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Dorking & Villages • August 2016

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Jottings is your community noticeboard for local events and information, edited by Nick and Angie Crisell. To feature here, please email us at jottings@vantagepublishing.co.uk by the copy date shown below. Please note that space is limited and inclusion cannot be guaranteed.

August is always a quiet month. Family holidays are the name of the game and I have to say that we are no exception. If you’re not going away there is still a lot to do.

If you want some help, take a look at our main feature this month to give you some great ideas. When the sun shines, there are few nicer places to be than dear old England.

Whatever you get up to, have a great month.

Connect This is a group for carers and partners with dementia. They continue to meet over the holiday period in August and September, so do make contact or just go along. They meet in St Lawrence Church Hall form 10am to 12noon on alternate Thursdays - August 4th, and 18th and September 1st, 15th and 29th. They have something for everyone, activities for all, puzzles, quizzes, music, snooker music and more. Pop along for refreshment, friendship, activities and fun. For more information, contact Gill on 01372 457987 or email GillianMWalker@gmail.com or call Kim on 01932 586988.

Rocket Science To Wednesday 31st August The RHS teamed up with the UK Space Agency to send 2kg of rocket seeds to the International Space Station for the Rocket Science project. These seeds have returned to Earth and been distributed to 10,000 schools across the country, so that children can carry out their own experiments to discover the effects of space travel on food production.

Launching this summer will be a free activity every weekday including gardening, music, and arts and crafts linked to the mission. Look out for rocket-filled dishes at Taste of Wisley cafés and the Food Hall, or pick up star and rocket cookies for your picnic. Take your family along for a full day

of fun every day of the holidays. Activities every day, some bookable in advance; visit www.rhs.org.uk/wisley for what’s on when. Normal garden admission applies.

Dorking Scrabble Club Thursday 4th July 7.30pm The Dorking Scrabblers are a friendly group and will make you welcome whether you are a beginner or an expert.

Play is every Thursday in the Roy Currie Room in the United Reformed Church, West Street, Dorking. For details ring Priscilla on 01737 767072 or David on 01306 889308.

50 Things Fridays at Leith Hill Tower Fridays 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th August 11am-3pm (drop in anytime) See how many of the 50 things you can do before you’re 11 ¾ at Leith Hill Tower this summer. Take part in nature trails, den building and crafts as well as climbing to the top of the highest point in the South East of England. The cost is £4 per child to include entry to the tower. See www. nationaltrust.org.uk/leith-hill for more information.

RHS Wisley Lots more on at RHS Wisley this August. Flavoursome Fridays is every Friday to 2nd September inclusive - try a selection of seasonal fruit and vegetables and pick up some tips on cultivation from the RHS team. Birds of Prey is on

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JOTTINGS - YOUR LOCAL COMMUNITY NOTICEBOARD 6th and 7th August - meet wonderful birds of prey up close and learn all about them during this weekend. Watch the birds in agility displays at 11am and 2pm each day. Normal garden admission applies. Finally, there is a Bat Walk on 25th August. Discover the secret world of bats at sunset, in a walk organised by the Surrey Bat Group. Price for RHS members and non-members: Adults £9 and £5 per child.

Book on 020 3176 5830. More at www.rhs.org.uk/wisley.

Dorking Museum exhibition ‘Take Part Art’ Thursday to Saturday throughout August Over two months, children in schools and at our monthly Family Activities have helped to create a unique work of art of embossed metal foil tiles based on patterns found in the Museum or in and about Dorking. The completed art work is on display in the Museum through August and September.

If your children, or school, took part, do go along and see their work – but otherwise, do go along anyway and see this fascinating display of local creativity. The Museum is open on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, 10am to 4pm, at 62 West Street, Dorking RH4 1BS. For more details, visit www.dorkingmuseum.org.uk. Enquiries to admin@ dorkingmuseum.org.uk or call 01306 876591.

Watermill Jazz Every Tuesday 8.30 - 11pm Watermill Jazz concerts continue in their new home at the

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Betchworth Park Golf Club on Reigate Road. Each week features a different line-up of big names from the world of jazz. Unfortunately, the Sunday afternoon monthly jam sessions will not be taking place at the new venue. Annual membership is just £15. More information at 07415 815784 or www.watermilljazz.co.uk.

St. Lawrence Church – Hog Roast Saturday 6th August at 12.30pm St. Lawrence Church in Effingham is holding a Hog Roast in the St. Lawrence Church Hall and gardens. A two course meal (vegetarian option on request) followed by games for all the family. BYO drinks and glasses but tea/coffee will be available. Tickets cost £15 for adults and £8 for children under 14 and are available from David on 01372 450399 or Barbara on 01372 452024. Also St. Lawrence Church is holding a Table Top Sale on Saturday 10th September from 10am to 12 noon in St. Lawrence Church Hall. Tables are £10 to hire and to book a table please contact David on 01372 450399.

Worplesdon Place screens Star Wars Saturday 6th August 8.30pm From a galaxy far, far away, the most successful film of all time comes to a pub garden in Surrey. Grab a drink and a bite to eat, bring your deck chairs and picnic rugs, then settle down to watch this out of this world box office hit with

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Jeans made easy After many years of working with clients and their wardrobes, Kirstie has found jeans are pretty much top of the list of tricky!

Some of the comments I received after the workshop:

I probably wear my jeans seventy-five percent of the time by default, picking them up to wear with a shirt or smarter jacket as my go to ‘easy peasy’ look. I’m comfortable and feel at home in this look (even though it’s not always easy, being pear shaped).

I started my Jeans Workshops earlier in the year to make the process of trying on jeans as easy as possible. It is a session to try on High Street and designer brands, both low and high prices to get an idea of the difference in quality and fit. Is it worth spending Add a tailored jacket for stronger shoulders, above or as Rosie Hun£100 or just as good with a £30 pair?

From experience I know the only answer is to try on and see. There have been numerous articles on denim this year and when someone raves about a certain brand, I know that it may have been a perfect fit on that person but not on everyone. In essence there are no short cuts, just try on as many different brands as you can before you decide.

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‘It was relaxed and great fun, and I got fabulous jeans out of it too. Definitely recommend it for anyone who needs help finding the right thing or is simply short of time to trawl through the millions of options out there!”

Jeans Questionnaire I would love to know more from you about your relationship with Jeans: • How often a week do you wear jeans?

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• Have you found a successful brand for your body shape?

• How much are you happy to pay?

• Do you find the sizing tricky?

“muffin top and around the sides” “…jeans with a huge amount of Lycra, as I feel constricted” “baggy bum after few wearings” “too skinny jeans highlight my lower legs”.

Maybe you don’t wear them at all, tell me about it?

I am sure these points resonate with women everywhere, as jeans are a worldwide wardrobe basic.

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“It was good to try on some new styles and helpful to have tops and jackets to style the jeans with.”

Please see below for the workshops I will be holding in September.

I like to find out fit issues and problem areas before we start; here are some examples:

So with these comments in mind before my sessions begin, I collect jeans from a mixture of sizes from a selection of brands. I choose a collection of t-shirts, shirts and jackets to offer easy wearable layers to keep casual or to dress up for smart casual. I also include inspiring accessories to finish off the look and get the proportions right.

“I really enjoyed the chance to try on different styles and makes all in one place and try things I wouldn’t necessarily pick out. Your approach of gentle guidance was perfect.”

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FASHION White tops it A white shirt suits the jeans look, but play with proportions.

Oversized with skinny, shown by actress, Olivia Palermo.

Cropped with high waisted.

Or classic button up with a wider ankle length, shown by creative, Linda V Wright.

Add a heel Its fun to work the boy girl look with a heel or wedge.

Roll up slim legs to show an ankle with a heel.

If you dare to flare, wear high wedges for flattering proportions.

Boyfriend jeans look best with a feminine heel for a smart casual look, but trainers rule for everyday.

Colour addition The neutral shades of denim can take a colour.

Add a bright shoe for one area of impact.

Look out for the new trend of embroidery and patches (or add your own) Add a bright scarf to lift muted tones

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Kirstie Smillie is a Personal Fashion Stylist. Subscribe to her style blog www.kirstiesmillie.com for weekly updates, and email any queries to kirstie@kirstiesmillie.com or call 07773 234947.

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family and friends. Worplesdon Place will be serving up a tasty medley of food from their special cinema night menu to accompany the film, including an outdoor BBQ, pizzas and rotisserie chicken, plus toast your favourite characters with your favourite tipple from behind the bar. Tickets are strictly limited and must be purchased in advance. Tickets cost only £5 per person. Visit www.worplesdonplace.co.uk/ outdoor-cinema to purchase your tickets or call Worplesdon Place on 01483 232407. Gardens open at 7.30pm featuring pre-show entertainment and the film starts at 8.30pm. Film classification 12A.

