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Clinics in Maidenhead & Cookham
Actively Promoting Health in the Community In a relaxed, friendly and jovial environment, the Active Health Clinics team of experienced and qualified practitioners provide treatment for a wide range of conditions, varying from physical to mental and social conditions.
The team go that extra mile by taking an active role in each patients health, providing advice and consultancy alongside treatments so that you may relax and be confident that your returning to optimum health and maintaining it is their goal as well as yours. The team of practitioners often combine treatments to reduce recovery time.
The following treatments are available at the clinic: Chiropractic – a safe and effective technique using manipulation to treat various musculoskeletal and neurological conditions including: • Acute, subacute & chronic low back pain • Acute, subacute & chronic neck pain • Cervicogenic headaches & migraines • Joint conditions Steve Mullan
BSc (hons.) Chiro.GCC & UCA Registered Covered by all major private health care providers
Jas Panesar BSc (hons.)
Sports and remedial massage – varying from light to deep massage, depending on the client’s preference and requirement. Effective for: • Muscle aches & pains • Sports injuries & recovery • Stress relief Stuart Peach
CHEK Practitioner, HLC, Dip FTST
Clare Agnew
Acupuncture – applying thin needles to specific points on the body to stimulate the body’s own healing response and balance the flow of Qi. Particularly effective for: • Musculoskeletal conditions • Gastrointestinal conditions • Pregnancy & fertility support • Cardiovascular & respiratory
Reflexology Hypnotherapy Reiki Hopi ear candles Acupressure Indian head massage
Alison McMahon
Clare Agnew
Homeopathy - Homeopathy is a very effective, clinically proven form of medicine that offers relief for a wide range of illness and disease. Effective for:
Nutritional therapy – identifies the source of your condition by assessing your diet and lifestyle and provides the support to correct your biochemical imbalances. Effective for:
• Allergies & asthma • Hormonal conditions • Aches, pains, inflammation • Skin Conditions • Digestive Disorders
BSc (Hons) Lic. Ac. BAcC registered
• Digestion • Fertility & pregnancy • Heart & lung conditions • Skin conditions Jill Barber
Dip ION BANT
Beauty Therapy – includes:
Rehabilitative therapy & personal training - Applying functional exercises to achieve the goal you desire, including:
• Jessica Luxury Manicures & Pedicures • Dermalogica treatments • Facials • Waxing
Elizabeth Courtis MCH RSHom Kay Willis LCPH CMA HypnoBirthing & HypnoFertility – eliminates blocks such as stress influence fertility whilst providing you with the tools to have a calm birth. Alison McMahon
Certified HypnoBirthing and HypnoFertility Therapist
Jo Theaker
Stuart Peach
CHEK Practitioner, HLC, Dip FTST
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• Injury rehabilitation • Weight loss • Increase muscle tone
Wellbeing treatments – includes:
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Summer Holidays are over and here we are in October with less than 100 days until Christmas and the nights closing in! Welcome to Clare Chambers, who will be writing the Beauty page from now on. Also, welcome to Health Matters, who will also be contributing articles about health and wellbeing, along with some great recipes form Adam Simmonds, Chef at Danesfield House, that are both nutritious and easy to make. Why not give it ago and let us know how you get along. We have a new “What’s going on in Maidenhead” section, so you can find out what is happening all on one page. Check out our fashion pages and see what the trends are for evening wear during the Winter months. Don’t forget we only showcase our local retailers so please tell them where you saw their advert. Did you get the chance to go to the Longridge open day? We did and for the first time ventured out on the river in a dragonboat! We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves and managed to get quite wet at the same time. My daughter also tried the climbing wall for the first time and managed to get three quarters of the way up. I was very impressed as I have a terrible fear of heights. A fantastic facility that should be enjoyed by all. In our travel section we have some last minute deals for those of you wishing to get away now the schools are back. Don’t forget to enter our competition on page 30. Our next issue will be December/January, so if you ‘d like to contribute or advertise in our next issue then give us a call. We are always happy to hear form you. Till next time and Happy Reading..........
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CONNECTING COMMUNITIES INANDAROUND MARLOW, COOKHAM and BOURNE END
Health
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Home
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Travel
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Fashion
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Business
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Horoscopes
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Community
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Out & About
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Market Place
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Useful Numbers
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The House that Jack Built 59/61 Marlow Bottom Marlow Bottom Bucks SL7 3NA 56 Place purpose built children’s nursery
For more information Visit www.thtjb-daynursery.co.uk call Claire on 01628 481601 or email info@thtjb-daynursery.co.uk Are you looking for exceptional childcare? The House that Jack Built (Day Nursery) Limited has just been awarded “Outstanding” at one of their nurseries and is amongst one of the few nursery chains to have an Early Years Professional within its dedicated team of staff. We strive to offer: A loving and homely environment where young babies feel safe and secure High quality childcare providing an environment of rich learning experiences Caring, committed and enthusiastic staff A strong partnership with parents Registered to care for children aged from 0 to 5 years Open 51 weeks of the year Monday to Friday Opening times are 7.30am – 6.30pm Breakfast, lunch and tea all provided and freshly prepared by our dedicated chef Are you looking for a career in childcare? please call us for more information and an informal chat
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Push the Boat out this Christmas
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re you one of the many company’s looking for a unique experience for your staff at Christmas?
Whether it’s a party of 150 or just 2 then French Brothers can cater for your every need. With Christmas fast approaching we are organising special events for smaller groups to join others at Runnymede boathouse in our Christmas joiner parties on various dates in December. Or if you are a larger company why not hire your own boat for a Christmas party package tailored especially for you. Here is one of the many satisfied customers account of their experience on the river.
‘We arrived at Windsor promenade full of Christmas cheer and were warmly greeted by a friendly crew and glass of delicious mulled wine. The boat was superbly decorated with festive decorations and lights it really did look great. With everyone on board we set of up the picturesque royal river Thames. As the sun was setting we were treated to a full 3 course meal with all the trimmings. I felt like I couldn’t move but the next stop was the dance floor. We hit the top deck and boogied to our hearts content to our very own dj playing all of our requests no matter how cheesy. With having a wonderful meal, a fully stocked bar and a lot of dancing the 4 hours soon whizzed by and we were back at Windsor promenade much to soon but we all agreed it was the best Christmas party we’ve had. I want to thank French brothers for being both professional and dedicated to our needs it’s not easy nowadays to find something that is unique and affordable, but this is certainly that. We will definitely be returning to French Brothers, infact we have already booked, and are really looking forward to it.”
For more details on how to book your private Christmas party or one of our joiners. Contact French Brothers on
01753 851900
and quote the reference ‘Along the Thames’. Alternatively email us on
01753 851900
info@frenchbrothers.co.uk or for more information go to our website
www.frenchbrothers.co.uk.
