Hampton Gazette July 2019

AWARD WINNING FREE COMMUNITY MAGAZINE FOR THE HAMPTON AREA

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The winners of the 2nd Annual Hampton Community Awards are announced on page 5. Discover more about those who received well-deserved recognition for their invaluable work within our community.

You can also learn about what our wild residents have been up to, on pages 18-19; from swans with attitude to fluttering butterflies.

There's plenty of fun ideas for the summer holidays; a mixture of swimming and stories (although not at the same time, the books will get wet), history and space ... turn to page 13 to find out more.

There are many opportunities throughout the summer to wear a hat, but which one should you choose? Our feature on page 29 may help you to avoid making an expensive mistake.

Finally, cool down with your own, home-made raspberry ripple ice-cream on page 20.

And, there's plenty more inside! We hope you enjoy this edition.

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cookwise 20-21 paws for thought

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Hampton Mobile Library 9.30-9.55am Hampton Primary School. Free, no booking required.

T: 01733 864 538 E: hamptonlibrary@vivacity.org Vale Community Pre-school Ofsted Outstanding 2013/14 Mon - Fri 8:45–11:45am term time only. For children aged 2, 3 & 4 yrs, funded or non-funded.

Nicole or Cheryl on T. 07818 567584/07834 366845 Cygnets Pre-school 8.40–11.40am & 12.10–3.10pm (term time) Lunch club and separate 2 year room.

Hampton Family Centre. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2018. T: 01733 893361.

Yaxley Runners Mondays (except Bank Holidays).

Sports Facility, Beaumont Way, Hargate. 6.30pm.

Hampton Mini Movers Parent & toddler group.

1.15–2.45pm (term time). Hampton Vale Community Centre. Contact Rachael. T: 07983 421139.

Hampton Tiddlers 10am–12pm (except Bank Holidays). Stay & play sessions for children 0-5 yrs and their carers. Tesco Community Room, Serpentine Green PE7 8BD. FACEBOOK Hampton Tiddlers YogaBellies for Mum and Toddler Yoga class 9.40– 10.25am Hampton Leisure Centre T: 07585 384675 YogaBellies for Mum and Toddler Post-Natal Yoga class 10.30am Hampton Leisure Centre T: 07585 384675 Hampton Shotokan Karate 7–8pm Hampton Gardens School. £5 / lesson. hamptonshotokan.co.uk Football on the 11-aside pitch 7–9pm Hampton Gardens. Training sessions followed by a game with the option of signing for Hampton FC. All fitness and ability levels welcome. Contact Dan on 07525 030524 17th Nene, Gladstone Beaver Scouts 6 - 8rs.

6 - 7pm, CSK Church. Neil Webb. Group Scout Leader T - 01733 240240 - M - 07837115441 www.17thnene.co.uk

Tuesdays Scouts Boogie Beat Music and Movement 9.45–10.30am, CSK Church, Hampton. Lively and active class for 0-5 yrs. To book: Debbie 07834 238664.

17th Nene Duncan Scouts10 ½ - 14 yrs. 7.30–9pm Hampton Gardens School. Neil Webb. Group Scout Leader T 01733 240240 M 07837115441 www.17thnene.co.uk Vale Community Pre-school Ofsted Outstanding.

Mon - Fri 08:45–11:45 term time only. 2-4 yrs, funded or non-funded. Contact Nicole or Cheryl on 07818 567584 / 07834366845 Cygnets Pre-school Ofsted Outstanding. 8.40 –11.40am & 12.10–3.10pm (term time) Lunch club and separate 2 year room. Hampton Family Centre.

T: 01733 893361.

Brian's Yoga Hampton Vale Community Centre.

6.30–7.30pm. T: 01733 244642.

Child Health Clinic 1.30–3pm at The Hampton Family Centre.

Hampton Ladies’ Netball 7.30–9pm. Squad training night at Hampton Sports Centre.

E: rachdavis74@gmail.com Hampton Mobile Library 11.20am–12.10pm.

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Hampton Junior Cricket Club Under 9s & Under 11s 6.45–7.45pm Contact: Andy McIntyre 07974205845 www.hamptoncc.org Hampton Amateur Dramatics Group. 7.30pm.

Community Room.

5-a-side Adult Football Friendly matches in Hampton 8–9pm. All abilities & fitness levels. Call/txt Paul 07780 468 836.

Hampton Table Tennis Club 7–10pm. Hampton Vivacity Leisure Centre. All welcome, novices or potential league players (though not yet juniors). First session FREE, then £5.

YogaBellies for Pregnancy Prenatal Yoga class 7.30pm H.Vale Community Centre T: 07585 384675.

YogaBellies for Mum & Baby 10.30am Hampton Leisure Centre T: 07585 384675.

Walking for Health and Fun 11am–noon. Meet outside Hampton Vale shops. Free. All welcome.

T: 01733 248990.

Slimming World 5.30pm, 7.30pm. Hampton, CSK Silver Hill. Call Nat on 07540 109787

Wednesdays Vale Community Pre-school Ofsted Outstanding 2013/14 Mon - Fri 8:45–11:45am term time only. 2, 3 & 4 yrs, funded/non-funded. Contact Nicole or Cheryl 07818 567584 / 07834366845 Cygnets Pre-school Ofsted Outstanding 2018 8.40–11.40am & 12.10–3.10pm (term time) Lunch club and separate 2 year room. Hampton Family Centre.. T: 01733 893361 Brian's Yoga Tesco Community Centre.

1–2pm. T: 01733 244642.

Hampton Mobile Library 5.30–6.30pm. Hampton Hargate, Silver Hill.

Brownies 6.15pm. Hargate School.

Hampton Sports and Activities Club 1.15–3.15pm. Vale Community Centre. All welcome.

Story time 3.45–4.15pm. Hampton Library.

Hampton Shotokan Karate 7–8.30pm Hampton Leisure Centre. £5 / lesson hamptonshotokan.co.uk French For Beginners 6.30pm – 8.00pm Hampton Vale Community Centre. e: info@aberassociates.co.uk T: 01733 854454 www.aberassociates.uk

Thursdays 17th Nene, Baden-Powell Cub Scouts 7pm–8:30pm, 8 - 10 ½ yrs. Hampton Gardens School, Neil Webb. Group Scout Leader T - 01733 240240 - M 07837115441. www.17thnene.co.uk Baby Group at The Hampton Day Nursery 10am–11am, all sessions are free, no booking required.