Surrey Hills Society Sunday 7th, Tuesday 9th and Thursday 18th August Surrey Hills Society offers a wide ranging programme of exclusive talks, visits and short, focussed walks. All of these are designed to increase the understanding and awareness of the special landscape and features which characterise the Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. This month on Sunday 7th August they will explore the North Downs Way from Guildford on their free guided walk. On Tuesday 9th August, come and join their expert and founder member Pamela Holt to their plant identification walk will feature the Sheepleas above West Horsley, an area they have never visited in high summer, to see its profusion of wild flotheyrs. On Thursday 18th August, they will be visiting the old ironworks at Ewood, just north of Newdigate in the company of local historian John Callcutt. Booking is essential “Based in Guildford we are a family run to all their events. Further detail and more information on the Society can be found on www.surreyhillssociety.org or care business that provides friendly, Lucinda Kalupka, Nurse & Registered Manager landon,reliable, Guildford we are and a family run 07530 949302. In addition to their events, they also have trustworthy competent experienced speakers who would be happy to give a talk committed providing people carerstowho genuinely care” with about the Surrey Hills to ytheir organisation in exchange for a donation to the Society. If you think that ytheir Lucinda Kalupka, Nurse & Registered Manager From just an hour a day to 24 hour support le Carers who genuinely care” organisation might be interested, please contact us oninfo@ e & Registered Manager surreyhillssociety.org for further information.

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Wotton & Abinger Flower Show Sunday 7th August 2 – 5pm The Annual Summer show is to be held at picturesque Wotton House. Free admission and free parking. The show includes exhibits of horticulture (flowers, vegetables, fruits and plants), craft work (cookery, preserves, painting, jewellery, sewing, etc), also children’s art, horticulture and cookery. There are prizes for each class and Best in Show wins £50. Delicious cream teas and cakes are for sale, enjoy the plant stall, tombola and raffle. If you wish to compete, you will need an entry form, contact Henny Maxwell on

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The Surrey Contemporaries To Sunday 7th August They are a group of local artists producing unique artworks, mainly in acrylics and oils, with a contemporary twist. They are holding their Summer Exhibition, which opened on 25th July, at The Denbies Wine Estate near Dorking. Entry is free, unframed paintings and cards will also be for sale, and most purchases can be taken home immediately. For more information and to see some of their work, visit their website www.surreycontemporaries.co.uk.

National Trust gardens in Surrey With the long, refreshing days of summer to look forward to, it’s time to make the most of nature – and what better way to celebrate nature’s delights than with a visit to the National Trust gardens in Surrey. Here are a few that are definitely worth visiting: Claremont Landscape Garden, near Esher. It’s easy to see why this garden was fit for a princess in bygone days. Not a typical garden of herbaceous borders, but a landscaped oasis of trees and shrubs, a grass amphitheatre and picturesque lake, a perfect spot for a family picnic. Polesden Lacey, near Dorking. This garden features one of the most beautiful Edwardian walled rose gardens in the country. It features a huge variety of roses, including ramblers, climbers, modern shrub roses and wilder species types. Just beyond the walled garden lies an inspiring double herbaceous border. Hatchlands Park, near Guildford. This is a wildlife delight, from the buttercup splattered parkland to the many and varied wildflowers of its chalk grassland. Discover the wildflower meadow, parterre and NGS quiet garden, or simply roam the rolling parkland.

The new wide paths provide a much easier surface for wheelchairs and pushchairs and there will be a seating area so that the scent and sunshine can be enjoyed in comfort.

Opera Screening at Dorking Halls Tuesday 9th August 6.30pm At the Dorking Halls there is a live screening from Glyndebourne of Berlioz’s opera Beatrice and Benedict, which is based on Shakespeare’s play Much Ado About Nothing. Tickets are £18.50, call 01306 881717.

Dorking South Street Caves – Cave Tours Group bookings throughout August Take a trip into history, deep underground! Dorking’s famous South Street Caves date back to the 17th century.

See the galleries, well shafts and wine cellars and visit the ‘mystery chamber’ 50ft below street level. Tours take around 45 minutes. Group tours (up to 12 adults or youths) can be arranged by appointment, to take place between the hours of 9am and 8pm. Group tours are £60 adult groups, £50 youth groups, £30 youth charity organisations.

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Summer Holiday Fun for Everyone

How’s your summer going? Got a spreadsheet of activities planned or are the long lazy days stretching out in front of you starting to worry you yet? Laura Sands is here to help...

It’s OK. They freaked me out as well. The incredible potential of the summer holidays that we all felt as children have a different tone when you’re a parent.

Another four or five weeks of children lolling around your house, eating through your cupboards like a hoard of locusts, creating mess and claiming they’re bored is, shall we say challenging for us parents. And if you’re helping out other parents who are working over the summer months – either as a grandparent or family friend – then you feel the pressure even more.

However, the lovely folk at VantagePoint magazine asked me to do some research on things to keep the nippers occupied over the coming weeks. There’s so much to do in this part of the world; we really are blessed. But it’s easy to get overwhelmed by the idea that you have to travel into London or head down to the coast to have a good day out. That just isn’t the case.

kids probably won’t eat anyway. And even better, you can eat when you want – sandwiches at 10.45 anyone?

2. As well as sun cream and sun hats, bring spare clothes, a damp facecloth in a small plastic bag and a towel. No matter where we go, one of my kids manages to get soaked through, covered in mud or something unspeakable, so the towel and spare outfit are always useful. And somehow a damp facecloth seems able to do the job of 20 wet-wipes when it comes to cleaning up muddy legs or sticky fingers.

3. Remind yourself of what to do in the event of a wasp or bee sting. Don’t let the little blighters ruin your day out. Plasters, antiseptic cream and an insect sting cream are day out essentials.

But before we go any further – metaphorically or otherwise, here are the three must-dos for a successful day out with kids.

So, onto the things to do. Because this time of year can get expensive (ice lollies don’t grow on trees after all), I’ve grouped the ideas into a spread of No-Cost, LowCost and Big Day Out ideas. I’ve tried to leave out the more obvious attractions and focus on things you’ve perhaps not done before or haven’t considered.

1. Take your own lunch. It doesn’t need to be an elaborate picnic. Sandwiches, fruit and some refillable bottles of water will do the job. You save time queuing up for expensive and possibly mediocre food that the

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of getting filthy dirty and spending lots of time outside.

So get dressed in your oldest clothes, and head for the nearest wood, common or stream. If you have young children, then they’ll love recreating the children’s rhyme ‘Going On A Bear Hunt’. Or why not see if you can find a Gruffalo in your local woods? Older children will be fascinated and educated by a morning of Geocaching or wildlife spotting. Find out more about Geocaching on www.geocaching.com, and download a wildlife spotting app or dig out a book to help with learning more about our beautiful countryside.

Summer holidays are made for den building, pooh sticks, cloud watching, wild swimming, flying a kite and messing about in the woods… embrace this beautiful part of the world in which we live and help your children appreciate it as well. Pass older children an Ordnance Survey map or get them onto Google maps so they can research places to visit. You may well find they come up with some completely new ideas. Good places to head to include Witley Common, the Frensham ponds, the area around Leith Hill, and the Devil’s Punchbowl.

Left: Box Hill by John Millar. Top: Building a den. Above: Claremont Landscape Garden by John Millar. Images courtesy of the National Trust.

For a slight change to the ordinary, download the Surrey Cow Parade app (www.cowparadesurreyhills. com), and set yourselves a challenge of visiting as many of the intriguingly decorated cows that are placed around the Surrey Hills as you can. You’ll visit new places, be inspired by the diversity of art on show and learn about the causes being supported by this fun initiative. Perfect for a free activity!

If the weather’s less than kind, then reacquaint yourselves with your local library, museum or heritage trails. There are local museums in most towns across the area. Guildford, Haslemere, Dorking, Farnham , Midhurst and Godalming all have a museum where you can learn more about our local history. Most have holiday activities planned, so look up what’s on and take your pick. Check out www.surreymuseums. org.uk and www.sussexmuseums.co.uk. Or why not pull on your backpacks and spend a pleasant day pretending to be tourists in Guildford? With a museum, a castle, medieval undercroft, a beautiful cathedral and stunning river, there’s plenty to keep a family occupied and entertained for almost no cost at all. Older children and teenagers would get something out of one of the free Guildford walking tours. Take a look at www. guildfordwalks.org.uk to check out what’s on offer.

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Stimulate your children’s senses with a day out at one of the beautiful and interesting National Trust locations across Surrey and Hampshire. You can easily while away an entire day at one of their larger estates.

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Images from left: Busbridge Lakes (Lindsay Dobson); Arundel Castle; Wild Wood in Guildford.

Petworth House or Uppark have enough to keep all members of the family interested with beautiful grounds, stunning views, and the chance to see the difference between life ‘upstairs’ and ‘downstairs’. If you’re not National Trust member then you’ll need to pay entry, but for the relative peace and quiet and the opportunity to stay somewhere so beautiful and interesting for a full day is worth it. Take advantage of the holiday activities planned for kids at limited additional cost, such as trails or workshops. www. nationaltrust.org.uk The National Trust is also onto a winner over the summer holidays with its ‘50 Things to Do Before Supporting

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You’re 11 ¾s’. Your children will be able to tick off activities they’ve done from the (free) booklet provided at National Trust properties, and will be begging you to take them to other properties so they can tick off even more activities. www.50things.org.uk Perhaps stately homes are not your bag, and your munchkins are a little more free-range. In which case head off to a pick-your-own farm and act like the Hungry Caterpillar with more fruit and veg than you can eat. Secretts in Milford is perfectly set up for this, with expansive fields of fruit, vegetables and flower, a café and toilet facilities. After you’ve spent the morning collecting your harvest, then spend a busy afternoon podding peas, stringing currants and hulling strawberries. Most kids love to help with food preparation, especially if it’s something they’ve picked themselves. You might even get them to try something new. And what should you do with all that produce?