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Autumn Pear Crumble
Adam Simmonds,
Chef Danesfield House Hotel This crumble is perfect for this time of year to boost energy levels
INGREDIENTS: Pear Compote 6-8 Ripe Pears – (Williams variety) 100ml Water 6g Fructose 30g Chopped Walnut Crumble Topping 125g Ground Almonds 125g Rolled Oats 30g Flour 95g Butter, Firm 100g Fructose 30g Walnut Oil
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Place all the dry ingredients in a mixing bowl
2. Peel and quarter the pears. Remove the core and dice into 1cm pieces
2. Add the butter and rub in with your finger tips
3. Line a suitable size pan with tin foil
3. Add the walnut oil and continue to rub in
4. Put the pear dice and water inside the lined pan close the foil to create a parcel
4. Mixture should look quite fine but will clump together when squeezed between your fingers
5. Cook for approximately 25 minutes at 200ºc, this will depend on the ripeness of the pears
3. Cover with a good layer of the crumble topping 4. Place under a low grill until golden brown in colour
6. Cook at 160ºc for 10-12 minutes or light golden brown in colour 7.
Leave to cool
• You’ll notice that fructose has been used in place of table sugar (sucrose). Fructose is the sugar from fruit. It is sweeter than sucrose so you need less of it. It also breaks down more slowly into energy so will keep you going for longer. • Eating sources of protein and or fibre alongside sugary/sweet foods also slows down the release of energy into the blood stream. • Nuts are a great source of protein and of essential fats, whilst oats are a source of fibre and really filling. • Essential fats are also necessary for managing stress hormone production i.e. keeping stress in balance. • The walnuts and their oil in this recipe add a rich source of omegas 3 and omega 6 , both essential fats. • Altogether this is a healthy and energy giving dessert with a touch of style. Jenny Tschiesche,
You should be left with approx 500g of pear
8. Mix the pear with the walnuts and fructose 9. Fructose can be adjusted to suit personal tastes and will depend slightly on the quality and ripeness of the pears
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2. Place into ramekins
5. Line a baking tray with greaseproof paper and spread the crumble mix evenly on the top
6. Remove from the oven and leave to cool. The Pear should be tender at this point but should still retain a lightly firm bite, the water should have evaporated 7.
Warm the pear mix in a suitable size pan
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Boost your energy this Autumn Along the Thames and a new local company, Health Matters 360, will be bringing you a regular feature that looks at various health matters and what we can do to really make a difference. The good news is that by making small but powerful changes to your physical, nutritional and emotional state you can support yourself and create positive, sustainable health. The Health Matters team includes celebrity personal trainer Matt Pickett, local nutritional therapist Jenny Tschiesche and positive mind matters coach Sue Roberts. The team are also supported by Michelin star chef Adam Simmonds, of Danesfield House Hotel and Spa, who creates nutritional meals to help with specific health issues.
The 360 Team Mind Matters Adam Simmonds As Autumn takes hold and Winter creeps nearer, colder weather, shorter days, and less sunlight do have an impact on our health, so we need to support ourselves and avoid the energy dip that goes with that feeling that we want to hibernate until next Spring!
So how can we boost our energy levels? Nutritional Matters
Mind Matters
• Keep blood sugar in balance to keep energy levels even and avoid fatigue, hunger, irritability, depression. • Turn to warm foods such as soups and stew. • Eat little and often – every 3-4 hrs ideally • Drink lots of water – approx 2 litres a day • Avoid stimulants – coffee, tea, chocolate, alcohol, fizzy drinks • Eat good quality protein as part of every meal or snack • Increase fibre – oats, apples, pears and vegetables • Avoid refined carbohydrates - white bread/ pasta/rice and increase complex carbohydrates – wholegrains, fruit, vegetables
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Physical Matters
• Autumn is a great month to start something news such as learning something that you have always wanted to do • Join an adult education class • Prepare your garden for spring planting of vegetables • Learn a new sport • Do some charity/ voluntary work • set some goals now for the winter – decide to lose weight, get your career going, or have an autumn clear out. • Read an inspiring book or listen to uplifting music • take time out to really watch the season and enjoy nature at this beautiful time of year
• Wrap up warm and go for a brisk walk or a bike ride ( 30 mins +) • Set yourself 15 minutes worth of exercises that you can do • at home at least 3 times a week • Lunges/sit ups/ squats/step ups • Try a new class and test your fitness in new exciting ways • Set yourself a fitness goal for next Spring • What ever you do let go and enjoy it! “Its by taking an integrated approach to your health that combines physical, nutritional and mind matters, you can achieve great result sin the fastest time for sustainable health” says Sarah Morgan, founder of Health Matters 360
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What is Jazzercise? B
urn up to 600 calories in one fun and powerfully effective 60 minute total body workout.
Every Jazzercise group fitness class combines dance-based cardio with strength training and stretching, to sculpt, tone and lengthen muscles,for maximum fat burn. Choreographed to today’s hottest music, Jazzercise is a fusion of jazz dance, resistance training, Pilates, yoga, and kickboxing. Start dancing yourself fit and change the shape of your body today!
maintain current CPR certifications to enable us to look after you each time you come to a class. All instructors work with the latest professional sound equipment and are constantly evolving programmes to keep you up to speed and never bored. Expansion and moving JAZZERCISE forward is the key to success. Our determination, hard work and focus is aimed at you , the participants, to make sure you succeed with your goal for your own personal fitness.
It is important nowadays to incorporate a fitness programme into your daily lifestyle. Scientific studies have proven time and time again, the need to prove “I Can Succeed with Losing Weight and Tone Up”. Research has also shown us that Yoga, Kick-Boxing, Aerobics and Pilates are the four most popular, known and trusted exercise classes.
JAZZERCISE is now in Maidenhead so come and meet us and find out,first hand, how much fun effective exercise can be! The classes will be running at both Desborough School, and Furze Platt Senior School. Make this your new beginning for a healthy and fit way of living.
With this theory in mind, “JAZZERCISE”, (founded in 1969) has a vision to produce a dance fitness programme with the most effective routines. This includes the most essential ingredient, that of having a “Fun and Party” atmosphere, whilst achieving a successful format incorporating Yoga, Kick-Boxing, Aerobics and Pilates.
