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My links to the RHS started many years ago. As a book buyer for a local company called Colour Library Books (older readers may remember them!), I used to buy lots of RHS-branded books from Dorling Kindersley (DK), the main publisher of gardening books in association with the RHS. When I subsequently was asked to join Dorling Kinderley as business development manager, I found it quite easy to sell thousands of copies of RHS books, such was the quality of the products developed by the two companies.

I still remember my best deal, which was a single order for 50,000 copies of the RHS A-Z Encyclopedia of Garden Plants, a book that cost DK over £4 million to produce, then an unheard of sum for an illustrated book.

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motorhome heaven With sales increasing, Stefan Reynolds borrows a motorhome for a weekend to check it out MEET ‘HENRY’. He is an Autotrail Imala 715 2-4 berth motorhome which I borrowed for a long weekend just before Easter, when I headed up to the Cotswolds for a couple of nights to check out the popularity of these moveable homes.

California campervan with no bathroom is more than £43,000. There is a good secondhand market and while these vehicles do retain their values, you can get older models for slightly more sensible money.

I have always had an affinity for campervans, as they used to be called. My second vehicle at the age of 19 was a Toyota HiAce. It was pretty slow, guzzled petrol but slept four people, had a cooker, sink, fridge and was an ideal vehicle for holidays, weekends and house parties, where my friends and I could just sleep off our beers and then drive home in the morning.

There is another way to enjoy the motorhome experience and that is to hire one for a long weekend or more. The locally based Motorhome Heaven was set up by Maureen and Allen Ruddock to fill a gap in the market, and they now offer three different models – Henry, Emilie and Bella.

Each one is differently configured to suit a family of up to six or just a couple.

Motorhomes have moved on from campers and can now come with every conceivable ‘luxury’. Henry comes with a proper bathroom, a fixed double bed (no ladders involved!), a 4-ring hob with oven and separate grill, microwave, and a television/ DVD player, making it very much your home-from-home.

They are also getting more and more popular. Sales of motorhomes rose by 14% in 2017, with more than 13,000 vehicles registered. Commenting on the figures, John Lally from the UK trade body for the motorhome industry said: “Holiday behaviour is changing; ‘staycationing’ is retaining even increasing - its appeal. We are going on more frequent, shorter holidays. Motorhomes are perfect for this”.

It is not hard to see the appeal. Some good family friends, Jan and Rob, have had a motorhome for a few years following retirement and think nothing of spending a couple of months in France every summer in theirs, while another friend simply jumps into his with the dog for impromptu weekends in different parts of the UK. Of course, motorhomes and campers do not come cheap.

Henry comes in at just over £50,000 and even a new VW

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I picked up Henry on a Thursday afternoon and was shown round by Allen. It is a big vehicle at about 7 metres in length and 2 metres wide but this allows for a very comfortable interior with space for a couple and a couple of small children. The cooker, heater and hot water work on both electric and LPG gas while the solar powered leisure battery will keep the fridge and other electrical appliances working for a couple of days if you are without an electrical hookup. The water tank contains 135 litres for the sink and bathroom, which has a proper shower, sink and toilet.

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I was pleased by how easy it was to drive. You need to get used to the size and the overhang at the back but the 130bhp 2.3 litre diesel engine offers plenty of torque to keep up with the traffic and cruise comfortably on the motorway at 70mph. The steering is light and easy. Because there is no rear window, the ‘rear view mirror’ is actually a camera which is useful for reversing but not for driving, so you need to make good use of the side mirrors.

My destination was the fabulous Cotswolds, and a tree-lined Caravan and Motorhome Club site just outside Moreton-inMarsh. The cost for a pitch and full use of the facilities is just £7.40 per person per night, £7.70 for the pitch per night and a £12 per night surcharge as a non-member. The facilities were good and included excellent showers, toilet block, play area for children, field for dogs, washing up stations and a small shop. You also get electricity hook-up for the van as well as areas for getting fresh water and disposing of your waste water and the toilet cartridge.

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few families and younger couples. Everyone I met was happy and friendly, and the site very peaceful. An early evening dog walk showed most people happily ensconced in their van, preparing food and watching Eggheads, before closing their black-out blinds, pouring a glass of wine and enjoying their evening. Just like being at home.

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The Surrey County Show Phil Kemp meets the show organisers to find out what makes this agricultural event so popular ON THE 28th May, Guildford’s Stoke Park hosts the country’s biggest one-day agricultural show welcoming visitors from far and wide – visitors who not only want to enjoy the excitement of watching competitive events and live entertainment, but to also have the chance of getting up close to farm animals and take part in hands-on activities.

The show has been run by a dedicated team of enthusiastic volunteers from the Surrey farming community for over 60 years with the aim of bringing the countryside and rural life into the heart of Guildford.

I was invited by the Surrey County Agricultural Society to meet with their chairman Angus Stovold and chief executive Tracey Longhurst, who are both at the heart of the organisation making this annual event the great success that it is.

spring, and one in the autumn. We also have farming competitions throughout the year.”

Held every year on the spring bank holiday in Stoke Park, a 66-acre site that provides not only ample space to stage an event of this size but also given its proximity to Guildford town centre and a station a few minutes’ walk away, it is an unbeatable location to help the society literally bring farming into the urban community. Or as Angus proudly puts it: “It’s a case of 'the country goes to town’!”

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The estate office of Angus’ farm provided a perfect setting for my glimpse into what happens behind the scenes, with bookshelves laden with the history of the society’s many events, and black and white photos adorning the walls.

“The society’s first show was held at Eashing Farm, Godalming in 1954. Formed by the amalgamation of the Surrey Agricultural Association and the Redhill Agricultural Society, both founded in the 19th century, the thriving society we have today aims to promote agriculture through education and competition,” explained Angus. “And we achieve that through two agricultural shows. One in the

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Tracey is also from the farming community and specialises in rare breeds, working what she cheerfully describes as “a large smallholding or a small farm, depending upon your viewpoint!”. As the society’s chief executive, she manages the team of volunteers and is keen to engage not just with the farming community but also with the public generally.

“Volunteering, for example as stewards helping to run the show on the day, provides a great opportunity to gain experience from dealing with show visitors,” said Tracey.

“This year we are opening up stewarding and volunteering to the broader public. We’ll provide training and support and they’ll really enjoy the day too. Anyone that wants to get involved can contact us on our website.”

The show this year boasts an exciting display of different activities and entertainment in two arenas and three show rings. Across the showground too are avenues of marquees and demonstration areas with all manner of things to see and do.

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“We tweak the programme every year, with the intention of making the show different and bringing a different character to what’s happening.” said Tracey. “We’ve got some exciting surprises this year. The Guildford Fringe Theatre are taking over the bandstand area and are going to be putting on a full day of entertainment with music and theatre. Much of it will be a surprise on the day, and there’s a good chance that members of the public all across the showground may have unexpected encounters. I can’t wait to see what happens!”

Looking through the show’s programme I could see that at the heart of the full day’s events not surprisingly were all things rural and agricultural.

Cattle, sheep, pig, goat, donkey and horse competitions.

Beekeepers, a milking parlour, coppicing, falconry, duck and ferret racing, showjumping and dog agility. And of course all manner of rural crafts, food tents and exhibitors of every description. But the Agricultural Society doesn’t stop there.

“We also aim to mix interesting and educational elements with those that are pure entertainment,” Tracey enthused.

“This year we’ve got the Bolddog Lings motorbike stunt team to provide the kids with what we call the ‘whizz bang’ element that they so love. We’ve also got a heavy horse village. The heavy horses will be taking part in the grand finale to mark the centenary of World War One. And throughout the day the kids will have an opportunity to get involved with them which will make the finale very special.

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“We’ve also got a First World War re-enactment team encamped in the middle of the showground all day.

Children can sign up for the King’s Shilling, learn how to march, try out gas masks that were used in the trenches – and of course their parents can take part too!”

From my previous visits to the County Show I’ve tended to dwell, perhaps a little too long, in the food and drink sections. And by the sounds of it I might be spending even more time there this year.

“Of course, what is really big at the show are the superb food and drink stalls. It is understandably a very popular tent,” added Angus, perhaps showing off his mindreading skills to boot. “We have Brian Turner the celebrity chef coming along to do some demonstration slots in the food theatre.

He will also be going walkabout to meet people, members of the public. This year we’ve taken the food theatre out of the food hall – which means that there are going to be even more food stalls.”

I had also noted that there are going to be Silent Pool Gin tastings and an Albury Vineyard presentation on English sparkling wine in the food theatre, but I thought it best not to dwell any longer in case my hosts started to get the wrong opinion of me.

with a leaderboard throughout the day. And I’m sure the whole family, rather than just the kids, can take part.” Angus immediately piped up: “I want a go!” To which the retort back from Tracey resulted in a laughing fit between them both.

But of course it would be wrong to ignore the main reason for the show being staged every year. It is to enable the visitors, who are mostly from urban backgrounds, to have the chance to understand what farming contributes to our everyday lives, and also to see first-hand what agriculture is all about.

“We are providing a real showcase to show where our food comes from, with the farmers telling the story,” concluded Tracey. “Providing a milking parlour so kids can see where the milk comes from. Having Merrist Wood smallholders run the petting farms where they will be able to see chicks hatching on the day and get to be hands-on with pygmy goats and sheep - and a host of other things. It really does bring it all to life.”

“What really excited me is when a teacher from one of the local schools contacted me,” said Tracey. “Elisabeth Gill and a friend of hers are going to be rowing across the Atlantic in December to raise money for the RAF Benevolent Fund, and Eikon - a Surrey charity that provides counselling for schoolchildren. They will be at the show with their boat, the Atlantic Albatross.”

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“Ah, and another surprise is the fact we’ve got the Surrey Storms netball team running a celebrity shoot-out,” added Tracey. “It involves a trampoline which the kids will love, and there will be competitions for them to take part in, and

Visit the Surrey County Agricultural Society’s show website to find out more and help plan your day at Stoke Park. www.surreycountyshow.co.uk

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NealeRichards go to Chelsea!

• GARDENING

With Beth Otway

I FIRST interviewed Surrey-based Garden Designer David Neale, of NealeRichards Garden Design, for the November 2015 edition of VantagePoint Magazine.

During this interview, David Neale spoke about his hopes for the future and his ambition to design and build a garden for the RHS Chelsea Flower Show. I caught up with David earlier this year, when I was thrilled to discover that David’s dreams have come true. As you’re reading this article, David is now at Chelsea, building the Silent Pool Gin Garden, which David designed for the RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2018!

David particularly wanted to work with Silent Pool Distillers. He lives in a nearby Surrey village, and had noticed many parallels between Silent Pool’s ethos and the motivation behind NealeRichards Garden Design – they both use high quality products, pay great attention to detail, and are very customer-focused. Both companies really care about their work, taking pride in the quality of their finished products.

Realising that we all need a place to relax and unwind from the stresses of our daily lives, David designed The Silent Pool Gin Garden as an urban retreat for a professional couple, living in the city.

It’s a space to recharge and enjoy a drink together, filled with water and beautiful plants, set under the canopy of native, multi-stemmed trees, built with quality, UK sourced, sustainable materials.

David has taken inspiration both from Silent Pool’s gin making processes, and the company’s alluring location in his design.

The Silent Pool Gin Garden features a raised pool that ebbs and flows into a reflective pool below. This is reminiscent

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of the pools at the company’s base within the Surrey Hills. Silent Pool use their water in the distillation process, and they use copper gin distillation helmets and oak timber too, so David will also be using these materials in the garden.

The boardwalks in the Silent Pool Gin Garden were inspired by the boardwalks at Thursley National Nature Reserve, an area that’s close to David’s heart, as he used to live nearby. David sourced the sustainable English oak for the Silent Pool Gin Garden from Norbury Park, which is part of the Surrey Wildlife Trust.

The design of Silent Pool’s bottle, with its elegant floral pattern, denoting the 24 botanicals that go into the making of their gin has also influenced the garden’s design. You’ll be able to see some of the gin’s ingredients, including chamomile and angelica growing in the garden.

Orris root, or iris root is another ingredient, hence Iris fulva will feature in the planting. Iris fulva produces intensely coppery coloured flowers, which also references the copper used in the distilling process used to make Silent Pool gin.

I am so happy that David Neale has realised his Chelsea ambition, I cannot wait to see his garden at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show!

For a full interview that Beth Otway did with David Neale, please visit the blog on our website at www.vantagepointmag.co.uk.

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LEST WE FORGET In the first of two articles to commemorate 100 years since its end, Andy Thompson reflects on WWI. WHEN THE guns of WWI finally fell silent at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month of 1918 Britain began to count the cost. Of the 6 million men who had been mobilised during the conflict, over 1 million lay dead on the battlefields of the world or in the oceans fought over by the navy and merchant seamen with the vast majority lying in shallow graves on the Western Front – a 100-mile strip of land winding through Belgium and Northern France.

In 1915 the British army had taken the decision that no man would be returned home but would be buried near to where they fell. In 1917 the Imperial War Graves Commission (IWGC) was formed and tasked with giving those who had made the supreme sacrifice for their country a permanent resting place.

Belgium and France gave land to the British people ‘in perpetuity’ and during the 1920s, the 500,000 who could be found and identified were buried beneath a Portland headstone. The bodies that could be identified have a headstone with their name, rank and regiment, those bodies that could not be identified became ‘A Soldier of the Great War. Known unto God’ and their

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Top: Tyne Cot cemetery in Belguim. Above: The Menin Gate, Ypres. (All images from the Commonwealth War Graves Commission).

names were recorded on one of 28 memorials created to list the names of those ‘denied a burial given to their comrades in death’.

Whilst many family members made the personal pilgrimage to visit their loved ones before and after WWII it was the onset of fast channel crossings, the euro and the internet that generated a huge upsurge in visits to the hundreds of cemeteries in Flanders. The 100th anniversary commemorations organised between 2014-18 have seen unprecedented visitors from around the Commonwealth travelling to the battlefields, many remembering family members who died but many wanting to understand more of what happened in the mud, chaos and terror that was trench warfare.

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Thiepval Memorial to the Missing, by Thursley-born Sir Edwin Lutyens, commemorates more than 72,000 men of British and South African forces who died in the Somme sector before 20th March 1918 and have no known grave, the majority of whom died during the Somme offensive of 1916.

Whilst the cemeteries dotted along the Western Front (the smallest 12, the largest 12,000) all tell a story, the centrepiece of pilgrimage for the British army was always going to be the Menin Gate. Most British soldiers marched out of the Belgian city of Ypres through the gate and hundreds of thousands did not return. The glutinous mud of the Ypres Salient had sucked thousands of men to their death where they remain to this day. To remember them it was agreed that memorials would be constructed with panels containing the list of names of the ‘Missing of the Salient’.

Almost 60,000 names are carved on the 60 panels on the gate, confirming the sheer scale of the loss from around the Empire. When the army finalised its list of those missing in the Ypres area in 1924 a further 47,000 names had to be added to two other memorials at Tyne Cot Cemetery and Ploegsteert.

The Menin Gate was unveiled on 24th July 1927 and buglers played the Last Post in ‘Memory of the Missing’. The city of Ypres decided to play the Last Post every day to remind the youth of Belgian the debt they owed the British army and on Wednesday 4th April this year, the buglers played the Last Post for the 30,000th time.

Whilst the Menin Gate became the main place of pilgrimage, each nation of the Commonwealth honours its dead where they fell. The Australians gather on 25th April at Villers-Bretonneux and at Gallipoli, the Canadians at Vimy Ridge on 9th April, the New Zealanders commemorate ANZAC Day on 25th April and the South Africans remember their sacrifice at Delville Wood on 1st July.

The Great War changed the world. H G Wells predicted, in 1914, that it would be ‘The war May 2018

that will end war’ and the numbers reflected the colossal destruction of warfare on an industrial scale. The estimated casualty figure for all the 89 combatant nations was 41 million with 18 million being killed, millions more died in the Spanish Flu pandemic that swept the world between 1918-20.

Surrey suffered thousands of casualties with almost every community losing men, and in some cases, women. Some of the most powerful stories of the those killed were Surrey men. Dorking lad, Valentine Joe Strudwick (killed in January 1916) was only 15 when he was killed by a German sniper and is believed to be one of the youngest English casualties.

Henry Webber, a Horley man, was killed during the Battle of the Somme and at the age of 67 is believed to be the oldest casualty of all those killed during the war. Harry Farr (pictured left) was sent back to the front line the autumn of 1916 when he was very obviously suffering from shell shock. When he refused to march to the front line, he was shot by firing squad for cowardice. It was Harry Farr’s Farnham family who led the campaign to have those executed for desertion or cowardice pardoned and of the 346 shot at dawn, 306 were pardoned in 2006.