Why not make some jams or pickles? The internet and library will be able to help you with recipes and you can get jam jars from Lakeland or Robert Dyas if you don’t have any knocking around at home. www.secretts.co.uk Don’t forget about the activities that local businesses and attractions offer at this time of year. Squires Garden Centres have a variety of summer events on.

Kids can plant up a wildlife friendly hedgehog basket or paint a wooden insect house for a reasonable price.

Visit www.squiresgardencentres.co.uk to check dates and times.

Or why don’t you do away with the car and jump on the train and spend the day in Woking? Yes, you did hear right… Woking is home to two of the most progressive recent attractions, The Lightbox and the WWF Living Planet Centre. They’re just 5 minutes’ walk from Woking train station and have many exhibitions and events on across the summer. They prefer visitors to take the train to support their environmental stance.

It’s also easier than snaking around Woking’s one-way system. You’ll need to book for your children to attend

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the workshops, but even if you just spend a few hours looking at the exhibitions and displays you’ll come away with young minds bursting with ideas and inspiration which you can make use of over the following days with story writing, model building and drawing. www.thelightbox.org.uk, www.wwf.org.uk.

Why not spend a day at Busbridge Lakes Waterfowl and Gardens, which is next open August 21st to 29th (inc) from 10.30am to 5.30pm. It is situated just 1.5 miles from Godalming on the Hambledon Road (off the B2130). There is plenty to see and explore in the 40 acre grounds; nature trails, three lakes, old and specimen trees, caves, follies and grottos. You can walk among many of the 100 different species of ornamental waterfowl, pheasants, cranes, peafowl and many other birds from all over the world. For the children there are swan cygnets, goslings and plenty of ducklings and chicks. Take a picnic, as there are plenty of beautiful spots to spread a rug and enjoy the tranquillity of the park.

A new addition to the grounds is the Wallaby Walk, which is home to four young Bennett’s Joeys and a pair of young East African Crowned Cranes, which were reared in 2014 at Busbridge Lakes. In addition to the ornamental fowl the gardens are home to owls, kingfishers, heron and many smaller wild birds, including woodpeckers, nuthatches, tree-creepers and all the usual garden birds. The lakes are full of giant pike and carp and the banks abound with dragon fly, butterfly, frogs and toads. www.busbridgelakes.co.uk.

For sports fans, Go Fest returns to the Surrey Sports Park Guildford on 13th and 14th August. This exciting sporting event is great for families and a wonderful opportunity for children of all ages and abilities to try many different sports such as free running, cricket, archery tag, trampling, korfball, judo, paddle boarding, musical theatre, nerf wars and much more. There will also be live Olympic coverage on giant screens, music tents a chance to meet some sporting heroes as well as all the usual facilities that the Sports Park has to offer. Well worth a visit. www.gofest.co.uk.

Watts Gallery in Compton offers Watts at Dusk every last Friday of the month. It is open to 9pm and children 16 and under go free. There is also 2 for 1 adult entry.

On the 26th August, you can be inspired by Mary Watts’ collaborative approach to making the monumental Watts Chapel. See demonstrations of decorative techniques using gesso and hear from Mary Watts’ recently transcribed diaries. Get involved in a grand scale collaborative Make! with artist Louise ScillitoeBrown and listen to the sounds of big band Junction 4. www.wattsgallery.org.uk.

For a Grand Day Out It wouldn’t be the summer holidays without at least one big day out.

You could of course cough up and go to the big ones – Chessington, Paultons, Thorpe Park and Legoland; the kids will adore it, especially if they’re older and able to go on all of the rides. On a rainy day, visits to the cinema, iceskating and bowling go down well, particularly if paired up with a visit to Pizza Express afterwards. For all of these, you can, and absolutely should look out for vouchers to reduce the price of your tickets. Don’t pay full price if you can help it: pre-book your tickets online to save money and time when you get to the gate, and download vouchers for money-off meals at chain restaurants.

Less pricey and closer to home, you can spend a very happy day at the many leisure farms we have near us

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– Godstone, Bocketts, Fishers Farm and Hobbledown are all guarantees for a great day out with plenty to do for all ages. And remember the zoo. Marwell Zoo, Birdworld and Drusillas are well set up for lots of holiday fun. Did you know that you can also go to Butlins in Bognor for the day? Something a bit different is a visit to Denbies Vineyard in Dorking, where you can do an outdoor tractor tour and parents can enjoy a tasting of wines from Britain’s largest vineyard.

For something a little more involved and imaginative, then pack up and head off to the incredible Arundel Castle. Spark your kids’ imaginations with the towering turrets, spooky tunnels and expansive grounds. The similarity of the town’s name to the country in which two certain Disney heroines live won’t go unnoticed by little girls, but it’s a splendid location for a day out for anyone. This medieval castle and stately home is the family home of the Duke of Norfolk and is an inspiration for anyone, especially children with a fancy for the fantastical and historical. The tiered ticket option means you can limit yourself to the castle grounds and chapel alone (which really is plenty if it’s a sunny day), or you can choose to visit parts of the castle with options including the keep, the castle rooms and the castle bedrooms. There are also a number of summer events taking place on site. Whichever ticket you choose, you can recharge in the impressive castle restaurant – which used to be the servants’ hall. And if you finish your day there with time to spare, then you’re just a few miles from the coast; perfect for

dipping your toes in the sea and enjoying a fish and chip supper. www.arundelcastle.org How about unleashing excess energy and bravery on a high ropes adventure trail? Great for challenging your kids both physically and mentally, children as young as 6 can take part in the adventure trails at Go Ape (Alice Holt, Farnham), or Wild Wood (Stoke Park, Guildford). If your children are young, then you should be prepared to take part as well (or find a willing substitute) as both locations insist that small children are accompanied.

This does push up the cost of the activity (you’re paying for an extra ticket), but your kids will probably like nothing better than seeing their “infallible” parents struggling up a rope ladder; they’ll have material for Sunday lunch amusement for years to come. www.goape.co.uk, www.wildwood-adventure.com And remember sometimes the nicest thing to do is absolutely nothing. And that goes for you too. Call a halt to the chores, turn off the WiFi and sit and chill out as a family. Play Uno, build Lego together or bake flapjacks and then eat them all in one go. Enjoy the summer holidays for what they are: a chance to recharge and reconnect before the chaos of September arrives in full force.

Laura Sands lives in Godalming with her family and works as a freelance copywriter and blogger. She writes effective marketing materials, websites and blogs for small businesses. Find out more at www.laurasands.co.uk.

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Serendipity at St Mary Magdalene Church Saturday 13th August 5pm The Friends of St Mary Magdalene are proud to host a special Celebration Concert to honour the 90th birthday of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth. A special programme of music will be performed by the popular singing group, Serendipity.

The audience are invited to bring their own picnic and enjoy it in a mini-Glyndebourne style during an extended Interval. They are also invited to bring Union flags. The concert will be held at St Mary Magdalene Church, South Holmwood, RH5 4X. Tickets are £12 (children under 12 free). Contact John Chiverton on 01306 888922, email john. chiverton@btinternet.com or Virginia Smith 01306 885349, email rev.virginia.smith@talktalk.net for tickets or further information.

Oakwood, Ockley & Forest Green Flower Show & Summer Fair & Fun Dog Show Saturday 13th August This will be the 118th since it was founded in 1893! This very traditional rural show has grown in size and variety and is a wonderful community event for young and old alike, attracting over 2,000 visitors in 2015. In the large marquee there will be up to 200 classes where exhibitors show and are judged on their fruit, vegetables, preserves, floral displays, art, crafts, photographs, bread and cakes and even a disaster class. There will be a huge range of attractions with up to 90 stalls, the popular Fun Dog Show run by Dorking Deepdene Rotary Club, chickens, ducks, parrots, bees, sheep, ferrets, owls and miniature donkeys, display by Surrey Union hounds, classic cars and agricultural machinery. There will be live music, Mythago Morris Dancers, a raffle, tea and cakes and a great food area with local and exotic food and drink. There will be children’s sports and there is a road race with several classes for children and adults. Check the website for more information about the show and photographs and reports on last year’s show www.okewoodhillsummerfair.org. The show opens at midday and runs until 5pm. Adult entry £3, under 16’s free.

Free parking. It all takes place at The Recreation Ground, Okewood Hill, near Ockley, Dorking - opposite Punchbowl Inn, Surrey RH5 5PU. RHS Garden Wisley Hosts 18th Surrey Sculpture Trail Saturday 20th August to Sunday 25th September Over sixty renowned established and emerging artists from the Surrey Sculpture Society, including eleven new sculptor members, will be exhibiting their broad range of sculptures at RHS Garden Wisley. The works of art will form a Sculpture Trail through the grounds of RHS Garden Wisley and will be the Society’s 18th annual exhibition at this internationally acclaimed venue.