Bring our advert for a complimentary class plus an amazing special offer of 12 weeks of unlimited Jazzercise classes for only £29! For more information , please visit the websites: www.jazzmaidenhead.co.uk or www.jazzbucks.co.uk
Telephone: Marthese on 07708 27-55-27
All ages and fitness levels are welcome. We have a unique Customer Care High Priority Policy ensuring our Instructors are selected and put through a most rigorous training programme. After qualifying, Jazzercise insists that all Instructors continue to participate in internal training sessions and to
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You can find other Jazzercise classes in Marlow, Bisham, Bourne End, High Wycombe (Cressex, Holmer Green, Loudwater, Hazlemere, Totteridge), Hughenden Valley, Prestwood, Great Missenden, Beaconsfield, Holtspur, Amersham and Chalfont St Peter.
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Bring this leaflet with you to your first class and receive a 12 week pass for £29 (usually £84) and pay no joining fee (usually £12) saving you a massive £67 on our normal prices*.
* Offer only available to new customers, with this leaflet, and payment for your 12 week pass is required, by cash or cheque, before or immediately after your free class. Saving based on the cost of 1.5 x 8 week passes plus joining fee.
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Autumn Breaks Autumn is known for a bountiful supply of colourful leaves in the UK along with shorter days and cooler temperatures signalling the end to summer.
for £207.72 which includes flights and breakfast leaving from the East Midlands. Alcudiaholidays.org.uk is part of the Majorca Holiday Sites group which also runs puertopollensa.org.uk. A family run business these sites offer tourist information for both seasoned visitors to the island and first time travellers.
If you still haven’t had a holiday this year then autumn may also provide you with the perfect time to secure a late booking bargain. With schools now back and most people working this is the ideal time to jet off to sunnier climates or source a last minute deal in the UK. Puerto Alcudia,Majorca has a number of attractive holiday offerings. Just one hour from Palma airport, this popular resort claims to offer excellent value for money – and even more so out of season. Alcudia resort guide, provided by Alcudiaholidays. org.uk, has come up with a selection of some of the best deals in well-liked hotels and apartments in the resort.
Want to go further a field this autumn, then why not have a taste of the Big Apple? New York is a draw card for many people at any time of year, but autumn is truly the season to visit this well known US city. Stunning colours, the Thanks Giving parade and sales, combined with great flight and accommodation deals make it an attractive holiday option at this time of year.
Bellevue Apartments Europe’s largest all inclusive hotel offers excellent value for money for the entire family with deals in September starting at £321.91 per person for seven nights including flights from Stanstead. Jupiter Hotel Get four nights plus flights to the Jupiter hotel this September leaving from the East Midlands for £184.44 per person.
US airlines, Delta Air, fly non-stop services from both London Heathrow and Manchester to New York JFK and fares start at just £379 return including airport taxes.
Eden Hotel Scoop-up four night’s bed and breakfast to the Eden hotel
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New York hotels are plentiful and visitors are spoiled for choice when it comes to choosing their
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Big Apple accommodation. For a little luxury, stay at the legendary Waldorf Astoria hotel on Park Avenue which is available from £96 per person per night. Also outstanding value is the Radisson Lexington Hotel, in the heart of Manhattan’s fashionable East Side at which prices start at just £48 per person per night. To tailor make your ideal New York break with netflights.com and for further information including full terms and conditions see www.netflights.com, or call 0844 493 4944, or visit your local Thomas Cook or Going Places store. Terms and conditions apply and all prices are subject to availability. Accommodation prices are based on two adults sharing a twin or double room and are valid for stays throughout January and February 2011. If however you want to stay closer to home this autumn and still enjoy a little luxury then perhaps Bovey Castle is the place for you. Situated in the Dartmoor National Park, visitors can enjoy the dramatic and beautiful views of the Park along with the Championship Golf Course and Holistic Spa at Bovey Castle. There also an array of activities, including some for children, and a number of dining options. The Bovey Castle website features a number of special offerings see www.boveycastle.com for details and to make a booking. by Freelance Writer Harriet Subramanian
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Scrub up for Autumn Suffering from lack-lustre, dry skin after the summer holidays? Irritated by the patchy remnants of a bygone tan?
Along the Thames brings you our pick of the top five skin scrubs to ensure that your skin is buffed, glowing and polished to perfection this autumn. By Freelance Writer Clare Chambers
The Body Shop Vitamin E Cream Exfoliator
St Ives Invigorating Apricot Body Scrub £4.99 for 300ml
75ml - £7.50
Primarily a facial scrub, this Body Shop favourite has made the Along the Thames top five because it’s perfect for super sensitive areas of the body to stimulate the opening of pores preshaving. Furthermore, it is the ideal blend of smooth and soothing to use on the delicate décolletage area that can often harbour the remains of a previous tan and old makeup. Skin is visibly smoother, brighter and renewed.
Wonderfully fresh, fragrant and refreshing, this scrub has fairly large exfoliation beads so is probably best suited to those with less sensitive skin. Your skin is left feeling much smoother and more refined and with a temptingly low price tag, this scrub should surely grace the beauty cupboard for even the most frugal of ladies.
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Clinique Sparkle Skin Body Exfoliator
Dermalogica Exfoliating Body Scrub
As its name suggests, your skin will sparkle with radiance after using this fabulous Clinique scrub. A smooth gellike consistency infused with menthol, you’ll step out of the shower with super smooth and lustrous skin, tingling with minty freshness. It comes as no surprise to know that this product is a favourite with brides-to-be in the run up to their big day.
Creamy and luxurious, this product is perfect for sloughing away the rough surfaces of your elbows, the backs of your arms and even the tough areas around the bottom of your feet without being abrasive to even the most sensitive of skin. Using extracts of essential oils such as lavender, orange and rosemary, the results are incredibly smooth skin and refreshed and revitalized senses. A must-have item this autumn.
£16.00 for 2ooml
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£25.10 for 150g
www.dermalogica.com.
Liz Earle Energising Body Scrub
and show off enviably smooth and velvety skin. It smells absolutely divine too!
Bursting with vitamins and essential oils including Geranium, Pine and Peppermint, this is the perfect body scrub to take you into autumn. Uplifting, soothing and stimulating, this winning Liz Earle scrub will buff and nourish your whole body, urging you to banish the winter knits for just a little longer
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£12.25 for 200ml
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Business Mums Wanted*
No. 25 of Bourne End are specialists for Mother of the Bride/Groom, Ascot, Special Occasion and Cruise Wear. They are the largest stockists of Condici, Linea Raffaelli, Ann Balon and Paule Vasseur in the Thames Valley Region.
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Other labels include Coterie, Gold by Michael H, Mon Cherie, Michaela Louisa and many more.
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To compliment your outfit there are Leather shoes and Bags, Hats and Fascinators to Hire or Buy.