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Fabulous British Asparagus • FOOD & DRINK

Morrocan Crusted Salmon Rib Eye Steak with British and Asparagus Salad Asparagus and Teriyaki

Ingredients:

For the salmon: 1 tsp crushed cumin seeds, 1 tsp crushed coriander seeds, 1 tsp sesame seeds, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp allspice, 1 tsp soft light muscovado sugar, small bunch parsley roughly chopped salt and cracked black pepper, 4 pieces of salmon fillet, scales removed, 4 tbsp olive oil. For the salad: 2 bundles of asparagus trimmed, 1 preserved lemon, seeds and flesh removed, 1 shallot thinly sliced, 1 red chilli, deseeded and sliced, 2 plum tomatoes cut into chunks, 2 handfuls rocket washed, 4 tbsp Greek yogurt extra virgin olive oil for drizzling. Serves 4.

Method:

1. Preheat the oven to 180°c, gas mark 6 2. In a bowl, mix the cumin, coriander, sesame seeds, paprika, allspice, sugar and parsley. Season with salt and pepper.

3. Sprinkle the mixture all over the flesh side of the salmon and drizzle over the olive oil.

4. Bring a medium-sized pan of salted water to the boil. Place in the asparagus and cook for 2 minutes.

Drain then cool and set aside.

5. In a hot non-stick frying pan seal the salmon skin side down first, then place in the oven for 6-8 minutes.

6. While you are waiting for the salmon to cook, chop the lemon skin and place in a medium-sized bowl.

Then add the asparagus, shallots, chilli, tomatoes, rocket and a splash of extra virgin olive oil, season and mix.

7. When the salmon is cooked, divide between 4 warm plates, top with the salad. Finish with a spoonful of yogurt, cracked pepper and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil.

Ingredients:

For the Teriyaki sauce: 75ml soy sauce, 75ml mirin, Japanese sweet rice wine, 75ml sake, 1 tbsp sugar. For the rest: 2 x 150g rib eye steaks, 1 tbsp vegetable oil plus a dash more for cooking the British asparagus, sea salt and black pepper, 1 packet of British asparagus, trimmed of woody ends, a pinch of cayenne pepper, and white and black sesame seeds to serve. Serves 4.

Method:

1. To make the Teriyaki sauce, combine all ingredients in a saucepan. Stir the mixture well. Put it on medium heat and bring to a boil. Turn the heat down to low and simmer for a couple of minutes.

Stop the heat and cool the mixture. It’s now ready to use but if you have any left you can store the sauce in a clean bottle in the fridge.

2. Heat a griddle pan until really hot and almost smoking. Rub the steaks with the oil, salt and pepper. Griddle the steaks for 2 minutes on each side so that they’re medium rare. Leave to rest.

3. While the beef is resting rub the British asparagus with a little oil then lay on the griddle and grill for 2-3 minutes, turning every now and then until they start to soften but still have bite and have little chars on them.

4. Split the asparagus between two plates. Carve the steaks into 1cm strips and lay on top of the asparagus pouring over the meat juices left from resting. Cover each steak with a few tablespoons of Teriyaki sauce and sprinkle with the cayenne and sesame seeds.

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Farnham Lines and Trails This walk explores some hidden and unusual aspects of Farnham’s history and celebrates the launch of the town’s second free walking festival which runs from May 20th-June 3rd. Farnham has an interesting part in ensuring walkers’ rights of way, played a key part in the 1940 invasion defence preparations and is at the start of a national trail. Those connections and other interesting facts will be explored during the course of this short introductory walk. Visit www.vantagepointmag.co.uk/walks for the walk map. More information about the festival can be found at www.farnham.gov.uk/walkingfestival and bookings for each walk can be placed online.

• THE WALK 1. Start at the Shepherd & Flock public house which is located within the roundabout bearing the same name at the end of the A31 Farnham bypass. Limited parking is available in the road here or, if you’re using the pub, in its car park. Walk in front of the pub towards the houses and turn left down an unmade lane through this strange “island village” isolated from the rest of Farnham by the incessant traffic. Continue along the lane through an interesting mix of quirky building styles until you are in the shadow of the bridge carrying the main A31 road over the lane.

To your left is an Edwardian lodge building and this was the scene of a confrontation on the 17th January 1897 when Sir William Rose of Moor Park House (see later) attempted to close off the lane to public access.

The lane leads ultimately to Waverley Abbey, a popular spot for Sunday strollers, then and now.

This action led to an event which has gone down in the annals of town history as is well recorded in W Ewbank Smith’s ‘Victorian Farnham’: “Farnham’s miniature battle was fought out in the cold January weather.

Sir William’s men duly closed and chained the gates early on Sunday morning and a crowd of some four or five hundred townsmen, and a sprinkling of women, gathered outside. The snow lay on the ground; this came in useful as ammunition for those who were not armed with sticks, crowbars, sledgehammers and other assorted ironmongery. Herbert Frost and his rural colleague, John Stedman, (council surveyors) were cheered as they forced the chains with crowbars.

The defenders, consisting of a handful of lodgekeepers and other servants, though reinforced by the six exCity policemen, were clearly no match for the superior strength of the attackers, who by sheer weight of numbers breached the gates and won for the town a victory that has never since been challenged.”

2. Continue along the lane under the road bridge and, further on, below the railway. 50m after the railway bridge look to your left where you will see partly hidden among the vegetation on the bank a rock-lined cleft. Once an ornamental waterfall in the grounds of Rock House on the bluff above, its origin is the outfall from a watermill that predated the house itself. Further along the lane take the right turn between fences towards High Mill. This is another of the town’s ancient mills and this

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one, whilst now purely a residence, is believed to still contain a full set of milling machinery. Walk across the forecourt of the mill and exit through a set of gates into a track between meadows.

Continue down the track to cross the river Wey via a footbridge beside a ford.

3. Walk along the path ahead into the edge of woodland where you will soon see a path to your left signed ‘North Downs Way’. Take the North Downs Way, a national trail leading from Farnham to Dover, through young woodland to emerge onto a narrow road and turn left. Walk, with care, along the road turning first left to re-cross the river by a small bridge. Continue ahead, noting the large antitank cylinder obstacle in the left verge, to crossroads at the foot of a steeply rising sunken lane.

4. Turn right here, leaving the North Downs Way, joining the Greensand Way through the large gates to Moor Park House. Walk along the drive between more concrete anti-tank cylinders to reach the main entrance to the large house. Now split into luxury apartments with grounds sweeping down to the river, this was formerly a country house owned by Sir William Rose of the right-of-way dispute above.

Built in 1630, earlier occupants included Sir William Temple who employed one Jonathan Swift as his secretary. Swift wrote A Tale of a Tub and The Battle of the Books while living here though many will know him better through Gulliver’s Travels. Later the house became a Christian Adult Education centre.

5. Continue walking along the lane ahead which gradually narrows to become a path between the foot of the slope and the fenced fields on the right.

After about a third of a mile you will find a pillbox adjacent to the right hand fence.

This is part of the GHQ defence line erected rapidly (over approximately six months) in 1940 when the threat of German invasion was at its height during World War Two. The line runs through Farnham from Ewshot to Waverley and then continues through Elstead and Godalming. This pillbox was designed for a maximum garrison of nine men with five light machine guns and two rifles. It is positioned to provide covering fire to a larger anti-tank gun emplacement further along the path.

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rises, you will find the anti-tank emplacement designed to house a 2pdr gun, complete with its carriage, firing out through the large embrasure with a good view and field of fire across the river meadows below. Return to the path and continue along the terrace above swampy ground to the right and among mature trees. This area is a nature reserve and shortly you will come to a stream issuing from a gated cave mouth.

This natural sandstone cave is known as Mother Ludlam’s Cave and is surrounded by numerous legends. They largely centre round a supposed onetime occupant, Mother Ludlam who was reputed to be the white witch of Waverley. The story goes that she often loaned out utensils to local people but was displeased when a large cauldron, now in Frensham church, was late in being returned. The cave originally extended around 200 feet in length and the brothers of Waverley Abbey dedicated the fresh water spring within to St Mary. Now it is home to Natterer’s, Daubenton’s, Long-eared and Greater Horseshoe bats.

7. From here retrace your steps back to the gates of Moor Park House (it is possible to continue on to Waverley Abbey but this involves crossing the busy Farnham to Godalming road).

8. At the crossroads, cross straight ahead into the made up lane. In the field to your left is another pillbox. Further down the lane, where it comes closest to the river, you will find a number of 'dragon’s teeth', small concrete cones from the defence line designed to prevent tanks from fording the river at this point. Continuing along the road you will come across another anti-tank gun emplacement on the right. After the war this was converted to a garage or shed. Just beyond are the buildings of Moor Park Farm. Just visible at the end of the track to the right is a very large block of former hop kilns now converted to luxury homes.

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Continue on the lane alongside the fence passing another anti-tank concrete cylinder in the field on the left.

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THIS LITTLE society is celebrating its tenth anniversary in 2018 and they have much to be proud of, says Diane Cooper.

From tentative beginnings at their inaugural meeting in Denbies, they have developed into a robust, well-managed, volunteer-led group that gets involved in many local initiatives and is now wellrecognised in Surrey’s conservation sector. They are often seen at local events, country fairs and interestgroup talks – in fact they attract most of their members when they’re out and about being involved with the community living in and around the Surrey Hills.

They have an ever-growing membership and crucially, manage to retain them as members year on year.

Once involved with the Surrey Hills, it’s hard to leave!

They’re always looking for new volunteer members but are fortunate to have a strong, dedicated management and trustee core team who always go above and beyond to support the society.

So what are they all about? Surrey is very fortunate to have a nationally-designated protection known as the Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) that’s been in existence for 60 years this year (both anniversaries coincide).

Much preparation has been done to mark these anniversaries, including the creation of a Heritage Lottery Funded book produced by the society, looking at whether and how well the AONB designation has worked to preserve the environment. Happily the conclusion is that it has generally worked well and that, in many places, there has been little change to the smaller rural villages and countryside within it.

• Visit some of the most interesting properties that have stood the test of time that may not be generally open to the public • Learn about the fascinating characters who built and lived in them (like Sir Arthur Conan Doyle of Sherlock Holmes fame in Hindhead and Ralph Vaughn Williams, the composer, who lived in Leith Hill Place) • Assist local conservation groups with projects, such as bidding for Heritage Lottery funds to work on specific projects • Guided walks in the countryside, hills and rural villages, often learning about how these areas are managed for conservation • Help out with countryside volunteer tasks with other like-minded groups Some events are free and any income from others that they run is ploughed back to use in supporting causes they decide are relevant to their aims. They are also able to bid for funds to the Surrey Hills Trust Fund.

They’ve a few celebrations lined up this year, such as a special celebration event at Speaker’s House in Westminster in early May, as well as a couple of ‘thank you’ events during the summer for members. They also support the North Downs Way National Trail partners who are celebrating 40 years of the trail, and are running a series of walks along the trail to celebrate jointly.

They’re really looking forward to the next decade and whatever direction that takes the Society. Their members are a supportive lot and the events are often over-subscribed, so they need to be growing to keep pace and attract new volunteers who have an interest in conservation of this special landscape.

Could that be you?

Diane Cooper is Chair of the Marketing & Communications Committee, Surrey Hills Society FIND OUT MORE

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After a rather soggy April, let’s hope that May can offer us something sunnier and warmer! Along with all our usual jottings on regular clubs, music, art exhibitions and activities we have numerous half term and Bank Holiday Monday activities to inspire you. Did you know the UK celebrates May as National Smile Month? - I definitely think we have enough going on this month to keep you smiling...

Probus Social Events Every first Tuesday Leatherhead Probus is a club for retired men who have inquiring and active minds. They meet each month at Tyrrells Wood Golf Club for a lunch followed by a talk on a specialist topic. This year they have speakers from Local Chamber of Commerce, Surrey University, Exxon-Mobil and a Major General from Royal Marines etc. Their annual celebrity sporting lunch will be golf-themed presented by Ken Schofield CBE accompanied

by Bernhard Gallacher and Christmas lunch guest will be Sir Richard Stilgoe OBE, as a follow-on from Chris Tarrant OBE. Other events are arranged during the month to interest wives and friends. For further details call Jon McCarthy on 07947 361406 or email membership@probusclubleatherhead.org.uk to come as a guest.

Ashtead Bowling Club Free Indoor Coaching Session Wednesdays and Thursdays Sessions are tailored for beginners and provide an excellent introduction to the sport of bowling. A £1 fee is required to cover temporary membership for the day. You would then be eligible for full membership of the club with use of all its facilities. Please contact Mike Bradford on 01372 273142 to book a session.

Fairfield Social Centre Leatherhead Various days Monday to Friday 10am to 4pm Would you enjoy a bit more company? Then pop along to the Fairfield Social Centre and make new friends. Enjoy a wide range of activities including pilates, word games, music and movement, line dancing, singing for health, tai chi, yoga gold, art group, plus other services including hairdressing, chiropody, beauticians and massage. There is something for everyone.

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Dorking Business Breakfast Group Every Thursday from 7am This is Dorking's oldest and largest business networking group with members from over thirty local businesses. They meet at Betchworth Park Golf Club near Dorking, to exchange business referrals and discuss matters affecting the town. For further information about Dorking Business Breakfast Group, please visit www.dorkingbbg.com.

Chair Exercise at the Christian Centre, Dorking Every Tuesday 11am Seated exercise to music designed for the more mature person to increase strength and flexibility. Why not join this fun and friendly group - it will do you a lot of good, everyone is welcome. For more information please call Jasmin 07584 861802.

Fitness Dance Class In Capel Mondays 9.30am-10.30am The class is Fit4tap, which is a fusion of tap dancing and a cardio workout. These classes will be held at Capel Village Hall.

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A fantastic opportunity to improve your lifestyle. Call 01372 376058 for more details. The Fairfield Centre, 34, Swan Court, off Leret Way, KT22 8AH. Watermill Jazz at Betchworth Park Golf Club Various dates during May Dorkings Watermill Jazz programme during May is dominated

by American visiting musicians. Eddie Henderson and the Bruce Barth trio start proceedings on the 1st, vocalist Tierney Sutton's trio perform on the 8th, on the 15th Ralph Alessi's quintet features saxophonist Ravi Coltrane, followed by the organ trio of Larry Goldings, Peter Bernstein and Bill Stewart on 22nd. Finally the UK's Chris Biscoe/Allison Neale quintet appear on the 29th with an evening remembering the music created 50 years ago

by Gerry Mulligan and Paul Demond. Visit www.watermilljazz. co.uk for full details and to book online.

- one of our national treasures and leading interpreter of English Folk Music. He is a squeezebox maestro, a singer and songwriter, author and Morris dancer. Definitely a night to remember. Visit www.dorkingfolk.org.uk. Dorking Golf Club, Deepdene Avenue, Dorking RH5 4BX. Fetcham Park Open House Wednesday 2nd May 5.30pm-9pm Leatherhead based charity, Perennial is joining forces with Fetcham Park to host a special event. The evening will include a lively interactive question and answer session with local gardening experts, chaired by BBC Radio Kent gardener Jean Griffin. Tickets cost £25, which includes a glass of wine. To book, visit www.perennial.org.uk or call 0800 093 8510.

Pottery course with Reiko Evans Tuesdays and Wednesdays in May 10am-1pm Held at Leith Hill Place. During the course you’ll learn how to make mugs and tiles, using various tools, and how to decorate your creations. £100 per course (4 sessions) or £30 per class, includes all materials and hot drinks. Bookings on 07917 886910.

Fetcham University of the Third Age (U3A) Fourth Tuesday of each month 2.30pm When you retire or semi retire, very often there is a void in your life. Why don’t you join this group so you can help fill that unwanted gap? Their activities are varied and broadly educational but mainly about having fun. Held at St. Mary’s Church Hall, off The Ridgeway, Fetcham, KT22 9AZ. For further details email ann.chance76@gmail.com.

Dorking Folk Club Various dates during May On the 2nd, 16th and 30th Singers’ Nights. On the 9th Dave Ellis and Boo Howard - Dave’s intricate guitar work combines with Boo’s mellow vocals to create an eclectic mix of songs, from folk to jazz to blues and bluegrass. On the 23rd John Kirkpatrick

Cranleigh Folk Thursday 3rd May 8.30pm They will be bringing acoustic music to The Royal Oak at Holmbury St. Mary. In the first half, local musicians will perform – all welcome. In the second half, Sussex duo Anne and Alan will be entertaining you with songs from their Sussex folk show.

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Leatherhead Lunchtime Concerts Various dates during May 12.30pm This month's concerts at the LMC include Japanese pianist Asagi Nakata, courtesy of the Royal Academy of Music, Crotchets & Quavers, SSATB singing ensemble from the University of Chichester Music Department, Capital Horns - a horn quartet from the Royal Academy of Music and Emma Halnan on flute, with Heather Wrighton on harp. Finally, organist Anthony Cairns, Director of Music will be at Christ Church. All of these concerts are free to enter, with a retiring collection. Visit www.musiconthursdays.org for full details.

Surrey Artists’ Open Studios An opportunity to visit artists’ studios in and around Surrey

2-17 June 2018 11am-5pm daily & Thursday evenings 6pm-8.30pm

Horsley Garden Society They hold flower and produce shows, meetings, lectures and visits to bring together those with an interest in gardening from beginners to experts. New members and visitors are always welcome. Membership is only £5 per annum, contact the Chairman, Roger for details r.lindsay339@btinternet.com or Terry terrylazenby@terrylazenby.plus.com.

Headway Charity Monthly drop-In FIrst Friday of each month 10.30am-2pm The average person in the street often completely fails to notice the disabilities faced by someone with a brain injury, when they first meet. Unfortunately the individual’s disabilities, such as loss of memory, mean that the simplest tasks in life can be the most problematic. This can make sustaining a social life a very difficult business indeed. The Drop In is an informal time for people to meet and socialise with others who are affected by brain injury. Held at Headway House, North Road, Guildford, GU2 9PU. For more information contact the team on 01483 454433 email: enquiries@headwaysurrey.org.

Bookham Country Market Every Friday 10.15am-11.30am They are open every Friday in the Old Barn Hall, Church Road, Bookham, KT23 3PQ. Providing a friendly atmosphere where people can meet over tea/coffee and cake as well as buying from the well stocked tables of local suppliers. These include baked goods and prepared meals, free range eggs, meat from Conisbees in East Horsley, home made preserves, locally grown plants and vegetables and a wide range of craft items.

Reigate Gag House Comedy Club Friday 4th May 8pm Expect a barnstorming night of comedy as Keith Farnan, Otiz Cannelloni and Chelsea Hart, along with your resident MC Masud Milas, prepare to tickle your funny bone. You’re in excellent hands with resident Reigate MC Masud Milas at the helm. One of the most exciting acts to emerge on the UK comedy circuit, Masud’s intelligent, addictive humour has earned him a rapidly growing fan base. Tickets are £13.50 each. To book yours, please call 0333 666 3366 or visit www.

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Walking in Dorking – Town Centre Heritage walks Open Day 5th May and group bookings Journey into Dorking’s history with a guided walk of the town to see hidden Dorking: the secrets that lie behind the modern May 2018

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Jottings Your Local Talking Newspaper Every week, a team of local volunteers gathers at The Grange in Bookham, sitting like newsreaders of yesteryear around a large table, to record another edition of the local Bookham Talking Newspaper. We take our sight so much for granted. Without it, or with failing sight, talking newspapers provide the very local news that so many enjoy. Bookham Talking Newspaper was set up over 40 years ago by local Rotary Club stalwart Eddie Crouch MBE. Their talking newspaper has about 45 users living from Ashtead across to Horsley. This is a free service, run by volunteers and using freepost Royal Mail to deliver a weekly USB drive. If you think you might like to spend an enjoyable occasional hour or two, please join their volunteer team. Without obligation, please call Martin on 01372 453565.

Home visits offered Fully insured W: www.jwoodmassage.co.uk E: jamie@jwoodmassage.co.uk T: 07473 861 265 streets and the people who built the town’s reputation. Tours last 90 minutes. Individual bookings, 5th May: 3.30pm for families with children or 6pm from the Museum. Group walks (minimum of 10 people) by appointment. £3 per person, booking via website. Details on www.dorkingmuseum. org.uk/guided-walks-around-dorking/ or e-mail admin@ dorkingmuseum.org.uk.

Rotary Club of Bookham and Horsley Various Dates during May Rotary combines the opportunity to really make a difference in the community whilst enjoying the company of like-minded friends. A really positive experience awaits you at Rotary – whether as a club member or if you help out occasionally. Why not join for a trial club evening, or simply join our mailing list for occasional updates. For all details and to see what’s coming up, visit www.bookhamandhorsley.rotaryweb.org or contact our secretary Mark Secker on 01372 458733 or mark.secker@ outlook.com.

Dorking Museum – ‘Local Heroes’ Short Film Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays in May 10am-4pm A short film telling the story of local suffrage campaigners Emmeline and Frederick Pethick-Lawrence, made in conjunction with Royal Holloway and filmed in Dorking, Holmwood and Leith Hill, is available to view in the museum to mark the centenary of the vote for women. Kathy Atherton's book on the fight for the vote in the Surrey Hills is also available. Held at Dorking Museum, 62 West Street, Dorking RH4 1BS. For details please visit www.dorkingmuseum.org.uk or call 01306 876591.

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Wotton and Abinger Cream Teas and Plant Sale Sunday 6th May 2pm-5pm They are holding cream teas and plant sale at Wotton Village Hall to help to raise funds for the Annual Show. Delicious home made cakes, scones and savouries. Interesting plants, vegetables, herbs, shrubs and flowers. Ample parking.

Dorking Branch of the Embroiderers' Guild Second Monday of the month 10am-12.30pm Join them for coffee and a talk at the Friends Meeting House, Dorking RH42LE. New members and visitors are welcome, the only requirement is an interest in stitch and textiles.

The junior branch - Dorking Young Textile Group- meets on the second Saturday of the month at South Holmwood Parish Room RH54JX. They have a varied programme, introducing their members (aged 7-18) to a wide variety of creative textile techniques. New members welcome. Contact jofreeborough@ hotmail.com for details.

The Royal British Legion Women's Section Every Second Monday 7pm Their meetings cover interesting speakers, members nights, raising funds for the Poppy Appeal and a lot more. If you feel this group is something you would like to try please go along.

For further information please phone Jane on 01372 811422.

Held at North Leatherhead Community Centre, Kingston Road, Leatherhead.

The Surrey Hills Three Peaks Challenge Sunday 6th May 9.30am onwards This is a family event, everyone is welcome, including dogs. It is a charity walk, you can choose your distance of 6, 7 or 13 miles.

Covering some of Surrey's most spectacular scenery on Leith Hill, Holmbury Hill and Pitch Hill. Starting at The WI Hall, Felday Glade, Holmbury St Mary, RH5 6PG. Participants will be invited to make a donation to the Phyllis Tuckwell charity on the day.

Please register by email if you wish to take part to carriehes@ gmail.com. There will be refreshments, soup and homemade cakes available at the halfway point and again at the end.

Chasamba Dance Fitness Classes Various days and times Chasamba is a partner free fitness class using Ballroom and Latin dance steps. Previous experience is not needed, just a desire to get fit doing some great moves! Go at your own pace - just step it out and enjoy the music or go for a higher intensity workout. It’s entirely up to you! Find them on

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Art at Leith Hill Place ‘Inside Out’ an exhibition by Reiko Evans & Karen Pearson 4-28 May, 11am-5pm (Friday to Sunday & Bank Holiday Mondays) ‘The Echoing Space’ 1 June-1 July, 11am-5pm (Friday to Sunday) See the creations of Mary Branson, Penny Green and Julie Hoyle, our artists in residence Workshops: Scone making, Thur 10 May, £20 per person. Book on 01306 711685 Wedgwood inspired embroidery, Thur 14 June, £45.

Book on 0344 249 1895 Taster sessions: print & ceramics, Sat 2, 9 & 23 June, from £15. Book on 07721 078687

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Facebook or email for more information about times and costs: sheila.chamberlain@btinternet.com for Capel classes or chasambawithnicola@hotmail.com for Beare Green and Abinger Hammer.

and enjoy a coffee, tea or hot chocolate with a biscuit or bun.

No entrance fee just a donation suggested towards the cost of refreshments. Kingsland, Newdigate.

Leatherhead Choral Society Every Monday 7.45pm It is a well known fact that singing is good for you! If you want to find out for yourself, go along and try out this friendly choir in Leatherhead - no auditions required. They meet weekly on Mondays during term-time, at Christ Church, Epsom Road, Leatherhead KT22 8ST. For more information visit www. leatherhead-choral.net or call Sue on 01372 376831.

