MARCH 2019 ISSUU 136

Month: March 2019 Issue No: 136 Independent monthly community news and business directory for KT5 & KT6

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Happy Mothers’ Day Inside this issue: * Advice on building extensions * Pet Smile Month * Sir Edward Davey on a greener Surbiton * Recipes * Articles and quizzes

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Hello Readers,

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s I write this message, at this point, trying to guess what the weather will be on a daily basis, is something of a lottery!! Will it snow, will the temperature drop below zero, or is the sun going to shine down weakly? Who knows?

Even the forecasters appear to hedge their bets!

The garden is looking quite miserable, and the bird feeders are being emptied almost daily, so the birds are hungry. Did you do the Big Birdwatch? It was interesting trying to count the visitors to the garden. At least they brought some interest to the garden!

March sees us celebrate St David’s Day and St Patrick’s Day as well as Pancake Day, so I hope the cover gives you some inspiration. We also have the opportunity to thank Mums, Mothers, Grandmothers on Mothers’ Day at the end of the month.

That’s also the time to remember to put the clocks forward for the start of British Summer Time, so don’t forget!

Best wishes,

Karen

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Saving flexibility Cash ISAs offer considerable flexibility, with some providers allowing you to withdraw money and pay it back during the same tax year without losing any of your ISA allowance. This allowance, currently £20,000 (tax year 2019/20),¹ can also be spread across a cash ISA and a stocks and shares ISA in the same tax year.

Cash ISAs – still worth it?

As we come to the end of the financial year, you may be wondering if it’s still worthwhile opening a cash ISA, and whether this tax-free savings account offers the significant benefits it once did.

Here are a few reasons to give cash ISAs another chance. You may decide to think again about this useful savings product and the possible long-term benefits for yourself and your family.

First of all, however, let’s look briefly at the Personal Savings Allowance (PSA) to find out what it is and the impact it’s having on savers in the UK.

What is the Personal Savings Allowance?

The Personal Savings Allowance was introduced by the government in 2016, and allows you to earn £1,000 of savings interest tax-free. If you’re a higher rate taxpayer the limit is £500, with additional rate taxpayers being ineligible for this tax-free allowance.

You’d need a healthy savings pot to breach your PSA limit but of course that’s not impossible.

Also, where previously an ISA was the only savings product

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offering tax-free interest, you can now use a number of different accounts, some of which offer much higher interest rates than an ISA.

Cash ISAs can offer a safe haven for your savings in the long-term But the key here is that if you are likely to go over your PSA, cash ISA interest doesn’t count towards that limit, so you can earn it tax-free and still have your full £1,000 (or £500) PSA allowance.

Potential for increased earnings and a change in tax bracket Whether you’re earning an average or relatively low wage at present, the potential exists for you to increase your earnings and change tax brackets in the future. The Personal Savings Allowance is halved to £500 for higher rate taxpayers, and you may find the threshold isn’t as out of reach in years to come as it currently seems.

Potential to leave your ISA savings to your partner on death In April 2015, the government introduced new rules whereby the balance of an ISA on death can be inherited by a spouse or civil partner tax-free. In practice, they would able to use your ISA allowance (to the value of your ISA balance) as well as their own for the tax year in which you die.

Consider a cash ISA as part of your savings mix Clearly, saving into an account other than a cash ISA offers benefits, but it’s not a good idea to totally discount them when interest rates are low. Cash ISAs can offer a safe haven for your savings in the long-term, and can be passed down to your family tax-free.

It may prove to be an important savings product for the future you, but don’t forget to shop around for the best rates. ¹www.rsmuk.com/ideas-andinsights/tax-facts Thisismoney.co.uk: http://tiny.cc/ z72s1y www.telegraph.co.uk/investing/ isas/ask-expert-can-still-have-isamove-abroad/ www.gov.uk/individual-savingsaccounts

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Books to share

Becoming – Michelle Obama Michelle Obama’s autobiography became an instant hit when it was published late last year, and it’s easy to see why. Her trademark warmth, humility and intelligence shine from every page.

The memoir takes us from Michelle’s early childhood to her time as First Lady, and beyond. Entertaining, thoughtprovoking and inspiring to boot.

When All is Said – Anne Griffin Widower Maurice sits at a bar in Ireland, raising toasts to the most important people in his life, from the brother who died so many years ago to his late wife. His joys, tragedies and regrets are laid bare. A warm, powerful tale that’s hugely enjoyable to read. You’ll miss Maurice’s humour, straighttalking and honesty when you reach the end.

Hold – Michael Donkor 17-year-old Belinda is a Ghanaian housemaid, who is sent to London by her mistress as a companion for another teenage girl, Amma.

Belinda leaves behind fellow maid, 11-year-old Mary.

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Belinda and Amma grow close until a revelation causes Belinda to question everything she’s been taught. The three girls struggle with their identities and the expectations placed on them, whether by parents, employers or society as a whole. An intriguing coming of age novel with plenty of unexpected twists.

Whether you give them as a gift or only pass them on once you’ve turned the last page, these books were made for sharing with friends and family.

A Poem for Every Day of the Year – Allie Esiri Whether you fancy a funny poem for April Fool’s Day, a festive one for Christmas or an autumnal treat for October, you’ll find them all and more in this collection. While the book is aimed at children, these are poems that people of any age can enjoy. Poets range from old favourites such as Charlotte Brontë, Emily Dickinson and Phillip Larkin to contemporary wordsmiths

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such as Kate Tempest.

Each poem has a short introduction by Allie Esiri.

Humans of London – Cathy Teesdale Cathy Teesdale has taken thousands of photographs across Greater London over the years. This book features more than 250 of her best shots with short quotes from the subjects. Beautiful pictures, interesting stories, a glimpse into other people’s lives – what more could you ask for from a coffee table book?

Sherlock Holmes Case Book: Solve-itYourself Mysteries – Tim Dedopulos If you love a good ‘whodunnit’ and enjoy sifting through the clues to identify the culprit for yourself, you’re going to love this book. There are 10 cases to solve, from ‘The Birchfield Mystery’ to ‘Murder at the Carnaby Rooms’. Each one is beautifully illustrated.

Twists, turns and plenty of red herrings mean you’ll need all your powers of deduction to solve the crimes. Great fun.

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was that they would spend at least one day a week apart, pursuing different interests.

We’ve retired and my partner’s driving me crazy!

If you’re approaching retirement age and you live with a partner, you’re probably looking forward to having some ‘quality time’ together to explore new horizons and take part in hobbies you both enjoy.

While there’s every chance that your future will be just as fulfilling as you imagine, life as a retired couple doesn’t always provide the kind of roses-round-the-door contentment that the clichés suggest.

When the Skipton Building Society undertook research with 660 retired couples, around a quarter of the group admitted that retirement had put their relationship under pressure, while 13% confessed that they “irritate each other beyond belief”. Flashpoints included complaints about time spent on the phone, interference in the kitchen and situations where one partner is frustrated with their other’s lack of ‘get up and go’.

Arguments about money and lack of personal space were also a source of tension.

When Mhairi and Danny Brandreth retired, they moved from a large family home in the suburbs of Birmingham to

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a cottage in Wales. While the cottage was perfect for the rural lifestyle they had dreamed of, neither had considered what effect moving to a smaller property might have on their relationship.

Agreeing to spend more time apart could bring you closer “Before we retired, both of us worked quite long hours, and when we got home in the evening we would often end up in different rooms: Danny would watch TV while I caught up with friends online,” says Mhairi. “The first thing that struck us when we moved into the cottage was there was nowhere to escape to!”

Danny picks up the story: “It wasn’t long before we started getting on each others’ nerves.

One day, after an argument about something really trivial, we realised that if we didn’t change things, we could be heading for divorce.”

The compromise they reached

Danny and Mhairi discovered that simply drifting into retirement without discussion about how their new life was going to work led to stresses and strains in their relationship. The organisation Relate has the following advice to couples planning to retire: • Prepare at least five years ahead for retirement and develop your hobbies and interests before you stop working.

• Make a list of the things you’d like to do when you have more time on your hands.

• Talk to your partner about mutual interests you could develop together.

• Follow the lead of someone you know who has coped with changes in a positive way.

• Find time to talk to other people about their experiences of retirement.