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To keep that classic look of Audrey Hepburn go for pearls, glamorous clutch and smart court shoes Tired of black? Add some bright accessories such as corsage or a brooch If you want to look contemporary choose one of the fashionable options such as asymmetric neckline Go for lace or satin fabric if you want to look extra glamorous and demure Remember: less is more: if you wear it short keep the top part simple
This shift dress is a key shape for Autumn/Winter. Swish Boutique, Marlow
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Lace embroided cotton top. Great addition to your wardrobe. Team up with black trousers - £119 - Swish Boutique, Marlow
GOING OUT GUIDE Whatever the occasion you must feel comfortable in the dress you are wearing. If you don’t it will show on your face and in your body language and spoil your evening Always find out what the dress code is to avoid disappointment. It is always better to be overdressed... Make sure that your dress is the right size and stick to simple shapes rather than anything fussy. There isn’t much fun spending all evening pulling down your hem or holding the train. For that special effect choose pieces in rich textures or go shimmery.
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Prepare, Plan and Profit As autumn is now upon us with misty mornings, leaves falling and night’s drawing shorter; what can we do in business to ensure grey days don’t interfere with our grey cells?!
it’s sorted it is almost Easter and an entire trading period can be lost! The net result can and often translates into radical changes, cost cutting and loss of business. So, what’s the ‘marketing mechanics’ to guide us through this process? A lot of this is simplistic planning and let me provide you with an example.
As a marketer, this is the time of year when where the kids are back at school, summer holidays are over and we try to focus on our work; we ‘liven up’ our clients with preparation and planning for 2011.
One of our clients is LJA Learning & Development based in Staines. We actually maintain a yearly plan with quarterly reviews; but as we get into October the focus is always on the last calendar quarter and New Year, with a solid plan to the end of March and a ‘skeleton’ plan for the coming year.
Of course we must focus on our everyday work and running of businesses, but proactive preparation and planning now, can steer and maintain a department, small business and organisation into a healthy and, hopefully, more profitable status for the coming year. October and November can be ‘prime’ months to ensure December is finalised in terms of any special events or offers for the Christmas season; and the first calendar quarter of 2011 is prepared and planned for. Apart from ‘High Street’ names we are all familiar with, I know far too many business owners, departments and organisations that come back from the Christmas and New Year break, and have not thought through how they are engaging with their current customers and how to obtain new ones! By the time
Firstly, we ensure we are maintaining and maximising our everyday marketing and sales activities e.g. ensuring existing customers receive service excellence, producing the bi-monthly newsletter, social media messaging and ongoing lead generation and PR. With this in hand, we can work through planning.
‘Informed knowledge’ helps to ensure your preparation and planning is adding value to your existing customerbase and creates the model to encourage new ones!
At the beginning of October, Christmas is sorted! Customer events, Christmas cards, any gifts are finalised and the Christmas and New Year newsletter is planned and just needs to come together.
The ‘name of the game’ is to ensure that as we return to our desks in the first week of January 2011, we actually and confidently know what the plan is and it’s just a matter of delivering, following up and ensuring profitable grow.
We review the year-to-date
Some final and vital points: 1. Make sure you track and record activity. If it works well, stick to it and ‘enhance’ your preparation and planning for each year. 2. Don’t run before you can walk. Be sensible in planning and ensure you can deliver and followup on each marketing and sales activity. 3. Do plan for ‘time out’! Everyone needs or should have a break, particularly at Christmas and New Year and over the summer; and we’re
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performance with retained customers, new customer activity, corporate messaging and quarterly themes to understand what has worked and what hasn’t. For example, during 2010, LJA set up a Twitter account to populate with thoughts, ideas, news and comments; and measure and monitor activity. Twitter can almost be your ‘online research and customer survey tool’ as well as your virtual word-of-mouth!
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human, so we become ill from time-to-time. Factor this into the planning for the end of the year and the coming year, and you’ll be amazed how this becomes manageable! 4. Talk to your customers – find out what they like and what they don’t like, and what they would like to see and receive from you in the coming year. 5. Congratulate yourself on your efforts! Good preparation and planning does reap rewards, and you’re entitled to enjoy the moment
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Welcome to the Thames Valley Business Women’s Group (TVBWG) Established in 1989 in High Wycombe, TVBWG is a successful business support, advice and networking forum for businesswomen to meet like-minded people, share ideas, advice & support, network, make friends and learn ways to expand and improve their business, as well as creating sales opportunities. Today, TVBWG has many long-standing members who not only work together but have become close friends too! We hold monthly meetings at the Chartered Institute of Marketing, Moor Hall, Cookham for interactive sessions, some with specialist speakers; and participants are encouraged to liaise, work and socialise together in-between meetings.
TVBWG Autumn & Winter Monthly Meetings 2010: Monday 11th October: ‘Maintaining Optimum Health in Business.’ An interactive and fun presentation by Dr Steve Mullan (Chiropractor) of Active Health Clinics, Maidenhead & Cookham.
Monday 8th November: Showcase and Networking evening for Members and guests.
Monday 6th December: Christmas Social. TVBWG monthly meetings are held at the Chartered Institute of Marketing, Moor Hall, Cookham with informal networking in the CIM bar from 6.30pm. Meetings start at 7.30pm with tea & coffee and biscuits, and attendees are encouraged to bring their business cards, leaflets, products and promotions/offers and network!
Non-members are welcome at a cost of £10 per meeting payable at the event. So, if you are a businesswoman, thinking of starting a business or a business manager, feel free to come along to the TVBWG and enjoy what the group has to offer. For full details, news, offers and contacts visit www.tvbwg.com or contact Nicky Guy, Chair at chair@tvbwg.com Follow TVBWG on Twitter, LinkedIn and Facebook.....
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Horoscopes Sun sign astrology gives a lighthearted overview for all 12 signs, but this is just a small part of the wonders of this ancient science and wisdom. Would you like to know more about yourself by understanding your very own cosmic map? Your astrology chart helps you become self aware and enables you to tune in to your highest potential. Find some answers to your questions around romance, career change, partnerships and business decisions. Whatever you face, astrological insight can help you look at things in a new light and with an entirely new perspective. Contact me now for a personal forecast. I can provide you with a framework for making more sense of your life by working with energising and productive planetary cycles. Gain insight on how to handle situations more effectively and turn challenges into positive experiences.
