weathers, year-round. All abilities welcome. There are three groups: The Whitmoor Group meet on Friday mornings at the Jolly Farmer car park (GU3 3RN). The Fairlands Group meet at the Merrist Wood Golf Club GU3 3PD on Wednesday morning at 9.45am and the Boxgrove Group from the carpark at Boxgrove Park shops GU1 2PF at 10am every Monday morning. For more information, visit www. walkingforhealth.org.uk.

Merrow Village Bowling Club Open Afternoon Sunday 2nd July from 2pm-4pm A chance to try your hand at Lawn Bowls. Bowls will be provided by the club on the day, just bring flat soled shoes - trainers are fine. The Village Club Bar will be open and refreshments provided. All ages are welcome. Visit www. merrowbowls.wordpress.com for more details about the club.

U3A Singing Groups at The Millmead Centre Tuesday 4th July 2pm The Guildford and Milford U3A Singing Groups are combining to put on a show entitled ‘Music for a Summer’s afternoon’, at the Millmead Centre, Millmead, Guildford GU2 4BE. There will be something for everyone’s taste, from classical to musicals, calypso to easy listening - even some for audience participation. It is in aid of Shooting Star Chase - the local Childrens’ Hospices Charity. There’s no entry fee, just come and enjoy the afternoon. There will be a bucket

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A visitor admires a display of lilies at the RHS Wisley Flower Show © RHS, Carol Sheppard

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SUMMER at RHS Garden Wisley FOR MORE THAN 200 years, the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) has been the force behind the nation’s love of gardening, backed up by its core vision to ‘enrich everyone’s life through plants, and make the UK a greener and more beautiful place’.

A shining example of this is the charity’s flagship garden, RHS Garden Wisley in Woking, Surrey, which is one of the UK’s most visited and best-loved gardens.

This summer, RHS Garden Wisley has created a programme of activities to appeal to visitors of all ages, coinciding with its seasonal, show-stopping horticultural features.

Horticultural Highlights During the warmer months, RHS Garden Wisley bursts into life with vibrant colours and stunning planting schemes at their best. Here’s three ‘must-see’ displays for summer 2017: 1.The Mixed Borders In summer, these borders are one of RHS Garden Wisley’s main attractions. In their full glory from July, the plants mingle effortlessly to produce an intriguing display of colour and form, height and structure.

2.The Bowes Lyon Rose Garden Summer is a fascinating time when you can see the Bowes-Lyon Rose rose garden at its very best. Visitors will find roses of all shapes, sizes, colours and fragrances in this beautiful area of the garden.

3.Exotic Garden From July, an exciting new garden showcasing tropical and exotic-looking plants will open to visitors, providing an immersive, jungle-like atmosphere.

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Filled with impressive flowers and large juicy leaves of bananas, cannas, palms and much more, this new garden is a must-see.

Fun for all the Family To celebrate the 75th anniversary of Enid Blyton’s first book from The Famous Five series, RHS Garden Wisley has created a programme of activities based around the much-loved books to keep children entertained all summer long.

Kids running at RHS Garden Wisley ©RHS, Georgi Mabee

The star attraction will be the ‘The Famous Five on a Garden Adventure’ trail for young explorers, which runs from 22 July-3 September 2017. The trail was developed to encourage children to share Enid Blyton’s passion for the great outdoors by following its self-guided trail around the garden. Children taking part will be tasked with helping The Famous Five to find Uncle Quentin, who has gone missing on a horticultural research mission, with clues to discover and puzzles to solve along the way.

The 11th August marks another special anniversary for Enid Blyton, as it would be the author’s 120th birthday.

To celebrate the occasion, RHS Garden Wisley is hosting a mass picnic party in the beautiful surroundings of the garden. There’s no need to book, visitors just need to come along with a picnic on the day to join the fun.

Other fun activities will be running daily at the garden, such as craft and music sessions, as well as puppet and creepy crawly shows.

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Images clockwise from left: Cottage Garden in Summer at RHS Garden Wisley.

Copyright ©RHS, Lee Beel; Visitors walk along the Mixed Borders in summer at RHS Garden Wisley. Copyright RHS, Georgi Mabee; The Bowes-Lyon Rose Garden in Summer at RHS Garden Wisley. Both © RHS RHS, Lee Beel.

Celebrate Summer Making the most of the warmer and longer days, RHS Garden Wisley is hosting a range of events that enable visitors to experience the garden from a different point of view: • Wisley Late Evenings On 23rd June, 21st July, and 11th August, visitors can enjoy a late-evening opening of the flagship RHS Garden, and experience the tranquillity of Wisley after hours. Last entry 8pm.

• Summer Nights Open-Air Cinema On 14th-15th July an open-air cinema will screen classic movies Grease and Top Gun under the stars. Pre-booking is required.

• Arts Fest Enjoy a weekend of artistic celebrations in the garden from 15th-16th July, including live music, poetry, theatre performances, as well as demonstrations and workshops from The Surrey Guild of Craftsmen.

• Surrey Sculpture Trail Running from 19th August to 24th September, Wisley will provide the beautiful backdrop to a display of contemporary and traditional inspirational sculptures from some of the South East’s finest established and emerging artists. All will be available to purchase.

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Show, the visitor attraction will host a six-day floral extravaganza from 5th-10th September.

The event will feature a record number of nurseries and trade stands to make it the best show yet. Visitors can also gain access to expert advice and browse and buy from RHS Chelsea and RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower Show medal winners, along with other specialist nurseries. Garden trade stands will also be showcasing their top quality plants and garden sundries for guests to browse.

Visitors will also be able to see the stunning floral display by the National Association of Flower Arrangement Societies (NAFAS).

Entry into the Flower Show is free to RHS members.

With an exciting summer season ahead, why not take the opportunity to spend time in the fresh-air, have fun, and pick up some gardening inspiration along the way?

FIND OUT MORE Normal garden entry applies; events and activities are suitable for all the family. Further information about RHS Garden Wisley, including booking information and full event listings, can be found at www.rhs.org.uk/gardens/wisley.

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Stress at work Does the fact that an employee is signed off work with stress for a prolonged period of time automatically render them disabled within the meaning of the Equality Act 2010 (“the EqA”)? If so, this has serious practical consequences for employers keen to avoid claims of disability discrimination.

The Employment Appeal Tribunal (“EAT”) recently provided some useful guidance on the issue in the case of Herry v Dudley Metropolitan Borough Council.

The facts The employee in this case, D, was signed off work for several months with sick notes citing ‘stress and anxiety’, ‘work related stress’ and ‘stress at work’. The medical reports stated that “the behaviour of certain individuals [is] what is stopping [the employee] from returning to work…and causing him stress.” They also referred to “management issues…which are causing stress.”

The EAT considered whether D was disabled within the meaning of the EqA. The EqA broadly defines disability as a physical or mental impairment which has a substantial and long term adverse effect on the individual’s ability to carry out normal day to day activities.

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on normal day to day activities. The first employee is undoubtedly suffering from a mental impairment within the meaning of the EqA, the second is not.

Applying this to the facts of the case, the EAT considered that D was not disabled within the meaning of the EqA. D was unhappily reacting to what he perceived as unfair treatment of him at work but there was no evidence that his normal day to day activities were affected in any way.

The EAT was clear that the Tribunal was not bound to find that D had a disability purely because he had been signed off with stress for a long period of time.

What does this mean for employers?

When employers are faced with an employee who is signed off work with stress, thought needs to be given as to whether the individual has a condition which qualifies as a disability.

It should be remembered that work related issues can result in real mental impairment, especially for those susceptible to depression and anxiety. However, as has been demonstrated by this decision, an employee who is signed off work with stress for a prolonged period of time should not automatically be rendered disabled; medical evidence should be scrutinised to see whether a genuine mental impairment exists.