If you’ve retired and are worried about your relationship, or if you plan to retire and feel anxious about the future with your partner, Relate offers a free Live Chat session with a trained counsellor (visit relate.org.uk).

Retirement is a big lifestyle change and the process of adjusting can be stressful, but it’s encouraging to know that out of the 660 people quizzed by Skipton Building Society, nine out of ten said their relationship issues didn’t mean a lack of love or commitment and felt confident that they would eventually enjoy a happy retirement together.

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Pet Smile Month

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ental hygiene for our pets is an important part of good health. Gum disease and tooth decay can lead to heart disease, abscesses in the mouth, pain when eating and general ill health. We should brush their teeth daily in order to reduce the chance of dental pain and gum disease. This is easier said then done!

Cats rarely tolerate their teeth being brushed at all! And you may be able to train your dog to allow you to brush their teeth however, understandably most people do not have time to do this, even with the best intentions.

There are a number of products out there to help reduce gum disease and tooth decay. For young animals, these products can be used to keep your pet’s mouth healthier for longer reducing the frequency of dentals required in their lifetime.

the problem. In this instance, we would recommend starting again from scratch. A dental scale and polish would be advised and then your pet’s teeth can be managed with some of the simple but effect dental products, keeping their teeth whiter for longer.

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Although we welcome the warmer weather with open arms, spring also means the re-emergence of parasites that can cause severe discomfort for your dog, and are potentially a serious health risk.

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Fleas Fleas are smaller than ticks and can be very difficult to spot if your dog has dark fur. They can quickly multiply to the point where your pet is constantly scratching, which can cause serious irritation to their skin.

Your vet should be able to recommend an appropriate flea and tick treatment based on their weight, which reduces the chances of infestation and illness. Being vigilant and aware of the dangers these unwanted visitors pose, however, is also a good first line of defence that will keep your dog happy and healthy. www.petfleas.co.uk/blog/springtime-safety-for-your-dogs www.telegraph.co.uk/pets/keep-animals-healthy-in-spring www.thekennelclub.org.uk/health/for-owners/ticks.

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swing can provide hours of enjoyment. Why not build a temporary den over a low hanging branch with some old sheets, clothes pegs and cushions? You could also make a mini-sandpit with a trough, large plant pot or small paddling pool.

Growing Green Fingers Helping your child to discover a love of gardening.

Their own little corner Your child may not have the same taste in plants as you do. So, if you can, give them their own mini-plot to experiment with. Let them choose the plants they want (after discussing soil conditions, shade etc.) and give them the responsibility of watering and weeding.

Children aren’t known for their patience so try to incorporate some plants that will give instant enjoyment and have a strong fragrance, such as lavenders and geraniums, along with others that are easy to grow and worth the wait, such as sunflowers, sweet peas and marigolds.

Grow your own Fussy eaters can often be persuaded to try new things if they’ve had a hand in growing them. If you have the space for a raised bed, you could try courgettes, lettuces, or dwarf runner beans. Limited space? Potatoes, carrots and peas can be grown in pots.

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Tomatoes thrive against a sunny wall, while pepper plants and herbs will be fine on a windowsill.

A fairy garden Create a fairy garden together by filling a shallow container with soil and adding a few small plants.

You could use a small plant pot for a house, create a miniature lake with a ramekin and make a swing with sticks and string. Add some solar-powered twinkly lights and a couple of small wooden or plastic elves and fairies.

Safety first Teach children never to eat anything from the garden without checking with you first. Do Wildlife head to the RHS Encourage your website (www. child to hang rhs.org.uk) to bird feeders in the find out what garden and fill plants to avoid a shallow bowl growing though; for a bird bath. some are very You could also help poisonous and Sagaform Bird Feeder, them to make a £16 www.trouva.com others can irritate bee hotel by tying skin and eyes. sections of bamboo canes Keep sharp tools, plant food together, or fixing the canes and weed killer safely out into a terracotta pot with of reach at all times. If you some modelling clay. Older have a pond, cover it with a children might enjoy identifying rigid metal grille. different birds, bees and More inspiration insects using a book or app.

The BBC has lots of ideas Somewhere to play for encouraging children into You may not have room for a gardening, from growing football pitch or trampoline, patterns on the lawn to but even small gardens can building a wormery. See usually offer some space for www.bbc.co.uk/gardening/ play. A few fixed logs can gardening_with_children. make a fun mini-obstacle course for example, and a

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Fabulous Fruit Trees If you have ever been put off the idea of growing your own tree fruit, such as apples, pears, plums or cherries, simply because your garden is on the small size, think again; it is not difficult to grow a fair quantity of fruit in even a tiny garden. There is no need for an orchard, acres of land or even a large garden, so just how do you manage it?

Start by checking out the plant’s ‘rootstock’, which is the type of tree root that the variety you want has been grafted on to. The rootstock determines how big a tree will grow, and if you get one that has a dwarfing effect your tree will be much less inclined to become huge. Rootstocks ‘Pixey’ on plums, ‘M9’ on apples or ‘Quince A’ on pears should help to reduce the risk of a large tree developing.

You could also use an apple or pear as a border edging.

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Each tree will spread to 150cm (5ft) or more and can be trained to form a horizontal barrier at about 45cm (18in) above the ground – they look fantastic when in flower, and then bear fruit along the horizontal ‘arms’.

A pollinator tree nearby is needed to ensure good fruit set or choose the self-fertile ‘Concorde’ pear and you’ll still get a reasonable crop with just one tree. You can buy ready-trained step-overs from some garden centres and specialist fruit nurseries.

With a bit of planting space next to it, you could grow your fruit as an ‘espalier’ Consider growing fruit trees in pots. There is no doubt that growing pretty well anything in a pot takes more effort

from you, as the plant will be reliant on you for food and more moisture, but provided you use a goodsized pot – perhaps even a half-barrel – it can work well. It is best to use a loam-based John Innes No. 3 compost, but make sure there is plenty of drainage material at the base of the container – broken flower pots work well! Provided you make sure that no one variety gets out of hand and grows too vigorously, it is a useful idea in a smaller garden.

‘Family Trees’ are basically trees on to which two additional varieties of the same fruit have been grafted, meaning you can grow three varieties of apple or pear on just one tree. The varieties are selected by the nursery so that they all pollinate each other and so you should get a fair crop from an established tree.

When space is limited, you can grow ‘Ballerina’ or ‘Minarettes’ trees. These are what I call ‘skyward’ apples, because they produce their fruits on short spurs which grow out of the vertical main stem, with the result that you end up with a tree measuring up to 2.4m (8ft) tall, but which is so columnar that you can plant them just 60-90cm (23ft) apart if you want more than one tree. This form of tree is available as many different varieties, including dessert apples, cooking apples, pears, plums,

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gages and damsons. They can be grown in patio pots or in open ground.

Most fruit trees need a pollinator, or sometimes two, to ensure that the flowers on each variety are pollinated so that the fruit can form.

If space is very limited and you can definitely only afford the space for one solitary tree, then you can still grow fruit: choose a variety that is described as ‘self-fertile’, meaning that the tree does not need a companion and can fertilise its own flowers. If you love apples, this might be a ‘Queen Cox’, ‘Greensleeves’

or ‘Red Devil’, or if pears are your passion, try the variety ‘Concorde’ or ‘Invincible’, for cherries try ‘Stella’ and for plums choose variety ‘Victoria’. If you do provide a pollinator you’re likely to get a heavier crop, but without you’ll still get a fair quantity of fruit.

If you have a fence or framework with a bit of planting space next to it, then you could also grow your fruit as an ‘espalier’, which means trained and pruned so that the tree lies pretty well flat against the fence with several parallel ‘arms’ that bear the fruit, or

perhaps as a ‘fan’ where the branches are trained and pruned to produce a near flat fan shape against the surface – this works especially well for cherries, plums, damsons and even apricots.

Why not grow a cordon or single-stemmed apple or pear over a simple arch?

Better still, grow one variety up one side and another (a suitable pollinator) up the other – it’ll look stunning in the spring when in flower, and then again when it bears its tasty crop!

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Berrylands Building Company Spring into Action- Get Planning!

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tart your Spring by putting your grand plans for improving your home into action. If you are thinking of extending and/or improving your property, now is the time to start planning. Building to a high specification will add space to your home and increase the value of your property.