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Marie Curie The wonderful charity, which provides hands on care to people living with a terminal illness as well as emotional support to their families, has seen a decrease in the number of supporters holding events for them over the last few years and they are desperate for more people to support them in this way. They are hoping local supporters will organise an event in their local community, however big or small, as an individual or as a group, to raise the vital funds needed to continue their work. Emily Akeroyd, Community Fundraiser for Marie Curie says “There are so many different ways to raise money for Marie Curie; we’ve had annual bike rides, sponsored silences, speed dating events, masquerade balls and even a fire walk! Whatever your idea we would love to hear all about it so please do get in touch”. For lots of ideas, visit www.mariecurie.org.uk/myway, call Emily on 01883 832642 or email emily.akeroyd@mariecurie.org.uk.

Magnificat at Dorking Halls Saturday 20th August 7.30pm The concluding concert of the Cranleigh Choral Week, a course for choral singers, will be a concert at the Dorking Halls with the South of England Festival Chorus and Orchestra. The two works on the programme are JS Bach’s exuberant setting of the Magnificat and John Rutter’s more contemplative version.

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A day of fizz and fun in the

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Dani Maimone enjoys a local sparkling wine tour There’s nothing quite like a glass of something sparkling to make an occasion feel special. As a former professional hot air balloon pilot, I have been used to opening a bottle of Champagne after every passenger flight as part of the ballooning experience.

It is in part through ballooning that I have been fortunate enough to visit several well-known Champagne houses such as Moët & Chandon, Bollinger and the iconic Veuve Clicquot as well as several smaller artisan houses. So it was with great interest that I prepared to embark on a journey around some of Surrey’s vineyards where English sparkling wine is being produced and now winning international awards.

Mike Keeble, an accountant from Shere, recently returned from a trip to Champagne with a light bulb moment. Realising that our UK sparkling wines are gaining pride of place on the world stage and that some of the vineyards producing them were literally on his doorstep, he thought it would be a great idea to set up sparkling wine tours in Surrey. Why travel to France when some of the best vineyards are right here?

Mike said: “It’s only fairly recently that UK sparkling wines have been considered a true threat to the market place but now even the famous Champagne houses are taking notice.

You know our wines are being taking seriously when famous French names such as Taittinger start buying land and planting up vineyards in the UK with a multi-million pound investment and a plan to produce high quality English sparkling wine“.

Of course, you can’t call it Champagne, unless it has been produced in that region and uisng their method. Having said that, the method, something that is explained to us at our first port of call, Denbies Wine Estate in Dorking, is a carefully crafted science that has been used for several hundred years and many wineries outside the Champagne region are now using it to create fabulous effervescent varieties of their own.

Denbies, a former pig and cattle farm located in the Surrey Hills, within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB), was set up by Sir Adrian White. It is now managed by his son Christopher and is currently the largest vineyard in the UK boasting 265 acres of vines. Denbies won a total of 29 medals at international awards this year including a gold from the International Wine Challenge for its sparkling Greenfields Cuvée NV. A poignant win, as not only was Greenfields the first sparkling wine to be made at Denbies (originally labelled as Classic Cuvée), but the vineyard is also celebrating its 30th anniversary.

On our arrival at Denbies we were greeted by a glass of their award-winning sparkling wine and welcomed by the knowledgeable Anne Denny, Front of House and Tours Manager. A brief video detailing the history of the vineyard sets the scene for a walking tour of the winery and a trip to the cellars. It was here that Anne produced the bottles for our tasting, all set on a large wooden table in front of beautifully carved oak caskets carefully crafted from trees that were blown down in the great storm of 1987.

It was fascinating to hear that when frost threatens the vines, a large industrial propane burner is used to heat the air around them. I tried to envisage 20 or so hot air balloons all

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We tasted their delicious award celebration vintage and it was no surprise to learn that their 2009 Succession Cuvée won three international wine awards in 2015, two golds and a bronze. This is one of only seven English sparkling wines to achieve this, not bad for a one-acre plot and a man who went back to ‘school’ as a mature student to study the art of viticulture and oenology, gaining a BSc Hons degree in the process.

From the ‘Quintessence’ of High Clandon to a quintessential British pub, The Queens Head in West Clandon for a pleasant and relaxed lunch stop. Mike regales us with information about the future of sparkling wine in this country and how climate change is having a detrimental impact on the Champagne region. The future is certainly looking rosy or could that be rosé for the UK’s wine industry.

Our next stop was Albury Vineyard that uses a mixture of organic and biodynamic practices to produce their variety of still and sparkling wines. We all understood the organic aspect but the practice of burying cow horns stuffed with dung from lactating organic cows which later gets dug up and used to spray on to the vines, did seem a little, well, bonkers. It was when Nick Wenman, the owner, explained it further that it made more sense. He described it as “an holistic approach, which harmonises nature’s elemental forces of the earth (the soil), water (the vines), air (the weather) and fire (the sun) and also recognises that the phases of the moon have a significant influence on plants”.

lined up with their burners going as a possible alternative, but I digress. It was a great insight into how the largest vineyard in the UK operates and an education about the terroir, in other words the soil, climate geology and viticulture, that help to create the taste of the wines. It appears that parts of Surrey have the perfect chalk soil and geology similar to the Champagne region, hence the success with grape growing in the area.

From the largest vineyard we made our way to one of the smallest vineyards in Surrey, a tiny, one-acre plot of land with a view to die for that is High Clandon.

This tiny, Mike calls it ‘boutique’ vineyard, is managed by Bruce and Sibylla Tindale. They welcomed us into their home and proudly invited us to tour their delightful vineyard which is past a wildflower meadow, flanked by a bed of beautiful roses and set on a southfacing slope. Sibylla tells us that she can taste a hint of rose in the wine which is made from a special mix of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier grapes, the classic combination for sparkling wines and Champagne. This charming couple delight in sharing their story and their passion for what they are doing shines through. They started planting the vines in 2004 and bottled their first wines four years later.

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Apparently some 500 vineyards around the world use biodymanics and have done for many years, so clearly what’s good enough for them is good enough for Albury and clearly hasn’t stopped Nick and his manager Alex Valescchi producing award winning wines. What I can add to this is that the resulting wines produced using these methods do taste delicious, as we found out on our tour.

We ended our trip with a whistle stop tour of Silent Pool Gin Distillery. Rude not to really as it is literally next-door to Albury Vineyard. This distillery is yet another success story, owned by Ian McCulloch and far exceeding its predictions of producing 4,000 bottles in its first year to 45,000 and that number is growing, such is its popularity.

I would like to say a huge thank you to Mike and English Sparkling Wine Tours for this thoroughly enjoyable day out. I got to meet some lovely people and learnt so much about the UK industry and the fascinating world of viticulture, too much to condense in to this article.

If you are looking for something that is that extra bit special for a small corporate group of say 10-15 people, life celebration or friends day out then at £145 per person this won’t break the bank. Tours can be tailor made to your requirements and take you on a journey that is educational, inspirational and most of all, full of fizz and fun!

Dani Maimone, freelance writer, photographer and PR consultant you can follow her on twitter @MamaBalloon or via her website at www.aimhighpr.com FIND OUT MORE To get in touch and book a tour, please call 07968 981915 or email enquiries@englishsparklingwinetours.co.uk. For more information, visit www.englishsparklingwinetours.co.uk

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<19 JOTTINGS - YOUR LOCAL COMMUNITY NOTICEBOARD Mole Valley Lace Makers They are a group of 50 ladies who meet bi-monthly at St Mary’s church hall in Fetcham. They meet up to chat and exchange ideas. At their last meeting on the 9th July they celebrated the Queen’s birthday, with a cream tea and games. They had a guest tutor who gave a workshop on Canvas work. At our next meeting they are demonstrating Bobbin lace making at the Bookham Library, while the meeting in Fetcham will be open to visitors as it is National Lace making day as well as Heritage Day. The guest speaker in the afternoon will be a local Artist who Gilds Lace. Visitors are very welcome; if you would like more information, contact the membership secretary on dingercb@btinternet.com.

Capel Choral Society at Capel Village Show Saturday 20th August The choir now has a well-deserved summer break, but with an eye on the start of its 2016/17 season in September the main work for the 2017 Leith Hill Musical Festival is Mendelssohn’s great choral masterpiece, Elijah, and the singers are looking forward to rehearsing this work. The choir is very keen to increase its numbers with the prospect of this big work and would be very happy to welcome new singers to join them and share the enjoyment of learning and performing the music. Please make a note to talk to choir representatives on their stall at the Capel Village Show on 20th August. For more information about Capel Choral

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Society and how to join, contact the Secretary, Ian Moir at ianmoir20@yahoo.com or phone him on 01306 889817.See also the choir’s website, www.capelchoralsociety.com.

Horsley Garden Society The society holds flower and produce shows, meetings, lectures and visits that bring together those with an interest in gardening. New members and visitors are always welcome. They hold a plant sale which is open to the public, along with three shows at which members compete for awards and trophies with their flowers, fruit and vegetables, homecrafts and handicrafts. All activities take place at the West Horsley Village Hall. Anyone interested in membership at the modest cost of £5per annum should contact the Chairman, Roger Lindsay, email r.lindsay339@btinternet. com or the Membership Secretary, Terry Lazenby, email terrylazenby@terrylazenby.plus.com.

Dorking Museum Family Saturday Event Saturday 20th August Local Bricks Frogs on bricks? How very strange! Find out about the frog symbols and match them to the bricks. Build some different brick patterns in the museum, and then take a detective sheet to go for a walk around Dorking to find the brick patterns on different buildings. Suitable for families with children up to age 10. No need to book – just drop in anytime from 2pm to 3.30pm (they close at 4pm).

All materials provided but all children must be accompanied please. Address: 62 West Street Dorking Surrey RH4 1BS. This activity is free with museum entry but a donation would be very welcome to cover costs. Any enquiries to admin@ dorkingmuseum.org.uk or call 01306 876591. More information at http://www.dorkingmuseum.org.uk/events/ family-activities-at-dorking-museum/.

Capel Show Saturday 20th August 11.30am This is a fabulous family day that really does offer something for everybody. Classic cars, a focus on Ferrari this year, traditional flower and produce show and a bustling village fete, complete with silver band, add up to a great day out for all. The gates will open at Capel Recreation Ground on to a display of more than 600 classic cars and bikes ranging from 1911 vintage to modern day classics, and then the fun of the fete begins! There are children’s entertainments, plant, craft and produce stalls, animals to admire and pet and loads more. At 2pm the Grand Marquee will open featuring Capel Horticultural Society’s amazing show of flowers, fruit, vegetables, home baking, photography and handicrafts. The ever popular fun dog show commences at 2pm and hungry visitors will find fabulous food, a hog roast, beer tent and delicious traditional teas. The Recreation Ground is in the centre of Capel village, parking is free and entry is £5 per adult, children 12 and under free. For more information, including details about entering exhibits, see www.capelvillage.co.uk.

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The Surrey Hills Wood Fair returns...

Saturday 1st and Sunday 2nd October, 10am-5pm The Surrey Hills Wood Fair returns for the 7th year and takes place at the Birtley Estate in Bramley on Saturday 1st and Sunday 2nd October from 10am–5pm. Each year the fair gets bigger and better yet retains the traditional charm of a rural day out in the Surrey Hills for all the family.

This year you’ll discover a range of interesting stalls to browse and buy from as well as great local produce and a variety of refreshment stands including a beer tent. The Surrey and Sussex Coppice workers will be demonstrating their skills and there will be opportunities to buy a whole host of wood products.

Entertainment is big on the agenda this year and we have a host of local bands co-ordinated by the Academy of Contemporary Music (ACM) in Guildford as well as the ever popular horse and wagon rides and chainsaw demonstrations.

There’s a big focus on families with lots for children, from craft making and animal attractions to theatre shows courtesy of the Man in the Moon Theatre Tent. And to help the squeezed budgets of many families the Wood Fair is FREE for children under 12. The fair also welcomes dogs on leads and parking is also free. For more information visit www.surreyhillswoodfair.co.uk.

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Here come the cows - now find the sponsor!

CowParade Surrey is the world’s largest public art event, and it has arrived in Surrey!

This exciting exhibition will see over 60 full-size, fibreglass cows uniquely decorated by artists and placed around Surrey for all to discover. The cows are sponsored by businesses, decorated by artists

and auctioned off to raise lots of mooolaa for charities!

prize draw to win a luxury Kuoni holiday for two to Mauritius!

A specially designed app, is free to download and allows you to find and virtually collect each cow.

Discover lots about each cow, win rosettes, take part in quizzes and much more. Those who find the most cows will be entered into a

Here’s a taster of some of the cows that are on display in the local area. Find the sponsor for these 10 cows and you can enter our competition below. Please visit www.vantagepointmag.co.uk to see these cows plotted on a map.

Camelia

Cycling MooKay

Camelia is a fun, cheerful cow that will win hearts with her long lashes and bright hooves! She is decorated with hand prints, foot prints and drawings by the children, families and staff members at Shooting Star Chase Christopher’s hospice.

Cycling MooKay is the creation of local artist Charles Rowbotham, he has painted the cow to show road cyclists coming up Box Hill on one side and mountain bikers riding through Denbies Wine Estate on the other side. She is situated in an iconic spot at the top of Box Hill.

Location – On the roundabout, Old Portsmouth Rd, Artington, Guildford GU3 1LP Artist - The children, families & staff members at Shooting Star Chase Christopher’s Hospice Charity - Shooting Star Chase Christopher’s Hospice

Location – Zig Zag Road, Box Hill.

Artist - Charles Rowbotham Charity - Cycling UK

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Glorious Guildford

Reading Mooterial

Glorious Guildford certainly stands out from the herd with her vivid colouring and beautiful design created by local artist Colette Clegg. Look closely and you’ll discover landmarks of Guildford and a nod to chosen charity, Challengers through the orange colour and stars.

This innovative moo leads the herd in innovative design.

Cleverly designed and manipulated by local design agency Opcyon Design she acts as book ends to some very interesting Reading Mooterial! One not to miss!

Location – Castle Grounds, Guildford Artist - Colette Clegg Charity - Challengers

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Sally C Sally C has been created by artist Vikki Gibson into a vibrant colourful design which incorporates aspects of the air and motoring show. Among the iconic images on the cow are the RAF Red Arrows, Typhoon, Dunsfold Park 747 and popular cars, trucks and motorbikes.

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Location – Albury Village Green (opposite the post-office), Albury, Surrey Artist - Opcyon Design Charity - Cancer Research UK

4 Blue Cow Bone China

Location – Dunsfold Aerodrome Artist - Vikki Gibson Charity - Community Foundation for Surrey

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This very striking moo has a Dutch and English influence, depicting a traditional dutch scene that could be found on the finest bone china. This beautiful moo is proving a real favourite with cow spotters.

Location – Visible from public footpath behind Lemongrass Thai Cuisine, The Harrow, The Street, Compton, GU3 1EG Artist - Judith Elsinghorst-Kratz Charity - The Oasis Family Centre, Cobham

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Win one of three family tickets to the 2016 Surrey Hills Wood Fair. Simply list the sponsors of each of the 10 cows featured above. Please enter online at www.vantagepointmag.co.uk by 2nd September 2016.

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Minna Moo

Ermintrude

This awesome cow was the work of Minna George, Abstract and Expressive Artist.

She will raise money for the inspirational and heroic work that Dreamflight and Friends of the Children’s Trust do.

The udderly beautiful ‘Ermintrude’ will be ‘grazing’ in St Martins Walk, Dorking during the summer. She is adorned with a large ermine trimmed cloak and golden crowns. The centre of the cloak depicts the logo and colours of the Royal Marsden Cancer Charity.

Location – DeVere Horsley Park Artist - Vines BMW Charity - Dreamflight and Friends of The Children’s Trust

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Moolissa

Bunnyhop

Moolissa is a fashion icon in this wonderful outfit; her eclectic mix of prints and great use of colour means she won’t go unnoticed.

Created by Shannon Morris, the students of Farnborough College and Thomas Duncan Bell, she will raise money for Oakleaf Charity, supporting those who suffer with severe mental health conditions.

Laurie King illustrated and painted this cycling-themed cow to celebrate the biking heritage of the Surrey Hills and to inspire everyone young and old - to walk, run, bike and get moooving!

Money raised will go towards Sustrans, a UK charity enabling people to travel by foot, bike or public transport.

Location – The Friary Centre, North Street, Guildford GU1 4YT Artist - Shannon Morris, the Students of Farnborough College and Thomas Duncan Bell Charity - Oakleaf

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Location – St Martin’s Walk Shopping Centre, Church Gardens, Dorking, Surrey RH4 1UX Artist - Jill Flower Charity - The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity

Location – Box Hill Artist - Laurie King Charity - Sustrans

For further information on CowParade and to download the app visit www.cowparadesurreyhills.com. VantagePoint is a media partner for the CowParade Surrey and a member of Surrey Hills Enterprises.

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GARDENING

With Beth Otway

Rhododendron Gold for local nursery beauty of these special plants. One side of the exhibit featured Rhododendrons that were popular 100 years ago. These plants are old favourites, but as they tend to be taller, larger, and more imposing plants, sadly not everyone can accommodate them in today’s smaller gardens. The other side of the exhibit featured smaller, more compact plants, including some of the newest varieties of Rhododendrons and Azaleas, which have been specially bred to be suitable for today’s smaller gardens but retain the charm and beauty of the original varieties.

On 23rd May 1916, the Rhododendron Society held their first AGM at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show. Since that first AGM, a hundred years have passed, during which time the Rhododendron Society has evolved and its horticultural interests widened. It is now known as the RHS Rhododendron, Camellia and Magnolia Group (RCMG). To celebrate the Centenary, David Millais, the current Chairman of the RCMG, and owner of Millais Nurseries in Churt near Farnham (who is also the great nephew of J G Millais, one of the founder members of the Rhododendron Society), created a special exhibit at this year’s RHS Chelsea Flower Show to mark the occasion. The Millais Nurseries exhibit was awarded a Gold Medal by the RHS judges.

Every exhibit that Millais Nurseries create is different. This year their Gold Medal winning exhibit for the RHS Chelsea Flower Show featured a ‘walk through’ display of Rhododendrons and Azaleas, which encouraged visitors to take in the scent and the

Three new Rhododendrons launched by Millais Nurseries at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show were entered into the RHS Chelsea Flower Show Plant of the Year Competition. All three plants were shortlisted in the top twenty new plants of the competition, and all three finished within the top ten.

