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8 Attention Gardeners and Garden Designers

Ian Coult on Godalming in Bloom

10 Are you having a Bad Air Day?

Andy Goundry on Tyre Safety Month

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14 Championing Sport for Young People Phil Kemp discovers plenty of local opportunities 21 Travel Andy Church looks at themed cruises 24 Gardening Beth Otway meets the Allium expert 29 Food & Drink

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• THE EDITOR'S NOTE It’s been a good year for blackberries.

Humphrey sniffed them out in late July and almost everywhere I walked afterwards unearthed another bumper crop. The same was true in France, where my mother was busy making jars and jars of blackberry jam every other day. Not really being a jam eater, I decided to make my haul into blackberry gin, following my sloe gin recipe. I will report back in a couple of months as to whether or not it has worked!

Talking of sloes, there was also a great harvest in France, so I brought some back and will add them to the sloe gin I am also making. Given it will contain both French and British sloes, perhaps this should be christened the ‘Entente Cordiale’ vintage with which I hope I can toast a successful and amicable Brexit…

The main article this month is written by Phil Kemp, an old friend of mine with whom I worked in my first ‘proper’ job over 20 years ago. We kept in touch and Phil has agreed to work with us on a more regular basis. He loves getting out and about, meeting and talking to local people and writing wonderfully readable articles about them and their life and work. Any suggestions from readers are always gratefully received, please just email me.

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Attention Gardeners and Garden Designers Ian Coult tells us about Godalming In Bloom EACH SUMMER, the committee of Godalming in Bloom runs a friendly, lighthearted competition for those in Binscombe, Busbridge, Farncombe and Godalming who love gardening and are willing to show their pride and joy.

Whether it is a small patio overflowing with plant pots, a large garden with many different areas, an allotment full of healthy fruit and veg or flowers for cutting, plants tended by small hands at a school or the naturally decorated surroundings of commercial premises, all are welcome to enter our competition and be judged by a panel of knowledgeable gardeners.

The 2017 awards ceremony was held at the Wilfrid Noyce Centre in July, when the entrants, with friends and family, gathered

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to learn the results of the judging. The awards followed recent visits to more than fifty sites by the judging teams, ably assisted by ‘expert’ judges and both the Mayor and deputy Mayor of Godalming. The prestigious ‘Gardener of the Year’ trophy was awarded to Farncombe resident Catherine Yakuba, whose skills were demonstrated by a beautiful array of healthy and interesting plants and a well thought out wild area and bug hotel.

Many other trophies were awarded, covering all the various categories and pictures were shown of the winning entries. There were special awards and our youngest winner was a threeyear-old who entered the best scarecrow.

In 2018, we will commemorate the 100th anniversary of the armistice of the First World War. This important event will be marked by Godalming in Bloom with a special design competition. From an inspired idea by former Mayor David Hunter, the committee of Godalming in Bloom has developed an opportunity for new and experienced garden designers to show off their skills and to be remembered themselves.

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Images, clockwise from far left: Pupils from Busbridge Infants show judges around their garden; award-winning fuchsias; the Gardener of the Year, Catherine Yakuba (left), shows judges around her garden; and the Cricketer's landord, Aaron Price, celebrates winning best new pub garden.

The commemorative garden will be at Nightingale Road cemetery, on the site of a recently felled cedar tree and will be roughly oval, about 4 metres by 3 metres, with some flexibility1 for extension.

It must interest to visitors _Jan17:Layout 05/01/2017 10:07 Pageprovide 1 throughout the year and sit comfortably in its surroundings, with any planting and landscaping materials in keeping with a Victorian era cemetery.

There is a design brief available with details of acceptable materials; a £2000 budget is secured for plants and materials, with labour provided free of charge. The winning

design will be announced next summer at the annual awards ceremony and the garden opened during the armistice weekend in November 2018.

A full list of the winners and more information can be found on the Go Godalming website, as well as details of the competition for 2018. http://gogodalming.org.uk/index php?page=godalming-in-bloom

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With Tyre Safety month upon us, Andy Goundry takes a look at the issues of poor tyre maintenance The need for the annual tyre safety campaign in October has once again been underlined by recent research carried out by the tyre safety charity, TyreSafe.

These investigations revealed that Britain’s motorists could be wasting up to £600 million* on unnecessary fuel bills. Why? Because the research** suggests as many as 57% of car and van tyres on the roads are being driven below recommended inflation pressures, increasing both vehicles’ fuel consumption and the risk of being involved in an incident.

As a result, the question the tyre safety charity is posing to the country’s drivers during October’s Tyre Safety Month is: Are you having a Good or Bad Air Day? 35% of tyres are seriously underinflated Chances are that most motorists are having a bad air day without even knowing it, especially as a shocking 35% of tyres are being driven at least 8psi (0.5 bar) below the vehicle manufacturers’ recommendation. At this level of under-inflation, tyres are not only more vulnerable to damage and wear more quickly, but they also

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make the vehicle more difficult to control. This is because the pressure in the tyres has a decisive influence on the way your vehicle accelerates, brakes and corners.

In fact, when pressures are as little as 7psi below the recommended setting, they can halve the amount of tyre in contact with the road***. That can be especially dangerous in the wet as the chances of aquaplaning are significantly increased.

This, as the name suggests, is when the tyre is literally sliding on top of a thin layer of water on the road, giving no steering or braking grip whatsoever. In these circumstances, you and your passengers are absolutely powerless to influence the speed or direction of travel of the car, meaning that such events can often end badly.

Stuart Jackson, Chairman of TyreSafe, said: “The sheer number of tyres being driven below recommended pressures demonstrates a concerning lack of appreciation among drivers of the risks and costs this brings with it. It’s the most common tyre defect and seemingly taken lightly but drivers should remember that it brings with

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research demonstrated that having tyre pressures 6psi lower than recommended can use 3% more fuel. Not only that, but for every 10% a tyre is underinflated, its wear can also increase by 10%.

How do I check my tyre pressures?

The appropriate tyre pressures can be found in a number of places, such as in the owner’s manual and also often on a front door pillar or behind the fuel filler flap. For smartphone users, a handy online pressure checker App is also available at tyresafe. org. And note that there are usually different pressures specified for the front and rear tyres.

Tyre pressures should be checked at least once per month and also before any long journey.

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Pressures should be checked at least every month and also before long journeys. They are also likely to need adjustment if you intend carrying a heavy load such as a full complement of passengers and luggage. These alternative settings will be found in the same places as mentioned previously.

Always check your pressures after the vehicle has been standing for a few hours, because tyres heat up and pressures increase after the car has been driven for some distance.

Most filling stations have air pumps where tyre pressures can be checked and adjusted if necessary. However be wary of using these, as, not only will your tyres probably be warm as a result of driving to the garage, the machines can sometimes be inaccurate due to abuse or lack of calibration.

Better to invest in your own tyre pressure gauge.

These are readily available either from shops such as Halfords, or online, and are not expensive, particularly when set against the costs mentioned earlier. They are easy to use, however if you really aren’t able to do it yourself, any garage or tyre dealer will check the pressures for you, probably for a small charge, of course.

References: * TyreSafe study using Department for Transport data 2016; Michelin’s Fill Up With Air data (compiled over the past eight years); The Society of Manufacturers and Traders; and fuel at an average cost of £1.21 per litre ** Michelin’s Fill Up With Air data (compiled over the past eight years) *** Maxxis International UK PLC

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LOCALLY SPORT is very much alive and well and there are many exciting opportunities for youngsters to get involved in a sport of their choice. Throughout

our local areas, there is a wellestablished network of clubs and sports councils enthusiastically promoting sports in their own particular area and ensuring that young people are welcome to come along and have a go.

National sports bodies including Sport England work closely with schools and colleges to encourage participation in sporting activities for young people to, in Sport England’s words, ‘Increase the proportion of young people aged 11-18 who have a positive attitude to sport and being active’, and to ‘Increase

the number of children who are physically literate – in other words confident and competent in sport and activity’.

I decided that the best way to find out exactly what is happening with youth sports in our area was to talk with some of the local sports councils.

They have hands-on experience across all sports disciplines and are extremely pro-active when it comes to ensuring that sport remains accessible to all.

“At Sport Godalming we run taster sessions, a Sports for All Day, where local clubs provide specialist instructors giving youngsters the opportunity to experience a particular type of sport,” explained Simon Crowther. “This is often in the form of a 15-minute taster session. Haslemere and Farnham have similar events".

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Haslemere, have for many years been enthusiastic in championing sport for young people.

“Junior sport is where things are really happening,” emphasised Peter.

“All of the Haslemere clubs are pushing on with the juniors. Beacon Hill Youth Football Club is one of our star clubs in this aspect.

Every year they have a tournament, where they have 80 teams there and 500 kids come along from all over the area to take part. Haslemere Rugby Club often have about 250 juniors on a Sunday morning.”

revolution, and I share the concern that many parents have in how many hours are spent slumped on sofas staring at smart phone screens instead of perhaps getting active and engaging in person with friends - as was the norm for previous generations. I asked our experts what they thought.

From left: Simon Crowther (Sport Godalming), Peter Lawrence (Sport Haslemere), David Gill (Farnham Sports Council)

“Farnham offers young people a wide range of opportunities to get active and have fun”, added David. “The biggest provider of sport and recreation in the Farnham area are the community sports clubs. We are very lucky, in our area the clubs are just amazing. They virtually all offer youth sections and provide for young people and they welcome everyone in the community.

It’s easy to take part or find out more, just get in contact with them by checking out their website contact details, or simply pop along to a sports club of your choice.”

His fellow experts nodded in agreement. “The social side of sport is so important, and to get them off their mobiles and communicating with their peers is great to see. They have fun taking part and even if they don’t make it to the first team they can still play at lower levels.”

