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HELLO AND WELCOME TO THe April edition of THE CM21 CONNECTION Well haven’t we been lucky with the weather and we’re being told to expect a warm Easter too. Won’t that just be lovely if it holds true for the Bank Holiday! Last year we went to Dartmouth for half term... even managed to do some “crabbing” it was heaven - no smashing Winkles or the like these days - we were given a washing tablet bag filled with ham and bread to use. Genius and no mess!
CONNECTION april 2015 ISSUE 6
CONTENTS ■ FEATURES & ARTICLES
I digress or day dream... back to the job in hand. There are lots of events coming up in the next few months which is reflected by the increase in the number of our Community Pages - we have a whopping 3 pages of shows and open days and events for you. Team that with the What’s On pages there really is lots and lots of things to keep us all busy and it’s all local - yey!
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Until next month, Happy Easter!
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Lorraine
20 Look What’s Cooking
9 In Person 11 Easter Treasure Hunt
■ FUN & LEISURE 12 Short Story
22 Puzzles & Brain Teasers
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■ IT’S YOUR COMMUNITY 16 Local Community 24 What’s On 27 The Listings 29 Index 30 Useful Numbers
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ADVERTISING FEATURE
property column The home-selling process for first-time buyers It’s often assumed that when it comes to selling a property in Bishop’s Stortford everyone sort of knows what they’re doing and how to go about it. Most people sell things all the time on Ebay or Facebook, so the concept of selling something a bit bigger on a different portal must be relatively similar- right? Wrong! Selling your home whether you’re a first time seller or an experienced property guru can be a total nightmare because there are so many different factors at play. So for a first time seller it can be really daunting knowing where to start. Hopefully our handy checklist below will help you to get your affairs in order and get your home sold faster and for the best price! 1. Where are you going? When you’re thinking of moving you need to have a clear idea of what you’re looking for in a new property, where you want to move to and the cost of the next property. Sit down and work out what your new home will cost you and work out if you’re likely to need to get a mortgage for it. 2. Find yourself a good solicitor. If you haven’t got one already- or perhaps aren’t too fond of the one you have then ensure that you find yourself a great solicitor who is on your level and will do their best to help you with the sale of your property. You need to be open and honest with them so they can help you to full effect! 3. Give your home a once over. If you’re looking to sell, it’s a great idea to give your home a bit of attention before you list with an agent. Ask a friend or neighbour to go around the house with you and make notes on what needs to be done in each room- don’t forget the garden either. Your friend’s fresh eyes will help to see the things you might look past day-to-day. This will ensure that your home is de-cluttered and given some TLC before you think about photo-shoots and viewings!
4. Instruct an agent. Make sure you interview at least 3 agents and get 3 valuations done on your property. Not only will this help you to solidify in your mind what your property is worth but it also gives you the chance to meet and choose the agent whose practice you like the most and who you have a good rapport with. Getting your property valued will also help you to see how much money you could have to play with which will help you sort your moving finances. 5. Professional Photos. Make sure you instruct an estate agent who champions professional photography. In order to make your home look as appealing as possible you must ensure your photos are top quality. 6. Let your agent do their job. It is your agents’ job to advise you on how best to sell your property in your area and in the current climate. So listen to their advice and ensure that where possible you can cooperate with them. They know the property market like the back of their hand so allow them to spearhead selling the property for you. We also recommend that where possible you allow your agent to conduct viewings as often potential buyers don’t show their true thoughts and feeling on a property if they’re shown around by the current owners. Hopefully our hints and tips will stand you in good stead to sell your property faster and for more. Still confused? Don’t panic! If you’re thinking of selling your first home but have no idea where to start, just pick up the phone and give us a call on 01279 719193, we’d love to offer you some more helpful advice to help get your home sold.
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HOBBIES - ballroom Dancing it’s time to get that strictly sparkle By Kate McLelland
With an average audience of 10.7 million viewers for the 11th series, it’s clear that Strictly Come Dancing is still one of Britain’s favourite TV shows. In addition to its UK success, the BBC has sold the format to other countries and the show - renamed ‘Dancing with the Stars’ for overseas audiences - is now watched by over 250 million people worldwide. So what is ballroom dancing and why is has it proved so addictive, not only for Strictly’s high profile participants but for the many thousands who take part in social and competitive dance events throughout the world?
The term “Ballroom Dancing” refers to a set of partner dances that have their roots in Europe, North America and Latin America. In Europe formal dances began to receive recognition in the late 16th century, when a French writer called Jehan Tabourot published a study of the social dances of the day, including popular medieval dances such as the pavane, galliard and branie. The French enthusiasm for dance continued strongly throughout the 17th and 18th centuries, when Louis XIV decided to found a royal academy of music and dance and ordered officials to draw up precise rules for the execution of every dance.
During this period the Minuet was the height of fashion. This dance required multiple partners, holding hands at a respectful distance, to move together in formation. In the early 19th century the introduction of the waltz, which required partners to move independently, facing each other in a ‘closed hold’, initially caused outrage as it was thought to encourage scandalous intimacy. The waltz sounded the death-knell of the oldfashioned sequence dances and by the early 20th century the pattern of modern ballroom dancing had begun to emerge. A new wave
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of music, inspired by black jazz musicians in America, encouraged the development of a range of new dances including the Charleston. The public was hungry to learn these new routines and so a number of enterprising professional dance teachers made it their business to analyse, write down, publish and teach the new moves. If popular dance was to flourish it was essential that people should be able to learn the right steps, and establishments such as the famous Arthur Murray School of Dance in the USA led the way: bringing dance to the masses.
This intense interest in ballroom dance eventually led to competitive events, and the first unofficial world championship took place in 1909. Nowadays referred to as “Dancesport”, competitive ballroom dancing is recognised by the International Olympic Committee.
If you’ve been well and truly bitten by the ‘Strictly’ bug, your next step could be to try out some of the dances yourself. Learning to dance is the ideal way to keep fit and ballroom dancing is suitable for people of all ages. It’s also a great way to meet new people who share your passion. Visit www.dancenearyou. co.uk to find the address of a dance studio in your area.
Ballroom dance requires a high degree of skill and versatility. It’s attractive and exciting, but it’s also enormous fun. ‘Strictly’ fever is sweeping the nation for good reason and given the renewed interest in ballroom dancing at all levels, it’s a great time to get out there and experience that addictive dancefloor glamour for yourself.
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local business people in person Name and Business: John Furnace from Viking Solar Ltd. Where do you live? I have lived in Sawbridgeworth for 17 years. What’s your favourite local shop? I really like Cycle King; and Budgens comes a close second. What’s your favourite local venue? I’ve got two favourites. The Bell pub because of the atmosphere and music, and the Memorial Hall because it’s a great place for a party. What do you like best about Sawbridgeworth? The people - they are really friendly; they always give you a hello and a smile when you pass. What do you like doing when you’re not working? I love finding new tracks on my mountain bike with my cycling buddies.
I set up my business because… My wife Annelise and I have always been fascinated by renewable energy and wanted to spread the benefits to others - halving fuel bills, going green, becoming energy independent and earning from the Feed-in Tariff, all rolled into one. What’s the best thing that’s happened to you recently? That’s easy - Sunday lunch with all the family at Annelise’s mum’s - she’s the best cook in the world! Favourite one liner or saying? I like the one from Dory in Finding Nemo: “When life gets you down do you wanna know what you’ve gotta do? Just keep swimming!”
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easter Treasure hunt sawbridgeworth congregational church Come along to Sawbridgeworth Congregational Church, London Road to collect a clue sheet before embarking on our annual Easter treasure hunt! The hunt takes place along Bell Street and the surrounding areas with clues being for local shops. Once you have found all the clues, come back to the Church to complete your sheet and to
pick up a free goody bag. There will be a bouncy castle, craft and a lots more! All are welcome to this free event! For more info call Gary on 01279 722 373.
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Fun & leisure
short story The stakeout By Jackie Breswter
Maurice poured another cup of strong coffee and stretched out his stiff legs. This was his first stakeout and while there had been no activity in the cul-de-sac for an hour he suspected things could change quickly. All the residents were now present and correct. The Caffertys, at number 2, had drawn their lounge curtains. The family at number 4 had finally managed to get their kids in bed. The Mordells at number 6 were in their kitchen washing up after dinner. Maurice took the last bite of the sandwich Q had delivered as he settled down in shadows of the porch here at number 8. By his side was a camera and a walkie-talkie. House number 10 was the main focus of his investigation. Jeff had moved in four weeks ago. Tall, receding, he kept himself to himself. His lawn was mowed and his flowerbeds weeded, but it was four weeks ago when the trouble began and Maurice didn’t believe in coincidences. Every driveway had a dustbin standing like a sentinel for the morning refuse collection. Every driveway, that is, except number 10. Kevin Mordell appeared at his front door pulling on his coat. The Mordells’ dog, Boris, part Chihuahua, part hot dog sausage, scurried outside. Maurice made a note in his book. Kevin Mordell, lazy dog walker, secret smoker, allowed the dog to run over everyone’s lawn while he enjoyed his one cigarette of the evening. The dog scampered up to Maurice and sniffed around at the empty sandwich wrapper. “Shoo Boris!” Maurice whispered urgently. The last thing he needed was to have his cover blown. Boris, a nervous dog, was quick to scurry away. Kevin whistled and disappeared with Boris back into the house. Maurice sighed with relief, checked the time, and noted it in his book. The fluorescent light in the garage at number 10 flickered on. Something was happening. Maurice studied Jeff as he pulled up his garage door and with a sound like thunder wheeled his dustbin to
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the end of his drive. This is it thought Maurice. He reached for his camera. In his hurry the lens cap dropped to the tarmac with a loud click. Jeff paused and peered into the darkness. Maurice held his breath. Out of the corner of his eye a shadowy figure hurried onto the pavement, lifted the lid of the Mordells’ dustbin and tried to cram a huge black bin liner inside. ‘Got you!’ Maurice thought. He pointed the camera and fired off the flash. Mrs Cafferty was caught in the blinding light. “Put your rubbish in your own bin”, Maurice barked. Mrs Cafferty rubbed her eyes. “Mine’s full”, she called guiltily, “what’s the harm?” “They won’t take it if the lid won’t close”, Maurice called back. Mrs Cafferty sighed, pulled out the bag and dragged it back up her drive. Maurice shook his head, it’s always the ones you least expect. He picked up his walkie-talkie. “Q do you copy..?” There was nothing but crackle on the other end. The front door behind him opened. “What now Maurice?” His wife, Queenie, stood there in her dressing gown. “I said not to bother me when I’m watching my programme”. “I’ve caught the culprit, red handed”. “I hope you’re proud”, Queenie grumbled, “now get inside, you’re letting all the cold air in”. She spotted Jeff who was still stood by his dustbin. “Welcome to the street!” she called. He nodded and backed slowly up his drive.
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RECIPE OF THE MONTH
LOOK WHAT’S COOKING Greek Vegetable Bake 2 large potatoes, peeled and thickly sliced 1 large aubergine, trimmed and sliced 3 tbsp olive oil 2 garlic cloves, peeled and crushed 150ml vegetable stock 1 tsp dried oregano 2 tsp tomato puree 300g thick Greek yogurt 2 medium eggs, beaten 1 tbsp cornflour
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TIP: Sprinkle with some freshly grated Parmesan cheese or thin slices of mozzarella cheese before baking to make this dish even tastier!
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UPCOMING LOCAL EVENTS
WHAT’S ON ■■ every mon Adult Choir Sawbridgeworth Memorial Hall No experience required, suitable for all ages and abilities. Time: 8-9pm, cost: £5.50 per session, contact: 07785 562529 or email: infor@ diverseperformingarts.co.uk ■■ Every Fri Sawbridgeworth Country Market The Church House Hall (next to Great St Mary’s) Homemade cakes and preserves, seasonal fruit & veg, free range eggs plus crafts and greetings cards. Everyone welcome. Time: 10.30am-12noon. ■■ Sat 4th April Sawbridgeworth Farmers’ Market Bell Street Car Park First Saturday of the month. Time: 9am-1pm, contact: 724537 or email: mail info@ sawbridgeworth-tc.gov.uk ■■ Sat 4th April Town Easter Treasure Hunt Sawbridgeworth Congregational Church Come along to Sawbridgeworth Congregational Church, London Road to collect a clue sheet before embarking on our annual Easter treasure hunt. The hunt takes place along Bell Street and the surrounding areas with clues being for local shops. Once you have found all the clues, come back to the Church for a free goody bag, bouncy castle, craft and a lot more! All are welcome to this free event! Time: 10-11.30am, contact Gary for further information on: 722 373. ■■ Sat 4th April Easter Egg Hunt Across Sawbridgeworth, culminating in The Tudor House Gallery
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Easter hunt to take place all over Sawbridgeworth with prizes of beautiful hand-made fused glass art works - 10 will be given away in total. Sawbridgeworth will wake up and find the most gorgeous hand tied tickets hanging everywhere - from railings, fences, hanging from trees, in the churchyard, in the playgrounds, all along the high street - everywhere! Each ticket is a winning ticket and all people have to do is pick one up and bring it to the shop to collect their prize. Each ticket will be coded so we will know who has won what and people win either an artwork or chocolate eggs! Good luck! Contact: 600112, www.thetudorhouse.gallery ■■ Fri 10th April Pre Season Dinner with Special Guest Speak: Angus Fraser MBE Sawbridgeworth Cricket Club Angus will be speaking as well as our very own Declan Griffin! Ticket includes two course meal with cheese & biscuits to follow. Time: 8pm, tickets: £25, contact Matt: 07584 246472, email Karen: kjbirch@btinternet.com or via Mint Cafe. ■■ Sat 11th & Sun 12th April Art & Photographic Exhibition Memorial Hall, Sawbridgeworth This varied art and photographic competition is open for viewing and exhibitors. There will be a hanging fee of £1 per item including unframed canvases to be hung, Un-framed art exhibits will be placed in browsers around the hall at a fee of 50p per exhibit. The Sawbridgeworth WI who are organising it will take 20% commission on work sold. Time:10.30am-4.30pm, admission: £1, raffle in support of Isabel Hospice. ■■ Fri 17th April
CM21 Network Meeting Mark David Kitchens CM21 Network Group provides a networking space where local businesses in Sawbridgeworth & surrounding areas meet to connect & collaborate. Time: 9.30am, cost: £5, email: theCM21network@gmail.com
What’s on a little further afield... ■■ Every Sat Harlow Parkrun School Lane, Harlow Town Park FREE, weekly, timed 5km run. Time: 9am, www.parkrun.org.uk/ harlow ■■ Fri 3rd April Easter Egg Hunt Parndon Wood Nature Reserve Have a go at our Easter trail hunt to see if you can find a chocolate egg. Den Building, Pond Dipping* and Bug Hunting* packs are also available, or why not make your own Easter card or rabbit mask**? *£1 deposit required for equipment hire **50p per craft pack. Time: 11am - 4pm, tickets: £3 per child (incl. Easter Egg), contact: 430005 or email josey.travell@ ecco.org.uk ■■ Sun 5th April Easter Day Easter Egg Hunt Gibberd Garden, CM17 0NA An opportunity for the whole family to enjoy the Garden with activities for children, including an Easter Egg Hunt. Refreshments available in the Barn tea room as well as our usual coffee, tea and cakes. Time: 2-6pm, adults: £4, concs: £3, accompanied children: £1 (516), www.thegibberdgarden.co.uk ■■ Sat 11th & sun 12th Spring Family Fun Day Parndon Wood Nature Reserve, CM19 4SF
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IN april 2015 Come with your loved ones and try to see all the signs of spring within the reserve! Activities available include den building and pond dipping and bug hunting equipment available for £1 deposit. You can also hire some binoculars and see which birds you can see too! Contact: 430005 or email josey. travell@ecco.org.uk ■■ Sun 12th April St Clare Hospice 10K Run St Clare Hospice, Hastingwood, CM17 9JX Whether you’re a club runner looking for a personal best or someone who would like a 10K running challenge, this is the perfect event for you! The Hospice run covers 10K (approx. 6 miles) over road surfaces. You can preregister for the run and registration closes by post and online at midday on Wednesday 8th April at a cost of £12 (£10 for affiliated runners). Registration will reopen on the day from 9.30am at a cost of £15 (£13 for affiliated runners). The event is open to those aged 15 and above. Time: 10.30am, if you have any questions please contact the fundraising team on 773750 or fund@stclarehospice.org.uk ■■ Tue 14th april Linked4Growth Harlow The Gibberd Gallery, The Civic Centre, Harlow Monthly community and business networking event. Completely informal, drop-in session designed to nurture, support and get the community talking... from here good things happen! Time: from 9.30pm, entrance: £3 to cover cost of tea/coffee & biscuits, for more information and to book: link4growth.biz/l4g/ ■■ Wed 15th April How to Run a Reading Group Bishop’s Stortford Library LEARNING
We are inviting members of reading groups or those who would like to join or start a reading group along, to share ideas and best practise. We will also be sharing ideas of books to read. Time: 7.30pm, FREE but please do book your place at the library. ■■ Sat 18th april Matching Farmers’ Indoor Market Matching Tye Village Hall Third Sat of the month. 19 food and drink stalls, plus a few craft stalls. Enjoy good quality fresh produce from farmers and other producers from within a 40 mile radius. Why not give it a try? Time: 10am to midday, FREE entry. ■■ Sat 18th & Sun 19th April Birds of Parndon Wood Parndon Wood Nature Reserve, CM19 4SF Join us for a day where you can learn all about the birds of Parndon Wood and talk to members of the RSPB about how you can help our wildlife. Contact: 430005 or email josey. travell@ecco.org.uk ■■ Tue 21st April Meet the Author: Dorothy Koomson Bishop’s Stortford Library We are very lucky to welcome bestselling author Dorothy Koomson to talk about her writing and her new book “That Girl from Nowhere”. Time: 7.15pm, tickets: £7/£5 concs available online from www. hertsdirect.org/libaryeventtickets or by phone: 01707 281533. ■■ Tue 21st April Contexture Theatre Presents: Stones in His Pockets Rhodes Arts Complex The second play of the season is the hilarious and moving tale of a quiet Irish community turned upside down by the arrival of a
Hollywood movie shoot. Seen by over 2 million people and universally loved by all that see it, this play is brought to life by two highly talented actors who play 15 characters between them. Although the play centres on two down on their luck Irish lads, the comedy is mainly found in the offbeat and outlandish characters they dexterously step in and out of. Time: 7.30pm (3pm matinees on Thurs, Sat & Sun), tickets: £17, £15 concs, £12 groups & schools, www.rhodesbishopsstortford.org. uk ■■ Thu 23rd to Sat 25th April East Herts Operatic Society Presents: Hot Mikado Victoria Hall Theatre, Old Harlow CM17 0ED With a very talented cast made up of new and old faces, this surely is a show not to be missed! Contact: 07595 352 633, email: info@ehos.co.uk or www.ehos. co.uk/ ■■ Sat 25th April Hatfield Heath Farmers’ Market Hatfield Heath Village Hall Hatfield Heath farmers market is a traditional farmers market where all stallholders have handmade or homegrown the produce they are selling. The market is held the 4th Saturday of every month. Time: 9.30am-12.30pm, FREE entry & parking, contact: 07956 563710. ■■ Sat 25th April Little Hadham Farmers’ Market Little Hadham Village Hall Local farmers’ market on the last Saturday of every month. Time: 8.30-11.30am, contact: Geoff and Jan Williamson: 771272. Watch out for many more events in our next issue.
HEALTHMENTION & FITNESS THELIVE MUSIC LOCAL HISTORY THEATRETO ADVERTS WILDLIFE & NATURE 25 PLEASE CM21 CONNECTION WHEN RESPONDING
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INFORMATION AT A GLANCE
the listings Arts & Crafts Herts & Essex Boundary Flower Club
Meet 1st Tue of every month at The Barnabus Centre Contact via: herts_ essexboundaryflowerclub@ yahoo.co.uk
The Self Help Group for the Visually Handicapped
Contact: Mrs Joyce Vincent 01279 723649 Music & Performing Arts Youth Create
Contact: Liz Evans 07528 845113
Sawbridgeworth Flower Arrangement Club
Sawbridgeworth Players
Sawbridgeworth Lacemakers
Social & Meeting Clubs
Contact: Mrs Hayward 01279 723076
Contact: 01279 423233 or 833158 Community Country Market
Contact: Mr A Jackson 01279 600251 Lifeline Romania
Contact: Mr & Mrs Amos 01279 723934 Guides & Scouts First Sawbridgeworth Scouts
Contact: Mr Nick Jones 0773 677 0736 Rainbows, Brownies, Guides & Rangers
Contact: Mrs Gilly Squire 07752 303437 Health & Family Care
Saplings Parent & Toddler Group
Meet every Fri 9-11.30am at the Memorial Hall P.A.C.T Parents of Autistic Children Together
Meet 1st Wed of every month at All Saints School Contact: via website: www. pactforautism.org.uk/index. php/services/parent-meeting
Contact: Sheila Goodwin 01279 724608
Grove Cottage the home of Bishop’s Stortford Mencap
Various clubs throughout the week Contact: 656085 or info@mencapgrovecottage. org
Sawbridgeworth Garden Club
Contact: 01279 864398 or 721017
Sawbridgeworth Rotary Club
Contact: Mr P Clark 01279 726108
Sawbridgeworth Social Club
Contact: 01279 722310
Sawbridgeworth Learning for Pleasure Club Contact: Mrs Verina Pettigrew (membership secretary)
01279 722365 or 723152 Sawbridgeworth W.R.V.S
Contact: 01279 659669
The University of the Third Age
Contact via website: u3asites. org.uk for information on local groups and classes
Fiddlers Brook Morris Dancing
Sport & Fitness
Hailey Centre
Contact: Mr A Passfield 01279 724788
Contact: Mrs G Munro 01279 723707 Meeting Place for Over 55s Contact: 01279 721221 Friends of Great St Mary’s
Contact: Mrs Mary Shipman 01279 723268
Air Training Corps 309 Squadron
Sawbridgeworth Bowling Club
Contact: 01279 726414
Sawbridgeworth Cricket Club
Contact: 01279 600178
Sawbridgeworth Bridge Club
Meet Mon 7.15-9.45pm) Contact: Jill Clark 01279 726524 Sawbridgeworth Family History Group
Meet every other month at the Church House, Sawbridgeworth at 7pm Contact Mike Norris 01279 722535, email: wychmick@btinternet.com
Do you belong to a local not-for-profit club, group or organisation? If so, please do get in touch and tell us all about it. We would like to know when and where the group meets and also details of how others can get in touch, thank you. 01279 410345 or email: local@cmconnection.uk
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01279 724239 www.yourperfecttravel.co.uk Holidays and travel provided by Not Just Travel Ltd, a trading division of Hays Travel Ltd. Agents for ATOL holders. Members of ABTA - K9413
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INDEX OF ADVERTISERS
Accountants & Bookkeeping
Domestic Services
HGC Accountancy Services Ltd 13 Phillips & Co. 28 Tax Assist Accountants 9
AP & R Domestics Clear Ovens Oven Clean
Aerials & Satellites
Electrical Services
Mediacoms 26
AP & R Domestics
Building Services
Estate Agents/Lettings
Security
28 21 10
Carpentry Services
Jobsworth 5 21
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Children’s Activities
Cookies Cooking School 5 Eureka Tutoring 6 Graham School of Dance 15 Ruggerbugs 15 Soccerkidz Academy 5
Handyman Services Health, Fitness & Wellbeing
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Travel Agencies
Your Perfect Travel
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Windows, Doors & Conservatories
Bennbrook Windows ■ 19 Sovereign Windows 32
6
Home Interiors/Furnishings
Stort Blinds Ltd
2
Kitchens & Design
Mark David Enterprises Ltd
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Painting & Decorating
MGT Painting & Decorating
10
Plumbing & Heating
Complimentary Therapy
Infinite Possibilities ■ 6 The Centre of Wellbeing 6
Bryson Gas Services RCJ Plumbing & Heating
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Schools & Learning
Cookery Schools
Cookies Cooking School
13 6 6
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Restaurants
Mint Cafe
Garden Services
The Centre of Wellbeing
Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning
Chris Sitton Carpet Cleaning
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Solicitors
Spectrum Family Law Ltd
The Personal Property Shop
M.R Carpentry
Solar Energy Equipment Suppliers
Viking Solar 28
Grabco 10 JMG Property Services 6 LT Landscapes 6 M.R Carpentry 21 MWS Properties (Sawbridgeworth) 4 R Doyle Roofing & Maintenance 5 VSF Ltd Garage Repairs 3
Harlow Garden Services Ltd JMG Property Services LT Landscapes
Mediacoms 26
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Cookies Cooking School Driver CPC 4U Ltd Eureka! Tutoring The Centre of Wellbeing
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INFORMATION AT A GLANCE
USEFUL NUMBERS ALL IN ONE PLACE Community Centres
Places of Worship
Cllr Barry Hodges
01279 723189
Sawbridgeworth Memorial Hall The Forebury CM21 9BD 07952 475839
Church of The Most Holy Redeemer Sayesbury Avenue CM21 0ED 01279 842354
Cllr Peter Mitchell
01279 654190
Cllr Will Mortimer
01279 722294
Great St Mary’s Church Church Street CM21 9AB 01279 726629
Cllr Tom Reeks
01279 831830
Cllr Joyce Vincent
01279 723649
Cllr Andrew Wincott
01279 726062
Bullfields Centre Cutforth Road CM21 9DE 07879 861261
Doctors Central Surgery Bell Street
01279 603180
St James’ Church (High Wych) High Wych Road CM21 0JB 01279 600894
Hospitals NHS Direct
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01279 655191
PAH (Hospital)
01279 444455
0207 219 6358
01279 725428
Pharmacies
Village Pharmacy 7 Bell Street CM21 9AR
01279 722201
01279 722357
0845 782 3333
Reedings Junior School
01279 722393
101 0845 555 111
Other Numbers 01279 508448
01279 722109
Citizens Advice Bureau
0844 411 1444
01279 836633
Isobel Hospice Advice Line
01707 382575
MS Society
01279 420059
Samaritans
0845 790 9090
01279 722578
St Clare Hospice Advice Line
01279 773773
01279 723204
Train Enquiries
0845 748 4950
01279 723737
EMERGENCY NUMBERS
Town Council
Town Councillors Cllr Mrs Angela Alder
01279 722360
Cllr Eric Buckmaster
01279 725428
Cllr Ruth Buckmaster
01279 725428
Cllr Pat Coysten
01279 723425
Cllr Derek Filler
01279 730146
Electricity Emergency
0800 783 8838 Gas Emergency
0800 111 999
Whilst every care has been taken to ensure that the data in this publication is accurate, the Editor cannot accept any liability to any party for any loss or damage caused by errors or omissions. All adverts are published in good faith. The CM21 Connection is an independent organisation. The magazine and content, including all in-house artwork, advert design and editorial, remains the copyright of the Publisher and under no circumstances may be copied or reproduced in any format without the prior consent of the Publisher. © 2015 The CM21 Connection / Connection Magazines / Lorraine Perry. All rights reserved.
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Alzheimer’s Society
Town Clerk: Richard Bowran 01279 724537
Hertfordshire Police Non-Emergency 101
Crimestoppers
Leventhorpe Secondary School
Spellbrook C of E Primary School
Police
Sawbridgeworth Police
Fawbert & Barnards Infants School
Mandeville Primary School
Mayor
Bell Pharmacy 3 Forelands Place CM21 9QD
BT Faultline Three Valleys Water
High Wych C of E Primary School
Local MP
Cllr Eric Buckmaster
Utilities
Schools
Herts & Essex General Hospital
Mark Prisk MP
Sawbridgeworth Evangelical Congregational Church London Road CM21 9EH 01279 724173
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