Berrylands Building Company Is your local firm, with a highly skilled team with over 30 years of experience. We offer a ‘Design and Build’ service which will help take away the stresses of planning your extension.

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Planning is Key Invite us to discuss how we can push your project forward. We are happy to introduce you to our recommended Architects and Structural Engineers and give advice on planning issues.

Any building project takes time, particularly if you need to gain planning permission. By starting this process early with a reputable firm, you will have help every step of the way to complete a high quality build.

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4)Allow time to submit your plans for planning permission and/or building control (normally 6/8 weeks for planning) 5)Arrange and book in a date for Berrylands Building Company to start work Latest projects One of our latest completed projects photographed is on Grand Avenue. A full width ground floor single side/rear extension.

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blanket boxes and traditional dressers are all just right for the simple interior, especially when made from natural wood or painted in a muted shade. Mixing eras works perfectly, too, provided pieces are chosen for their inherent good design and plain style, transcending all fads and fashions.

Simply Style We all want our homes to be comfortable, practical and good-looking. Just as important as gorgeous colours and appealing accessories are necessities such as easy-toclean surfaces, effective lighting and durable kitchenware.

Which is where simple style – a combination of form and function that is completely unpretentious and always hard working – excels. It takes classic designs that have stood the test of time and combines them with the best of modern furnishings, using tactile materials and pale, neutral colours to achieve a look that is calm and quiet, comfortable and honest, and hugely pleasing to live with.

Walls and floors are the starting point. Quick and inexpensive to achieve are walls in plain paint shades.

Neutrals are fundamental, with a palette of soft whites ranging from chalk, ivory and bone through to deeper taupes and greys, with stronger accents

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providing contrast: sage green, midnight blue or earthy brown, for example. More finished surfaces, as appropriate to the room, could include grasscloth wallpaper, bevel-edge tiles or timber panelling. As for floors, the key is to combine the practicality of sturdy materials such as traditional stone flags, brick pavers or wooden floorboards with the softness of plain or minimally patterned carpets or conveniently placed, understated rugs.

For a fuss-free and timelessly goodlooking style, choose plain and simple chic. urniture should be pared down in style, chosen for its strength, durability and comfort first and foremost, and always cleanlined as opposed to overdecorative. Windsor or ladderback chairs, wooden stools,

Rather than elaborate window treatments of any type, this style has a lessis-more feel, and where windows can be left bare, then why not? Panelled wooden shutters look elegant and discreet, while Roman blinds and gathered curtains are preferable to anything elaborate. Other soft furnishings might include the plainest of loose covers for chairs and sofas (avoid frilled valances or other flourishes) and cushions with no-nonsense fastenings and the most basic of trims.

Linen, cotton and wool are ideal fabrics for this style: unassuming, natural fibres that have been the backbone of classical decorating for centuries. Look for plain colours and stripes, adding a range of textures for interest.

In addition to the soft drape of textiles, introduce a range of natural materials, such as woven willow, sisal, slate or timber, to provide an interesting atmosphere even in an apparently minimal room.

To ensure a calm and airy feel overall, good storage is vital. Ancillary areas such as utility rooms, laundry rooms, boot rooms and dressing rooms are a great asset, but where space is more limited then well-

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designed cupboards, shelves and other storage areas are incredibly helpful in terms of clearing away the clutter and confusion of everyday life and making simple rooms feel more spacious and liveable. In kitchens, a freestanding storage piece such as a dresser, plate rack or butcher’s block breaks up the uniformity of fitted cupboards and creates a more timeless appearance.

Finally, when it comes to lighting, inset spotlights throw light where needed without drawing the eye, while classic fittings, such as glass pendants, Anglepoise table lamps or slender wall lights with ceramic shades can be added where necessary. As

for finishing touches, beware an abundance of accessories (always opt for quality over quantity), and choose essential items such as wooden peg hooks, hand-made soap, thick woollen throws and blankets, blue and white crockery, rustic bread boards and pillar candles, plus loose arrangements of gorgeous cottage-garden flowers.

Key ingredients of simple style • Consider wooden panelling, tongue-and-groove boarding, textured wallpaper and classic tiles as options for your walls.

• Opt for classic floorboards, stone or slate flags, brick pavers or terracotta tiles for the floor, combined with plain

carpets and/or subtle rugs.

• Combine soft white shades with a few deeper colours.

• Choose natural materials such as wood, slate, wicker, wool and cotton.

• Ensure rooms are clear of clutter by making the most of storage space.

• Remember that good design applies across all eras, so combining old and new will work if furnishings are chosen carefully for both form and function.

• Avoid bold patterns in favour of plains and stripes.

• Fit wooden shutters, Roman blinds or softly gathered curtains at the windows, or leave them bare if you dare.

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With legs made from sustainably sourced oak, this dining table has a lovely top that looks like polished concrete but is actually a tough resin that is lightweight, durable and easy to clean. Conker kitchen table, £845, Loaf.

Concrete

If you love the tough luxe of the industrial look you’ll be crazy for concrete. Use it everywhere from floors, walls and worktops to tables and light fittings.

Crafted from raw polymer concrete with a distressed finish, this weighty, industrial-inspired pendant features a simple, domed shade and rope-style cable.

Concrete pendant lamp, £100, Cox & Cox.

This practical table is hardwearing and durable, with simple lines and a clean, geometric shape for an impression of lightness. Concrete Perspective side table by Lyon Béton, £279, Lime Lace.

With an ultra-quiet movement, this Karlsson clock features black and red hands that make a lovely contrast with its grey case and dial. Franky concrete alarm/mantel clock, £25, Hurn & Hurn.

Perfect for styling real and faux house plants, these concrete planters add an industrial touch to any room. Two nested concrete planters, £20, Cox & Cox.

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These porcelain floor tiles feature a concrete-effect design that ties in perfectly with the industrial trend. Avenue Broadway tiles, £49.95 per square metre, Walls and Floors.

A smooth concrete base combines with a slim metal stem and soft cotton shade.

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Not all concrete is the same: this is concrete-effect in a wood-swirl design, both pretty and practical.

Decorative Plate, £12, Gisela Graham London.

• Concrete is a versatile material that can be preformed or cast on site into any size or shape, and comes in a range of colours and finishes, from silky smooth to rough and raw. Heat- and stain-resistant and hard-wearing, it’s waterproof when properly sealed.

• Concrete is a natural with neutral colour schemes, but it’s also brilliant at accentuating the deep, bold colours that are currently in vogue, and works well with warm shades that offset its inherent coolness.

• Concrete adds instant texture. Combine it with the natural warmth of wood, the shine of metal or the gloss of ceramic or glass. Consider contrasting it with luxe materials such as marble, satin or velvet. It also looks amazing with house plants.

• Full-on concrete makes quite the statement – ideal for a converted urban loft but less so for a smaller space. Concrete accessories are best in this case, providing a touch of rugged style without overwhelming.

• Avoid too stark a look with plump and comfortable seating and plenty of warm lighting.

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Beat the Mad March Hairs Technology promises to tame your tangles and your tresses, solve split ends and make your hair incredibly curly or fantastically flat.

Vacuum cleaner company Dyson’s expertise in moving air around means it makes a very effective (and very expensive) hairdryer that gets your hair dry in a fraction of the usual time without extreme heat. At £299 the Supersonic is a big investment but it might seem a good buy when you consider the cost of your time.

If that’s out of reach though, review site ExpertReviews says the best budget model is currently the BaByliss 2100 Salon Light, which delivers great results for a little under £30.

If you’re considering a cheaper model, pay attention to both the power and the weight: some hairdryers are uncomfortable to hold if you need to dry longer hair.

One of the best-rated curling tongs is the gHD Soft Curl Tong. It has a large 32mm width barrel and has an automatic cut-out so you don’t need to worry about whether you’ve left it on. The results are spectacular but again it’s pricey at £110. As with hairdryers there are plenty of less high-tech and considerably less expensive models around that do a perfectly good job, such as Remington’s Keratin Protect Curling Wand; at the time of writing it’s £24.50 online. gHD is probably better known for its hair straighteners, and its Platinum + White

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Styler tops the Cosmopolitan best-buy list despite its £175 price tag. It constantly monitors your hair to ensure it’s delivering the right temperature to the right place at the right time.