Rhododendron ‘Orakel’ was bred in Germany

by Holger Hachmann. This new, resilient Rhododendron is hardy to -24C. During late May and early June Rhododendron ‘Orakel’ produces dark purple flowers, which feature a distinctive, blackberry coloured blotch. David Millais believes this new variety to be one of the best purple Rhododendrons he’s ever seen. It grows to a height of 150cm-175cm (5ft-6ft) after ten years.

Rhododendron ‘Orakel’ will be happiest when planted in moist, acid soil, or good quality ericaceous compost, in dappled shade. No pruning is necessary, simply deadhead when the flowers have gone over. Apply fertiliser in March each year, and again after flowering.

Rhododendron ‘Prinses Maxima’ was bred

by Tijs Huisman, and named after Máxima Zorreguieta Cerruti, the Dutch princess, who married the Crown Prince of the Netherlands, Willem-Alexander, who is now the King of the Netherlands. This new Rhododendron has a very complicated parentage as a number of different Rhododendron varieties were crossed to create this special plant. This Images clockwise from top left: Rhododendron ‘Orakel’; David Millais with his Gold Medal, in front of Millais Nurseries exhibit at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2016; Rhododendron ‘Sun Star’; one of the three new Rhododendrons launched by Millais Nurseries at the 2016 RHS Chelsea Flower Show – Rhododendron ‘Prinses Maxima’

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complex breeding programme resulted in creating a new Rhododendron that produces very beautiful, cream coloured flowers, which feature a prominent red spotting over the lobes of its double flowers. Rhododendron ‘Prinses Maxima’ flowers in mid-May; its flowers are both distinctive and unusual.

Rhododendron ‘Prinses Maxima’ is hardy down to -20C. This Rhododendron has an upright habit and you can expect its height to be 150cm-175cm (5ft-6ft) after ten years of growth.

Plant Rhododendron ‘Prinses Maxima’ in dappled shade, in moist acid soil or good quality ericaceous compost. No pruning is necessary, simply deadhead when the flowers have finished.

Apply fertiliser in March each year, and again after flowering.

Rhododendron ‘Sun Star’ is a deciduous azalea, again bred in Holland, by Tijs Huisman using seeds from Fred Minch from the USA, the resulting plants of which, were then crossed to create this new Rhododendron luteum cross. This new azalea produces fragrant, double flowers in May. The flowers start life as dark, salmon pink buds, which then open to yellow flowers, which then fade to a soft orange colour as they age.

Rhododendron ‘Sun Star’ is hardy down to -20C; this new azalea is happiest growing in a sunny spot, in moist acid soil, or good quality ericaceous compost. Apply fertiliser in March every year, and again after flowering. When the flowers have finished it’s the ideal time to trim the plant, to maintain its

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shape. Rhododendron ‘Sun Star’ is a deciduous plant and in autumn the foliage turns an attractive pinky-red colour. Its height grows to 150cm-175cm (5ft-6ft) after ten years’ growth.

Millais Nurseries’ Chelsea Flower Show exhibit featured the top Rhododendron, as voted for by the members of the RCMG. The winner of the vote was Rhododendron yakushimanum ‘Koichiro Wada’, a much-admired, low growing Rhododendron that’s generally accepted to be the best form of yakushimanum.

Rhododendron yakushimanum ‘Koichiro Wada’ produces pretty, apple blossom coloured, bell-shaped flowers in May, it has a noticeable white, felt-like covering over the surface of its leaves, which is known as tomentum.

During Her Majesty’s visit to the RHS Chelsea Flower Show, David presented the Queen with a beautiful bouquet of Rhododendrons created by Miranda Gunn, and gathered from Ramster Gardens in Chiddingfold. Miranda is the owner of Ramster Gardens and is also a member of the RCMG. David told me that the Queen had commented on how she loved Rhododendrons, and that she particularly liked the big blooms that reminded her so much of her childhood.

With an emotive reason for a display - the centenary of the Society, with such strong connections to his family, and of which he is Chairman - it was a special time for David Millais, and everyone at Millais Nurseries. I enjoyed catching up with

A closer look at Millais Nurseries Gold Medal winning exhibit at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2016.

David Millais at the Chelsea Flower Show, and congratulated him on being awarded his fourth consecutive Gold Medal from the RHS judges.

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National Trust 10k Run Sunday 28th August A new monthly National Trust running initiative has been launched at Polesden Lacey. The Trust10 is a free 10k event which hopes to encourage people to get outdoors, explore special places and take up a new challenge. Held at 9am, on the 4th Sunday of each month, the charity has created a series of 10k routes at a selection of places across the UK. The team at Polesden Lacey have devised a 5k 2 loop route, which takes a fantastic undulating route through from the Polesden Lacey car park then out into the ancient woodland on Ranmore Common, taking in some spectacular viewpoints across the valley. The terrain is rough and occasionally muddy underfoot and will suit seasoned runners looking for a challenge. ‘We’re really excited to be taking on the Trust10 here at Polesden Lacey; it will be a great opportunity for people to have a regular goal each month, as well as a chance to explore this special place.

We want as many people to enjoy their local environment as possible, so as well as hosting the Trust10 each month, the route itself will be open to all runners throughout the year for free,’ said Jamie Parsons, Area Ranger. For more information or to volunteer for the events please contact: Jamie.parsons@nationaltrust.org.uk Wotton Fete Monday 29th August 2pm Wotton holds its annual fete on Bank holiday Monday in Hatch Meadow at the rear of ‘The Wotton Hatch’ pub on the A25, (3miles west of Dorking). All the fun of the Fete for the whole family includes side shows, bouncy castle, stalls, vintage cars and cream teas. It has become a regular ’Must Go’ for hundreds of people living in this area. All proceeds will go to help maintain the historic Grade2 listed church which dates back to Saxon times. Entry is free with no parking charges.

Guildford Rambling Club From 4th September Their walks programme can be found at guildfordramblingclub.org.uk. Visitors are welcome on all of our walks unless otherwise stated. They will be meeting at 10.15am near Cocking on Sunday 4th September for a 9 mile circular walk on the South Downs. Details from Mick on 07765 205353. The following Sunday 11th September at 10am near Hale Common, they will begin an 8 mile figure of eight walk. Details from Rosemary on 01428 605285.

On the 18th September they will start an 8.5 mile circular walk from Holmbury St Mary. Details from David on 07935 887499. Thursday 22nd sees a 5 mile morning walk starting at 10am from Halfpenny Lane in Chilworth. Details from Mick again. And, finally, at 10am on Sunday 25th September, Dick will lead an 8 mile figure of eight walk from Puttenham. Details from him on 01483 568646.

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Ballroom and Latin Dance Classes Wednesday 7th September Strictly Beginners fun, friendly and easy Ballroom and Latin dance classes are held at West Horsley Village Hall on Wednesday evenings. Brand new beginners’ class starting September 7th at 7.30pm. £7 per person. Phone Sue on 01483 282431 or email courtdancingwh@outlook.com for more details.

G Live Beer Festival Friday 9th and Saturday 10th September This popular festival returns with an evening session on Friday from 6.30 to 11pm and on Saturday from 12 to 4pm and 6.30pm to 11pm. Lots of live music and a hog roast not to mention loads of different ales and ciders.

Sunset Cinema Friday 9th and Saturday 10th September, gates open 7pm, film at 8pm Sunset Cinema was set up this year by South African events manager Sue Newman, an honorary Surrey girl with a love of film. After several successful back garden film screenings, Sue decided to go for a bigger venue and bring cinematic magic to the locals across Surrey, Sussex and Hampshire.

On Friday 9th September, Sunset Cinema presents Jurassic Park at Guildford Cathedral and on Saturday 10th September, the film will be Grease, also at the Cathedral.

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Arnold’s Organics This month’s recipes come from Simon and Karen Arnold, who run Arnold’s Organics based in Petworth. They love everything local and natural and set up a business supplying organic fruit and vegetable boxes delivered to homes in the area if you would like to take advantage of the wonderful local products available on our doorsteps. For more information, visit www.arnoldsvegbox.co.uk.

Roasted Tomato, Basil and Parmesan Quiche

4. Mix the eggs, milk, parmesan and basil, season with salt and pepper.

5. Layer 2/3 of the cheese on the bottom of the pastry case, then layer in the tomatoes and onions. Pour over the egg mix and sprinkle on the remaining cheese.

6. Bake for 10 mins, then reduce the temperature to 180c/160fan/gas 4 and bake for a further 15 – 20 minutes or until the filling is puffed up and golden brown. Scatter with a few whole basil leaves and serve warm.

Creamy Beef and Mustard pasta

Quiche is a summertime favourite, served at parties, BBQ’s and as a light supper. This recipe uses the finest cheese and milk from Goodwood estate, Rookery Farm organic eggs and lovely fresh organic tomatoes. We used large tomatoes but cherry tomatoes work well too.

Ingredients 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 onion, finely sliced; 2 large tomatoes, sliced thinly or 300g cherry tomatoes; 3 eggs, beaten; 125ml milk; 2 tbsp parmesan, grated; 125g strong cheddar; 3 tbsp fresh basil, chopped.