Peter’s comment struck a chord with Simon who added: “Sometimes children have difficulty engaging with others, but if you can get them involved in team sports it can prove to be a real plus for them to build relationships. It’s something they will carry through the rest of their lives.”

There are also sports bodies providing for facilities and activities in other areas including Guildford, The Mole Valley, Midhurst and Petworth. All of the councils act as umbrellas for towns and villages near to them so it will be worth contacting the closest one to find out what is available local to you.

Local schools and colleges of course provide sports facilities and coaching for pupils, although on availability it

We are living in an age where there are so many distractions especially given the social media

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“Sport in our area plays a key role in improving the physical and psychological wellbeing of young people. It often contributes to higher levels of self-esteem, motivation and selfworth”, explained David. “It can have a major influence on health issues in children and younger people including the prevention of obesity. Participation in sport and exercise is likely to contribute to better achievements at school, including socially and academically. It really can change young lives for the better.”

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is not a level playing field with differing levels of provision. This is where local clubs come in to their own.

“Sport Godalming tries to work closely with local schools to raise the profile of local clubs,” Simon explained. “Last year we ran a Schools Challenge to celebrate the Olympics and Paralympics with Broadwater, Rodborough, Woolmer Hill and Glebelands schools. Over two hundred pupils across all four schools took part making for a very successful event.”

Peter held up a colourful leaflet emblazoned with the slogan ‘Pick up and play – have a go!’ and covered in pictures of different sports in action. “We organise the Haslemere Festival of Sport in August, and in Farnham their similar festival last year over the August bank holiday attracted 2,000 participants of which the majority were youngsters.

“Active Surrey, which is part of Surrey County Council, ran the Surrey Youth Games at the sports park in Guildford which was absolutely brilliant. There were hundreds of young participants taking part, each wearing a coloured shirt relevant to the

other young sportsmen and women too as it shows them what opportunities are available.”

borough they were competing for. Waverley came sixth which was a great achievement.”

Although having never been particularly good at playing sports in my youth, a situation which sadly hasn’t changed in adulthood either, I found myself really wishing that I had had the opportunities that are presented to young people today. I would have been hooked!

And what of those youngsters that really take to the sport of their choice and show real promise?

“Sport Haslemere runs the Create a Star programme where we annually award £500 to ten upand-coming youngsters who are showing potential on a national or even international level in their sports. The award motivates

“Sport Godalming has three levels of funding, which is greatly helped by grants from both Godalming Town and Waverley Borough councils. This funding provides a balance between those at the top of their game to intermediates and relative newcomers who may be competing on a county or national level. Our Go for Gold is aimed at potential Olympians and Paralympians.

This provides a grant-aid scheme to help subsidise the costs of participating in their sports.”

The overall message from all three of our sports council chairmen was clear and simple. Come along and have a go – you won’t know what you are missing until you try. And that of course applies to everyone regardless of age.

Perhaps the last word should be left to Peter who poses the question: “Why play sport? In a single word, it’s ‘enjoyment’ – enjoying sport, making friends - it’s the most social thing in the world to do!”

Phil Kemp is a Godalming-based writer and photographer. www.weyriver.co.uk

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In a previous article we discussed cruising for the first time, and why cruising can be for everyone. In this article, we will look a little closer at cruises which are designed to attract those interested in a particular subject – whether that is a hobby, interest or geographical field. Themed cruises are a growing part of the industry aiming themselves at holidaymakers who want to dig deeper into a specific area of interest – and there are many different themes to choose from – both on ocean and river ships.

In almost all cases these cruises will appeal to those who just want to experience the destinations, as much as to those who want to explore their passion. This means that a couple or a group can all travel together, with some enjoying immersion into their chosen area, whilst their partners or friends can just enjoy a regular cruise.

Wine is something that appeals to many, and the possibility of discovering more about it, and particularly being able to sample the goods, makes wine themed cruises extremely popular. Indeed, many river cruises wend their way through some of the best wine-producing country there is. Cruises around Bordeaux are offered by many of the river cruise lines with the most luxurious, Uniworld, offering a cruise called ‘Bordeaux, Vineyards and Chateaux’.

region is also known. Explore Saint-Émilion’s astonishing 12th-century Monolithic Church, and enjoy the beautiful Médoc vineyards on a bicycle. It’s immersion in all things wine, with tastings and incredible food – as is the case on all of Uniworld’s cruises. On Uniworld everything – that’s food, drinks and excursions - is included.

This year’s hottest spot for river cruising is the Douro in Portugal, where most of the major cruise lines offer an itinerary which will include some visits to wineries, along with both wine and port tasting. Most also offer pre or post cruise extensions to what is usually a 7-night cruise – either in Porto, or with a short journey up to Lisbon.

Some take it further though. Amadeus Cruises are offering three specific wine themed cruises in 2018, with cruises on rivers which are not necessarily so obvious – the Rhone, Rhine and the Danube. On all these cruises you have the opportunity to visit four vineyards. Amadeus are all inclusive apart from the excursions, so these tours are in addition to the base price. However, this means that if you are travelling with someone who is not so interested they can opt out by either staying on the boat or enjoying a different excursion entirely. These cruises do include a

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Captain’s dinner and a wine dinner – both of which include wine pairings – and a Master of Wine on board to share their expertise at lectures and wine tastings.

Cunard’s Queen Victoria hosts its first dedicated Voyage du Vin, calling at some of Europe's finest wine and port destinations including Oporto, Lisbon and Vigo. On this sailing in 2018 guests have a unique opportunity to join the new Cunard Wine Academy, where they can elect to take the Wines and Spirits Education Trust Level 1. The Academy will also feature a bespoke series of dinners, tastings and masterclasses with leading Iberian wine producers and experts to satisfy the interests of oenophiles, from budding beginners to advanced enthusiasts.

Something a little different can be found on the Holland America cruise ship MS Koningsdam – an intimate venue at which wine connoisseurs and novices alike can experience the art of winemaking. Called BLEND, it is run in collaboration with Chateau St. Michelle, Washington State’s

P&O offers masterclasses with legendary chef Marco Pierre White

oldest and most acclaimed winery. Guests are able to blend their own wine and enjoy it either at dinner or in the privacy of their own stateroom.

Given that so many people consider themselves to be 'foodies' these days, it is no surprise to learn that the cruise lines are catering more and more to this market. From having famous chefs demonstrating onboard (James Martin

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Christmas Market cruises are another growing sector with more and more cruise lines offering short breaks to see markets as diverse as Antwerp, Amsterdam, Brussels, Rouen, Honfleur, Hamburg, Strasbourg, Bremen, Budapest and Vienna to name but a few. These are either short 2-3 day trips on ocean cruise liners or 7-day river trips and sail in November and December.

Some cruise companies offer Christmas Market cruises

There are cruises which offer African safari excursions, or to see caimans and sloths in the Amazon. From fitness to painting, the variety of cruises on offer today is truly extraordinary, and whether you have an existing interest, or want to learn about something new, it’s likely that you will find a cruise to suit.

and Marco Pierre White on P&O for instance) to being taken to extraordinary restaurants along a speciality river cruise, getting your hands-on quality cuisine has never been easier.

We will discuss more in a future issue of VantagePoint, but in the meantime, please call GoCruise if you would like some help.

Almost all cruise ships these days have a variety of extraordinary places to eat, but many now also offer other experiences, such as culinary academies, where you will be taught all manner of cooking techniques.

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The Allium expert • GARDENING

With Beth Otway We’ll follow whatever the client wants, we had one client who was only in the UK between May and September, so every plant in their garden had to be flowering then. But most people want their garden to be low-maintenance, but pretty for as many months of the year as possible.

We've designed child-friendly gardens, bee-friendly gardens; we enjoy creating whatever type of garden the client wants. People have strong feelings about colour, so we select plants from the specific colour palette that the client wants, but we love plants, so we want to put as many in the garden as we can!

Jackie Currie at Hampton Court (Beth Otway)

Inside the Floral Marquee at the RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower Show I met Jackie Currie, a passionate Allium expert and Garden Designer from Surrey.

The RHS judges presented Jackie with a Silver-Gilt Medal for her first ever exhibit at Hampton Court, which featured some of Jackie's National Collection of Alliums.

Beth: Congratulations on your beautiful Allium exhibit and success here at Hampton Court Jackie!

Jackie: I am pleased with a Silver-Gilt, but that’s not what it turned into, what it turned into was meeting a myriad of amazingly interesting people, from top botanists and horticulturists, to amateur gardeners. They were so interesting and interested, it made me realise how much plants and gardens connect people – and that’s what it was all about. I am grateful to my fellow Garden Designer Lorraine, my business partner, who has helped me to assemble this exhibit.

Beth: Do you maintain the gardens?

Jackie: We get somebody in to do the actual physical hard landscaping, and we do all the planting – we don’t get somebody in to plant it. We feel that need to work the soil to double-check that the plants we’re putting in will cope with the conditions; sometimes you start digging and somewhere is moister than you’re expecting, or drier, so occasionally we have to make changes. So we do all the planting ourselves. We only ever plant from October to March; we don’t plant in the summer because I think plants just sit there and don’t cope very well; it’s best for the plants to become established and settle in over the winter. So we have started to maintain gardens in the summer as well.

Beth: What area do you cover?

Jackie: The Guildford area, through to the other side of Petworth. Lorraine lives in Petworth, so we have quite a few clients there, and because I’m up this way, we do Guildford, Godalming, Fernhurst, and Brook.

Beth: Tell me all about your garden design business Jackie.