For men, hair care is more often about removal than styling. According to the tech site T3, the best electric razor for men is the Philips 9000 Series

Prestige, a wet and dry razor with wireless charging and the ability to cope with days of stubble. The RRP is silly at £450 and it’s widely available for much less, but lesser models do a great job too.

Hair removal isn’t just for men, of course. Epilation is a great alternative to waxing, and Braun’s Silk-épil 9 is the best and – according to many reviewers – the least painful model around. Shop around, however; if you don’t want the various scrubbing and shaving attachments you can get it for considerably less.

If you’d rather zap hair than pluck it, consider an IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) machine although it’s not as effective on blonde, grey or red hairs or darker skin tones. The best known brand is Philips, whose Lumea range starts at around £150. Just be careful if you’re planning to travel anywhere sunny, as you shouldn’t use these devices on skin that’s just been – or is about to be – exposed to lots of sunlight.

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curricular activities. That’s the equivalent of a UK to Portugal road-trip, but with no reward of the sun at the end of it. And the estimated cost was nearly £9,000 per annum too.

Cab of Mum and Dad

If you have children from 6 to 16 you can relate to the following: driving for school runs, parties, ballet, football, sleep overs, evenings out with class mates or just “Mum/Dad! Can you pick me up please?”

Yep. It’s being an unpaid kids’ taxi driver.

A survey of 2,000 parents has been conducted to find out just how many miles – and hours – they are putting into ferrying their family around.

On average, those polled were spending 286 hours and driving 1,283 miles a year to get little Mezzanine and Oligarch to their extra-

On the plus side, many surveyed said they enjoyed the bonding time with their offspring that this ferrying gave them. Chatting to little Mezzanine about how she is getting on at ballet, or if Oligarch enjoyed Cub camp.

As they get older, the taxi run allows parents to find out about their teenager’s love or social life, since they can’t run off to their bedroom when questioned.

My days of the family taxi driver are now well passed, and I can’t say I miss them really.

Both my daughters now drive and have cars of their own.

But I still get a window onto their social and love life as it’s still me who ends up clearing the pizza boxes out of their cars when I clean them and hearing ‘I’ll be there in 10’ when she’s being unpaid taxi to the boyfriend.

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ur Club was founded in 1881 as only the fourth dedicated tennis club in the world, and from our earliest years international tennis tournaments have been part of our history.

Traditionally, the Surbiton Tournament was the opener for the British grass court season, and every year the world’s star players came to sharpen up their grass reflexes ready for The Championships at Wimbledon.

So it will be in 2019 when Fusion 100 are sponsoring the Men’s and Ladies’ tournaments at the Club from 3rd June to the 9th, and this underlines the importance of our Club within British tennis.

Although we have occupied the same site since the 19th century, the Club has always kept up-to-date. Today we offer our Members a range of modern facilities unmatched by any other club of our type and size.

For instance, three of our nine hard tennis courts have been laid in synthetic clay, and these have become favourites with our Members. Five tennis courts are floodlit for evening tennis, and two are covered from September through to March with a Dome which guarantees tennis whatever the weather.

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and heating. Club Night is on Saturday evenings. There are teams in both the National and County leagues and we have a very active Singles league. Racketball is also a popular activity with teams, leagues and social sessions.

Michael, our Squash Pro, is available for coaching for all standards and abilities. School sessions are very popular and local schools enjoy their training at the Club.

Yet what would really amaze our forbears would be our Fitness Suite, one of our great membership successes of recent years, and a star attraction for many Members.

We have the latest cardio fitness equipment, resistance machines and free weights, as well as some of the latest indoor cycling bikes. Why not come and give them a try?

Alongside our Fitness Suite is our Studio, another innovation. There we run regular classes in Zumba, Pilates, Yoga and Indoor Cycling to name a few of the activities there.

Physiotherapy is also very popular at the Club, with its own Studio and run in partnership with Kingston Physiotherapy. We have two Sports masseurs, Vanessa and Emmanuelle. There are more details on our website. We also have our own Chiropracter, Neil Reilly, available by appointment on 0208 390 9030.

Another important feature of our Club is our extensive tennis coaching programme, which is flexible to suit all ages and abilities. We have no less than fourteen registered tennis coaches, who operate in local schools as well as at the Club.

At Surbiton we’re keen on social activities. Our regular Quiz Nights are normally a sell-out, as well as our themed nights and party nights.

Central to everything is our Clubhouse Bar, where you can make new friends and relax with coffee or a drink and catch up on the news and sport on Sky or BT Sports. If you’re feeling peckish, try our cooked food menu in a nice relaxed atmosphere.

Why not come and visit us?

You’ll be very welcome, with no obligation. And please add the Fusion 100 Surbiton Trophy, June 3rd to 9th, to your diary!

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the name ‘Rebecca’.

“That’s funny,” he said, frowning, “the girl I’m waiting for is called Rebecca.”

“Well fancy that.” She coyly took the handkerchief from him. “Bet you weren’t expecting me.”

Danny gulped. It was clear he’d been the victim of his cousin’s cruel practical joke.

Laundry Day “Give me a hand with this would you?” Danny had been sitting anxiously on the park bench. He turned to a lady with a mass of wild grey hair struggling to throw a length of thin rope over the branch of a nearby oak tree.

“Who’d want my threadbare sheets?” the lady cackled, unravelling a flowery duvet cover. “It’s my First Day of Spring ritual, they always smell lovely after a blast of country air.”

“Yes you, you’re a tall lad,” she called, unravelling the rope. “I want to tie this end to this tree, and the other end to that big one over there.”

“Like who?” She took a couple of pegs from a bag. “Air’s free, isn’t it?”

“Me?” Danny said.

Danny was glad of the distraction. His cousin had set him up on a blind date with her friend Rebecca, and he wasn’t at all sure what to expect.

Under the lady’s watchful eye, he tied up the rope so that it was taut between the two trees.

“We’re going to peg out my washing,” she said, smiling.

He then saw a wicker basket filled with damp laundry on a rock behind her.

“It’s only bedding. There’s no unmentionables, so don’t get your knickers in a twist.”

“Do you always dry your washing in the park?” Danny asked.. “Aren’t you worried that someone might steal it?”

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“Doesn’t anybody ever stop you?” he asked.

There’s no unmentionables, so don’t get your knickers in a twist

“I suppose,” Danny agreed, looking at his watch.

“What’s up?” she said. “Stood you up, has she?”

“I hope not.” Danny helped her straighten the sheets.

As she pegged the last pillow case a small scrap of white fabric fluttered to the ground.

Danny picked it up before it could get muddy. It was a handkerchief, and across one corner was neatly embroidered

“You seem like a really nice person,” he began, “and you’ve got some very interesting laundry ideas…”

“Thank you,” the lady said admiring her line of washing.

“You seem quite a nice lad yourself.”

“But I’m worried about the age gap,” Danny continued, choosing his words carefully.

“I’m not sure we’d have a lot in common.”

The lady brushed her hair out of her eyes and squinted at him. “I have to disagree,” she said, and winked. “There’s one thing we’ve got in common.”

“What’s that?” Danny said warily; he’d hoped she would be better at taking the hint.

“My granddaughter Rebecca,” she laughed, as a girl of Danny’s age walked towards them.

“Hello Nanna.” She kissed the lady on the cheek.

“Hello Rebecca. This is Danny. He’s been very chivalrous.”

Danny felt his face burning.

She patted his shoulder kindly. “I don’t think you need a chaperone.” She handed him the basket. “Just bring in my washing when it’s ready.”

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Concorde: Making History 50 Years Ago On 2nd March 1969, an awestruck crowd watched as Concorde took to the skies above Toulouse on its maiden flight, drowning out their applause with its four Olympus 593 engines.

Built to fly in excess of 1,300mph, on that first flight the Anglo-French built Concorde was in the air for just 27 minutes and didn’t go above 300mph. “Finally the big bird flies, and I can say now that it flies pretty well,” said the pilot, Andre Turcat.

It would be another month until Concorde was tested in British skies, with Brian Trubshaw flying the plane from Filton near Bristol to RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire, and another six months until it was tested at supersonic speed on 1st October. The British government had already invested £155m in Concorde, predicted to be flying commercially by 1973 and estimated to cut the flying time between London and New York from seven hours 40 minutes

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to three hours 25 minutes.

