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Jewish War Heroes honoured by the RAF

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Welcome to Mimagazine Your local magazine for Redbourn, Kinsbourne Green, Markyate, Flamstead, Caddington, Slip End, Aley Green, Woodside, Kensworth, Whipsnade, Studham, Dagnall, Ringshall and the Gaddesdens.

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For those of you who were following Bulbgate, I am pleased to report that the bulbs purchased by Nick Robeson, and paid for by private people & businesses, were eventually planted so we can all look forward to lots of colour in Markyate in the Spring me.

So much rubble!

Together with my neighbour, Jess Murchie, I planted on the corner of Roman Way where it meets the High Street and what we expected to be a very simple task took us two hours. The amount of bricks and debris under that patch of grass was astonishing. You can see by the photos below, how much we had to dig­out before plan ng could even begin. But the job was done and so there should be some croci, followed by an abundance of yellow daffodils in the Spring.

See more bulb plan ng photos on the News pages.

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It’s with mixed feelings that I tell you that my husband and I have moved out of Markyate a er 11 years, and we will be moving to Stamford in the New Year to be closer to family. We have really enjoyed our me here and we will miss the many friends who we have made in this me. The MiMagazine will con nue as Janet Brown, who lives locally, will be handling the day­to­day ma ers and repor ng on the local events. I will s ll be involved and will visit the area monthly to enjoy an Indian meal at Markyate Spice, have lunch in the Bell at Studham, enjoy coffee and cakes at Harpers, imbibe in a drink at the Swan and the Plume and to meet our regular customers and friends.

As the Brexit debacle rages on for a third year, lets wish that g everything gets sorted in 2019 and our government can get on with the job of running the country.

Good luck, health and happiness for 2019,

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Welcome

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Puzzles

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News

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RAF honours Jewish War Heroes

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Caddington Grove Care Home

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What’s On

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Dog Grooming

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MiMagazine’s Pricing

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A look at Local Crime

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Services Directory

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Flamstead Pre­school

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Car Clinic looks at Smart Motorways

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Three Peaks’ Challenge – six local teenagers take it on

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Equal rights for cohabi ng siblings with Sherrards

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The Bowls Club won the match but the Tennis Club players gave a good account of themselves. The morning was rounded off with tea and cakes in the Centre and all agreed it had been a most enjoyable event. Margaret Davis, Bowls Chairman, congratulated the visitors and hoped some of them might take up bowls seriously. She added that in any return match at tennis the boot would very much be on the other foot!

Margaret will be delighted to hear from any other club or organisa on that would like to par cipate in a similar event. She can be contacted on 07966 742568.

The pictures show a group of happy members of the two clubs and a member of the Tennis Club in ac on.

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Hertfordshire Archives and Local Studies (HALS) is supporting Flamstead Heritage Project HALS is suppor ng the project team at St Leonard's Church Flamstead, which has recently received the first round of funding from the Heritage Lo ery Fund.

Urgent repairs will be made to the 12th century church, along with a programme of interpreta on, ac vi es and community engagement.

HALS will be suppor ng project volunteers with research into the history of the building and local area, as well as offering training in digi za on and crea on of ar cles on Herts Memories. Find out more on www.flamsteadheritage.org

Markyate Artists, Mother and Daughter, exhibit in London Exhibition Nadia Cardinale, and her daughter nine­year­old Sabrina Kiswaka, presented together to wow the public at an art exhibi on on Brick Lane in October. Sabrina paints abstract on canvas and d into i t Nadia paints on loose canvas, made capes which can be hung as a pain ng on the wall or worn as a cape.

“My fashion collec on on canvas is a new idea so people can enjoy the piece of art by wearing and sharing it with others. My idea was inspired from the story of Li le Red Riding Hood,”said Nadia.

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Bulbgate in Markyate Resolved The project ini a ve of Markyate resident Nick Robeson has been resolved following a mee ng with representa ves of Dacorum Borough Council.

Sugges ons were discussed and residents were given the green light to plant the bulbs in 11 designated areas, as long as Council guidelines were followed. Several thousand bulbs have been planted in various loca ons around the village so look out for Markyate in Bloom in Spring 2019. It will look beau ful and the bonus is that we may get some bulbs which will be professionally machine­planted next year by the team at Dacorum.

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New Library for Redbourn Community in 2019

An empty house: Before and After People in Central Bedfordshire are being encouraged to report empty houses in their area in a bid to bring them back into use. Last year more than 90 long term empty proper es were transformed to become homes with the work of officers at Central Bedfordshire Council.

News update from Cara Brazier, Volunteer Redbourn Library Russell Barrow, Principal Librarian for West Herts, was a guest speaker at Redbourn Community Library’s Annual General Mee ng. He spoke about the new Library which is being built onto the exis ng Fire Sta on in Redbourn.

The work has commenced and is due to be completed, furnished and opera onal by May 2019. Russell confirmed that there will be a new crossing on the road near the library. The interior has been designed to be used as a flexible space, with moveable fixtures to create sea ng areas and more space, if and when needed.

The current commi ee will be involved in the furnishing of the new library as well as the selec on of new equipment.

Redbourn Library is completely Volunteer led and is always looking for more helpers to work in the library and to support with story and rhyme me. Come into the current library on Lamb Lane to find out more.

NEW OPENING HOURS THE LIBRARY IS NOW OPEN ON A THURSDAY MORNING! There is also a slight change to Saturday hours; MON 2pm ­ 6pm: TUES 2pm – 6pm; WED 2pm – 6pm: THUR 9.30am – 12.30pm; FRIDAY 2pm – 6pm: SAT 9:30am – 12.30pm

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The council work with the owners of proper es to bring them back into use, and where this is not possible take enforcement ac on.

Proper es become empty for many reasons, including family disputes, renova on costs or the death of an owner. Empty houses are at high risk of both deteriora on and vandalism and the longer they remain unoccupied the higher the risk. Work to give these homes a new lease of life ensures more houses are available, and local communi es thrive.

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Empty houses reported to the council are assessed and owners are contacted to offer help and advice.

The council can: provide financial assistance, help draw up a schedule of works and plans, advise on Planning and Building Control, help with procuring builders and managing the project or manage the completed property through the Le ngs Agency (for privately owned rental proper es).

Whilst most only need advice, some enforcement ac on has been necessary where there is no possibility of bringing a property back into use through nego a on.

If you are the owner of an empty property, please contact us as we can help you to bring it back into use. For more informa on visit the website for Central Bedfordshire.

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Dunstable Gymnastics WINNERS OF SPORTS ACHIEVEMENT AWARD 2018

Dunstable Gymnastics were the winners of the 2018 Sports Achievement award from Dunstable and Houghton Regis Business and Community Awards 2018.

Club members were overwhelmed to win, not only because they were commended for their coaching but more so that they received recognition for the extra support they provide to the children in the club.

