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TO THE POINT We had a concerned phone call in the office recently enquiring after Humph since his disappearance from this column. I am happy to report he is very well and looking forward to his first trip to la France profonde the day after Stefan Reynolds this edition goes to press, where he will celeEditor & Publisher brate his first birthday! As I write, the Dordogne is experiencing a heatwave which looks set to continue upon arrival, so the swimming pool looks likely to be well utilised by us all, including Humph. If only I could train him to mix THE ONLY a decent G&T and open the rosé...

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has looked into activities for his age group to do in August, which include a number of great sounding things that I had never heard of.

With luck they will spark the imagination and get your children or grandchildren away from the house and out of your hair!

I was kindly offered a free ticket for DogFest which was held last month at Loseley. It’s a great fun day out for all the family with plenty to occupy everyone and the most astonishing variety of four-legged friends. It has grown enormously since it first started for good reason, but this did not help the long traffic queue of arrivals when I left around midday. If you go next year, my advice is to arrive early!

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6 Jottings Your local community noticeboard

8 Chilli Fiesta West Dean’s 20th Chilli Festival

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A teenager’s guide to things to do this summer

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August is a fairly quiet month as far as Jottings are concerned. So many people are away on holiday that organisers tend to avoid holding their events during this month. However, if you are at home, there is still plenty going on such as Godalming’s Staycation now in its sixth year, and the Amazing Thailand Festival. Please also look at www.vantagepointmagco.uk for other events happening in our other areas as all our Jottings are online. Whether you’re going away or staying at home, have a lovely month, hopefully in warm sunshine!

Godalming Photographic Club’s 32nd Annual Exhibition will take place at Godalming Museum until Saturday 1st August. Several members have achieved national recognition and in recent years the club has been particularly successful, winning regional competitions and being represented nationally. The club has grown steadily and now has about 80 members, meeting on Wednesday evenings (from September to June) in the large hall at the Broadwater Park Community Centre, Summers Road, Farncombe, GU7 3BH from 7.45pm for 8pm to 10pm. There is a wide range of different activities including workshops and visiting speakers.

Print and digital competitions are held regularly in three classes (club, intermediate and advanced). Meetings are always friendly and entertaining and cater for all abilities and ages (from 15 upwards). New members are always welcome and full details are available at www. godalmingphoto.org. For further information please contact the Museum on 01483 426510 or visit www. godalmingmuseum.org.uk.

Are you wondering what to do to keep your children amused in the summer holidays? Well, why not go along to the local Squire’s Garden Centre between 10am-4pm every Monday (and Wednesdays at selected centres), and your children will be able to take part in

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fun gardening and craft activities. It’s a chance to get creative - without the mess at home! Activities include planting a butterfly-friendly hedgehog basket, painting a fish money box, and planting and decorating a strawberry pot. Plus there are loads of free activities too! Create & Grow starts on Monday 27th July and runs through to Wednesday 26th August. For more information visit www.squiresgardencentres.co.uk Each activity takes around 20 minutes and is on a first come, first served basis as long as stocks last! These activities take place at all centres except Chertsey.

Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times.

Watts Gallery Trust, in partnership with Gwen Hughes Fine Art, presents Prints for the People, an exhibition of 20th Century lithographs, including the popular School Prints scheme produced in the 1930’s and 40’s, for sale at affordable prices. With the admirable aim of making good art accessible to everyone, several series of prints were published in Britain in the late 1930s-1940s. From the Contemporary Lithographs series (1937-38) to The School Prints (from 1946), the Lyons Tea Shop Lithographs (1947-55) and the Coronation Series (1953), all were designed to celebrate the best of British talent and the leading British artists of the day were commissioned – including Julian Trevelyan, Barbara Jones and Edward Ardizzone. Although most of the lithographs were produced in large editions (often more than 2000), post-War austerity which restricted the quality of the printing paper, and the fact that they were tacked to walls in busy places, meant that remarkably few copies have survived. All works are for sale and prices start from £75 (unframed), with most prints under £1000. The exhibition runs to 4th October at The Pottery Building, Watts Gallery in Compton.

Jottings is your free community noticeboard for local events and information, edited by Nick and Angie Crisell. Please note that we cannot guarantee that all entries will be published.

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Chilli Fiesta

We take a look at the 20th Chilli Fiesta at West Dean which runs from the 7th-9th August Humble beginnings The award-winning Chilli Fiesta began in 1995 as a modest, oneday celebration of the colourful chillies grown in the thirteen historic Victorian glasshouses at West Dean Gardens. One of the biggest and original chilli festivals in the UK, it has grown from small beginnings to become something of a national treasure.

22,000 people who come to enjoy the full three-day programme of live music, food and entertainment. Chilli Fiesta is a family friendly summer festival with many people choosing to camp for the weekend with family and friends in the spectacular grounds of the estate.

“Chilli Fiesta began as a small event twenty years ago and has grown to become one of the UK’s original and largest chilli events,” says Sarah Wain, West Dean Gardens’ chilli expert. “It’s the unique mix of visitors who come to listen to live Latin music and celebrate all things chilli and, of course, see our amazing range of 250 varieties of chillies, that makes Chilli Fiesta special.”

This year the Chilli Fiesta celebrates 20 years and will feature a firework spectacular on Saturday night as part of the weekend festival.

Hotting up at Chilli Fiesta Chilli Fiesta takes place over a three day weekend and offers a full programme of hot Latin and The original Chilli Fiesta salsa music and entertainment, good food and Set in the heart of the beautiful South Downs National Park with drink (featuring many local suppliers), dancing, the backdrop of the historic flint-faced Grade II* listed West celebrity cookery demos, gardening tips from Dean House, the festival horticultural experts, has grown substantially “West Dean knows how to put on a good show and you a marketplace offersince it began. It is one of can see things growing and learn so much about how ing chilli-related foods the original and most pop- to cultivate your own. The place is quietly becoming a and gifts, children’s acular chilli festivals in the tivities, a Vintage Fun national institution. You should see it.” The Times.

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ing in a safe environment in the spectacular grounds of the estate. If putting up a tent is not your thing, you can try Glamping. (Dogs are welcome too on a short lead.)

contest for younger festival-goers, and older ones too! Antonio the Tambourine Juggler will entertain children and adults alike on the main stage.

Line-up on stage This year’s exciting line-up of live entertainment includes Groupo Lokito, The Fontanas, charismatic singer and musician, Jesus Cutino and his band Son de Cuba and Brazilian/ Latin group Sambossa. Several bands will be making their debut this year including Levi Roots, who will not only be bringing his culinary expertise to the cookery theatre but also leading his band on the main stage. Also making their first appearance at Chilli Fiesta are Tom & Ash, Adriana, Quinto, Lokandes, The Voodoo Love Orchestra, the famous Gypsy King Tribute Band, Bamboleo, and Elisangela, plus local bands Ed Goodale and Steel Strum. The popular Mariachi Tequila Band, will be spending the day amongst the crowds getting them into the Latin groove.

Pick up chilli growing tips from the experts West Dean Garden’s very own chilli expert, Sarah Wain, will be dispensing chilli-growing advice during the fiesta. Joining Sarah each day in the gardening theatre will be gardening experts from Simpson Seeds (Friday), Hot Headz (Saturday) and Sea Spring Seeds (Sunday) reminiscing about their first ever Chilli Fiesta in 1995. Visitors will be able to explore the award-winning walled garden over the three-day weekend and see around 250 chilli varieties being grown in the Victorian glasshouses. Sarah will share tips on growing chillies at home during talks and tours.

Cookery Theatre In the cookery theatre popular Sussex cook and food writer, Rosemary Moon, will be hosting a series of food demonstrations where you can learn top tips and sample delicious chilli delights. Rosemary will be joined over the weekend by Malcolm Riley, The African Chef (Saturday) and Petworth bakery specialist, Danish-born Master Baker, Troels Bendix. Levi Roots, who appeared on Dragon’s Den in 2007 and secured investment in his Reggae Reggae Sauce, will be giving demonstrations in the cookery theatre on Sunday, making his famous Home Style Jerk Chicken Wings and his Hot and Fruity Caribbean Coleslaw. Also joining Rosemary will be food, drink and travel writer, Andy Lynes, chatting about his new book ‘How to be a Chilli Head’.

Chilli Fiesta is not only a celebration of the fiery chilli but also of the British summer, come rain or shine.

Fun for all the family The popular Vintage Steam Fun Fair returns to Chilli Fiesta this year. There are activities for children including face painting, Punch and Judy shows, rock school workshops and new for this year, The Great Chilli Throwing August 2015

A huge amount of work over the last two decades has gone into making the 90 acres of gardens and arboretum at West Dean a showcase of horticultural variety and quality to inspire any gardener throughout the seasons. Visitors to Chilli Fiesta can also enjoy the award-winning sunken garden, spring, wild and woodland gardens, St. Roche’s Aboretum, walled garden orchards and the kitchen garden.

“Despite the stormy weather on Friday and Sunday last year visitors continued to stream through the gates, dancing and enjoying the live music in the rain.” says Sam Moore, West Dean’s Public Events Manager. “It shows just how determined people are to enjoy their favourite chilli festival.”

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West Dean Gardens, near Chichester, West Sussex, PO18 0RX www.westdean.org.uk/chilli Prices: Friday Day Ticket: Adult £12 Child £1.00 Saturday Day Ticket: Adult £14.50 Child £1.00 Sunday Day Ticket: Adult £12.00 Child £1.00 3-day pass with camping: Adult from £95 Child £36, early booking for camping advised) Group bookings - for groups 10 or more please call 01243 818221.

Book online at www.westdean.org.uk/chilli Note: Produce Stalls close at 6pm. Main Stage music finishes at 9pm on Fri and Sat eve, 6pm on Sunday. Paradiso Latino Cabaret Tent is open until 11pm Fri and Sat eve and 9pm Sunday. Only food stalls and bars around the central stage area will be open after 6pm.

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I’m afraid that there is little time on this one but Saturday 1st August is the date for the 16th St Peter’s Hascombe Charity Concert. It’s an evening of salon music entitled ‘Tea at the Ritz’ and will be performed

by The Tapestry Chamber Orchestra. It takes place at the beautiful St Peter’s Church in Hascombe and there is the opportunity, weather permitting, to picnic from 6pm by the lovely village pond next to the church. The performance starts at 7.30pm. Tickets at £25 are limited to 100 so do act quickly. (£12.50 per ticket will go to The Down’s Syndrome Association and St Peter’s Church Fabric Fund). In view of the lack of time, it might be an idea to call 01483 208559 first. More information at www.hascombe.com.

2015 marks a very special year indeed for Godalming Operatic Society, celebrating its 90th year of performing the works of Gilbert and Sullivan for Surrey audiences. They are actively inviting new members (all voice parts, as well as those interested in helping out back-stage) to join their ranks, ready to take on the next production: Gilbert and Sullivan’s rare gem ‘The Grand Duke’ in 2016 and what better way to get to know this friendly, local singing and acting society than by joining their local Summer Walks every Monday evening throughout July and August! Serving as a wonderful lead up to their pre-season Get Together on 7th September and start of rehearsals and auditions, all you need to do to come along is get in touch with the

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GOS Membership Secretary, Piers Plummer on membsec@godalmingoperatic.org or visit the website: www. godalmingoperatic.org.uk.

There are more excellent gigs coming up at The Three Lions Pub in Meadrow, Godalming during August. On Saturday 1st at 9pm they introduce The Wessex Pistols.

All the punk hits (and more) Hillbilly style. On Sunday 9th at 4pm, it’s Gavin & His Guitar Sunday Session; acoustic guitarist Gavin’s request afternoon. Then on Saturday 15th August at 9pm it’s The Salts. A co-operative of seasoned musicians creating what is fast becoming the most exciting and energetic folk concept of recent times. Put the dates in your diary and with some good pub nosh, have a great evening out.

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Let’s get out of here!

A teenager’s guide to things to do this summer by Charles Kershaw Summer is the longest holiday of the year, and for that reason it can often be the most boring one. If you’re like me, you’ve finished your GCSEs and spent the last two months doing next to nothing. So, I’ve compiled a bunch of activities and events going on this August to get you out of the house and to enjoy your last month of freedom before September.

Music Festivals

There are loads of music festivals going on in August, but some may have already sold out by the time you’ve read this article. If you are interested in any of the following, be sure to book as soon as possible to at least have the chance of getting a ticket.

V festival Virgin festival will be happening this year in two different locations at the same time – in both Chelmsford and Staffordshire. Headlining the festival will be Calvin Harris, Kasabian, Ellie Goulding, Stereophonics, Mark Ronson and more. This year there will be a new dance tent in which Oliver Heldens and Hannah Wants will headline. The festival will be between 22nd-23rd August. www.vfestival.com Reading Festival Another pair of festivals are the Reading and Leeds festivals. Both festivals are between 28th – 30th August, and headlining the festivals will be Mumford and Sons, Metallica, Alt J, Jamie T, Bastille, The Libertines, Kendrick Lamar, Palma Violets, the Maccabees, the Cribs and Charlie XCX. Tickets cost around £60, but with so many great artists performing it’s a bargain. www.readingfestival.com and www.leedsfestival.com

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Local Festivals There a lots of other smaller musical events going on in the area showcasing local music talent, including: Grills and Guitars will be performing on 7th August in the open air outside Farnham Maltings from 8.30pm and 10.30pm. The event is free but the barbecue is £8. www.farnhammaltings.com Frimley Lodge Live will be happening on August 8th and 9th in the Camberley Theatre, with 80s rock, reggae and a ‘Celebration of Swing’. www.camberleytheatre.biz Samfest will be held in Tongham Recreation Ground on 8th August, with acts mostly consisting of local upand-coming rock/indie rock bands. www.samfestmusicfestival.co.uk Check out your local pubs to see if they have any live music evenings. These tend to be free.

On the bandstand...

We are lucky to have two free summer long bandstand concerts in the area. Music in the Meadow in Farnham’s Gostrey meadow runs every Sunday from 3pm-5pm and music varies from rock to R ’n’ B, jazz, soul and swing. www.farnham.gov.uk/events/music-meadow-10 In Godalming, there is Music in the Park which also takes place every Sunday from 3pm-5pm. This magazine is sponsoring the concert on 9th August featuring the ever popular Cryin’ Out Loud. www.godalmingbandstand.co.uk vantagepointmag.co.uk

Local Attractions Here are some other things that you can do at any time this summer:

If you fancy becoming the next Lewis Hamilton, Daytona Sandown Go-Karting Park is in Esher just five minutes off the M25, with a 900m outside track. www.daytona.co.uk/venues/sandown

Get some friends together and annihilate them in a game of paintball at Delta Force Paintball in Cobham.

They have a number of game zones featuring blockbuster movie props, a five star safety record and competitively low prices. For teens entry costs £14.99 each with 100 paintballs per person. www.paintballgames.co.uk

Guildford Spectrum has a lot to offer. Practise your ice skating on the Olympic sized ice rink or watch the Guildford Flames ice hockey team or Guildford Heat on the basketball court. There are 32 10-pin bowling lanes which you can book to use with your mates as well as four swimming pools, including a Leisure Pool with slides and a wave machine, and a 25m competition pool. www.guildfordspectrum.co.uk

Practise your driving skills at Mercedes Benz World in Brooklands, Weybridge, either honing your on-road skills to ace your driving test or navigate water crossings and steep slopes in a 4x4 one hour off-road experience. http://bit.ly/1s6X8MX

Explore the Reigate Caves on 8th August from 10am4pm. Guided tours usually run every 20 minutes and no booking is necessary. It takes about three hours to fully explore all the caves and inside them you can discover the history of the now lost Reigate Castle. www. reigatecaves.com

Airhop has recently opened in Guildford, and is one of the first indoor trampoline parks in England. Besides the 50 interconnected trampolines in the jump-free zone, you can slam dunk like a pro basketball player with the help of a trampoline. Ever wanted to play trampoline dodgeball? Now you can, in Airhop’s trampoline dodgeball court. It also has a foam pit, where you can safely practise your stunts. One hour of jump time will cost you £11.50. An alternative venue is Gravity Force in Camberley. http://airhoptrampolinepark.com/index

Get your thrills at Thorpe Park, just outside of London in Chertsey, open from 10am to 7pm. The park boasts Stealth, the fastest accelerating and tallest launch rollercoaster in the UK, going from 0-80mph in 1.8 seconds. www.thorpepark.com Geocaching is something you can do all around Surrey and will also let you experience the joys of the countryside. It involves tracking down ‘caches’ containing items by using a GPS unit (or your phone) and clues to find the hidden treasures. Each ‘treasure’ is a container with a notepad and pen inside so that you can leave a message to other geocachers. Garmin are offering GPS units to borrow for this at Polesden Lacey, near Dorking. You can download the free Geocaching app from the Apple or android store to help find geocaches in your local area. www.nationaltrust.org.uk/article-1356393316965

London Attractions

There are so many things for young people to do in London. Here are a some things I thought were really worth travelling for:

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Secret Cinema returns for another year, re-enacting a different classic film: Star Wars’ The Empire Strikes Back. The event happens at a top secret location which ticket holders are escorted to secretly. Upon arriving there, they will find themselves immersed in the film – whether they are on the icy planet Hoth or the swamps of Dagobah. The event usually lasts about five hours and tickets cost £50 for children and teens – pricey, but seeing as last year’s venue was the size of several Tate Moderns I’m sure it’s worth it. www.secretcinema.org

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Above: London Rib Voyages. Top right: Zorbing. Right: The view from a London Helicopter

If you’re looking for something more fast-paced check out the UK’s longest indoor go-karting track at Capital Karts in north London, featuring an 80m straight where you can reach a speed of 45mph. www.capitalkarts.com You can speedboat along the Thames James-Bondstyle with London Rib Voyages if you want to see the iconic river at high speed. Starting from the London Eye there are on-board ‘comedian guides’ to help make the most of the experience. www.londonribvoyages.com For a birds–eye view of famous London landmarks, look no further than The London Helicopter, giving you three different choices of flight routes, each one taking you more than 1000ft into the air with incredible panoramic views. www.thelondonhelicopter.com Use your puzzle-solving skills and teamwork to escape the room at Escape Rooms, based on hit online game “Takagism”. Escape Rooms provides two different themed rooms, Pharaoh’s Chamber and Room 33, in which you solve hidden puzzles to get closer to unlocking the door to escape the room. Book soon as tickets are already running out. www.escaperooms.co.uk The O2 has lots to offer besides just the arena, from restaurants and bars, to Cineworld, Brooklyn Bowl, featuring 12 bowling lanes accompanied by the taste of fried chicken. For those unafraid of heights conquer the iconic roof with Up at The O2, where on a clear day you can see landmarks 15 miles away, or experience the bright lights of London with the Twilight expedition, the night-time version of Up at The 02. www.theo2.co.uk You can see how all your favourite BBC programmes are made with BBC guided tours, as well as being given the chance to make your own radio play, complete with music and sound effects. You’ll also have the chance to visit the studio which is home to ‘The One Show’ and

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have a go at reading the news yourself. The tours lasts about an hour and a half. www.bbc.co.uk/showsandtours/tours/bh_london See the latest films on the huge IMAX screen, the biggest cinema screen in Britain and very conveniently located near Waterloo station. www.bfi.org.uk/bfi-imax If you’ve never done it before, zorbing is a must. Created in New Zealand, it involves rolling down a hill in a huge inflatable ball, sometimes filled with 40 litres of water (Hydro Zorbing) and sometimes with you strapped in with a harness. Go Zorbing London, located within London’s M25, offers 3 rides for 2 people for £95. www.zorbing.co.uk On the cheaper side of things, you can get a cheap haircut at the Toni and Guy Academy in New Oxford Street, London or watch a real-life court drama at the Old Bailey. Viewing times are Monday to Friday from 9.55am to 12.40pm and from 1.55pm to 3.40pm. http://toniandguy.com/pages/article/210 If you’re under 16, Kids Week means that between August 1st and 31st you can go free to any participating London show when accompanied by an adult paying full price. www.kidsweek.co.uk If all else fails you can always find sanctuary with a DVD box set and a big pack of Pringles – there are some great bargains on eBay – Fresh Meat, Skins, Friends, Game of Thrones are sure to fill some hours…

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them strong. For more detail about any of their schemes email playandLeisureTeam@disability-challengers.org or call the Challengers Play and Leisure Team 01483 230 930. Of course they need to raise funds to carry out their work and as 5th August is National Playday. They are suggesting people choose a day in August and get a gang of friends and family together for an hour and try and raise £124 which will enable one child to play at Challengers for a whole day. I believe Playpacks are available so suggest you contact Challengers at 01483 230930.