Dorking URC Present ‘Broken’ Tuesday 8th May for six weeks 7.30pm-9.30pm Dorking URC will be hosting six sessions for anyone curious about the Christian faith to explore it through the highly acclaimed BBC T.V. series “Broken” starring Sean Bean. Held at Dorking United Reformed Church, 53 West Street, Dorking. It is intended for over 18s. For details contact David Bedford, email pastordavid.dorkingurc@outlook.com, call 07532 088253 or visit www.dorkingurc.org.uk.

Quiz Night with Fish and Chips Monday 7th May 7.30pm Test your general knowledge at a relaxed quiz evening followed

by Fish and Chips from the local Fish and Chip shop in Dorking.

Just come join in on the night. All orders for fish and chips are placed and paid for on arrival at the event. Soft drinks will be served but you are welcome to bring your own beer or wine. All welcome at the Oddfellows Lounge (Oddfellows Hall) Dorking High Street RH4 1QT Please contact Jenny at the office on 01306 877792 or email Mid-Surrey@oddfellows.co.uk for more details.

Newdigate Local History Society Tuesday 8th May 8pm Peter Sturge will be giving an illustrated talk on ’The Deepdene - the story of a great estate through 400 years’. The talk will introduce the history of the famous gardens, the vanished mansion and the fascinating characters who once lived there. All welcome.

Admission £2 members, £4 non members. To be followed by a guided walk along the Deepdene Trail the following Saturday for members. Newdigate Village Hall, Kingsland, RH5 5DA. Booking essential. Call 01306 631233 for further information.

New Newdigate Village Hall Café Tuesday 8th May and thereafter second Tuesday of month The café will be open from 9am (especially for mothers on the way home after the school run) and is open to all ages from tots (play area provided) to pensioners. Please take your friends

Yoga Gold Leatherhead Tuesdays 3.15pm-4.15pm The class is taught by Charlotte, an experienced Yoga teacher, who teaches Yoga to a wide range of people. Structured to meet the needs and abilities of the participants, whether they be

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www.connectsurrey.uk sitting in a chair or working on a mat. Yoga is an excellent way to improve flexibility, keep joints working and to keep you mobile. £8 per class or £24 for a block of four classes for members. (Membership £13 p.a.) Held at The Fairfield Centre, 34, Swan Court, off Leret Way, Leatherhead KT22 8AH. Telephone 01372 376058 to book your place.

Leatherhead Community Association Walks First and second Wednesday of each month Peter Humphreys has been working hard to plan new walks around the beautiful Surrey countryside. Non-members are welcome to all these events and your first walk is free with a £3 charge for each subsequent walk. They are designed to be gentle and at modest pace, with few stiles, and easy gradients.

The morning, 3-4 mile walks, last about two hours and usually alternate with 4-6 mile walks, the latter incorporating a lunch or picnic break. You could be walking near Rusper or Richmond, Capel or Cranleigh, with many different places in between. Peter Humphreys is very happy to give you full details - 01372 378347.

Charity Bridge Lunch Wednesday 9th May 10am-4pm In aid of Kids for Kids. Help save the lives of starving children in Darfur, Sudan, by enabling families to become self sufficient.

Included is a two course lunch with a glass of wine and a cup of coffee. There will be a Raffle with stupendous prizes. Held at Westcott Reading Room, Institute Road, (off Guildford Rd), Westcott, nr Dorking, RH4 3LB. Please bring cards and bridge cloths. Minimum donation £23 per player (£92 per table). For Bookings please contact Gerald Culliford, Hertford House, Guildford Road, Westcott, RH4 3LB.

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Local NCT Social Strolls Various dates during May 10.30am These are free, buggy friendly guided walk for parents and carers with little ones. People don’t need to be NCT members to attend. They meet currently at either Denbies, Leatherhead Leisure Centre or Polesden Lacey – duration and speed dependant on attendees bumps / buggies / toddlers with refreshments afterwards. 9th May meeting at Polesden Lacey and 23rd May meeting at Leatherhead Leisure Centre.

The Arts Society Leatherhead Talk Wednesday 9th May 7.15pm Their May talk is about the work of foreign artists in London, their influence and why they were preferred to English artists, from the Tudor period through to the Renaissance and Baroque periods – including Holbein, van Dyck, Peter Lely, and Rubens.

The society welcomes visitors for £5 at the door, at Leatherhead Parish Church Hall KT22 2BD, but please first email to info@ theartssocietyleatherhead.org.uk or call John on 01372 373083.

Dorking Community Hospital Coffee Shop Have you a few hours to spare to help run this friendly Coffee shop which is open from 9.30am-4.30pm Monday to Friday?

They have a varied selection of cakes and confectionary also, hold a range greetings cards, basic toiletries, knitting wool and hand knitted baby garments, decorative Irish linen tea towels and second hand books. They also require Saturday and Sunday volunteers to take a trolley of items from the shop around Ranmore Ward each afternoon. Enquiries to Brian Belton on 01306 884950.

Peaslake Players Production 10th to 12th May 7.45pm ‘Breezeblock Park’ by Willy Russell, well known for plays such as ‘Educating Rita’ and ‘Blood Brothers’. This terrific comedy explores the sadness and madness of family life as relatives gather together on Christmas Eve. Lurking beneath the festivities lie petty squabbles and a secret. Directed by Lee Johnson, with an experienced cast and crew, this promises to be an entertaining production. At Peaslake Memorial Hall. Tickets at £8.50 and are available from www.peaslakeplayers.co.uk.

Choral Rehearsals For Summer Concert Wednesday evenings 7.45pm The Leith Hill Festival over Beare Green and Newdigate Choral Society have now started rehearsals for their Summer Concert in Beare Green Village Hall on Saturday 7th July. This will be a Celebration of British Music and now is a good time to go along to their rehearsals in Newdigate Village Hall and see if you would like to join them, you will be guaranteed a warm welcome. Further details from the choir secretary on 01306 631115.

Museum Reopens for 2018 Thursdays and Fridays 1pm-4pm Saturdays 10am-4pm.

With a new focus on Suffragettes and Potters. The battle for women's voting rights and the extraordinary story of Ashtead Pottery are the two main exhibitions at Leatherhead Museum, now open once more for the 2018 season. A local family's equally fascinating album of memorabilia from the First World War is also on show for the season, running until mid-

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YOUR COMMUNITY NOTICEBOARD • December. Staffed entirely by volunteers, Leatherhead Museum is based at Hampton Cottage in Church Street.

Local Leatherhead Band Welcome You Fridays 8pm Local band, Badger Set, raise money for Wildlife Aid in Leatherhead, but also play for other charities too. They rehearse in King George Vth Hall in Effingham and would like to invite you to come out for an evening to hear them play and have some company. Email cherylmusical@gmail.com for more details.

Mid Surrey Mencap Jumble Sale Saturday 12th May 11am-1pm Pop along for this charity jumble sale - lots of bargains to be had. Held at Fortyfoot Hall, Fortyfoot Road Leatherhead KT22 8RY. Entrance is only 50p.

Charity Art Exhibition Saturday 12th May 6.30pm-8.30pm Surrey Clubs for Young People is a charity who have been running their own version of ‘the Big Painting Challenge’ across 13 youth clubs from all over Surrey. They’re holding an exhibition with the winners being announced at this prestigious gallery. The High Sherriff will be presenting prizes at a special evening where you can enjoy the artwork whilst enjoying wine and canapes and picking out the next Banksy. Tickets aren’t available on the door £10 per head to book – please email admin@scyp.co.uk.

Quaker Meeting Sunday 13th May An evening meeting is held on the second Sunday of each month at Park House, Randall's Road Leatherhead, KT22 0AH. All are welcome to join in exploring a different approach to spiritual worship focusing on silence and stillness. For more information contact Catherine Carr (01483 283693) or catherinemcarr15@gmail.com.

Leatherhead Rotary Club Meetings Wednesdays 7pm Meeting at the Police Federation Headquarters in Highbury Drive, Leatherhead. For further information about the club and its wide range of community, fundraising and social activities please visit www.leatherheadrotary.org.uk, contact Simon Edmands on 07753 821964 or email the club at leatherheadrotary@gmail.com.

Dorking Scrabble Club

Every Wednesday 7.30pm For a friendly game of Scrabble, pop along to The Roy Currie Room, United Reformed Church, West Street, Dorking. You will be welcomed whether you are a beginner or an expert. For more details ring Priscilla (01737 767072) or David (01306 889308).