The EAT held that D was not disabled within the meaning of the EqA. They referred to a previous decision (J v DLA Piper) which highlighted an important distinction between a ‘clinical condition’ and a ‘reaction to adverse circumstances’.

Although both may claim to be ‘depressed’, the law differentiates between 1) the employee with clinical depression and 2) the employee who is unwilling to return to work until an issue had been resolved to their satisfaction, but who otherwise suffers little or no effect

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Waverley Dowsers Workshops and Meetings Dowsing is an ancient art with modern day applications such as checking foods. It is associated with finding water and lost things. Recently Waverley Dowsers ran an introduction to Dowsing Workshop for mothers and daughters and it is proposed to run another general workshop in October. Attendees will learn how to use a dowsing rod and pendulum and show how thought can be transmitted. They also meet in Godalming to hear guest speakers and have field day events when they use their dowsing skills. See Waverley Dowsers website, www. waverleydowsers.co.uk for information or telephone Michael Haxeltine 01252 541639.

Art of Ages Exhibition at The Brew House 4th to 9th July;opening event on the 8th July 1pm-3pm Art of Ages, curated by Glynis Lamond, showcases work by artists aged 24 to 89. An exhibition celebrating the creative spark, which runs through the family includes work by artists Ellie Foreman-Peck, Anna Garrett, Glynis Lamond, Betty McGimpsey and Stephanie Rolph. In our digitalised 21st century world five female artists are celebrating the process of making by hand. Art of Ages presents a range of media and styles all linked by one family, spanning three Generations, from mixed media drawing to woven textiles

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Simon Caine - Laughter Is The Best Placebo Thursday 6th July 7.30pm Simon’s life is a constant search for emotional and electrical outlets. If you can relate, this is the show for you. He has been performing stand up for over 6 years, done over 850 gigs and taken part in three Edinburgh Fringe runs. This is his second solo show. 55 minutes of stand up comedy at The Back Room of The Star Inn, 2 Quarry Street, Guildford.

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U.K. Inflation rate hits 2.7% p.a. - and how to beat it.

Bank deposits have now become unattractive. Whatever interest rate you’re getting on your capital (current average is only 0.4% p.a.) it is losing value at 2.7% p.a. To quote Mr Micawber - “result misery.”

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Celebrating Years of Cycling Tony Upfold on the Guildford-based Cycling UK, the world’s oldest transport organisation.

Millions of people around the globe are toasting a very special birthday this summer – none more so than those who work at the Guildford home of the world’s oldest transport organisation.

On 12th June 1817, German baron Karl von Drais demonstrated his latest invention, the draisienne – a two-wheeled horseless vehicle propelled by its rider. From the humble beginnings of the good baron’s ‘running machine’, the bicycle was born.

And that’s a 200th birthday worth celebrating from the point of view of

Cycling UK, the national cycling charity based at Parklands in Railton Road, Guildford.

Originally called the Bicycle Touring Club on its formation in the era of the penny-farthing, Cycling UK has been promoting cycling and protecting cyclists since 1878, nearly two decades before the RAC was founded.

By 1883, the organisation had become the Cyclists’ Touring Club – to appease the many early members who rode tricycles – and in April last year CTC entered a new era when it rebranded as Cycling UK. Since those far-off days of the Victorian cycling pioneers, oil-powered lamps have given way to LED lights, the old

Here are just some of the organisation’s achievements on behalf of cyclists over the decades:

• 1888: Legal right agreed for cycles to use the roads as ‘carriages’ – dubbed “the cyclists’ Magna Carta” at the time.

• 1885: London’s Richmond and Regent’s parks opened to cyclists – a forerunner of Cycling UK’s Space for Cycling campaign today.

• 1898: Landlady of the Hautboy Hotel in Ockham, Surrey, taken to court for refusing to serve CTC member Lady Harberton because she was wearing ‘Rational Dress’ – baggy knickerbockers and a jacket. The case was lost but led to more women’s cycling groups and was a milestone on the road to female emancipation. Fast forward 119 years, and Cycling UK’s Women’s Festival of Cycling is taking place throughout the whole of July 2017.

• 1886: Winged Wheel badge adopted. These appeared on inns and hotels recommended for cyclists, the ultimate accolade long before Michelin stars were being handed out. Many big, cast-iron Winged Wheels can still be seen today.

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CTC uniform of dark green serge jacket, knickerbockers and peaked helmet has morphed into figure-hugging Lycra (some would say for the worse), while cloth-backed maps and sepia-tint photographs have developed into GPS and GoPro. But one thing hasn’t changed: Cycling UK’s role as the voice of the everyday cyclist. Today, the organisation has 65,000 members - many hundreds of them in Surrey, Sussex and Hampshire – with 130 member groups and more than 600 affiliate groups across the country putting on thousands of rides each year.

It also organises nationwide projects such as the Big Bike Revival and Bike Week in a bid to get millions more people in local communities cycling, helping to counter the nation’s growing obesity crisis and ease pollution in the process.

Channel 4 News presenter Jon Snow, Cycling UK’s President, said: “Rebranding from CTC to Cycling UK last year provided a more appropriate reflection of what we do and what we are as an organisation in the modern era. Cycle touring is, and always will be, a fundamentally important part of Cycling UK and will continue to be the first love for many of our 65,000 members.

Images from above Pennyfarthing rider with CTC members, probably taken in the early 20th century; CTC organised the first Cyclists Special rail excursions in 1955; cyclists on the Downs Link.

“But our work and ambitions embrace so much more and our objective is to get everyone cycling in the UK. It doesn’t matter whether it’s on-road or off-road, whether you’re 3 or 103, male or female, disadvantaged or disabled, everyone should have the opportunity to cycle. It’s good for people’s health, fitness and wellbeing as well as bringing benefits to the environment and the economy.”

Those VantagePoint readers who already love life on two wheels will need little convincing about the fantastic cycling country on offer around the beautiful borderlands of Surrey, Hampshire and West Sussex – although a few of the main roads are worth avoiding!

Whether you cycle on or off-road, there are challenging hills, sunken country lanes, vast tracts of

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• 1923: Driving force behind the first National Bicycle Week. Cycling UK now co-ordinates Bike Week each June, with half-a-million people taking part in more than 1,000 events.

cyclists’ rights in the courts.

• 1947: First Cycling Proficiency Test held. This has since developed into the Bikeability scheme, resulting in nearly two million young people having formal cycle training.

• 1968: Right obtained to cycle on bridleways and long-distance cross-country routes.

• 2001: Cyclists’ Defence Fund set up to fight for July 2017

• 2007: Fill That Hole launched, enabling all road users to report potholes.

• 2015: First Big Bike Revival held, with £1million Government funding, aimed at getting thousands of forgotten bikes out of sheds and back into use.

• 2017: ‘Rides of Way’ published, the first stateof-the-nation report into the UK’s off-road cycling scene. Government’s Cycling & Walking Investment Strategy announced after a successful campaign by Cycling UK and its partners.

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Images from above: 'Running machines' in action in 1818; Cycling UK inclusive cycling volunteers at Alice Holt and Cycling UK Chief Exec Paul Tuohy.

common land and – in Surrey’s case – more trees than any other county in England.

The North Downs Way dissects the region, or, if you prefer your off-road cycling a little flatter, there’s always the Downs Link from Guildford to Shoreham-on-Sea, plus towpaths alongside the River Wey and Basingstoke Canal.

West Surrey CTC is Cycling UK’s official local group for the area, with members who live in or around Guildford, Woking, Godalming, Farnham, Haslemere, Camberley and Frimley. They offer mainly on-road rides at a range of speeds and over a variety of distances.

