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• THE EDITOR'S NOTE Our main article this month is on the benefits of walking, to which I can attest. I have long been interested in walking, ever since my dad would take out of an evening for a stroll and then reward me with a portion of chips which we would share as we walked back home. Having a young Labrador means that I now walk more than ever, with a minimum of two walks a day.

According to technology, I am averaging 5.5 miles a day which is certainly good for my health.

It is also good for general well-being, giving you a chance to reflect, to see what is around you, to keep away from your phone, and generally appreciate the beauty that surrounds us in this lovely part of the world.

Since we started our magazine in 2009, we have always published a monthly walk and will continue to do so to encourage people to get out and about. There are a number of groups like the Ramblers and Walking for Health that enable people to not only get out, but meet other likeminded people. Many of them feature in our Jottings every month, so do think about trying them out. While I will always extol the value and delight of having a dog, it is not the only reason to get out and about.

We now have over 12,000 subscribers to our monthly e-newsletter which goes out no more than twice a month with a preview of our next edition, our forthcoming competitions and some of the offers provided by our advertisers, some of which are exclusive to subscribers. If you don’t want to miss out and want to receive this, please go to our website at www.vantagepointmag.co.uk and sign up there.

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Watch their weight!

Obesity rates are increasing for our pet dogs, says Zoe Blake SO IT’S that time of year when we all make those New Year’s resolutions. Lose some weight, eat better and try and have a healthier lifestyle... sound familiar? But what about our dogs. Is it time for them to have a new lease of life?

Sadly current scientific literature states that 40% of dogs are overweight, so with an estimated 9.3 million dogs living in the UK that’s approximately 3.7 million dogs that are potentially suffering with health and welfare issues.

Obesity is the most concerning disease of our modern time and causes a range of illnesses and seriously affects quality of life. Every day on the news, in the magazines and on social media there will be something highlighting this. We can speak up and seek help and advice but what about our dogs? We need to be responsible for them and act accordingly.

Like with us, if they eat too much and don’t do enough exercise they will naturally put on weight. As the weight starts to escalate so does the strain on the heart/joints and other body organs.

So what can we do to help our canine friends? Firstly we need to actually assess whether they are overweight and then evaluate their feeding and lifestyle. The dog world is full of so many different breeds and crosses and so relying on ideal breed weights is not really the best approach. Yes it’s good to have an ideal weight target however the modern approach is to body condition score. Anyone can do this, you basically match your dog’s shape and description to the chart and then it gets a score.

So you have been told your dog needs to lose a few kgs, what now? I would firstly go home and sit down and actually write down what your dog is fed on a daily basis ensuring you ask every member of the household, include in this how much exercise they have. Then have a realistic look and see how this could be improved.

• Start to measure their daily food rations and divide into small frequent meals (3-5 is ideal), following the manufacturers guidelines on feeding quantity • Cut out any human leftovers that may sneak into the bowl • Reduce the treats you give...these easily accumulate • Increase the exercise, add in an extra walk if you can. Shorter frequent walks are more effective than one long marathon.

Try these for a month, reassess, if the weight is not starting to reduce then seek further help. Most veterinary practices should have a nurse who has been trained in weight management. Alternatively please feel free to get in touch with me.

If you feel like you would like to do this for yourself please visit www.royalcaninhealthyweight.co.uk/pet-obesity.

Your veterinary surgeon/nurse should be using BCS along with their bodyweights to advise whether they think some weight loss may be beneficial. If you haven’t ever heard of this then please ask next time you visit your surgery.

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Left: A Vision of the Last Judgement 1808 (NT/John Hammond).

Above: Portrait of William Blake by Thomas Philips (National Portrait Gallery).

prints, books and manuscripts from such prestigious lenders as the British Museum, National Portrait Gallery and Tate.

Some of Blake’s greatest works, from poetry to painting, will be displayed at Petworth this winter in a major new exhibition that celebrates the famous artist’s relationship with Sussex.

William Blake moved to Felpham, near Bognor Regis, in 1800. He soon described his rented cottage there as “the sweetest spot on earth” and it was to be the only place outside of London where he would ever live. Blake’s three years in Sussex inspired a wide body of extraordinary work, done for new and existing patrons and ranging from the familiar to the rarely considered.

Aside from the work associated with Felpham, the Petworth collection includes three major paintings by Blake – otherwise unrepresented in other grand houses – along with related prints, books and archival material. It is, therefore, particularly fitting that the first exhibition devoted to all dimensions of the artist’s associations with Sussex should take place here. Along with the Petworth collection of Blakes, the exhibition will also include paintings, drawings,

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Featuring over fifty exhibits, William Blake in Sussex traces the artist’s connections with the county. Initially encouraged to come south by the Sussex poet William Hayley, Blake set about a number of projects under the employment of his new friend. Ultimately, however, he found the engravings and paintings requested by Hayley increasingly distracting from the more visionary work which was his calling.

Blake continued with projects such as the remarkable biblical watercolours for his London patron Thomas Butts, and developed his two greatest illustrated epic poems, Milton and Jerusalem, each of which overtly references his Sussex experiences throughout: “In Felpham I saw Visions of Albion” he writes in the latter. Chief among the events which profoundly affected Blake in Sussex was his arrest and trial for sedition, of which he was ultimately cleared.

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Above: William Blake - 'Chichester' from the Designs to a Series of Ballads written by William Hayley, Chichester 1802 (©The Trustees of the British Museum). Right: William Blake Blake's Cottage at Felpham, plate 36 from Milton a Poem, 1804-1811 (©The Trustees of the British Museum). Below right: Petworth House (John Miller).

puts the Blake collection at Petworth into context with related works and demonstrates how the artist’s Sussex experiences were of continuing importance for the rest of his career.

Amongst the highlights of the exhibition are hand-coloured pages from the poem Milton, of which only four copies are in existence. These feature the lines ‘And did those feet in ancient time…’ which were later adapted for the hymn Jerusalem. Other pages on display show the cottage at Felpham and the spirit of John Milton, the author of Paradise Lost, in the shape of a comet landing on Blake’s ankle, symbolising the moment which inspired him to write Milton.

Also featured is the outstanding watercolour, A Vision of The Last Judgment, along with related works and Blake’s own hand-written description of the events it depicts. This scene of the apocalypse, inspired by Michaelangelo’s Last Judgement in the Sistine Chapel, depicts the Angels of Judgement Day, sounding trumpets and encircled by the blessed rising to Heaven and the damned descending to Hell. The picture is one of two which were commissioned from Blake by Elizabeth Ilive, the estranged wife of Petworth’s third Earl of Egremont.

The third Earl was one of the magistrates at Blake’s first hearing in 1803, held in the building which is now Petworth’s Leconfield Hall, when the artist was charged with assault and sedition for throwing a drunken soldier out of his garden at Felpham. Some of the key documentation associated with his arrest and trial is included in the exhibition.

For the first time, examples of all the books which Blake illustrated for his Sussex patron William Hayley are exhibited together, along with major paintings made to decorate Hayley’s library. Also included is the most famous portrait of Blake, done by Thomas Phillips, which is now in the collection of the National Portrait Gallery.

Blake’s mysterious The Sea of Time and Space, a late watercolour of a coastal scene, is featured among a group of works which seem to reflect the artist’s earlier Sussex experiences. Discovered at the National Trust’s Arlington Court above a wardrobe in the housemaid’s pantry when January 2018

the house was donated in 1947, little is known of how – or why – it came to be there.

It is unlikely that this incredible body of material will ever be reassembled again, making William Blake in Sussex an exhibition not only of local interest but also of national significance.

In addition to this, a parallel exhibition in Petworth House showcases the drawings made by the author Philip Pullman, President of the Blake Society, for his internationally acclaimed His Dark Materials trilogy, alongside a display devoted to the fascinating figure of Elizabeth Ilive, who directly commissioned two of Petworth’s paintings from Blake.

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10 reason to LOVE WALKING Could you find time for a brisk 30 min walk daily? The benefits can be truly inspirational, says Linda Routledge IN GENERAL terms we all know that walking can be a great form of exercise, and the majority of us may well concede that we don’t walk nearly enough. Whilst sitting here writing this article I am feeling somewhat guilty that I haven’t managed a brisk walk today (must get out for lunch!).

The majority of us walk simply to get from A to B. Walking has become the casualty of our modern lifestyle, being replaced by cars in the fast paced world. Unfortunately as we walk less, so the rate of chronic diseases increases dramatically. In this modern era of energy saving devices it takes a little bit more effort and organisation to find the time for a brisk walk, however if we do the benefits can be truly spectacular.

MOOD Stress and depression in the workplace are increasing at an alarming rate, accounting for 35% of all work related ill health cases, and the use of antidepressants has risen dramatically in recent years. You know that feeling when you have had a tough day at work and it takes a glass of wine or a little chocolate to wind down. Walking is a much healthier alternative with the same benefits. Research has shown that regular brisk walks can have a dramatic

Walking opens up the free flow of ideas, it is a simple and robust solution to the goal of increasing creativity.

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effect on our mood, actually modifying our nervous system such that we experience less stress, depression and even anger.

What’s more, when walking outside there is much more exposure to natural sunlight (severely lacking in our modern officebased life) that can counter the effect of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). Walking with another person or a social group can also help to promote the feeling of being connected with others, boosting mood.