Jackie: It’s called Euphorbia Design. Lorraine and I are unusual garden designers in that we’re more plant-based - we’re very keen on our plants. A lot of designers are very keen on their hard landscaping, but they’re not that knowledgeable on their plants, whereas our thing is that we’re really passionate about our plants. We won’t put a new plant into somebody’s garden unless we’ve trialled that plant for a couple of years.

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Jackie: The summer flowering ones: Allium nutans, Allium senescens, Allium tuberosum, and Allium angulosum. They’re easy peasy Alliums, stick them in the ground and they’ll grow.

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Jackie: Right plant, right place. It's really important. Also, soil preparation is Beth: Do you have any gardening ambitions? everything, you have to prepare the soil properly, dig it over by hand, and get rid Jackie: I would love own an Allium nursery! of the rubble. We use mushroom compost because it’s weed-free. A few years ago Beth: What a great ambition, I am sure that you will! there were problems with chemicals that had made it into manure based composts. Jackie: Yes, it’s just finding somewhere really.

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1kg pumpkin, peeled, deseeded and chopped into chunks; 2 carrots, chopped into chunks; 2 onions, chopped into chunks; 2 tbsp olive oil; 750ml chicken or vegetable stock; 150ml double cream; freshly grated nutmeg; salt and black pepper.

Serves 6 1. Preheat oven to 220 C / Gas 7.

2. Place pumpkin, carrots and onions in a baking dish or roasting tin. Drizzle with olive oil.

3. Bake for 40 minutes until the vegetables are soft but not blackened.

4. Pour the stock into the pan, add the vegetables and bring to the boil, then simmer for 10 mins.

5. Purée until smooth. Return to pan over low heat and stir in cream, nutmeg, pepper and salt. Heat gently; serve.

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Ingredients 1.5kg pumpkin; 1 litre water; 2 oranges, sliced into thin semi-circles; 3 lemons, sliced into thin semi-circles; 100g fresh ginger root, finely shredded; 1kg preserving or granulated sugar.

Makes a 1.75kg jar of marmalade

1. Peel the pumpkin and remove all the seeds and fibres. Slice the flesh into pieces and grate coarsely lengthways, so the strands are as long as possible.

2. Put the grated pumpkin in the preserving pan with the water, oranges, lemons, and ginger. Bring to the boil, then simmer for 25-30 minutes or until the citrus peel is just soft.

3. Add the sugar, stirring until it has dissolved. Return to the boil, then cook over a medium heat for 25-30 minutes or until the mixture is thick enough for a wooden spoon drawn through the centre to leave a clear channel.

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It's nearly pumpkin time... • FOOD & DRINK

Garlicky pumpkin risotto Rich, creamy and delicious - this pumpkin risotto is a great dinner party dish from Ursula Ferrigno Ingredients For the pesto: large bunch basil, leaves and stalks torn; 3 garlic cloves, roughly chopped; 3 tbsp pine nuts, toasted; olive oil; 50g parmesan, finely grated For the risotto: 6 garlic cloves, peeled; 1.4l hot chicken or vegetable stock; 85g unsalted butter; 400g/14oz piece pumpkin (unpeeled weight), peeled, seeded and cut into 1cm cubes; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 small onion, finely chopped; 400g arborio rice; 100g pecorino, finely grated; 50g parmesan, finely grated For the crispy shallots: 50g shallots, finely chopped; 100g plain flour, seasoned with salt and pepper; vegetable oil, for shallow frying Serves 6 1. Make the pesto. Pulse the basil, garlic and pine nuts in a food processor to a coarse paste, adding enough olive oil to produce a loose-textured purĂŠe. Pour into a bowl and fold in the parmesan.

2. Blanch remaining garlic in boiling water for 3 mins, until slightly softened. Drain, return to the pan with 200ml/7fl oz of the chicken stock and half the butter. Simmer for about 15 mins until the garlic is soft and coated in the syrupy stock. Remove from the heat. You can do this up to 4 hrs in advance.

3. Heat oven to 200 C/fan 180 C/gas 6. Toss the pumpkin cubes with the olive oil in a roasting tin, and roast for 10-15 mins until the flesh is just tender.

4. Make the crispy shallots. Dust them in the flour and shake off excess. Heat 2cm oil in a large pan and fry until light golden brown.

Drain and keep warm.

5. Sweat the onion in the remaining butter in a large shallow pan until soft, about 5 mins.

Tip in the rice, raise the heat and toast until translucent. Lower the heat and add the remaining stock a ladleful at a time, stirring well until the stock is completely absorbed before you add the next ladleful.

6. Once the rice is al dente, fold in the 2 cheeses, garlic cloves and pumpkin and cook for 2 mins. Serve with a drizzle of pesto and the shallots on top.

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Artist in Phil Kemp is inspired by stone carver Simon Keeley’s introduction into how even beginners can transform a rough block of stone into a work of art.

THE ART of stone carving can be traced back over thousands of years and has laid an inspiring and fascinating trail throughout human history.

Hands of hope

Local stone carver Simon Keeley, who is both award-winning artist and teacher, is an enthusiastic sleuth when it comes to finding examples of ancient carvings to inspire his own work and his pupils. He regularly researches at museums, but such is his dedication he also tours historic sites in Italy for a few weeks every year seeking inspiration from the ancients.

Simon’s life with stone started when he trained as a stonemason over twenty years ago, subsequently working in Lincolnshire specialising in heritage projects. However, his fascination of working with stone inspired him to train as a stone carver, for which he has built an impressive reputation.

This has resulted in regular commissions and invitations to demonstrate his skills at high profile arts events throughout the country.

I was invited by Simon to join him at his workshop for a personal introduction to his world of stone, and to understand what drives a craftsman of his standing.

Surrounded by examples of his work it also gave me the opportunity to see first-hand exactly how a stone carver turns a block of rough stone into a work of art.

“My stone carvings start with a drawing,” explained Simon, as he opened a large portfolio filled with sketches and photographs. “I studied at the City & Guilds Art School in Kennington where I had a fantastic drawing tutor who really got my drawing skills going. She taught us

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ARTIST IN STONE

how to do three-dimensional drawings enabling us to give some real depth and structure to them, and gave us an idea of what 3D is all about.”

The drawing table we were chatting next to had several large sheets of paper taped to its tilted surface, and on which Simon has been sketching the detail for his latest commissions.

“It’s all to do with understanding form, the way it moves and turns in space. And here you can see I have used vertical and horizontal gridding on the sketch which enables you to plot exactly where things are in relation to each other.

“I moved onto sculpture after I completed an MA in Art & Architecture. The course involved a lot of interactive discussion as you worked your sculptures, and this helped me develop my communication skills to then move on to teaching others.”

Simon moved around his studio as he started to take me step-by-step through the creative processes he follows and those he teaches to his students at the regular workshops he runs.

“Having started with a sketch the next step is to do a clay model. I transfer this to the soft block of clay by overlaying the sketch and pricking through to give the outline. It’s the traditional method of transferring designs into clay for you to start creating your clay carving.”

We moved away from the bench, where Simon was demonstrating on the flattened block of clay, to the back of the workshop with its impressive array of models, casts and finished carvings.

“From the clay model you’ve now carved we then make a plaster cast which is more durable. Many stone carvers work straight from the clay, but having the plaster model is also a practical way of preserving the work.”

Having been side-tracked by me enthusing over an enormous clay of a boar’s head - complete with impressive tusks and a face so realistic I was convinced it was watching my every move - Simon continued with his explanation.

“I use a process where we make a waste mould, again using the traditional method and which incidentally they still use today at Madame Tussauds. I start by pushing a shim all the way through the middle of the clay model to create two halves.

This is then coated with plaster mixed with gouache, a type of paint that creates a different consistency to the cast plaster.”

Simon pointed over towards some large buckets where he concocts his various plaster mixes. “After that I make an icecream type of plaster which we build up on the mould until we have two halves that we can later pull apart when it has

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The wild boar clay model

dried. Having cleaned all the clay out of the mould we close it up again and completely fill it with plaster. Once set we can gently start to chip off the outer plaster mould watching out for the layer with the gouache mix - which warns us we’re getting close to the surface and to work carefully.”

“And from there you start to work on your stone, chipping creatively away to follow the shape and form of the plaster model next to you. There’s always freedom in your carving as you don’t have to be slave to the model.”

The short period of time I spent with Simon made me realise why he is so well-respected.

And not just because he has worked on commissions at various heritage sites including Westminster Abbey, appeared on TV and won national arts awards – but also because he demonstrated just what an enthusiastic and skilled teacher he is too.

He runs popular stone carving workshops for members of the public and regularly undertakes commissions to work on everything from memorial stones and carved house signs through to classical and contemporary sculpture.

Phil Kemp is a Godalming-based writer and photographer. www.weyriver.co.uk.

FIND OUT MORE Visit Simon’s website – and for details of his stone carving workshops including his courses at Birtley House in Bramley near Guildford click on his ‘teaching’ link. www.simonkeeley.co.uk

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WEY AND GODALMING NAVIGATIONS The Wey Navigations is one of the earliest navigable waterways in the country, running from Godalming down to Weybridge and dating from 1653. Since 1964 it has been owned and managed by the National Trust.

One of six lengthsmen, Robert Craig looks after the length between Guildford and Shalford.

The beginning of April got off to a good start with a ‘make your own nesting box’ event held at Dapdune Wharf. For this I had prepared thirty small nesting boxes in kit form which could then be assembled by our visitors. They could be purchased for a small fee or donated to the trust at no charge for use along the navigation. The weather was fine on the day and the event was well-attended with all the nesting boxes being assembled.

time last year when we experienced a lot of heavy downpours.

The routine business of vegetation management continues along the navigation. The conditions this year have encouraged a lot of growth. I’ve been kept busy mowing the lock sides and moorings, strimming the towpath and pulling up as much of the invasive Himalayan balsam which grows by the river as possible. At the time of writing the majority of the balsam has gone to seed and I’ll have to wait until next year to resume my battle with it.