Fleet Cycling and CTC West Sussex are also member groups, while G-BUG – the Guildford Bike User Group – campaigns to make Guildford safer for cycling and is affiliated to Cycling UK. Other affiliated groups can be found in Farnham, Farnborough, North Camp, Alton, Aldershot, Bordon and Whitehill, Dorking, Horsley, Woking, Ash, Cranleigh, Leatherhead and Midhurst. You’re spoiled for choice!

Inclusive cycling is also a cause close to the charity’s heart.

As Chief Executive Paul Tuohy said: “For nearly 140 years, we have championed a simple belief – that cycling is a wonderful gift that should remain accessible and available to all. Where there are barriers, we provide ways to overcome them.”

To that end, Cycling UK supports vital projects such as Alice Holt Inclusive Cycling, near Farnham, where a team of volunteers devote their time and energy to help people with disabilities to enjoy cycling in a safe environment on a range of speciallyadapted cycles. The Alton Cardiac Rehab cycling group is another venture which plays a beneficial role in the local community.

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was launched in Harrogate on 5 August, 1878. After many years based in London, the organisation moved its national HQ in 1966 to 69 Meadrow, Godalming – named ‘Cotterell House’ after the founder.

In addition to the biggest rebranding exercise in its illustrious history in April last year, Cycling UK also celebrated the 10th anniversary of its move from Godalming to its current home in Guildford. About 30 staff now work at the office in Parklands, while there is also a Cycling UK team in Scotland plus a network of Cycling Development Officers across the country.

The organisation’s principal stated objective from day one was: “To promote, assist and protect the use of bicycles, tricycles and other similar vehicles on the public roads.” That aspiration is as true and relevant today as it was then.

Paul Tuohy added: “Cycling UK’s vision is for a healthier, happier and cleaner world because more people cycle – and joining our charity is a great way to find fun, friendship and fitness through the freedom that riding a bike brings.”

So it’s thank you to Baron Von Drais for his marvellous invention, and a quick note of gratitude to Scottish blacksmith Kirkpatrick Macmillan, who added pedals to the old ‘hobbyhorse’ in 1839. Here’s to the next 200 years!

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Family History Course at The Guildford Institute Until 7th July 9.30am-12.30pm This course will teach you how to trace your ancestors and help you gain skills in uncovering the past. They will look at birth, marriage, death, census and military records, enabling you to create a pedigree chart. Find out about your ancestors’ daily lives and discover details previously unknown to living relatives. The cost of the course is £112.50. Call 01483 562142 or visit their website for full details on this and their other courses www.guildfordinstitute.org.uk.

POP - A Magical Comedy Show Friday 7th July POP! Is a fun, dynamic and inspiring show, performed by the award-winning comedy magician Christian Lee – semifinalist of Britain’s Got Talent 2016. Mr Bean meets Charlie Chaplin, POP is a high quality theatre show most suitable for children ages 3-8 and their families. The show at G Live

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Guildford Walking for Health Plan New Walk Group This group would love to add a new walk on a Wednesday morning, with 30-minute and one-hour walks from The Watt’s Gallery in Compton and from The Seahorse Inn in Shalford. They urgently need volunteers to help run it.

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Wimbledon Choral Society at G Live Friday 7th July 7.30pm Wimbledon Choral Society is one of the UK’s best and most prestigious music societies. It has almost 200 members and they will be singing their hearts out at G Live in a concert joined by the Central Band of the Royal British Legion.

Straddling the centuries, from Zadok the Priest to a special arrangement of James Bond theme tunes by Captain David Cole. Visit www.GLive.co.uk for details.

Wey & Arun Canal Cruises Various dates from Friday 7th July to 6th September These include Pimms and Ploughmans Sunset Cruises, Pirates and Princesses Adventure Trips, Cream Tea Voyages and even Quiz and Nibbles. The boat departs from the wharf beside the Onslow Arms on the B2133 in Loxwood.

If you would like further details or wish to book seats on one of the special cruises (or enquire about private charters or weekend public trips, volunteering opportunities or membership), please call The Wey & Arun Canal Trust Office on 01403 752403 or email office@weyandarun.co.uk.

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Exhibition by Local Artist Jane Allison at Guildford House Gallery Until 8th July Jane has lived and worked in Guildford since 1984. She trained at Chelsea School of Art, at the Slade school of Fine Art and has worked as a professional portrait painter ever since. This exhibition comprises of paintings inspired by the town and it’s surrounding countryside. There are examples of portraiture including paintings of people who have a particular significance to Guildford including ‘Mr Guildford’ Bill Bellerby, Michael More-Molyneux, the Lord Lieutenant of Surrey, the Right Reverend Christopher Hill and Bishop of Guildford 2004-2013. Held at Guildford House, High Street, Guildford, GU1 3AH. Visit www.janeallisonportraits.com for more information about Jane’s work.

Harlequin Chamber Choir Concert Saturday 8th July at 7pm They have a programme entitled ‘My Spirit Sang All Day’ which contains an eclectic mix of styles and periods of music, ranging from Monteverdi and Mendelssohn to Gershwin and Richard Rogers, via Chilcott, Whitacre, Elgar and Sullivan amongst others. It will be held in Holy Trinity Church, Bramley. The concert is in support of Shooting Star Chase. Tickets at £10 (£5 under 18 and students) are available in advance from Robertsons in Bramley High Street and at the door. A free glass of wine or soft drink will be served in the interval. Contact Stuart White (stuartwhite@waitrose.com/01483 892645) to reserve tickets or further information.

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getting anything else from your stricken car. Possessions can be replaced, people cannot: sadly, over 1,500 people are killed or seriously injured on motorway hard shoulders every year.

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Modern cars are generally so reliable that we expect them to be ready to take us to our chosen destination regardless, yet they can quietly deteriorate over the winter months, meaning that their first longer summertime journeys, often at higher speeds and carrying heavier loads, can result in breakdowns or accidents. Half of all breakdowns occur as a result of basic mechanical problems which could have been avoided with simple checks.

And as well as disrupting your travel plans, breakdowns can be very hazardous. The hard shoulder of a motorway, or the side of a main road, is an incredibly dangerous place to be. So if you do break down, it’s vital to get everyone out of the car and into a place of safety as soon as soon as possible, even if it is raining. Generally, this will be behind any crash barrier, and as far from the carriageways as possible. Only then think about phoning for help. And don’t risk July 2017

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which are particularly common on cars which don’t cover many miles in the winter.

Probably the most important thing to do, though, is check your tyres. Not just for pressure and tread depth, but condition. All areas of each tread and side wall should be free from significant cuts, bulges or other weaknesses. This is not always easy to do, as the inner faces of your tyres can be hard to see but they are vulnerable to issues such as pothole damage or uneven tread wear due to misaligned wheels. I’ve been caught out in the past by assuming that a tyre was in good condition judging by the outside, yet it was so worn on its inner face that the steel cords were exposed – an accident waiting to happen!

Tread depth can be checked using a depth gauge, obtainable cheaply from the likes of Halfords, or simply use a 20p coin to see whether your tyres’ tread depths are at least 1.6mm.

Insert the 20p at several points across and around each tyre. If you can see the coin’s outer rim at any point the tyre is illegal and must be changed immediately.

Making sure you can see through the windscreen clearly may sound obvious, however it’s amazing how often sat navs and the like are mounted in a position to restrict vision. The law – and commonsense – says that nothing should be within the area swept by the wipers.

If your sat nav or phone holder is positioned like this, its restricting your vision – and is probably illegal

And whilst most of us probably clean the outside of our windscreens and windows regularly, less obvious is the need to clean the inside of the screen, where an insidious layer of grime can build up. This can often be tricky to remove, but a good proprietary car glass cleaner should quickly shift it, leaving your screen once again sparkling.

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So important are regular tyre checks that for peace of mind you may wish to get the experts at Kwik Fit or one of the many other tyre companies to do this for you.