Dorking Museum: Guided Walks Open Day 13th May 2pm and group bookings by appointment Dorking Museum walks team runs guided walks on the Deepdene Trail: the grotto, woodland walks, parterre and temples, spectacular views across the Weald and exclusive access to the grade II* listed Hope family mausoleum. Tours May 2018

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last 90 minutes. Group walks arranged by appointment or book for the Open Day, £4 per person, booking via website. Visit www.dorkingmuseum.org.uk/the-deepdene-trail.

Guildford Rambling Club Walks Various dates during May Visitors are welcome, normal start at 10am. For the 5 mile morning walk from Dunsfold on Sunday 13th, call Hazel on 07766 663876. For the 5 mile morning walk on Thursday 17th from Merrow , contact Dora on 07989 837906. Puttenham is the start for an 11 mile figure of 8 on Sunday 20th, look to David A on 07922 189114 for that one. Call Olive on 07872 613505 for the 10 mile walk from Queen Elizabeth Park on Sunday 27th. Alan C, on 01483 480168, is the leader for the 11 mile walk from Plaistow on Sunday 3rd June. And Chantal, on 01483 535971, will lead a 10 mile figure of 8 around Cranleigh on Sunday 10th June. More details can be found at www. guildfordramblingclub.org.uk.

Leatherhead Community Association Events Various dates during May There are two 'Tea and Talks' before the Summer break 'Dressing for Royal Occasions' on 11th May and 'St Petersburg' on 9th June. Both are on Fridays at 2pm. If you prefer to listen to music, Gwen Hoad is presenting a 'Musical Journey' on 16th May at 2.15pm. Arranged visits include a GPO London Walking Tour on the 27th May, then on the 14th June, Regents Park Open Air Theatre for a Matinee performance of Peter Pan. Don't forget that Social Bridge, Scrabble, Table tennis and Snooker continue through the Summer as well as the two, very popular Book Clubs. Visit www.leatherheadca.org.uk. for full details.

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Dorking Walkers Every Tuesday and Thursday Would you like to try walking with a friendly local group? Two hour walks (4-5 miles) within ten miles of Dorking. Check out their website www.surreycommunity.info/dorkingwalkers, email dorkingwalkers@gmail.com or contact Ann on 01306 888745.

A Right Royal Romance 17th, 18th and 19th May 7.30pm A concert celebrating the Royal Wedding. Bookham Light Operatic Society present songs from the shows you love at The Nomad Theatre… Oklahoma, Les Miserables, The Phantom of The Opera, My Fair Lady, Half a Sixpence, Ruddigore, Kiss Me Kate and more! Musical Director: Selena Hegarty. Tickets £12.

The Nomad Theatre, Bishopsmead Parade, Leatherhead, KT24 6RT. Visit www.nomadtheatre.com/blos-right-royal-romance or call 01483 284747 for full details and bookings.

Tylney Luncheon Club Second Wednesday of each month 12.30pm for 1pm lunch They are a ladies social luncheon club which meets at the Leatherhead Leisure Centre. They have a speaker at each meeting. New members are always welcome. If any lady would like to join them please contact Iris on 01932 864822 or Edna on 01372 379303.

Leatherhead University of the Third Age Thursday 17th May 2pm Leatherhead U3A AGM and monthly meeting is held in the United Reformed Church Hall, Epsom Road, Leatherhead. The speaker is Katherine Kreuter, who will be Talking Trees. The U3A welcomes anyone no longer in full time employment or raising a family. For more information contact lhdu3amembers@gmail. com or visit www.leatherheadu3a.org.uk to find out about opportunities to pursue an interest and to make new friends.

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Dorking Flower Arrangement Club Monday 14th May 2pm-4pm Dorking Flower Arrangement club meets every second Monday of the month at the Betchworth Village Hall, Station Rd, Dorking.

Join them for flower arrangement demonstrations, followed by a cup of tea and a friendly chat. This month their guest presenter will be Robin White; her arrangements will be on the theme of "Metal Mania". All visitors are welcome for just £5.

Surrey County Walkers Various dates throughout the month This is a walking group in Surrey. They have walks every weekend, usually in West Surrey, in the Farnham, Guildford, Woking or Dorking areas. Some walks are held in neighbouring counties, such as Hampshire or Sussex. Most walks are completed in a morning, followed by a visit to a local pub. Some walks, particularly in summer, last all day. This is often the case for walks along long distance paths, such as the North Downs Way, South Downs Way, Thames Path and the Mid Sussex Border Path. For more information and the full walk programme visit www.surreycommunity.info/surreycountywalkers.

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YOUR COMMUNITY NOTICEBOARD • Woodfield Entertainers’ May Revue takes a humorous and sometimes poignant look back at the career of their fictional Director, Max. Staged at the fantastic Peace Memorial Hall in Ashtead you, too, can revisit favourites from stage shows, films and television, brought to life by their very own Director, Simon Gadd. Seated at themed tables, you can enjoy the evening with a light supper during the interval, and a complimentary glass of wine or juice. All for £12. Box Office: 07941 105612 or www. woodfieldentertainers.co.uk. A fun-filled evening is a promise.

Local History Society Monthly Meetings Third Friday of each month 8pm The society has a full programme of lectures held at the Leatherhead Institutes’ Dixon Hall. Coffee served from 7.30pm.

Admission just £2. Guests are always welcome. For more information go to www.leatherheadhistory.org.

The Arts Society Dorking Second Tuesday of the month 9.30am for a 10.30am lecture During 2018 they have a wonderful series of lectures and visits arranged. They meet in the Dorking Halls. You can learn about things such as the Nations Hidden Oil Paintings; The Making of Venice from Swamp to Serenissima; Pop Art in the Swinging Sixties. Visits planned for 2018 include a trip to Laverstock Mill and the Bombay Sapphire Gin Distillery. Further information on their website: www.theartssocietydorking.org.uk.

Leith Hill Place Exhibition 18th May to 30th June

Leith Hill Place is entering a period of trials to assess the best use for its future, this year focusing on a creative approach with Surrey artists Mary Branson, Penny Green and Julie Hoyle.

They plan a residency and exhibition celebrating the creative activities of Ralph Vaughan Williams, the Wedgwood and Darwin families as past visitors and residents of the house now owned by the National Trust. Throughout the residency there will be bespoke workshops, artists talks and an exhibition in ceramics, prints and sound, encouraging a deeper understanding of Leith Hill House.

Charity Garden Party Sunday 20th May 2pm-5pm This will be their second charity garden party organised by The Brigitte Trust within the magnificent grounds of Wotton House.

Visitors can expect a family friendly afternoon of live music, food and drink, children’s’ activities, a variety of local art, craft and food stalls selling local produce and handicrafts and free tours of the beautiful Grade II listed ground. De Vere Wotton House, Guildford Road, RH5 6HS. Entry is £5 (under 16’s free).

Dorking Museum exhibition: 'Dorking 1918' Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays from 24th May, 10am4pm The exhibition focuses on the end of the war: how the news was received and how it was celebrated, how the dead were commemorated and the long-term impact of the war on the community. It also looks at those whose lives were changed for ever and biographies of nearly 1000 local casualties. Held at Dorking Museum, 62 West Street, Dorking RH4 1BS. For details please visit www.dorkingmuseum.org.uk or call 01306 876591.

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Sign-up to free Sports Sessions Registration closes 24th May Looking to build on Team Mole Valley's success in last year's Specsavers Surrey Youth Games, young people are invited to take advantage of the opportunity to participate in free training sessions ahead of the 2018 competition taking place on 23rd and 24th June at the Surrey Sports Park. Open to 7 to 16 year olds of all abilities who either live or go to school in the district. Every young person taking part in these sessions is in with a chance of representing Team Mole Valley at this year's competition. The Games feature a wide-range of sports, including Judo, Lacrosse, Hockey and Girl's Touch Rugby. Please visit www.molevalley.gov.uk for details.

The Heath Players Comedy Thursday 24th and Friday 25th May 7.30pm Presenting David Tristram's comedy, Inspector Drake and the Perfect Crime. The legendary Inspector Drake faces his greatest ever challenge as he attempts to unravel a plot with more twists in it than, well, a really twisty thing! A must for your diary with thrills and spills and laughter galore. Held at the Box Hill Village Hall, KT20 7JT. Tickets £12. Call 01737 218241 or email cdsiggins39@outlook.com for bookings.