During August a large alder tree growing in Shalford Park came down spanning the navigation.

Despite that particular section being broad it still blocked the whole width of the waterway and some of the towpath. As the tree was growing on Guildford Borough Council’s land their tree officer was contacted and dealt with it quickly. In order to enable boats to pass whilst waiting for the contractors the smaller end of the tree was cleared by our maintenance team and members of the crew on Surrey Care Trust’s boat Swingbridge 2. A joint effort, resulting in the Farncombe Boat House hire fleet being able to return on time that day.

As we head into October I shall be looking forward to making a start on the annual winter cut back of the towpath vegetation, and very probably an increase in disturbed nights attending to my weirs.

The Mayor and Mayoress of Guildford visited Artington parish aboard the National Trust’s electric launch Seeway in April. Again, we were lucky having good weather on the day and the trip from Millmead lock upstream to Stonebridge in Shalford was very enjoyable.

The unusually dry April also meant that I had ideal conditions for getting the locks on my length painted. So St Catherine’s and Millmead locks were painted without any showers spoiling the finish.

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Beare Charlwood DEVIL'SGreen PUNCH to BOWL: HIGH ROAD AND PINE VALLEY This 10-mile walk takes you through woods and fields to a lunch stop in Charlwood. The walk was submitted by Guildford Rambling Club (see guildfordramblingclub.org.uk).

• THE WALK 1. Continue along the Newdigate Road for about ¼ mile, passing Palmers Farm, to find a footpath, left, by the start of the track to Willow Tree Farm. Follow this alongside a stream. It then runs a short way through a private garden and turns right to cross the stream and a stile and reach the Willow Tree Farm access track. Turn left to walk along the track.

Take a footpath out left into a field, immediately before the farm’s gate. Ignore the immediate left and, instead, go a few yards forward and turn right to traverse a gap into a field. Walk around the field anticlockwise to the far side and, just past a large oak, take a path right. Walk up the left-hand side of the next field, through a gap and along the lefthand side of another field to a road.

2. Do not go out on to the road, instead turn away right to walk a few yards towards a building and then turn left to walk along its access track. It runs alongside the green in Newdigate. Turn and head half-left across the green, aiming towards the Church. Exit the green, between a couple of benches in a shelter, on to a road opposite a shop. Turn right and walk along to the Six Bells, opposite the Church. Cross to walk up Church Lane. Walk as far as the vets and cross over to take a path right, into a field by the side of the vets. Head out parallel to the right-hand side of the field at first but continue forward when the field expands out to the right. Go through a gate into another field and cross it halfright. Go through a gate and along the left-hand edge of the next field.

3. Exit over a footbridge and continue straight ahead and through a gap into another field. (See a farm and caravans off to your left.) Cross the field and go over a stile onto a wide track at a 4-way signpost. Continue straight ahead (east) along the

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left-hand side of a field. (See a lake away to your right.) Pass a 3-way signpost and continue straight ahead towards trees. Go over a footbridge, through a gate into a field and along its left-hand side. Exit through a gate onto a track and turn right. At a bend, follow a path which breaks away on the left to run along a fence and continues in a strip of trees between fields. Go through a gate/stile on the left and immediately turn right to walk south, still in trees, with a fence to your right. You are in Cudworth Copse. There is a stream to your left. The path swings away to the right. Quickly turn left to walk roughly parallel to the stream. There is no obvious path but stay parallel to the stream until you see a footbridge over it, on your left. Cross the footbridge. You are now heading east again.

4. Pass a stile / duckable gap and continue on for a little way before dropping off to the right and passing a stile/gap to reach and cross another footbridge on your left. Go up a short slope and walk in trees parallel to the stream which soon runs through the bottom of a little valley that it has cut for itself.

Stay parallel to it until you can cross it to the left. In the field on the other side, head half-right, running alongside a little ditch to reach the corner and exit on to a track. Turn left and walk to a road. Cross, jinking left, and turning right along a path at the side of a field. At the end of the path, take a stile on the righthand side to continue forward for 5 yards to reach a wide track. Jink left and take another wide track right (NOT the little path heading off into bushes just before it). Ignore rights and lefts. Eventually, go down some steps to a bridge and cross it (or maybe just jump over the stream). Climb some steps on the other side and continue forward, ignoring lefts and rights. Eventually the trees on the left-hand side

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become a field and then there are fields on both sides. Emerge at the end of a dead-end road in Charlwood. Walk along it to a T junction at the point where Russ Hill becomes Rectory Road. Go straight across and along the footpath opposite to turn left at the far end along The Street. Look, on the left, for the Half Moon or a place to picnic.

5. After lunch, continue left on The Street and walk past the Norwood Hill Road junction. After about 200 yards there is a footpath right, just past Barbers Cottage. Follow this for about 1/3 mile to reach Stan Hill (a road). Turn left and follow the path at the side of the road until you can turn left along Beggars House Lane. Follow this for about a mile.

Along the way it becomes a track, passes a farm and a footpath left. Reach a road. Turn right and walk 200 yards to turn left along Burnt Oak Lane. Walk again for about a mile, ignoring lefts and rights.

Along the way the road becomes unmade and later becomes metalled again. Also, you pass Cudworth Moated Manor (a Grade I listed, 16th century medieval manor house with its own moat. Ownership carries with it a Lord/Lady title). Reach a T-junction with a road and turn right.

6. Walk to a junction, in Newdigate, where Church Lane becomes Hogs Pudding (also known as New Barn) Lane. Turn right to walk along Hogs Pudding Lane. Reach, on your right-hand side, Mulberry Place. Take a path just inside Mulberry Place to continue forward. Ignore a quick turn right, stay on the path. The path swings right and later left, crosses a footbridge and passes a stile to enter a field. Walk along the right-hand side. Go over a stile onto a wide farm track and continue forward.

Immediately before some houses, take a stile out left and walk a few yards across a field to exit onto a road. Cross and turn left. Walk about 200 yards to find a footpath right that runs along the side of a garden. It then turns sharp left to run along behind the far end of the garden. Continue forward. The path turns sharp right. Continue until turning right again to follow a blue arrow into Reffolds Copse.

7. Turn sharp left at a 2-way signpost. Now, ignoring lefts and rights, continue for about ½ mile through the copse. Reach a road. Cross and go 10 yards right to pick up a footpath forking off to the left. Enter a field and cross it, half-right, to exit onto a paved access road by some houses. Cross the

access road and go straight between the houses.

Look for a path left that will take you across fields to emerge on the Newdigate Road close to where you parked. Don’t worry if you miss it, just continue straight ahead down the paved lane (Henfold Drive) for about ½ mile to reach the A24 at the side of a petrol station. Turn left and walk down to turn left into Newdigate Road.

DISTANCE: 10 miles OS MAPS: Explorer 146 Dorking, Box Hill & Reigate STARTING POINT: Drive south down the A24 and turn left into the Newdigate Road in Beare Green. Park a little way along here, on the road opposite the green. GR 5 178 1 429.

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Godalming Writers' Group • PROFILE of the 3rd Age) – and eventually they had a booksworth of stories.

The big question was: How to turn all this into an actual book? Should it be an e-book? Perhaps. The advantage is that it’s cheap to produce and you don’t end up with unsold copies! But they all knew they wanted a real book you could hold and put on your bookshelf.

In July 2015 a small group of authors and would-be authors met together for the first time in The King’s Arms Hotel in Godalming, Surrey.

They had a mix of writing experience: a couple had self-published books whilst others had longforgotten first drafts in bottom drawers somewhere.

They were brought together by a shared love of writing and the knowledge that it can be a very lonely business.

They discussed the pain of staring at a blank page (or screen) for hours in the hope of inspiration. And the numerous cups of tea or coffee when it failed to arrive.

So they studied the detailed instructions on the internet on formatting and the like, did numerous spellchecks, corrected headings that had mysteriously turned into black blobs and then sent it all off to be printed. Just a few weeks later, the books arrived back. Their excitement knew no bounds. They were now published authors! And to prove it they have our own Facebook page: www.facebook.com/GodalmingWritersGroup.

Their book is available from Amazon as a paperback at: http://amzn.to/2oGVbQA and in Kindle at http://amzn.to/2nFCE7J. The authors are: Martyn Adams, Ian Honeysett, Stefan Kuegler, Elif Tyson, Heather Wright, Judy Coleman, Christine Butler, James Tong and Captain Ron MacDonald ( FRAes AC rtd).

After numerous meetings, the idea arose of actually writing a book together. But what sort of book?

They all had very different literary interests from historical to humorous to fantasy to steam punk and beyond. And then inspiration struck: why not a book of short stories all linked in one way or another to their home town of Godalming?

For the next few months they worked late into the night – or early afternoon if they were retired – on an assortment of stories which were emailed to one another for comment. But they were still only a small group and felt they needed more stories, so they contacted other like-minded people – including the Creative Writers’ group in the local U3A (University FIND OUT MORE The group meets at the Kings Arms & Royal Hotel, Godalming, generally once month. For more information and to contact them, please visit their Facebook page as above.

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I went to Wings & Wheels again this year and I must say it was one of the most enjoyable I’ve been to. Yes, the weather was fantastic but I thought the organisation, particularly with regard to getting in and out of the site was spot on. The air show was as always spectacular and the Red Arrows once again brought a lump to my throat. I love the intercom conversation between the pilots that they relay over the tannoy system, somehow makes you feel part of the action! I couldn’t help thinking what if the new Dunsfold Town planning proposal is given the green light; this might be one of the last Wings & Wheels. Oh well, keep your fingers crossed!