I make no apology for highlighting the need for good tyre care, for this, more than any other, is the reason why so many summer journeys don’t go according to plan. Indeed, tyre problems account for over 40% of serious or fatal accidents caused by vehicle defect-related incidents. This tyre care is particularly important for vehicles which may have been stored over the winter such as caravans and classic cars, for tyres deteriorate with age as well as use.

Remember the rule – ACT responsibly: check Air pressure, Condition, and Tread depth regularly and always before any long journey.

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Finally, with your car in good shape – enjoy your summer motoring, and stay safe!

THE AUTHOR Andy Goundry spent his entire working career in vehicle design and development, and, since retirement has continued a close involvement with vehicles, writing for specialist magazines and websites, as well as producing his own motoring website www.autonews.uk.com

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The Chantry Singers Summer Concert Saturday 8th July 7.30pm The Chantry Singers change direction following the success of their last concert Handel’s Dixit Dominus and are now performing a light selection of songs from popular movies.

There is music for all the family from ‘West Side Story’, ‘The Rose’, ‘Watership Down’, to Disney favourites such as ‘Lion King’ and ‘Frozen’ and most recently ‘LaLaLand’ There is even a fun film overture arranged by their Musical Director Roy Rashbrook, you will feel as though you are at the cinema! Popcorn, wine and soft drinks available in the interval. Tickets are available from Guildford Tourist information Centre or via the choir on 01483 852493.

Held at St Nicolas Church, Guildford. For full details and more information about the Chantry Singers visit www. chantrysingers-guildford.org.uk.

Guildford Walking for Health will additional walks Until September An early evening walk at 6.30pm from the Jolly Farmer pub (GU3 3RN), Plus 2-3 hour walks on either a Tuesday or Wednesday morning. Email Guildfordwfh@outlook.com to get the programme of longer walks and reserve your place.

Woodland Fairy Fair Saturday 8th and Sunday 9th July 10am-4pm Calling all pixies, gnomes and fairy folk for a weekend of magical adventures in their enchanted woodlands. Follow

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by Shakespeare for Kids, be transformed with fairy face painting and watch a ballerina in the dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy. 2 for 1 adult admission, 16 and under free. Most activities are free with admission excluding tree climbing.

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Dashwood Day on the River Wey Saturday 8th July 9.30am The Wey & Arun Canal Trust and the National Trust are jointly celebrating the 150th anniversary of JB Dashwood’s adventurous journey down the River Wey along the Wey and Arun Canal towards the Solent. His mission was to see the Spithead Review in 1867 and he took his small boat ‘Caprice’ from Thames Lock at Weybridge, along the

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Sunday 9th July 7.30pm Peter Wear performs this mash-up of John Buchan’s iconic spy thriller and Alfred Hitchcock’s classic film presented as a 1950s radio play, complete with ‘live’ sound effects and full piano accompaniment. Inspired by the spirit of The Goon Show and in the grand tradition of British comedy, no stone has been left unturned, no seam un-mined, no plagiarism rejected, in search of an extra laugh. Held in the Back Room of the Star Inn, 2 Quarry Street, Guildford GU1 3TY. Tickets are £10 and can be purchased at www.GuildfordFringe.com or by calling 0333 666 3366.

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Macmillan Classic Motor Show and Family Fun Day Sunday 9th July 1pm-4.30pm Macmillan Cancer Support Guildford Area Group is hosting its 7th Classic Motor Show and Family Fun Day on the Clandon Park Estate, West Clandon GU4 7AA. There will be classics galore, full hospitality, food, drinks and ice cream, picnic area, children’s entertainment and pony rides.

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Opera in The Park at Hatchlands Park Sunday 9th July from 6pm The Guildford Lions are very kindly organising this spectacular outdoor concert to raise money for Cherry Trees, including fantastic operatic arias from popular

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musicals, such as Carmen, Don Giovanni, Magic Flute, La Boheme, Tosca, Rigoletto, Les Miserables, West Side Story and many more. The event will be held on the lawn at Hatchlands Park, raising funds for Cherry Trees and Guildford Lions Club. The evening’s entertainment will be provided by Andy Hart and his Music Works Team from Milford, including West End performers with a fifty voice choir. Set up your Picnic from 6pm concert starts at 7pm. Tickets £25 per person, parking free. For further information or to make a booking please contact Helen on 01483 222507 or email at events@cherry-trees. co.uk.

Guildford Humanists Talk Tuesday 11th July 7.30pm This month’s speaker is Paul Barrett and the talk is titled ‘The evolution of birds from dinosaurs and other aspects of evolution’. Paul Barrett is a palaeontologist at the Natural History Museum, with a specialist interest in extinct reptiles.

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Rob Butler at Physio 1to1 shares his personal view of the increasing popularity of cycling locally.

Physio 1to1 has a few rules… rule one is ‘always have minty fresh breath’. Rule two is ‘never discuss religion or politics’ and rule three is ‘every patient is different’ (hence the brand name).

My personal rule four used to be ‘never confess that you are a cyclist’. It is without doubt one of the most risky things I used to tell my patients. That is to say, it polarised their opinion of me. The use of local roads by cyclists is not without contention, that is for sure. However that radically changed last year when we formed Physio 1to1 Bike, and got off the fence. Now we are proud of our wheels! We now cater for ‘Stravausing, lycra-clad roadies’, ‘muddy, full-sus downhillers’ and ‘wetsuit-wearing – the bike is my best discipline’ triathletes. We even have an age group GB triathlete (and holder of multiple QOM’s) amongst our staff.

So I’m now proud to state that ‘cycling is undoubtedly one of my greatest pleasures’ in and out of my clinic. Cycling is also a July 2017

great way to get fit without placing too much stress on joints. Perfect for those with weight problems, those with osteoporosis (bone thinning), those with gym or lycra phobias (no it’s not essential for cycling!), and those who just enjoy being outdoors to get their fitness. Cycling has without doubt enjoyed a resurgence in recent years, however it has not been a smooth ride.

My wish is that all would share my enthusiasm, my aim however is more realistic. I want to help you understand Physio 1to1’s rule three, ‘everyone is different’. We treat each patient as an individual. I ask that you treat every bike as an individual. After all every ‘bike’ carries an individual, quite likely a person with a family and friends. Potentially someone who doesn’t actually want to inconvenience you on your commute.

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inconvenience that cyclists can present and consequently I will often mutter under my breath when they appear to be less than considerate. However, I am also very aware of the fragility of the cyclist, having witnessed first-hand cycling accidents and treated the aftermath of several, in my clinic.

I can assure you that cyclists present as individuals too.

I can hear the arguments now… ‘Cyclists don’t pay road tax’. To be clear road tax hasn’t existed since Winston Churchill abandoned it. All road users pay vehicle excise duty, including cyclists. Those vehicles that don’t pollute the atmosphere don’t pay (including electric cars).

Road maintenance is paid for by the entire community and hence roads are public access regardless of the form of transport. Indeed there are a few inconsiderate cyclists, as indeed there are a few inconsiderate drivers but please don’t assume we are all the same.

As pedestrians we see each other as human.

We are quite literally face to face with each other. This includes joggers (who also don’t pay pavement tax), however I realise the view of a cyclist is literally the opposite!

Believe me though behind (intentional pun) every lycra-clad bottom, is a human being.

So my appeal to all local road users is this: please can we treat each other with the respect we afford each other as pedestrians?

Treat everyone as you would wish to be treated irrespective of their chosen mode of transport.

Rob Butler is the Clinical Director of Physio1to1. Visit www.physio1to1.co.uk or call them on 01483 424470.

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If you have read this far you are probably a cyclist. Therefore I’m safe in admitting we have all cycled with inconsiderate cyclists.

You know who they are, the ones that give us a bad name. This is for them…

Guide for safe group cycling:

Obviously (one would hope).