Swim with the cosmic tides rather than against them! Christine Chalklin Inspirational Astrologer and Life Coach www.RestyleYourLife.co.uk.. christine@RestyleYourLife.co.uk
Telephone: 07813 483549
GEMINI MAY 22 - JUNE 21 October brings a flurry of excitement in the health and work area of your chart. New career opportunities could now become apparent as Mars energises this sector. With Venus, the planet of beauty, now in Scorpio, you’ll also be looking at radical ways to change your appearance and improve your health. November: Stern Saturn is advancing in the area of your chart generally reserved for fun and games! Don’t let this dampen your plans, when used wisely, Saturn is essential for structure and new foundations. Creative projects may also seem stunted, but plan carefully and this could be your best time ever. CANCER JUNE 22 - JULY 22 Fun, games, romance and more fun is on the agenda for you during October! This should turn out to be a transformational month as you review your relationships and decide if they are going where you want them to or not. Creativity is also highlighted and your mind will be full of new and inspirational ideas. November: Motivational Mars is charging through the work and daily routine sector of your chart, causing you to re think and re-evaluate most of your plans. Your creativity is still at an all time high and the new moon on the 6th brings inspiration and innovation. It’s time for new projects and planning ahead.
ARIES MARCH 21 - APRIL 20 Finances loom large during October, Mars and Venus, both in Scorpio in the monetary area of your chart demand a review. Benevolent Jupiter comes into play with Mars on the 24th and this may turn out to be a very favoured day. Innovative ideas abound, so do keep your eyes open for new opportunities. November: Money matters continue to be key until after the new moon on the 6th, which falls in the financial area of your chart. Make sure all lose ends are tied up, get professional help if you need it. Prepare for energetic Mars bursting through Sagittarius, bringing a boost of confidence and a need to broaden your horizons.
LEO JULY 23 - AUGUST 23 There is plenty of activity on the home front for Lions during October. Venus is calling - what needs improving and how can you make it beautiful and Regal enough for yourself and your family? With Inspirational Mercury in creative Libra it shouldn’t be too hard to start up new projects. November: Expansive Jupiter and the Maverick planet Uranus have wandered back into the financial area of your chart. A total review may now be needed, are you making the best of your resources? Expect the unexpected and after Jupiter turns direct on the 19th a financial surprise could be coming your way!
TAURUS APRIL 21 - MAY 21 In October, the love planet Venus is in your opposite sign of Scorpio. She’s moving backwards from the 8th and you’ll need to scrutinise your resources and your relationships very carefully, what is not working and what has to go? The warrior planet Mars is also in Scorpio, there could be some radical change! November: Relationships of all kinds are in focus this month - big time! The New moon on the 6th in your opposite sign brings enlightenment and new beginnings and you’re ready for a change by now. Mars in your financial sector, urges you check out your resources do make sure everything is as it should be.
VIRGO AUGUST 24 - SEPTEMBER 22 October’s planetary aspects bring passion and depth to normally reserved Virgoans. Maverick planet Uranus and Expansive Jupiter are back in the relationship area of your chart, causing you to review your partnerships on all levels. Communication is on the agenda, but with a completely new angle. November: Home and family are on the agenda this month. Energetic Mars triggers this very personal area of your chart and may well stir up annoyance and confrontation. You may have to stand your ground and fight for your beliefs. With a Scorpio emphasis, communication should be direct and profound.
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LIBRA SEPTEMBER 23 - OCTOBER 23 Your birthday month brings your financial situation into the spotlight. Mars and Venus encourage deep introspection, but a lovely aspect with expansive and bountiful Jupiter could bring lots of good luck your way. The new moon in your sign on the 7th heralds the start of creative new projects. November: Communication and your career are both enjoying the spotlight this month. Motivational Mars is charging through optimistic Sagittarius, bringing exciting new ways of getting your message across. Saturn, now firmly established in your sign helps you to restructure and build new foundations, paving the way to success.
Celestial movements during October and November October becomes more passionate and intense
as the love planets Venus and Mars continue on through powerful Scorpio. Relationships come up for review with Uranus and Jupiter now moving backwards in romantic Pisces and delving into our needs and wants becomes increasingly important. Communicative Mercury rushes through harmonious Libra from the 4th to the 20th; this urges balanced thinking and encourages charming and diplomatic means of expression.
SCORPIO OCTOBER 24 - NOVEMBER 22 October starts with some fresh and invigorating energy. Mars, one of your planetary rulers, is now in your sign and along with Venus they will be firing you up for some exciting new ventures. You can expect your love life to be active and energetic, as bold impulses fire up the flames of romance! November: Your birthday month is full of excitement and with the love planet Venus still in your sign, steamy passionate romance could well be on the cards! Mars stirs up finances, and with maverick Uranus and bountiful Jupiter in optimistic aspect, there could be surprises and new opportunities on the work front.
The new moon in dark and mysterious Scorpio on the 6th of November urges us to delve into the unconscious. New moons are all about new beginnings and building new foundations. This profound energy will give us the determination to make the changes that are necessary for our positive development. The Sun, Venus and Mercury are also in powerful Scorpio and heighten our power to let go and to regenerate. Energetic Mars, the planet of energy and motivation, is in optimistic Sagittarius broader vision and fresh perspectives are the gifts to everyone this month.
SAGITTARIUS NOVEMBER 23 - DECEMBER 21 October turns your attention towards the demands in your personal life. Striking a balance between energy spent on work and energy spent on domestic matters is essential now. It is time to prioritise, expansive and optimistic Jupiter fires you up, but you do run the risk of overextending yourself. November: Jupiter your ruler has moved back into the domestic area of your chart. Uranus the planet of the unexpected is also close at hand and this could mean radical changes on the home front. Mars is in your sign, and restless energy will keep you on your toes as you plan for new adventures, in all areas of life
AQUARIUS JANUARY 21 - FEBRUARY 18 October continues the theme of finances and generally reviewing things. Your sense of achievement is heightened and it is a good time to develop new business plans and goals. With Mars and Venus at the top of your chart, it’s also time to focus on your standing in society and as a professional. November: Three planets in determined Scorpio at the top of your chart, give you an overwhelming sense of ambition this month. Your ruler, the unpredictable Uranus, is travelling close to expansive Jupiter and they have both returned to your financial sector. Expect surprises in this area - Jupiter is known to bring good fortune!
CAPRICORN DECEMBER 22 - JANUARY 20 In October your communication style is in the spotlight. A blast of personal energy comes your way as expansive Jupiter and unconventional Uranus return to imaginative Pisces. Showing your leadership skills is important now, but inspired with new confidence you’re at your most convincing. November: Saturn, your ruling planet, is at the highest point in your solar chart. Goals and ambitions are very much on your mind right now. Mars stirs up restless energy and brings great temptation to break out of lifeless aspects of your career. After the new moon on the 6th opportunities and new insights come your way.