CREATIVITY & PROBLEM SOLVING Some days you just cannot get your brain in gear, problems seem insurmountable and solutions much harder to find. On these days what we really need is a brisk walk. Research has shown that people come up with more creative ideas while walking than sitting. And even better, the effects carry on for a while, meaning you think more creatively when you return to your desk as well. Getting away from your desk and boosting blood flow to the brain with a moderately active walk can be really beneficial but do not do too much, as high intensity walking can be detrimental to the thinking process.

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pound the streets alone or get to the gym. Although many of us wouldn’t immediately consider walking as a weight loss exercise, it does in fact improve the body’s response to insulin, which can help to reduce body fat. Also, did you know that walking burns the same calories as running; it just takes longer to cover the same distance? So a brisk 30 minute walk every day (about 2 miles) burns exactly the same calories as running 10km twice a week. And walking tones the areas of the body that we often want to focus on, like legs, bums and tums. Walking is also one of the most cost effective low-impact exercises to increase metabolism and start weight loss.

SLEEP & ENERGY How often do you find your day is spent yearning for your bed, only to toss and turn all night, waking up feeling groggy and drained? Modern life can be so fast paced and draining that turning off at night just becomes a battle. Unfortunately this becomes a self-fulfilling prophecy as we are so groggy during the day that we cannot function effectively and worries follow us to bed. You might be surprised to learn that a regular brisk walk can boost daytime energy levels which in turn can help you sleep deeper and longer at night.

However be cautious about timing your walk, brisk exercise can boost energy levels so much that it becomes difficult to fall asleep. Better to schedule the walk for earlier in the day (lunchtime is ideal) to boost afternoon energy levels and help with falling asleep later.

BONE HEALTH So much of our day is now spent sitting down that there is very little stimulus for our bodies to build strong healthy bones, increasing our risk of developing osteoporosis (decreased bone density). Our bones are not fixed structures but in fact undergo constant remodelling to suit our needs. Our sedentary lifestyle is resulting in a chronic reduction in bone density amongst the general population, the overall result being more fractures. Walking, however, can reduce the risk of hip fracture by 30%. Walking adds

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more load to the bones, stimulating the production of more bone cells. But studies have gone even further and found that if you increase your pace (have a brisk walk rather than stroll), change direction regularly during your walk, or include a steep hill you can give even more protection against osteoporosis and fractures.

HEART DISEASE As one of the biggest modern-day killers, there is a huge amount of research supporting the prevention of chronic heart disease. Studies have now proven time and time again that simply walking every day can dramatically reduce your risk of developing chronic heart disease. A daily brisk walk results in a reduction in blood pressure, reduces cholesterol levels and can reduce the risk of coronary heart disease or stroke.

In fact, a study investigating high risk adults found that an extra 2,000 steps a day beyond their normal was associated with an 8% reduced risk of having a cardiovascular event.

CANCER & DIABETES You may be surprised to read that walking can alleviate chronic diseases such as cancer and diabetes but the effects are now well documented. A brisk walk can help manage and even prevent Type II Diabetes.

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The River Wey by St Catherine's Lock. National Trust

lack a physical activity, and even a small amount of activity improves natural antioxidants and lymphatic filtering, both of which eradicate pre-cancerous cells before they can take hold.

DIGESTION Exercise in general is critically important for our digestion.

Whilst we breathe, our diaphragm presses down on the digestive tract, massaging it and helping the digestive process. Unfortunately when we sit for long periods of time, our intestines are actually squashed and the diaphragm cannot descend fully so cannot help digestion. Not only does walking help healthy digestion, it can have impressive results for those with bowel conditions. Studies have shown that regular exercising including walking saw a dramatic improvement in abdominal pain and other symptoms for those with IBS. PREVENT DEMENTIA Currently around 1 in 14 of us will develop dementia over 65 and that number decreases to 1 in 6 over the age of 80.

Worldwide one new case of dementia is diagnosed every four seconds, making cognitive decline the most pressing issue of the 21st century. Crucially there is now a wealth of evidence to show that walking regularly can improve the health of our grey matter and even bring back some grey matter that has been lost!

ANTI-AGING We all want to look and feel younger but walking can actually achieve this. A study presented at the European Society of Cardiology congress provided evidence that regular aerobic exercise triggers an anti-aging process that helps to repair old DNA, suggesting that it may delay the aging process.

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Bright Shadow - ageing reimagined • HEALTH are privileged to witness some of the moments of joy and self-expression that come about as a result of engaging with arts and so Zest Communities are a way to allow friends and family to be part of those precious moments too. Surrey groups meet on alternate Wednesdays at the URC church Woking and at the Baptist Church Godalming. You can find a full list of dates at: http://brightshadow.org.uk/zestworkshops/zest-communities/zest-communitiessurrey/.

Is it only for people with dementia?

BRIGHT SHADOW exist to enable people living with dementia and those who love and care for them to live well and to thrive. Founded eight years ago by drama graduates Katy Hirst and Rhiannon Lane, Bright Shadow set out to ensure that there were opportunities for brightness and fun for all older people at every stage of life. Using performance activities and good doses of imagination, Bright Shadow’s Zest workshops offer opportunities for self-expression, exposure to new art forms and experiences, as well as the chance for families and friends to enjoy each other’s company.

What is Zest?

Zest is an approach to activity that has been developed by Bright Shadow through practice and evaluation. Each Zest workshop has its own theme, such as a Desert Island, or Diwali. Within each workshop highly skilled facilitators deliver singing, music, movement and story-making activities. These facilitators have the ability to enable engagement, no matter what physical or memory problems a person is experiencing. Zest workshops run in care homes and in the community by adapting the content to provide appropriate levels of challenge for the people taking part. Bright Shadow believe in people centred approaches and their facilitators are always open to including activities that reflect the personalities of the people in the group.

Zest Communities are award winning groups that meet fortnightly in communities across the South East of England. In January 2016, Bright Shadow started with one community in Kent. 18 months on they now have groups in seven towns in Kent and Surrey. Zest Communities are designed for people living with dementia and their carers, friends and family to come along to. Bright Shadow feel that they

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Bright Shadow has worked with thousands of older people and not all of them have dementia. They have worked with people in their 40s and 50s right up to people who have a telegram from the Queen!

Their skilled facilitators make sure that it is an inclusive group that everyone can enjoy.

There is now a lot of research that shows the benefits of taking part in arts activities. Movement and dance help keep you fit and balanced, singing has been proven to have numerous benefits for speech and mood, cognitive and imaginative activities help the elasticity of the brain which enables it to cope with dementia diseases better and social activity has numerous benefits on wellbeing. There has been such a dominating image of older age in the media but it is beginning to change and Bright Shadow is right there at the forefront, re-imagining and redesigning what ageing and living well with dementia can look like.

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INSPIRATION Reusable bags these days are more and more becoming a trending alternative to single-use plastic bags.

This month Giulia Mauri shows you how to decorate an ordinary blank canvas bag to make it into something special to be carried around the high street with pride.

It's an ideal project to be done with children from the age of 3 onwards that will literally help you reduce your carbon footprint!

DIFFICULTY:  (easy)

FUN: 

Gather all of the materials. Blank canvas bags can be purchased online for as little at 60p each. There are so many different sizes and models; with short or long handles and canvas thickness varies as well. If you are handy with a sewing machine you could indeed sew your own too.

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As for the fabric paint, it’s available in so many different colours, but to minimise the cost of this project, you could just buy primary (red, blue and yellow) and create secondary colours (purple, orange, green) by mixing them together. You’ll also need a medium size paintbrush, a couple of dishes to mix the colours in.

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COST:  (£3-£10)

When the hand/foot has completely been painted you are ready for the printing!

Position the hand just above the canvas and then gently rest it on the fabric of the bag and press it against it. (Tip: You want to make sure that even the paint in the concave part of the hand is touching the canvas as well otherwise you’ll end up with a gap).

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Wash or wipe the hand or foot before painting the other one. To fix the print permanently on your bag, turn it inside out once dry and iron it using a high heat setting.

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Prepare the area you are going to be working in. Newspapers or an oilcloth would be ideal.

If you are choosing to decorate with your children’s footprints you definitely want to carry out this project in the bathroom to avoid rainbow prints all over your lovely house.

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Begin by painting rainbow stripes on your child’s hand or foot. This process needs to be done fairly quickly to avoid the colour drying out. For an educational twist ask your child to pick the orders of which they would like the colours to be on the print beforehand. If they are a little bit older you could get them to stir the colours in the pot as well.

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Giulia Mauri is a local artist, illustrator and early years and prep school teacher. She runs art workshops and is the author of the upcoming book: “Miss Giulia is in the house! - Art and Craft Projects for Children of all Ages”.

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Happy New Houseplant • GARDENING

With Beth Otway Simply remove a fully developed leaf, and pot it up carefully in gritty, well-drained compost, ensuring that the base of the leaf is touching the compost. Cover with a clear plastic bag if you wish, but it's not essential.

NOW THAT the Christmas decorations have been taken down, if you find yourself wondering how to add a renewed freshness to your home, if you dream of an energising, yet relaxing sanctuary, then you might wish to consider growing some new houseplants and bringing some living greenery to your home.

It's best to work with the conditions that your home can provide. I find I can more accurately determine the brightness of a room if I am not trying to match it to a coveted plant that I am trying desperately to place. Don't worry, I can assure you that there are fabulous houseplants for any situation. I must also tell you that I recommend collecting rainwater to water all indoor plants - it can be awkward I know but worth it!

If your home offers somewhat shadier conditions, don't despair, there are plenty of beautiful and stylish houseplant companions that will love and enhance your room. Spathiphyllum wallisii, known as the peace lily, is such a darling of a houseplant. It’s easy going and great to be around, complementing any style of decor. Thriving in partially shaded, to shaded conditions, peace lilies have a fresh look and feel; they also purify the air, removing toxins. The more plants you install in a room, the greater the purifying effect and the sumptuous decadent feel.