Respect junctions and signals, don’t give cyclists a bad name.

abreast (as recommended in the Highway Code). When the road is wide enough, this allows cars to overtake safely over a much shorter distance. However do not constantly up the pace whenever a rider draws level to you. Known as ‘half-wheeling’ this is a definite no.

Communicate

Ride consistently and predictably

Don’t ride in the gutter

Always pass on received information within your group.

There are a number of hand signals which are important to be aware of. Ask any experienced cyclist.

Hold a straight line when possible. Be smooth on the brakes, if you stand out of the saddle, be aware, and don’t let your back wheel drop back.

Be Aware

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If you’re on the front of the group, don’t sit in the gutter.

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in front. Look past the riders in front. Always let riders around you know before moving position within the group.

Obey the rules of the road

Riding two abreast

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Horsley Garden Society This society hold flower and produce shows, meetings, lectures and visits to bring together those with an interest in gardening - from beginners to experts. New members and visitors are always welcome. Anyone interested in membership at the modest cost of £5 per annum should contact the Chairman, Roger Lindsay via email: r.lindsay339@btinternet.com or the Membership Secretary, Terry Lazenby via email on terrylazenby@terrylazenby. plus.com.

Horsley Floral Decoration Group Tuesday 11th July 2pm Demonstrator: Barbara Caldecourt subject ‘Moving through Time’. Club competition ‘Memories’. The Horsley Floral Decoration Group is a friendly afternoon flower arranging club. They meet at East Horsley Village Hall on the second Tuesday of each month (except August) at 2pm. They have a varied programme of Demonstrators, Speakers, In-house entertainment and trips. Visitors and new members are very welcome. Join them for fun, flowers and friendship - first visit free. For more details please phone Beryl on 01483 831422 or email bjg317@virginmedia.com.

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Horsley Decorative and Fine Arts Society Wednesday 12th July 10.30am Their AGM will be at 10.15am, followed by a talk ‘Mille Miglia: Cars and Culture’ by Libby Horner. The summer party for members only will take place after the talk.

Lectures take place every second Wednesday of the month (except August and September) in East Horsley Village Hall, Kingston Avenue KT24 6QT (coffee available 9.45am10.15am). Visitors (£5) and new members welcome.

For more information phone 01372 451015 or visit their website www.horsleydfas.org.uk.

Guildford Music Society Lunchtime Jazz Concert Wednesday 12th July 1pm Calling all Jazz lovers…. join this lunchtime concert with Jimmy Hastings and his Jazz set. This will be a great occasion to hear this well-known group that you cannot afford to miss. If you have an hour to spare, why not pop into the URC Church, 83 Portsmouth Road, Guildford GU2 4BS, where you will receive a friendly welcome. Admission is £10 at the door, or tickets from tic@guildford.gov.uk.

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MENTAL ILLNESS People suffer to varying degrees at different times, someone that you know may be struggling internally with their own mental health and yet appear outwardly to be fine. Often, it is these people that need the most help, people who feel unable to talk about their experiences and are struggling, silently, on their own.

At Oakleaf, we strive to tackle this issue. We work to reduce the stigma attached to poor mental health and we encourage people to talk about the challenges they face, share their stories and talk openly about their experiences.

OAKLEAF ENTERPRISE WAS honoured to be chosen as one of the partner charities for the Guildford Wine Festival, hosted by VantagePoint Events this May. The festival was enjoyed by both staff and volunteers where Oakleaf ran the blind tasting stall and keen individuals attempted to demonstrate their knowledge of wine.

The money raised from this event and other fundraising activities ensures that Oakleaf can continue to improve the lives of people managing mental ill-health, to promote awareness and to reduce the stigma associated with mental illness.

Do you know someone who is struggling with their mental health?

How many times each day does someone ask ‘how are you?’ and instinctively, we say that ‘we are fine, everything’s good’. But how are you really feeling?

What is underneath that surface? It is time to start answering honestly and to really listen when we ask that common question each day.

Together, we can reduce the stigma of mental health.

Let’s start talking. Let’s start listening and let’s make life work with mental illness.

Oakleaf is a mental health charity and social enterprise based in Guildford. We offer vocational training in upholstery, ICT and horticulture along with a huge range of social inclusion activities, advice, support and one-to-one counselling. At Oakleaf, clients gain new skills and hands on work experience but also increase their confidence levels, meet new people and improve their general health and wellbeing.

We’ve all heard the stats…1 in 4 of us will experience mental health issues each year and in fact 1 in 6 adults reported experiencing mental health issues each week. That’s a huge percentage of our population.

The more I talk to people, the greater awareness I have that almost everyone is affected by mental health issues in one way or another. Some of us may be dealing with our own mental health issues whilst others have family members, friends or colleagues that are struggling and need our support.

There are many different mental illnesses, from depression, anxiety and OCD to schizophrenia, bipolar disorder and panic disorder…the list goes on.

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by Hendryk Jurk from Guildford Borough Council’s Parks & Countryside Services. This promises to be an interesting look into the work of our local authority in maintaining and protecting these valued green areas. The venue is the Trinity Centre, Upper Hall, Trinity Churchyard, Guildford.

This is an open meeting, free of charge to non-members although charitable donations to Guildford Society would be appreciated. The Guildford Society welcomes new members visit www.guildfordsociety.org.uk for information.

Comedy with Nick Hall: Spencer Thursday 13th July 9pm As part of Guildford Fringe Festival, The Star Inn, Guildford have this one-man comedy play about the life and death of a forgotten British leader. Spencer Percival has one claim to fame; he’s the only Prime Minister ever to be assassinated. Unfortunately no one’s ever heard of him. 205 years later, Nick Hall tells his story at the Guildford Fringe.

In this inventive and hilarious journey through history, Nick brings alive the world of the 19th century, while drawing parallels with the present. In this discordant age of Brexit, Donald Trump, Jeremy Corbyn and Theresa May, could we still learn something from the past? Visit www. guildfordfringefestival.com/sessions/nick-hall-spencer for further details.

Summer Nights Open-air Cinema Friday 14th and Saturday 15th July Held in the grounds of Wisley, there will be outdoor film screenings of Top Gun and Grease for a relaxing summer evening in the garden. Ticket price for RHS members and non-members, £13 per person for each screening, earlybird price £11pp (up to six weeks in advance). Under 5s go free. To book visit www.summernightsfilm.co.uk or call QUAD Box Office 01332 290606.

New Gospel Choir Meetings in Farncombe Every other Friday at 1pm Started by Guildford Parkinson’s Support Group, local people with Parkinson’s in and around Guildford, as well as their partners or carers, can now enjoy the health and

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The Guildford Scrabble Group Every Wednesday 7.30pm-10.30pm This is a very friendly group who welcome all new players, from beginners to seasoned players. Meeting in Shalford Village Hall weekly. Car parking is free and the cost is £2.50 per evening, which includes tea, coffee, cake and biscuits. For more information contact Barbara on 01483 579873.

The Two Gentlemen of Verona… and a Dog called Crab 14th to 29th July 7.30pm, Saturday matinée 2.30pm GSC continue their ‘summer of love’ of open-air theatre at the University of Law Gardens with a new staging of one of Shakespeare’s earliest comedies, set in 1950s Italy.

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Romeo and Juliet, The Merchant of Venice, As You Like It and A Midsummer Night’s Dream. For bookings and more information visit www.guildford-shakespeare-company. co.uk or call GSC Box Office 01483 304384.

Surrey County Walkers Surrey County Walkers is a walking group offering walks predominantly in Surrey and neighbouring counties. Walks are usually 6-8 miles long for morning walks and 10-15 miles for all day walks. They have walks every weekend, usually in West Surrey, in the Farnham, Guildford, Woking or Dorking areas. Most walks are completed in a morning, followed by a visit to a local pub. For a full schedule of their walks throughout the year please visit www. surreycommunity.info/surreycountywalkers.