However, some people in the government were concerned it wouldn’t be commercially viable and could cost the UK £900m.

Only fourteen Concordes ever flew commercially Their fears were well-founded.

When it finally began to fly commercially on 21 January 1976, economically, it wasn’t a success. The 70s saw two fuel crises, sending oil prices soaring, and Concorde’s small fuel tanks and heavy consumption increased costs and limited the length of its journeys. The sonic boom it produced restricted its routes and forced it to fly at subsonic levels in some places – yet supersonic speed was its primary selling point.

In the decades that followed, Concorde’s fortunes were mixed. Companies cancelled their orders, production

stopped in 1979, and only fourteen Concordes ever flew commercially: seven for Air France and seven for British Airways. However, one event that garnered positive publicity for the plane was Live Aid. During Bob Geldof’s huge charity concert event on 13th July 1985, Concorde was the celebrated means by which Phil Collins managed to play venues on both sides of the Atlantic. At Wembley Stadium, he performed with Sting and The Police before boarding Concorde, bound for New York. Once there, a helicopter flew him to Philadelphia to perform at the JFK Stadium, where he sang solo hits and played drums for Eric Clapton’s set.

But 15 years later, the press story was very different.

On 25th July 2000, a Concorde aircraft went down at Gonesse near Paris, ploughing through a small hotel and killing all 109 people on board and four on the ground. The accident took the planes out of the air for over a year while £17m was spent on safety improvements. The plane didn’t return to service until November 2001, just weeks after the terrorist attacks of 9/11 had caused a drop in air travel.

The service never recovered.

Just 18 months later, it was announced the plane would be retired due to falling passenger numbers and rising maintenance costs.

Concorde’s final commercial flight was on 23 October 2003.

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commercially manufacturing polystyrene, which could be injected, extruded or moulded.

Later, the Dow Chemical Company produced the first foamed polystyrene dubbed Styrofoam – a light, air-filled insulating plastic that went on to be used in disposable cups, packaging and the building industry.

The History of Plastic It has been around for less than 200 years but has become our indispensable disposable.

Now, with the realisation of its hugely detrimental impact on our environment, are its days numbered?

Put simply, plastics are polymer chains which can be carbon or silicon-based and moulded into any shape.

The first plastics were derived from natural and organic sources.

Rubber, a plant-based material, was being used as early as the 1820s. It was manufactured from a substance called latex, the thick milky sap produced by the rubber tree. Elastic, invented in 1820 by Thomas Hancock, is also produced from latex.

Similarly, in 1839, a German chemist, Eduard Simon, accidentally came across what he called Styrol (now known as styrene) while distilling a natural resin of the Turkish sweetgum tree. However, he did not realise its potential and his work was resurrected in the early 1900s by Hermann Staudinger to become the basis of polystyrene.

Another plant-derived substance, and the forerunner of the plastics family, was called Parkesine.

It was unveiled by Alexander

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Parkes at London’s Great International Exhibition in 1862 and used to make objects like buttons and cutlery handles.

Derived from cellulose, it could be heated, moulded into whatever shape was needed and then cooled to retain this shape. Cellulose also gave rise to celluloid and cellophane.

The material of a thousand uses

Bakelite, invented in 1907, was the first plastic to be made from a non-plant source. A hard resin formed from formaldehyde and phenol (a chemical from coal tar), its manufacture was perfected by a Belgian inventor, Leo Baekeland.

It was initially used as an insulator for electrical wires but went on to be made into all kinds of everyday objects from decorative bowls and cigarette holders to telephones and jewellery. The Bakelite Corporation’s tagline was ‘the material of a thousand uses’, which could equally be applied to all plastic today.

In 1930, Badische Anilin & SodaFabrik (BASF) used the work of Simon and Staudinger to start

By the 1930s, a range of synthetic plastics was introduced: vinyl, acrylic, polyester, polyvinylchloride (PVC), polythene, polyurethanes and nylon.

This is now seen as the most significant era in the history of plastics.

Manufacture was taken over by petrochemical companies who turned crude oil into mass-produced plastics for every conceivable commercial and domestic requirement. It was a miracle material.

With the 1941 development of polyethylene, which can withstand up to two atmospheres of pressure, the plastics drinks bottle was born.

Inexpensive to mass-produce, plastics quickly became an integral part of our disposable society. By simply tweaking the polymer chains, a plastic suitable for any form or function could be made.

And the downside? Plastic can be divided into two types: thermoplastic and thermoset. Thermoplastic can be recycled but thermoset cannot and endures. Also, plastics that find their way into the sea are broken down into microplastics that can invade living organisms, including, ultimately, ourselves.

So, as we ingest increasingly more of our miracle invention, is our DNA chain slowly becoming a polymer one?

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Mini Orange & Chocolate Cakes These lovely little citrus cakes take no time to make and are a delicious sweet treat.

Ready in: 1 hour, plus cooling and setting | Makes 12

Ingredients

225g unsalted butter, softened, plus extra for greasing 12 mini chocolate cookies 225g golden caster sugar 225g self-raising flour ½ tsp baking powder

4 medium eggs, beaten

Juice and zest of 1 orange

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Preheat the oven to 180C, fan 160F, gas mark 4. Use the extra butter to thoroughly grease the holes in a 12-hole muffin tray.

Line the base of each hole with a circle of baking paper. Drop a mini chocolate cookie into each hole.

Place the butter, sugar, flour, baking powder, eggs, orange juice and zest in a large mixing bowl. Beat with a hand-held electric whisk for 3-4 minutes until smooth and creamy.

Spoon the mixture evenly into the holes in the muffin tray. Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes until risen, golden and springy to the touch. Cool in the tin for a few minutes then run a small palette knife around each cake to loosen and turn out on a wire rack. Leave to cool completely.

Dip the top of each orange sponge in melted chocolate and place on a wire rack set over a baking sheet. Leave for 30 minutes or until set. Serve topped with grated chocolate and orange slices, if liked.

These make delicious warm puddings – instead of leaving to cool and dipping in the chocolate, serve warm drizzled with the melted chocolate and with a dollop of whipped cream or crème fraiche.

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Potato and Broccoli Gratin This hearty vegetable gratin makes a great side dish for a Sunday roast, or a very satisfying vegetarian supper served with crusty bread and a mixed green salad.

Ready in: 1 hour | Serves 4 - 6

Ingredients

750g potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks

Salt and freshly ground black pepper 225g broccoli florets 1 tbsp olive oil

1 red onion, peeled and cut into thin wedges 25g butter

25g plain flour 300ml milk

150g mature Cheddar, grated 2 tsp Dijon mustard

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Preheat the oven to 200C, fan 180F, gas mark 6. Boil the potatoes in a large pan of lightly salted water for 8-10 minutes until almost tender, adding the broccoli to the pan for the last 2-3 minutes of cooking time. Drain well and place in a large shallow ovenproof dish.

Heat the oil in a large pan over a high heat and fry the onion for 3-4 minutes until just softened. Scatter the onion over the potatoes and broccoli.

Melt the butter in the pan, then stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute until foaming. Remove the pan from the heat and gradually stir in the milk. Return to the heat and bring to the boil, stirring all the time. Reduce the heat and simmer for 1-2 minutes, still stirring, until the sauce is smooth and thickened.

Stir in the half the cheese and the mustard and simmer for a further minute. Season to taste with salt and freshly ground black pepper.

Pour the sauce over the vegetables in the dish and scatter over the rest of the cheese. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes until golden and bubbling. Serve garnished with the basil leaves.

Choose a firm, waxy-fleshed potato such as Charlotte or Desiree for this dish, or try sweet potatoes instead.

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Natural Beauty Looking for natural skin and haircare products that are as effective as they are gentle? Here’s our pick of some of the best natural brands on the market.

Green People is one of the UK’s best known organic brands. It was born out of a mother’s need for gentle, natural products that wouldn’t irritate her daughter’s sensitive skin. The entire range is free from synthetic chemicals such as sodium lauryl sulphate (SLS), parabens, phthalates, petrochemicals, alcohol (ethanol) and artificial fragrances. It’s also been cruelty-free and suitable for vegetarians from day one. If you have dry or sensitive skin, try the Age Defy + Cleanse & Soothe Balm. It’s made from natural oils and waxes with added essential oils. Used with the muslin cloth provided, it’s very effective at removing makeup and leaves skin feeling soft and pampered. £32 may seem steep for a cleaner, but a little goes a long way so it should last for months.

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Swiss company Weleda (www. weleda.co.uk) has been making natural skincare products for almost 100 years. The brand has always been cruelty-free, and is committed to sustainability and treating people fairly. Their bestselling Skin Food is a multi-

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purpose balm for treating dry skin patches. Weleda has recently introduced a Skin Food Lipbalm, £6.95. Like its big sister, the lip balm is made from natural waxes, blended with essential oils such as rosemary, chamomile and calendula. It’s nonsticky, suitable for vegetarians and gluten-free. Pop one in your bag to guard against chapped lips.

Sodium Lauryl Sulphate (SLS) is a key ingredient in most high street shampoos. It gives you plenty of lather but can leave hair feeling dry and brittle. Faith in Nature sells a wide range of SLS-free shampoos.

Recent releases include the Dragon Fruit Shampoo and Conditioner, which are 99% natural, suitable for all hair types and have a rich, tropical fragrance.

At £5.50 each, they’re a great price too.

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Most ingredients are grown on the family’s Somerset farm.

Lyonsleaf doesn’t use any artificial colours, preservatives or fragrances and recently went plastic-free. Try the Body Butter, £16.99, which is made from shea butter, coconut oil, avocado oil and other natural ingredients.

It’s rich in fatty acids and antioxidants, smells divine and leaves skin feeling softer and more hydrated. See www. lovelula.com.

Natural skincare and hair products can be difficult to find on the highstreet.

Holland and Barratt is worth popping into for brands such as Weleda, Tisserand, Dr Organic and Faith in Nature.

If you’re shopping online, head to www.biggreensmile. co.uk, www.lovelula.com or www.naturalcollection.com.

All three sites have strict policies about the types of products that they’ll sell. For example, Love Lula has a strict no parabens, no SLS and no animal testing policy. Big Green Smile also lets you filter your search by what’s important to you, so if you only want organic, vegan products, for example, it’ll show you which ones are suitable.

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term additional treatment when symptoms are severe.

Steroid nasal sprays or drops prevent and reduce inflammation in the nasal lining and can help relieve eye itchiness.

Antihistamine nasal sprays reduce nose itchiness and sneezing.

Antihistamine eyedrops reduce itchiness and watering.

Coping with Hay Fever The main March-September pollen season is upon us, so if 2018’s high pollen counts caused you misery, prepare to be proactive: combine prevention and treatment to reduce your symptoms.

Prevention Knowing your triggers and the pollen count forecast makes prevention easier. Your GP can refer you for a skin prick test for common allergens or a blood test for the Immunoglobulin E (IgE) antibody, produced when you come into contact with pollen. You can find the Met Office pollen forecast at www. metoffice.gov.uk/health/public/ pollen-forecast. Avoid cigarette smoke and alcohol, as they can make your symptoms worse, and reduce pollen contact by: • Avoiding drying washing outside and cutting grass • Showering before bed and wearing fresh clothes daily • Closing windows • Putting Vaseline around your nostrils • Wearing wraparound sunglasses • Vacuuming (preferably with a hepa filter vacuum cleaner) and damp-dusting regularly • Getting a pollen filter for your car’s air vents and air purifier units for indoors

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Treatment Remember: • Hay fever treatments aren’t effective unless used regularly and as directed.

• If your current treatments aren’t working, don’t ignore it—ask your GP or pharmacist for alternatives or treatment combinations.

Both cigarette smoke and drinking alcohol can make your symptoms worse Oral Medications (Tablets and Liquids) Antihistamines block the action of histamine, the chemical that produces your allergic reaction. They may not relieve a blocked nose but usually relieve other symptoms. As a preventative, they work best if taken regularly, starting in advance of high pollen count periods. Some antihistamines (e.g. chlorpheniramine or ‘Piriton’) can make you drowsy and affect your ability to work or drive. If affected, choose non-sedating antihistamines (e.g. Loratadine).

Sprays and Drops Decongestant nasal sprays unblock your nose but can cause rebound congestion after a few days, so only use them for occasional relief or as a short-

Treating Severe Hay Fever If your symptoms seriously affect your life or cause/exacerbate asthma, you may be offered:

Steroid tablets (short-term) or steroid inhalers to reduce airway inflammation.

‘Reliever’ inhalers, such as salbutamol, to open up the airways and ease breathing.

Injectable monoclonal antibody treatments (‘mabs’) such as Xolair, which block a substance involved in the body’s allergic reaction. Xolair injections are usually given every two or four weeks.

Immunotherapy, which builds up your resistance. At a specialist hospital centre, you will be given small amounts of allergen, either by injection into the skin or via a sublingual tablet (which dissolves under the tongue).

Your reaction will be monitored closely. You may be able to continue the tablets (‘SLIT therapy’) at home.

The dose of allergen is gradually increased until you can tolerate exposure without developing major symptoms.

Immunotherapy should ideally be started three months before your trigger pollen season and given over three consecutive years.

Finally…

If you fancy a day out but can’t face the pollen, head for the seaside. The pollen count is lower nearer the coast.

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As Berrylands goes green... can we get a cleaner Hogsmill and improve our health?

Sir Edward Davey, M.P

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e are lucky so many people help out in our community. From the winter night shelter for homeless people to the scouts and guides, we are fortunate.

That’s why I want to thank a “newish” group of volunteers in Berrylands who’ve been working hard to improve our local environment – from green spaces to our river, the Hogsmill.

Berrylands Nature Reserve One of the most exciting development has been the Berrylands Nature Reserve.

Here’s what they say about themselves: “Nestled away in the heart of Berrylands lies a once forgotten nature reserve! However this once neglected site is now becoming not only a wonderful haven for an array of wildlife but also a fantastic place in which the community can enjoy and reconnect with the natural world…..

“This five-hectare site has a mosaic of different habitat types, including a woodland full of oaks, hazels and blackthorn trees, and the meandering Surbiton Stream which flows through the site with kingfishers and herons regularly flying overhead in search of unsuspecting sticklebacks.”

You can read what they’ve been doing, plan to do and how to get involved at https://berrylandsnaturereserve.org/ And much more……Friends of Fishponds Park, a Community Orchard, Wildlife Group…

But those involved with this excellent project are linking in and supporting others keen on enhancing our local biodiversity.

So the wonderful Fishponds Park now has a new group - Friends of Fishponds Park. And of course they have a FaceBook page: https://en-gb. facebook.com/FishpondsSurb/ where you can join.

And if you browse these sites, you’ll discover the new Green Lane Community Orchard, and the more longstanding groups like Kingston Biodiversity Network and the Surbiton Wildlife Group.

And their exciting future plans – like the creation of a truly disabled friendly nature reserve catering to the needs of our most vulnerable at the hidden away nature reserve on Edith Gardens or looking to the feasibility of bringing back the locally extinct water vole A cleaner, healthier Hogsmill And thanks to prodding by a few of our local environmentalists, I’ve been talking to a range of people about the Hogsmill River, that runs through the heart of our community – and learnt even more reasons why we should be looking after its health.

The Hogsmill is classified as a chalkstream, a globally rare habitat with only 200 remaining worldwide.

Chalkstreams give rise to a unique set of species that depend heavily on the clean, chalk-purified water and are consequently very sensitive to any decline in water quality.

Yet this rare and precious river in our Royal Borough is regularly contaminated with sewage. And the flow of the Hogsmill - so important for wildlife in and by the river – has for many years been unnaturally reduced by heavy extraction by water companies near to its source in Ewell.

So I’m linking up with the South East Rivers Trust, to see what progress we can make with the Environment Agency and Thames Water to make a real difference.

Health and the environment There are so many reasons to support these local environmental initiatives. From the sheer pleasure of experiencing beautiful trees, streams and animals to the impact on the air we breathe.

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And the common sense view that a vibrant clean environment improves our health is increasingly backed by hard science. Perhaps the impact on our mental well-being is the best known finding, and we know that sewage in rivers won’t be good for human health!

But recent scientific work on the “Human Microbiome” is giving even more weight to the impact the environment has on our health.

It seems that human microbes – whether in our guts or on our skin – can be key to many health conditions, from obesity to anxiety.

And researchers suspect that by improving the biodiversity around us, we can improve the overall health of local people.

Next steps First, it’s great so many local people are getting involved in these fabulous projects – but I know they’d welcome others! Try contacting the amazing Elliot at elliot@citizenzoo. org Second, we should be looking after the Hogsmill far more than we have in recent decades. So I will be backing the campaigns of the excellent South East Rivers Trust.

And third, our scientific understanding of the links between our environment and our health is growing rapidly and confirming what we’ve long suspected. I’m keen we explore locally how we can get involved with the Healthy Urban Microbiome Initiative and their 2020 Challenge.

Nature will look after us, if we look after nature.

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What’s on in March:Events in March:

Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month Prostate Cancer Awareness Month Marie Curie Great Daffodil Appeal Month National Bed Month; Red Cross Month; Veggie Month; DVT Awareness Month; Month

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St David’s Day. Walk all over Cancer Seething Festival, St Andrew’s Square World Hearing Day British Pie Week; Salt Awareness Week; National Careers Week Shrove Tuesday, Pancake Day Ash Wednesday World Book Day Deadline for April edition of A Berrylands Companion British Science Week International Women’s Day Mum2Mum Market at Teddington Baptist Church, 2-4pm. Book a stall: 0208 977 8000. Also held on May 11th, Sept 21st, Nov 16th.

National Butchers’ Week Head of the River Race, Mortlake to Putney.

HMOS production: The Wedding Singer see advert.

National Non Smoking Day World Kidney Day. Red Nose Day for Comic Relief St Patrick’s Day. St Patrick’s Parade from Green Park to Trafalgar Square Global Recycling Day Vernal Equinox, Spring begins World Down’s Syndrome Day; World Poetry Day International World Water Day World TB Day Clocks go forward one hour tonight Mothering Sunday. British Summer Time begins

RBK Spring Raceday, 8am. 8 & 16 miles, Kingston Market Place, Entry fee £23-32. Check: www.kingstonraceday.com National Pet Month

Events in April

Stress Awareness Month Bowel Cancer Awareness Month 1st April - 7th May: National Pet Month Parkinsons Awareness Month

April Fool’s Day 2nd: International Children’s Book Day 6-18th: Spring I-Spy Trail at Nat Trust Claremont Gdns Esher, Admission fee

applies, 01372 467 806 6-12th: Cadbury Easter Egg Hunt at Claremont Gdns Esher Tel as above Fee applies 7th: World Health Day 8th: Deadline for May edition of A Berrylands Companion

Orchid Male Cancer Awareness Month 10th: Cat in the Hat at Rose Theatre, for several dates. Tickets: 0844 482 1556 17th: World Haemophilia Day 19th: Good Friday, Bank Holiday.

21st: Easter Sunday.

22nd: Easter Monday, Bank Holiday 23rd: St George’s Day.

Shakespeare Day. William Shakespeare’s Anniversary of his birth & death

World Book Night 27th: National Gardening Week 28th: Virgin Money London Marathon

Suggestions for treating your Mother on Mothers’ Day:

Buy some gorgeous cupcakes and dainty sandwiches, then serve up your

own Afternoon Tea.

Take Mum out for a lovely Sunday Roast at a local restaurant Book a traditional Afternoon Tea, locally or perhaps something a little different at a local restaurant.

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What’s On/Local Events

1st Tuesday: NHS Retirement Club, 10-12pm at Royal British Legion Hall, Hollyfield Road, KT5 9AL. For information call Lorna: 020 8337 4121

Last Sunday of the month: Women on Wheels, meet outside Clas Ohlson Market Place 10.00. 020 8547 5865. E-mail: ccst@rbk. kingston.gov.uk Art Classes: Every Monday 10-12noon & 2-4pm, with Berrylands Artists at Berrylands Christian Centre, 41 King Charles Road, Surbiton, KT5 8PF. Info: 020 8644 0941 Broadway Sequence Dance Club: Meets every Monday from 8pm at The Raeburn Hall, Tolworth United Reform Church, Raeburn/Elgar Avenues. New sequences are taught, some knowledge of ballroom dancing required. Contact Brenda Deane for more info: 020 8390 0233. www. broadway sequencedance.co.uk Chinese Brush Painting: Held once a month at Sunray Community Centre, Knollmead, Tolworth. 10-13.00pm Contact Gwen: 020 8398 7313. Beginners & intermediates welcome.

Cornerston Church, Kingston KT26LF: every 3rd Wednesday of the month: a cream tea, open to all, at 2pm. Plenty of cake on offer plus a short bible talk.

An international café, every Tuesday evening at 7pm for free English lessons, and at 7.30pm food, games & bible talk.

Craft Morning 3rd Saturday every month 11am-1.00pm. Tel: 0208 549 0733. info@ cornerstonechurchkingston.org Encore Singing Group: Mondays, 10am - 12.15pm in Berrylands. For info: gillyvor@hotmail.com Fircroft Listening Café: Every Friday, 2-4pm. 96 Ditton Road KT6 6RH. No appointment needed. Just turn up if you or someone you know is struggling to cope. Buses 71, 465, K1, K4.

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Kingston Camera Club: Camera enthusiasts welcome. Meet Mon eves, at St John’s Ambulance HQ, Athelstan Rd off Villiers Avenue. 7.30pm - 10pm with coffee break. New members welcome.

For more information visit: www. kingstoncameraclub.com Kingston Circle Dance Group: Kingston Quaker Centre, 14 Fairfield East, KT1 2PT, 2.30 - 4.30, first Saturday every month. Social dancing, all welcome. Tel: 020 8399 8684 Kingston Jazz Society: meets alternate Tuesdays at the Druid’s Head pub, Kingston Market. We are a friendly group who listen to recorded jazz from all periods and would welcome new members. Contact Mike Crimmen (Sec) on 07795 574 776 or m.crimmen@ btinternet.com Kingston Pensioners’ Forum: Meets 2nd Monday each month at Reform Church, Eden Street, at 2pm. New members welcome. Talks, outings and tea and coffee. For more info: Contact Diane Double, Tel: 020 8397 5084, email: kingstonpensionersforum@hotmail.co.uk Kingston Philatelic Society: Meets 8-10pm on 1st Thurs & 3rd Fri, at Surbiton Library Hall, Ewell Road. Info: Brian Sole Tel: 01932 220 677 or email: brian.sole@btinternet.com Ladies Exercise Club: Friendly & fun ‘Keep Moving’ exercise/movement class for ladies 60+ at Berrylands Christian Centre, King Charles Road. Friday 10.15 - 11.15am plus refreshments. Come & try first, free first class. Then £5.50 pay as you come. Call Mary, 01483 284 716 or maryedwards@uwclub.net Mind in Kingston: Drop in and café at Alfriston Day Centre Berrylands Road, Thurs 6-9.30pm, Sat & Sun 2-5.30pm.

Also at Welcome Centre 53-55 Canbury Park, Mon & Fri 6-9pm. All welcome, www. mindkingston.org.uk or 020 8255 3939

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What’s On/Local Events Mrs Bennet’s Ballroom:Wednesdays.

Learn Regency dancing at St Mark’s Church Hall, Surbiton, 8pm - 10.30pm.

Cost £5 per eve. See advert. Contact Libby Curzon, 020 8391 1215. Email: curzone@hotmail.com Oasis daytime group for over 60s: at Emmanuel Church, Grand Avenue, Tolworth. We have flower arranging talk at 2.30pm on Wednesday, 21st November, with plenty of opportunity to chat, play games do jigsaw puzzles and includes a 5 minute Bible-based talk followed by refreshments. Tel: 020 8390 6631 or 020 8395 2645 Open Door: Meetings held at BCC Hall King Charles Road. Alternate Thursdays, 2.15 - 4.00pm. Meetings on 8th & 22nd November. A friendship group aimed at seniors. Afternoon tea, chat and short talks from local organisations.

St Marks Church:Weds mornings 10.0011.30 Stay and Play for Toddlers and Carers at St Mark’s Church Hall, St Mark’s Hill. Friday Mornings Coffee and Cake corner 10-11.30am, drop in for coffee at St Andrew’s Church, Maple Road, no booking required for any of them.