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PISCES FEBRUARY 19 - MARCH 20 There is a flurry of excitement for Pisceans during October. Innovative Uranus is also back in your sign and the spotlight is on you. You want to shine, and with intuition and wisdom on your side it’s a good time to make new plans. Mars and Venus in powerful Scorpio open your mind to exciting and challenging ideas. November: Expansive Jupiter is now back in your sign, bringing optimism and hope to all areas of your life. Three planets in determined Scorpio heighten your sense of adventure, and with Mars in the far-reaching sign of Sagittarius, you could now be planning exciting new escapades and journeys into the unknown.
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Temple Golf Club Henley Road, Hurley, Berkshire, SL6 5LH
Temple offers a wide range of membership options:
• Full and Weekday • Flexible 10 • Intermediate (Ages 25 - 29) & Colt (19 - 24) • Corporate
• Associate (Pay as you Play) • Starter Membership • Junior (under 14 & 14 - 18) • Non-Golfing Social
Built on chalk Temple is an excellent autumn and winter golf venue with play to main greens in all but the very worst of ground conditions. Excellent value for money winter packages are available from 1 Nov - 31 Mar but please book early to avoid disappointment especially if you are interested in one of our renowned golf and festive lunch packages during December. With prices starting from as little as £30, you cannot afford not to visit Temple during the close season. For more information about membership, group packages or to book a round of golf, please contact us.
FOR MORE DETAILS:
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Tally Ho!
Join us for an informal gathering of like minded business professionals, while having a cup of coffee. Open to both men & women. NO FEE.
Escorted Horse Riding in Windsor Great Park Summer evening pub rides from May to September Special rates for mid week rides Gift vouchers available
Tel: 01628 824 795 Fax: 01628 828 119
Share ideas - exchange information - join our community
Marlow - Danesfield House on
2 hour rides - suits all abilities 13 years old + Fully licensed & insured BHS approved
14th October and 11th November from 9.30 - 11.30am
Maidenhead - Temple Golf Club on
Thousands of acres of beautiful park & woodland waiting to be discovered on horseback
21st October and 18th November from 9 - 11am
Telephone
Biscotti Christmas Party 7th December at Danesfield House
01344 893700
For more information or to join us on line visit
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www.businessbiscotti.co.uk
(24hr answerphone)
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Handling Birds of Prey and turn of speed. And, in the full day’s experience, take charge of your ‘own’ falcon and see how these beautiful birds hunt in the wild, making an afternoon walk to remember for a lifetime.
experience, made all the more special by the relationship which develops between bird and handler. Bringing the world of falconry to the public in this remarkable way is exhilarating and fascinating, a unique experience of a not-so bygone era.
For David and Tracey Hughes, a hobby and a lifetime’s love of animals and birds has turned into a rewarding and exciting enterprise, Hawkwalk, which allows their guests to experience the fascinating world of birds of prey, and a hands-on experience like no other. The enthusiasm for their venture, along with a keen understanding of the needs of the birds and the needs of the countryside mean that David and Tracey give a unique taste of a different way of life to their clients. David stresses that on the full day’s experience, his guests get really close to the birds, and, in the afternoon’s hunting, they are in charge of the birds: “I have my hands full with the dogs and the ferrets!” he says.
Whichever you choose, the unique experience is one which will take you back to a different and ancient past, a time of chivalry, tradition and affinity with nature. Gift Vouchers Available
For more information see www.hawkwalk.org or contact David on 07966 293894 or 01235 811912.
Touch and handle the Harris Hawks, Widget, the Barn Owl and Boo the Eagle Owl, and learn how to tie a falconer’s knot, whilst hearing about how the birds are trained, fed and kept fit and healthy. Watch them fly free and return to the fist, and wonder at their wingspan
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David and Tracey offer full and half day hands on The full day’s experience starting with an informal classroom talk, followed by a hands on handling and flying session and lunch at a local pub, and, in the afternoon, guests take charge of a trained hunting hawk, walking through local fields and woods. Or there’s a half day introduction, with the classroom talk followed by the hands-on opportunity to fly the birds to the fist.
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Young Musicians Take To Stage For Charity’s 21st Anniversary Concert Friday 29th October 2010,
Talented young musicians from Berkshire Maestros will be performing in a fundraising concert at Taplow Court near Maidenhead The event will celebrate the 21st anniversary of local charity People to Places (www.people2places.org.uk). Based in the Royal Borough of Windsor & Maidenhead, People to Places provides specialist accessible transport for people of all ages with disabilities and mobility problems.
The concert will feature a performance by over 100 young musicians from Berkshire Maestros’ (www.berkshiremaestros.org.uk) County Youth Orchestra and the Dawsons Berkshire Youth Brass Band and will be a joint fundraising effort for both organisations. Events like this provide a perfect opportunity to showcase some of the most advanced instrumentalists that Berkshire has to offer. In order to obtain a place in one of Maestros’ County Groups, young musicians need to have reached a very high standard of playing. A number of the young people taking part in this concert also play in various National Youth Orchestras of Great Britain. Peter Haley, General Manager of People to Places says: “People to Places is 21 years old and the concert is a celebration to match this achievement! We’re very pleased to be working together with Berkshire Maestros on what will prove to be a fantastic evening in the beautifully historic setting of Taplow Court. Our longevity has only been possible by all our many friends over the years and in this tradition, the evening is a perfect opportunity for the community to enjoy a wonderful evening of entertainment whilst contributing to these two great local charities.” Without doubt, this is a night not to be missed! Tickets for this concert are available from Berkshire Maestros priced £10 for adults and £5 concessions. A great value family ticket (2+2) is also available priced at £25. Donations from those unable to attend but wishing to support these worthwhile charities would be most welcome. Tickets available from: Berkshire Maestros via marketing@berkshiremaestros.org.uk / 0118 901 2354 Shopmobility Offices: Windsor (01753 622330) / Maidenhead (01628 543038)
WINDSOR CONTEMPORARY ART FAIR 13th -14th
November 2010 MORE TO SEE THAN EVER This years Theme “Art for you Some 120 leading UK and international artists, galleries, printmakers, photographers, sculptors and ceramicists will be exhibiting at the sixth annual Windsor Contemporary Art Fair, the largest event of its kind in the Thames Valley.
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The Horse Trust appeals for donations to cover £23,500 hay shortfall Buckinghamshire charity The Horse Trust is facing an additional bill of £23,575 for hay and haylage this year due to a shortfall in production and the rising cost of hay. Last year, The Horse Trust was able to produce the majority of hay and haylage it needed for the winter from its 200 acres of paddocks. But due to the dry weather conditions this year, it has only been able to produce around a third as much hay and haylage. As all farmers are in a similar situation, the cost of hay and haylage has risen dramatically. If the winter is as severe as last year, the charity estimates it will need to buy around 600 bales of hay and haylage to feed the horses at its sanctuary in Speen, Buckinghamshire over the winter. "This is a very worrying situation - we have never faced such a large shortfall," said Shirley Abbott, Yard Manager at The Horse Trust. "We have already had to tighten our belts due to the credit crunch, but are now facing a massive bill for hay over the winter. We hope the public will be able to help us by donating money or hay to help us feed the horses, ponies and donkeys at the sanctuary." To donate to the hay appeal, visit www.justgiving.com/ hayappeal or send a cheque to The Horse Trust. Donations of hay or money can also be made in person at the sanctuary. The Home of Rest for Horses is open every day of the week between 2 and 4pm.