T: 01733 566321.

Hampton WI 7.15pm. Every third Thursday of the month at the CSK church hall, Hampton.

Vale Community Pre-school Ofsted Outstanding 2013/14 Monday - Friday 08:45–11:45 term time only. For children aged 2, 3 & 4 yrs, funded or non-funded. Contact Nicole or Cheryl on T. 07818 567 584/ 07834 366 845

17th Nene Grylls Beaver Scouts 6 - 8yrs. 6–7pm Hampton Vale Primary School. Neil Webb. Group Scout Leader T - 01733 240240 - M - 07837115441 www.17thnene.co.uk Cygnets Pre-school Ofsted Outstanding 2018.

8.40–11.40am & 12.10–3.10pm (term time) Lunch club and separate 2 year room. Hampton Family Centre. T: 01733 893361.

The Ark Every Thursday at 10am at the CSK Church during term time.

Hampton Parish Council 7.00pm. Community Meeting Room at Serpentine Green. T. 07562 388040 or E. clerk@hamptonpc.org.uk 5-a-side Adult Football: Friendly matches. 7–8pm.

All abilities and fitness levels. Hampton based.

T: Paul 07780 468836 Slimming World Hampton Vale Community Centre.

3.30pm, 5.30pm and 7.30pm. Call for more information.

T: 07734 364138 Food bank CSK Church 7–9pm Hampton 5 a side football friendly adult football Thursday’s 8:30am, for more details please call/text Paul 07780 468836 Hampton Cricket Club Training (Winter month) Nene Park Academy. 7–9pm. Contact Andy for more information. E: ghana1991@bigpond.com French For Improvers 6.30pm – 8.00pm Hampton Vale Community Centre. www.aberassociates.uk or e: info@aberassociates.co.uk T: 01733 854454

Fridays Dance & Movement 1–2pm. The Hampton Family Centre. Booking: T: 01733 893361 Cygnets Pre-school Ofsted Outstanding. 8.40–11.40am & 12.10–3.10pm (term time) Lunch club & separate two year room. Hampton Family Centre. T: 01733 893361.

Vale Community Pre-school Ofsted Outstanding 2013/14 Monday - Friday 08.45–11.45 term time only. For children aged 2, 3 & 4 yrs, funded or non-funded. Contact Nicole or Cheryl on 07818 567584/ 07834366845 Hampton Tiddlers 10am–12pm (Bank holidays exc.), stay and play sessions for children from 0-5 year old & their carers. Tesco Community Room FACEBOOK Hampton Tiddlers Rhyme time 10–10.30am. Hampton Library.

Job club 9.30–11am. Hampton Library.

Saturdays Peterborough Young Singers 9.30–10.45am Juniors (aged 7 - 12) Seniors 9.30–11.30am (13 - 18).

Based at the CSK church in the community room. secretary@peterboroughyoungsingers.org.uk Keysports Football Dance and Sports Club Nene Park Academy. Call Scott T: 07790 016886 Chatterbooks Children's Reading Group Ages 8 - 11. Second Saturday of each month. Free, no booking required.

Slimming World Hampton Vale Community Centre. 8.30am and 10.30am. T: 07734 364138

Sundays Christ the Servant King ChurchService. 10am.

CSK Silver Hill.

Hampton Community Church 6–7pm.

Hampton Leisure Church.

Hampton Community Church Bible Study 6pm–8pm Hampton Vale Community Centre T: 07540 986095. Everyone welcome.

Boogizoo Hampton Vale community Centre 1.30pm for confident walkers. 2.30pm for wobbly walkers. £40 per ten week term or £5 per session pay as you go. Charis Newman 07555 697208 E: reachus@boogizoo.co.uk www.boogizoo.co.uk

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Hampton recently held the 2nd Annual Community Awards Ceremony and Parish COMMUNITY Meeting of the Electorate, the eventAWARDS was attended by residents, Councillors, and

local Police Constable Mel Mathieson

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A big 'thank you' to all residents who sent in a nomination for the Community Awards.

Hampton's two newest Ward Councillors handed out the awards. Each winner received a trophy, flowers and a prize.

Hampton Person of the Year Mr Nathan Minter The winner of the Hampton Person of the Year Mr Nathan Minter received an overwhelming amount of nominations for his passion, enthusiasm and commitment to ensuring that all Hamptons lakes continue to thrive. Nathan spends his free time clearing and cleaning the lakes and canals of litter and debris, has organised many learn to fish and swimming competitions and has been instrumental in establishing the Hampton Anglers Association and working alongside the Parish Council to formalise the fishing license conditions.

Mr Minter received a £50.00 Shelton’s Gift card.

This award was sponsored by Serpentine Green.

Commity Group of the Year Hampton Seniors Hampton Seniors led by Dianne Dearden were the winners of the Community Group of the Year 2019 Award. This group meets offers senior

Fishing Licence Approval Hampton Parish Council have approved the Fishing licence from O&H, and the Hampton Angling Association will begin on the 1 July 2019.

The Angling Association will help to maintain the lakes and as this is now under the control of the Parish, Anti-Social behaviour around the lakes can now be dealt with more efficiently.

The Angling Committee are all dedicated to providing the best environment for the fish and wildlife in Hampton and we be regularly holding working parties to clean the lakes and canals as well as holding learn to fish events and competitions.

citizens in Hampton friendship, games and days out! The group is extremely well attended and offers a warm welcome (and a cup of tea & biscuits) to all newcomers. Hampton Seniors meets on Wednesdays at 1pm in the Hampton Vale Community Centre Dianne, on behalf of the group, received a hamper full of tea, coffee biscuits and cakes.