There’s a Godalming Town History Walk on Saturday 8th August. If you missed the June walk this will repeat the stroll along the High Street and Bridge Street looking at the history of Godalming through its buildings. Meet at the Pepperpot at 2.30pm. No booking required, it’s free; just turn up. For further details please contact Pam Talbot, pamtalbot@clara.co.uk. In September there will be several walks as part of the Heritage Weekend. Do look out for the full programme which will be available soon.

On 9th August, VantagePoint magazine will be sponsoring the bandstand concert in the Phillips Memorial Park in Godalming. The band are the excellent Cryin’ Out Loud and it should be a lovely afternoon. The concert is from 3pm-5pm and free – simply turn up and enjoy great music in a quintessential

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There are lots of August events at RHS Garden Wisley, Woking GU23 6QB. One that might be of interest is Adventures in Wonderland which runs from now until 1st September from 10.30am12.30pm and 1.30pm4.30pm. Discover a world of wonder this summer and celebrate the 150th anniversary of Alice in Wonderland.

Follow the clues on the garden trail to lead you to Wonderland, run around the dodo on a caucus race, or try your hand at a game of flamingo croquet. Take your family along for a full day of fun every day of the holidays. Every weekend is special, too. Activities every day; visit www.rhs.org.uk/wisley for what’s on when.

(Some activities need to be booked.)

Farncombe Morning Townswomen’s Guild August meeting will be on Wednesday 12th August when it will be their Garden Party starting at 2.30pm and ending at 4pm. There will be cream teas and a chance to exchange news and talk about the Guild, and there will also be a bring and buy stall. They meet in the Church Room, St. John’s Church, Farncombe on the second Wednesday of each month at 10am-12 noon (except August!). If you would like to come and meet members, hear the talk and join them for tea, coffee and biscuits, you will be most welcome. There is a small fee. Their September meeting on Wednesday 9th September welcomes Mr.

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The Clockhouse in Chapel Lane, Milford is holding a jazz picnic on Sunday 23rd August from 12.30 to 4pm.

It will be held at Upper Ridgeway Farm Thursley GU8 6QR by kind permission of Mr and Mrs Pat Coles. Tickets £10 (under 16 free) bring your own picnic, food, drinks, table and chairs (and gazebo if you want). Unfortunately, no dogs. Entry to the Secret Garden by donation. Music supplied by the terrific jazz band ‘PG Stompers’. Tickets are available at The Clockhouse, call 01483 420668.

Should be a great day out.

Phillips who will talk and show slides of the Wey and Arun Canal and the restoring of ‘London’s Lost Route to the Sea’. If you would like more details about the Townswomen’s Guild, contact the secretary Jill Bird on 01483 860917.

Do your kids have a passion for dance, drama and singing? Are they keen to work backstage on sound and lighting design? If so, join Guildford Theatre School as they stage a musical adaptation of The Wizard of Oz at G Live. This consists of two summer courses, ideal for ages 8-18. From 17th – 29th August your children will learn new skills, make new friends and have fun as they work with professional theatre practitioners. They’ll learn the lines, tread the boards and master the dance routines of this family classic. The cost is £300. If your kids are keen to get hands-on experience of working backstage at a theatre, the technical course is just the ticket! From 24th – 29th August your children will work with a professional team to design the set, build the props, create the special effects, and operate the sound and lights for the Wizard of Oz performances.

This one week course is £120. The workshops culminate in performances of The Wizard of Oz on Friday 28th August at 7pm and Saturday 29th August at 2pm. Both shows will be open to friends, family and the general public, and will give students the chance to perform on G Live’s main stage!

The Fintry Trust in Brook, Godalming have, at the time of writing, just two non-residential places left on their retreat entitled ‘Sacred Marriage’ led by renowned speaker and author Anne Baring. The event runs from Friday 28th – Sunday 30th August. The non-residential price is £176, and includes a harp concert on the Saturday evening and all meals. The meals will be vegetarian and home cooked using produce from their garden where possible. There will be time to wander in the beautiful grounds and absorb the peaceful atmosphere of Fintry.

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tea, coffee and biscuits will be served. Prize Giving is at 4pm. Their next meeting is on Tuesday 22nd September at 8pm in Milford Village Hall when they will be joined

by Ray Broughton, from the Royal Horticultural Society, who will be talking about ‘Soft Fruit and New Varieties’.

All members and guests are very welcome to attend, tea, coffee and biscuits will be served and there will also be a raffle. Talks are free for members; non-members are very welcome, a fee of £1 is payable at the door. For more information on Milford Horticultural Society, their talks, visits and shows, visit www.milfordhortsociety. org.uk/ or contact Beth Otway Email: beth@otway. com, telephone 01483 420989.

Wings & Wheels are introducing a NEW second Stunt Zone to the Wheels Zone on Saturday 29th and Sunday 30th August. Visitors can expect some thrilling and unique entertainment throughout the day from the sensational ‘Savage Skills’ who are headlining the Zone with their Anti Gravity Show four times a day. Visitors can also enjoy the world famous Red Arrows, RAF Eurofighter Typhoon, RAF Eurofighter Typhoon and Spitfire (Synchro Pair), Vulcan, Chinook, The Blades and a host of other modern and historic aircraft during the five hour flying displays. For four and two wheeled fans, supercars and classic and vintage icons put on an awe inspiring display of power and speed on the Top Gear track in a two hour auto spectacular from Brooklands Museum. The show also includes over 25 fixed-price

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catering outlets, 2 bars, hospitality facilities, free on-site parking, public camping, lost children point, disabled access, informative show commentary, opportunities to meet the pilots, official show merchandise and grandstand seating. Tickets start from £22 for adults, £50 for a family (2 adults and 3 children aged 5 – 15yrs), £7 for children aged between 5 and 15yrs and under 5s are free. Hospitality packages start from £150 per person, weekend passes, grandstand tickets and camping are also available. For more information visit www.wingsandwheels.net or to book standard tickets call 0871 230 5572.

‘Barrelhouse 15’ is Elstead’s Beer and Cigar Box Guitar Festival. This August Bank Holiday, Saturday 29th August, will be the third such festival and is jointly hosted

by Elstead Sports Bar and Elstead Cricket Club at the Recreation Ground, Thursley Road, Elstead. The event is the main funding effort for the Elstead Pavilion at Elstead Cricket Club and has spin off benefits for the Peter Pan Pre-School, Elstead Football Club and the Sharks (the youth team). There will be a choice of 14 local ales and an all-day barbeque supplying burgers and hot dogs served from a large marquee adjacent to the Pavilion. A straw bale stage at the end of the marquee will be home for around twelve cigar box guitar bands that will provide entertainment from 2pm until 9pm. They will be followed by ‘The Mays Covers Band’ who will play from 9pm until midnight. Dust off those dancing shoes!

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Peaslake Fair takes place on Bank Holiday Monday, 31st August from 1pm to 4.30pm. The Peaslake Summer Fair celebrates the village and its rural life and has been an annual event for many years now, always eagerly looked forward to. The Alley Cats Jazz Band will be playing; you can sample and savour the sizzling BBQ or relax with delicious teas and cakes in the Hall; the ‘school field’ will be buzzing with fun events including a dog show, pony rides, a bucking bronco as well as all the usual favourite stalls; the centre of the village will be a hive of activity with the classic cars all lined up. The fair offers entertainment with a Punch & Judy show, a magician, bouncy castle and plenty of refreshments alfresco style, including Pimms, beer and cider Tents. The Fleur de Lys Morris side will also be performing. This year’s theme is the Celebrations as two of the village organisations - the Women’s Section of the Royal British Legion and Peaslake Community Council - reach milestone anniversaries this year. St. Mark’s Church will be open and there will be an exhibition of archive material on these two organisations history in The Old School Room next to the church.

Did you know there are two singing groups meeting in Godalming for Children and Young People – both are free to join? Music Kids is a fun-singing group for children from 5+ to teenagers. They meet on Fridays from 6 to 6.45pm during term-time at Godalming United Church. Dr. James Turner, their musical director, has lots of experience of working with children. You may

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have heard Music Kids performing at the Pepperpot or at a local Concert. Minor Chord is a close-harmony singing group for teenagers. They meet on Thursdays from 6 to 7pm, during term time at Godalming United Church. Sue Lampard, an experienced musician, is their Musical Director and trains the young people to sing in harmony, both a capella and with backing tracks. Both groups perform in concerts, at the Pepperpot, at garden parties, at the Godalming Bandstand, in elderly people’s homes and in church services. They aim to encourage young people to appreciate music as well as having fun.

If you know someone who would be interested in joining either singing group please ring Barbara on 01483 421268 or 07506 719046 or just turn up at Godalming United Church; you will be warmly welcomed.

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Yet still people make poor choices and grim stories of neglect and abuse make the headlines. Yet the situation is far from being all doom and gloom. Many people are far happier in good residential care than isolated at home.

Don’t think that a care home or nursing home is the only option. Ask for a local authority ‘community care assessment’ which is free of charge and might conclude that a nursing home isn’t required. Perhaps home care, with appropriate equipment and help, would be preferable.

In cases where you or your relative has a specific health condition, an essential source of advice is one of the specialist charities: for example, the Stroke Association, the Parkinson Disease Society, the Alzheimer’s Society, all of whom will be able to give pertinent advice on what to look for in residential and nursing care for this particular condition.

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Are there lots of activities for the residents?

There is nothing more depressing than a lounge full of bored and listless elderly people. One organised activity a day such as craft, exercise or singing is the minimum you should expect. Ask also about staff qualifications. Half of the home’s care assistants should have achieved the basic qualification of NVQ level. Ask how often the home employs agency staff. Finally, ask if it is possible to have a trial period of a few weeks before making a commitment.

Day to day Some crucial aspects of the homes you will only be able to grasp from a visit or visits.

Do the care home managers succeed in combining the benefits of hospital with a homely atmosphere? Would you find this establishment homely? Living a happy and engaged life is important whatever your age.

In the section of her website called Choosing and Living in a Care Home, campaigner for older people, Marion Shoard, says: “Clearly, the numbers and type of staff and their training is particularly important. Effective

care requires trained staff who have sufficient time to carry out their tasks properly and to chat to residents and help them feel at home.” She advises people to ask if they can visit several times, at different times of the day, to just sit quietly and observe the interaction between residents and staff.

You should be shown the room you are being offered, so ask: Is it quiet at night? Can you bring your own furniture? Can you have your own telephone? Write a list of questions and write down the answers. When you’ve seen several homes, it is easy to forget details.

Care in your own home Most of us would probably prefer to remain in our own homes, with an appropriate amount of help from visiting care and health professionals. In many cases, this will be a less expensive option than residential care.

One excellent website is www.myageingparent.com which has an entire section dealing with home care – health aspects and carer assessments, home safety, using technology such as alarms, skype and the internet for shopping, adaptations for the home and, of course, choosing a care agency.

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everyone. They welcome performers and crew of all ages (minimum age 9 years old). Rehearsals for ‘Jack and the Beanstalk’ begin at 7.30pm on Monday 7th September at the Chichester Hall, Witley so if you want to join in the fun just pop along. They’d love to see you there - Oh, yes they would!!

RHS Ambassador Mary Berry will open this year’s annual flower show at The Royal Horticultural Society Garden Wisley, in Surrey. The spectacular six-day flower festival (8th-13th September) offers visitors the chance to enjoy a profusion of plants and flowers, seek the best gardening advice and explore the garden in its late summer glory.

Watts Gallery is delighted to announce that Perdita Hunt, Director of Watts Gallery - Artists’ Village, has been awarded an Order of the British Empire in the Queen’s Birthday Honours list for her Services to the Arts. Perdita has been Director of Watts Gallery since 2004, when first appointed to lead the Hope project and is now leading the way for the recreation of the Artists’ Village with the restoration of Watts Studios and Limnerslease. Commenting Perdita said: “I am deeply grateful to receive this Honour on behalf of Watts Gallery –Artists’ Village and for Services to the Arts. I hope that in opening the Watts Studios later this year, the Artists Village will be enjoyed as a destination of national, if not international importance, by present

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Ewhurst Horticultural Society are holding their Autumn Show on Saturday 12th September in Ewhurst Village Hall. Open to the public at 2.30pm. For details see the website www.ewhursthortsoc.org.uk or contact the show secretary 01483 276713.

As part of the National Heritage Open Days Programme, Shackleford & Peper Harow Historical Walk takes place on Saturday 12th September. It’s a two mile, 1.5/2hour walk through two villages. It will take in two churches by eminent Victorian architects, Sir George Gilbert Scott and Augustin Pugin, a cricket pitch where one of the earliest matches was played and a railway station that never was! The walk is partly off road. Led by Shackleford Village Organisation, it starts at 11am at St Mary’s Church Shackleford - just turn up on the day.

Do you want a friendly social evening with reasonable bar prices and a low annual membership? - if so go and try the Compton Club situated close to the A3 in Compton Village just off the A3100. Regular events are held such as a recent Hoedown and Barbeque, a fashion show created attention and Bingo is held on regular Saturday evenings. A flower show is being held on the 12th September. You can pop in any evening after 7pm, meet new friends - have a natter or play snooker,

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THAILAND comes to milford The 10th Amazing Thailand Festival returns to Secretts at Milford Thailand returns to Milford this August Bank Holiday, when the 10th Amazing Thailand Festival takes place at Secretts Farm. The first festival was held in 1998 and is now a firm favourite on the summer events calendar. It takes place on Saturday 29th and Sunday 30th August from 11am to 6pm and on Monday 31st August from 11am to 8pm.

The Festival is presented by The Mudita Trust, a UK registered charity. Proceeds from the festival are used by the charity to help support the education of abused, distressed and underprivileged children from some of Thailand’s poorest areas, who may be otherwise exploited in the sex industry in the big cities and tourist spots.

The theme for this year’s festival is Songkran (Thai New Year).

Visitors will be sprinkled with water as they enter the festival, which will be full of colour and decorations, to symbolise the celebrations that take place in Thailand each April.

East meets west for three days, as the rolling landscape around the lakes at Secretts is transformed into a bustling Thai street market. Savour the aromas of oriental spices as Thai restaurants cook a mouth-watering choice of authentic Thai dishes.

Street stalls will be selling Thai silks, handicrafts, spices, jewellery, clothing, wood carvings and so much more! Visitors will be treated to glittering displays of Thai classical and folk dancing and a variety of live music. New for 2015 will be special Thai martial arts demonstrations from several Thai Boxing camps, to honour Nai Khanom Tom, the father of Muay Thai (Thai Boxing).

Relax with an ice cold Thai beer, a refreshing soft drink or maybe a cup of tea, as you soak up the atmosphere, the sights, sounds and smells of Thailand, The Land of Smiles.

On site travel companies will tempt you with offers and promotions available only at the festival, so it’s a great opportunity to think about a trip to Thailand. If you need to take a break - treat yourself to a relaxing Thai massage or spend moments of quiet reflexion with Buddhist monks.

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All the family are well catered for with fairground attractions and entertainment, farm animals and plenty of refreshments. There are craft workshops where children can paint Thai umbrellas and fans or make their very own flower float (krathong) to take part in the closing ceremony (Loy Krathong) on Bank Holiday Monday.

Loy Krathong is celebrated in Thailand each November. People float krathongs (flower floats) in rivers and lakes to symbolise the passing of the previous year’s sadness and to bring happiness for the future. Visitors can buy a krathong to join in with the ceremony and children can float their own creations made in the craft workshops.

Entry prices have been held again at £10 per adult with an accompanying child free! Family tickets (2 adults and up to 4 children) are £20 and OAP’s are £9. Babies and toddlers (up to 3 years) free! Don’t forget that each day the entry tickets are entered into a draw for the chance to win two return flights to Thailand!

If you are travelling by car there is plenty of free parking, skilfully marshalled by the Rotary Club of Godalming Woolsack. If you are planning to come by public transport there’s a free mini bus shuttle service from Milford Station. The festival site is near to several bus stops in Milford village. Whatever you are planning for your August Bank Holiday, make sure that a visit to The Amazing Thailand Festival is on your list of things to do. It‘s a wonderful day out for all the family!

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Heroes Band Concert at the Bandstand on the Phillips Memorial Grounds at 5pm. Organisers are hoping that many of the displays and activities will also be available to view on Sunday 13th September. The event is free but for more information visit www.waverley.gov.uk or call Waverley’s Community Arts Officer on 01483 523390.

Heritage Open Days in Godalming will be on September 12th and 13th this year. Godalming Trust promises that in addition to old favourites, at least two places to visit will be open for the first time. Most venues are not ticketed, but for those that are, tickets will be available from the Museum from 10am on Saturday August 15th.

Godalming Band will perform at a free concert to close a fantastic season of music on Godalming bandstand in the beautiful Phillips Memorial Park on Sunday 13th September between 3pm-5pm. There will be music for all, from popular tunes rearranged for brass band to classic works and marches. Note: do bring something to sit on, and refreshments are available. In bad weather, the concert will be held in the St Peter and St Paul Parish Church next to the park. More information at www.godalmingbandstand. co.uk and www.godalmingband.org.uk.

On Saturday 12th September, Waverley will be holding a special commemorative war event at the Burys Field in Godalming to explore how ordinary people living in the towns and villages of West Surrey handled the daily hardships of the First World War. This exciting event will bring together a host of local organisations to provide an outdoor interactive event for all the family.

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The Unattached Group (T-U-G) is enjoying a summer packed with events including a river trip, sailing day, BBQs, a visit to BBC London and their annual Summer Party, as well as the usual theatre trips, meals and social evenings. T-U-G is a Surrey/ Hampshire based group of about 80 single people who enjoy times together including a weekly pub meet and chat night. A variety of activities are currently being planned for late summer and the autumn. New members would be most welcome and information can be obtained at www.theunattachedgroup.co.uk or Maggie on 07855 008897.

Do you have any experience of accounting, preferably with some experience of the Charity Commission, and a few hours to spare each month? The League of Friends of Milford Hospital is desperate for someone to assist their treasurer who has been in the role for a very long time and needs some help. It’s not onerous; just a few hours a month plus committee meetings five times a year with a small friendly committee. The League promotes the hospital and raises funds to provide facilities and amenities for patients and staff that the NHS cannot provide. Milford Hospital is a small community elderly rehabilitation hospital, covering the Waverley and Guildford Districts and is much appreciated by inpatients and those who attend the Day Rehabilitation and Care Centre. It plays a vital part in unblocking beds at the Royal Surrey and also has an X-ray facility for local GP referrals. Check them out on www.milfordhospitalleagueoffriends.com. If you would like more information, please contact the treasurer, Malcolm Wilson, on 01483421419.

Whatever your voice or experience, Cranleigh Choral Society would like to invite you to come along and take part in their open rehearsal on Monday 14th September. You will be warmly welcomed, with no obligation to join the choir - although, if you like them, they hope you will! This term they will be joining forces with Cranleigh School Chamber Choir for a performance of carols and Christmas music, including Britten’s St Nicolas cantata on November 29th. There will be two further concerts this season: a programme of Haydn and Oliver Tarney in the spring and a Summer Concert in Cranleigh Village Hall. They are a very friendly non-auditioned local choir who strive for high standards under the musical direction of Marcus Pashley and Catherine Beddison.

Besides meeting every Monday to sing they organise social events like opera evenings and quizzes. For more information e-mail secretary@cranleighchoralsociety.org.uk Phone: 01483 273315, or visit their website www.cranleighchoralsociety.org. uk.

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Art classes commence at the spacious Shalford Village Hall on Wednesday 16th September and continue every Wednesday thereafter. Individual attention with all levels and media catered for. You will be able to improve your skills and benefit from helpful and constructive criticism. Further details from Veronica Dunce on 01483 893723.

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Simply take a snap of yourself, friends or family keeping fit, share it via Instagram using the #beactive hashtagbelong and you could be a winner.

You might share a photograph of yourself having a jog, your children playing catch or some friends enjoying a cycle. We are keen to see photos that inspire others, so try to be as adventurous as you can! Entry details and the #beactive photo gallery can be found on the competition website www.beactivebelong.co.uk.

Thanks to Charterhouse Club there are some brilliant fitness prizes up for grabs. By sharing your fitness photos you could be in line to win the star prize – a year’s membership for two adults and up to two children worth £1,200. Other prizes include a year’s junior membership, a climbing experience for up to six people, a tennis pass for one month, and so much more.

From 1st August through to 30th September 2015 staff at Charterhouse Club will be selecting their favourite photos from the #beactivebelong competition gallery.

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Cranleigh Decorative & Fine Arts Society invite you to join them for a Lecture by Dr Lois Oliver entitled Love and Loss: the Story of Orpheus and Eurydice in Arts and Music. The lecture will be held at Cranleigh Arts Centre on Wednesday 23rd September at 2pm and 7.30pm.

Cranleigh DFAS meets on the 4th Wednesday of each month (except August and December) at Cranleigh Arts Centre, to promote knowledge and appreciation of the arts through lectures and visits. Information about membership is available on their website: www. cranleighdfas.org. Guests are welcome. A voluntary donation of £5 is suggested.

Thinking of starting a business in Waverley? Looking to expand your business? Then why not attend a free ‘Ask the Expert’ event on Tuesday 29th September from 6pm–7.30pm at the Georgian House Hotel, High Street, Haslemere, GU27 2JY. To book your FREE place, visit the workshops and events page at www.enterprisefirst. co.uk. This event is jointly organised by Waverley Borough Council and Enterprise First. Experts will be on hand to give advice from their stands on many specialist subjects. A buffet, with drinks, will be available on arrival from 5.45pm. There will then be a brief welcome

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from the Mayor of Waverley, followed by plenty of time to browse the stands and ask questions.

How about trout for tea, fresh from the 5 acre lake known as Rowes Flashe in the picturesque setting of Winkworth Arboretum on the outskirts of Godalming.

This is a fly-fishing venue created in the Victorian era and retains that ‘olde worlde’ atmosphere of adventure so often missing from today’s more commercial trout fisheries. Whether you are fishing for triploid brown or rainbow trout, there are few thrills in angling that can equal the sight of a large trout homing in on a perfectly cast fly or feeling the savage tug of a hooked fish on a slow twitched nymph. You don’t have to travel far from home to enjoy fly-fishing afloat at its best and most enjoyable.

Fishing on this beautiful lake is by boat only. To find out more about the section known as The Winkworth Flyfishers visit www.godalmingangingsociety.co.uk and look at the Winkworth section under ‘our waters’ and ring the secretary Malcolm Richardson on 01483 422791 or 01483 423635 or email him on godalming. angling@gmail.com.

There is a folk music session every Monday at the Star in Church Street Godalming at 9pm and at the Harrow at Compton every Wednesday at 8.30pm, also every first and third Sunday at the Queen Victoria in Shalford starting at 8.30pm. Free just turn up. For more information phone Kevin Gorton on 01483 415962.

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Much to their delight, Silent Pool Rosé 2014 has been awarded a Gold medal in the English and Welsh Wine of the Year Competition.

It was one of only two rosés, and the only wine in Surrey to be awarded a gold award. There were only 19 golds in total amongst 327 entries. They also had a great result for their first sparkling wine, Albury Estate Premier Cuvée, which was awarded a Silver medal.

The results are testament to the great team at Albury including the vineyard manager, Alex Valsecchi, who our editor has met and is a passionate and charming exponent of the great art of viticulture and wine making.

Order some now before it’s all gone! Visit www. alburyvineyard.com for a list of stockists or even better, visit the vineyard and have a tour.

Café Mila opens in the evening At last, cafe Mila’s healthy, delicious food is now available in a trim bistro menu format; from 6.30pm on Friday evenings. Sample a small selection of wines (like the fabulous Silent Pool Rose, see above) and beers or bring your own (subject to corkage).

Booking is advisable. Tel: 01483 808569.

Pub of the Year The Three Lions in Farncombe has just been crowned Shepherd Neame Pub of the Year 2015. Sarah and Graham are absolutely thrilled to receive this award which is in recognition of the hard work put in to the pub by all of the team. Another reason for a visit!

Elstead Beer and Cigar Box Guitar Festival at Elstead Recreation Ground Saturday 29th August sees the third such festival.

Jointly hosted by Elstead Sports Bar and Elstead Cricket Club at the Recreation Ground, Thursley Road, Elstead. The event will be fund-raising for the Elstead Pavilion, Elstead Cricket Club and has spin off benefits for the Peter Pan Pre-School, Elstead Football Club and the Sharks (the youth team).

There will be a choice of 14 local ales and an all-day barbeque supplying burgers and hot dogs. They will be served from a large marquee adjacent to the pavilion.

A straw bale stage at the end of the marquee will be home for around 12 cigar box guitar bands (Joe Cribb, Strolling Tone, SoulCatcher, Jeremiah Longshanks and 3 Chords And A Lie, to name but a few) who will provide entertainment from 2pm until 9pm. They will be followed by ‘The Mays Covers Band’ who will play from 9pm until midnight. Dust off those dancing shoes!

Miss Maple We all know that maple syrup is a pancake’s best friend but did you know that it contains compounds such as minerals, vitamins and antioxidants?

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You can also cook with maple syrup and it’s just divine with porridge! Miss Maple’s exquisite range of products includes granulated maple sugar, maple butter, maple jelly, maple caramel and maple leaf sweets. All are available at Miss Maple’s online shop or from local stockists Cowdray Farm Shop in Midhurst and Café Mila in Godalming. www.missmaple.co.uk.

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Top tips for summer pet safety With another heatwave forecast, it is vital to ensure that our dogs and cats are properly cared for in the hot weather. We asked a couple of local vets for some hints and tips: 1. Provide plenty of clean fresh water for all pets in warmer weather.

2. Paddling pools or similar are good for cooling dogs if out side for long periods, an alternative could be a spray from a hose if the dog does not become too excited.

3. Vets have seen a lot of ticks on animals already this summer. If you find a tick on your pet, don’t apply any substances to the tick, simply use a specialist tick hook to remove it. Ticks can carry several diseases which could affect your pet, so it’s best to use a product that repels ticks to prevent them biting in the first place.

4. Never leave any pet in a car on warm days even for a few minutes (even with the windows open); the inside of a car can get to very high temperature in a short period.

5. Trim excess hair – get them groomed!

6. Keep an eye on your pet for any signs of heat exhaustion or sunstroke including excessive panting, drooling, convulsions, collapse and shock. If your pet shows any of these signs, get them out of the heat, shower them with cool (not cold) water, wrap them in wet towels and take them straight to the vet.

7. Do not over-exercise animals on hot days - take them out at the coolest parts of the day e.g. early morning/late evening.

8. Take special care with brachycephalic breeds i.e. bulldogs/ pugs/French bulldogs – these are prone to overheating .

9. Take water with you if going out for the day with your dog – if going to the beach it is important not to let your dog drink salt water as they can get salt intoxication.

10. It is useful to keep water in your car for emergencies but make sure you use a thermos flask in summer to keep the water cool.

11. Use sunscreen for animals with white fur. Common places to get sunburn are tips of ears in white cats, top of nose in dogs with white fur.

12. Dogs can burn their paws on hot pavements so walk them during the cooler times of the day. A good test is to hold the back of your hand on the pavement – if you can’t hold it there for 5 seconds or more it is too hot to walk your dog on.

13. If you are taking your dog to the beach, check tide times first. Not all dogs can naturally swim so they could quickly get out of their depth. The hot grains of sand and salt in the sea can also damage their paws so wash them thoroughly when you get home.

14. Grass seeds are common foreign bodies that can cause discomfort, particularly in ears and feet, which are picked up when exercising outside or on a walk.

Avoid walking in long grass during the peak summer months of June to August and check your dog’s paws after every walk for lurking grass seeds. Seek early veterinary advice if your dog starts licking its paw or has a small hole between its toes.

15. Try freezing your dog’s dinner into ice lollies by mixing their food with some water in a cup and putting it in the freezer for a couple of hours. Remove the cup before giving it to your dog.

16. Kennel cough is a separate vaccination for dogs. It isn’t always a requirement when your dog goes into kennels, but it is recommended.

Battersea Dogs and Cats Home has a Summer Proof Fun (SPF) guide on its website. It is a four-step process where pet owners can answer a series of questions to reveal their pet’s SPF score based on coat colour, coat type, length of the animal’s nose and age to determine either a low, medium or high susceptibility.

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Busbridge Lakes Busbridge Lakes Waterfowl and Gardens is a hidden jewel situated in a magical valley just 1.5 miles from Godalming. It is home to one of the largest collection of water birds in the country.

The bird collection is housed in an enclosed area of around 20 acres. There you can roam among many exotic varieties of birds from all over the world, some of which are endangered. The present owner, Fleur Douetil, started the collection in 1966 with a pair of Carolina Wood Ducks, just to look pretty and colourful on one of the lakes. From this small beginning, the collection has grown to include over 90 different species of waterfowl alone. In addition there are many different species of ornamental pheasant, peafowl, cranes, fancy bantams and other birds.

The lovely gardens date from the 18th century, with many mature specimen trees and shrubs. These form a magnificent background for the collection of rare, endangered and exotic birds. The gardens are designated as a heritage grade IIA and are renowned for the follies and grottoes including a Doric Temple and

Gothic Boathouse. There are lovely walks around the lakes that are shaded by old and rare trees.

The present house was formerly the coachhouse and stabling of the original Busbridge Hall and was thought to have been adapted by Lutyens around 1906. The name was originally a combination of ‘bush’ and ‘bridge’ as was originally used by the same family from 1297 (de Bursebrugge) to 1558 (Bustbrydge).

In addition to the ornamental fowl, the gardens are home to owls, kingfishers, herons and many smaller wild birds, including woodpeckers, nuthatches, treecreepers and all the usual garden birds. The lakes are full of giant pike and carp and the banks abound with dragonfly, butterfly, frogs and toads.

In 2015 Busbridge Lakes opened its doors for weddings and other receptions. Now couples can enjoy their special day with views from their marquee or tipi over the splendid Canal Lake.

Busbridge Lakes is only open for a few days each year (around Bank Holidays) due to its breeding programme and is next open from the 23rd-31st August. Special parties and schools can be booked on any day by arrangement. Birds are for sale throughout the year.

Admission charges are: Adults £8, Senior Citizens £6 and Children (3-13) £4.00 (debit and credit cards cannot be processed). There is a gift and home produce stall, and light refreshments are available (with a larger selection at weekends and Bank Holidays). Owing to the number of free-range birds, dogs are not permitted. It is situated on the Hambledon Road (off the B2130).

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During this year’s RHS Chelsea Flower Show, I caught up with the award-winning garden designer Chris Beardshaw to find out more about his Gold Medal winning garden, The Morgan Stanley Healthy Cities Garden.

Beth: What’s the most important message that you’d like to come from The Morgan Stanley Healthy Cities garden at this year’s RHS Chelsea Flower Show?

Chris Beardshaw: Well I think that the key thing really is the importance of quality green space in communities, and that’s very much what this garden represents. The initiative that this is a part of, the Morgan Stanley Healthy Cities initiative, is really all about trying to find out what’s working in a community and what’s lacking in a community. In this particular instance, with Poplar in East London, what became apparent was what was lacking was a quality designed green space that had elements of beauty, and floral beauty, and opportunities for people to grow their own fruits and vegetables, to play, roll around on the meadows, and interact with one another and with nature.

This particular garden is a small part of a much larger project. Immediately after the show is finished this garden will be taken to pieces, shipped over to Poplar in East London, where it will be recreated. It will be surrounded by a much larger series of gardens, which includes meadows, soft play areas, mounds of grass that children can roll down and make dens in, 40

We also want to try and reflect Poplar itself and the history of Poplar. As the name suggests, Poplar is derived from Poplar trees. The Poplar community is on the bend in the river Thames, just north of Canary Wharf. It was traditionally a wetland, and on that wetland there were Poplar trees growing: poplar, willows, alders, Acer campestre, which were coppiced. That’s the reason we’ve used these rather grand coppiced Acer campestres in the garden; it’s a reference to Poplar as it was before it was inhabited. The trees were coppiced, the coppiced wood was used in charcoal, and the charcoal was then used in industry, in the growing city of London.

The box hedging is a kind of version of a knot garden really.

We selected that for two reasons: the first is that many of the people who lived originally in and around Poplar worked in and around the docks in the East End of London. This is a project about binding communities together – and of course the obvious reference is, well, how do sailors bind ropes together? So we looked at how they bound ropes of different styles together.

They used a knot, one of the names for which was ‘Friendship knot’. This is a stylised version of the knot that we created in the edges here. They bind it together and it unites the two with ultimate strength. The second reason is that the community that we’ve been working with and talking to, who are the recipients of this garden, were very clear that one of the things that is most emboldening about communities is to create a space which is identifiably theirs – a sort of boundary, if you like, some sort of frame into which the community sits. And so the hedges also perform that function, restraining, binding and defining the community space.

Then of course you’ve got the herbaceous perennials, which are dancing around in the spaces created by the hedges. We deliberately selected a very eclectic mix of flowers, in terms of colours, textures, forms and geographic origins, to reflect the make up of our communities – the fact that our communities, particularly inner city communities, are incredibly diverse.

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B: I love that! The plants in your garden are exquisite, they are so healthy and are of such quality; have you worked with the independent nurseries who supplied the plants for your garden before?

CB: Yes. I was very keen this time around to go with nurseries who were quite eclectic and quite small scale. So for instance all of the Camassias you see growing in the garden were grown by one lady, who’s a Camassia enthusiast up in Yorkshire, who is looking to get a nursery together to house a national collection of Camassias at Hare Spring Cottage Plants. So they were grown right up in Yorkshire, in really quite hard conditions. We’ve also got a couple of ex-students of mine from Pershore College who now run Todd’s Botanics, Mark and Emma. They grew things like the irises and some of the floral plants like geums and so on. Then I worked with James Chichester down on the south coast to grow many of the remaining herbaceous perennials, and Hilliers Nurseries provided much of the foliage planting. So all sorts of sources to bring about this wide range of plant materials.

B: It’s great that you’ve been able to support and showcase a number of quality independent growers and nurseries at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show.

CB: I think the nursery industry should be supported; I enjoy working with growers who are really super-enthusiastic about the plants that they grow, so it isn’t just a product, it’s a lifestyle.

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I think that should be celebrated. What’s curious is when other designers have been walking around in the build-up to the show, they’ve all been coming along saying, “Where did you get your plants from? They’re not only great quality, but they’re in flower – mine are struggling to get into flower!” I think it is that attention to detail that a small nursery man or woman can afford on those plants that to me, makes the big difference.

B: Apart from your garden, which is your favourite garden at this year’s RHS Chelsea Flower Show?

CB: Dan Pearson’s. I think Dan is the designer and plantsman of his generation. I think he is an extraordinary character, wonderfully talented, fabulously modest about what he does, and he produces some sublime pieces of work. I haven’t inspected it closely but I’ve no doubt this one is as good as anything he’s ever done.

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You can find my full interview, information and photographs from this year’s RHS Chelsea Flower Show and gardening advice of what you can do in your garden or at your allotment this month at www.pumpkinbeth.com.

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Waverley’s community transport charity is in search of a new chairman to step into the driving seat to steer it through an exciting period of growth and development. Hoppa Community Transport runs a fleet of accessible minibuses across the borough for people who live in rurally isolated areas who cannot access public transport or have reduced mobility. The current chairman Andrew Carrington is stepping down after 11 years of devoted service to the organisation. Thanks to the organisation many in the local community benefit from greater independence and social interaction. The organisation needs a strong and charismatic individual who can think and operate strategically, helping the staff deliver a commercial strategy to fund their important charitable goal of ensuring that no one in the borough has to experience isolation. Many of their customers see them as a lifeline. If you think you can lead an organisation like this please get in contact with Hoppa Community Transport, Unit 8, Towergate Business Centre, Coopers Place, Combe Lane, Wormley, Surrey GU8 5SZ. Tel 01428 681701 Ockford-Godalming Afternoon WI group meets on the first Wednesday of each month at 2pm (with the exception of August when there is no meeting) at the Scout and Guide Headquarters, Seymour Road, off Eashing Lane. Godalming. As well as monthly meetings, outings and theatre trips are arranged throughout the year. Also local pub lunches, book reading evenings

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and regular craft sessions. The group always welcome newcomers; Contact the secretary on 01483 421433.

After celebrating a successful decade in business last year, Red Mist Leisure, the independently owned, Farnham based pub company started by two friends, Mark Williams and Mark Robson, is again raising a glass – this time to the £13,117.14 it has raised in the last six months for local charities. £5,266.54 was raised for Phyllis Tuckwell Hospice (close to its Wheatsheaf Pub & Grill on West Street in Farnham) and the Red Balloon Learner Centres. Another £610.93 was raised through setting up The Wheatsheaf Network, a local business networking group also held at the Wheatsheaf Pub & Grill. £5,500 was raised through CherryFest , the Duke Of Cambridge in Tilford’s legendary May Bank Holiday charity music festival, which is gaining somewhat of a cult status, with money being raised for Cherry Trees respite care home for children with severe learning and physical difficulties, based in East Clandon near one of the group’s other pubs, The Queen’s Head. For every pint of Red Mist Ale sold, 20 pence goes to each pub’s local charity. (The Wheatsheaf Pub & Grill, The Stag and The Exchequer - Phyllis Tuckwell, The Cock Inn - Help For Heroes, The Duke of Cambridge and The Queen’s Head - Cherry Trees). This initiative has raised £350 in May alone! Finally, the pub group has also donated nearly £1,800 to local fundraising events including school fayres and charity raffles. This really is a great example GODALMING 40 HIGH STREET GU7 1DY 01483 418020

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Brunching out Given people’s increasingly hectic lives, brunch is becoming a very popular meal, especially at weekends. After that stolen lie-in, a heavy duty shopping expedition or a morning ferrying children left, right and centre, what could be better than a mouth-watering mid-morning treat?

The word ‘brunch’ first appeared in print in an 1895 Hunter’s Weekly article. In ‘Brunch: A Plea’, British author Guy Beringer suggested an alternative to the heavy, post-church Sunday meals in favour of lighter fare served late in the morning. ‘’Brunch is cheerful, sociable and inciting,’’ Beringer says. ‘’It is talk-compelling. It puts you in a good temper, it makes you satisfied with yourself and your fellow beings, it sweeps away the worries and cobwebs of the week.’’

Our recipes come from CAU, who have recently launched a brunch menu which is currently which is available only at weekends. Visit www.caurestaurants.com to find out more.

Latin Eggs Ingredients 2 eggs Half an avocado 2 English muffins Hollandaise Chimmichurri Chimmichurri: 1 clove of garlic A handful of parsley 2 tbsp sherry vinegar ¼ spanish onion ½ red bell pepper 4 tbsp vegetable oil Pinch of salt 1 tsp Aji Mojido (or other chilli powder) Hollandaise: 3 egg yolks Drop of vinegar 30g unsalted butter Method: • Poach 2 eggs in boiling water with a dash of white wine vinegar • Gently toast the muffins and avocado until slightly coloured • Arrange the muffins on a plate, top with the avocado, followed by the eggs.

• Cover with hollandaise • Drizzle with chimmichurri

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Making the hollandaise: • Whisk egg yolks and vinegar together quickly in a bowl over a pan of boiling water (ideally with a hand whisk) • In a separate pan melt the butter • Once the eggs are beginning to stiffen slowly incorporate the melted butter into the egg mixture until desired consistency.

• Season to taste.

Making the chimmichuri: • Finely chop all ingredients and mix together. vantagepointmag.co.uk

FOOD Portobello Mushrooms on Toast Ingredients 5 sliced portabello mushrooms 1 shallot ½ clove garlic Knob of butter Double cream 1 tbsp crème fraîche 1 sprig thyme Handful of parsley Sourdough bread Serves 2/3 Method: • Peel the mushrooms (we recommend Portobello mushrooms for the great flavour) • Chop them into slices (approx 1cm wide) • Thinly slice the shallot and the garlic • Melt a knob of butter on a medium heat in a non-stick pan and gently fry the shallots and garlic • Add the mushrooms and toss together until they have

a lovely golden brown colour.

• Don’t over cook the mushrooms – add a glug of double cream until it bubbles and then take off the heat and stir in a tablespoon of crème fraiche.

• Finely chop the thyme leaves and parsley and add to the mushrooms.

• Serve the mushrooms on toasted sourdough – done!

Sweet Potato and Chorizo Hash Ingredients 1 sweet potato Olive oil Salt and pepper 75g chorizo 1 red pepper 1 red onion 1 red chilli 1 tbsp sherry vinegar 1 egg Serves 3/4 Method: • Put the whole sweet potato (pricked with a fork) in foil with a drizzle of olive oil, salt and pepper.

• Cook for 45-60 mins at 180c • Allow to cool (can be done in advance) • Cut the chorizo and whole red pepper (remove seeds) into chunks (approx 2cm) • Finely chop the red onion and red (de-seeded) chilli • Use a cast iron dish, and sauté together the red onions August 2015

and chilli in olive oil • Take skin off the sweet potato and cut into chunks • Add the chorizo, red pepper and sweet potato and cook until sizzling!

• Add the sherry vinegar, mix well and make a well in the middle to crack the egg in.

• Put in the oven for 4-6 mins depending on how runny you like the yolk!

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Classes in the basics of flower arranging are offered free to members of the Godalming Flower Club. So if you are interested in flower arranging but don’t know how to make a start and like meeting people and to have the opportunity to watch expert flower demonstrations go along and join them. They meet on the third Tuesday of the month at the Baptist Church in Queen Street, Godalming, and GU71BA. Arrive at 7pm for a 7.30pm start. For more information contact Linda on 07940 578425 or email lindatompkins42@gmaiol.com.

In June, a team of children, parents and staff at Barrow Hills School in Witley undertook a creative project to raise awareness of global poverty. The Year 8 pupils led a fundraising initiative to raise money for Techo, a charity, building emergency housing for families living in slums in South America. Fund raising enabled a house in the Dominican Republic to be built, a replica Techo house was also constructed in the grounds of Barrow Hills School and is the first Techo construction in the UK. The pupils’ aim was to involve the whole school community and to complete the build during just one day, which they accomplished on Saturday 13th. The day was hard work but lots of fun and it is hoped that future generations of Barrow Hills children will pick up the mantra and continue to fundraise to provide

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housing for disadvantaged families in other parts of the world. Founded in Chile in 1997, TECHO (which in Spanish means roof) is one of the largest NGO’s in Latin-America having to-date built more than 100,000 transitional houses with 700,000 volunteers.

For more information contact Felipe Correa, Development Director, TECHO Charity UK at Felipe.correa@techo.org.

Barrow Hills Preparatory School in Godalming Surrey is a co-educational preparatory school set in 33 acres of Surrey Hills countryside, educating children aged three to thirteen of all denominations and faiths. For more information visit: www.barrowhills.org.uk If you are over 55 why not pop in to The Denningberg Centre. There’s a lovely atmosphere not to mention great toasted cheese scones, lovely homemade cakes, light lunches including jacket potatoes etc! They also have Bingo afternoons once a month and a quiz afternoon now and again. They also provide hearing aid batteries and a chiropody service 2 days a week.

Opening times are Monday to Friday 9.30am to 3.30pm.

Saturday 9.30am to 1pm. Any queries please phone 01483 422027.

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A Wey with Wool Earlier this year the Alan Paine factory shop in Brighton Road closed, bringing to an end Godalming’s centuriesold involvement in the manufacture of woollen clothing.

As early as 1620 the town was described as “an auncyent clothing towne” where the inhabitants “of long tyme and beyond the memory of any man to the contrary have been principally ymployed in the making, dying, fulling and dressing of woollen cloth”. Following the invention of the stocking frame at the end of the 16th century, the town became known for framework knitting, which remained one of the principal industries of Godalming into the 1990s.

From 4th to 29th August this year Godalming Museum is celebrating the history of the town’s last great knitting manufacturer, Alan Paine Ltd (formerly W.F. Paine Ltd), a Godalming firm for over 80 years, with an exhibition ‘A Wey With Wool’ and accompanying children’s activities.

The exhibition provides an account of the business, from William Paine’s arrival in Godalming in 1907, to take over Pitcher’s premises in the High Street, through to the business that still produces Alan Paine knitwear today. It includes many photographs and memories kindly donated by people in Godalming and in Wales who worked for Alan Paine’s, which was one of the town’s biggest employers and opened its Welsh factory in the 1960s. Among the photographs on display will be one taken in 1942, showing the firm’s employees in Paine’s Brighton Road factory.

Gavin MacLachlan, museum volunteer, says “We’ve identified a number of the 90 or so people in the photograph and we hope that visitors to the exhibition will be able to assist in identifying the remaining unnamed employees”.

A number of former employees of Alan Paine’s have been interviewed over the last two years and excerpts of those interviews will be played during the exhibition. There will also be a short video made at the Riverside factory premises, where Sainsbury’s is today, showing the modern automated knitting machines of the 1970s in operation.

An old hand-frame knitting machine, dating from the late 19th century and used at W.F. Paine’s premises in Brighton Road (and perhaps even at his first premises in the High Street) was kindly donated to the museum a few years ago. It has been restored for the exhibition by Derek Barnes, an ex-employee of Alan Paine Ltd, and the museum hopes to provide a knitting demonstration on this machine at the open day.

The museum invites all ex-employees and those associated in any way with Paine’s to the opening of the exhibition, from 2pm – 5pm on Monday 3rd August at the Godalming Museum, 109a High Street.

Light refreshments will be provided.

The exhibition will be open to the general public from Tuesday 4th August through to Saturday 29th August. For children, there will be lots of wild and woolly summer holiday activities – puzzles, trails and a chance to try knitting and weaving.

Godalming Museum is at 109a High Street, opposite the Pepperpot. It is open Tuesday to Saturday, 10 am to 5 pm and entry is free. Tel: 01483 426 510, Web: www.godalmingmuseum.org.uk.

Images from left: The Riverside factory; Inside the Brighton Road factory in the 1940s. Courtesy of Glenys Crocker

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Kiddiwalks: Gunpowder at Chilworth A lovely walk that starts in peaceful woodland where only the bird song and the sound of running water breaks the silence. Amongst the trees will be found the stark remains of Chilworth’s old gunpowder mills, at one time the most important in England. Just imagine the scene as horses pulled wagons along wooden tramways, water rushed down leats to power the mills and 400 workers went about the business of making their deadly product. Youngsters will enjoy the challenge of climbing to St Martha’s church, high on the hills above, where the views are outstanding. The descent brings you to Chilworth Manor below where the way soon rejoins the woodland and cool waters of the Tillingbourne. Bring a picnic.

The walk 1. Follow a narrow path to the left of the infant school to reach a wooden bridge over a leat.

The path follows the course of a tramway where horses once pulled their loads of gunpowder to the railway in Chilworth and on your right by the bridge is a remaining part. Fork right and soon turn right and pass picnic tables in a clearing. Keep to the wide path through woodland and ignore a left fork by a mound of earth. Soon pass the remains of the mill buildings to reach an information board and a bridge.

2. Turn right over the bridge and cross a stile ahead of you to enter a field. Press on through a second and third field with more recent evidence of the gunpowder works through the trees on your left. After the path narrows and passes the rear of gardens, a road is met. Bear left over a bridge and continue along a tarmac drive with housing on your left and a lake on your right. This was the site of Postford Mill, originally a paper mill before changing to a flock mill. After its closure it became a fish farm before finally succumbing to housing. Continue along the drive and , when it bends sharply left, ignore a footpath ahead of you.

3. At the gateway to Millstream Cottage ignore a path on the right and fork left alongside the garden. Soon you are immersed in majestic beech woodland where you gradually gain height and leave the Tilling Bourne flowing between the trees below you before the path bends away from the stream and begins the climb in earnest. When an undulating field is seen to your left, keep right on the main path and when nearing the top of the hill ignore a right fork.

Soon reach a directional post by a clearing that is the haunt of green woodpeckers that feed on the anthills here.

4. Turn left along the rising sandy bridleway and keep ahead in 50 yards at a junction of tracks.

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way as you pass by a Downs Link path on your left. When the track divides, leave the bridleway and go ahead on a public footpath that will finally bring you to St Martha’s church and the end of the climb. Continue left around the wall of the graveyard to find welcoming seats that offer stunning views and a good excuse to rest awhile or have a picnic. Just the other side of the wall is the grave of one of WWII’s most charismatic leaders, Major General Bernard Freyberg VC who, although being English, commanded New Zealand troops. Other noteworthy graves include Sir George Edwards, a man who had his hand in many aircraft designs and later, as chairman of British Aircraft Corporation, ensured Concorde entered into service, and the actress Yvonne Arnaud, after whom Guildford’s theatre is named.