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Maidenhead Produce Market on High Street visit www.maidenheadtownpartnership.org.uk or call 01628 796128
Farmers’ Market 10am -1pm Grove Road car park
October 9
Maidenhead Produce Market on High Street visit www.maidenheadtownpartnership.org.uk or call 01628 796128
Honey Bee Show on Maidenhead High Street see events page on www.maidenheadtownpartnership.org.uk
October 10 Farmers’ Market 10am-1pm Grove Road car park
October 21 Maidenhead Produce Market on High Street visit www.maidenheadtownpartnership. org.uk or call 01628 796128
October 30 Halloween events on High Street and Nicholsons Shopping Centre and Special Farmers’ Market on the High Street 9am - 4pm
November 4 Maidenhead Produce Market on High Street visit www.maidenheadtownpartnership. org.uk or call 01628 796128
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November 20 Art on the Street – Maidenhead Art market – more information at www.maidenheadartmarket.org
November 27 Maidenhead Christmas Lights switch on – www.maidenheadtownpartnership.org.uk
December 2 Maidenhead Produce Market on High Street visit www.maidenheadtownpartnership.org.uk or call 01628 796128
December 12 Reindeer and Friends on Maidenhead High Street & Farmers Market on Grove Road car park 10am – 1pm www.maidenheadtownpartnership.org.uk
December 16
Maidenhead United Football Club presents Fireworks and Fun
Maidenhead Produce Market on High Street visit www.maidenheadtownpartnership.org.uk or call 01628 796128
November 12/13
December 23
Italian Market on Maidenhead High Street 9am – 5pm
Special Christmas Farmers’ Market on the High Street – last chance to get your local produce before Christmas
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Kenton Theatre Sunday, 24th October 2p.m. ANDY & MIKE’S BIG BOX OF BANANAS!
CBeebies presenter Andy Day and Mike James bring their muchloved humour to this slapstick comedy show for 4-11 years-old (and their entire families)
Monday, 25th October 8pm Dr Mark Baldwin KEEPING SECRETS? THE STORY OF THE ENIGMA.
The Germans had entrusted their secrets to an ingenious ciphering machine. Its code was broken by a secret organisation-Bletchley Park. Come and found out how ?
Tuesday, 26th October 8p.m The Dorset Corset Theatre Company FRANKENSTEIN: THE YEAR WITHOUT A SUMMER. Drama set in May 1816 Mary and Percy Shelley travelled to Lake Geneva to stay with the infamous Lord Byron. Late at night by candlelight Mary is challenged to create a ghost story…….
Friday, 29th October 2p.m. SING-A-LONG-A-HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL 3
A screening of the classic film with subtitles on-screen so you can sing along to every word. YOU ARE THE STARS
Friday, 29th October 7.30p.m. SING-A-LONG-A-ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW (12) The Campest Cult Classic of all time gets the Singalonga
treatment it’s been SCREAMING for. If you’ve done The Time Warp before, you will have never done it quite like this. Fancy dress is not obligatory but highly recommended. Tickets £15.
Friday, 5th November 8p.m. JEREMY HARDY SHOW 2010.
Stand up comedy from Jeremy best known for his work on radio 4, notably I’m Sorry I Haven’t a Clue and Speaks to the Nation.
Sunday, 28th November 3p.m. HOW THE KOALA LEARNT TO HUG.
This is a charming new musical adapted from Steven Lee’s favourite book of short stories about the magic of family and, of course, the importance of a nice warm hug!
Wednesday, 22nd to Sunday, 26th December Blackeyed Theatre Company BEAUTY AND THE BEAST Wednesday and Thursday 2p.m. & 7p.m, Friday (Christmas Eve) 1p.m. & 5p.m. Sunday (Boxing Day) 2p.m.
From the Company that brought you last year’s hit Christmas show. This production is chocked full of fantastic, original music, exquisite storytelling and join-in action. a sparkling family show suitable for ‘beauties’ and ‘beasts’ young and old. Please mention Along the Thames Magazine when booking. FOR DETails OF our autumn/winter PROGRAMME please contact box office or visit our website
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Kenton Secured! On Friday 20 August 2010, the long term future of the Kenton theatre was secured when the Board of Trustees purchased the freehold of the Kenton Theatre through funds raised locally and an interest free loan from a local company.. The fourth oldest working theatre in the country, housed in a Grade II listed building and staffed almost entirely by volunteers is still accepting donations towards the KENTON for KEEPS Campaign in order to repay the loan. Kenton Theatre Chairman, Alan Pontin said “The Kenton is one of the town's most cherished cultural assets which will be available for our future generations to act, sing, support and enjoy for decades to come. As Trustees we are merely custodians and we have done our best to make sure we pass The Theatre on to future generations. My board of trustees and I would like to take this opportunity to thank the community for their outstanding support and the Municipal Charities for their professional and supportive resolution." Wendy Bowsher, Managing Director of The Kenton comments, "I am very proud to have played my part in securing the future of The Kenton Theatre. It has been a tall order to raise £350,000 in just six months especially during tough economic times but as a community we did it. I thank the Kenton Team and our many volunteers for their hard work and dedication in running the Kenton and assisting in achieving the freehold purchase.” As previous lease holders the Kenton Theatre have been restricted in improving The Theatre facilities and services, due to the constraints of not owning the freehold. “It will now be possible to start reviewing the services and facilities we offer to meet the needs of our patrons and users” said Alan Pontin, Chairman of the Board of Trustees. The largest programme of events is being offered through Autumn/Winter season in the entire history of the Theatre. Wendy Bowsher, Managing Director of the Kenton Theatre said “We have balanced the programme with series of Lectures, plays, musicals, comedians, new works, a programme for children, music and shows supporting charities.” She went on to say “During the Kenton for Keeps campaign the Trustees said it was the wish to secure the Kenton Theatre for all generations to come. What better way than to open the season with the National Youth Jazz Orchestra who have, for over forty years, been giving young people the opportunity to play and perform, going on to become leading jazz musicians. Here’s to a great season and the future success of the Kenton Theatre, we look forward to seeing you at the Kenton very soon.”