This is a quick and easy supper dish, ideal for cooler summer evenings. We have used local, organic Aberdeen Angus beef from Rother Valley Organics and rich organic double cream from Goodwood estate.

Pastry

Ingredients

280g plain flour; 140g salted butter, cubed; water to bind.

500g frying steak, cut into thin strips; 250ml double cream; 1 onion, finely chopped; 1 garlic clove, finely chopped; 100g mushrooms, quartered; 1 tbsp wholegrain mustard; mixed herbs, fresh, chopped or dried; 300g spaghetti or pasta shapes of your choice.

Serves 8 Method: 1. Start by making the pastry. Put the flour and butter in a processor and combine until it resembles fine breadcrumbs. Slowly add a tablespoon of water at a time until it all comes together into a ball.

2. Roll into a round to line a 25cm flan tin, prick the base and line with parchment and baking beans. Bake blind for 10-15 mins, then remove the baking beans and parchment and return to the oven for another 5-10 mins (it should be slightly browned).

3. Preheat oven 200c/180c fan/gas 6. Grease a baking tray with olive oil and lay on the tomato and onions slices. Drizzle with a little more olive oil and roast in the oven for 15-20 mins.

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Serves 4 Method: 1. Cook the pasta according to the packet instructions.

2. Fry the onion for 2 minutes and then add the garlic, beef, mushrooms and mixed herbs. Continue to cook until the beef has browned, then add the cream and mustard.

3. Bring to the boil and cook for a few minutes until the sauce has thickened slightly.

4. Serve with the cooked pasta.

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cover the lasagne sheets with the white sauce.

6. Sprinkle with grated cheese and bake in the oven for 40 minutes, and the top is nice and brown and bubbling.

Soda Bread

Although this can take a while to prepare, it is well worth the effort. Using lots of flavoursome organic vegetables, served with homemade Soda bread and a light green salad, it’s a sure fire hit with the whole family.

Ingredients 2 aubergines cut into chunks; 2-3 courgettes cut into thick rings; 1-2 red peppers, chopped; 1 large red onion, cut into wedges; 1 -2 garlic cloves, sliced; 2 tbsp olive oil; Lasagne sheets; 1 x 400g tin chopped tomatoes; 1 jar Arnold’s Pasta et More Basil Infusion 450ml white sauce; grated cheese to sprinkle on top.

Serves 8 Method: 1. Preheat the oven to 180c/160cfan/gas 4.

2. Place all the vegetables in a roasting tin and toss in the olive oil so they are nicely coated. Sprinkle over some dried mixed herbs and roast until tender, about 20 mins.

3. Mix the tinned tomatoes with the Pasta et More and a little water if too thick.

4. If making the white sauce, melt 25g butter in a saucepan and the add 25g of plain flour. Cook for 2-3 mins minutes and then remove from the heat and gradually stir in a pint of milk a little bit at a time.

Return to the heat and bring to the boil, stirring all the time. Turn down the heat and simmer until thickened, stirring occasionally. If you prefer a cheese sauce add 2 tblsp grated parmesan.

5. In a deep lasagne dish, layer half the vegetables and pour over half the tomato sauce, cover with a layer of lasagne sheets, repeat for a second layer and then

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Soda bread is quick and easy to make, filling and tasty.

It tastes wonderful spread with butter and jam whilst still warm from the oven but goes just as well with soups and main dishes.

Ingredients 400g strong plain flour; 50g porridge oats; 2 tsp bicarbonate of soda; 1 tsp sugar; 1 tsp salt; 350ml buttermilk; 1 egg, beaten.

Method: 1. Preheat the oven to 230c/210c fan/ gas 8.

2. In a large bowl vigorously stir together the dry ingredients.

3. In a jug, mix the egg with the buttermilk.

4. Make a well in the centre of the dry ingredients and pour in the milk and egg mixture. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the buttermilk until just combined. Do not over mix.

5. With floured hands, gently shape the dough into a mound shape and place on a greased baking sheet.

Score a cross on the top making 2.5cm deep cuts.

6. Bake in hot oven for 15 minutes then reduce the temperature to 200c/180c fan/gas 6 for 25 minutes more.

7. To test the bread, tap the bottom to see if it sounds hollow. If it is, remove from the oven and leave to cool on a wire rack. If not, turn it upside down and return to the oven for another 5 mins and then test again.

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Rover, ice cream and popcorn vendors for your movie treats and you can grab a mojito or a margarita from the cocktail bar. Buy tickets at www.sunsetcinema.events.

UK not including Northern Ireland, it closes on 12th September 2016 and full terms and conditions are available on both the website and at Pippbrook offices.

The Deepdene Trail Opening on 10th September All are invited to The Deepdene Trail on 10th September from 10am to discover the stunning landscape views across Surrey, witness the surprising architectural features within the gardens and learn about the important role this estate’s enigmatic owners once played in shaping international arts, architecture and design. Work by Mole Valley District Council and The Friends of Deepdene has enabled the reinstatement of the gardens, paths and rebuilding of the Embattled Tower.

The Grotto has been repaired and the estate’s neoclassical masterpiece, Thomas Hope’s Mausoleum the hidden gem at the heart of the estate has been repaired and reinstated to its former glory. The Deepdene Trail and Kuoni Travel have launched a fantastic new competition to celebrate the opening of The Deepdene Trail this year in Dorking. The fabulous prize is a five night holiday for two people to Washington D.C. to see the Hope Diamond. The famous Hope Diamond was once owned by the Hope family who owned the Deepdene Estate in the early 1800’s.To be in with a chance of winning the five night holiday to Washington D.C., you can go online to www. deepdenetrail.co.uk, or pop in to Mole Valley’s Pippbrook offices for an entry form to answer four multiple choice questions. The competition is open to over 21 year olds, in the

The Ride & Stride Saturday 10th September Surrey Churches Preservation Trust gives grants to churches that need repair. The bulk of the funds are raised by the sponsored ‘Ride and Stride’ which takes place on the second Saturday in September – September 10th this year. The idea is that cyclists and walkers get sponsorship for going round local churches. They have an enjoyable tour and their church benefits as well – because half the money raised comes back to their church and the other half goes to the SCPT for their grant making work. So here are three ways you can help: Have a go yourself and raise sponsorship of your own (forms and list of churches on www.surreychurchespreservationtrust.org). Sponsor a friend who is going to have a go. Support the Trust by becoming a member and get details of interesting talks and Surrey church tours. Further details from organiser Hamish Donaldson on 01428 644473.

Horsley Floral Decoration Group Tuesday 13th September 2pm After the August summer break, the next meeting features demonstrator Jane Haste Horsley Floral Decoration Group (affiliated to NAFAS) is a friendly afternoon flower arranging club. They meet at East Horsley Village Hall on the 2nd Tuesday of each month (except August) at 2 pm. They have a varied programme of Demonstrators/Speakers/In-house entertainment, trips, internal competitions (optional), sales table, refreshments, etc. Visitors and new members are very welcome Learn & PlayLearn Bridge & Play Bridge (Feb/AGM Members only). Do go along and join them (first visit free)tofor fun, flowers and friendship. For more details phone Invite your friends, neighbours Invite and yourrelatives friends, neighbours to a Bridge and relatives a Bridge Taster session. Come andTaster join insession. and have Come a glass andof join wine. in and have Beryl a glass wine. 831422 or email bjg317@virginmedia.com. onof01483 We wish to create the next Wegeneration wish to create of bridge the next players. generation of bridge players.

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WALK - Milford to Brook This is an easy walk across heathland and through fields and woods with very little up and down. The walk was submitted by Guildford Rambling Club (see guildfordramblingclub.org.uk).

The walk 1. Go back through the tunnel and immediately fork right reach the road and cross to the Thames Water water treatment building opposite. Take the path along its right-hand side. Stay on this, ignoring lefts and rights.

At a cross paths follow the bridle-way forward (actually very slightly right). Go straight over another cross paths and start following signs showing a white arrow on a red disk, labelled â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Heathland Hikeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;. Fork right, again following the same sign. Reach Webb Road (you will see the barrier and car parking area along to your left).

2. Go straight across and on for some distance. At a cross paths with another red/white sign pointing left, ignore it and go straight on. Reach a T junction with another red/white sign. Follow this sign right, onto a wide track. Again, see a red/white sign, the track swings left. Reach another cross paths with a red/white sign and follow it straight on. Pass another red/white sign. Fork right at the next such sign. After 50 yards take an unsigned path right, into trees. Quickly reach a road and cross, passing a barrier and walking out onto heathland by a Witley Common sign. Ignore a wide fork right. Continue forward, ignoring lefts and rights. Go up a rise and, shortly after starting to drop down the other side and as the track swings sharp right, fork left onto a

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narrow path. After 100 yards, reach a T junction with a track and turn left. Quickly reach Eastlake, a large house on the left.

3. Turn right and walk along its wide access track. This track swings right to reach a road, French Lane. Go straight across and follow a path which heads towards the A3, swings to parallel it and then reaches French Lane again. Turn left and walk up a slope to reach and cross the Thursley Bridge over the A3. On the other side turn left and walk up to turn again, left down the Old Portsmouth Road. Walk down to turn right into Boundless Road. Follow this for some distance until you reach a tunnel under the A3. Go under and, on the other side, turn left to follow the road. It becomes a drive and takes you down to pass Cosford House.