This award was kindly sponsored by the Gurkha Lounge in Hampton Vale. The Gurkha Lounge is the first Nepalese & Indian restaurant of its kind in Hampton, bringing 'the best Nepalese & Indian cuisine with an unmatched ambience & setting that is truly mesmerising'. www.thegurkhalounge.com/

Community Group of the Year Runner-up Friday Night Football Project The Friday Night Football project offers youths the opportunity to play football alongside dedicated coaches. This is provided free of charge to all youths in Hampton and they meet at the AstroTurf at Beaumont Way starting at 7pm. For further information contact 07768 545915 www.romseymill.org All Anglers fishing within any of the lakes within the Parish will need to be a member. The Prices for annual membership are as follows; Hampton Residents ÂŁ10.00 Non-Hampton Residents ÂŁ35.00 Seniors Non-Resident ÂŁ27.50 Hampton Resident under 16 FREE Non-Hampton Resident under 16 ÂŁ5.00 Full details of how to apply for membership and current regulations can be found at: www.Hamptonpc.org.uk Hampton Angling Association also has a very active Facebook ď‚‚ Hampton Angling Association

Hampton Business of the Year Chimes CafĂŠ This wonderful cafĂŠ situated inside CSK Church offers Fairtrade hot refreshments, handmade cakes and other delicious treats. The cafĂŠ has an enclosed creche area which makes it a fantastic meeting area for parents as well as a quiet room for those who may wish to sit in a calmer and more serene environment.

Tony and the staff were mentioned frequently within the nominations received, due to their friendly approachable manner and excellent customer service. ď‚‚ chimescoffeeshop/

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The runner up for this award was the Hampton Vale Preschool which also received many nominations for their friendly approach and dedication to the children in their care. Open during term times Hampton Vale Preschool is situated in the Hampton Vale Community Centre.

The next Paris h Surgery will be held on the 10 July at 11.30am in Subway Ham pton Vale, whe re residents can co me and discus s any issues or co ncerns with th e PES Officer and the Parish Cler k.

The meeting of the Full Council will be on the 4 July at 7.15pm in the Commun ity Room at Serpentine Gree n, we invite all members of th e public to com e along and see whats happen ing in your commun ity.

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Change can be really challenging.

That’s why we at CSK Church go into all the primary schools in Hampton and present every year 6 pupil with a gift of a booklet called ‘It’s your move.’ Its 80 pages brim with advice, activities and real-life testimonies, supporting children through the changes of moving from Primary to Secondary education. It covers all the issues of concern for a young person, with features on getting to school, doing homework and finding your way around. ‘It's Your Move’ also covers some of the more difficult aspects of life at secondary school including making friends and bullying.

I read a quote by an actress who said: “Your ability to navigate and tolerate change and its painful uncomfortableness directly

correlates to your happiness and general well-being.”

Change is all around us and change happens to all of us in some form or another, and we all face change in different ways. Some of us love changes and others love for things to remain the same. Some of the changes we face, like the loss of a loved one, can quite literally change our whole lives. If you need support through change, do contact us at CSK Church or come along and join us at one of our Sunday services at 10am where you will discover, as we have, that God’s love for us never changes: He is the same yesterday, today and forever, and whatever we are going through in life, we can know His support and love as we support and love one another.

Every Blessing, Sylvia

Public urged to stay fire safe in hot weather Cambridgeshire residents have been urged to stay fire safe when outdoors this summer With temperatures forecast to be similarly high to last year, fires in open areas of land can easily spread and become out of control.

Group Commander Paul Clarke, head of community fire safety at Cambridgeshire Fire and Rescue Service, said: “We want to help ensure that people enjoy the sunny weather while it’s here safely. High temperatures and dry areas of land can be perfect conditions for a fire to spread. Something as simple as not stubbing a cigarette out properly, or using a disposable barbecue on grass, can start a fire that can develop quickly.”

There are seven simple steps we urge residents to take to help prevent an outdoor fire: 1. Ensure cigarettes are completely out 2. Do not throw cigarettes out of car windows onto grass verges or vegetation 3. Put disposable barbecues on bricks, do not place directly on grass 4. Do not leave glass bottles lying on the ground, the sun’s rays reflect through the glass and can start a fire 5. When camping, do not leave campfires unattended and make sure it is completely out before you leave it 6. Use barbecues on a hard, flat surface, away from grass, shrubs or fencing 7. Talk to your children about the dangers of starting a fire.

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I was looking for a way to get the neighbours together and having the cricket pitch on our doorstep was the perfect place to do this. Picnic on the Pitch seemed the ideal title for the event I shared this idea on our Hampton Water Peterborough residents group Facebook page. It soon became popular with lots of people interested. I had lots of neighbours offering to help from storing the food in their fridges, helping with the shopping for the event and setting up the gazebos.

At the end of the night lots of people helped to pack it all away.

We had over 50 people turn up for the event during the day starting at 1pm and eventually finishing around 11pm. It was lovely seeing

all the children of all ages playing together and making friends. We had rounders, giant Jenga skittles and football taking place. The adults were all talking and getting to know each other.

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Home is where the is I was born and bred in Yaxley attending William de Yaxley and my Nan being born in Yaxley in the early 1920s when there was only Broadway and Main Street. I lived myself in Yaxley until I was 22 years old. I currently live in Coates with my husband Lee and our two dogs Peppa and Betty.

I have worked within the financial services industry for the last 12 years. My first job being a mortgage underwriter for Norwich and Peterborough Building Society. This is where my love of mortgages began!

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I take pride in saving my clients time and money on their important investment.

I love spending time with family and friends and love to walk our dogs around Coates especially Feldale Lake – which is such a beautiful place to spend time My ultimate aim is to be a key lifestyle provider for Peterborough and Cambridgeshire and a multi advisor mortgage brokerage with a team of likeminded individuals who have a passion for providing a friendly and stress free experience with a world class customer service. I am currently on the look out for the right people to join my team.  Clients have kindly shared their reviews on the Heartland Mortgage Services Facebook Page and the Heartland Mortgage Services Facebook Page Feefo Review Page.

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As with all insurance policies, conditions & exclusions will apply.

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THE LANCASTER CLUB PRESENTS Weekend beer festival with free, family fun!

Country Night HEADLINING

TROUBADOR COUNTRY

Friday 26 July 6pm A traditional 5 piece UK band performing songs from America’s greatest country music artists.

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CAMDEN LOCK Saturday 27 July 4pm 60’s & 70’s rock music.

AUD’S KARAOKE Sunday 28 July 4pm

Guest beers BBQ hot food Outside prosecco & gin bar Stalls Cask beers Other local artists performing ○

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OUR OTHER EVENTS Mondays 7pm - Quiz Night All welcome

Tuesdays 7pm - Bingo All welcome

6 July - Pat Campbell

13 July - Ray Carter

Performing songs from artists like - Buddy Holly, The Beatles, Rolling Stones, Dire Straits and many more

20 July - CD Night

If you like a touch of Neil Diamond, Billy Fury, The Drifters, Elvis then this show is for you

A chance to select your own favourites for our resident DJ to play for you

EVENTS ABOVE ARE FREE FOR CLUB MEMBERS £1 FOR GUESTS MONDAY Quiz Night (open to all)  TUESDAY Bingo (open to all)  WEDNESDAY Crib League  THURSDAY Dominoes League FRIDAY Meat Raffle 7pm  SATURDAY Entertainment starting 9pm  Last FRIDAY of month Golf Society  Last SUNDAY of month Karaoke

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Summer Holiday Fun Activities

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localevents Vivacity has you covered this summer holiday with 6 weeks of activities and events across the city Visit vivacity.org/holidayactivities for dates, times and booking where applicable.

From holidays clubs to heritage events, themed activities to family days out, there are plenty of reasons to get excited for the 6 weeks of the school holidays with Vivacity.

Vivacity’s holiday clubs are running between Mon 22 Jul - Fri 30 Aug at 4 venues. They are for kids aged between 4-13 and are open between 8:30am-5:30pm each day. There’s so much to get stuck into including; sports activities, creative sessions and special event days. Plus, brand new escape room experiences. The clubs are now bookable until April 2020 for parents who want to get organised and secure a place.

Vivacity’s intensive swimming courses are back again for the summer holidays at Jack Hunt pool and gym. The fully trained swim instructors teach additional skills and techniques that help children to improve their confidence in the water, help them reach their full potential and give them a sense of accomplishment. They’ll receive a swimming cap

on the first day and a certificate at the end of the week. The intensive swimming courses are taking place every school holiday and are bookable directly at Jack Hunt.

Get arty at the Central library with drop in creative crafts sessions on various days over the summer holidays and enjoy a trio of ‘Out Of This World’ stories, performed by storyteller John Kirk on Fri 9 Aug at the John Clare Theatre also at the Central Library.

Get the kids involved in the ‘space chase’ summer reading challenge that is taking place. Sign up for free at your local library: read 6 book throughout the Summer, collect Space Chase stickers for every book you read and receive a Space Chase certificate.

Plus, at Peterborough Archives at the Central Library create a fairground ride with ‘The fun of the fair’ activities on 8 August between 11am - 1pm.

There’s plenty of adventure to be had at Vivacity’s heritage sites. Visit Longthorpe Tower on the 10 and 11 Aug and get involved with medieval activities at

the ‘Knights & Princesses’ event. At Flag Fen on the 27 and 28 Jul the ‘Festival of Archaeology’ will help to spark adventurous young minds and on 24 - 26 August meet soldiers when the ‘Roaring Romans’ make an appearance. Plus, don’t miss a live pirate adventure, ‘Treasure Island’, at Flag Fens’ open air theatre on 17 Aug.There will also be ‘Space Chase, Summer Reading Challenge’ themed events at Peterborough Museum throughout the summer holiday.

Visit the Key Theatre and treat the family to a show. Kindred drama and the Key Youth Theatre bring ‘Legally Blonde the Musical’ live on stage from Wed 21 - Sat 24 Aug. Plus, don’t miss Vivacity’s big blockbuster movies, including Spiderman Homecoming & Secret Life of Pets 2.

And, the fun doesn’t stop there. Vivacity have your whole 6 weeks covered with a range of activities and days out including: Peterborough Lido, Bretton Water Park, Rollers and Inclusive sports.

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Monday 1 July Peterborough Pride Dog Walk

Ferry Meadows

5.30 - 7pm After a busy weekend of pride celebrations, enjoy the evening peace and serenity of Ferry Meadows as we join to walk our dogs together. This is a free event, but please let us know you are coming by booking a place for you and your dog. Any age. 01733 234193 www.nenepark.org.uk

Saturday 6, 13, 20, 27 & 30 July Junior Sailing Club Ferry Meadows

3 - 4.30pm Come and join our qualified sailing instructor at our Junior Sailing Club for 8 to 16 yr olds. Learn basic sailing techniques and manouvres, capsize procedures and learn parts of the boat. We will play games and generally have fun in the water. Costs £20.

Ages 8 - 16 years. 01733 234193 www.nenepark.org.uk

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Saturday 6 July Pond Dipping Ferry Meadows

12 - 3pm Come along to our drop in session and spend some time pond dipping and identifying the fascinating creatures you find.

Ages 5+ years. 01733 234193 www.nenepark.org.uk

Monday 8 & 22 July Nature Tots

Ferry Meadows

10 - 11.30am A fun monthly outdoor parent and toddler group. Each session has a nature theme and will include a messy craft activity, time to explore the beautiful outdoors, story and songtime. Costs £3.50. Ages 2+ years.

01733 234193 www.nenepark.org.uk

Sunday 14 July Car Boot sale event At Hampton Community Sports Association, Beaumont Way, Hampton PE7 8DN. Gates Open -8am. Trading starts 9am Cars £8. Car Trailer £12 Phone: 07761010001 for details All vehicles must pre-book to allow access to the site Car boot holders and disabled pre booked will be provided with access on site.

Friday 19 July Adult Sailing Taster

Ferry Meadows

10am - 12pm A taster designed for beginners, this session introduces the basic concepts of sailing. Learn about personal preparation, balancing and turning the boat through the wind. Costs £25. Ages 16+ years. 01733 234193 www.nenepark.org.uk

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TRAVEL FEATURE

by Jamie Banks

River Cruising River cruising has become increasingly popular in recent years with many of the world’s major rivers now being toured. In Europe, the Danube is one of the most popular rivers, followed by the Rhine and Elbe. Elsewhere in the world, the Amazon, the Nile, the Yangtze in China and the Mekong from Vietnam to Cambodia are also popular destinations I was lucky enough to experience a river cruise through Budapest on the Danube with Ama Waterways earlier this year. On arrival we were met with glasses of champagne while the check in process was carried out.

We were taken to a stunning bar area and I was surprised by how luxurious the boat was. Our cabin was spacious and had a large balcony with table and chairs where we could sit and watch the scenery pass by.

The whole cruise was all inclusive with a great range of drinks available.

The restaurants on board served spectacular food. I was worried that the boat would feel cramped, but it never did even though we were told it was a fully booked trip.

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Helping local swans A concerned Hampton resident wished to let readers know about the recent safe rescue of a wandering swan ...

At this time of the year swans have disagreements about territory. Nest against nest and the strongest wins.

People find swans wandering around and sometimes this can be dangerous as they seem to like wandering along West Lake Avenue at the busy times and causing traffic to swerve around them. Or they can be seen sitting outside people’s front doors, in their gardens or parking areas. One was recently found sitting just outside the Moorhen and seemed not to notice the cars that were edging alongside it, trying not to run it over.

I tried all sorts of organisations, but none seemed interested in helping, until I found a brilliant rescue organisation at Whittlesey called

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Unity Wildlife Rescue. With the aim of treating and rehabilitating any local wildlife, they sent people to transfer the swan to another lake. I can’t praise them enough!

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The male mute swan, known as the cob, fiercely defends the territory that he and his mate share . If an intruder, such as another male swan, dares to invade his territory he uses a threat posture, raising his wings and back feathers, while lowering his head and moving powerfully through the water.

Harming a swan in any way is a criminal offence and prosecutions are becoming more

commonplace now that conviction precedents have been set.

It is also a criminal offence to interfere with nesting swans in any way – they may only be removed or handled by recognised groups who should act in the best interest of an endangered, sick or injured bird.

In addition to the natural threats they face from foxes, mink & botulism, modern society has added several more such as pollution, vandalism, uncontrolled dogs, fishing-tackle and lead poisoning, as well as unmarked pylons, overhead cables & bridges.

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In folklore seeing a red butterfly is supposed to bring excitement and energy. Well, when I saw a Red Admiral in our Hampton Vale garden the other day, I was pleased because I hadn’t actually seen one in Hampton before. I didn’t get the ‘special message’, though, that in folklore it was supposed to bring to me

hampton wildlife

Red Admiral butterfly

Lakota (Lover of Nature)

But I can recall the beautiful patterns and colours that the Red Admiral possesses. Although the overall impression is red and black its wings also have distinctive shades of dark brown, plus white spots and patches. If you’ve never seen one do keep an eye out in Hampton this summer; they really are one of our most beautiful butterflies. It is this time of year when they are most plentiful in number, but seem to be quite rare around this area. The ones we do see, however, may well have come across from Europe where many migrate to during the winter to find warmer weather; returning northwards again in the summer months.

Male Red Admirals have interesting territorial behaviour. Only males with a territory have an opportunity to mate, and they will often fly around patrolling their area seven to thirty times an hour. Those with strong flying ability are those that are able to chase off intruding males and therefore then able to mate with females.

Often the males will court females for several hours before mating actually takes place. Once it has then the female will lay her eggs on stinging nettles, which provide food for the caterpillars once they have hatched. Adult Red Admirals drink nectar from flowering plants such as the buddleia, and will also eat overripe fruit.

Red Admirals are often known as a people-friendly butterfly, often landing on and using humans as perches. In many cultures butterflies are seen as a symbol for the soul. In Chinese culture butterflies often symbolise a long and healthy life. The Japanese also have great respect for butterflies: for them they can represent marital bliss and the vibrancy of youth. In Greek mythology they zwere often seen as the souls of loved ones. In various native American mythology butterflies symbolise the human spirit, with tribes believing that they are able to take a person’s wishes to the ‘Great Spirit’ to be answered.

Look out for the

Hornet hoverfly They are big. They are photogenic. And they are in disguise. Give welcome to some of Britain’s most spectacular hoverflies.

Even if one travelled the world, it is unlikely that you would encounter larger or more memorable hoverflies. Yet the chances are that the hornet hoverfly (volucella zonaria) lives at or very close your address . Hoverflies are mimics of stinging or biting insects and this big beast mimics the European hornet.

At times these hoverflies can be very active and difficult to approach. However, when they are preoccupied feeding at flowers or sun bathing, they tend to rely on their mimicry to permit close approach.

The key question, ‘am I looking at a fly or not’?

Hoverflies have short antennae. Bees and most wasps have long antennae, and in the case of social and solitary wasps the antennae have an elbow bend near the base. That difference is very easy to spot. Female hoverflies do not have pollen baskets on their hind legs. Flies have only two wings, the hind pair reduced to drum-sticks functioning as gyroscopes.

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RECIPE

Raspberry Ripple Ice Cream July is National Ice Cream Month. Celebrate with this homemade raspberry ripple Preparation time: 20 minutes Cooking time: 10 minutes Servings: 12 Ingredients 250g raspberries  225g caster sugar  2 large eggs 4 egg yolks  600ml double cream  Raspberries or other fruit for serving Method  Place the raspberries in a pan with 2 tbsp of the sugar. Cook on a medium heat until sugar dissolves into the pulp. Simmer for 5 mins until thickened, then push the pulp through a sieve into a bowl and discard the seeds.  Place the eggs, egg yolks and remaining sugar into a bowl. Whisk with an electric whisk hand whisk to combine everything, then place over a pan of gently simmering water – the bowl should not touch the water. Beat with the electric whisk for 3-4 mins until thick and pale. Remove from heat and continue beating with the whisk until cool.  In another bowl, whisk the cream until it forms soft peaks, then gently fold into the cool egg mix until just combined. Pour the mix into a shallow container or dish that can be frozen. Just before you freeze the mixture gently swirl the raspberry puree through, cover with cling film and freeze for at least 6 hrs.  Remove from the freezer about 20 minutes before serving. Place scoops of the ice cream into bowls with extra raspberries or other fruit. It's also gorgeous in cones.

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Chimes Coffee Shop

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Hampton Business of the Year 2019 Chimes, CSK’s coffee shop, has been voted best business in Hampton by residents who sent nominations to the Hampton Parish Council Community Awards. In giving the award to ‘this wonderful café’, the Parish Council noted that: ‘Tony and the staff were mentioned frequently within the nominations received due to their friendly approachable manner and excellent customer service’ Tony Sleight, Coffee Shop Manager’ said: ‘We’re delighted to receive the award and especially to know that we were nominated for it by our customers. We are a not-forprofit business, committed to serving delicious handmade cakes, freshly-made food and Fairtrade hot refreshments, with love. It’s great to see more and more people coming to Chimes now we are open from Monday to Saturday. We have been very pleased with the feedback we’ve received about our new summer menu and our gelato icecreams are proving really popular’.