Dorking Town Centre Pub Walks Open Day 25th May 3pm and group bookings Dorking Museums guided pub walks take in former and current town centre pub sites, relating their history and stories and pointing out features. Tours last 90 minutes. Bookings and further details via www.dorkingmuseum.org.uk/guided-walksaround-dorking.

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Dementia Group Offers Support In Effingham CIF_Wisley18_92x147.indd 1 Alternate Thursdays from 10am-12 noon ‘Connect’ is a group for carers and partners living with dementia. Why not join them for support, refreshment, friendship, activities and fun. They hope to have something for everyone with activities for all, puzzles, quizzes, music, snooker, music and more. Monthly outings also arranged. You don’t have to live in Effingham to come. They meet in St Lawrence Church Hall, Browns Lane, Effingham KT24 5LX. For more details contact Gill on 01372 457987, email GillianMWalker@gmail. com or Kim on 01932 586988.

Mole Valley Business Club Every other Tuesday 7.30am-9am Mole Valley Business Club meets at Burgundy & Black, St Martin's Walk, Dorking to exchange business ideas and refer business.

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Gauge 1 Model Railway Exhibition Saturday 26th May 10am-4pm The Surrey Group of the Gauge 1 Model Railway Association will be holding an exhibition at the Cranleigh Village Hall. Gauge 1 model trains are at a scale of 10 mm to the foot which is more than twice the size of 00 gauge. Engines are mostly live steam, fired by alcohol or butane gas while some are battery powered.

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The Surrey County Show Bank Holiday Monday 28th May 8am-6pm The 2018 show is set to be the biggest and best yet. Hosted at Stoke Park in Guildford. The Grand Arena plays host for the first time to the famous Bolddog Ling motorcycle stunt team. There will also be showjumping and sheepdog trials. Animals – big and small are at the heart of the Show and you will be able to get close to over 1000 cows, sheep, pigs, goats, horses and donkeys. Win a rosette and prizes in the fun dog show. The Guildford Fringe Theatre Company will entertain you with live acts all day. Enjoy the Maypole dancers, the WWI re-enactment and roaming Morris Men. Tckets at www.surreycountyshow. co.uk, at the Guildford Tourist Information Centre or on the day.

Beginners Ballroom and Latin Dance Classes Every Wednesday 7.30pm Strictly Beginners is a fun, friendly and easy Ballroom and Latin dance classes held at West Horsley Village Hall on Wednesday evenings. Brand new beginners class will be starting in September. Phone Sue on 01483 282431 or email courtdancingwh@outlook.com for details.

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In partnership with Scorpion Scaffolding - 01483 235514 The Arts Society Betchworth Third Monday of the month 2.30pm-4pm Do join their society to enjoy stimulating, entertaining talks from accredited lecturers and our visits to interesting places. They meet in Betchworth Village Memorial Hall and annual membership is only £30. Or go as a visitor for £4. Forthcoming events include 'The Emperor Hadrian','The Art of 1935' and 'Captain James Cook and the Enlightenment'. They will be visiting Audley End, Knole, Glyndebourne, and enjoying a guided walk around Spitalfields. New members welcome, wherever you live. For further information please ring Carole Evans 01372 452563 or visit www.theartssocietybetchworth.org.uk.

Dambusters Talk In Effingham Friday 1st June 7.30pm A talk on the Dambusters given by the official historian of the 617 Squadron. 2018 marks the 75th anniversary of the Dambusters raid. Barnes Wallis, the inventor of the Bouncing Bomb, lived in Effingham and is buried in the churchyard. There will be a retiring collection in aid of the St Lawrence Lighting Appeal. Held at St Lawrence Church, Effingham.

Effingham Church Fête Saturday 2nd June 11am-3pm Following the theme of the Dambusters a Church Fete will be held in Effingham along Brown’s Lane, at St Lawrence Church, the Church Hall and gardens, the Jubilee Gardens. The RAF have arranged for a fly past in a Dakota (a WW2 workhorse) on the day.

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2nd and 3rd June 10.30am-5pm Taking place at Knepp Castle, Shipley, nr Horsham RH13 8LJ, this fair is quirky and eclectic. It has a wildlife theme but also a vintage twist. The fair specialises in quality stalls from Sussex, Surrey, Kent and Hampshire and stallholders who have actually made what they sell and so are able to talk with first hand knowledge and passion about their product. Also vintage stalls selling items made by craftspeople from the past. Knepp Castle is the subject of an unusual and nationally important re-wilding project and there will be the chance to learn more about this at the fair. Wildlife safaris have recently been launched on the estate and there is a well-equipped luxury campsite. Find out more by contacting jeanfffjackman@gmail.com and 07939 272443 or go to www.floralfringefair.co.uk.

Leatherhead Carousel Sequence Dance Club Thursdays 7.45pm-10.15pm Join this friendly club for Sequence Dancing at Parish Church Hall, Church Road, Leatherhead, KY22 8AY. If you are interested, please phone Doris on 01372 374160.

Surrey Artists’ Open Studios 2nd to 17th June Discover the diversity and creativity of Surrey artists. For sixteen days in June Surrey artists will be welcoming the public into their studios for the annual Surrey Artists’ Open Studios (SAOS) event taking place in artist’s studios right across the county.

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Wey & Arun Canal Trusts Sponsored Walk Sunday 3rd June This annual walk for charity starts from Walberton Village Hall.

The 12 mile route takes in Binsted, the banks of the River Arun, Ford and Yapton before returning to Walberton to collect cars.

A fascinating glimpse of canal structures can be seen along the way, including the entrance to the Portsmouth and Arundel Canal at Ford, and the enchanting Norman church of Ford.

Download a sponsor form (lunch and refreshments are included) and ask a few friends to sponsor you for the day. See www. weyarun.org.uk/poddle for further details.

Ladybirds Summer Concert Saturday 9th June 3pm Their next concert will be on Saturday 9th June at 3pm in the United Reformed Church Hall, West Street, Dorking. More details next month!

Brockham Choral Society invites you to Tea at the Ritz Saturday 9th June Takes place at St. Paul's Church, Dorking RH4 2HT. Bring a picnic and be entertained with songs from 1914 to the 60s under the baton of our illustrious Music Director Patrick Barrett, accompanied with panache by Marion Lea. Dressing in style for the occasion is welcomed but optional. Tickets £12 in advance only, can be bought online at www.brockhamchoral.org/tickets or from Pauline Whitehead 01306-881821or Maria Chadwick c/o Michael Frith, 40 South Street, Dorking, 01306 882728.

A Flower Arranging Evening Monday 11th June 7.30pm Join Karen Fox from Bride and Bloom Floristry. After her popular visit last year florist Karen Fox will return to show more of her work and then guide you to make your own table centre with seasonal flowers and herbs to take home. Refreshments will be served.

Admission £3, Oddfellows members free. All materials provided.

Held at the Oddfellows Lounge (Oddfellows Hall) Dorking High Street, RH4. Please contact Jenny at the office on 01306 877792 or email Mid-Surrey@oddfellows.co.uk for more details.

Bookham Open Gardens Sunday 17th June 10am-5pm (Tickets from 19th May)

Enjoy looking at some lovely gardens (14) and pick up ideas in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere. Tickets are £5 in advance, £6 on the day, from the Old Barn Hall, Bookham KT23 3PQ (open Mon, Weds, Fri 9.30am-12.00pm) and other local outlets. You can also buy them at the first garden you visit. Visit www. bookhamopengardens.co.uk for info.

Capel Choral Society Rehearsals underway for concert on 30th June

Capel Choral Society has started rehearsals for its summer concert, ‘Some Enchanted Evening’, on 30th June. As rehearsals have only just commenced, there is ample opportunity for new singers to join the choir and enjoy singing this great music.

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Summer Fun Days For Adults With Learning Disabilities 9th July to 17th August 9.15am-4.15pm each weekday There are lots of summer activities and clubs for school children but very little for adults with learning disabilities. The Grange Centre charity in Bookham has filled that gap and has laid on Summer Fun Activity Days for those with learning disabilities - especially young people in transition from college to adult life. They are offering a variety of activities including Bushcraft, sailing, fitness and drama, plus a chance to make friends for people who have a learning disability - all whilst having fun during the summer break. To book sessions email Sarah Herman at The Grange Centre, sarah.herman@grangecentre. org.uk.

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