5. The return to the valley below begins on a downhill path directly in front of the seats. The path is steep and caution should be used. Remain on the path until it ends at a T-junction with a field beyond. Turn right to join the drive of Chilworth Manor and follow it leftwards to reach a road. Continue ahead along the road and after it passes over a second bridge turn immediately left on a path by a lodge gate that was once the entrance to the gunpowder mills. Continue ahead on the wide path where again you will detect the remains of the mills in the woodland. Finally cross a bridge over the leat on your right to rejoin the infant school and the end of this great circuit. vantagepointmag.co.uk

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Mills have occupied the Chilworth site since Domesday although they were most likely corn mills. Gunpowder came to Chilworth as early as 1580 and, by 1625, the East India Company operated them. Water provided the power source during the early days but in 1885, when the Chilworth Gunpowder Company was formed, power came from a stationary engine. During the 1890s, and the development of high explosives, the site expanded over the fields westwards.

Originally the gunpowder was carried by punt along the Tilling Bourne to the river Wey at Shalford where it was loaded onto barges for its journey to London. At the coming of the railway to Chilworth in 1888, the works’ international railway, operated by horse-drawn wagons, was extended to Chilworth Station. Two years after the end of WWI, the works became a part of Noble Industries but soon closed and Noble was swallowed up by ICI. DISTANCE: 3 miles OS MAPS: Explorer 145 Guildford & Farnham STARTING POINT: A248 roadside near Chilworth Infants School.

GETTING THERE: Chilworth is south of Guildford on the A248 between Shalford and Albury.

REFRESHMENTS: The Percy Arms, 75 Dorking Rd, Chilworth GU4 8NP. Tel: 01483 561765.

Top: The remains of the gunpowder mill (GrahamPics).

Above: Some of the old mill stones (Andrew Bowden).

TIME: Allow 2 hours, more if picnicking TERRAIN: Level apart from one stiff climb of 390 feet to St Martha’s church and a fairly steep descent.

Walk taken from Kiddiwalks in Surrey by David Weller, published by www.countrysidebooks.co.uk.

Neither the publisher nor the author can accept any responsibility for any changes, errors or omissions in this route. Diversion orders can be made and permissions withdrawn at any time.

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followed by a talk on a wide variety of subjects. Ladies are always welcome to join the meetings by invitation, and on visits such as that to the Historic Boatyard in Portsmouth which included the refurbished Mary Rose Museum, and to the Military Academy at Sandhurst. In August they will have a talk by Christopher Roberts, a former RAF pilot and instructor with the Red Arrows and in September, they have arranged for Jeremy Hunt to come and talk about current issues. Prospective members are invited to attend a meeting without obligation. The secretary will be pleased to arrange for you to meet a member in advance if you wish. For more details please contact Mike Thompson on 01483 428181 or email thmmic@btinternet.com.

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really are some terrific gigs and other events coming up.

The findings of the second community questionnaire can be seen online at www.cranleighnhp.org. The website also includes details about opportunities on how to contribute to the content of the Cranleigh neighbourhood plan.

Les Amitiés Françaises (Waverley) will start their new programme for 2015/16 on the 1st October at the Baptist Hall Godalming, at 7.30pm. As usual their talks will cover social and political history, culture and geography and will also include several social events celebrating French national days. Last year was very successful and ended with their AGM which included a lecture on Napoleon on the 200th anniversary of the battle of Waterloo. Talks are in French but the professional speakers take account of their English audiences. There will be eight lectures in all.

Programmes will be available in museums and libraries in August. The membership secretary can be contacted by email at johnpetty@which.net. Joining Les Amitiés Françaises is an enjoyable way to maintain your French, meet new people and learn more about the complex and fascinating country that is France.

A workshop took place last week to look at what should be included in the first draft of Cranleigh’s neighbourhood plan. The neighbourhood plan steering group and a small group of people spent time looking at the results of the first two community questionnaires, talking about possible solutions to the issues raised and discussing the objectives for the first draft of the plan.

The survey threw up quite a lot of interesting results. It was particularly interesting to read that around 50 per cent claim ‘never’ or ‘rarely’ to visit Cranleigh Arts Centre yet 77 per cent say a dedicated public entertainment The Haslemere Autumn Fair takes place at Grayswood facility is ‘important’ or ‘very important’. Actually if Village Hall on Saturday 3rd October from 10am-4pm.

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Hospice Care, Everywhere!

When you hear the word ‘hospice’ you may picture a building with rows of beds in it, maybe a few patients in wheelchairs, and probably very few smiles. Well, it’s time to throw away the old misconceptions, because our hospice care is nothing like that!

Phyllis Tuckwell has provided supportive and end-of-life care to patients and families affected by cancer, or another serious progressive illness, for over 35 years now. Many of our patients have been cared for in the beds which our In-Patient Unit (IPU) holds, but 85% of our care is actually given outside of the IPU, and 35% of those who are admitted to the IPU return home after having their pain controlled.

Most people will know that at Phyllis Tuckwell we offer medical and clinical care – and our doctors and nurses work hard to manage our patients’ symptoms and ease their pain – but this is not all we do. Working from the Hospice in Farnham and now also the Beacon Centre in Guildford, we provide a range of therapies, counselling, chaplaincy and social work advice, all of which help to improve the quality of life for those we care for. In fact, every day we support over 250 patients, relatives and carers, across the whole of West Surrey and part of North East Hampshire, an area of 550,000 residents.

Our occupational therapists and physiotherapists help patients to maintain their independence and cope with everyday tasks, and run sessions on subjects such as breathing techniques and managing fatigue. Working alongside them, our complementary therapists offer a range of treatments including massages, aromatherapy and acupuncture to help ease patients’ pain and aid relaxation.

Some of our patients come to weekly ‘Day Hospice’ sessions, where they can attend doctors’ appointments, access therapies, and meet with hospice social workers, counsellors and chaplains. These sessions, which are held in our new Dove Lounge, also offer a relaxed and social environment where patients can meet and get to know others who may be facing similar challenges August 2015

For those who prefer to remain at home in the last days of their life instead of coming to stay in the IPU, our Hospice Care At Home nurses are available to make home visits, and our therapists, counsellors and chaplains are also happy to visit patients and relatives in their own homes.

So throw away those old ideas of what a hospice looks like! Seeking care through Phyllis Tuckwell isn’t about giving up hope or hastening death, but rather a way to get the most appropriate care in the last phase of life… because every day is precious.

About Phyllis Tuckwell Phyllis Tuckwell provides supportive and end of life care for adult patients and families affected by cancer or other serious progressive illnesses (such as heart, lung or neurological disease) in west Surrey and north east Hampshire, an area of 550,000 residents.

Every day we support over 250 patients and relatives in their own homes, in the community, at the hospice in Farnham and at The Beacon Centre in Guildford, through a mix of medical care, nursing, therapies, counselling, social work and practical support.

The NHS/Government only covers 20% of our costs, which means we have to raise over £15,000 a day to be able to offer all our services, free of charge, to our patients and their families. We therefore rely heavily on the support and generosity of our local community.

Please visit our website to find out how you can help.

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English textile designs, stationery, artwork, linens, home décor, food, cards, books and vintage ware.

Please come by for tea, coffee and a scrumptious selection of home-baked treats, served in a gracious and relaxed style in the bright and cheery Grayswood Village Hall, Grayswood Road (A286), Surrey GU27 2DJ. Admission, which is £2, includes a cup of coffee or tea. The fair will be raising funds for the NSPCC. The Rural Life Centre’s next Car Boot Sale, at their museum in Tilford, will be on Sunday, 4th October, from 8am. Car boot pitch fee is £6, while entrance is free to buyers. Please note that, due to Weyfest, the September sale has been cancelled, making the October sale the last of the current season.

If you’ve got a head for heights and a heart for giving, then this is the challenge for you! Local Hospice Care charity Phyllis Tuckwell is holding a sponsored abseil down one of London’s newest landmarks – the Arcelormittal Orbit – and is looking for more participants to sign up. Standing at 376 feet, the Arcelormittal Orbit in London’s 2012 Olympic Park is the UK’s tallest sculpture, and rewards those at its summit with an incredible 20 mile view of the city’s skyline! The abseil will take place on Saturday 10th October - World Hospice and Palliative Care Day –and costs just £50 to register for, with a minimum sponsorship of £350. Every day we provide supportive and end of life care to over 250 patients and relatives who are facing cancer or another serious progressive illness. However, as the NHS/Government only covers 20% of our costs, we have to raise over £15,000 a day to be able to do this, and therefore rely heavily on the support and generosity of our local community. If you would like to register for this fantastic opportunity, or just want to find out more, visit www.pth.org.uk, call

01252 729446 or email fundraising@pth.org.uk. But be quick, as spaces are limited!

‘Talk’ is an organisation in Waverley that supports people with aphasia after stroke. Talk Groups organise weekly meetings in one of 5 locations including Guildford. The groups allow you to practise all aspects of conversation and helps rebuild confidence and self-esteem. They provide a friendly environment where you can have supported and social interaction. The Home Visiting Service offers the support of a Talk volunteer in your own home if you are unable to attend the Talk Group. If you would like to make a referral or indeed if you feel you would like to volunteer your services, do contact Susan Houston, talk coordinator on 01784 420371 or 07718 425953, email info@talksurrey.org.uk. More information at www.talksurrey.org.uk. Talk is supported by Waverley Borough Council and Surrey County Council.

Kelly’s Cross Country Challenge 2015 takes place on Sunday 18th October. Run or walk in the exclusive grounds of Loseley Park and at the same time raise money for a wonderful local charity! Half marathon, 10k & 5k challenging trail routes with panoramic views, all professionally organised, marshalled and chip timed plus a special children’s event means there is something for the whole family….including the dog!

100% of all money raised goes directly to Challengers, a local charity helping disabled children and young people across Surrey & Hants. For full information go to www.kellystore.org/guildford-2015.

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