The Club doesn’t just teach gymnastics it helps children with confidence, team building and overcoming problems, and gives each one a safe, happy place where they are part of an extended family.

The Coaches often give up their time to give the gymnasts opportunities to compete and take part in charity events. Their latest challenge was The Keech Hospice Charity event “The Greatest Showman” and before that a Floor and Vault competition where Dunstable brought home over 20 medals.

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The club also gives opportunities for young adults, from the age of 14, to volunteer at the club and learn to become coaches themselves.

One young mum has said, “Marie and her team are great role models to many children.

The commitment to the club alone is amazing and each member is cared for.

Marie’s Children no longer compete but have followed in her footsteps to become fantastic coaches and give the club a real family feel.”

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The 350-strong team of walk leaders, administrators and ambassadors received the Director's Special Recognition Award for Service to Physical Activity in the Community and 2nd Place Award for their contribution during the Hertfordshire Year of Physical Activity. A big thank you to all our volunteers forwalkers and advocates for helping the walks initiative thrive in Hertfordshire.

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THINKING ABOUT CARE FOR YOUR LOVED ONE? Join us for our free information event at Caddington Grove on Sunday 13th January, from 10am – 2pm.

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Gemma Young, Chartered Legal Executive will be delivering an information session on Wills and Lasting Powers of Attorney

A free luxurious buffet lunch will be served in the Caddington Café – meet the Homemakers of Hamberley and find out how we deliver truly personalised care

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Kelly Cox, our Dementia Friends Champion will be delivering the Alzheimer’s Society’s Information Session on living with dementia, and the small things we can all do to make a big difference

Home Manager Martyn Dawes and his team will be offering insights into the types of care available, what to look for when selecting a care home for your loved one, and answering any questions you may have about life at Caddington Grove. This will be followed by a presentation on wellbeing from our Wellbeing & Lifestyle Coach

CONTACT US TO RESERVE YOUR PLACE AT THIS EVENT: (01582) 320750 | enquiries@hamberleycarehomes.co.uk | www.hamberleycarehomes.co.uk Caddington Grove Care Home, 175 London Road, Dunstable, LU6 3DX

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Luxury Care with a Heart at Caddington Grove Care Home Luxurious wellbeing breaks, dementia friendly cinema screenings, community salon days and so much more. Find out why Dunstable’s Caddington Grove really is a luxury care home with a heart.

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Situated on London Road in Dunstable, Caddington Grove offers residential and dementia care, as well as short breaks for the older community within a truly luxurious setting.

Within the stunning care home, you will find superb features which really set Caddington Grove apart from the standard home, such as our elegant café to enjoy a cappuccino with family and friends, or the Picture House, a deluxe cinema where residents can enjoy their favourite films or the latest releases in classic style.

Our Wellbeing and Beauty Salon offers a full hairdressing service and a nail bar for manicures, pedicures and the signature Hamberley hand massage.

“The home itself is wonderful, 5 star. But even more importantly, every member of staff is 5 star. Nothing is too much trouble” - Daughter of a resident Set within a beautiful, luxury environment, Caddington Grove also offers a unique model of care which allows the team to deliver truly personalised care for their residents. Within the home you will find the Homemakers of Hamberley.

The Homemakers not only provide the highest quality of care, but they focus on the tiny details that make each day special for every resident. From always keeping things clean and tidy, to offering support with hobbies and interests, the Homemakers ensure that Caddington Grove is a luxury home with a heart.

Supporting and engaging with the local community is important to the Caddington team, and that is why you will find a number of clubs, specifically for the local community within the home. Every Thursday Caddington Grove host an over 65’s cinema club, as well as a regular dementia friendly cinema club for carers supporting a loved one living with dementia.

The team also offer a monthly over 65’s community salon where the local older community can enjoy a number of hair and beauty treatments at discounted rates.

Winter Wellness Breaks

Sometimes we all need a well-deserved break.

Whether you care for a loved one and need some time out to recharge your batteries, or you’d like a little extra support yourself following a period of illness, the short breaks at Caddington Grove give you the opportunity to do just that.

Over the Winter period, Caddington Grove offer a special Winter Wellness Break during which residents benefit from our Personalised Wellbeing Programme, blood pressure, weight and BMI checks, and a nutritional assessment with tips for eating well.

During a break guests also enjoy restaurant style dining, a free weekly shampoo & set, or wash & blow dry in the luxurious Wellbeing and Beauty Salon, and of course access to all of the wonderful facilities enjoyed by all of the residents at Caddington Grove.

If you are interested in a break, or would like to find out more, do get in touch - Caddington Grove welcome visits to their beautiful home.

You can contact the team on 01582 320750 or email enquiries@hamberleycarehomes.co.uk

Happiness and harmony are at the heart of home life and that is why Caddington Grove has a designated Wellbeing & Lifestyle Coach to ensure that it creates a nurturing and stimulating environment for everyone, residents and staff alike. This personalised approach to care means that the care home can cater for all their residents’ unique wellbeing needs, providing as little or as much support as they require.

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NEW Dog Grooming Service in Flamstead

Local resident Ellie Blow has started a new dog grooming business. Dog speciality services are a growth industry with increasingly busy dog-owners looking for professional help for walking, accommodating and grooming their precious pets.

Ellie is a professionally trained dog groomer and a graduate of The Dog Grooming Training Academy; she holds a National Certificate in Animal Management.

She has been working with dogs for over 10 years, initially gaining experience in a large local boarding kennels. Janet Brown from MiMagazine caught up with Ellie to find out more about her services.

What is your speciality?

I work on a one-to-one basis so clients can be assured that their pooch will receive my personal attention during a grooming session. I like to build a good relationship with the dogs by spending time interacting with them so they trust me and enjoy being pampered by me. Due to my experience, I am very confident at reassuring nervous dogs. No crates or cage dryers are ever used.

Do you cater for all ages, sizes and breeds of dogs?

Yes I do. I have all new equipment which includes a large professional stainless steel, electrically controlled bath allowing large and less mobile dogs to simply step in. I only use quality products to ensure your dog gets the best treatment.

Where are you based?

I am based in Flamstead, in a calm and stress-free environment for your dog. My newly built log cabin is situated within a two acre garden.

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The A421 will be closed for the safety of our workers and the public to prepare for these bridges to be extended. Road closures will be limited as much as possible to the least busy times.

Weekend Closures Cranfield Road bridge will be closed from 8pm on Friday 11th January, to 6am on Monday 14th January 2019. This is for laying the foundations so a temporary bridge can be constructed to carry utility company pipes and cables.

Then from 8pm on Friday 1st February, to 6am on Monday 4th February 2019, both the A421 (from Eagle Farm roundabout to Junction 13 of the M1) and Cranfield Road will be closed. This will enable three sections of the temporary bridge to be put in which will carry the BT, Anglian Water and Western Power services over the existing A421 and M1, whilst the Cranfield Road bridge is demolished. A crane will lift each section into place.