Experimental Drawing Workshop Friday 14th July 11am-5pm Join Watts Gallery to explore experimental drawing approaches including the use of projections, music, interpretive and collaborative drawing. See examples of Watts’s experimental and automatic drawing with the Watts Curatorial Fellow. The cost of the day is £65 including lunch. Visit www.wattsgallery. org.uk for full details and to book your place.

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The Unattached Group (TUG) TUG have planned countryside and London walks, local music events, theatre events, a river trip and are making arrangements for the annual summer party. A Surrey based group of about 70 single professional people aged 55-69 who enjoy times together including informal weekly pub meets as well as meals out, theatre and cinema trips, walks, quizzes, bridge, opera and book clubs and the occasional leisure weekend away. New members are most welcome and information can be obtained at www.theunattachedgroup. co.uk or from Maggie on 07855 008897.

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With Beth Otway

Best in Show at Chelsea!

The M&G Garden designed by James Basson was awarded a Gold Medal, the Best Construction Award, and Best In Show at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2017. I caught up with James at Chelsea to find out more about this special garden.

Beth: The surface of your limestone is different than I expected - I imagined it being rougher, like a cliff edge.

JB: Yes; if you look at photos of quarries, even after hundreds of years, they’ve got this kind of pristine feel, and so it is how it is. If you look up ‘Maltese Quarry’ you’ll see these sorts of lines. 'Troy' was filmed in them, 'Gladiator' was filmed in them, and they’re just these magnificent spaces.

Beth: How tall is the stone in the garden?

JB: That one is 8 metres tall – and 15 metres down, with piles to support it, to make sure it doesn’t move in the wind or anything.

Beth: Did you get any extra time to construct the garden?

JB: No. No extra time – we were going to have extra time, but for some reason it didn’t work, so we did it in time.

Beth: So you didn’t get an extra day, even though you had to finish a day earlier?

JB: No, everyone got an extra day.

Beth: What’s your favourite plant?

JB: There’s a little daisy called Pallenis spinosa, which looks… it’s just got this very golden flower to it, beautiful. I don’t know if you can see it from here – the plant might be over there, because we’ve planted the stand opposite too. It’s really a special one.

Beth: Are the plants going back to Malta afterwards?

JB: No, all of the plants are owned by Crocus, so they’ll take them back to the nursery. The plants were all shipped over. Some came from Sicily, some came from Rome, some came from Malta from a nursery who were amazing – they had all these native plants that you’re not allowed to take out of Malta; but we got governmental permission to do it.

Beth: So the Maltese Government supported you and your work to build the garden?

JB: Absolutely, yes. And all the stone was cut in Malta, then shipped over, and then the Maltese came over and helped to install it here at Chelsea.

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Beth: Are there any other secrets about the garden you can tell us?

JB: There’s lots of stories, like the knackered-looking tree up there is called a Tetraclinis articulata, and that is the national tree of Malta – and it’s a very hard thing to find. In my head, I wanted something really kind of gnarled, and old, and lots of character, and these were in the nursery car park to stop the trucks hitting the fence. I was like “oh my god, this is what I’ve been dreaming about”!

Beth: What is it about you and half-dead trees – you love them, don’t you?

JB: Yeah, I like it – I like natural beauty!

Beth: Me too, I love old apple trees, they’re just so beautiful, I think there’s really nothing for me as beautiful as that.

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Beth: In last year's garden, you had the little snail shells scattered around. Do you have any other secrets like that around, last minute things?

JB: We do, we do have another kind of shell in the garden.

It’s particular one you find all over the landscape in Malta, so we’ve scattered that all over the garden.

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many of them have work for sale year-round at their gallery in Moushill Lane, Milford. www.surreyguildofcraftsmen. co.uk.

Albury Charity Music Festival Sunday 16th July A wonderful mix of talented musicians will take to the stage to provide great entertainment all afternoon. Look out for new bands such as Head North and Science of the Lamps and local bands La Flamme, The Wey and Twenty Five Miles.

Students from ACM and up and coming acoustic musicians will also entertain, along with a couple of old favourites who play for nothing to help raise money for HomeStart. There will also be a raffle, auction, bouncy castle, BBQ, real ale, Pimms, ice creams and traditional tea tent. Admission to the festival is free with donations to our charities welcomed throughout the day. All details on their website www. alburymusicfestival.com.

Wonersh History Society Meeting Tuesday 18th July 8pm Trevor Sapey will be talking on ‘The Life and Death of a Tudor Sailor’. An exciting and true-life story of Henry VIII’s Navy miss this at your peril. Wine will be available during the evening and everyone is welcome. Held in Lawnsmead Hall, Wonersh.

Guildford Rambling Club Various dates during July and August Unless otherwise stated visitors are welcome to try out any of their walks which normally start at 10am. For details of the five mile morning walk from Thursley on Thursday 20th July, call David on 07935 887499. Chantal, on 01483 535971, has the details for the nine mile linear walk from Waterloo station on Sunday 23rd. For the eleven mile circular walk from Lurgashall on Sunday 30th July, call Mick on 07765 205353. And David on 07935 887499, is your contact for the ten mile circular walk from Beare Green on Sunday 6th August. Finally, the ten and a half mile circular walk on Sunday 13th August is in Ashdown Forest, on the trail of Winnie the Pooh. Call Steve, on 07957 803912 about that one. Full details of walks can be found at guildfordramblingclub.org.uk.

Comedy show with Paul Kerensa Thursday 20th July Coming to the Back Room of The Star Inn, it’ll be a short commute for Guildford-based stand-up comic and writer Paul Kerensa. Performing with Guildford Fringe Festival, Paul will unpick the medical quirks and tales that have led to him being the only navelless comedian! For more details and tickets please visit www.guildfordfringefestival.com/ sessions/paul-kerensa-navelless-gazing.

Busbridge Duplicate Bridge Club Monday and Tuesday evenings 7.30pm-10.30 pm Join this club of regular, weekly evenings of Bridge with refreshments during the break. For the months of July and July 2017

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September visitors are very welcome free of charge. All details can be found on their website; www.busbridgebridge. org.uk including arrangements for a partner if so required.

The club meets at Busbridge village hall.

Famous Five on a Garden Adventure at Wisley 22nd July to 3rd September Join Wisley on an adventure this summer to celebrate Enid Blyton’s Famous Five - there will be some jolly japes around the garden! Follow the self-guided trail and help Uncle Quentin uncover the clues about the Robo Bees. Enjoy themed crafts, den building, garden games and storytelling.

There will also be a themed tea party to celebrate Enid Blyton’s birthday on Friday 11th August - no need to book.

Free events and guided activities available every day, check the website for bookable events and all the details; www. rhs.org.uk/gardens/wisley.

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Hatchlands Park - Summer Bug Hunt Saturday 22nd July to Sunday 3rd September 10am5pm Look out for bugs and minibeasts as you explore the parkland and woodland with a fun summer trail.

Normal admission applies. No extra charge. Visit www. nationaltrust.org.uk/hatchlands-park.

Shere Village Cinema – ‘Ida’ Sunday 23rd July 8pm Anna, a young novitiate nun in 1960s Poland, is on the verge of taking her vows when she discovers a dark family secret dating back to the years of the German occupation. Tickets are £5 per adult. Book online at www. villagecinema.org, or join their Facebook page for news on all their showings.

Wotton & Abinger Flower Show Society Sunday 23rd July 2pm This annual summer show is being held at the historic Wotton House. Delicious cream teas and interesting plant sale. Entry forms for classes in the show are available from The Abinger Farm Shop. Classes include - Horticulture, Vegetables and Fruits, Flower Arranging, Homecraft, Cookery and a children’s section of competitions (from under 5’s to 15 years) There are prizes for ‘Best in Show’.