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Out & About Thames Valley Business Womens Group 11th October, 7.30pm Moor Hall, Cookham See Advert for more details
Business Biscotti Networking 14th October 9.30-11.30am Danesfield House, Marlow www.businessbiscotti.co.uk
Haydn’s Nelson Mass 16th October, 5pm to sing, 8pm to listen
Thames Valley Business Womens Group Showcase & Networking for members & guests 8th November, 7.30pm Moor Hall, Cookham See Advert for more details
Business Biscotti Networking 11th November 9.30-11.30am
Danesfield House, Marlow www.businessbiscotti.co.uk
Holy Trinity Church, Cookham Stuart@cripps9.freeserve.co.uk or 472100, Raising funds for Thames HospiceCare
Cookham Christmas Fayre
Business Biscotti Networking 21st October 9. - 11am
Business Biscotti Networking 18th November 9.-11am
Temple Golf Club, Hurley www.businessbiscotti.co.uk
Jazz Festival
23rd October. 11am - late Crowne Plaza Hotel, Marlow www.crowneplazamarlow.co.uk
Amnesty International annual Quiz evening
29th October. 7.30 for 7.45pm Pinder Hall, Lower Cookham Rd, Cookham,Tickets £10, Call Liz 525130 or liz@cookham.com
Berkshire Maestros for People To Places
29th October, See Community pages for more information.
British Summer Time Ends/Halloweenl 31st October
Guy Fawkes, 5th November Longridge Fireworks & end of season party
6th November www.longridge-uk.org/events
Cookham Scouts Bonfire Nightl
6th November, 6.30pm Formosa Meadow, Mill Lane, Cookham. Tickets £5 in advance, £6 on gate
13th November, 11 - 4.30pm Moor Hall, Cookham
Temple Golf Club, Hurley www.businessbiscotti.co.uk
IOSH Working Safely Course 18th November, Cedar House see advert in this issue
Elizabeth House Wine Tasting 19th November Cookham Dean Village Hall
The Country Wife by the Marlow Players
24th - 27th November - See Advert in this issue for details
FOR MORE INFORMATION ON EVENTS AT Longridge in Marlow t: 483252 e:bookings@longridge-uk.org Thames Hospice Care t: 08456 128812 w: wwwthameshospicecare. org.uk WAMDSAD t: 627 690 w: www.wamdsad.co.uk Maidenhead Camera Club meet every Tuesday, Cox Green Community Centre, 630861 Maidenhead Archaeology society t: 630 839 meet last Wednesday of the month, WRVS (King George VI Club), M’head Marlow Antique bric-a-brac fair meets on 1st Saturday of the month at Liston Hall from 9-4pm
Christmas Holistic, Mystic & Craft Fair
Visit www.rbwm.gov.uk/ events for detals of events inandaround Maidenehad
Christmas Market
The Farmers Market, in Maidenhead Grove Street Car Park 2nd Sunday of the month
27th November, Liston Hall 28th November, Crowne Plaza Hotel, Marlow www.crowneplazamarlow.co.uk
Marlow Late Night Shopping 2nd December. Visit information centre for details
See Page 25 for a list of events in and around Maidenhead High Street
Stanley Spencer Gallery April - 31st October Open Daily 10.30am - 5.30pm
Wooburn Festival
From 21st September to 24th October, www.wooburn.com
Winter Wonderland
19th November - 4th January Hyde Park, London
If you would like your event advertised 887107 or e: info@AlongTheThames.co.uk www.AlongTheThames.co.uk contact 01628771 27 419 / 07711 e:info@AlongTheThames.co.uk
Market Place Advertise in the Market Place:
An essential guide to Services in your local area. Box Advertising: £105 for 3 issues (6 months). Directory Listing: £10 an issue or £55 for the year. Call us on 01628 771419 / 07711 887107 or email info@alongthethames.co.uk
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Starlite Tarot Services Angel / Tarot Readings Past Life Regressions
By Appointment only
Tarot Parties & Corporate Bookings Available
Jo’anna Leah
07898 230000 01628 780470 daviesjoanna@yahoo.co.uk www.starlitetarot.com The Conservatory Maintenance Company
01628 666678 07747 025249
All Types of conservatories repaired & replaced Conservatory polycarbonates upgraded Timber conservatories repaired
Hitcham Dairy Ice-Cream is made with
New roofs for timber conservatories
fresh milk from our own cows, free-range eggs, fresh cream and natural flavourings.
New conservatories designed & installed
Ice cream cakes, farm eggs, homemade cakes and preserves also available at our Farm Shop
Full professional cleaning service
Call 0845 5433 736
Hitcham House Farm, Lent Rise Road, Burnham, Bucks. SL1 7AE
or visit us at
www.hitchamdairyicecream.com
www.theconservatorymaintenancecompany.co.uk
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Liquid Nails Mobile Nail Technician (Maidenhead & Marlow)
NEW Minx Nails Manicures, Pedicures & Nail Extensions
Call Kim on
07595 380083 E:kim@liquidnails.co.uk
1stSuccess Hypnotherapy & NLP Fears Phobias Weight Control Confidence Stop Smoking
Jo’anna Davies DHP/MASC DIP Tel: 01628 780470 07898 230000
www.1stsuccess.com
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Useful Numbers MAIDENHEAD- CLUBS
RBWM - COUNCIL
Rotary Club of Maidenhead The Maidenhead Players Maidenhead Drama Guild Maidehead Operatic Society Maidenhead Musical Comedy Society Grimm Plyaers Miadnhead Concert Band Maidenhead Folk Club Tuesday Singers Athletics Maidenhead & Bray CC Norht Maidenehad Cricket Club Rugby Hockey Desborough Bowls Club Rowing WAMDSAD Maidenhead LTA Thames Valley Cycling Club East Berks Badminton Maidenhead Camera Club
506000 07879 476301 635017 671589 07813979894 820429 624514 448268 629012 522797 07989 579899 624137 629663 622669 629403 622664 627690 www.mltc.co.uk 638984 636283 630861
STOCKISTS - from Pages 16/17
Bus Services CIS Council Tax Library - Cox Green Library - Holyport Container Library - Maidenhead Recycling Police Trains Town Hall Youth & Community Centre HOSPITALS St Mark’s Hospital NHS Direct St Johns Ambulance
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Thames Valley Adventure Playground
628599
Scarlett Monroe t: 488 661 w:www.scarlettmonroe.com a: 11 High Street, Marlow No25 of Bourne End t: 528 877 w: www.no25ofbourneend.co.uk a: 22-27 The Parade, Bourne End
Swish Boutique t: 476 467 w:www.swishboutique.co.uk a:5 Liston Court, Marlow
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