Tony added: ‘Our city councillors have been great in getting behind what we are doing, including helping secure funds to purchase new equipment. We are so grateful to them and others, such as our volunteers, who enable us to go from strength to strength’

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Browns removals have been moving homes for the past 35 years. So whether your removal is large or small, you’re moving home, moving office, or require long or short term storage, be rest assured that we have the knowledge and experience to ensure your removal is carried out smoothly and stress free.

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Need help caring for your cat(s) in your home while you’re away?

Anne can provide the love and care they need when you can’t be there

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SERVICES OFFERED Feed / water / clean bowls daily Clean out litter tray Provide attention and lots of fuss / play / brushing, if required Optional Text/WhatsApp updates while you’re away (I am happy to water indoor/outdoor plants, move post, put bins out, leave lights on, close curtains, etc… so your house doesn’t look empty while you’re away.)

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My charge per daily visit (irrespective number of cats), in applicable any Caring for your of feline friend(s) your home day of the week, including most bank holidays: £8.00 (once daily) £14.00 (twice daily)

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As a ‘cat person’ and cat owner myself, I know just how important it is to find someone you can trust and rely on to care for your cat(s) while away from home. It can be difficult and sometimes awkward having to rely on family and friends, and they may not have the time, as I have, to fuss over your feline friend(s).

I understand how precious your cat is to you, and I will treat your cat as if it were my own. Your cat(s) remain content within the comfort and familiar surroundings of your home.

No stressful car journeys/stays in unfamiliar cattery surroundings.

I have two cats, Phoebe (age 11) and Tabby (age 3). Tabby, once a nervous and temperamental stray, is now a very attentive and content domestic cat. He appeared at my

house in search of food and shelter a year after Louis, my Maine Coon, who had reached 17, passed away. I’ve always had a cat of some kind, whether an ordinary moggie or a pedigree, I love them all equally.

I live in Hampton and am not employed in any other work so at your service morning, daytime and evening.

I am happy to meet you and your cat(s) at a time that is convenient to you for a free no obligation chat about your requirements.

I have full pet business insurance and am DBS/CRB checked. I have an unmarked car and I don’t wear a uniform so I’m not advertising the fact you’re away when I make my visit.

You deal directly with me, not a new face each time, so your cat builds up a good relationship with me.

So, you want to be a…

VET

Veterinary Medicine is a highly competitive field.

Every year there are hundreds of applicants for each available place. It is probably one of the most over- subscribed courses in the country

By James Campbell You will need excellent A-levels.

Most people have chemistry, biology and either physics or maths at Grade A or B. Some universities will accept other subjects if they are impressed with the candidate. You will need to check with individual universities. Many Veterinary schools expect candidates to take a BMAT test (BMAT stands for biomedical admissions test) in order to get into vet school. This is an aptitude test. Go to www.bmat.org.uk for information and sample questions.

Be prepared not to get in at the first attempt. You can re-apply and make use of the year to gain experience. Whether it is a first attempt or a retry you need to differentiate yourself for the competition. Try to gain experience

working in a vet practice, on farms assisting with lambing or calving, in dog kennels or at local zoos and animal rescue centres. Mostly you will be cleaning out kennels, feeding animals, making tea etc.

It will almost certainly be unpaid.

But ask lots of questions, and ask to observe interesting operations etc. Write up interesting cases and experiences as case studies, explain what you learned and submit these along with your application. This will prove to the university that you are self-motivated and dedicated, which counts for a lot during the application process.

Remember that universities like to take on well-rounded students, so make sure develop hobbies and talents in other areas too.

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Stretton Pre-School Full and half-day sessions available at our Main Street and Fourfields sites in Yaxley - booking now for September.

Sessions (2-4 years) 9am - 3pm (4.30pm, Main Street) Breakfast Club from 7.30am, Main Street only We accept two year old funding, 15 and 30 hour funding.

No minimum booking required, just drop-in and meet us!

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01733 248048 OPEN Mon to Fri 7am - 6pm Call us to arrange a visit

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Hampton College Primary

Little Acorns

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Hampton College Progress has been at the forefront of everyone’s mind in recent weeks as our students have prepared for their external GCSE and A Level examinations.

Students have continued to be actively engaged in a variety of extra-curriculuar and sporting activities and curriculum based trips. Year 12 Geography A Level students travelled to the Holderness Coast, East Riding Geography to undertake various field studies which will form part of their final coursework.

Students were taken to the West End in London to watch the production of Death of a Salesman, where students met with Hollywood actor Wendell Pierce – who played the lead role of Willy Loman.

Year 11 have been treated to a fantastic performance of Lamphouse Theatre’s production of ‘Suitcase Romeo & Juliet’. We hope it has helped students in Year 11 to revise the play’s characters, plot and themes in preparation for their first English Literature exam.

Form JOW were recently served lunch by the Headteacher, Mr Gilligan, for achieving the SLT Award in the College’s Houseopoly reward programme. The students have worked hard together to ensure they met that target and have gone above and beyond to try to reach the last reward point of Head of School award.

They are also on track to surpass this award in the next half term.

The Year 9 Football Team also have achieved major success by beating Nene Park Academy 3-2 to lift the Peterborough Schools Cup. The boys played extremely well and we are really proud of your success. Congratulations to the whole team.

They were then presented with a Head’s Commendation by Mr Gilligan in front of all College staff during morning briefing.

We are holding a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths) day, focusing on careers across Hampton Academies Trust schools for Year 8 Students.

Local employers involved in STEM related careers will be joining us at the careers fair.

We also entered the Year 7, 8 and 9 tennis team into the Peterborough Schools Championships. The Year 9 tournament was a massive success and we were crowned CHAMPIONS for the first time ever by beating Kings, The Peterborough School and OBA. In the Year 8 Tournament we finished a close third behind Kings and Hampton Gardens.

Hampton Mini Movers We have enjoyed some lovely singalong sessions in the outdoor play area recently, and the children have loved joining in with Julie’s fantastic songs and actions!

Hopefully the weather will be kind over the remainder of the term for us to enjoy more al fresco singing, as well as doing the Hokey Cokey! The sessions are run by volunteers from KingsGate Community Church.

Contact Rachael 07983 421139 for more information, search for Hampton Mini Movers on Facebook or just pop along, no need to book.

Little Acorns Day Nursery and Montessori School The children are enjoying lots of water play and messy activities. We have also been exploring the gardens looking for different bugs and had a pet week with children bringing in their own pets to show their friends.

The preschool are getting ready to leave us ahead of their new adventure to 'big school', enjoying visits from the primary schools and finding out exciting information about their new school.

Thank you to Laura from Yaxley church who came in to speak to the children, we hope to see you soon.

If you are interested in a space please contact the nursery on 01733 244000 or enquiries@littleacorns-daynursery.co.uk

The Ark The Ark has been exploring jobs this term through sensory activities, crafts, songs and stories.

A selection of cereals led to much creativity as the children used diggers and dumper trucks to create a construction site. The farmyard scene also proved popular. Heather has been teaching us some new songs and telling us more stories all based around this theme and we have continued to be in fine voice.

Jo, from Spurgeons Children’s Charity (based in Peterborough), will be joining us for a few sessions during the summer term. She will be bringing along some story sacks to match our job themes. Her selection of animal-related stories on ‘Vets’ week proved very popular.

We look forward to welcoming you on a Thursday morning 10 – 11.15am at CSK Hampton Church. The Ark is taking a break during the school summer holidays. Our last session this half term will be Thursday 18 July 2018.

Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service for Hampton Tiddlers Hampton Tiddlers, a group of volunteers based in Peterborough have been honoured with the Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service, the highest award a voluntary group can receive in the UK. Hampton Tiddlers is a stay and play charity group for children aged 0 to 5 years and their parents and carers, formed following the closure of 6 children’s centres in Peterborough in 2014. We run two sessions a week which are open to children and carers all over Peterborough to tackle isolation faced by parents who are unable to get out and find suitable activities for young children. Parents and carers report they not only enjoy the sessions but also the activities help to reduce isolation, increase health, wellbeing and participation of them and their children in the community where they live, both them and their children made friends by coming to the group.

The sessions also help encourage families to get involved in their communities in a positive way through befriending activities, volunteering, reduction in chances of being affected by mental health issues due to isolation, bring a greater understanding in Peterborough.

The Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service aims to recognise outstanding work by volunteer groups to benefit their local communities. It was created in 2002 to celebrate the Queen’s Golden Jubilee. Winners are announced each year on 2 June – the anniversary of the Queen’s Coronation. Award winners this year are wonderfully diverse. They include volunteers helping people overcome mental health problems through sport, volunteers using caravans as mobile cafe/information centres in geographically remote locations and another group mentoring children who have a parent in prison.

Representatives of Hampton Tiddlers will receive the award from Mrs Julie Spence OBE QPM Lord Lieutenant of Cambridgeshire later this summer.

Hampton Tiddlers’s Founder and Chairperson, Faustina Yang says: "We are really honoured to receive this award from the Queen. It is a great recognition of our dedicated volunteers’ hard work. I am proud of you all. Thank you all our past and current volunteers, and all the organasiations and individuals who have supported us.

Special thanks to Hampton Gazette and Yaxley Gazette for promoting our group so we can reach more people in the communities, and to PCVS for all the support throughout our journey, Cllr Marco Cereste for nominating us, Tesco Serpentine Green for providing the community space. We wouldn’t have made such big impact for our communities without you. Thank you!"

Hampton College Primary M&M Productions performed their spectacular version of The Wizard of Oz in front of 360 beaming children. It was an absolute spectacle from beginning to end, with stunning harmonies in their beautiful renditions of the classical musical’s songs, and scene changes that had characters appearing as if from nowhere and disappearing into thin air. The children were mesmerised throughout and our staff had just as much fun!

Year 6 were treated to a personalised workshop afterwards, in which they were taught by the performers about stage confidence, characterisation, lighting and sound and even the secrets behind their magical scene changes. Some Year 6 children became directors for a short scene of the play while others bravely acted the scene out in front of the year group.

Our Year 5 pupils embarked on a trip to Thorpe Park as part of their 'Scream Machine' topic. Whilst on this trip the children had invaluable experiences working alongside engineers to design their own rollercoaster cars, as part of a science and maths workshop with the park professionals. Of course the trip wouldn’t have been complete without an afternoon to experience some of the rides and put their learning into action!

We would like to extend our sincere thanks to the Mulberry Tree Farm for fundraising £750 to enable this trip to take place.

Folksworth Pre-school It’s hard to believe that the academic year is drawing to a close and our children have been accepted at their chosen schools. Although this always brings about mixed emotions from parents and children, well planned transition helps support the families take the next step on their child’s academic path.

However this does not stop or slow down the fun and learning here at Folksworth Preschool. This terms home learning project is raising a caterpillar at home. Our children will enjoy caring for a caterpillar at home and taking responsibility for his or her own pet. Many of the children have named their new pet, one being called spike.... we can’t wait to see what happens next and talking about why and how things change.

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Money Matters

by Pete Bird, Bird & Co, Certified Public Accountants

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legallybinding MAKING TAX DIGITAL VAT Update HMRC’s latest MTD policy update means supplier statements can now be used to record expenses for input tax purposes; a big time saving for many businesses that adopt spreadsheet accounting or those that have many monthly invoices A controversial policy of HMRC has always been that a business using, for example, the cash accounting scheme and spreadsheets to record their expenses had to record every single purchase invoice in a digital format even though the business might make a single payment to a supplier based on a statement covering perhaps 40 or 50 different invoices. It would be sensible for the business to make a one-line entry based on the payment total. With the cash accounting scheme input tax is only claimed when payments are made to suppliers. That policy has now changed.

The updated notice has also confirmed that petty cash expenses can be posted as a single total if no individual receipt within the posting exceeds £50 and the total of all receipts does not exceed £500 per entry.

Both figures are VAT inclusive.

Change of address Bird & Co are moving from their current address in Holme Road Yaxley to 183 Main Street Yaxley (previously known as Sophie T’s vintage tea room).

An exact date for the move is not known as internal changes are being done, but a rough date will be the end of July/early August 2019. Further details will be announced in due course, but of course all of our client’s will be notified as will everyone else.

Are you muddled over maintenance?

You may not think you are, but it is very likely that you haven’t fully appreciated the significance of an order for child maintenance payments included in a consent finance order within divorce proceedings.

It is always desirable to have a finance order in place, which you can ask the Court to make after decree nisi in divorce proceedings, because it brings closure to the financial claims of the divorcing parties so you know there won’t be any nasty surprises in the future.

But it is not uncommon for the recipient of child maintenance payments set out in a consent order, to get a nasty surprise when the payer, very often the husband, decides to reduce or stop the payments altogether.