If your room is really rather shaded, opt for a houseplant that will favour these conditions. Zamioculcas zamiifolia, the ZZ plant, is quite amazing, it thrives in partially shaded to deeply shaded conditions and can be grown in rooms with only artificial light. Its green, shiny leaves add a charming presence and life to any dimly lit room. If your interest in houseplants tends to wane during the summer months, then you'll be glad to know that the ZZ plant is remarkably tolerant of neglect. All of these plants will all be happy in temperatures Left: African violet. Above: ZZ plant. from 15C-25C. Below from left: Aloe Vera (Beth Otway) and a peace lily.

If your home is bright and full of natural light, a fabulous Aloe vera plant might tempt you. This beautiful, architectural succulent will provide you with fleshy leaves, which you can remove as and when their inner gel, with its cooling and soothing properties, is required to treat sunburn and other minor injuries.

Saintpaulia, or African violets, are often perpetual bloomers on windowsills; they even grow well above radiators. Place your African violet container on a saucer, and top the saucer up with water when the surface of the plant's compost begins to dry out.

Deadhead regularly for optimum flowering.

Take leaf cuttings to create new plants.

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FIND OUT MORE For more information about indoor plants including orchids, ferns and terrarium plants, outdoor gardening advice for the month ahead, and much more besides, visit my website www.pumpkinbeth.com.

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Competition INTO THE WILD and under using creative media, including art and sculpture, to create a mini-exhibition reflecting the year’s theme. In 2018 it will be ‘Into the Wild’.

AS ONE might expect from a charity founded by a wildlife artist the Surrey-based wildlife conservation charity, the David Shepherd Wildlife Foundation (DSWF) has a rich art heritage.

It is art that forms the heart of the foundation’s fundraising and engagement programmes which includes two great annual art competitions.

“Each year we run our Global Canvas Art Competition which seeks imaginative group entries from children aged 16 years

We encourage an emphasis on wildlife but all the Earth’s wonderful flora and fauna is there to be represented in as creative a way as possible", says education manager Jo Elphick

and there are some great cash prizes for the winners too.

If you, your children, your school, your class, your art or youth group would like to get involved you can find more information on the David Shepherd Wildlife Foundation website at: www.davidshepherd.org or call the team on 01483 272323.

“Come ‘Into the Wild’ with us in 2018 and you might be lucky enough to have your entry shortlisted for the Natural History Museum event next March!”

Entry for the Schools Competition is open until February 1st. The exhibition and prize giving will be hosted by the Natural History Museum in London on March 15th 2018.

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Vegetarian MARIA ELIA knew

Alongside The Modern Vegetarian, Maria

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inspired by her father’s

Plates draws on her Anglo Greek heritage and

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Cypriot restaurant.

Recipes

by Mariagives Elia After rigorous apprenticeships at

Smashing Plates was shortlisted for the Guild of Food Writers Cookery Book of the Year, it

Lemongrass and Sweetcorn Soup

some of London’s leading restaurants, she

was a Food52 Piglet Awards semi finalist and

began her progression through the culinary

also received a special commendation award at

the André Simons.

Fresh, seasonal corn is best for this, but you can always use frozen or tinned if none is available. Cauliflower and lemongrass is also Maria has appeared on Saturday Kitchen including El Bulli and Arzak. She then held her a wonderful combination – simply cut a small cauliflower into florets and follow the recipe as below. Then try roasting some thinly and Sunday Brunch, and has contributed to first head chef position at Delfina for nearly a sliced florets in a hot oven and adding to the remaining relish ingredients. various publications such as the Guardian, BBC decade, before setting up The Whitechapel world working within various kitchens,

Ingredients:

Gallery Dining Room, a role that garnered her rave reviews, two AA rosettes and a Michelin

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Good Food, Food and Travel and Olive.

Now based in London where she writes,

recommendation. was then headbutter, hunted and teaches, Maria has established 3 cornShecobs, 50g 1chefs small white onion, finely

chopped, 3cm fresh ginger, peeled and finely chopped, 1 red chilli, milk, 5 sticks lemongrass, finely chopped, salt and pepper, 4

to open ‘Jimmy’s restaurant at thefinely Landing’ in herself as 25g a consultant in demand, deseeded and chopped, plain flour,working 1.5 for litres California,tablespoons where she created acrème unique fresh restaurant start-ups fraîche.

Serves 4. worldwide. and eclectic Greek Californian cuisine.

1. Using a sharp knife, carefully cut the corn kernels from the cob. Set cobs and kernels aside.

2. Gently heat the butter. Add the onion, ginger and chilli and sauté until softened but not browned (about 5 minutes).

3. Add the flour, stir and cook for 1 minute.

Add the milk, lemongrass, corn and the cobs and stir, bringing to the boil. Reduce the heat and simmer for 20 minutes.

4. Discard the corn cobs and blend the soup in a food-processor until smooth, then pass through a sieve and season. Serve with a swirl of crème fraîche and Sweetcorn Relish.

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Miso broth with rice noodles I make this dish at least once a week for dinner – it’s a very satisfying meal and also makes you feel really cleansed! It’s so quick and easy, too; you can even make it in the advert breaks, if you are having a TV dinner. Mix it up with your favourite veggies; courgettes, sugar snaps, peas, all work, or try adding some tofu. My guilty pleasure is a splash of Thai sweet chilli sauce.

Ingredients:

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250g rice noodles, 3cm fresh ginger, peeled and finely sliced, 4 tablespoons yellow, red or white miso, 4 spears asparagus, sliced into 3cm pieces, 4 baby corn, halved, 1 carrot, peeled and thinly sliced, 100g brown cap mushrooms, thinly sliced, 150g broccoli florets, 4 tablespoons chopped coriander, 50g beansprouts, 2 spring onions, thinly sliced, 1 tablespoons soy sauce. Serves 4.

1. Cook the rice noodles according to the packet instructions.

2. Put 1 litre of water and the ginger in a large saucepan and bring to the boil.

Reduce the heat and stir in the miso.

Add the asparagus, baby corn, carrot, mushrooms and broccoli and simmer for 3 minutes. Add the coriander, beansprouts, spring onions and soy sauce. Cook for another minute.

3. Divde the noodles between 4 bowls and top with the vegetables and broth. Serve immediately.

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The Modern Vegetarian FOOD & DRINK •

Butternut Squash Tagine Here is my version of the amazing tagines I’ve had in Morocco. You can, of course, use any other variety of squash available or substitute carrots, turnips or courgettes. (The cooking times will vary slightly for each.)

Ingredients: 1 medium-sized butternut squash, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 onion, finely chopped, 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped pinch of salt, pinch of saffron threads, 3 teaspoons ground cumin, 1 teaspoon ground ginger, 2 teaspoons paprika, 2 teaspoons coriander seeds, crushed, 2 x 400g tins tomatoes, crushed by hand, 2 red chillies, split lengthways, 1 cinnamon stick, 1 tablespoon honey, 500ml water, sea salt and black pepper, half a small bunch of coriander, finely chopped, 50g roasted flaked almonds, to garnish. Serves 4.

1. Peel the butternut squash with a potato peeler.

Cut in half widthways, then again lengthways, scoop out the seeds with a spoon, then cut into approximately 2cm chunks. Reserve the peel and trim for stock.

2. Heat the olive oil in a pan, sauté the onion until softened, add the garlic and all the dry spices and cook ‘out’ for 2 minutes, until fragrant. Add the tomatoes, chillies, cinnamon stick, honey and water

and bring to the boil.

3. Add the butternut squash, season with sea salt and black pepper and simmer for 30 minutes until the mixture has thickened and the squash is tender, adding more water if necessary. Stir in the coriander and adjust the seasoning.

4. Sprinkle with almonds and serve with Buttered Chilli and Date Couscous (see below). And beware of the chillies!

Buttered Chilli Couscous In Morocco, couscous is traditionally lovingly prepared in a couscoussière; it is an art form – a prolonged process of steaming and dredging. The result, however, is sublime! Here is my simple, quick version using instant couscous.

Ingredients: 350g instant couscous, 50g butter, diced, finely grated zest of 1 lemon, 1 green chilli, deseeded and finely chopped pinch of salt, 350ml boiling water, 75g dates, pitted, finely sliced, half a small bunch of coriander, finely chopped.

Serves 4.

1. Place the couscous, butter, lemon zest and chilli in a bowl. Add a pinch of salt and pour over boiling water.

2. Cover with clingfilm and leave for 2–3 minutes to

steam. Remove the clingfilm and fluff with a fork to loosen the couscous grains.

3. Stir in the dates and coriander. Serve with the Butternut Squash Tagine as above.

Recipes taken from The Modern Vegetarian by Maria Elia. Published by Kyle Books. Photography by Jonathan Gregson. Readers can buy a copy for the special price of £13 (incl. free P+P, UK mainland only) by calling 01903 828503 and quoting ref. KB MENPSR. January 2018

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Volvo XC60 – the safest car in the world!

• ROAD TEST

With Andy Goundry

VOLVO INTEND to make their cars among the safest on the road and have pledged that by 2020 nobody will be killed or seriously injured in a new Volvo.

This quest has been so successful that safety experts Euro NCAP have just assessed the recently launched Volvo XC60 SUV as the safest car yet tested. Impressively, their rating was based on the car’s standard specification, unlike many manufacturers who rely on expensive option packs to boost safety.