Cranfield Road Bridge Closure To extend the permanent road bridge on Cranfield Road, they’ll need to close that road from May 2019.

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Communi es Crack Down on Speeding Drivers with new Council funded Ten speed detec on kits worth £22,000 have been purchased by Central Bedfordshire Council for local communi es to use to help stop speeding traffic in their neighbourhoods.

The council has been working with Bedfordshire Police to iden fy priority areas across Central Bedfordshire. As a result, speed detec on devices were given out by the council to Community Speed Watch representa ves in various villages including Caddington.

Volunteers will be trained by the police and the using the devices, they can check and record driver speeds within 20, 30 or 40mph speed limit zones. The data they collect is passed to the police, who then arrange for the registered keeper of the vehicle to be wri en to, informing them that their vehicle was detected exceeding the speed limit. The police will take further ac on for persistent speeders. The volunteer patrols

can act as a deterrent to speeding and help to improve the safety of road­users.

Anyone interested in volunteering or finding out more informa on should email speedwatch@bedfordshire. pnn.police.uk

Domes c abuse is everybody’s business Some young people may not even know it is abuse and enter into unhealthy rela onships themselves or think it’s acceptable to replicate the abuse they have seen.

It’s important that people know what to look out for so that they protect themselves and their families ­ lets help to break the cycle of domes c abuse together!

Domes c abuse affects 1 in 4 women and 1 in 6 men in the UK during their life me and sadly over 750,000 children annually. In Her ordshire, children were known to be present in the home in 26% of all reported domes c abuse crimes and incidents in 2015/16 and in 14% of these, children had viewed the abuse taking place.

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A Close Look at Crime Figures in the MiMagazine Circula on Area It is a daily occurrence for a burglary or a car crime to be reported on one of the local social media sites so I thought I would find out more about the crime sta s cs.

I looked on the Home Office site under Police.UK and pulled off the sta s cs in three loca ons which covers the magazine’s circula on area. The figures in this ar cle show the break­down in crimes reported to the Police. What was most surprising is that by far the biggest crimes in all areas are an ­social behaviour, followed by sexual abuse and violence.

Take a look at the figures; they make interes ng reading.

Clearly the Police spend most of their me inves ga ng crimes in these two categories.

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All their upvc windows and doors are fitted with yale shootbolt locking and hinge guards giving several locking points on locking and hinge sides of the windows. Kingsbourne and yale security are that confident that this will keep put burglars and intruders that their windows come with a £1,000 guarantee scheme. THIS IS A LIFETIME GUARANTEE SCHEME (OF THE WINDOW) this is how confident Kingsbourne are that our windows and doors will keep out intruders.

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Safe Plate Event Redbourn Auto Solu ons 17th November

Don’t be a Vic m of House Burglaries Maximum Security Systems will protect your homes, by installing burglar alarms, CCTV and security ligh ng. Homes with no security measures in place are far more likely to be targeted and burgled. Take control and DON’T BE A VICTIM. Most burglaries commi ed in our area are by opportunist burglars and because of their lifestyles, these burglars need to steal every day; they do not take a day off! The sad fact is that they do not care about your feelings, they want your cash, phones, laptops, sen mental jewellery and heirlooms.

The Safe Plate event hosted by Redbourn Autos is an ini a ve from Her ordshire Constabulary to help prevent crime.

To deter these opportunists you should install a quality Maximum Security burglar alarm, which includes an external bell box. Most burglars will be able to tell if a bell box is fake, so avoid was ng money on a “dummy box”, use a real alarm system.

Customers were invited to bring their vehicles along and have the screws in their number plates replaced with new, tamper­ free screws. Alex Peduto, Police Community Support Officer changed the screws which took only a couple of minutes. He said, “the tamper­free screws cannot be unscrewed so would­ be thieves cannot remove the number plates without ripping them off and breaking them.” Number plate the is a common prac se where thieves put the stolen plates on stolen but similar cars to avoid being caught. Officer Paduto stressed that motorists should always report stolen plates to receive a crime number as soon as it happens so that if any incident happens with vehicles using the stolen plates, the owners can prove they are not guilty of the motoring offences.

Ian Wooding Jones, proprietor of Redbourn Autos said, “having your number plates stolen can create hassle for months, even years for car owners. They can receive parking fines, speeding fines and other motoring offences, long a er the plates have been stolen.” This service was offered free to all motorists who brought their cars along to the event.

Maximum Security Systems install wireless alarms that can be tailor made to suit your home, they are versa le and “pet friendly”. The alarm can be monitored by yourselves through an app, you can check the status of your alarm at any me and you will receive a no fica on if your alarm is ac vated. You can also set and unset the alarm through the app.

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FIRE AT TC FEEDS IN KENSWORTH Local teenagers are believed to be responsible for a hay barn fire on Halloween. The barn, at TC Feeds in Kensworth, was used to store winter hay and straw, all of which was destroyed in the blaze. Luckily the shop and other proper es were not affected and it was business as usual the next day. Good luck in restoring the barn and ge ng everything back to normal.

Flamstead Pre­School’s Christmas Fair A packed Village Hall proved how well supported this annual event is as parents, grandparents and friends a ended the school's fair.

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Smart Motorways Be honest... how fast do you drive on the motorway? 70? 80?... 90+? Would it surprise you to know that, according to the official Department for Transport statistics (2013), nearly half of vehicles travelling on UK motorways broke the 70mph speed limit. The AA believe that the default speed limit on Britain’s motorways is now effectively 80mph, largely because motorists know they won’t be prosecuted travelling at that speed and therefore it is almost accepted as the common law speed limit.

In a reaction to these startling facts, the government have introduced SMART Motorways, but what impact do they have on us? Can we continue to drive the way we always have done? After all, we haven’t had an accident yet...

Why do they exist?

Highways England’s aim in introducing smart motorways is to manage traffic in a way that minimises environmental impact whilst increasing capacity, but without the expense and hassle of widening the road.

Smart motorways are also extremely effective at managing speed and ensuring that motorists adhere to national speed limits, or variable limits which are set.

A good example of managing the environmental impact is around Luton Airport. Have you ever wondered why the motorway seems to be permanently set at 50mph around Luton even when there is little sign of traffic congestion? There are national limits to air pollution and a car running smoothly at 50mph pushes out less harmful gases than one travelling at 70mph or one sitting in traffic.

What are SMART Motorways?

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monitor traffic carefully and can activate and change signs and speed limits. This helps keep the traffic flowing freely’.

Basically, they control your speed to prevent congestion and unnecessary pollution.

How do they work?

The Control Centre is able to use different methods to control traffic flow, some of which are automated.