You may think that can’t happen, but in fact after 12 months from the date of the order, child maintenance is not enforceable in the usual course of events and the Child Maintenance Service takes over the enforcement of maintenance, in accordance with their own calculations. Either party can apply for a CMS assessment and once this is made, the terms of the court order are cancelled.

So bear this in mind if you are presented with a consent order with agreed child maintenance included. It only has a short life span. Any questions, consult with your.

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Choosing the perfect hat First you need to look at your face shape. Ovalshaped faces can get away with almost any style.

A large brimmed hat should be tilted backwards slightly so that it frames your face. If you have a square or round face, choose a hat with a large brim and wear it slanted. A long face looks lovely with a beret style or even a Matador style Glasses can be a bit tricky but choose a hat with an upturned brim style so that it doesn't feel like you are hiding behind a lot of face furniture!

There is a bit of an art to hat wearing. You need to think about your hairstyle. Hair should complement the hat. Hats nearly always look

shop. They will be trained to help you choose the right piece and talk you through how to wear it to best effect.

Try lots of styles, colours and textures. Make the most of trained staff. Let them be your guide.

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then you should keep your dress and accessories minimal to allow it to take centre stage. If you've already got the outfit though, then pick out elements such as colour or fabric, to try and match. Exact matches are not necessary, sometimes complementing tones work better.

You shouldn't pick anything you feel you have to fuss or fidget with; you should feel completely confident right hat for you. Don't shy away from 'big' hats because they generally look smaller once they are actually on your head

If you fall in love with a hat that's a real statement piece, then you should keep your dress and accessories minimal to allow it to take centre stage. better worn with hair up, because it accentuates the neck. Small hats should rest just above the eyebrow, they look wrong perched on the very top of the head. If in doubt, ask the stylist in the

By Sarah Davey

Most people start with an outfit and try to find a hat to complement it. But it might be better to do it the other way around. If you fall in love with a hat that's a real statement piece,

If you are very lucky you might have a dress and hat hire establishment in your town. This can be an excellent way to get the outfit and hat of your dreams for a fraction of the cost of buying it outright.

At the end of the day you have to feel happy, confident and comfortable in your chosen hat.

Physical comfort is the most important factor.

You shouldn't pick anything you feel you have to fuss or fidget with; you should feel completely confident.

As the hat designer Piers Atkinson says, "Make sure the hat doesn't wear you; you wear the hat!"

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There are plenty of events to get involved in this season at the Lido, including the return of ‘Summer Solstice.’ There is a breakfast swim including breakfast between 4:45am-6:45am at £12.50 and a Sunset & midnight swim including dinner between 8pm-12:30am at £17.50. This year, you can get involved in Peterborough Pride swims, including a transgender & non-binary session and a LGBTQIA session. Plus, there will be midnight swim sessions on Fri 12 Jul and Fri 9 Aug between 9:30pm and 12:30am.

LAKESIDE HEALTHCARE Alcohol Reduction Programme What is the Alcohol Reduction Programme?

The programme provides an early intervention to people who are drinking at increasing risk levels. The intervention will focus on reducing alcohol consumption and improving key lifestyle behaviours (diet, smoking and physical activity) and where appropriate signposting to other relevant specialist services.

What to expect?

Our Specialist Alcohol Practitioner provides one-to-one support for up to 8 sessions, over a 12 month period. They support an individual to set realistic goals and to develop a personalised behaviour change plan to reduce their alcohol intake so that alcohol consumption is within the Chief Medical Officer's guideline of no more than 14 units per week.

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Provides information and advice for people with dementia and their carers the next clinic date is Tuesday 9 July 10am, 11am and 12pm. To book an appointment please contact the surgery or visit alzheimers.org.uk

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The Practice will be closed on Wednesday 17 July 12.30 - 4pm for staff training. Emergency Telephone 01733 240478.

Late Summer Holiday Closure

We will be closed for the Late Summer Holiday on Monday 26 August.

How do you access this service?

The surgery will be open on People can self-refer via Saturday 24 August in the morning phone 0333 005 0093, email only. Please make sure you have eh.changepointcambs@nhs.net sufficient medication to cover over the or visit everyonehealth.co.uk/cambs holiday period.

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Whether you’ve already booked a week in the sun, are planning a short family break – or have yet to grab a last-minute getaway – don’t get caught up in the holiday blues this summer Holiday security is as important to add to your checklist as the usual ‘money, tickets, passport’ mantra.

And there is plenty to consider; last year, holiday scamming accounted for around £7 million being ‘stolen’ from holiday makers, according to research - with more than 5,000 people the victims of holiday booking fraud.

Travel association ABTA said victims lost an average of £1,380 each, having bought bogus airline tickets, accommodation or organised tours.

It said fraudsters were using increasingly sophisticated methods to target people looking for good deals.

More than half (53%) of the crimes related to the sale of airline tickets, with scammers particularly targeting people visiting family and friends in Africa and the Indian subcontinent.

One in four cases involved accommodation, such as payments to stay in upmarket villas which are either fictitious or are being offered without the owner's knowledge.

Spain and France were among the destinations most commonly affected.

Before you click to confirm payment, here are some tips from ABTA, Action Fraud and Get Safe Online:

If you are considering installing or upgrading any CCTV security / lighting or alarm systems – or even changing the locks – Safe Local Trades & Services has many reputable traders who can help. Visit the website at www.safelocaltrades.com for details of your nearest professional trader.

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 Check the booking agent's web address is legitimate and has not been altered by slight changes to a domain name - such as going from ‘.co.uk’ to ‘.org’  Don't just rely on one review - do a thorough online search to check the company's credentials  Check whether the company is a member of a recognised trade body such as ABTA  Wherever possible, pay by credit card and be wary about paying directly into a private individual's bank account  Study receipts, invoices as well as terms and conditions  If something sounds too good to be true, it probably is We can also greatly reduce the risk of burglary whilst away; a dark home in the evenings and uncollected mail is a sign to burglars that no one is home.

Also remember, before you go on holiday:  Set up automatic timer switches to turn your lights on when it gets dark  Register for the Royal Mail’s ‘keepsake’ service  Move valuable items out of view of windows  Cut front and back lawns and trim back plants  Don’t discuss holiday plans on social media  Ask a trusted neighbour to watch over your home whilst you’re away

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