So, are the XC60’s safety features helpful or intrusive? We set out to find out.

Volvo are now firmly established as a premium brand and the XC60 is beautifully finished inside and out. In true Scandinavian style, the cabin design is clean and minimalist with few physical switches, most functions being controlled through the portrait-format central touch-screen.

A second screen replaces the traditional dials and incorporates a camera-based traffic sign display. As well as this visual speed limit display, an audible warning alerts the driver to exceeding the prevailing speed limit.

Some lane departure systems give only an audible warning that the car is about to stray into another lane, unlike Volvo’s system which vibrates the steering wheel gently and nudges the car back into the lane if necessary. It also continually monitors for objects in the car's path and helps the driver to avoid them.

Oncoming Lane Mitigation is also standard and is intended to prevent head-on collisions. If you move out of your lane

into the path of an oncoming car, the system will warn you of the potential danger, automatically providing steering assistance to guide you safely back into your lane.

Blind spot warning systems are not uncommon, again Volvo's system goes much further than the usual warning light in the door mirror, and automatically applies the steering to bring the car back into the lane.

Thankfully, none of the advanced safety systems needed to be put to the test in our time with the XC60. However, they reassure by their very presence.

We did, however, try Pilot Assist, Volvo’s semi-autonomous driving option. This controls accelerator, brakes and steering to keep the car in the centre of its lane at a safe distance from the vehicle in front, and is intended to ease motorway driving.

Activation of the system is made very clear by a prominent symbol illuminating on the driver's display screen. Once in operation, the system can be disengaged by a simple touch on the brake pedal and re-engaged by one steering wheel button press. Overall, Pilot Assist works extremely effectively and certainly makes motorway driving easier.

So a big thumbs-up for the XC60 as a whole: not only very safe, also superb quality, spacious, quiet and refined, easy to drive, smooth and comfortable. Try one soon!

FIND OUT MORE A fuller review of the Volvo XC60 can be found on the writer's website www.autonews.uk.com. © Andy Goundry 18 November 2017

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Peaslake to Shamley Green DEVIL'S PUNCH BOWL: HIGH ROAD AND PINE VALLEY This walk takes you through woods and fields with several ups and downs, to a lunch stop in Shamley Green. The walk was submitted by Guildford Rambling Club (see guildfordramblingclub.org.uk). Visitors to these walks are welcome.

• THE WALK 1. Go out of the right-hand side at the back of the car park, up a slope and fork right to reach a road. Cross, jinking left to pick up a track, right, running away from the road and into trees. Walk through trees for just over ½ mile to reach another road. Along the way ignore a path right and pass Bentley Copse holiday site. At the road, go straight across into the side road opposite and immediately fork left onto a path labelled 'Shere Manor Estate Welcomes You To Hurtwood'.

2. Ignore unsigned paths right and left and continue steadily down to reach a gate and beyond it a crosspaths. Continue forward and quickly reach a road.

Go straight across to continue along the very wide track. At a yellow and blue arrow post, follow the yellow arrow right and up the very steep valley side.

At the top, emerge at a T-junction with a very wide track with a timber yard to your right. Continue forward along the wide track.

3. Soon take a path forking right which dips down and then back up to rejoin the track. Continue forward. Go straight across a big cross tracks and again continue forward. Look for a footpath forking right and down into the next valley. At the bottom the path swings left and reaches a multiway junction at the end of the valley. Continue forward (left) into trees and keep going until reaching a road opposite the end of Jelley’s Hollow. Cross, jinking right, to turn left and follow the Greensand Way (GS) up into trees. This takes you away from the road and then swings right (west) roughly parallel to it.

4. Follow the GS arrows for about ½ mile, along the way passing through the back of Hurtwood car park number 12, to reach Hurtwood car park number 6.

Don’t be tempted by the branches left that would take you off down a steep valley side. The GS takes

you across the back of the car park then down to a road. Cross, jinking left, to turn right and continue forward. Pass a gate and then fork left at a 2-way signpost. Gradually descend. Go over a crossing track and continue to another cross-tracks. The signpost here points only left but should also point forward. Go forward, straight across. You are still on the GS. 5. Soon, reach a gate and, immediately before it, the GS takes you down to the left. Drop down a field towards a house and a lake. The path swings right and runs along the edge of the property and into trees. It reaches a T-junction where you turn right and then emerge on a drive. Continue forward (i.e. left) and quickly reach a road. Turn right, walk 100 yards and then take a footpath left, next to Stroud Farm. This is still the GS. Follow it until it passes a large house and reaches a T-junction with a lane.

Turn left. Walk about 200 yards and then fork left, continuing forward to reach Shamley Green near the Red Lion and the green. For refreshments, you have the options of the Red Lion and the Bricklayers.

6. After lunch, walk towards the Bricklayers and the back of the green and take a narrow path, left, between Mellow House and the high Leylandii hedge of Summer Meadow. Follow this until it emerges on the tarmac lane that you traversed earlier. Continue forward to the far end of the lane and its T junction with a road. Cross, jinking left and taking a path climbing up to the right. Pass some steps and a gate on the right-hand side. Reach a cross-paths and continue on up the slope to reach a T-junction facing some barns. Turn right and take the track running along between fences. Soon look across to your left to see St Martha’s on the hill across a valley.

DISTANCE: 8.5 miles OS MAPS: Explorer 145 Guildford & Farnham and also Explorer and 134 Crawley & Horsham STARTING POINT: The Walking Bottom car park, about 250 yards along the road running West between the Hurtwood Hotel/Inn (GU5 9RR) and the church in Peaslake.

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7. Follow the track for under ½ mile to reach a right turn through two gates to a road. Go straight across onto the wide vehicle track opposite, signed to Kilnhanger. Follow this track for about a mile passing Kilnhanger and also Mayor House Farm, ignoring lefts and rights and eventually reaching a road. Turn left and walk about 200 yards to a junction where the road turns sharp left. Here, at the start of Row Lane, turn right on a footpath between hedges and down a slope. At the crosspaths at the bottom go straight ahead and up a hill, Dick’s Hill, to cross a tarmac track and continue on down the other side. The path becomes very steep as you descend carefully to a deeply sunken path at the bottom.

8. Cross straight over the path, up over a bank.

There is a gate immediately ahead but you turn left and walk across to the hedge to follow a path right and up a slope. Quickly reach a stile, left, and cross into a sloping meadow. Continue along the top edge of the meadow and, after 100 yards, go right and over a stile into a vineyard. Walk along the edge and, at the other side, go over a stile and turn right. Follow the path down to climb over a stile by a large wooden gate and into woodland.

Immediately reach a T-junction with a track and turn right. Quickly reach a fork with yellow and blue arrows. Choose the left fork and walk with a wire fence on your right-hand side. Soon you are walking beside a large grassy meadow with good views of the North Downs.

9. At a large wooden gate, ignore a footpath on the left and keep straight on. The path continues past Knowle Farm and its house, over to your right.

It then zigzags onto the concrete drive by Hound House with its long converted barn and reaches a road by the hound-pillared entrance gate. Turn right on the road and, because of the blind bend, walk on January 2018

the left. After 100 yards, turn left through a metal gate into a meadow, now with houses of Peaslake visible ahead. Avoid the wide track half-right across the centre and instead take a grassy path running along the left-hand side of the meadow.

10. After a small metal gate, the path runs beside a field. Another small metal gate is followed by another field, after which you emerge in a lane. Turn right to walk along the lane and for some 250 yards until you see a path forking off left. This cuts off a corner and takes you down to the starting car park.

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Bury Court Opera • PROFILE Founded in 2007 by John Coke and Suzanne Lemieux with the aim of providing a springboard for professional young artists and those working behind the scenes in opera, Bury Court Opera has quickly become known for its innovative repertoire and high production standards – regularly receiving four-star reviews and audience acclaim. “The enterprise, flair and innovation of this charming venue…knows no bounds” (OperaNow Magazine, 2016).

Dominic Bowe (left) in the title role, Mad King Suibhne, 2017

Bury Court Opera in Bentley is banishing the January blues by gearing up for its 2018 season in early March and, after a successful 10th anniversary season with four star reviews for Cosi fan tutte and Mad King Suibhne ("The audience was spellbound"), is embarking on its most ambitious project to date, a shortened (3 hour) version of Handel’s much-loved masterpiece Julius Caesar (or Giulio Cesare in Egitto to give it its full title.)

For much of the year, The Barn at Bury Court, just four miles west of Farnham, is a luxurious wedding venue, but every year in early spring a magical transformation takes place and the 180ft tithe barn (which is blessed with an exceptional acoustic) is converted into an opera house complete with tiered seating, custom-built stage and fabulous sets ready for Bury Court Opera’s annual ‘season’ – typically, five performances of one opera entirely directed, designed and performed by some of the best emerging Professional Young Artists.

John Coke and Suzanne Lemieux believe that the key to a successful production is an intimate setting and excellent casting, and are passionate about supporting young, up and coming professionals. True to that aim they do their best to spot the stars of the future and bring them to Bury Court.

The 2018 season, which runs from 8th to 17th March, is no exception, and sees outstanding French-Swiss soprano and baroque specialist Marie Lys leading the cast in her role debut as Cleopatra. Marie only graduated in 2015, but is already in great demand throughout Europe, so this may well be a unique opportunity to see her at Bury Court. Marie described Cleopatra as her ‘dream role’. As Caesar, BCO have cast the former BBC Cardiff Singer of the World finalist Helen Sherman – again, making her role debut.

The production will be directed by Greg Eldridge – who, at 27, was the youngest director ever to be accepted onto The Royal Opera House, Covent Garden’s Young Director Programme in 2015 and now divides his time between Ireland, Australia, Britain and just about anywhere else you can think of. Bury Court could not have been more delighted when he agreed to direct their 2018 production.

Left: Marie Lys and the poster for the production

FIND OUT MORE For more information and to book tickets visit www. burycourtopera.org or call the Box Office on 01420 520333.

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A very happy New Year to one and all. Do hope that you all had a good Christmas and that there wasn’t too much over indulgence! If you are looking to start the year with a fitness regime, there are a number of activities mentioned in Jottings, from Circle Dancing to organised walks and keep fit classes. As for ourselves, we will continue with the Pilates classes.

Winter Walk at RHS Garden Wisley To Saturday 31st March Wrap up warm and enjoy the colours of winter at Wisley.

Pick up a trail leaflet at the Garden entrance and follow the trail around the Winter Walk with its winter interest plants; colourful stems reflected in the lake, sweet smelling winter flowers, frost-covered leaves and many different barks showing off their rich textures and colours. Beyond the Winter Walk trail, slip into the Pinetum with its gentle giant evergreens; or wander along the grass paths through the Arboretum where skeleton trees are silhouetted against the sky. Drop in for a warming drink at one of the cafés, or stay for lunch. The walk is free with normal garden admission.

Grayshott Tea Party Tuesday 2nd January 2pm They are getting back into the swing of things very early in the New Year. Their first get together is in the Village Hall with a talk entitled ’History of our Village’ from Richard Peskett of Grayshott Heritage. If you miss that, then the Tea Party on Tuesday 6th February is a light-hearted look at life entitled ‘Why Me?’ with Gwen Appleton. New members are welcome – annual subscriptions are £15 due in January, with a delicious afternoon tea at under a £1 (optional).

They meet on the first Tuesday of every month in Grayshott Village Hall and organise outings and periodic lunches. If you would like to give them a try, the first time as a guest is free! For more details, telephone Margaret Taylor on 01428 604396. Community transport may be available, depending on location.

Extend Fun exercise class for over 60s Everyone is welcome to these seated standing dancing exercise classes. They take place on Mondays from 2.30pm3.30pm at Gostrey Centre, Farnham, on Wednesdays from 32 VANTAGEPOINT

12.30pm-1.30pm at the United Reform Church, Godalming and on Thursdays from 2pm-3pm at St. Joan of Arc, Farnham. Contact Jo Payne on 07880 722272 or email jololoma@yahoo.co.uk.

The Arts Society Grayshott Thursday 4th January 2pm The society begins its 2018 Programme in Grayshott Village Hall. In her lecture on ‘Gustav Klimt’, Ann Clements will explore how his style evolved and how his work was influenced by his visits to Venice and Ravenna. Then, on 1st February, in ‘Who was Tutankhamun?’ Anthony Russell will discuss what we have discovered about this boy and look at illustrations of many of the fabulous finds. For more information about these events and the society, contact Caroline on 01428 714276 or visit the website www. theartssocietygrayshott.org.

Farnham & District Ataxia Support Group Thursday 4th January 11am Ataxia is an umbrella term covering a range of neurological symptoms which affect one's balance and co-ordination in addition to problems with speech, vision, tremors, muscular weakness and chronic fatigue. There is no cure for Ataxia; it is progressive and degenerative. This support group formed 4 years ago and while their mailing list is 33 they usually get attendances of 15 at their two-monthly meetings. There are approximately 10,000 cases in the UK which means the condition is one of the rarest. Their next meeting will be held in the coffee shop of the Travelodge, Aldershot, followed by lunch in The Harvester, Aldershot. If you would like more information, you can contact Derek Wood at woody1404@ live.co.uk or call 07776 188877.

Grayshott Community Choir Thursday 4th January 7.30pm-9pm They meet at Grayshott Cricket Pavilion on Thursdays and at the start of a new year they invite you to try something new! They are holding a ‘Taster’ evening so why not pop along and sing with a very friendly and welcoming group of people. The new term starts on Thursday 11th January. For further information, call Isobel on 01428 607973.

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YOUR COMMUNITY NOTICEBOARD • Guildford Folk Dancers Thursday 4th January 8pm-10.15pm Make an enjoyable New Years’ resolution and keep healthy by trying English folk dancing with the Guildford Folk Dancers. The club meets weekly on Thursdays starting 4th January 8pm to 10.15pm at All Saints Church Hall, Onslow Village, Guildford, GU2 7QJ. They also hold dances on Saturdays and Sundays at Normandy Village Hall and welcome new and experienced dancers either with a partner or alone. For further details visit www.guildfordfolkdancers. org.uk or call 01428 683423.

Elstead Afternoon Women’s Institute Thursday 4th January 2.15pm for 2.30pm At this meeting Jane Hall, Chairman of Guildford Beekeepers and Apiary Manager, will speak on ‘Bee-keeping and the need for Pollinators.’ Jane will emphasise the important role bees play as pollinators for all our flowering plants. If you would like to become a member of the WI, the beginning of the New Year is a good time to do so. You will be very welcome – and there is always a delicious tea! The monthly speakers entertain on many different subjects, and in February Maureen Davies will be talking about ‘Working with Flowers’. For more information, contact Hilary Pettman on 01252 703217.

Farnham Roller Hockey Club Every Sunday from 5pm Have you just got your first pair of roller skates for Christmas and want to learn to skate, or do you enjoy roller skating and want more excitement? Then come to Farnham Roller Hockey Club – new members of all ages welcome.

Beginner’s sessions Sundays from 5pm (juniors) and more experienced skaters from 6.30pm. Held at Farnham Sports Centre, Dogflud Way GU9 7UD. Contact Adam on 07979 505878 or visit www.farnhamrollerhockey.co.uk for details.

Polesden Lacey’s New Exhibition Friday 5th January to Thursday 3rd May Adventures in Asia - a socialite abroad. In this new exhibition, the National Trust is throwing the spotlight on 25 years of the vivid Asian pieces in Polesden Lacey's collection, from books to ceramics and furniture. When Margaret Greville died in 1942, she left not only Polesden Lacey to the nation, but also her remarkable antiques, which form one of Surrey's most treasured collections.

Near Dorking. RH5 6BD. For more information visit www. nationaltrust.org.uk/polesden-lacey or call 01372 452048.

Farnham Speakers Club Monday 8th January Learn confidence through public speaking in a fun and supportive environment. Farnham Speakers Club meets on the 2nd and 4th Monday of every month at the Farnham House Hotel. For more information, email Annie on annie. pritchard@way-forward.co.uk or call 07866 086887.

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Pilgrim Wood is an elegant, 1920s country house situated in three acres of grounds in an area of outstanding natural beauty close to the North Downs Way. Our elevated position provides remarkable views of the surrounding countryside, yet we are conveniently located only two miles from the centre of Guildford.

Registered and compliant with the Care Quality Commission (CQC) for 35 residents over the age of 65 years, we provide long term residential and dementia care as well as respite and convalescent care in an individual, family run home.

We encourage our residents to partake in an active and varied lifestyle, including festive and social events, regular outings, and a daily program of group activities.

We welcome visitors, so please feel free to stop by or call to make an appointment.

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Soroptimist International Surrey Hills Monday 8th January and Friday 19th January Soroptimists are women working together to transform the lives of women and girls throughout the world. As a woman, do you want to make a difference to your life and to others in 2018? Are you interested in global projects and your local community? SI Surrey Hills meet in Godalming twice a month. They would love to hear from anyone interested in finding out more about them and their work. Have a look at their website www.sigbi.org/surrey-hills or contact them at sisecretarysurreyhills@gmail.com for further details.

Farnham Afternoon Bridge Club Wednesday 10th January 1.45pm They meet at Farnham Maltings every Wednesday afternoon except the first Wednesday in the month. Bridge (Rubber) starts at 1.45pm; they have a short tea break mid-afternoon and finish at 4.30pm. The members all enjoy their bridge and find it a great way to meet together in a nice friendly atmosphere. New members are very welcome and can obtain further information from the Membership Secretary, Eileen Besgrove on 01252 710819 or Trevor Lawson on 01252 543372.

The Good Shepherd Church Tuesday 9th January Worn out from all the festivities and the cooking? Then now is the time to be waited on, and what better way than having lunch at the Shepherds Rest café located in the pretty village church of The Good Shepherd, The Sands, Farnham, GU10 1LJ. Here you can choose from a range of homemade ‘specials’, whilst homemade soup, jacket potatoes, made to order sandwiches and sumptuous desserts are always available. The café will be re-opening on Tuesday 9th January at the normal times (12 noon until 2.30pm) and then every Tuesday. All profits from the café are now shared between The Good Shepherd’s new extension fund and The Good Shepherd Church Fabric Fund. For group bookings (6 or more) or further information on the café, contact Ann Payne at ann. payne303@btinternet.com or call 01252 782873.

Hale WI Wednesday 10th January 1.45pm Member Sue Bowness will entertain with tales of her travels.

Meetings take place at Hale Institute Village Hall on the 2nd Wednesday of each month. New members are assured a warm welcome and a varied and interesting programme of activities and speakers is planned for 2018, their 95th year!

Visitors also very welcome, entrance fee £3.50. For more information call Diana on 01252 722817 or Sue on 01252 714363.