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Easy summer salads

Chicory, walnut, lardon and Roquefort salad Ingredients: 4 small chicory bulbs Smoked bacon lardons 1 apple 100g walnuts, roughly chopped 80g Roquefort, chilled 2 tsp finely chopped chives For the dressing: 1 tbsp Dijon mustard 1 tbsp white wine vinegar 2 tbsp water 2 tbsp best-quality walnut oil 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper Serves 4 The Happy Foodie

Cut the base off the chicory and remove any damaged outer leaves. Cut each chicory head in half lengthways and set aside. Fry the lardons until crisp. Halve the apple, remove the core and slice or dice finely.

To make the dressing, whisk the mustard, vinegar and water together, then trickle in the walnut oil

and olive oil, whisking constantly. Season to taste with 2 pinches of salt and 2 pinches of pepper.

Mix the dressing with the chicory, walnuts, lardons and two-thirds of the Roquefort. Arrange on a large serving dish or individual plates. Scatter the remaining Roquefort over the salad and top with the chopped chives.

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Ingredients: 2 large chicken breasts or leftover chicken 8 oz finely chopped celery 8 oz seedless grapes, halved 8 oz chopped walnuts 3 finely chopped spring onions 150 ml mayonnaise 1 tsp fresh tarragon, chopped Salt and ground pepper Serves 4 Sharon Chen

Either poach or sautĂŠ the chicken until cooked. Set aside and chill. Combine all the other ingredients

and add the chicken when cool. Season and serve with salad leaves or rocket.

Warm trofie, green bean, potato and pesto salad Ingredients:

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350g trofie pasta 150g fine green beans 150g small new potatoes For the pesto ½ clove garlic 1 big bunch of fresh basil 1 handful of pine nuts 1 good handful of freshly grated Parmesan cheese extra virgin olive oil Serves 4 To make the pesto: Peel the garlic, then pound in a pestle and mortar with a pinch of sea salt. Pick, roughly chop and add the basil leaves, then bash to a paste (or pulse in a food processor).

Add the pine nuts (very lightly toast first, if you like) to the mixture and pound again, then stir in half the Parmesan. Drizzle in some oil â&#x20AC;&#x201C; you need just enough to bind the sauce and get it to an oozy consistency.

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and keep adding a bit more cheese or oil until you are happy with the taste and consistency.

Trim the beans and cut into two or three. Wash the potatoes and cut into quarters. Bring a large pan of water to the boil and cook the pasta for 8 minutes until starting to soften. Add the new potatoes and cook for 5 minutes more, then add the green beans and cook for 3-4 minutes until tender.

Drain the pasta, potatoes and beans and return to the pan. Add the pesto and toss. Allow to cool before serving with chopped basil and extra parmesan.

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Dunsfold to Hascombe A shorter walk this month, given that we will be enjoying the heat of summer - I hope! This one also has the advantage of passing two watering holes, which of course may well be sorely needed. The walk takes you through woods and fields with some short climbs, one quite steep. The walk was submitted by Guildford Rambling Club (see guildfordramblingclub.org.uk).

The walk 1. Facing the houses, go left for a few yards to turn right into a road running back between the houses and away from the main road. Walk to a junction where a yellow arrow points left.

Here, go straight ahead along its graveled drive towards ‘Barns Meadows’. Pass the house on a narrow path along its right-hand side and reach Hookhouse Road. Go left along this road for about ½ mile. Walk past a left turn with a signpost left then past a left turn to Church Green and then past a left turn to Dunsfold Church. Also, pass the driveway to Field Place and keep going until reaching a sign pointing left to Pear Tree Green.

2. Follow this and walk up to take a stile at the right-hand side of Pear Tree Cottage. In the field go left, along its edge. Enter another field and then a wood. Walk through the wood to the other side and a T-junction with a wide track at

a 3-way signpost. Here, turn left. Follow the wide track. It swings right and then you fork right, off of it, at another 3-way signpost. The path climbs up to emerge at Markwick Lane at the side of Markwick Farm.

3. Go straight over the road and follow a footpath climbing away at right angles to the road. At a yellow arrow pointing right, go straight on. A few yards further up the track swings sharp right but you go on, following a narrow path slightly left and up into trees. Follow the path steeply up, forking right twice, until, at the top, emerging on a wider crossing track.

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4. Go right for 20 yards and then turn left along a wide but still unsigned track. Keep going for about under ½ mile, following the obvious track and ignoring lefts and rights. Eventually, at a cross paths, the path ahead starts to descend. At the bottom reach a T-junction with a field ahead.

Turn right and walk along the edge of one field and then straight on into another field. On the far side you reach the Godalming Road opposite the White Horse pub.

5. Cross straight over and take Nore Lane, a track running uphill along the right-hand side of the pub. Keep going. After passing Hascombe Place Farm, the track swings right but you carry straight on along a narrow path. You parallel fields (on your left-hand side). At the top of a small rise, ignore a footpath right immediately followed by a footpath left. Instead, carry straight on. The path descends through trees and swings right as it runs along the side of the hill.

6. At a T junction, with a tennis court on your right, go right. The path later emerges from trees to give you excellent views to your left and you pass a (modern folly) stone circle. Keep going and, just beyond it, reach a barn. Go over a stile into a small bare field and then out through DISTANCE: 9 miles OS MAPS: Explorer 133 Haslemere STARTING POINT: National Trust Ludshott Common car park (grid ref 852358, postcode GU26 6JG) in Hampshire, off the B3002 road from Hindhead, Surrey.

a gate onto the drive of Lodge House (which is away up to the right). Go left, down the drive. At a T-junction go right for 20 yards and then left over a stile into a field. Head straight out, keeping a clump of trees and scrub and reeds on your left.

7. Go over a stile onto Godalming Road and cross straight over into another field. The path heads slightly left straight across the very large field, crosses a farm drive and reaches Dunsfold Road.

Turn right and walk down about ž mile to the start point. The Sun pub is just beyond this.

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Walking Basketball at St Peter’s School, Merrow Every Monday 7pm–8pm Walking Basketball is a low impact but great cardio exercise suitable for all ages, sizes and abilities and for both men and women. Enjoy the camaraderie of being part of a team and meet new friends. For more information email bridget@walkingbasketballuk.com or call 07810 122389.

The first session is free and it’s a lot of fun!

The Staff Room at G Live Monday 24th July 7.30pm A new comedy containing a very high level of biscuit consumption hits the Bellerby Studio, G Live as part of the Guildford Fringe Festival. The Staff Room examines the life inside a state school staff room. Three teachers, One staff room. But what’s the subject? Behind closed doors three teachers form an unlikely friendship. Bonding over fad diets, Instagram abs and the government’s impending sugar tax – in this school it’s not just the students who have lessons to learn. Sometimes all that matters is biscuits and banter. Tickets are £12.50 and can be purchased by calling the Box Office on 01483 369350 or online at www. guildfordfringefestival.com.

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St Catherine’s Flower Arrangement Club Thursday 27th July 2pm This month’s demonstration is from Cherie Mendis entitled ‘A Load of Old Tate’. Visitors are always welcome to spend a relaxing afternoon. The entry fee of £6 includes tea and biscuits. For further details please contact Betty on 01483 272938. Held in Shalford Village Hall.

Shere Museum presents An Evening of Music Saturday 29th July at 8pm Held in James’ Church, Shere, with Leslie Pearson, distinguished keyboard player with film, TV, orchestra and Lindsay Brightwater, keyboard player with performing credits from Ozzy Osbourne, orchestras, Buckingham Palace and BBC. Tickets are £15 and includes light food refreshment and a cash bar. Tickets from outlets in Shere; Crumbs Bakers, Co-Op Welcome, Sandwich and Museum Shop.

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Inside Clandon Park In 2017 visitors can once again step inside this remarkable house This year our walkway has been extended so that you can stand inside the State Bedroom and the room most associated with Clandon; the awe-inspiring Marble Hall.

