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Exciting times! It’s the first summer in a long while where we don’t have to worry so much about COVID restrictions. A sense of freedom has hit us all. Whether travelling within the UK or abroad, the strong likelihood is that we will want to use our cars to get to the airport, seaside, camping or trekking! So, lets help you get ready for a long-awaited relaxing holiday, making sure your travel is trouble free. There’s nothing worse than an untimely breakdown, which isn’t just financially draining but hugely inconvenient, so it is worth planning ahead. Fortunately, there are several steps you can take to help minimise your risk: Faultless Tyres The higher summer temperature increases the risk of a blowout, so it is important to carry out some simple checks before you leave the drive. Check the tyre tread depth is legal (1.6mm) and look for any uneven wearing across the tyre and for any cracks in the side walls. Remembering that 1.6mm means the tyre is 80% worn. Make sure the tyres are correctly inflated according to the load you’ll be carrying, especially if you are carrying cases, cycles, camping equipment, etc. The correct inflation information will be in the car’s handbook. To advertise call 07941 661004

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Pulling Trailers The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) have just released Trailer Safety Accreditation Scheme. DVSA recommend that anyone who is either new to towing or those who tow regularly, should attend the accredited training to make sure they have the skills and knowledge to tow safely. Find out more here: https://despatch.blog.gov.uk/2022/05/18/launchingthe-trailer-safety-accreditation-scheme/ Don’t forget to check the pressures of the trailer tyres too! Check your Levels Liquids react to high temperatures, so it’s important they are checked to avoid overheating. Coolant has the important job of preventing your engine from overheating. So, to prevent sitting on the hard shoulder (if you can find one) with smoke pouring from under the bonnet, it is wise to ensure it is topped to the right level before leaving on a long journey.

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We’re all going on a summer holiday… By Melanie Wooding Jones – Redbourn Auto Solutions, Caring for you and your car

Whilst you are under the bonnet, check your oil levels. Oil ensures your engine runs smoothly. If you don’t have sufficient in your sump or the quality is poor, parts can get damaged or at worst the engine can cease suddenly. Engines need to be topped with the right oil, so make sure you check which is right for your car first. Make sure you are using the correct fuel and that you have plenty in the car for a long journey to prevent unnecessary anxiety in traffic. Clear Vision Sunshine or rain, it’s important we can see clearly. It’s not just the bugs that hit our windscreen that impair our vision, but also the glare from the sunshine or glare from the road also. Reduce the effect of a dazzling sun by keeping your windscreen nice and clean inside and out! Make sure your windscreen wipers are effective by replacing worn or damaged wipers. Keep your washer fluid and screen wash to the correct level. It’s also useful to make sure you travel with a pair of sunglasses. Make sure any chips in your windscreen are repaired early. It’s much cheaper than replacing your To advertise call 07941 661004

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windscreen. See and be seen! Ensure all your lights are working and visible to others. Keep yourself healthy Anything that slows down your reaction time, hampers your judgement or hinders your concentration, can be dangerous. • •

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Make sure you don’t drive if you are on medication that makes you feel drowsy. Ensure you are feeling well enough to drive. Everyone is different, but if your body is battling a bug, it may be that it is slowing you down. If you’re sneezing drop back as (according to the AA) at 70mph you lose vision for up to 100m! Hay fever can be an issue March-September, so it is worth keeping the windows and vents closed. Also cleaning the mats and carpets regularly will help. If you are a smoker, ensure you extinguish your cigarette responsibly without causing danger to others or risk igniting roadside grass.

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Make sure you take breaks. Black Boxes ask you to take at least 20 minutes break every two hours. If travelling on a longer trip, plan several stops rather than one long one. Don’t drink alcohol or eat a heavy meal before driving (remember how you feel after a large Sunday roast!) If you feel tired, STOP! Drink a strong cup of coffee (or maybe two!). If you do need to take a nap, restrict it to 15 minutes and be careful where you park. Safety is paramount, so be aware of your surroundings and park legally. If parking in a car park, be aware of any restrictions (you don’t want to wake up to a ticket!)

Uneven Road surface Newer technology means that our roads are often repaired or replaced with a road surface that relies on people driving on it to bed down the lose chippings. There are a few examples of that around our villages currently. As frustrating as it can be, it is best to keep to the speed limit set (usually under 20mph) and keep your distance from the car in front. The lose chippings can cause damage to your car. It isn’t nice to hear them flicking up damaging your paintwork, but they also crack headlights and damage windscreens. Slow Moving Vehicles A slow-moving vehicle can be frustrating at the best of times, but if you’re running late the situation is exacerbated further. During the summer months we encounter many vehicles towing caravans or trailer tents and farm equipment such as tractors and construction equipment which all have a restricted speed. Make sure you leave plenty of distance and remember if you are navigating around them, they may well be longer than they appear, so you’ll need plenty of room to get past. Leave plenty of time for your journey so that you’re not tempted to rush and potentially make risky judgement calls.

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Avoid a breakdown Be aware of weather conditions and how that will affect the road. Heavy rain impairs vision and can make hot roads slippery. If you’re in the countryside dried mud becomes a skid pan! Keep you and belongings safe by placing all lose equipment in the boot. If you are involved in an accident, you’re reducing the likelihood of anyone being hit with a missile! Make sure you have the contact details of your AA/ RAC/Green Flag recovery to hand so that it is available should you ever need it. If you don’t think you have a recovery service, it might be worth checking your bank account details to see if they cover you. Continental Driving The rules have recently changed, so always worth checking the latest travel information before you depart for your chosen destination. GB Signage, warning triangles, first aid kits, booster seats, and covid restrictions could be different from when you last travelled. Don’t be the one who gets caught out with a flat tyre or a car that doesn’t start. It can ruin a good holiday. Make sure you are ready for your journey. Before you travel: • • • • •

Check vision – lights, wipers, clean windscreen Check levels – Coolant, Washer fluid and Oil levels Check tyres – tread depth, even wear, no cracks, correct inflation Use the appropriate driving style for the road – don’t take unnecessary risks Make sure you don’t drive when tired

If you are unsure or want help to ensure you can travel safely, book in for a Holiday Safety Check before you travel. We’ll be pleased to help and advise you. Happy holidays and safe travelling from us all at Redbourn Auto Solutions.

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The Chilterns Conservation Board say don’t feed Red Kites... and there are six reasons why not to

If you live in or near the Chilterns, you’ll know that red kites are one of Britain’s most magnificent and distinctive birds of prey, with fanned forked tails, a reddish-brown body and a distinctive mewing call. They’re a marvel to see circling overhead. Some people like to feed red kites meat in their gardens to attract large numbers – the birds make dramatic swoops to feed. While this is an impressive spectacle, you should not be feeding red kites. Here are some of the reasons why: 1.

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Feeding encourages red kites to become bolder than they naturally would be and to fly too close for comfort. They have sharp claws and a wingspan of around six foot. If the birds become a nuisance this could change public support for the welfare of these birds, perhaps leading us back down the road towards the persecution of red kites – part of the worrying history of these birds. Feeding encourages concentrated numbers of kites in one area. This discourages songbirds and ground nesting birds from feeding and successfully bringing up their young. The scraps of uncooked and cooked meat that people feed red kites don’t present a balanced, healthy diet. Red kites can drop scraps of meat onto neighbouring gardens and properties which is a health risk and attracts rats and vermin (the Conservation Board has even received complaints about scraps of meat dropping directly onto

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people’s heads!). Feeding discourages red kites from expanding their range and looking for new breeding territories and sources of food. This disrupts their natural population spread. Red kites can feed and thrive successfully in their natural habitat without our assistance. People were encouraged to feed them during their reintroduction in the 1990s, but now that this species is doing well, feeding is no longer necessary.

In Marlow in 2019 a mother described a quick-thinking red kite swooping to steal sandwiches out of her two young children’s hands, leaving one child with a scratch on its head. This made headlines, but this is not the natural behaviour of these birds – like seagulls they only gain such boldness when people feed them. From Victorian times onwards red kites were persecuted almost to the point of extinction due to misconceptions about their behaviour. People saw them feeding on dead lambs and pheasants and mistakenly thought the kites had killed them. The reality is that red kites are predominantly carrion feeders – they feed mostly on dead animals. Although they’re big birds they weigh less than a bag of sugar and they are too weak footed to catch anything other than a small rabbit. In modern times they do an important job of helping to clear the countryside of dead animals. The persecution of red kites was such that by the 1980s, red kites had become one of only three globally threatened species in the UK. In the 1990s a major conservation project saw the successful reintroduction of red kites in the Chilterns Area of Outstanding Natural beauty, and now they’re surviving and thriving and public support for these beautiful birds is strong. Kites are a great example of what a successful conservation project can achieve. So please avoid feeding the red kites – it’s far better to enjoy them soaring high above our gardens or in their natural environment on a walk in the Chilterns hills.

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Slip End

Tennis Club - We are a small, friendly club open to all ages. Membership enquiries: Steve Lyons (01582 414162) Coaching enquiries: Sally Parry (01582 413501) Gardening Club: We are a small, friendly club which meets five times per year, 8pm Slip End Village Hall. Guest speakers on gardening topics are booked for meetings. We organise the Village Open Gardens’ Day and Plant Sale in alternate years. Enquiries to Rosemary Wickens 01582 423622.

Flamstead

Computer Friendly Drop-in – for free and friendly help for your computer, tablet or smartphone. First Wednesday of the month at the Spotted Dog, Flamstead 10:30-12:30. Our contact details: Office 01727 617359, www.computerfriendlystalbans.org.uk

Caddington

Caddington and Slip End Runners – Front Street, Slip End 8pm Call 07587 189260 CaddingtonCare Good Neighbour Scheme CaddingtonCare continues to run its core service MondayFriday between 9am and 4.30pm. Please call 07548 264672. The Library in Caddington, held in the Allotment Hut off Folly Lane reopened on Thursday 5th August and runs from 10 am to 12 noon on alternate Thursdays. There is a large selection of books and jigsaws. Coffee, tea and biscuits are also available. Caddington W.I. Now meet 1st Tuesday of each month at 7.30 pm at the Caddington Sports and Social Club. Call Linda Edwards 01582 737036. Caddington Local History Group We meet on the fourth Thursday of every month at 7.30 pm in the Heathfield Centre. Contact John 07763832245 Tai Chi Mondays 1.30pm & Wednesdays 2pm Contact Christine 07850914438 12.30pm Chair Yoga Wednesdays 1.30pm Beginners Yoga Debbie 07948804031

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Village Hall – Sylvia Inns 07831 538682 Neighbourhood Watch – Caroline Streek 872410 Cricket Club – Duncan Wingfield 872743; Parish Council – Pat Mitchell 871178 Community Scheme – 07919 081473 Local History – Julia Holder 873465 Baby and Toddler Group - Jenny 07515 704404 or find us on Facebook. Meet Weds 10am - 11.30am, term time only in the Village Hall. £2 for the first child and £1 for each sibling.

Studham

Friends of Studham Common See website www.foscomm.org Studham Village Hall - Main hall and a meeting room available for hire. Modern kitchen. Activities include Art Club, Bingo, Carpet Bowls, Scrabble, Seniors Table Tennis, Women’s Institute (WI) Yoga. Contact: Des Salmon, 01582 872082 desstudham@btconnect.com

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Tennis Club – Open to members and non-members. All welcome. Contact Andrew Jones Andrew.jones@ expressvending.co.uk 07833 111682 See www.studhamtennisclub.co.uk Neighbourhood Watch – Richard Hodge 01582 873630 Studham Mums and Totts Studham Village Hall - Tuesdays 9.30 to 11.30, nice friendly group.

Whipsnade Parish Council

Ken France 01582 872375; Village Hall – Sam Burr 07921 761730

Redbourn

Tennis at Redbourn Club - Join our friendly club off North Common in the heart of the village. Annual membership fee entitles play all year round. New easy to use court booking system. More details on new website - clubspark.lta.org.uk/ RedbournTennisClub Redbourn Community Group Amongst other things, RCG volunteers offer transport to medical appointments, outings in the minibus, practical help such as shopping and prescription deliveries, friendly talks and walks, and welcome packs for new residents. Call 01582 794550 or email: info@redbourncg.org. More volunteers are always welcome. Redbourn Bowls Club always welcomes new members. If you would like more details, please contact our Chairperson, Margaret Davis, on 01582 799075, email: margaretfdavis@ virginmedia.com or Jez Cronshaw, Coach, at 07525 867450. Redbourn Community Library - open 6 days a week in our purpose-built centre beside the Fire Station offering great reads for adults and children, public computers, photocopying and scanning facilities and free wi-fi. If you would like to know more about joining our team of volunteers, pop in and see us, contact us via our Facebook page or email redbournlibraryvolunteers@gmail.com Redbourn Players is an active amateur dramatic society performing two major productions every year in Spring and Autumn as well as other local drama events. We are always looking for new members of all ages, whether you want to act, help backstage, build sets, make costumes, paint scenery or help with publicity. If you are interested, or just want to find out more, please contact our Secretary Pauline (07771 931086) or email redbourn.players@gmail.com for details.’ Redbourn Village Museum Silk Mill House The Common Redbourn Herts. AL3 7NB Patron: Sir Simon Bowes Lyon Museum open February to November Saturday & Sunday 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm Last admission 4:30pm Tel: 01582 793397 Email: redbournmuseum@gmail.com Visit us on the web at: www.redbournmuseum.org

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Kinsbourne Green WI Meet 3rd Tuesday of the month at 7:30pm in St Mary’s Church Hall Kinsbourne Green. Email secretarykgwi@gmail.com for details.

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What’s On Slip End Gardening Club OPEN GARDENS 2022 Saturday 16 July 11am - 4pm *

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Hand crafted goods and delicious treats at the new monthly Artisan Fair From Pinkster Gin to traditional cakes, cuddly and wooden toys to baked goods and select meats, there’s something for everyone at the new monthly Artisan Food, Arts and Crafts Fair taking place every second Sunday of the month, at Stockwood Discovery Centre, London Road, Luton, LU1 4LX, next door to Stockwood Park Golf Centre. With over 30 stalls expected, free parking and free entry to the Museum and beautiful gardens, why not make a day of it with the family? While you’re here, take a look at our fantastic public art installation, The Lace Trees, created with internationally renowned architects Choi + Shine, and our Museum Makers and other volunteers. The Artisan Fair will be open 11am until 5pm on 10th July, 14th August, 11th September and 9th October. For more information go to www.culturetrust.com If you a stall holder interested in pitching a space, email: andyneave@theartisanfoodshop.co.uk to book a pitch.

Lace in Fashion A selection of lace from the museum’s extensive collection, showing how lace was used in fashion from the 1600s to the 20th Century.

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Walking with a Health Condition If now or in the past you have had a health condition, we know it can be hard to stay active or get back into exercise after long periods of inactivity. Walking is a low impact exercise, so it’s easy to get involved, even if you’re not feeling your best. In fact, walking could help you feel great again! Joining one of our walks with a trained leader and at a grade of your choice could help you feel more confident about taking those first steps to leading a healthy, active lifestyle. For people with certain health conditions, there is further information on the Ramblers’ website including; walking with asthma, walking with diabetes, walking with heart disease and more.

Wednesdays to Sundays, 11am – 5pm, open now until 11th September. Free entry Stockwood Discovery Centre, London Road, Luton, LU1 4LX www.culturetrust.com

Monthly Artisan Fair

Sundays to Thursdays, 11am – 5pm, open now until 11th September. Free entry. Wardown House, Museum Tasty treats, crafted drinks and handmade toys and Gallery, Old Bedford Road, Luton, LU2 7HA www. and goods, the only local “Market in a Museum”. culturetrust.com Second Sunday of the month: 10th July, 14th August, 11th September and 9th October The Lace Trees Free entry. Stockwood Discovery Centre, London Road, Luton, LU1 4LX www.culturetrust.com Two huge “lace” trees created with internationally renowned architects and local volunteers. To advertise call 07941 661004

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Luton Hoo Walled Garden update Our Wednesday Open Garden Season at the Luton Hoo Estate Walled Garden is underway from 10.3016.00 until the end of September. Admission price is £7.50 which includes a free guided historical garden tour by one of our researchers which will happen on the hour throughout the day. There may be opportunities for a tour of the Victorian farm buildings and also of the Dairy. You can book online: trybooking.co.uk/BMNU

Bogtrotters of Dunstable WELCOME NEW MEMBERS...