Witley Neighbourhood Plan Update On behalf of the Witley Neighbourhood Plan Steering Group In their revised Local Plan, Waverley Borough Council (WBC) has increased Witley Parish’s allocation of homes to be built by 2032 from 380 to 480. This includes the 180 homes that WBC is proposing to build at Milford Golf Course. At a recent meeting with WBC, we were informed that despite concerns raised by us, the Parish Council and other parties over the suitability of this site, they intend to proceed with it. Any concerns about this development should be directed to the planning department at WBC. The Steering Group is now engaged with the process of determining which of the other sites that were put forward by land owners in the Parish in the recent call for sites should be considered for future development. This will be based on the feedback from residents and approved planning criteria. Further public consultation will be held later in the year. To receive regular updates on the neighbourhood plan register your email address at info@witleynp.com. To find out more about the increased housing allocation go to www. waverley.gov.uk/local plan. To find out more about the development of the Witley neighbourhood plan go to www. witleyneighbourhoodplan.co.uk.

Neals Store & Workshop 20% off throughout October To celebrate the rebrand and opening of their new showroom, Neals Store & Workshop is offering 20% off all their furniture and repair or refurbishment work in October.

Their boutique showroom has a wide range of vintage and upcycled furniture as well as offering a comprehensive October 2017

repair and refurbishment service of furniture and kitchens.

They also provide bespoke onsite services such as shelving, cloakroom and under stair storage along with other projects.

Pop along and meet Neal or Les, where a warm welcome and professional, friendly service is assured. The Studio, Whipley Manor Farm, Bramley GU5 0LL. www.neals.store.

Illustrated Talk Tuesday 3rd October 7.30pm-9pm David Rose is returning to Godalming Baptist Church to give a fascinating illustrated talk on Surrey Villages Past and Present. Coffee available from 7pm. To book a place, contact the Church Office on 01483 422105 Monday, Wednesday or Friday mornings.

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On 1st November there will be a soup and sandwich lunch before the Annual Meeting. As well as monthly meetings, outings and theatre trips are arranged throughout the year.

There are also pub lunches, book reading evenings and regular craft sessions. The group welcomes new members.

Contact the secretary on 01483 415702.

Bright Shadow Workshops This October, Bright Shadow launches their Zest Communities workshops in Surrey. The programme is designed specifically for older people and those living with dementia to come to with their relatives, friends and carers to have fun and build relationships. Each workshop has a variety of creative activities that are meaningful, accessible and challenging. Workshops will be held fortnightly on Wednesday afternoons at Woking United Reformed Church and Godalming Baptist Church (on alternate weeks excluding 25th October). For more information, and to book a free taster session, go to http://brightshadow.org.uk/zestworkshops/zest-communities/ or call 0300 102 8855.

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4th - Laura Cortese & The Dance Cards returning after their sold out show at Hector's on The Wey in May. Friday 6th - Papillon (Anna Phoebe & Nicolas Rizzi) plus special guests, Reed Maxfield - two wonderful duos on one bill.

Friday 13th - Clive Gregson & Liz Simcock - the music of Clive Gregson and Christine Collister and more...new album release too. Friday 20th - Slim Chance - the late great Ronnie Lane's old band making a welcome return .

Saturday 28th - Simply Dan (Steely Dan Tribute) - a fabulous 11 piece band paying tribute to the music of Steely Dan. All these gigs take place at St. John's Church in Farncombe.

Call Julian Lewry on 01483 421520 / 07769 592452 go to www.julianlewrymusic.com or www.facebook.com/ farncombemusicclub.

Cranleigh Antique Collectables Fair Thursday 5th and 19th October 7.30am–3pm This takes place at Cranleigh Village Hall, Village Way, Cranleigh GU6 8AT. There’s easy access and parking nearby.

There are many stalls at this long established popular fair and freshly cooked refreshments are available. You will find antiques, collectables, vintage, bric-a-brac, books, records, cards and jewellery. Free entry. Contact Paul on 07980 384491 or David on 01483 274012.

Life Issue Session Thursday 5th October 7pm-9pm There is another Life Issue session at Godalming Baptist Church. It is on the very topical and serious subject of

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To book a place email pollard3@hotmail.co.uk or contact the Church Office on 01483 422105 Monday, Wednesday or Friday mornings. Cost £5 per person.

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Before After Headway Gag House Comedy Club Thursday 5th October 8pm Gag House Comedy Clubs are delighted to be raising money for Headway Surrey by putting on this special comedy club at The Harbour Hotel, Guildford GU1 3DA. The lineup includes: Raymond and Mr Timpkins Revue and Mark Dolan, Javier Tarquin and Mark Felgate. The evening will be made up of 3 sections with 2 intervals and tickets are £15. Other dates to make a note of are : Friday 6th October at 8pm, ‘You Must Be Stoking’ at The Stoke Pub & Pizzeria, 103 Stoke Rd, Guildford, GU1 4JN. Tickets £13.50. Also, Saturday 21st October at 8pm, ‘Guildford Gag House’ at The Back Room, The Star Inn, Quarry Street, Guildford GU1 3TY. Tickets. £13.50. Full information on all events at www.

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Amazing Apples at RHS Wisley Friday 6th October to Sunday 19th November Apples are amazing. They provide us with food and drink, they can grow in different locations all over the country, and they are homes for a diverse range of insects, birds and animals. In this family-friendly exhibition in the orchard you can find out all about apples and how we grow them.

With images of beautiful artworks from the RHS Library collections and all the sights, sounds and smells of the orchard, there’s something for all in this autumn exhibition!

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Cranleigh Folk Friday 6th October 8.30pm Cranleigh Folk will be continuing its new season of acoustic music and song at The Punchbowl Inn in Okewood Hill RH5 5PU, just south of Ockley, in the upstairs room. Music from talented local singers and musicians from contemporary to traditional and includes familiar favourites. Admission is free and all are welcome, whether performers or listeners. If you need more information, email cranleighfolkclub@gmail. com or see their facebook page: Cranleigh Folk Club.

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WeySight Is a small local registered charity dedicated to helping adults who have a visual impairment, develop new communication skills so that they can increase their independence. They welcome all blind or partially sighted adults to their classes and learn Braille, Moon, Touch Typing and IT skills using specially adapted software, or just to meet other visually impaired people in a friendly and supportive environment.

They have two classes weekly in term time: Guildford Class, New Hope Building, Larch Avenue, Guildford on Mondays 9.45 to 11.45am and Godalming Class, Godalming United Church, Bridge St, Godalming on Fridays 9.30 to 11.30am.

They are always looking for volunteer drivers to help with transport. Mileage paid and training provided. For more information, contact Kate on 07790 434952 or kate@ weysight.org.uk.

Gary Moore’s Original Band Saturday 7th October 8pm Gary Moore sadly died of a heart attack in 2011, but his original band continues to celebrate his many hits, including of course ‘Parisienne Walkways’, ‘Empty Rooms’, ‘Crying in the Shadows’, ‘Out in the Fields’, ‘As the years go passing by’, and of course ‘Still got the Blues’. Now fronted by Mick Simpson, the band comprises original members Vick Martin (keyboards), Pete Rees (bass), Graham Walker (drums).

Although now sadly without Gary, his band definitely ‘Still has the Blues for You’. Takes place at Cranleigh Village Hall.

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Guildford Shakespeare Company GSC, apart from putting on marvellous Shakespearean and other productions, aim to be the go-to provider for Shakespearean education in the South- East outside of London. They work in schools and run in house drama clubs in Guildford, Woking, Godalming and Addlestone. If you would like to learn more about GSC’s school workshops and clubs, visit the website www.guildford-shakespearecompany.co.uk or call 01487 301590 or email education@ guildford-shakespeare-company.co.uk.

Bridge Tea Saturday 7th October 1.30pm for 2pm There is a Bridge Tea at The Clockhouse, Chapel Lane, Milford GU8 5EZ. Tables of 4 players £40 to include delicious homemade sandwiches, scones and cakes (let them know if you have a food allergy) Players are asked to bring their own cloths, cards, pens and score cards. To reserve a table, contact Carol May on 07941 430212 or email carolmay@ onetel.net. Cheques should be made payable to The Clockhouse.

Cranleigh Village Sports & Social Club Saturday 7th October They will be having their annual Halloween Party with great live music from Forever Young, The Rebeats and Nick Caruso. Should be a fun night! All events at this excellent local club are open to members and non members (for whom there is a small charge), For more details, contact

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the club on 01483 276246. Also visit the website www. cranleighclub, and have a look at all the fantastic sports and social facilities they offer.

I take my hat off to her. If you feel you could support her, do please sponsor her by going to www.justgiving.com/ fundraising/bridget-bagnall70 .

The Cranleigh Art and Crafts Society Demonstration.

Saturday 7th October 2.30-4.30pm They are delighted to welcome Maggie Read who will be using watercolour enhanced with pastel. She produces lively and colourful paintings and comes highly recommended. They meet at the Cranleigh Bandroom, Village Way, GU6 8AF and are always pleased if visitors join them for a £3 donation. Further details on 01483 278698.

Busbridge Evening WI Tuesday 10th October 8pm They will be looking forward to an evening of delicious recipes when Janet Manning, a Waitrose demonstrator, will give ideas for tempting light meals - with fewer calories too!

Visitors and new members are always welcome - contact Pat Oxborough on 01483 417303 for further information.

Meetings are held on 2nd Tuesday of each month at 8pm in Busbridge Village Hall, Brighton Road, Godalming GU7 1XA.

Godalming and Haslemere Ramblers Saturday 7th October The group will be following a 12-mile route from Wood Street Village to Worplesdon and back. This is one of their longer walks, but in October they have a programme ranging from five miles upwards, on four days of the week. Why not go along for a free trial walk and see if it suits you?

Further details at www.gandhramblers.org.uk, or search on Facebook.

70/70/70 Challenge 9th, 10th and 11th October In her 70th year Bridget Bagnall is proposing to walk 70 miles in 70 hours on 9th/10th/11th October from Ham House to the South Coast via the Thames, Wey and Downs Link Paths. She is raising funds for our marvellous local charity Shooting Star Chase. It is a pretty ambitious project and October 2017

Farncombe Morning Townswomen's Guild Wednesday 11th October 10am-12 noon They meet in the Church Room, St. John's Church, St. John's Street, Farncombe, on the second Wednesday of each month. Visitors are always welcome to come to a meeting for a fee of £1. There is a speaker or an activity, plus a raffle and refreshments. This month, one of their members will be talking about her holidays in India and Africa. Looking ahead, on 8th November, the guild welcomes Geoffrey Lunn to give his talk entitled ‘Surrey Safari'. For more information on this friendly guild, either ask at a meeting, or contact Wendy Morton on 01483 429409.

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The Cranleigh Art and Crafts Society Exhibition Thursday 12th to Friday 14th October 10am-5pm The beautiful Cranleigh Village Hall is enhanced for a few days by members' work including hundreds of unique paintings and many unusual crafts. It is an opportunity to admire their varied styles and subject choices, meet friends to enjoy light lunches and delicious cakes and of course, make a purchase. Entry is free and there is a large car park nearby. For any enquiries, contact Pat on 01483 278698.

Grayshott Folk Club Friday 13th October 7.30pm They have two gigs in October; the first features an 8-piece variety band from Leeds, called Hope & Social. They have a Brass section, play Rock/Pop/Folk and everything between and have a reputation for lively and uplifting shows that are not so much concerts as life-affirming events. They guarantee to fill Grayshott Village Hall with music and joy.

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a definite tip for the top! Tickets £16 Adults/£8 Under 16s are available from Des O'Byrne on 01428 607096. Grayshott Village Hall is located in Headley Road, Grayshott, Nr. Hindhead GU26 6TZ. Ralph McTell at G Live Friday 13th October 7.30pm Best known for his international hit, Streets of London, Ralph McTell has been a stalwart of the British acoustic music scene for over 50 years. Now, he’s set to tour the UK again, coming to G Live on Friday 13th October. The concert will see Ralph playing songs from his full catalogue including from his forthcoming album West 4th Street and Jones.

I have to say he is an old favourite of mine! Tickets: £29, £31.50. Call 01483 369350 or go to www.glive.co.uk.

The Friday Talks for Milford & District U3A Friday 13th October 2pm Their Friday Talks begin again with Mr. Allen Chubb, one of the team from Petworth House. He will give a presentation on ‘JM Turner and Impressionism’. The venue is Milford Village Hall and the cost is £1 for talk, tea and cake. The talk is preceded by a lunch at 12.30pm, booking for this should be made with the secretary at ann-stewart@milford-u3a. org.uk.

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YOUR COMMUNITY NOTICEBOARD • The Legend of King Arthur. This rollicking family adventure contains all the legendary aspects of Arthur including Camelot, Excalibur, The Lady in the Lake and of course the all-powerful wizard Merlin. They will be bringing back the fabulous Spiegeltent from Belgium. The 80 year old mirrored dance hall was an instant hit last time it was used. Located in the field behind Challengers at Burchatt’s Farm in Stoke Farm, the tent holds 200 people, is fully heated and accessible to all. A licensed bar and the popular cheeseboards will be available inside. Tickets £25, under 16s £16.50 (Concessions £21) from GSC Box Office on 01483 304384 or www.guildford-shakespeare-company. co.uk . See the website for performance times and other information.

Farnham Roller Hockey Club Every Sunday from 5pm Have you just got your first pair of roller skates and want to learn to skate, or do you enjoy roller skating and want more excitement? Then go along to Farnham Roller Hockey Club – new members of all ages welcome. Beginner’s sessions on Sundays from 5pm (juniors) and more experienced skaters from 6.30pm. Held at Farnham Sports Centre, Dogflud Way, Farnham GU9 7UD. Contact Adam on 07979 505878 or visit their website at www.farnhamrollerhockey. co.uk for more details.

A Free Classical Music Concert Saturday 14th October 6.30pm This concert, held Godalming Baptist Church GU7 1BA, is organised by the Tilford Bach Society and is part of the Conservatoire Concert Series which hold monthly concerts in Godalming. This month they welcome the Rest Ensemble, comprising cello, violin and piano, who will be performing Brahms Piano Trio No. 1 op. 8 and other works by Mozart, Faure, and Stravinsky. Refreshments will be served before the concert and during the interval and a retiring collection in aid of the musicians’ expenses will be collected at the end of the concert. For more details and reservations, contact Suzanne Cacciottolo on 07940 013314 or suzanne. cacciottolo@gmail.com.

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Messy Church Saturday 14th October 3pm-5pm Organised for all the family, it will take place again at Godalming United Church, Bridge Road, Godalming GU7 3DU. The theme will be Seed time and Harvest with autumn planting, cooking, craft, games and babies’ play area followed by a party tea. Admission is free, with a donation of £2 per child welcome to cover costs. Go along and join in the fun!

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Book Sale Saturday 14th October 10am-2pm It takes place at Elstead United Reformed Church, Milford Road, Elstead GU8 6PH. All books welcome. Please contact Marion on 01252 674488 to find a suitable time to bring them to the church or to have them collected. Browse the books on the day when refreshments will also be available.

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Ramster Garden Saturday 14th to Sunday 29th October 10am-4pm A spectacular display of autumn colour at Ramster Garden in Chiddingfold can be enjoyed by visitors during this special opening. This is the 90th year this private estate and family home has opened its gardens at key times of the year for visitors to see its horticultural delights which include a 100-year-old avenue of maples. Entry fees apply to the garden (free entry for season ticket holders and children under the age of 16 accompanied by an adult). Tea House and free parking. Dogs on short leads welcome. More information at www.ramsterevents.com.

Guildford Rambling Club From Sunday 15th October Their walks programme can be found at www. guildfordramblingclub.org.uk. Unless otherwise stated visitors are welcome to try them out on any of their walks which normally start at 10am. For details of the almost 8 mile circular walk from Alton on Sunday 15th October call Amanda on 07815 301083. For the 10 mile circular walk from Upper Froyle on Sunday 22nd October, call David R on 07935 887499. Look to Dora on 07989 837906 as your contact for the 5 mile circular morning walk from Pyrford on Thursday 26th October. Sunday 29th October sees David R – 07935 887499 again – leading a 9 mile circular walk from Reigate Heath. Then, for the 10 mile circular walk from Chinthurst Hill on Sunday 5th November call David L on 07580 9124207. Finally, for details of the 9 mile circular walk from near Chilworth on Sunday 12th November call Jane on 07599 918387.

Betty’s Tea Rooms Sunday 15th October 3.30pm-5.30pm Betty’s Tea Rooms are coming to Cranleigh in the guise of St Nicolas pop-up Tea Rooms. Go along to St Nicolas Church, Church Rooms, Church Lane, Cranleigh to enjoy a delicious afternoon tea, with tea, scones with jam and cream and homemade cakes, all with waitress service. It’s an afternoon treat for just £6! No need to book; just turn up.

Age UK Surrey open garden event Sunday 15th October 11am-4pm Age UK Surrey has organised an NGS event at the lovely Timber Hall in Chobham. They will be raising funds for both the NGS and Age UK Surrey. Light lunches will be available (pre bookable on 01932 873875) and other refreshments, in the beautiful Old Surrey Barn. Entry is £5, children free. Timber hall is situated in Chertsey Road, Chobham

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Circle Dancing Do you want something new to do this autumn? Circle Dancing (or World Dancing) is relaxing, fun, great exercise and you will make new friends. Men and women of all ages are welcome. Lynn Frances is an experienced teacher of 34 years and has built a reputation here and abroad for creating a wonderful atmosphere in which to relax and have fun. She runs classes at: Pirrie Hall Brook on Thursdays in three ten-week terms, 7.30pm-9.30pm and St Catherine's Hall Guildford on the third Tuesday of the month, 7.30pm9.30pm. Contact Lynn on 01420 474881.

The Fountain Centre's Autumn Walk Sunday 15th October 9am Support your local cancer charity, the Fountain Centre, on their annual fundraising walk. Starting from Rodborough Common, there are two routes on offer. The Challenger Route, a circular walk of 11.5miles from Rodborough Common to Gibbets Hill or the Nature Trail, a 5 mile circular route through Thursley. Enjoy the beautiful Surrey countryside while supporting a great cause. Refreshments provided. Tickets £12 per person. Children go free. Tickets from www.thelittleboxoffice.com/fountaincentre. For additional Information, contact Susan Jordan at susan. jordan4@nhs.net or call 07468 410525.

Highways England’s M25/A3 Plans There are currently two options available to Highways England to widen the A3: one on the east side of the A3 and one on the west. The RHS has carried out expert highway studies and is calling on the Government Agency to choose the east option, which does not grab woodland from the Garden, would not fell any of these important trees (over 500 trees and their wildlife’s habitat would be destroyed at the Royal Horticultural Society’s flagship garden) and would better improve road access to Wisley, which welcomes 1.2 million visitors a year. I must admit I wasn’t aware of these plans, I do hope that sense prevails and Highways England chooses the east option.

Godalming Flower Club Tuesday 17th October Have fun and try a new hobby during the winter months. Go along to the club which meets on the third Tuesday of the month at the Baptist Church, in Queen Street Godalming GU7 1BA. You can watch demonstrations and join the craft club or the workshops to learn the basics of flower arranging. For more information go to the website www. godalmingflowerclub.com or call Linda on 01483 494727.

Historical Association - West Surrey Branch Tuesday 17th October 7.30pm Palm Sunday in the year 1461, in Towton, North Yorkshire was the scene of England’s bloodiest ever battle, costing more lives even than day one of the Somme. At the Historical Association, West Surrey branch, historian George Goodwin will talk on ‘Fatal Colours: ‘The disastrous reign October 2017

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of Henry VI and the 1st War of the Roses, culminating in Towton – England’s Most Brutal Battle’. It takes place at St Nicolas’ Hall, Bury Street, Guildford GU2 4AW. Non members welcome (£3 at the door or £12 annual membership), students free. For further information, call Rollo Crookshank on 01252 319881 or email crookshank@starkmann.co.uk.

Godalming Museum Tuesday 17th October Cards for Good Causes will be on sale as usual from 17th October with the best selection of charity Christmas cards and seasonal items, and the Museum shop has a wide selection of gifts and decorations for sale. Godalming Museum is located at 109a High Street, by the Pepperpot. It is open Tuesday to Saturday 10am-5pm in summer time and 10am-4pm in winter time. Admission is free but donations are welcomed. The Local Studies library is open in the afternoon from 1pm-4pm. Light refreshments are available throughout the day. Children are always welcome. For further information please contact the museum on 01483 426510 or visit www.godalmingmuseum.org.uk.

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Cranleigh and Ewhurst Heritage Showcase Tuesday 17th October Ewhurst History Society’s October meeting is at Ewhurst Baptist Church at 8pm. ‘Clandon from the Ashes’ is a talk

by Tom Dommett, Project Archaeologist for the National Trust. Guests welcome to this meeting free of charge.

On Wednesday 18th October there is a free guided walk with Janet Balchin. Meet at the Wilson Room at 10.30am.

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On Thursday 19th October, a free talk by Nigel Balchin, at Ewhurst Baptist Church at 8pm. Entitled ‘The Greater Game’, it’s the story of the Football Battalion and their association with Ewhurst during the First World War. Haslemere Decorative and Fine Arts Society Tuesday 17th October The Collections of Napoleon and Josephine is the title of Haslemere Decorative and Fine Arts Society Lecture at Haslemere Hall on 17th October commencing at 2.15pm.

The lecturer Carole Petipher will give an insight into one of history’s most famous couples through the exploration of their collections at Chateau de Malmaison. This was the private residence of Napoleon and Josephine, just half an hour from Paris where the First Consul came to work and relax. Visitors and New Members are very welcome to join us for our lectures. For more details please contact HDFAS Membership Secretary Sue Wright on 01428 683578 or email membership@haslemeredfas.co.uk. Further information about all the society’s present and future activities can be found on www.haslemeredfas.org.uk.

Surrey Sculpture Society Wednesday 18th October 7.30pm As part of their ‘Understanding Sculpture’ programme, the Surrey Sculpture Society (SSS) organises a series of lectures by leading sculptors, who share their experience, inspiration and skills with the society’s members and any members of the public who have an interest in sculpture. The final SSS

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YOUR COMMUNITY NOTICEBOARD • Lecture of the year will be presented by renowned sculptor Michael Speller, who was the official artist for the London Olympics and who has completed many large scale public commissions. The lecture will be held at Surrey University in the Austin Pearce Lecture Theatre. Tickets: £5 at the door and free to SSS members and students. For tickets and bookings contact: Janet Morton at janetvictoria@icloud. com or call 07946 478046. For further information about the SSS visit www.surreysculpture.org.uk.

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Western Front Association Surrey Branch Wednesday 18th October 7.45pm Simon Jones: The Battle of Caporetto. This leading expert on WW1 in Italy relates the story of this remarkable but little-known battle which led to a massive breakthrough on the Italian front in October 1917. The talk combines his knowledge of chemical weapons and the battlefields in modern-day Slovenia. Call Andy Thompson on 07768 197990 or email info@eyewitnesstours.com for more details.

Chiddingfold Horticultural Society Wednesday 18th October 7.55pm Steve Austin will give a seasonal talk on 'Planting with Winter in Mind' .This will be in the Village Hall in Coxcombe Lane and visitors are very welcome to go along and hear Steve.

Guildford Wey Valley Decorative and Fine Arts Society Thursday 19th October 10.45am Taking place in Shalford Village Hall, their next lecture, by Brian Stater, is entitled ‘Here’s One They Prepared Earlier’.

Discover the first efforts of Britain’s Greatest Architects from Inigo Jones and Christopher Wren to Joseph Paxton and Norman Foster. Refreshments available from 9.30am.

Visitors (£6) and new members very welcome. For more information about their full programme of lectures and other activities, contact the Membership Secretary on 01483 423090 or visit www.gwvdfas.org.uk.

Amities Françaises Thursday 19th October They have a talk about Les élections du printemps 2017 by Guy Richeux, in French as usual and as before the Baptist Church Hall, Queen Street, Godalming GU7 1BA (off the High Street almost opposite the King’s Arms) – a modern glass-fronted building on the left near the top of the street.

Good parking. It should be fascinating, go along and listen to a French man living in France and hear what you may not have heard in the country. Venez nombreux!

The Clockhouse Open Morning Thursday 19th October 10am-12 noon They would like to invite you to an open morning when you will be able to see where they are and what they do.

The Clockhouse, Day Centre in Milford for the over 50s, is a warm welcoming environment for those looking for friendship, lunch and a variety of activities. Pop in for tea and cake and see what they have to offer. The Clockhouse is in Chapel Lane, Milford GU8 5EZ and you can call them on 01483 420668.

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Wear it Pink Friday 20th October Breast Cancer Now is encouraging the UK public to dig out their pink glad rags for their flagship fundraiser, wear it pink.

The fundraising event, back for its 16th year, encourages supporters to hold events in their homes, schools and workplaces and make a donation to Breast Cancer Now to help the charity achieve its aim that by 2050 nobody will die from breast cancer. To take part in wear it pink this October, visit www.wearitpink.org for further details, fundraising ideas and how to register for your free fundraising pack.

The Clockhouse Cinema Friday 20th October 7.30pm They are showing 'Lion' starring Dev Patel and Sunny Pawar at The Clockhouse, Chapel Lane, Milford, GU8 5EZ. Doors open 6.45pm and tickets at £5 are available at The Clockhouse on 01483 420668. There is a licensed bar so you can enjoy a snifter before the film starts. I saw this film a while ago; I thought it was excellent but remember to take along a few tissues!

Concert at Guildford United Reformed Church Friday 20th October 7.30pm The flute, oboe and piano trio ’Intriplicate’ was formed in Manchester in 2001. They are highly regarded and have recorded several CDs and have a very busy performing schedule. They will perform some delightful pieces including works by Dring, Telemann, Handel, Pitfield, Sayers and Arnold.

Tickets are £15 and are available from Guildford Tourist Information Centre, 155 High Street; call 01483 444333.

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Godalming & District Churches Together Friday 20th October 8pm You are invited to an evening with Prof. Mary Grey at Godalming United Church, Bridge Street. Her talk will focus on work with a team of historians and theologians. Join them for learning and sharing ideas to mark the centenary of the Balfour Declaration. www.balfourproject.org. For more information or if you would like to attend, call Anna Seifert on 01483 414767.

Milford Probus Friday 20th October This is a club for retired and semi-retired professional and business people. They have members from Waverley and beyond, and meet in Godalming on the third Friday of each month for lunch followed by a talk on a wide variety of subjects. At the October meeting, the Town Crier for Farnham, Jonathan Jones, will relate his experiences.

Guests are always welcome to meetings by invitation, and on their visits such as the recent walking tour of London.

Prospective members are invited to attend a meeting without obligation. Lady members will be especially welcomed. The Secretary will arrange for you to meet a member in advance if you wish. For more details, see www.milfordprobus.com.

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Call 01306 881816 today Godalming & Villages Friends of Shooting Star Chase Friday 20th October 7pm for 7.30pm They will be holding a Quiz Night with a Fish and Chip Supper at Guildford Rugby Club, Broadwater Sports Club, Guildford Road, Godalming GU7 3DH. Tickets are £12.50 per person, contact Louise Healy on 01483 898539 or email louise.healy605@btinternet.com. There’s a cash bar and raffle, but take your own nibbles.

Guildford Folk Dancers Saturday 21st October 7.30pm-11pm.

Mike Courtold gets together with Weston Country Dance Band at Normandy Village Hall, Manor Fruit Farm, Glaziers Lane, Normandy GU3 2DT. In addition, they meet regularly on Thursdays from 8pm to 10.15pm at All Saints Church Hall, Onslow Village, Guildford GU2 7QJ. They welcome new and experienced dancers either with a partner or alone.

Contact Sue Richards on 01252 321186 or see www. guildfordfolkdancers.org.uk.

Georgie Fame & Sons Saturday 21st October Join the legendary Georgie Fame, accompanied by his sons James and Tristan, in this intimate venue, for a very entertaining evening of his music and his memories spanning more than five decades. With over 20 albums and 14 hit singles, including 3 number ones, alongside a long list of collaborations with some of music’s most famous names – including Muddy Waters, Gene Vincent, Bill Wyman, Eric October 2017

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Godalming Band Saturday 21st October 6.30pm for 7pm Continuing the band's 80th anniversary celebrations, the evening will feature a full programme from across the brass band repertoire – from classical music to films and musicals, traditional marches, through to popular music arranged for brass. Proceeds from the evening will help fund a new set of band uniforms to replace the band’s current 25-year old ‘blues’. It takes place at Milford Village Hall GU8 5DS. Tickets: £6 for adults, £3 for under 16s. Call Dominic on 01483 355129 or visit www.godalmingband.org.uk for more details.