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Grayshott Concerts Wednesday 10th January 7.30pm Nicola Benedetti is one of the most sought-after violinists of her generation and is, arguably, the most famous British violinist since the time of Yehudi Menuhin. So, you can

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YOUR COMMUNITY NOTICEBOARD • imagine the delight of Grayshott Concerts in announcing that Nicola Benedetti MBE will perform the Brahms Violin Concerto with the famous London Mozart Players at St Luke’s Church, Grayshott. The programme will include Beethoven’s Coriolan Overture and Brahms’ Symphony No.1 in C minor. The performance will be conducted by her longtime associate, Leonard Elschenbroich, who will be known to many as the accomplished and charismatic cellist working in trio with Nicola and pianist, Alexei Grynyuk. This concert is sure to be a sell out so I am not sure as to the availability of tickets but try at www.grayshottconcerts.co.uk.

Grayshott Gardeners Wednesday 10th January At their first meeting of the year in the Village Hall, Julian Reed will be speaking on the subject of ‘Ferns’. He holds the National Collection, and is a member of BPS – British Pteridological Society, so is well qualified to unravel and explain the many beautiful varieties to be found. Doors open at 7.30pm for an 8pm start. Members free, visitors £5.

The new 2018 GG Handbook will be available and annual membership remains at £15. Details on 01428 722000 or visit www.grayshottgardeners.com.

Helping Disadvantaged Children Action for Children helps disadvantaged children across the UK. As a local support group they raise vital funds and have fun at the same time. They have run coffee mornings, garden parties, walks and teas. They are always looking for new fundraising ideas and for more volunteers to help organise them. Contact jofreeborough@hotmail.com if you would like to join them with fundraising for this worthwhile charity.

Heartstart Farnham Lions After more than five years of service to the community by holding over one hundred classes teaching Emergency Life Support (ELS) skills to ordinary people, Heartstart Farnham Lions re-commence in January. They will be holding classes on Wednesdays on the following dates: January 10th and 24th, February 7th and 21st, March 7th and 21st, April 4th and 18th.They are bookable now via the website www.heartstartfarnhamlions.co.uk or email www.heartstartfarnhamlions.co.uk. They are free, as all teaching staff are volunteers, but voluntary donations towards expenses (room hire/equipment, etc) would be very welcome. Classes start at 7pm and last about 2.5 hours.

The training venue is expected to remain in the St John Ambulance Hall, near Waitrose, Farnham, but any necessary changes will be notified to individuals who have booked for affected classes. Further information, including course content, can be found on the scheme’s website.

The Seale & Sands WI Thursday 11th January at 2.30pm They welcome 2018 with a talk by David Allen on ‘Black Teeth and Dirty Fingernails’ (I really can’t imagine what January 2018

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These are just two of the exciting and interesting talks programmed to take place during 2018.Talks take place in The Sands Rooms, The Sands. Call 01252 782064 for further details.

Circle Dancing How about making a New Year’s resolution to try Circle Dancing (or World Dancing). It 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 tenweek terms, 7.30pm-9.30pm. St Catherine's Hall Guildford on the third Tuesday of the month, 7.30pm-9.30pm. WI Hall Hartley Wintney on the second Wednesday of the month, 7.30pm-9.30pm. Contact Lynn on 01420 474881.

Farnham & District Museum Society Evening Talks Thursday 11th January 7.30pm for 7.45pm ‘The Age of Brass and Glass’: Victorian telescope makers and astronomers (including two local observers Richard Carrington and Walter Goodacre). A lecture by Laurence Anslow FRAS. The venue is The United Reformed Church, South Street, Farnham, (please use the Victoria Road side 36 VANTAGEPOINT

entrance). Non-members very welcome, no need to book £3 per visitor. www.farnhammuseumsociety.org.uk.

Farnham Maltings Friday 12th January 7.30pm Michael Portillo: Life: A Game of Two Halves. Since leaving the House a decade ago, Michael has endeared himself to a wider audience with his obvious respect for solid workmanship and creative energy, as found in our great Victorian Railway. Listen to his extraordinary story, told with a light almost ‘stand up’ touch, and then feel free to question him about it. Tickets are £17.50; pre-show dining and ticket £26. Call The Box Office on 01252 745444 or go to www. farnhammaltings.com.

Waverley Dowsers Society Friday 12th January 7.15pm for 7.30pm They meet at The Unitarian Hall, Meadrow, Godalming GU7 3JB, opposite the Texaco garage on the A3100. Meetings are held every 2nd Friday of the month and the Society is both a fun and a scientific group. They meet to learn and practise dowsing which includes earth energy forces which can adversely and beneficially affect houses, gardens and work places and a lot more besides. Also includes hands on energy for healing. Check their website for more information www.waverleydowsers.co.uk or contact the Chairman Geoff on 01276 472977.

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YOUR COMMUNITY NOTICEBOARD • Computing Help Age UK Surrey is offering a free drop-in service from 10am to 12 noon on weekdays for those over 50s to help with their computing problems, with laptop, tablet, Ipad or phone, at the Computer Drop-in Centre located at the Dray Court on Madrid Road, Guildford GU2 7UW. Novices, beginners and experienced users are all welcome to use the service. No appointment required; just drop in. For further information phone 01483 452944 or email computerdropin@ ageuksurrey.org.uk.

The RSPB North East Hants Local Group Saturday 13th January 7.30pm Shetland to Scilly, Birds of the British Isles is the title of a talk by a new and highly recommended speaker, Ashley Grove. On a journey that runs the length of the UK, Ashley’s cast includes 130 species in a fantastic slide show ending with a montage of stunning images all set to music. This is a brilliant way to begin the New Year and prepare for what you might see on holiday in the UK. Takes place at St Philip & St James' Church Hall, Kings Road, Fleet GU51 3AR. The meeting is open to non- group members, but there is a charge of £3 for visitors. Free parking at the hall. For more information about the group, visit www.northeasthantsrspb. org.uk.

New Ashgate Gallery Saturday 13th January to Saturday 24th February ‘Eastern Influence’ is the title of an exciting new exhibition exploring the dialogue between east and west. It features the work of four artists brought together through their shared expression of the technical skill and spirit of the oriental arts. Through their craft in ceramics, textiles and jewellery making, Tim Andrews, Adam Frew, Hendrike Barz-Meltzer and Nao Fukumoto O'Neill explore the rich aesthetic of the Far East. The gallery is situated in Wagon Yard, Farnham GU9 7PS and is open Tuesday-Saturday from 10am-5pm. Free admission.

One Winter’s Night at Guildford’s Yvonne Arnaud Theatre Saturday 13th January Hosted by local singer-songwriter Gavin Thomas, all proceeds from this extraordinary evening of live music from local singers and songwriters will go to charity. Featuring Marcus Coyne, Damian Wilson, Ellie Fountain, Byron Johnston, Joshua Selimi, Harry Baker, Rebecca Jayne, Harry Miller and The Imaginary Hat. For more information, visit www.yvonne-arnaud.co.uk or call 01483 440000.

Butterflies in the Glasshouse Saturday 13th January to Sunday 4th March 10am3.45pm This is a favourite event at RHS Garden Wisley. Linger among the lovely lepidoptera as they lift off from luscious leaves in the tropical zone of The Glasshouse. Lose those winter blues with the exotic colours of butterfly wings and blooming plants from faraway lands. Pre-book a viewing slot for busy January 2018

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New Year Celebration at Guildford’s Yvonne Arnaud Theatre Sunday 14th January Southern Pro Musica present a programme of great classics from opera and ballet, featuring your favourite Tchaikovsky music from Swan Lake and The Sleeping Beauty, sparkling orchestral overtures by Verdi and Nicolai, and the beautifully haunting violin solo of Massenet’s Meditation. For more information, visit www.yvonne-arnaud.co.uk or call 01483 440000.

Young Quilters Workshops Sunday 14th January 10.15am-12-15pm and 1.15pm3.15pm You will be able to make a quilted pencil case. Sewing machines and all materials are supplied and the workshop is suitable for 8-18year olds and costs £5. For details and to enrol, email sheilamusson@btinternet.com. It takes place at Farnham Maltings Quilters Fair, Bridge Square Farnham GU9 7QR. More information at http://craft. farnhammaltings.com/portfolio/quilters-sale/.

The Williams Club Monday 15th January 2.20pm–4pm This great club exists to help people with sight loss in Farnham. They start the New Year with a fun quiz masterminded by David and Frank for the January meeting, followed by tea and cakes and a raffle. If you know of anyone who suffers with poor eyesight, please encourage them to go along to this friendly club which meets monthly.

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Farnham Maltings Season Launch Monday 15th January 7pm An opportunity to join them to hear all about the upcoming 38 VANTAGEPOINT

season. With events and entertainment from theatre to music, comedy to ballet there’s something for everyone. So pop along for a drink, nibbles and a chat about what to look out for. What’s more, it’s free!

West Surrey Wine Society Monday 15th January 7.30pm The Wine Society's New Year starts with a tasting of Hungarian wines at Farnham Conservative Club. 'Volcanic Wines of Hungary' will be presented by Lilla O'Connor from Wines of Hungary. Hungary has a long history of wine making - one of the oldest in Europe. It has an ideal climate, extensive areas of volcanic soils and a rich diversity of local grape varieties. For more information about the society, visit www.westsurreywinesociety.org.uk.

The Arts Society Farnham Tuesday 16th January 10.30am They hold their lectures in the Great Hall at The Maltings.