6 April–23 July (Thu–Sun and bank holidays) 26 July–29 Oct (Wed–Sun and bank holidays) Timed tours between 10am and 5pm Booking required: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/clandon-park or 0344 249 1895

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Hatchlands Park - Pony Magic Every Friday in August, plus Bank Holiday Monday, 12 noon to 3pm Pony rides for children. A truly magical experience, with beautiful, safe ponies and experienced handlers. Children are led on a 3-5 minute ride, suitable for 2-11 year olds.

Normal admission applies plus £3 per ride. Visit www. nationaltrust.org.uk/hatchlands-park for details.

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revelry guarantees a day out like no other. A fast-paced, all action jousting tournament will amaze and astound whilst daring displays of weaponry, archery and cannon fire will enthrall as fully armoured knights prepare to meet in a thunderous battle. Visit www.loxwoodjoust.co.uk for full details and bookings.

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Did you know that 1 in 10 of us have left a job due to stress? Oakleaf Enterprise is a mental health charity based in Guildford. They can advise about mental health in the workplace and offer training, information and advice to help you support your staff. For more information about setting up a charity partnership with Oakleaf, please email camillidabreau@oakleaf-enterprise.org.

Cats Protection Guildford and Godalming Branch.

Sunday 6th August 11am-4pm Please give your kind support at the Alice Festival, Castle grounds, Guildford. Would you like to become a volunteer to help on fundraising days? If so, please call 01483 422529 or email Guildfordandgodalmingcatsprotection@hotmail. com or find them on Facebook, Cats Protection Guildford and Godalming branch. All funds raised will go to help unwanted and abandoned cats whilst they wait to find loving new homes.

The Loxwood Joust 5th, 6th, 12th and 13th August 10am to 6pm Hear ye, hear ye, tis just two months until you can be transported back in time to experience all the wonders and mediaeval mayhem of the Middle Ages. The Loxwood Joust returns and discounted advance tickets are now on sale.

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Hatchlands Park Open-air Theatre Sunday 6th August 7pm-10pm Join the all-male cast of The Lord Chamberlain’s Men for Shakespeare’s fast-paced farcical comedy, Comedy of Errors. Let the players whisk you away as Antipholus searches for Antipholus in this tale of mistaken identity, merchants, masters, servants and a long-suffering wife over the course of one hectic day. Adult £16, child £8, family £40. Booking essential through Guildford TIC on 01483 444334 or www.nationaltrust.org.uk/hatchlands-park.

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Guildford Natural History Society

Would you recognise the song of a nightingale? Can you tell sneezewort from figwort or ragwort? Do you know where to find silver washed fritillaries?

If not then Guildford Natural History Society can help you.

If you do know the answers, you may teach them a thing or two.

During the winter, the society enlivens dull Thursday afternoons, twice a month, with talks at the Guildford Institute on a variety of topics including travellers’ tales, gardens and general natural history. There are also short walks throughout the year to enjoy what the changing seasons bring.

Recently they have looked at the rich variety of trees in Guildford, explored the River Wey and visited the Chantries and Sheepleas. They visit places of interest nearby, accessible by public transport where possible, enjoying birds, butterflies and wild flowers.

In the summer there are coach trips to look forward to. Recently they have been to Sissinghurst, Seaford and Mayfield lavender fields among others, and enjoyed the Floral Fringe Fair at Knepp Castle, Sussex. All their events are organised with the emphasis on enjoyment and whether or not you are an expert, there is always something of interest to be found.

Guildford Natural History Society was first formed in 1893 under the title 'Guildford Natural History and Literary Society' and is still going strong, having shortened its name in 1908. Indoor meetings have always been held at the Guildford Institute in Ward Street. Their library holds a selection of the society’s records dating from 1904 up to the July 2017

Images from top left: Lizards, Burnet moths and a Marbled White

1930s, beautifully illustrated by hand – no word processors in those days - and with a number of photographs.

The activities described sound very similar to today’s, but some were quite adventurous, including an annual night walk to hear Nightingales and in June 1927, 100 members gathered on St Martha’s Hill at 4.30am to view the eclipse of the sun.

Enthusiasm and an appreciation of the natural world are the main requirements and they are always pleased to welcome new members.

FIND OUT MORE If you would like to find out more, contact Vanessa McClure on 01483 303417 or Bridget Hopkins on 01483 275826.

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G Live Creative Arts Week Monday 7th to Friday 11th August An action-packed week of holiday activities! Perfect for anyone aged 7-16 who likes to be creative, the G Live Creative Arts Week is back. The course aims to teach new skills, help improve existing ones and gives participants the chance to meet some new like-minded friends. This Summer’s Creative Arts Week is inspired by all the fun of the circus. Over the course of the week, work with circus ensemble; Silver Lining to learn skills in acrobatics, trapeze, hoop diving, street dance and much, much more. Each day, young people will have the opportunity to try different skills and then to spend time developing performances to showcase to family and friends at the end of the week. Visit www.glive.co.uk for bookings.

Held at the Royal Grammar School, Eastgate Gardens entrance, Guildford, GU1 4AZ.

University of the Third Age Enrolment Day Friday 25th August 2pm-3.30pm The University of the Third Age is an educational selfhelp organization for those who have reached the stage in life where they are no longer in full time employment.

The group draws on the experience and knowledge of its members to set up shared learning, common interest, and activity groups. The Guildford area has over 1,700 members and offers over 100 courses and interest groups.

So join them to find new interests or rekindle old ones, laugh, and make new friends. Telephone 01483 222572 or email secretary@guildfordu3a.org.uk for more details.

All Aboard the Wings and Wheels Shuttle Bus Saturday 26th and Sunday 27th August Compass Travel (Sussex) Ltd have confirmed their support of Wings and Wheels again by providing their invaluable public bus service from Guildford Train Station to Dunsfold Aerodrome. Tickets can be purchased in advance online through the Wings & Wheels shop: www.wingsandwheels. net/shop. Seats will be available on a first come first serve basis over the event weekend. All profits from the 2017 service will be donated to Help for Heroes. Refreshments are available and there is ample parking. For further information contact The Secretary, Mrs Robyn Cormack on 01483 224603.

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Wings and Wheels RAF Line-Up Confirmed Saturday 26th and Sunday 27th August 9am-9pm Wings & Wheels is delighted to confirm the RAF Red Arrows will be headlining the 2017 air display along with the RAF Typhoon Display team and the Lancaster and two Spitfires from the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight. The teams will be displaying both days at the historic setting of Dunsfold Aerodrome, near Guildford in Surrey. Advanced rate tickets from £22 for adults or £50 for a family. Single child tickets (for children aged 5–15) will be £7. Children under 5 go free. For more information visit www.wingsandwheels.net or to book standard tickets call 08712 305572.

GUTS Motor Tour Sunday 17th September The annual GUTS Motor Tour takes place slightly later than usual and will take in a lovely 50-60 mile route from Passfield and ending at a fabulous private classic car collection near Farnham, where participants have the opportunity for a private view before or after enjoying a bring-your-own picnic. This is a great fun event with a ‘fiendish’ photo quiz and a great raffle, all in aid of GUTS – Fighting Bowel Cancer at the Royal Surrey Country Hospital.

Tickets cost £80 for a car and two people. Preference is given to veteran, vintage and classic cars. Numbers limited but there are a few places remaining. Please email gutsmotortour@gmail.com or call 01483 421601 for more information.

Amitiés Françaises From Thursday 21st September They are putting the finishing touches to their Annual Programme of lectures in French starting on Thursday 21st September. The first talk will be given by one of their favourite speakers, Eric Simon, and it will be on the Franco-Prussian war, an event, which started a half-century of war in Europe and email john.petty@which.net if you would like to join and he will add you to their list. Visitors are welcome. Visit www.amitiesfrancaises.com for further information.

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