All Lane Running Scheme

All lanes remain open, all of the time. This provides a cheaper option than widening a motorway. This is possibly the scheme that has caused most concern for safety officials as the hard shoulder is removed to enable free flowing traffic.

Emergency Refuge Areas are situated at regular intervals to help with any breakdowns.

Controlled Motorways

This is where variable speed limits are controlled and changed remotely.

It prevents lengthy queues around accidents on the motorway or even another motorway!

The roads also have sensors in the tarmac which can detect when there has been an issue and automatically change the gantry to reflect a lane closure or a required reduction in speed.

Dynamic Hard Shoulder Running Schemes

The control centre opens up the hard shoulder for use at peak congestion times.

Are they dangerous?

Some believe that by taking away the hard shoulder the motorway has become more dangerous as there is nowhere to escape to. However, statistics from Highways England indicate that: Journey reliability has improved by 22 per cent, personal injury accidents have been reduced by more than 50 per cent and where accidents did occur, severity was much lower overall with zero fatalities and fewer seriously injured.

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In the unlikely event that you experience difficulties, it is advised to take the next exit. If that’s not possible, it is important to move into the nearest place of relative safety – hard shoulder or emergency refuge area.

The government guide ‘how to drive on a smart motorway’ recommends you should follow these steps: 1. Use an emergency refuge area if you are able to reach one safely. These are marked with blue signs featuring an orange SOS telephone symbol on them.

2. If you can leave your vehicle safely, contact High ways England via the roadside emergency telephone provided in all emergency refuge areas. A traffic officer will be despatched to help you, or set the motorway signs to temporarily clear lane 1 to assist you to rejoin the motorway.

3. If you cannot get to an emergency refuge area but the vehicle can be driven, move it to the hard shoulder (where provided) or as close to the nearside verge or other nearside boundary as possible.

4. In all cases, switch on your hazard warning lights.

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What happens if I get caught speeding?

The same laws apply regardless of the type of road you are driving on. However, your chance of getting caught is significantly higher on a smart motorway as there are more cameras and variable speed limits.

When the gantry signs have nothing on them, the speed limit reverts to the national speed limit…

BEWARE – the cameras are still active even if there is nothing showing in the screen… and they are very effective!

It’s not just speeding you can get caught out on… ignoring the red ‘X’ sign can be extremely dangerous.

Currently they rely on manual enforcement, but camera enforcement is expected from Summer 2019.

Sanctions can include being offered a Motorway Awareness course or fines and points on your licence.

If you stop in the nearside lane next to a hard shoulder or verge and feel you are able to exit safely with any occupants, consider exiting your vehicle via the nearside (left hand) door, and if there is a safety barrier and safe to do so, wait behind it.

If it is not possible to get out of your vehicle safely, or there is no other place of relative safety in which to wait, then you should stay in your vehicle with your seat belt on and, if you have access to a working mobile phone, dial ‘999’.

Herts Constabulary have reported that Hertfordshire has 8% more accidents on motorways than the national average. This is largely due to our county having more busy motorway miles than other counties. When accidents happen on the motorway, it can go spectacularly wrong because of the high impact of speed. So, isn’t it about time there are stronger regulations?!

Once the regional traffic control centre is aware of your situation, via the police or roadside technology such as CCTV, they can use the smart motorway technology to set overhead signs and close the lane to help keep traffic away from you. They will also send a traffic officer or the police to help you.

Prevent breakdowns by regularly maintaining your car, ensure you have adequate recovery service cover and avoid any penalties by not breaking the speed limits!

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Team of Six Local Teenagers take on The Na onal 3 Peaks Challenge Wri en by Melanie Wooding Jones, mother to 16­year old Aimee, one of the intrepid challengers.

Aimee, a student at St George’s School in Harpenden, took on the challenge to raise funds to support of her expedi on in the jungles of Borneo as part of Outlook World Challenge ini a ve to provide a nature conserva on and rural clean water.

World Challenge was set up 30 years ago to help young people build the life skills they need to live a life of courage, kindness and adventure.

In a bid to raise funds, she decided to a empt the Na onal 3 Peaks Challenge. And why wouldn’t you?

Surely, it’s the most natural decision in the world to make when you have no experience of climbing one of the highest mountains in the UK, let alone all three. Would that determina on see her complete The Challenge? Read on …

She wasn’t going to a empt the adventure on her own. Her friends Millie, Mia, Helena, Ella and Finlay were also up for the challenge.

As an experienced leader, Jeremy Hepworth of Hepworth Adventures, was going to be a safe pair of hands to lead them up Snowdon, Scafell Pike and Ben Nevis – the highest mountains in Wales, England and Scotland.

Many would say that the best me of year for such a climb would be in the warmer months, but these intrepid adventurers started their quest on 27th October 2018 and faced snow­capped mountains in freezing temperatures that reached ­14 degrees.

With kit checks completed and a bit of expert planning by Millie, at 4am on a very cold morning the team set off on the journey from Harpenden to Snowdonia in Wales. A er a short sleep, excitement took over and the

minibus was filled with the sound of enthusias c teenagers singing.

to slush and as the temperature began to rise so did their spirits!

Their first mountain was Snowdon.

Huge rocks were climbed and the team faced hail and ice. It was a scary place to be as visibility was poor and the final ascent took place on freshly fallen snow. They had a six­foot wall to ascend, each helping the others over the top and a er another 122 ice covered steps, they reached the summit. They felt an incredible sense of achievement.

They travelled to the Lake District that evening, and there was more singing in the minibus. They enjoyed a hearty spaghe Bolognese, followed by a good sleep and were then ready to take­on their second mountain.

Just two hours before, Aimee had been in tears not knowing whether she would reach the top, and here she was at the top of Snowdon, feeling on top of the world, and looking forward to the next day when Scafell Pike in the Lake District was their challenge.

The decent from Snowdon felt just as hard as the ascent. Legs were shaking as different muscles were used, but the team supported each other by linking arms and catching each other as they slipped. The further down the mountain they travelled the more the snow turned

Scafell Pike is higher than Snowdon but it is not as steep which was a relief for all involved. Aimee’s knees were aching from the first day’s hike and she had to wear supports to help her. As they approached the ‘path’ they realised it was made up of steps. It was 1,033 steps up and all the girls’ legs were hur ng, but Aimee’s were painful even with the supports.

They commenced their final ascent on all fours over icy rocks which were unstable under foot, it was snowing and visibility was poor.

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Coming back off the mountain, some were running, one was dancing, and there were tears of joy. They knew they had achieved so much in so few days and it was a great team effort.

Awesome.

The parents and friends of these inspiring 15­16­year­olds are so proud of what they have acheived.

Our hear elt thanks to Ben and Nicola Mar n and Magnus Lorainne­ Smith for all the driving; Jeremy Hepsworth (Hepsworth Adventures) for his expert guidance; Ian Wooding Jones (Redbourn Auto Solu ons) for the loan of the Minibus and of course, the parents who ensured that the equipment was in place and the tray bakes were plen ful.