Their next lecture is entitled ‘Romancing The Rails: British Railway Posters – On Track With The World’s Best’ by Charles Harris. This lecture presents the best of British railway poster art to celebrate the Golden Age of British Railways (1923-47), focusing on The Big Four railway companies and comparing their posters with the best from around the world. It’s a lively and romantic story. Nonmembers are welcome. Contact the membership secretary on 07918 883515, or email memberstasfarnham@gmail. com to book your ticket for £5 or, for more information, consult the website www.theartssocietyfarnham.org.uk.

Private Lives at Guildford’s Yvonne Arnaud Theatre Tuesday 16th to Saturday 20th January Strong passions and stronger personalities set the stage for a classic battle of the sexes in Noël Coward’s sparkling comedy set in 1930. Champagne flows and the sea shimmers in the moonlight as two newly-married couples prepare for the evening ahead! For more information, visit www.yvonne-arnaud.co.uk or call 01483 440000.

Voluntary Action South West Surrey Voluntary Action South West Surrey is a local support and development organisation working with the voluntary sector to provide advice, support and information. If you would like to find out more about what volunteer roles are available and how you can get involved, you can contact their volunteer centres on 01483 565456 or 01252 725961 or email guildfordvc@vasws.org.uk.

CAP Money Course Wednesday 17th January 7.30pm–9.30pm Members of Weybourne Community Church in Farnham wanted to help people in their local community to best handle the economic climate so underwent specialised training from UK charity Christians Against Poverty. Now they are offering a 4-session course aimed at putting the joy back into money by teaching people how to chart their household

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income and take control of their expenditure. The venue for the course is Millstream Community Room, Millstream, Farnham GU9 9HT. This course is free to attend. However pre-booking is required. To book and for further information, contact Gille Bulteel on 01252 715542 (evenings) or e-mail info@weybournecommunitychurch.org.uk. For further information, visit www.weybournecommunitychurch.org. uk.

Western Front Association Surrey Branch Wednesday 17th January 'Kathy Atherton: Dorking in the Great War'. Based upon years of extensive research, Kathy Atherton will talk about the experience of Dorking and surrounding villages in the war.

Kathy will focus on how the war was experienced in a small town rather than at the Front. It will bring together research into the changes in daily life brought about by the war, with conclusions drawn from research into over 800 local casualties. They meet at Cobham Day Centre. For full details contact Andy Thompson at info@eyewitnesstours.com or call 01306 880960.

Bake, Natter and Roll WI Thursday 18th January 8.15pm Bake Natter and Roll WI meet in central Farnham at the United Reformed Church, South Street on the third Thursday of the month at 8.15pm. New members and guests are always welcome and pay £4. They start their January 2018

2018 programme on January 18th with a talk from Brigitte Gillespie about patchwork quilting and a display of some of her quilts. For more information email farnhamwi@gmail. com or visit their Facebook page www.facebook.com/ bakenatterandroll.

The Bourne WI Thursday 18th January Join them for a crafty evening making green hearts for Valentine’s Day. They are making the hearts to show love for all they want to protect from climate change. The changes needed to protect the world have begun! Tea, cake, chat, fun and laughter guaranteed. They meet at Brambleton Hall, Talbot Road, Farnham GU98RR. All new members and visitors are most welcome. For more information contact Gail on 01252 735751 or thebournewi@gmail.com.

Millbridge WI Thursday 18th January 7.30pm Millbridge WI meets on the third Thursday of every month at the Marindin Hall, Frensham GU10 3DG, usually for a talk on a wide variety of topics, followed by delicious refreshments.

In January, Alison Hoyland will be talking on Never Judge a book by its Cover. They also get involved in many local activities. If you would like to see what they are about, do go along as a visitor or contact Iris McLeish on 01252 792868 for more information.

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Jottings Elstead Players Elstead Players, a small amateur theatrical society based in Elstead, are looking for more members. They meet in Elstead Village Hall at 8pm every Wednesday to organise events and put on plays or musical shows in the months of April and October. The skills employed in any given production are many and varied and include acting, music, singing, set design, stage management, sound and lighting control and props and makeup. If you are interested in any of these, or just want to have some fun, they invite you to join them and use your skills, and perhaps learn new ones! Have a look at their website elsteadtheatrical.co.uk or contact Peter Samuel on 08442 329460.

Les Amitiés Françaises Thursday 18th January They start their 2018 programme with a talk on the main characters of the French Revolution by Thierry Viennois.

Thierry is a really interesting and well-prepared lecturer, used to foreign audiences and an inspiring talk is expected.

You will be most welcome to go along to the Baptist Church Hall in Godalming GU7 1BA. Doors open at 7pm with coffee and biscuits and the lecture starts at 7.30pm. New members and visitors are welcome; please get in touch with John Petty on john.petty@which.net or visit www. amitiesfrancaises.com or Facebook @amitieswaverley.

Farnham Society Friday 19th January 8pm 'The Lady with the Lamp - The Florence Nightingale Story' is a lecture by Major Paul Whittle at St. Joan’s Centre, Tilford Road, Farnham. Members £3, Non members most welcome at £6, students £2 payable at door. Any enquiries, call 01252 702449.

Phyllis Tuckwell Shops Need Volunteers Are you looking for a meaningful way to spend some spare time? If so, Phyllis Tuckwell could use your help in one of its 19 charity shops, which are located in towns and villages across West Surrey and North East Hampshire. These shops raise vital money to fund the supportive and end of life care which Phyllis Tuckwell offers to local patients and families who are living with a terminal illness such as cancer – but they need your help. To find out more, please contact your local shop or email voluntary.services@pth.org.uk.

Guildford Astronomical Society at Guildford Cathedral Saturday 20th January 6pm-9pm Once more, Guildford Cathedral opens its famous Angel Doors for an astronomical event, combining stargazing, access to experts and enthusiasts, displays and craft and children's activities with a stellar theme and featuring two eminent speakers - the evening promises fun and all the wonder of the universe. On the south side of the cathedral a chain of telescopes will be staffed by members of Guildford Astronomical Society as well as visiting societies. These will allow viewing of the winter sky. Please do wrap up with extra layers as it can be chilly but well worth queuing 40 VANTAGEPOINT

for a view! The two talks will be given inside the newlyrefurbished cathedral. There is no entrance fee, plenty of parking but this may be very popular. Refreshments will be available.

Burns Night Saturday 20th January 7pm for 7.30pm You are invited to celebrate Burns Night with a supper and music at the Sands Golf Club– in aid of the Pilgrim Project at Farnham United Reformed Church. It promises to be a nostalgic evening with a piper and the haggis will be addressed in the traditional manner. Rough Folk will provide the music and there will be Scottish dancing with a caller and a raffle at the end of the evening. At £40 the ticket includes the dinner and the ceilidh. Last year’s supper was a great success and this year’s promises to be even better! Tickets are on sale at the Spire Coffee Bar in South Street (open from 10 am to 2pm from Monday to Friday) or email the church office at office@farnhamurc.org.uk or call 01252 726306.

Make Life Sweeter for a Child in your Area Form a new volunteer support group for the NSPCC or join an existing one! Get together with friends, have fun and raise vital funds for children. Perhaps you could arrange a coffee morning, golf day, dog walk or cake sale? Or come up with your own fundraising ideas – it’s a great way to meet new people and help vulnerable local children. On behalf of them all – thank you. Please contact Sarah Ferris, Community Fundraising Manager on 07769 301528 or sarah.ferris@ nspcc.org.uk.

Julian Lewry Music Saturday 20th January What a great way to blow away the January blues with an evening of Beatles music, provided by the excellent tribute band The Vox Beatles. They give an incredibly accurate portrayal of the recordings that we all know and love. The equipment is identical and the costumes are reproduced in detail. A real musical and visual treat.

Tickets are £14 in advance or £17 on the door. To book, go to www.julianlewrymusic.com/www.facebook.com/ farncombemusicclub or call 01483 421520/07769 592452.

Guildford Rambling Club From Sunday 21st January Their walks programme can be found at www. guildfordramblingclub.org.uk. Unless otherwise stated visitors are welcome to try them out on any of the walks which normally start at 10am. For the 10 mile walk from Bramley on Sunday 21st January, call Bob, on 07745 572494. Look to Steve on 07957 803912 as your contact for the 8 mile walk from Gomshall on Sunday 28th January.

For the 10 mile walk from Alresford on Sunday 4th February it will be Dick, on 07516 407936. Then Sally B on 01306 885976 for the 8 mile walk from Fernhurst on Sunday 11th February.

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Astolat Model Railway Circle 50th Exhibition Sunday 21st January 10am-5pm Celebrating their 5th annual exhibition with lots of Model Railways to enjoy. Second hand sales table, specialist traders, free vintage bus shuttle between the venue and Guildford Railway Station. Free parking, wheelchair friendly.

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Helen Arkell Dyslexia Centre Monday 22nd January to Monday 5th March They are also running a course for parents to help them support their children who have to deal with dyslexia. It involves attending for six Monday mornings from 10am to 1pm at the centre in Arkell Lane, Frensham, Farnham GU10 3BL. The cost is £125 for all six sessions or £25 for each session. For more information and to book, go to www. helenarkell.org.uk/courses/help-course-for-parents-infrensham.php.

The Probus Club of Farnham Tuesday 23rd January The club was founded in 1969 as a Luncheon Club for men of retirement age from professional and business backgrounds., Meetings are held usually on the fourth Tuesday of the month at The Farnham House Hotel, and often have an informal talk by a member speaker or occasionally one from outside. At the next meeting they January 2018

welcome a guest speaker from Waverley Borough Council Planning Department, who will be speaking on’ Farnham’s West Street Development’. If you are interested in joining, contact their Honorary Secretary, Maxwell Hubbard, at maxwellhubbard2@yahoo.co.uk.