Scottish Country Dancing: On Thursdays 7.30pm - 10.30pm at St Mark’s Church Hall. Tuition for half an hour from 7.30.

Membership £5 a year, Members £3/ evening, non-members £4. Join our friendly, informal club for good fun and an easy way to excercise. Check website: www.surbitoncaledonian.co.uk or call: 01932 784 866 ‘Sing on Purpose’ at the CornerHouse, Douglas Road, KT6 7SB. All welcome, £5 per session. Adults: Mondays 9.30 10.30am; Youth: Fridays 4.45 - 5.45pm.

Contact: Steve or Pam 07763 081320 Surbiton Club for the Blind and Visually Impaired: Meets alternate Tues 2-4pm at Surbiton Hill Methodist Church, Ewell Road. Social club with entertainment and

To advertise call Karen: 020 8274 0096

tea. Transport available if necessary. For information: 0744 364 3716 . Volunteer drivers very welcome.

Surbiton Floral Club: 1st Weds of the month at Raeburn Hall United Reform Church, Elgar Avenue. 7.30 for 7.45pm start. Floral demos, talks, workshops & outings. Tel: 020 8399 8193

Talking of Trains in Surbiton: Programme of talks at Surbiton Library Hall, each Wednesday evening from 19th Sept, throughout winter months. First meeting free, fee for complete year is £50. Details on www.talkingoftrains.co.uk For further information contact: David Blackmore, 020 8391 1116.Em: dandp@blueyonder. co.uk Tiny Tunes: Mon 10am & 10.50am at Surbiton Library Hall. Tues 10am & 10.50am at St Nicholas Parish Church, Summer Rd, Thames Ditton. All sessions 40 mins long, features music, dance, parachutes, bubbles & pom-poms. Age 3 months -5 years, pay as you go £5, siblings £2.50 www.tinytuneslive.com Tolworth United Reform Church, Elgar Ave: PILOTS Mondays in term time 5.30 7pm, children’s activities, crafts, stories for 5 -11 year olds. Weekly cost £1.50, please call Roger on 07525 410 083 / 0202 8393 4270 or email jones.ra@btinternet. com for information.

Tolworth World of Dance: Weds 8 9.30pm (term time). Dance for Fun, Fitness & Friends, beginners always welcome, see advert. Contact: Brenda 020 8397 9649 or philip.steventon@ btinternet.com

If your club or society is not listed on the Local Events, send in the details!! Why not send in your events for Christmas for the What’s On page? Clubs, Schools, Churches, & Charity events should be submitted to

karen@berrylands-companion.co.uk

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Surbiton & District Historical Society

Tues 5th March: This is our AGM. There is no charge for visitors this evening, please come & find out about our Society. Refreshments at the end will be free.

Tues 2nd April: Mr Andy Thomas will talk on’The Story of English Freedom’ Tues 7th May: Mr Trevor Strong will talk on ‘Tally Sticks, Templars and Trade’ Tues 4th June: Mr Stephen Chater will talk on ‘Ruin, Wren and Renewal - The Great Fire of London’ Meetings start time: 7.45pm at Surbiton Library Hall, Ewell Road, Surbiton. Visitors welcome, Contribution of £2 appreciated For more details about meetings and the Society, call

The Secretary: 020 8399 4473 Email: lenandmarilyn@virginmedia.com

Kingston upon Thames Archaeological Society

For all gardeners and allotment holders!

We are a small friendly local society providing gardening supplies at very reasonable prices to our members: 9 Seeds, summer and spring bulbs, onion sets, seed potatoes.

9 Summer bedding plants and other young plants according to season.

9 Traditional and organic fertilizers and soil improvers/conditioners.

9 Lawn and rose treatments, weedkillers, pest controls.

9 Growbags and bagged compost, pots, gloves, trays, canes, netting etc.

Annual membership just £2, senior citizens £1.

Website:www.horticultural.moonfruit.co.uk Email: chesshort@live.co.uk

Our trading hut is conveniently sited at Moor Lane Allotments (just off Moor Lane near The Bonesgate pub) Open every Sunday 10am to 12noon, except December.

In accordance with our "members only" policy, new members are always welcome to join!

Thurs 14th March: Richard Watson, KUTAS Committee Member will talk on’Visits to some Viking Sites in Denmark’ Thurs 11th April: Dr Judie English will talk on’Merchants, Military Men & Migrants’ incomers to London & the S E in the Romano-British period & later Thurs 9th May: Will Rathouse will talk on ‘The Archeology of the Thames Foreshore’ Meetings, unless otherwise stated, are held on the 2nd Thursday of the month, at 7.30pm for 8pm start, in the Surbiton Library Hall, Ewell Road, KT6 6AG. Visitors will be asked for £3 donation towards expenses. http://www.kingstonarchaeology.com/

Annual Membership just £2.50, senior citizens £1.50

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1. Terminate gradually (5,3)

Surbiton & District Bird Watching Society 2. A Sultanate in northwestern Borneo (6) 3. Horologist (10)

4. Slightly open (4) Mar 19th: The Magic of Mallorca, by Chris 5. Engage somebody to enter the army (6) Ward 6. Represents or performs as if in a play (6) 8. Come to terms with (7)

Apr16th: Kent’s Wild Year,

by Simon 9. Shortened term for provocation (5) Ginnaw 13. Returning to political office (10)

May 21st: Social great in size (7) 15. Unusually

16. After sunrise and before sunset (8) 17. Strong and sharp (5) Outings: 18. Having little emotion or sensibility (6) 20. Add to the very end (6) Mar 3rd Acres Down.

Contact John 22. Sun: The highest point; culminate (6) Barkham Tel: 01372 24. Compass point458 (4) 739

Mar 17th Sun: Barnes WWT Contact Jonathan Hannam Tel: 01372 470 280 October Sudoku Apr 7th Sun: Bushy Park Family Day Contact Thelma Caine Tel: 01372 468 432 Please note that it is imperative to phone the leader to confirm participation, arrange time and meeting place and/or pre-arrange lifts.

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HOOK ALLOTMENTS AND GARDENS ASSOCIATION Are you interested in gardening?

Did you know there is an association in Hook?

Our Association was founded over 50 years ago and is run36 by volunteers, can provide a E Page 33-40.indd wide range of composts, fertilisers, seeds and other gardening products at not-for-profit prices to our members. We support gardeners and allotment holders.

We currently have full and half plots available to rent. Contact: John on 07807 300 749 Membership is £2.50 a year and new allotment holders have free membership for the first year Our trading facility is situated next to the entrance to the allotment plots, beyond the rugby club pavillion, rear of King Edward’s Recreation Ground, Hook Road, Chessington Open: Sundays 10am - 12 noon Feb - Nov 10am - 11am Nov - Jan

To advertise call Karen: 020 8274 0096

Remember, you can pick up a copy of A Berrylands Companion magazine at the following: C.D.Jennings, B&M Budget Store, Surbiton & Tolworth Libraries, Shan’s Pharmacy, Tolworth Recreation Centre, The Lamb, MBE Surbiton, Read it whilst you wait at: Aspen Vets, Berrylands Autocare Garage, Confidental Dentist Surgery, Collinsons Opticians, If you would like copies at your business please call me on: 020 8274 0096

Deadlines for submitting new artwork for forthcoming issues of A Berrylands Companion 8th March for April issue 22/01/2010 00:22:03 8th April for May issue 8th May for June issue June 8th for July/Aug issue Aug 8th for September issue Sept 8th for October issue 8th Oct for November issue 8th Nov for Dec/January issue 8th Jan for February issue 8th Feb for March issue For more information call Karen on 020 8274 0096 or send an email to

karen@berrylands-companion.co.uk email: karen@berrylands-companion.co.uk

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Care & Health Kingston Health Centre Fiona Smith Chiropodist Slimming World Health

Rest & Relaxation King George Field Bowls Club 9 Mrs Bennet’s Ballroom Classes 43 Rebel Waltz Cycle Solutions 13 31/35 Snappy Snaps 56 Surbiton Racket & Fitness Club

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Alan Sursham Berrylands Autocare Community Motors K&P Tyres Walsh Vehicle Management Drive

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Food & Drink C.D.Jennings Glenmore House Prithi Bake Recipe

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