Thank you to all of those who have supported Aimee and her friends on their Just Giving pages. It has encouraged them to achieve what they thought was impossible.

Ben Nevis might be a step too far.

She was limping and joint disloca on was a real risk but she stunned the team when she declared that she had come this far and her knees weren’t going to stop her!

temperature was difficult. Outside was cold, but inside their clothing was hot so they removed and returned layers of clothing several mes as they travelled across the peaks. Further down the mountain they were able to refill their water bo les straight from the streams which was a welcome refreshment when socks were wet and toes were cold. But there was a great sense of accomplishment as another mountain was successfully summited.

There was no me to relax and once more in song, they headed off to Scotland to take on the awesome Ben Nevis. A substan al Sco sh fish and chip supper was the reward before a good night’s sleep in prepara on for the ‘big one’ next day. That morning, Aimee’s knees were swollen so it was feared that

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The team chose their route and set off through some spectacular scenery. A close eye was kept on the weather as torren al rain was forecast only a few miles away, which would have made the climb impossible. A er a couple of hours heading up the mountain, Aimee’s knees were suffering and she was advised on medical grounds to return to basecamp to prevent permanent damage. As a dancer, this was not the news she was looking for. However, she was admired by the rest of the team for her achievement. Bi erly disappointed, there was nothing else she could do but to listen to the advice given and leave the team to finish the task without her.

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Ben Nevis was the toughest climb of all and they had to push themselves beyond what they thought was possible in order to reach the summit; but despite it being a cold, wet and difficult climb, they did it.

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Who have we lost this year?

Celebri es who have died in 2018. Can you name these famous people? One is incorrect. Do you know which one it is?

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Theore cal Physicist who suffered from MND

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Former US President and his First Lady

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The elderly are more at risk of electrical hazards in the home

by Samantha Mager

Super Vac will unblock 11,000 drains this Winter Central Bedfordshire Council are preparing to beat the big freeze this winter by using a new vehicle to tackle blocked drains across the region. The council’s highways team has rented a ‘Super Vac’ which will be used to clean and unblock around 11,000 drains during the winter period.

Unlike the normal machine, the Super Vac has a more powerful jet pressure which means it unblocks even the toughest of blocked drains and pipes in just a couple of minutes. It also has the power to deal with blockages from tree roots and is capable of clearing hundreds of metres of pipe in one day. It will mean that the council can clean more drains this year than previously, improving the local road condi ons during the winter period whilst also saving the council both me and money.

Residents who no ce a blocked drain can report it to the council at www.centralbedfordshire.gov.uk /repor t.

The older genera on are at a higher risk of electrical hazards and accidents within their homes than younger people are,” says Samantha Mager, pos ng from Electrical Safety First.

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This problem is heightened due to the loneliness and social neglect which may be faced by some members of the older popula on. Figures from Age UK tell a sombre story, as 3.6 million older people live alone with 1.9 million saying that they o en feel ignored or invisible.

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Elderly adults are likely to overlook electrical hazards within their own home. They typically live in older houses which may contain faulty electrics and appliances and where electrical checks and inspec ons are seldom undertaken. Senior ci zens are also o en limited by health issues that could make it difficult for them to spot and iden fy these issues within their own home.

Here are our top 5 ps on how to keep your elderly rela ves safe from electrical and fire hazards: • Check out for sockets that are overloaded or any visible damage/wear and tear to electrical devices.

• If you do come across faulty electrical equipment or outdated devices, be sure to tell the home owner or responsible person and to also be willing to contribute your me and money to having these repaired or replaced.

• To help your older rela ves be er understand the risks they are facing, spend some me educa ng them on what they can do for themselves around the house.

• If you know you can’t dedicate the me to visi ng your rela ves, it may be worth inves ng in a caregiver who can provide company as well as ensure that the house remains safe, or ask a few neighbours to visit regularly.

• If you do no ce any life­threatening electrical risks within the home, make sure you contact a registered electrician. If the property is over 50 years old and its electrics haven’t been checked in the last 10 years, ask the registered electrician to carry out an Electrical Installa on Condi on Report (EICR).

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Legal Ma ers Made Simple Cohabi ng siblings could win same treatment as married couples

Are you a cohabi ng sibling? If so, read on… In this issue, legal expert Nicole Marmor of Sherrards looks at the possible change in the law regarding inheritance tax for cohabi ng siblings.

In October Prime Minister Theresa May announced that heterosexual couples will be able to enter into civil partnerships, giving them substan al tax benefits. It could open the way for cohabi ng siblings to also receive the same treatment, pending a proposed change in the law.

Ms May’s announcement follows a Supreme Court ruling in June this year to allow Rebecca Steinfeld and Charles Keidan to have a civil partnership instead of a marriage.

Before this, only same sex couples were allowed such partnerships.

This means that, in the case of these sisters, there would be substan al extra inheritance tax to pay. In one case, the surviving sister would be forced to sell their home of 23 years.

Both sets of sisters want the law changed to give legal recogni on to ‘sibling’ couples who have decided to spend their lives together, in jointly owned homes un l parted by death. The Civil Partnership Act bans ‘prohibited degrees of kindred and affinity’, which includes siblings. Lord Lexden has proposed a bill to include siblings in the Act. The bill received its second reading in the House of Lords in July but has yet to reach commi ee stage.

So, a change could be coming soon. But in the mean me, the death of a cohabi ng sibling could leave the survivor with the only op ons of selling up, borrowing money, or using an equity release scheme.

A couple in a civil partnership is en tled to the same beneficial treatment in terms of tax, pensions and inheritance as married couples. The ruling therefore aims to provide greater security for unmarried couples who have formalised their rela onships, and for their families.

But some siblings who have been cohabi ng for years believe they should have the same rights too.

Sister Act inclusion Two recent cases have highlighted the issue. Both involve sisters who had lived together for over 30 and 43 years respec vely.

In both cases, each sister wanted to leave her estate, including her share of the jointly­owned home, to the other. Both homes, over me, had risen substan ally in value. However, on the death of the first sister, her estate will only benefit from the £325,000 tax free allowance and not any of the extra benefits that married couples and civil partnerships now receive including the extra inheritance tax allowance introduced in April 2017 in rela on to the family home. This currently allows an extra £125,000 to be passed tax­free to children and grandchildren. Siblings are also excluded from the right to pass assets to each other free of inheritance tax.

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Nicole Marmor Consultant, Wills, Trusts and Probate Nicole acts for many high net worth individuals and her work includes advising on inheritance tax and estate planning via wills and trusts; the administra on of estates, o en with an interna onal element; Court of Protec on ma ers, including deputyships, las ng powers of a orney and enduring powers of a orney; elderly client ma ers; and declara ons of trust. She is a fluent German and French speaker and heads the firm’s German Group – something that is valued by her interna onal clients.