Historical Association (West Surrey Branch) Tuesday 23rd January 7.30pm Nicola Tallis presents her lecture entitled ‘Crown of Blood: The Deadly Inheritance of Lady Jane Grey.’ Pretensions to power in Tudor England had a habit of proving lethal. It takes place at St Nicolas’ Hall, Bury Street, Guildford GU2 4BW. Visitors very welcome (£3 at the door) students free. Further information from Rollo Crookshank on 01252 319881 or email crookshank@starkmann.co.uk.

Farnham Rep Tuesday 23rd January 7.30pm Farnham Rep has organised a reading of ‘The Dark Earth and the Night Sky’ by Nick Dear. It takes place upstairs at Brasserie Blanc, Castle Street, Farnham GU9 7HR. Call 01252 316009 for tickets.

The Importance of Being Earnest at Guildford’s Yvonne Arnaud Theatre Wednesday 24th January to Saturday 3rd February Gwen Taylor and Susan Penhaligon star in Oscar Wilde’s wonderfully witty, deliciously decadent comedy. Take a turn

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The Arts Society – Farnham Evening Wednesday 24th January 7.30pm They have an evening talk on ‘The Seven Wonders of the Ancient World’ and it takes place at Farnham College, Morley Road, Farnham GU9 8LU. Stephen Kershaw will discuss why and how the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World were chosen. This talk will combine literary and artistic evidence for the monuments, and bring them to life once again. Please arrive by 7.30pm latest, peruse the books and socialise. The talk will commence at 7.50pm.

There is free parking and visitors are most welcome. (£5 if you are a member of another NADFAS group, or £7) Either show up or contact: kay.roudaut@btopenworld. com or call 01252 793811. More information at www. theartssocietyfarnhamevening.org.uk.

Farnham & District Museum Society Evening Talks Thursday 25th January 7.30pm for 7.45pm ‘Rock Steady- The Gibraltar Story’- a lecture by Paul Whittle takes place at the United Reformed Church, South Street, Farnham, (please use the Victoria Road side entrance). Nonmembers very welcome, no need to book - £3 per visitor. www.farnhammuseumsociety.org.uk.

Tea Dance with New Adventures Friday 26th January 3pm–5.30pm Join them at Farnham Maltings for cake and dancing – two of their favourite things! Matthew Bourne’s internationally renowned dance company New Adventures hosts a tea dance led by Jenny Thomas, who has worked on Strictly Come Dancing and is one of the world’s specialists, in swing, lindy hop and Charleston. Tickets include tea, coffee, scones and cakes. Cost £4.

Come and Sing Elgar’s Dream of Gerontius Saturday 27th January 10am–4.30pm The Vivace Chorus are holding a Come and Sing day. It costs £24 and includes music hire, tea and/or coffee throughout the day, and a delicious lunch of homemade soup and quiche, and of course, you will sing this glorious music with their wonderful conductor, Jeremy Backhouse and incredible accompanist, Francis Pott. This annual event usually sells out, so book straight away. It is at Normandy Village Hall (plenty of parking). For more details and also to apply online, visit www.vivacechorus.org.

Grayshott Folk Club's Barn Dance Saturday 27th January 7.30pm-11pm Their first event of 2018 will be a Barn Dance in Grayshott Village Hall, featuring Farnham’s very own Hog’s Back 42 VANTAGEPOINT

Band and Caller, Lisa Purkiss. Late January is notorious for being the gloomiest time of the year and they are hoping as many as possible will join them, including whole families.

Don't worry if you have never been to a Barn Dance before because their caller, Lisa Purkiss will put everyone at ease and make things as simple as possible. Lisa also has a wicked sense of humour! Tickets are £12 for adults and £6 for under 16s and are available from Grayshott Post Office, Grayshott Wine Centre and Haslemere Bookshop. You can also ring Des O'Byrne on 01428 607096. More at www. grayshottfolkclub.co.uk.

Farnham Maltings Saturday 27th January 2.30pm Here is something for the younger ones, in fact ages 4–9 is recommended. Ripstop Theatre presents ‘A Real Alien Adventure’. Follow intrepid explorer Amelia Buttersnap on an intergalactic adventure to discover if aliens really do exist and what they want with her cat? A fun and engaging show for all the family full of homemade gadgets, magic and shadow play. Tickets are £8 (£7 when booked with 2 or more £8 children’s shows). Call the Box Office on 01252 745444 or go to www.farnhammaltings.com.

The Waverley Singers and Romsey Choral Society Performance Saturday 27th January Performing Verdi's towering masterpiece, the Messa da Requiem. Famously described as 'an opera in all but name', it's conceived on a huge scale, with four soloists, a large orchestra including an oversized bass drum,and offstage brass fanfares. It's simply high drama from start to finish, an extraordinarily dramatic and powerful work.

The performance takes place in Guildford Cathedral, conducted by Waverley Singers' Director of Music, Richard Pearce. Tickets are now available from all Waverley Singers members, online at Ticketsource.co.uk,, Strutt & Parker, Farnham and Newbury Building Society, Alton. Please see www.waverleysingers.com for full details.

Vintage Fashion Fair Saturday 27th January 10am-4pm Taking place at Farnham Maltings. Spend a leisurely Saturday browsing and buying from the many stalls of beautiful vintage clothing, shoes, handbags, hats, jewellery and textiles. All authentically vintage and dating from 1900s-1980s. The fair offers wearable vintage at affordable prices and a selection of vintage designer labels. Something to suit all tastes and budgets. Entry £2 (under 16's free).

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Stephen K Amos: Bread & Circuses Tuesday 30th January 8pm How about a bit of comedy to brighten up the winter?

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• Live-in Care • Specialist Care • Post Operative Care • Companionship Farnham Maltings is the venue for this stand up show that should put a smile on your face. Brexit, Trump, no more Mary Berry on The Great British Bake Off - things are looking bleak! So best to just forget all about it. Comic maestro Stephen K Amos might not be able to provide bread to the hungry masses, but no one else is going to put on a better circus! Tickets are £17.50; call The Box Office on 01252 745444 or go to www.farnhammaltings.com.

Romeo & Juliet Saturday 3rd to Saturday 24th February Guildford Shakespeare Company open their 2018 season with Shakespeare’s timeless love story. Staged in Surrey's largest Georgian church, Holy Trinity in Guildford, this siteresponsive production will be staged in the same period (late 1700s) as the church. Directed by Charlotte Conquest the production will also feature original choral music composed

by Mary Mcadam. Tickets are £25, concessions £21, under 16 £16.50. Family tickets are £80 (2 adults+2 children). To book, go to www.guildford-shakespeare-company.co.uk or call 01483 304384.

Julian Lewry Music Saturday 3rd February Here is a terrific concert for any Genesis fans. Genesis Visible Touch is a tribute band that gives top drawer musical performances and exemplary vocals. They perform songs January 2018

from the great albums that this amazing band produced.

Tickets are £14 in advance or £17 on the door. To book, go to www.julianlewrymusic.com/www.facebook.com/ farncombemusicclub or call 01483 421520/07769 592452.

Theatre Club From Friday 9th February This is a free group for anyone in the Farnham and Aldershot area who is interested in seeing and talking about contemporary theatre. Once a month or so we pick a show at the Maltings or West End Centre that’s exciting, challenging or thought provoking, and meet afterwards in the bar to swap opinions and thoughts. Everyone is welcome: you don’t need to know anything about theatre and you can be honest about what you think. No need to join formally, just drop in. To take part in Theatre Club, book your own ticket for the performance (contact details below), enjoy the show, find them in the foyer afterwards. Theatre Club dates for 2018 are; 9th February, The Maltings: Manwatching. 10th March, West End Centre: Growing Pains. 21st March, West End Centre: Testosterone.

28th April, The Maltings: Nuketown. 17th May, West End Centre: Dollywould. Booking at www.farnhammaltings.com, tel: 01252 745444. or www.hampshireculturaltrust.org.uk/ west-end-centre, tel: 01252 330040. You can contact them at theatreclubfa@gmail.com or visit them on twitter or facebook at @theatreclubfa.

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Don’t miss this delightful programme. Tickets available from Chamberlain Music, Wey Hill, online at www.WeGotTickets. com and from HHH on 01428 642038. Age 8-25 free.

Bury Court Opera Thursday 8th, Saturday 10th, Tuesday 13th, Thursday 15th, Saturday 17th March Don’t miss the chance to see Handel’s operatic Masterpiece Giulio Cesare at Bury Court, Bentley, GU10 5LY. They are incredibly excited about their 2018 production – young Australian Director Greg Eldridge at the helm, (Greg was the youngest ever director on ROH Covent Garden’s young artist programme) and emerging star Marie Lys in her role debut as Cleopatra. Bury Court Opera is probably not as widely known as it should be. Founded in 2007 they are a small professional opera company and perform in an intimate and acoustically superb barn in Bury Court Bentley. For enquiries email emacnaghten@burycourtopera.org or to find out more about them, visit the website www.burycourtopera.org.

The 2018 Farnham Beerex Thursday 12th - Saturday 14th April The date for the 42nd Beerex that takes place at Farnham Maltings has been announced so I thought you might like to make a note. Ticket prices have been held at £10 and the public sale will be at the Maltings on Sunday February 11th from 8am until 10am or earlier if tickets are sold out. Any remaining tickets will be available via the ‘Lions’ website and the Maltings website. www.farnhamlions.org. uk/farnhambeerex or www.farnhammaltings.com/venue/ box-office/.

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