October Half Term at RHS Wisley Saturday 21st to Sunday 29th October Discover all there is to know about Creepy Creatures this half term with crafts, planting seeds, trail and more.

Pumpkin Carving will also be available for 3 days on a pre-booked workshop, £4 per pumpkin with all the tools and templates provided! (Book online for pumpkin carving at www.rhs.org.uk/wisley) There will be free activities every day, included in garden admission. Go to the website or call 08452 609000 for more information.

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Check out our new website www.thegodalmingbutchers.co.uk 39 High Street, Godalming, Surrey GU7 1AU Tel: 01483 425733 Grayshott Folk Club Saturday 21st October 7.30pm For their second gig of the month they will be hosting one of the UK’s finest folk/rock bands at St. Alban’s Church, Hindhead. Home Service is in the same league as Fairport Convention, Steeleye Span and The Albion Band. Indeed, many of the original members were in Ashley Hutchings’ Albion Band, which was originally formed in 1981. The current line up includes original members Graeme Taylor and Mike Gregory and the brilliant vocals and accordion playing of John Kirkpatrick. Supporting them will be Bof! from Hadleigh in Suffolk. They sing traditional French Folk songs and play traditional French dance tunes. Tickets are Adults £18/Under 16s £9. Call Des O'Byrne at the ticket hotline on 01428 607096. Don’t delay though as this gig is sure to be very popular.

Spook-tacular half-term fun with the National Trust Starting Saturday 21st October Spook-tacular tales and scary trails await brave families this October half-term at National Trust places across Surrey and West Sussex. Follow a gothic trail at Claremont Landscape Garden, meet children’s authors at Leith Hill Place and learn about autumn leaves on a trail at Hatchlands Park in Surrey.

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Southern Pro Musica Sunday 22nd October 7.30pm Guildford's Yvonne Arnaud Theatre is the venue for an evening of uplifting classical masterpieces by Southern Pro Musica, an outstanding professional orchestra, under their conductor Jonathan Willcocks. The programme includes wonderful pieces by Haydn, Finzi and Mozart. Tickets are available now: £22 (circle) and £25 (stalls). Under 18s go free! Telephone 01483 440000, or purchase tickets online at www.yvonne-arnaud.co.uk.

Half Term Activities at Godalming Baptist Church Starting Monday 23rd October They have organised a number of really interesting events to keep the little ones entertained during the half term week.

On Monday 23rd October there is a free Primary School Art Competition. You can view from 10am-12noon or 1.30pm3.30pm. The theme is ‘Godalming of Old’ and entries need to be in by 11.15am latest. Then on Wednesday 25th there is The Great Godalming Cake Off competition with prizes for all different age categories. On Thursday 26th there is a ‘Seaside Holiday’ from 10am-4pm with a bouncy castle, puppet show and all sorts of games. Take your own picnic.

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Spooky Half Term at Squire’s Garden Centres Starting Monday 23rd October Things are getting pretty spooky this half term at Squire’s Garden Centres. From Monday 23rd until Tuesday 31st

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October (10am-4pm) children can paint a ceramic pumpkin or skull tealight holder, which comes complete with a complimentary LED tealight. Place it on your windowsill to brighten up your room during those long spooky evenings.

There will also be a free monster pursuit around the garden centre and a ghostly colouring competition. Each entry will receive a sticker, and the best colouring entry will win a prize! So keep your little ghouls entertained this half term by bringing them to Squire’s Garden Centres. There’s no need to book, simply drop in between 10am-4pm from Monday 23rd until Tuesday 31st October. Fancy dress is very welcome too! www.squiresgardencentres.co.uk.

Ewhurst Horticultural Society Tuesday 24th October 8pm They have a talk with slides by Peter Herring ‘Winkworth Arboretum – Legacy of a remarkable man’. It takes place at Glebe Centre and there is a raffle and refreshments. Visitors welcome at £2.

Watts Gallery – Clay Comets Tuesday 24th to Friday 27th October Here’s something to keep the little ones totally occupied.

They will be able to make a terracotta clay comet, moon and stars to hang up at home. Led by artist Elaine Parton, it takes place in the Foyle Pottery Studio and there are two sessions each day - 10.30am–12.30pm and 2pm-4pm. It is suitable for ages 5+ and costs £9.50.

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Cranleigh Arts Centre Tuesday 24th October 7.15pm Here’s a chance to watch live ballet direct from The Royal Opera House. Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland, adapted by Christopher Wheeldon, is an explosion of colour, stage magic and inventive, sophisticated choreography. Tickets: £19.75 from The Box Office on 01483 278000 (Tuesday - Saturday 10am-4.30pm) or visit www.cranleighartscentre.org.

Milford Horticultural Society Tuesday 24th October 8pm At their next meeting in Milford Village Hall, they will be joined

by Barry Newman who is chairman of the National Vegetable Society. His talk is entitled 'A Year on the Allotment' and will provide members with vegetable growing inspiration for 2018.

Talks are free for members and non-members and guests are very welcome to attend for a fee of £1, payable at the door.

For more information on Milford Horticultural Society, its talks, visits and shows, check the website www.milfordhortsociety. org.uk or contact Hilary Potter on 01483 415710 or email on potters38@hotmail.com.

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Players of Elstead Thursday 26th to Saturday 28th October 7.45pm Their autumn production is Murder for the Asking, a murder mystery by Derek Benfield (in association with Samuel French). Performances will take place at Elstead Village Hall.

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Quiz evening Friday 27th October 7pm for 7.30pm start Taking place at the Clockhouse in Milford, tickets are £10 to include a light supper and are available from The Clockhouse on 01483 420668. Let them know if you have any food allergies. There will be a licensed Bar and Raffle but take your own nibbles.

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Watts Gallery – Museums at Night: Cosmos Saturday 28th October 4pm-9pm Take the family to discover the mystery and wonder of the galaxy that inspired Watts in this late night opening. Visit the pop-up planetarium, create glow in the dark paintings and make a twinkling constellation in a jar. You can also listen to astrophysicists talk about Watts' thought provoking painting Sower of the Systems and enjoy music and cocktails under the stars. The tea shop will be open for delicious seasonal food and drink.

Godalming Community Gospel Choir Saturday 28th October 7.30pm The Friends of All Saints Grayswood is presenting a performance by the Godalming Community Gospel Choir at the church. This promises to be an uplifting musical evening full of energy and passion. This unique and popular choir is open to everyone regardless of faith, background or financial circumstances; and no auditions are required to join. The singers perform a range of US and British, contemporary and traditional gospel music. Sponsored by the Oonagh Jeffrey Trust, proceeds go towards the upkeep of the

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Farnham Pottery Arts workshop Saturday 28th and Sunday 29th October Tom Benjamin, a contemporary landscape painter, has an exhibition of his work from Tuesday 3rd to Saturday 4th November. He will also be giving a talk at an evening opening at the pottery on Saturday 28th October at 7pm.

Over the weekend of 28th/29th October he will be running a 2 day workshop, 10am to 4pm each day. In his wonderful 2 day workshop, he explores techniques to capture light on the canvas, through working directly in the fields and hills around Farnham. Places limited so book now at info@ thefarnhampottery.co.uk. The cost is £120 including lunches. For further information on the workshop, exhibition, talk or related activities, visit www.thefarnhampottery.co.uk or call Guy Hains on 07879 667000 / Cordelia HamptonJohn on 07733 325138. Farnham Pottery Arts is at The Farnham Pottery, Quennells Hill, Wrecclesham, GU10 4SL.

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YOUR COMMUNITY NOTICEBOARD • reaching up to 600°F? After the success of its first ever Firewalk last year, Phyllis Tuckwell will be holding the event again this year at The Elvetham in Hartley Wintney, and will once again raise money to fund the vital Hospice Care which the charity offers to local patients and families. You will need to arrive at The Elvetham at 2.30pm to sign in, and the seminar will start at 3pm. At 5pm participants will be taken outside for the Firewalk. To find out more, or to register, visit www.shop.pth.org.uk/firewalk, email fundraising@pth. org.uk or call 01252 729446. Registration is £30 and Phyllis Tuckwell asks that you raise a minimum sponsorship of £150. Participants must be age 16 or over.

Beethoven and Faure – Autumn Encounters Thursday 16th November 2.15pm The Harry & Alisa Recital Duo are presenting a recital of piano and cello music at Christ Church, Waterden Road, Guildford, Free admission – refreshments - retiring collection. Further details call 01483 537648 Bramley Music Saturday 18th November 7pm Make a note in your diary of a concert in Holy Trinity Church Bramley featuring Home Grown musicians as well as Alan Newcombe from Hamburg. The concert is in support of the Libra Foundation, which aims to improve the quality of life for disabled and disadvantaged children in Romania. Tickets are £10 (£5 for under 18s and students) and are available in advance from Robertsons in Bramley High Street, or can be reserved via Stuart White on stuartwhite@waitrose.com or 01483 892645. More details in next month’s edition.

Festive Cruises on The Wey & Arun Canal Dates in December Bookings are already being taken for the extremely popular Santa Cruises which will be running on 10th, 17th, 21st, 22nd and 23rd December. Trips depart at 11am, 12 noon and 2pm and cost £10 per person to include festive refreshments and a gift from Santa for all children under 12 years of age. There will also be a Santa Cruise for the grown-ups on Friday 15th December, 7.30pm–9pm. Santa tells us that Christmas is not just for the children and invites adults to join him for a 90 minute trip along the canal whilst enjoying a glass of mulled wine with snacks, and seasonal sing-along music. Santa will also have a small gift for everyone! Tickets cost £15 per person. On Boxing Day and New Year’s Day festive trips depart at 11am, 12 noon and 2pm. Tickets: £6 for adults; £3 for children. Booking in advance is essential for all the trips. Full details are available on the website and bookings can be made online.

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