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The Ba le’s Over Flamstead joins the na onwide event off beacon ligh ng to honour the dead of the World War I, 100 years a er Armis ce Day A large crowd gathered in the field beside the Rose and Crown public house in Trowley Botom, Flamstead for the beacon ligh ng service led by The Reverend Tom Sander. The beacon was built by Graham Bray and lit by Reverend Stephen Tudway. Michelle Kelsey of Redbourn played The Last Post on her trumpet and the bells of St Leonard’s peeled. The Landlady of the Rose and Crown Tracey West said, “Trowley Bo om have a way of coming together as a group and doing amazing things. This will be a definite memory for us to reminisce about in the future. Tracey owns the pub with Paul and Carol Senior. It was a very moving event and one which will be remembered for a long me by those who a ended.

Markyate Remembers the Fallen 100 years on...

A huge gathering of people paid their respects to the dead of the First World War on Armis ce Day at the War Memorial.

For the month of November, large poppies were ed to the lamp posts on the High Street and London Road, ‘lest we forget’ those who died for our liberty, 100 hundred years on.

WWII JEWISH RAF VETERANS HONOURED AT THE RAF MUSEUM RAF Museum launched a new project called ‘Hidden Heroes’: The Unknown Story of Jewish Personnel in the Royal Air Force.

In a endance were 5 WWII Jewish RAF veterans and historian Joshua Levine.

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What’s On

Luton Hoo Talks on Fridays Last Friday in the month. To be held in the Estate Office Lecture Room from 10.30am­12.30pm for a £5 dona on to "garden revival" funds.

Money raised will help put a new roof on the third propaga on house.

Entry is via the A1081, between Luton and Harpenden. Take West Hyde Road/Newmill End turning and turn le into entrance gate then follow the signs to the Walled Garden. Postcode LU1 4LF. There is no entry to the walled garden from the Luton Hoo Hotel. More informa on from: www.lutonhooestate.co.uk or 01582 721443

Hatfield 3rd Jan — 8th Feb Colour Snap “Colour is a physical phenomenon, not just a visual one”. – James Turrell Colour has a profound effect on us

even though we may not be aware of it. Art and Design Gallery, University of Her ordshire, Ha ield

Hatfield House 24th March 9.30am – 4pm Dogs and Daffs at Ha ield House. Walk your dog round the grounds of Ha ield House and try your hand at flyball, dog scurry and dog agility. Fun classes from 1pm too. Website www.dogsanddaffs.weebly.com In aid of Digswell Riding For The Disabled.

Knebworth 5th and 6th Jan Bride: The Wedding Show at Knebworth House. Plan your perfect wedding day with nearly 100 of the region’s finest wedding suppliers under one roof at Her ordshire’s biggest and best wedding extravaganza. Knebworth Barns, Knebworth House, Stevenage, Her ordshire.

Flamstead The Three Blackbirds Pub will be closed from 7th January until 5th February for refurbishment!

St Albans 1st Jan St Albans Symphony Orchestra Concert 7pm St Albans Abbey, Strictly Dancing and Mostly Movies.

Until 6th Jan Cinderella at The Alban Arena, St Albans, AL1 3LD

The Gaddesdens Great Gaddesden Star ng 14th Jan, Monday mornings at 9.30 at the Village Hall, Core Training, Strength and Fitness classes. Call 07974 114412 Gaddesden Row Star ng 9th Jan, Wed eves at 7.30 at the Village Hall, Core Training, Strength and Fitness classes.

Call 07974 114412 or see Body Business fun and fitness page on Facebook.

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HERTFORDSHIRE CHAMBER ORCHESTRA Saturday 12 January 2019, 7.30pm at St Nicholas Church, Church Green, Harpenden, AL5 2TP

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James Murray Cello soloist

Guy Johnston (Harpenden’s own internationallyacclaimed cellist)

Programme • Myaskovsky Serenade Op. 32/1 • Tchaikovsky Variations on a Rococo Theme • R. Strauss ‘Ariadne auf Naxos’ Overture and Dance Scene • Mozart Symphony No. 40 (G minor)

Tickets To book tickets visit www.atsociety.org.uk/events/hco or call 01582 760733

£12 in advance. £15 on the door £5 under 12s Doors and bar open at 7pm

All proceeds from the concert support the A-T Society.

The A-T Society is a small national charity based in Harpenden which supports families with the rare, life-shortening, genetic condition ataxia-telangiectasia.

12th Jan New Year Replenish and Rejuvenate Yoga workshop.

2pm Markyate Village Hall 15th February, 24th May, 18th October Beechwood Park School Open mornings Independent excellence for boys and girls from 3 to 13.

Day and flexi­boarding www.beechwoodpark.com

Redbourn Thurs 14th February Arrangements Don't forget your ...VALENTINE 01582 792367 www.arrangements­redbourn.co.uk 1st March Redbourn Fashion Show, at Redbourn Village Hall.

Doors open at 7.30pm; the show starts at 8pm.

A chance to buy your spring wardrobe from your favourite high street stores for 50% of the high street price! Tickets are £10, which includes the show, browsing, buying and a glass of bubbly! All proceeds are going to the wonderful charity

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What’s On PHAB kids..If you would like a cket please e­mail ruth.upjohn@yahoo.co.uk or call 07825 224330.

Stevenage Until Sun 27th Jan Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs Gordon Craig Theatre, Stevenage Arts & Leisure Centre, Ly on Way, Stevenage, SG1 1LZ. Join us on a magical adventure to meet a Wicked Queen with a jealous streak, a handsome prince who's searching for love and the fairest of all damsels in distress. Not forge ng a magic mirror, a temp ng juicy red apple and seven friendly dwarfs.

Starring: Ma Lapinskas (Eastenders & Dancing on Ice) as Prince Simon, Hannah­Jane Fox (CBBC's Millie Inbetween) as the Wicked Queen, Stevenage's favourite Dame Paul Laidlaw as Dame Dolly and back by popular demand Aidan O'Neill as Herbie the Huntsman. Book now to ensure your favourite seats.

Great Amwell Until 7th January Skate Van Hage ­ Van Hage Garden Centre, Great Amwell, Pepper Hill, SG12 9RP. Van Hage's real ice rink is back for its 11th year! Experience the magic of ice ska ng at Van Hage, Great Amwell, with the return of our undercover Ice Rink. Following feedback from 2016's Ice Rink, we've reduced the number of skaters on the rink by 32 to ensure everyone has a great ice­ska ng experience with Van Hage. This is an all­weather event. You can come and enjoy the atmosphere in our fully heated marquee incorpora ng a viewing pla orm for spectators, comfortable sea ng and our mouth­watering Ice Café, open daily. We have a full range of figure skates included in the price of admission and your shoes will be looked a er whilst you are out on the ice.