Bogtrotters are a Dunstable based group. We alternate between long and short walks (5 miles and up to 14 miles) on Saturdays and Sundays. We also run some short and easy walks. Generally the longer the walk the faster the walkers (particularly on a Thursday). We also do trips away and have social evets on a regular basis... We are a friendly lot and new members are always welcome. You can find a walk you fancy and just turn up - or perhaps ring the walk leader and ask questions. People can try out a few walks with no commitment whatsoever, but if you want to join, membership is only £10 a year. Keep an eye on the website www.Dunstablebogtrotters.co.uk as we are changing the way we organise walks and are currently running a rolling programme as and when leaders are available. 0796 4291892

2022 is the 21st anniversary of the start of the volunteer project to rejuvenate the Walled Garden which was designed by Capability Brown. Our volunteers will be keen to show you the difference those years have made and there will be various photographic displays around the garden. Other events during the year include: 12th June Open Farm Children’s workshops during the summer holidays 26th Oct An Autumn Open Day See our Facebook page for more information: luton hoo walled garden or on our website: www. lutonhooestate.co.uk where you will also find information about some theatrical performances: The Secret Garden on 29th June, Cinderella on 26th July and Romeo & Juliet on 2nd August. Talks and tours for groups are also available. Email office@lutonhooestate.co.uk phone 01582 721443 for more information as well as details of all our activities and events. Look forward to seeing you. Don’t forget access is via the A1081 between Luton and Harpenden West Hyde Rd/Newmill End turning LU1 4LE - there is no entrance to or from the hotel. Kensworth Flower & Vegetable Jubilee Show Will be held in the Village Hall on Saturday 3rd September and the Committee are looking to build on the strength of support for last year’s Show, which was held despite doubts with the ongoing pandemic. We look forward to seeing you.

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Redbourn Festival July 2nd - 3rd 2022 Please can you give us a hand?We are now in the final planning stages of the Redbourn Festival. With 2 days of free family fun, it’s going to be the biggest village event for some time. To make sure it runs safely and smoothly, we will need a lot of volunteer help. You can help with the set up, knock down and marshalling during both days. So if you could spend just an hour or so of your time, it would be much appreciated. There will be specific time slots for you to choose. Please call Chris Emmel on 07770 863864

We are a friendly, happy group meeting on the second Tuesday of the month 7:30pm at The Baptist Hall. We have speakers, share ideas and in the summer run trips to interesting gardens. Join us, new members always welcome. Any queries please contact: Sarah 01582419793, Wendy 410126, or Hilary 420159

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Solutions to puzzles on page 38 Anagrams: 1. West Common 2. Peggy’s Fields 3. Caddington Green 4. Kinsbourne Common 5. Dedmansey Wood

Great Gaddesden School and Church

Are organising a Summer Fair on Saturday 9th July. Local producers are invited to have a stall and display the wonderful variety of goods available in the area. 12-2pm Great Gaddesden School/Church grounds

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Can you help? They are looking for volunteers. WHAT DOES HELPING AT A FOODBANK CENTRE INVOLVE? As a volunteer you will meet clients and help give out the food parcels. You may have an informal chat with clients over a cup of tea, discuss their situation and if appropriate, signpost them to further support. HOW MUCH TIME DO I HAVE TO GIVE? The distribution centre will be open on Monday afternoons for 90 minutes. Your shift will be around two hours long. We hope to have enough volunteers for everyone to work just one or two shifts per month. We are looking for Team Leaders and Distribution Centre helpers. If you can give some of your time to this new initiative in Redbourn please click on the links below: 1. Team Leaders 2. Distribution Centre helpers Trussell Trust provides support with food to anyone who needs it. If you or anyone you know needs this help, please contact Redbourn Community Group office on 01582 794550

Flamstead Scarecrow Festival

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