4. Just past the house the path swings sharp right and you follow the Greensand Way as it breaks off left and, in two sections, climbs a steep bank up through trees to reach a field. Cross to a gate and exit onto a road, French Lane again. Go straight across and along a short section of track which dead ends at a stile taking you to the right and into a field. In the field turn left to walk alongside the hedge to a gate left and out onto the drive of a house. Cross this and enter a field. Head straight across this field and the next to reach a drive by the entrance to Lower House. Straight across and now follow the path between fields and through a wood, eventually dropping steeply down to emerge through a turnstile gate onto a road. (You have been walking in an

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WALK SPONSORED BY area once owned by Lord Pirrie, the ill fated owner of the White Star Line and the Titanic. Hence the Whitecross Line symbols on some of the gates). Turn left and walk to the road’s junction with the A286. (Here, note the track ** on the opposite side of the junction with the A286.) Turn right and walk along to the Dog and Pheasant. Lunch here or picnic at or by the Pirrie Hall cricket pavilion at the back of the playing field opposite.

5. From the Pavilion head half-right to the corner of the playing field nearest to the road. Take a path running through trees roughly parallel to the road and fork right to drop down to the start of the track ** mentioned above. Turn right to climb up this track, away from the road and through a deep cutting. At the top, ignore a footpath right and continue forward. Ignore a quick left turn. Continue forward to reach a 3-way signpost at Parsonage Farm Cottages. Turn left and, after a few yards, turn right to enter a field. The path takes you out half-left, passing the farm and then along a fenced corridor. Ignore a path right and continue to the far end of the corridor to reach a lone house. Turn right, along its access track, to reach a road.

6. Go straight across and follow a narrow path through gorse and out onto heathland. Reach a T junction with a wide track and turn left. About 150 yards after seeing a plaque and small car parking area off to your left, turn down onto a track running away to the right. At a T junction, turn right. Next, fork left. Reach the dead end of a road (Gadsden Close). Walk to the far end to reach Gadsden Lane. Turn left. Walk along to cross the A286 and enter Webb Road. Walk up here to reach an information plaque and turn right to walk out onto Witley Common, heading north. After a while the track swings right a little and then left, i.e. north again. In a wide section of the track reach a fork and take it right.

Go straight over a cross paths and immediately fork left.

Carry on, ignoring lefts and rights until forced to choose.

Fork left and pass the Thames Water water treatment works. Go straight across the road and through trees to reach the track that runs, left and under the A3 into Mousehill car park.

DISTANCE: 8.5 miles OS MAPS: Explorer 145 Guildford & Farnham, Godalming & Farnborough and also Explorer 133 Haslemere & Petersfield, Midhurst & Selborne STARTING POINT: Park in the car park at Moushill Down.

To find it, come off the A3 and go straight on through both sets of lights at Milford, pass the green and the shops.

Look for a track, signposted Rodborough Common, on the right about ¼ mile from the second set of lights. Don’t go too far or you will rejoin the A3 with a consequent long return detour!

REFRESHMENTS: The Dog & Pheasant, Brook.

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Greensand Way - approaching Furzefield Wood by Peter

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LOCAL Downs Solicitors Llp – Have You Herd The Moos?

CowParade Surrey said: “We are delighted to welcome Downs Solicitors to the Parade and excited to release their herd out into Surrey.

CowParade Surrey is an exciting opportunity to shine a light on our beautiful County, raise lots of money for local charities and have fun cow spotting over the summer months!”.

At the end of the exhibition, the three Downs cows, along with all the others in the exhibition, will be auctioned off and the funds raised will be donated to the sponsors’ respective charities and the Surrey Hills Trust Fund.

Ermintrude has arrived in St Martin’s Walk, Dorking!

Ermintrude is a life-sized, fibreglass cow and forms part of CowParade Surrey, the largest outdoor art exhibition ever seen in Surrey. She is one of three cows purchased by Downs Solicitors who commissioned three artists to create their own unique designs based around a royal theme to celebrate the Queen’s 90th birthday year and to acknowledge Prince William as the President of the Royal Marsden Cancer Charity. Ermintrude’s bovine companions are named “Queenie” and “Jewels” and they will shortly be appearing in Godalming and Cobham where Downs have further offices.

CowParade began in Zurich in 1998, and has been held in over 50 cities around the world, including udderly fabulous destinations such as London, Paris and New York and each event is unique.

Chris Millar, Senior Partner at Downs, said “When the opportunity to get involved in CowParade came along, we didn’t take much persuading that this is a really fun, colourful and unique way for us to be able to promote the firm but more importantly to raise funds for our nominated charity of the year - the Royal Marsden Cancer Charity. It is also a great way to bring visitors into our towns to showcase the diverse range of businesses on offer and the stunning countryside that we enjoy every day.”

“CowParade Surrey is such a wonderful fundraising concept and we are delighted that our corporate partners Downs Solicitors have purchased three cows to raise funds for The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity. It is thanks to the support of companies like Downs Solicitors that The Royal Marsden can continue to provide the very latest cancer diagnosis, treatment and care for our patients” said Joanne Bell of The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity.

There will be over 60 cows dotted around Surrey until the end of August. Make sure to download the free app from www.cowparadesurreyhills. com to discover where they are, virtually collect them & WIN prizes.

We hope you all enjoy our herd and happy cow spotting!

We are extremely grateful to Evolve Estates Limited for allowing Ermintrude to take centre stage in St Martin’s Walk.”

Downs commissioned Westcott-based textile artist, Jill Flower, to personalise and brand Ermintrude. Jill said “I was absolutely thrilled when asked to be involved in the CowParade Surrey project. It was a really fun and unique challenge to decorate a life sized cow for this sponsored exhibition.”

The udderly beautiful ‘Ermintrude’ was unveiled by Councillor David Mir, Chairman of Mole Valley District Council. She can be found ‘grazing’ in St Martins Walk, Dorking during the summer.

To fit with the Royal theme, Ermintrude is adorned with a large ermine trimmed cloak and golden crowns. The centre of the cloak depicts the logo and colours of the Royal Marsden Cancer Charity.

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Top: Ermintrude with her artist, Jill Flower. Above: Cllr David Mir (Chairman, MVDC), Jo Bell (Royal Marsden Cancer Charity), Chris Millar (Snr Partner, Downs Solicitors) and Jill Flower (Artist)

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Ocean Film Festival World Tour Friday 23rd September The Festival, returning for its third edition to the UK, will showcase the best selection of ocean- themed short films from all over the globe, celebrating the mysteries of the big blue and documenting the pure magnificence and wonder of the ocean. After last year’s success this remarkable programme will be returning to Dorking Halls in Dorking on 23rd September. Here’s a link to a selection of fantastic images www.dropbox.com/sh/23gokm7ih1di93g/ AAB7UNSaRogAtpMMY9REACjfa?dl=0.

Surrey Hills Challenge Sunday 25th September The Surrey Hills Challenge encompasses both walkers and runners with the choice of a 60km, 21km, 10km and 5km route. The event is being organised to establish a successful outdoor event in the beautiful Surrey Hills and to assist with the fundraising of The Community Foundation for Surrey and The Surrey Hills Trust Fund. They would love your local support for the Surrey Hills Challenge whether it be participating or volunteering as a marshal. Also, if you have a village hall that falls on the route that could be a hub for the community to get involved, then the organisers would love to know. If you would like to find out more information on the event please visit the website www.surreyhillschallenge.com.

Guildford Cafe Bridge Event Thursday 29th September.

This event raised over £3000 last year during their full day of bridge, playing in ten restaurants and cafes in Guildford, which hosted 160 bridge playing enthusiasts. This year is the 5th annual event and aims to raise £5000 with the help of 240 participants, using 15 venues. Funds raised, will go to Shooting Star Chase, a leading children’s hospice charity and Cardiac Risk in the Young, working to reduce the frequency of young sudden cardiac death. Players will meet up at St Mary’s Church for coffee and to register between 10.15am and 10.45am, where they will be given instructions and a map of the venues. They will then make their way to the first venue and play a few hands of bridge and, when completed, they will walk onto the next venue and play again, and so on during the day. Lunch is provided in the venue where the participants are playing at 1pm. At approximately 4.15 pm participants reconvene at the registration point for the results, prize giving and a raffle. The entry fee is £30 per player, to include coffee on arrival and a two course lunch. Those wishing to take part should contact Lynn Paynter at L.paynter@btopenworld. com before the 22nd September. Anyone wishing to contribute prizes or promises for the raffle and auction should also contact Lynn with their details. More information at www.3countiesbridge.com.

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PSDS - Providing Support for children with Down Syndrome Surrey charity PSDS - Providing Support for children with Down Syndrome and their families - has much to celebrate.

Not only does 2016 mark the group’s 10th anniversary, the charity has also just announced the appointment of its first Patron. As a result of attending the charity’s anniversary celebrations during Down Syndrome Awareness Week in March, Michael More Molyneux, Lord Lieutenant of Surrey, has offered his support as Patron. To find out more about PSDS and the services they offer, please visit www.psds. info where you will also find a short film about the charity.

For more information, please contact Helen Shiers, Trustee, PSDS - 07940 432053 (helen@psds.info).

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