Harpenden 17th January The Arts Society Harpenden Area DFAS, lecture given by Anthea Streeter on Sir Edwin Lutyens. This lecture considers the career of Edwin Lutyens, o en described as England’s greatest architect since Sir Christopher Wren. Lutyens had a career of over half a century; his work encompassed the London Cenotaph and Government Buildings in New Delhi. For further details and

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Sat 16th Feb Family Conserva on Day Harpenden Common, Harpenden, AL5 3NU. Times: 10am ­ 2.30pm Learn how to use tools to cut down trees and help manage the woodlands of Harpenden Common.

Bring along a packed lunch and have a picnic in the woods. refreshments will be provided. Suitable for all ages ­ Children must be accompanied by an adult. Booking is essen al for this event. Please sign up on the website.

21st February The Arts Society Harpenden Area DFAS, lecture given by Anne Sebba on “Les Parisiennes”.

A story of women’s lives during the Nazi occupa on, including Bri sh and American women caught in Paris, as well as na ve­born resisters who were eventually sent to camps.

It opens with a pre­war circus ball and ends with the launch of Dior’s 1947 collec on. For further details and to join as a member or a end as a guest, see www.theartssocietyharpendenaread fas.org.uk

to join as a member or a end as a guest, see www.theartssocietyharpendenaread fas.org.uk 19th Jan Brambleton Model Railway Exhibi on Harpenden Public Halls, Southdown Road, Harpenden, AL5 1PD. Times: 10.30am ­ 5.30pm.

Our 2018 exhibi on will be held at the Harpenden Public Halls on the Saturday 20th January. As always, the exhibi on will cater for both families and model railway enthusiasts with the usual mix of layouts, presenta on stands and traders.

In addi on, there will be our ever popular refreshments area.

A highlight this year will be an O gauge model of the now closed Harpenden East sta on.

24th — 27th January Aladdin by Hurst Children’s Theatre Group Harpenden Public Halls, Southdown Road, Harpenden, AL5 1PD Friday 15th Feb The Style Councillors at Harpenden Halls at 7pm

Ladies Fashion Show AND Pop-up Shop!

P SHOP YOUR FAVOURITE HIGH STREET BRANDS AT 50% OFF OR MORE!

Friday 1st March 2019 All funds raised will go to the charity Phab Kids Redbourn Village Hall, 63 High Street, Redbourn, AL3 7LW Doors open 7.30pm, show starts 8.00pm Tickets: £10 includes a glass of bubbly - 0 m7Ѵ; o= ƐƏ ঞ1h;|v -m7 ];| |_; |;m|_ 1olrѴbl;m|-u Tickets to be purchased in advance.

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GROUPS AND SOCIETIES Markyate Allotments and Gardens Ann English 01582 842940 Baby and Toddler Group Ann Hall 841201 Care Group Help Line 07972 152279 Care Bus Sue and Malcolm Davies 01582 840554 Cricket and Football Club Carl Smith 07725 556464 Scout Group 01582 842414 2nd Markyate Brownies Jane Angel 01582 840994 Local History Society Richard Pilkinton 01582 841985 Markyate Parish Council Jenny Bissmire 840110 Herts County Councillor Terry Douris 01442 402273 Markyate Health Walks Friday Walks leave from the Bap st Garden, Buckwood Road at 10.30am. Register in advance if you are a new member www.hertsdirect.org/healthwalks.

Sandra Jacob 841693 Markyate Youth Football Club (under 12) 2018/19 Season Friendly village team looking to recruit new players in all posi ons for upcoming season; all experiences welcome. For players star ng year 7 or year 6 in September; we train on Friday nights and play on Sunday mornings in the Chiltern Youth League. If interested please contact Bernie Harrison 07887 641435 or bernieharrisonhotmail.com

Slip End Gardening Club The Gardening Club is a small friendly Club which was formed in 2009. Five mee ngs a year are held at the Village Hall on Monday evenings at 8pm. Please contact Rosemary Wickens 01582 423622 Pilates Tuesday mornings, Peter Edward Hall 9.30am Wednesday evening, Slip End School 7.30pm. Contact 07811 343566 or email:­ golf58.ag @gmail.com

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Photography Group meet every 3rd Tuesday at Slip End Social Club, New Street 7pm.

Tel: 01582 452851 Carpet Bowls We meet every Tuesday evening 8pm at Slip End Village Hall.

We are currently in the Beds County Carpet Bowls League.

For more informa on contact Mrs Shirley Knapton 01582 412506 Food & Wine Fair at Harpers

Caddington Caddington Art Club at The Collings Wells Hall. Contact Lorna on 454763 or at lornakalisz@yahoo.co.uk Caddington Women’s Ins tute Meet at the Bap st Church Hall, Luton Road, Caddington on the 1st Tuesday of each month at 7.30 p.m.

Sue Mar n 01582 735705 or Linda Edwards 01582 737036 Caddington exercise and dance.

Check out www.facebook.com /CaddingtonClubbercise Caddington Blues Morris Dancers Contact Bob Fitzsimmons on 01582 419793.

Caddington Care Walking Group Meet once a month at different places within the area for a gentle walk, usually of around three miles.

Phone Pat on 01582 841030 or the Careline on 07548 264672 CaddingtonCare Chat and Coffee Open every Monday from 10am ll 12pm at the Heathfield Centre.

Open to all ­ please drop in for coffee and cake, and plenty of chat.

CaddingtonCare Men's Group Our men's group is becoming more and more popular. Meet every Thursday from 10am to 12pm at the Heathfield Centre. Everyone is welcome.

CaddingtonCare Seated Exercises Come along to the Heathfield Centre on Tuesdays at 2.15pm or Fridays at 10am. Gentle exercise and good fun!

Caddington Local History Group Meets on the 4th Thursday of each month at 7.30pm in the Heathfield Centre. Contact John on 01582 734881 for further informa on.

Caddington and Slip End Runners Front Street, Slip End at 8pm.

Call 07587 189260 Yarnies A social group for anyone who likes to knit, crochet or s tch. Meet at the Balcony Bar, Venue 360, Gypsy Lane, Luton, LU1 3JH. www.venue360.co.uk. We meet on the second Wednesday of each month at 7.30pm.

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Whipsnade Parish Council Ken France 872375

Kensworth Village Hall Lynne Lewis 873981 Neighbourhood Watch Caroline Streek 872410 Cricket Club Duncan Wingfield 872743 Parish Council Pat Mitchell 871178 Community Scheme 07919 08147 Local History Julia Holder 873465 Carpet Bowls Len Errington 872767 Drop In Club ­ everyone welcome, every Thursday at Kensworth Village Hall from 9am to 11am for tea, coffee and biscuits (so drinks and crisps for children) Enjoy a chat and games – and get to know the locals.

Flower Group Contact Shirley Hull (872351) for details.

Village Walks: We meet at the Village Hall at 10am and will return for coffee or have it en route.

All are welcome.

Studham Friends of Studham Common Formed in 1997 with the aim to care for the local common, which extends to 30 hectares (74 acres) of grass land, hedgerows, scrub thicket and woodland, for the benefit of people and wildlife. See website www.foscomm.org

Studham Village Hall Monday evening Jive Tuesday morning Mums & Tots A ernoon Scrabble Club Evening Salsa Alternate Wednesday evenings Bingo or Art Club Thursday morning U3A Carpet Bowls, Evening Carpet Bowls Club.

1st Thursday evening in month Women’s Ins tute (WI).

Main Hall and a Mee ng room

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10th February for the March/April issue.

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Contact: Des Salmon, 01582 872082. desstudham @btconnect.com Mums and Tots Every Tuesday morning at 9.30am in the Village Hall. ÂŁ2 per with two children and each extra child 50p.

Call Heather Wright on 872118 Tennis Club – Open to members and non­members. Junior and adult tennis coaching take place very Saturday morning between 9am and 11am. All welcome. Contact Andrew Jones Andrew.jones@expressvending.co.uk 07833 111682 See www.studhamtennisclub.co.uk Football Club Steve Murray 872361 Village Hall Bryan Smith 872989 Sports and Social Club Jenny Rushmer 873388 Neighbourhood Watch Richard Hodge 01582 873630 Cricket Club Robert Thorne 873015 Parish Council Eddie Perry 873909 WI – Chrys Smith 872989 Good Neighbourhood Scheme 07563 135895 Studham Village Hall For hire contact: Des Salmon, 01582 872082. email: desstudham@btconnect.com

Redbourn St Mary’s Church Coee on the Common. Meet at the cricket pavilion for coee, cakes and friendship Mon ­ Fri from 9.30am to 12.30pm. Or do you prefer lunch? 11.30am onwards.

Redbourn Community Library, Lamb Lane.

Open weekday a ernoons (except Thursday) from 2.00pm ­ 6.00pm and Saturday mornings from 9.00am ­ 1.00pm. Books (including audio and large print), magazines, daily newspaper, computers, Wi­Fi and local informa on. Children's

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ac vi es every Friday during term­ me. Pop in and see how much we have to oer and email: redbournlibraryvolunteers@gmail.com for informa on about volunteering with us.

Rhyme Time Redbourn Library, Lamb Lane.

Every Friday term me at 10am for 30 mins for babies and toddlers.

Free, though dona ons welcome.

StoryTime­ Every Friday term me at 3.45pm for 30 mins for babies and preschool. Free, though dona ons welcome.

CLUB NEWS Anyone for Tennis at Redbourn?

Club members play right through the autumn and winter seasons throughout the year. The club par cipates in several local leagues, summer and winter and oers coaching to junior and adult members of all standards. Half year memberships un l the end of March are now available. For more details please visit www.redbourntennis.org.uk or look on the Facebook page. 4 hard courts, coaching. Three mix­in adult sessions per week. League matches. www.redbourntennis.org.uk Want to cycle?

Join the Hub. Email hubmeister@hubcoeebikes.com with the words "Ride Reminder" in the subject ďŹ eld and we'll do the rest.

Breeze network for women only bike riders For more informa on and to register your free place on a Breeze bike ride, visit our facegroups to sign up. www.facebook.com/groups /BreezeHarpendenStAlbans/ www.facebook.com/groups /BreezeHemelHempstead/ Run Redbourn They have 7 organised running sessions per week for runners of all standards. Contact Rachel Mackie on runredbourn@gmail.com Youth Club ­ at Redbourn Parish Centre, Tuesdays 6pm ­ 8 pm, term­ me, for 7 ­ 13s.

For details 01582 793096.

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Redbourn in Bloom Membership of Redbourn in Bloom costs just ÂŁ5 per household per year.

This income helps towards our plan ng projects to enhance the village. Pauline Williamson 01582 792931 or Mike Thain, (volunteer co­ordinator) on 01582 793376 Karate – at Redbourn Parish Centre, The Park, South Common, Redbourn, Herts AL3 7LR Mondays 6pm ­ 7pm; Fridays 6.30pm ­ 7.30pm Tel 01582 626015 Redbourn Village Museum, The Common, Redbourn (next to The Cricketers) is open weekends 2pm ­ 5pm, admission free. Local history collec on on the site of a former Silk Mill and Tea Factory, with children's ac vi es and village walking trail.

Village Hall For hire rates, oďŹƒce@redbournvillagehall.org.uk Redbourn Care Group Established in 1980 to help combat loneliness and improve mobility for residents www.redbourncaregroup.co.uk.

OďŹƒce manager Claire­Louise 01582 794550 redbourncaregroup@btconnect.com Redbourn in S tches Hand­sewing and s tching.

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Sarah Street 01582 794448 or se.street@icloud.com Bowls Club At Redbourn Leisure Centre.

Call Mar n 01582 792074 or Jez 07525 867450 Women’s Ins tute Contact Rosemary 01582 794453 Coee on The Common St Mary’s Church oers coee, cake and friendship in the cricket pavilion on the common Monday to Friday 9.30am ­ 12.30pm. All welcome.

Redbourn Parish Council Clerk Nish Khanna clerk@redbournparishcouncil.gov.uk Ci zens Advice at the Parish Centre on alternate Mondays. For dates of surgeries see website castad.org.uk or all 01727 811118.

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Walking Groups West Herts Ramblers www.westhertsramblers.org.uk Dunstable Bogtro ers www.dunstablebogtro ers.co.uk Programme consists of local day walks, half day walks, midweek meanders, hostelling weekends and Easter, New Year and summer tours, as well as a varied social programme. Email enquiries@dunstablebogtro ers.co.uk or call Eila Goss 07964 291892 Her ordshire Health Walks The Health Walks team (part of Her ordshire County Council) is looking for volunteer leaders to support these walks. Get in touch by emailing Healthwalks.cms@her ordshire.gov. uk or calling 01992 588433. Walks coming up include: Bedfordshire Health Walks Run by Bedfordshire County Council www.walkingforhealth.org.uk /walkfinder

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Markyate Spice now has a Tasting Menu A six course meal with a variety of tasters for starters, mains and desserts

The multi-award winning Indian and Nepalese restaurant has won Curry Life’s Best Chef award in 2016, 2017 and 2018

MARKYATE SPICE FINE INDIAN DINING

Come and experience Fine Indian Dining at its best Order on line, free home delivery

10% discount on collections

Tel: 01582 841112/290677 73 High Street, Markyate, AL3 8PJ

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20%off

www.markyatespice.co.uk

when dining in the restaurant in January 2019 Bring this voucher with you to Markyate Spice when you dine in January 2019 to receive 20% discount. This voucher cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer.