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Fitness Feature 6 Hobbies: Become a Wildlife Recorder 8 Beer of the Month 10 Denham Parish Council 12 The Wildlife Zone 16 Children’s Puzzle Page 18 Recipe: Salmon & Broccoli Quiche 20 Books: Holiday Reads 22 Coffee Break Puzzles 24 Beauty and the Beach 26 RSPCA Rehoming Appeal 28 The Golden Years: Memories of 50 years ago 30 Gadgets for going off the beaten track 32 Denham Against HS2 34 Brand new inflatable aqua park 38 Puzzle Solutions 38 Cake & Bake: Tropical fruit roulade 40 Will your dog take the plunge? 42 Wordsearch 42 Motoring: Mini Countryman vs Skoda Yeti 44 Travel: New Delhi 46 Modern technology don’t let it ruin your health 48 Interiors: Come back to carpet 50 Citizens Advice Bureau 52 Useful Telephone Numbers 52 Karen Munro Careers 54 Short Story: The too hot tub 56 The best way to spend your money abroad 58 Thames Valley Police Bulletin 60 Whats on at Hillingdon Theatres 60 Garden Feature 62 Clubs, Groups & Classes 64, 66 & 68 Local Events 70
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Sean Miles is the owner of FUTURE PERSONAL TRAINING a brand dedicated in achieving the very best results. He has taken over 9000 PT sessions in his career and has a regional Bootcamp product based all around the South East. Future PT has partnered up with Richings Park Sports Club and is located it’s HQ here.
Over the next few months I would like to give you a realistic insight into the best ways to get healthier and fitter both physically and mentally. Magazines and TV’s will have you believe that it’s a quick fix and weight loss is the holy grail of proving your results but there is so much more to your health than weight loss. We aim to give you the very best realistic advice...
4 ways to help you beat sugar
Sugar is forever in the news these days, it is known as the bad guy and it is with justification. The growing diabetes issue here in the uK means we are not far behind the uSa in terms of adults and children suffering with this disease. research shows that the not-so-innocent sweet tooth could be doing serious damage to your health, leading to weight gain, high blood pressure and cholesterol levels.
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Sugar can be found in so many products on the supermarket shelves. and is now so addictive there are special retreats to come off it. This is not a good sign and if we do not get a grip of this problem our health and our children’s health will suffer in the future. Below are 4 great ways you can minimise your sugar intake:
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Instead of eating your standard cereal opt for a breakfast with oats, greek yoghurt and add your choice of fruit for the sweetness instead of the cereals which are more than likely laced with sugar.
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I would personally recommend trying to minimise sugar from your diet slowly as you will have more chance of sustainability. You could go cold turkey however in my experience with clients and Bootcamper’s this is always more difficult. This will not be easy but it will be worth it.
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Disorder’? Become A Wildlife Recorder! By Kate McLelland
According to Dr John Blewitt, a specialist in Social Responsibility at Aston University in Birmingham, many of us are suffering from a new condition known as “nature deficit disorder”. Before you rush to google the symptoms, it may help to know that this isn’t a real medical condition, but a term coined to describe people who are cut off from the natural world. Research carried out by the charity Linking Environment and Farming (LEAF) has revealed that a significant percentage of young adults aged between 16 and 23 are so divorced from nature they believe that eggs are made from wheat and don’t know that milk comes from a cow. In a timely intervention, Bristol Natural History Consortium, together with 14 partner organisations, has come up with a national initiative that promises to put us back in touch with the natural world. BioBlitz is a research programme that encourages ordinary people to become wildlife explorers for a day (find out more at www.bnhc. org.uk). However if 24 hours isn’t long enough to satisfy your curiosity about the natural world, never fear: you can go on to take part in a range of wildlife initiatives 8
that keep going all year round. Love our Ladybirds Go to www.ladybird-survey. org to find information about this much-loved insect, which belongs to the scientific family Coccinellidae. These attractive creatures come in a range of different colours and sizes, from the tiny yellow 22-spot Ladybird to the pea-sized Eyed Ladybird. Ladybird research is important because of the recent invasion by the Harlequin Ladybird, which now threatens to overwhelm our native populations. On the Ladybird Survey website you’ll find links to a website where you can record sightings of the Harlequin. buy a mammaL tunneL Even wondered which small mammals pass through your garden at night, searching for food? Nottingham Trent University has come up with an ingenious way to detect the presence of hedgehogs, mice, shrews and other small creatures. The Footprint Tunnel is a non-invasive tool designed to help researchers identify the presence of animals by identifying their paw-prints, captured on special inked paper. A Footprint Tunnel kit is available from The Mammal Society at www.mammal.org.
uk at a cost of £15.54 (including VAT). You can download a free, printable guide from the same site to help you identify different species from their paw-prints. add vaLue to your birdwatching hobby BirdTrack is a national research programme that uses people power to supply information on birds where there are currently gaps in our knowledge (for example, very little is known about the timing of arrivals and departures of migrating species). The information you supply to BirdTrack could eventually be used to protect our birds, particularly rare species. Just register on the site www. bto.org as a recorder and the next time you go birdwatching, enter the location you’ve visited, the date and time of your visit then check off the birds you spotted on the list provided. There are many other ways that you can get involved in monitoring wildlife, including a butterfly survey, a national reptile and amphibian recording scheme, a flying ant survey and a shark egg case hunt! These innovative wildlife recording projects are not only a fantastic way to learn about the great outdoors, they also make a real contribution to the nation’s knowledge, so get out there and start recording today.
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Dear Residents August 2016 It has been a very busy month for us in the office with many emails coming in to alert us to dangerous junc tions where 'sight lines' have been obscured by high grasses and weeds. In turn, we have spent a lot of our time following up these is sues which we had previ ously reported to TfB, who are responsible for the areas which flank roads with speeds over 30mph. By ne cessity, we have then fol lowed up with further emails entreating TfB to treat these matters as urgent due to the potential of accidents being caused by drivers 'edging out' onto major roads without being able to see the oncom ing traffic. We may well have to petition BCC for permis sion to organise these works to be done by our contractors rather than relying on them. However, this will increase our precept (council tax) next year. There have also been many complaints about the way the verges, on roads over 30mph have been cut by only a me tre strip leaving the rest unat tended. Whilst we under stand the reasoning behind BCC & SBDC cutting budg ets to divert monies else where, it does make the area look extremely unkempt. Coupled with this, in re sponse to our requests, they 12
are refusing to do the weed spraying this year! Hardly appropriate to tell us half way through the year when it is too late for us to budget for it. You may also have noticed that roadside fly tipping has not been cleared promptly by SBDC as it has in the past and litter picking also ap pears to be suffering from lack of attention. Unfortunately, this collection of budget cuts by BCC & SBDC, makes the area look dreadful and will only attract abuse. It has always been recognised that if you do not keep something well main tained then others won't take care either. If graffiti is left, it attracts more, if broken win dows on empty buildings are left, they will attract further unwanted attention. By leav ing the area looking so ne glected we feel it will only deteriorate further. If we are currently ashamed at the way it looks now, what will the future hold? The only way forward would appear for the Parish Council to increase their portion of the Council Tax and take on further ser vices themselves. Unfortu nately, whilst we will probably have to do this, BCC & SBDC, will continue to also increase their rates but not make any contribution to the job!
In this vein there are some upbeat items to tell you about. W eston Homes (Denham Studios develop ment) have offered to main tain the area in front of them abutting the North Orbital and McCarthy & Stone (Denham Green development) are refurbishing the Bus Stop. The Capability Brown de signed gardens in Denham Place, which were due to be opened for a day or two in July, but delayed due to un foreseen circumstances, will hopefully be back on track for September. There was a Sunday afternoon event 'Jazz on the Village Green' held in July which was enjoyed by many residents. We are busy organising further events, including the Christmas mar ket in Denham Green. The Buckinghamshire Golf Club, who are very much a part of our community, have again kindly offered to provide the Christmas Tree for the Vil lage Green so hopefully we will be able to organise Car ols being sung round it by local school children, the church choir and anyone else we can find to swell the num bers! Chairman, Denham Parish Council
VACANCIES FOR ASSOCIATES AND PARISH COUNCILLORS
Do you live in Denham and interested in being involved with the local community? Denham Parish Council is looking for volunteers to join our team as a Councillor or Associate Member Further details can be obtained by contacting the Parish Office
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By Ann Haldon
Travelling Abroad This Year? What’s the best way to spend your money? compared with other payment methods. • You pay a fee when you buy them, and also commission when they’re exchanged.
It used to be a simple choice between traveller’s cheques or cash, but now there’s a variety of cards that offer more convenience and security when spending money abroad. In fact there are so many, it can be a bit of a minefield when trying to choose the right one. So here’s a brief explanation of the choices available for this summer’s getaway, plus the pros and cons of each.
Traveller’s Cheques
Good old-fashioned traveller’s cheques can be useful as a backup. Fee levels and exchange rates vary greatly according to the country you’re in, however, and also between individual banks. Pros • Handy if you don’t want to carry large amounts of cash around, or are worried about using cards abroad. • Can be replaced within 24 hours if they’re lost or stolen. • They can be used as cash in some outlets, and you get change in the local currency. Cons • Exchange rates can fluctuate widely, and are generally poor when 14
It’s a good idea to make a separate note of each cheque number as soon as you get them - if they’re lost or stolen, it’s easier to arrange replacements.
PrePaid Cards
Some of the newer prepaid cards offer very competitive exchange rates, as well as extra features such as a smartphone app. A word of warning though - there have been problems accessing money abroad using some prepaid cards, as it’s not always made clear that the first time you use the card, it has to be at a cash point. Many people have also found they get ‘Pin Unrecognised’ messages, even though they’re using the correct number. If you withdraw too much cash you’ll get a 2% service charge, and support is only provided during UK business hours. Pros • They’re pre-loaded, so it’s easier to budget and you can lock in a good exchange rate. • Convenient and easy to use, but check the rules carefully. • Widely accepted abroad. • Safer than carrying lots of cash. Cons • If the card is lost or stolen
you may be charged for a replacement. • Some providers charge high fees. • Potential fees include application, transaction and even an inactivity charge if you don’t use the card for a while. The main message here is to carefully check all the small print before you sign up for a prepaid card.
CrediT Cards
Still one of the most popular ways to spend money abroad, credit cards give you interestfree credit as well as valuable consumer protection. You also have the same fraud protection as in the UK, so if the card is lost or stolen you should be covered. Some providers don’t charge for transactions abroad (as long as you don’t withdraw cash), so it’s well worth researching these rather than using your everyday credit card. Pros • Some protection for goods over £100 via Section 75 of the Consumer Credit Act. • They’re safe and secure, but make sure payment is taken in front of you. • Interest-free credit on your holiday spend. Cons • There’s a risk of fraud or ‘cloning’ if the card is taken out of sight when you pay. • If you withdraw cash you’ll be charged daily interest.
• Some shops have a minimum transaction amount for using credit cards. Finding a credit card that’s geared up for use abroad is key - you’ll have lower or no fees, and six weeks to pay off your spending interest-free.
debiT Cards
You can use a debit card to pay for goods or withdraw cash abroad, but you’ll probably have to pay a non-sterling transaction fee. There’s no daily interest on cash withdrawals, but you might be charged a cash machine transaction fee each time you use one. Pros • Easily blocked if the card is lost or stolen. • Chip and pin protection. Cons • No consumer protection as
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For the sake of safety and simplicity, you might want to pay using the local currency rather than in sterling because of the huge disparity in exchange rates.
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THE WILDLIFE ZONE
PULLING THE PLUG ON BROADWATER Andy Mydellton FLS (pictured right) is an environmentalist journalist, the founder and leader of the British wildlife charity, the Foundation for Endangered Species. They are members of the United Nations agency UNESCO with Andy Mydellton being Chairman and the Environmental Concern Advisor to the UNESCO Schools Group. Andy is a Fellow of the Linnean Society. He writes for many publications, mounts photographic exhibitions, gives presentations and broadcasts the 'Andy Mydellton Wildlife Zone' radio programme.
Broadwater Nature Reserve
THE problems of The High Speed Railway (HS2) ‘is a fox that will run and run’ which will be publically debated until the project is completed or dropped. This is because people have realised that many of our political leaders hold HS2 as a prestigious project with the general public picking up the bill. I have been the Broadwater Nature Reserve warden for some years and am the leader of the wildlife charity, the Foundation for Endangered Species. Over the years my experiences point to HS2 as being an environmental nightmare that will bulldoze its way through everything we conservationists are doing and stand for. Unfortunately it is not just one lake which will be disfigured because ‘Broadwater’ is a composite site of a further 80 hectares of ancient woodland that help make up the Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI). Other large waters include Korda, Harefield and Long Pond Lakes, as well as a beautiful section of the River Colne. More nearby and significant areas include the Ronstan Covert and another SSSI, Coppermill Downs, a habitat for rare orchids. Furthermore, about a mile away other wildlife habitats include Dews Farm Sand Pits and Oak Park Wood. This astonishing jigsaw of wildlife habitats is home for waterfowl, including great crested grebe, gadwall, goldeneye, smew and goosander. Together with many wintering birds from the northern frozen wastelands which elevated the complex to become a site of approved international importance. Furthermore I’ve seen a heronry, over two dozen little egrets, as well as many terns nesting on our specially constructed floating rafts. Incredibly, every summer they target this specific lake from the other side of the world 10,000 miles away. The railway will thrust its way through the reserve to become a continual eyesore and a disruptive influence on the reserve’s wildlife. It could be that every 20 minutes, the incessant roar of the high speed trains will constantly destroy the area’s tranquillity, something which I have tried to protect for many years. Its pastoral serenity was incubated in the 1960s and 1980s when the area developed from gravel pits to become a wildlife refuge administered by the Herts and Middlesex Wildlife Trust. Some of our projects’ aims and objectives will be severely disrupted. Because trains will be thundering across the reserve throughout the night some nocturnal creatures will be frightened away, especially some bats, the world’s only flying mammal. One example is the scarce Daubenton’s bat, a truly remarkable animal that only lives by water and woodland. The initial construction and consequential noise pollution will be extremely unhealthy for many animals, such as kingfishers, reed and sedge warblers as well as insects including rare dragonflies. My list is so long that I cannot name them here although they are all important members in nature’s web of life. Not only is this section of the Colne Valley nationally significant, but is regarded as becoming even more important in the near future. One of two examples includes another rare bird, the Osprey, a magnificent raptor that uses the area as a stop-off point during its migration route from Africa. Secondly, a riparian predator which travels through the Colne Valley is the iconic otter. Both species could one day lay their foundations here to become permanent residents by making their homes and raising a family. This isn’t just pie in the sky hopes, because the Foundation for Endangered Species has built some man-made holts over the last few years to entice otters to settle down in the Colne Valley, as they once did decades ago. We constructed three of these in collaboration with Denham Park Country Park, where we sited the holts upon their advice. Moreover their rangers made everything possible by pollarding appropriate trees which were potential dangers to the public. Then shaped the larger logs for us to use as our otter holt building material. Other wildlife areas will be destroyed throughout the Colne Valley, including important habitats close to Denham Park Country Park. In June the Park organised a 7 mile circular walk into some normally prohibited areas which are important wildlife sites in this significant part of the green belt. Despite their beauty and importance many of these areas will be destroyed by the HS2 trackway or by some new buildings, relocations, service roads and the like. One of these ‘relocation planning’ letters dropped through my letter box in February. It was a proposal to move the Hillingdon Outdoor Activities Centre from Harefield to a new site at Denham Quarry. I wonder how many more similar proposals will crop up in the following years: my scepticism points to the answer ‘quite a few more than are presently being admitted!’ I cannot see any wildlife or environmental advantage actually gained by the HS2 project; and without exaggeration it will be ecologically devastating. Even so, this is all deemed to be plausible by the establishment who prefer to ‘pull the plug’ on Broadwater Lake. Some people believe that many of these influential and business groups in the political world have a whole network of self interests in the making of the railway. Our ruling elite prioritise and advertise the so-called ‘benefits’ of these profit making schemes over the nation’s environmental interests by either avoiding or denying the intellectual arguments involved. Everyone should formulate their own moral compass and realise where they choose to position themselves in the ethical spectrum: whatever their independent convictions are, if they fully and genuinely relate to all of the Colne Valley Regional Park issues, the best result may well emerge.
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Salmon and Broccoli Quiche Serves 6
Ready in 1 hour 30 minutes, plus chilling and cooling
A rich and creamy quiche packed full of succulent salmon flakes and broccoli. Serve warm or cold with a crisp green leaf salad.
Roll out the pastry on a lightly floured surface and use to line a 20cm loose-based flan tin (it should be at least 4cm deep). Trim off the excess pastry and prick the base all over with a fork. Chill in the fridge for 30 minutes.
Ingredients: • 250g shortcrust pastry • 300g salmon fillets
Preheat the oven to 200C/180C fan/Gas 6. Place a baking sheet in the oven to heat up. Line the chilled pastry case with baking paper and baking beans. Place the flan tin on the baking sheet in the oven and bake blind for 15 minutes. Remove the paper and beans and bake for a further 5-6 minutes until the pastry is crisp and pale golden. Reduce the oven temperature to 190C/170C fan/Gas 5.
• 200g small broccoli florets • 4 large eggs • 250ml double cream • 100ml milk • Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Meanwhile, place the salmon fillets in a deep frying pan and cover with water. Bring to the boil then simmer gently for 5-6 minutes until just cooked through. Remove with a slotted spoon and leave until cold. Roughly flake the salmon discarding any skin and bones. Steam the broccoli florets for 1-2 minutes until almost tender.
• 50g Cheddar cheese, finely grated
TIP Replace the salmon with flaked smoked mackerel for a change of flavour and add a handful of fresh chopped dill or parsley to the egg mixture. 20
Place the flaked salmon and broccoli in the pastry case. Whisk the eggs in large jug then whisk in the double cream and milk. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
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Holiday Reads For many of us, the best thing about a holiday is the opportunity to get lost in a book, without feeling guilty about unread emails, dirty dishes or the other 1001 daily chores that rudely interrupt our reading. If you’re looking for a novel to get lost in, we have plenty to recommend. Magruder’s Curiosity Cabinet – H.P. Wood In 1904, the tavern beneath Magruder’s Curiosity Cabinet has become a haven for the many ‘unusuals’ who call Coney Island their home. There’s Rosalind, who’s as likely to wear a suit as a dress, Zeph, who lost both his legs in a childhood accident, eight year old P-Ray, who never speaks and collects fleas, and any other number of characters. After finding herself alone and penniless, Kitty Hayward finds solace at Magruder’s, but her peace may well be short-lived. Anarchy is in the air, and the plague is sweeping through the streets. These characters will stay with you long after your holiday is over. The Last of Us – Rob Ewing On a remote Scottish island, a pandemic has killed most of the population. There are no adults left. Just five children, trying to survive on the tinned food they find in neighbouring houses. There’s Rona, the narrator, along with little Alex and their leader, Elizabeth, who makes sure they brush their teeth and carry on with their school lessons. And then there’s Calum Ian and Duncan, who are starting to resent Elizabeth’s authority. A beautiful, heartwrenching story. 22
Dear Amy – Helen Callaghan When a newspaper agony aunt receives a letter claiming to be from a kidnapped girl, she assumes at first it’s a hoax. After all, Bethany Avery has been missing for years. But then more letters arrive, seemingly with information only the girl could know. Throw into the mix another recent abduction, and you have an enjoyable psychological thriller with plenty of twists and turns, a great storyline and appealing characters. Woman on the Edge of Time – Marge Piercy It’s been four decades since the release of this classic feminist dystopian novel, yet the writing still feels just as original and relevant. Wife and mother Connie Ramos has been branded as mentally unstable and now lives alone, ostracised by most of society. She starts escaping to a future, happier time – where equality is accepted as the norm. But Connie is also shown an alternative future, where women are little more than commodities. Which one becomes reality may be down to Connie herself. If you’ve never read it, or worse, were made to analyse it for an English Literature class, now
is the time to pick up the 40th anniversary edition. Fishbowl – Bradley Somer All of life’s highs and lows are played out in one apartment block by its many inhabitants. There’s ‘the Villain Connor Radley’, ‘the Evil Seductress Faye’, ‘Stoic Jimenez’ and agoraphobic ‘Clare the Shutin’, amongst others. And then there’s Ian – a humble goldfish, who’s about to take a plunge from the twenty-seventh floor. In the four seconds it takes him to fall, he’ll discover more about the apartment’s inhabitants than perhaps they even know about themselves. Insightful, original and entertaining. Hitman Anders and the Meaning of It All – Jonas Jonasson After three stints in prison for murder, Hitman Anders decides to go straight. Well, less crooked anyway. An unlikely alliance between the hitman, a lapsed priest and a hotel receptionist see the trio embark on a trek across Sweden, lying, cheating and swindling as they go. A great novel to escape into for fans of dark humour, it’s possibly best suited to villa holidays, or other locations where holidaymakers won’t get annoyed at your snorts of laughter.
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Wool: Naturally flame-retardant and resilient to compression, wool is warm, soft, durable and does not soil easily. 100% wool is a sumptuous choice. The best wools come from Britain and New Zealand.
nylon: Extremely hard-wearing, nylon has the greatest abrasion resistance of all fibres. It takes dye and stain-resistance treatments well. polypropylene: Inherently resistant to stains and abrasions, polypropylene wears well and is valuefor-money. It is used mainly in plain twists, loop patterns and saxonies.
Before polyester: Stain-resistant, light and bulky, polyester has a lustrous appearance and is mainly used in plain, thick saxonies.
mixes: In order to enhance performance, give a particular feel or reduce price, the four fibres may be blended together. Pure wool, for example, is very expensive, so cheaper options mix a synthetic fibre with wool. The most common blends are 80% wool with 20% nylon (often recommended as the ideal combination of softness and strength); 80% wool with 10% nylon and 10% polyester; and 50% wool with 50% polypropylene.
loop: Pile tufts are left uncut and can either feel smooth or are like natural flooring such as sisal and Loop: The pile tufts are left uncut and can either feel smooth or may replicate the appearance of natural flooring such as sisal and coir. Not a good idea if you have pets, as animal claws and loop piles do not mix. Cord: The loops are pulled tight against the backing, giving a very low pile. Saxony: A deeper pile with a soft, sensuous feel and appearance. Very popular in bedrooms. Shag: Extra-long pile – watch out for high heels. Twist: A loop pile that uses yarn with a higher twist than usual to give a coarse, rugged surface. The best types twist two yarn ends tightly together for a very hardwearing carpet. Velvet: A sheared, short pile with a smooth, luxurious finish.
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Beauty Beauty and the Beach Beauty buys to see you through those hazy summer days. by Kate Duggan www.kateduggan.co.uk
When it comes to packing for holidays, I tend to fill every last millimetre of my case. So I do like products that save space and weight. Lush’s shampoo bars do both. Plus, as they’re solid bars, they can go in your hand luggage. There are a fair few to choose from, but my current favourite is Montalbano, £5.95, because of its fresh lemon scent. I’ll be the first to admit that I’m not nearly as evangelical as I should be about applying suntan lotion, but I am trying to do better. The fact that every year more than 14,000 people in the UK develop a malignant melanoma is a pretty good motivator. As an extra incentive, UVA rays also lead to premature wrinkles and age spots, and they can penetrate skin even when it’s cloudy. So this summer, I’m slapping on the suntan lotion. I tend 26
to use factor 25, but on days when I can get away with an SPF of 15, I usually reach for Green People’s Sun Lotion with Natural Tan Accelerator, £20. It’s a great choice if you have sensitive skin (which I do), as it’s very gentle, so unlikely to irritate. It’s also rich in seed oils, so leaves my skin feeling moisturised. The natural tan accelerator has been shown to increase tanning by up to 25% and can make a tan last much longer. I admit it can be a bit of a faff rubbing in suntan lotion, so I’m rather tempted by Colorescience Sunforgettable. With an SPF of 50 it gives great protection, but as it’s a loose mineral powder, you just brush it on. You can wear it on top of makeup and it’s available in three shades – fair, medium and tan. For me, the price is the downside. At £41.50, it’s certainly not wallet-friendly. But it is
supposed to last for ages, and avoiding the scratchy, sticky sand/lotion mix might just make it worth the price, see www. beauty-product-online. co.uk. A day in the sun can leave skin feeling dry and dehydrated. I tend to use cocoa butter for putting the moisture back, but I am looking forward to trying Vichy’s new Ideal Soleil After Sun, £13. Key ingredients include shea oil and blackcurrant seed oil, so it’s rich in omega fatty acids, which can
really help to boost hydration. What’s more, you can use it on dry skin or in the shower. I love treating my toenails to a professional gel polish, but if I don’t have time, I always have a few nail polishes at home to choose from. Crabtree and Eveyln’s Nail Lacquer in Wisteria, £6, is at the top of my shopping list. It’s just the right shade of blue to gives a good pop of colour, while being neutral enough to work with most outfits.
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Bobby
Kitten season continues and our cattery is full to bursting with homeless cats and kittens who have come into our care. Most had been abandoned, and wouldn’t have survived if they hadn’t been brought to us by one of our inspectors or by mem bers of the public. Our staff and volunteers are working all hours to care for them. Now the chal lenge is to find permanent homes for them. Visit www.rspcahillingdonclinic.org.uk/ animal_adoption.htm to see just a selection of the animals looking for homes, and to download an Adoption Application Form. If you know someone who’s considering getting a pet, please please steer them in our direction – it is so rewarding to offer a home to a rescue pet and to know you are offering that animal a secure and happy future.
have a bit of a ‘funny walk’ due to her past injuries, and may be susceptible to arthritis in later life. Betty is a beautiful tabby looking for a calm, loving home with a sympathetic owner, who she can learn to trust. She is still wary of men so an understanding female owner would be best. She’d be happy as a house cat, or in a quiet country spot, with lots of lap time, stroking and affection, and we think she’d prefer it if there weren’t any other cats in the house hold. It sounds like a tall order but we’re sure Betty’s perfect new owner is out there somewhere. Could you be the one? Do you know anyone who fits the bill? ‘Oooh Betty’ – we do hope you find your forever home soon!
With cats coming out of our ears we are desper ately in need of donations of cat and kitten food as well as old blankets and bedding, and toys spe cially designed for cats (the kind available at pet shops). These can all be dropped off at our RSPCA Clinic in Hillingdon and will be very gratefully re ceived. Talking of the Clinic – Call 01895 231435 now to find out more and book an appointment for your pet, and make sure you’re part of the solution. There is a – please spread the word.
Bobby came to us as her owners were moving and sadly could not take her with them. Bobby is a sweet young rabbit now in search of a home that really will be forever. All rabbits require a spacious hutch and a generous sized run with plenty of room to play, stretch and exercise as well as a healthy and nutritious diet to help them thrive. Not forget ting of course, the allimportant love and attention of their human family. If you are interested in adopt ing Bobby, or any of the other lovely rabbits cur rently in our care, please do contact us.
*We have an Amazon Wish List for anyone wishing to send items from outside the local area. Please visit our website or contact us for more information – thank you so much* Lovely Betty has been with us for a while now. She was rescued by one of our Inspectors from a brutal If you think you can offer one of our animals a lov home where she was repeatedly beaten up by her ing home then please ring RSPCA Hillingdon male owner, leaving her with absolutely horrific Branch on 01895 833417 or visit our website injuries. After a great deal of veterinary care and www.rspcahillingdonclinic.org.uk to download an gentle nursing by the RSPCA team, 3yearold application form Betty is now recovered, although she will always 28
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Memories of 50 Years Ago by Ted Bruning and New Zealand, though, having regional interests, agreed. A battalion of the Royal Australian Rifles together with light armoured support and 161 battery of the Royal New Zealand Artillery, along with a destroyer and an old aircraft carrier converted into a troop carrier, and a squadron each of Caribou transports, Canberra bombers and Huey helicopters, joined the Americans in 1965. A year later the nowacclimatised 1ATF was given a province of its own to run, Phuoc Tuy on the south coast. Phuoc Tuy was almost entirely run by the Viet Cong and North Vietnam Army; the South Vietnamese ARVN held only the main towns. 1ATF therefore put itself in harm’s way, establishing a base, Nui Dat, right across the Communists’ supply route, and the NVA/VC forces duly prepared to eliminate it. By 16th August the NVA had established guns and mortars at Long Tan, 2km from Nui Dat, and opened fire. These were quickly silenced by RNZA counter-fire, though, and patrols sent out on the 17th found only empty gun positions and mortar pits. On the 18th a company of 108 men was dispatched to locate the NVA, but an entire regiment of the NVA plus a battalion of VC found them first. In a battle that raged for hours in pouring monsoon rain the Australians held off a force 10 times their number, and only survived thanks to the RNZA’s supporting fire and the fresh ammunition dropped by the RAAF. At nightfall they were relieved by reinforcements from Nui Dat, and under cover of darkness the NVA/VC silently melted away. The next
morning’s recce revealed why: while the Australians had lost 18 killed and 24 wounded, they had killed 245 of their enemies. That one day’s battle broke the VC’s grip on Phuoc Tuy for good: two serious attempts to reassert themselves failed and it became the most peaceful – or rather, the least troubled – province in South Vietnam. The Australians and New Zealanders withdrew gradually from Vietnam over the course of 1972, never having been numerous enough to achieve much: even at their peak 1ATF and the other formations numbered less than 9,000, and their governments never allocated them enough air and artillery support to make their tactic of close and continuing infantry engagement as effective as it had been in Malaya. Meanwhile, Wilson and the Labour government paid heavily for a principled refusal to get involved. Johnson, an aide revealed later, would have paid a billion dollars for a single British brigade, enough to close the trade gap that caused the 1967 “pound in your pocket” devaluation crisis. But say what you like about Wilson and his crew: they wouldn’t sell blood for dollars.
The Memorial Cross in the Long Tan rubber plantation
Every 18th August, Australia goes crazy for Long Tan Day – and even more so this year, when it’ll be Long Tan’s 50th anniversary! Never heard of it? Sadly, neither have many Australians (probably). Long Tan wasn’t a particularly remarkable South Vietnamese rubber plantation as South Vietnamese rubber plantations go; and the battle fought there on 18th August 1966 wasn’t a particularly big battle. It was a victory, though, and a victory whose effects lasted until the end of the Vietnam War nine bloody years later. But where does Australia come into this? Well, as SEATO and ANZUS pact signatories, the Australian and New Zealand armies had, since 1962, been secretly training the Americans in the jungle warfare techniques they’d learned in Burma in World War II and during the 1948-1960 Malayan Emergency. But when President Johnson decided to escalate the war he was desperate for overt allies – the “Many Flags” programme – to confer legitimacy on a war the UN wouldn’t and couldn’t support. Harold Wilson, our newly elected Labour PM, offered diplomatic and intelligence support but flatly refused to send any troops – a decision that was to cost him dearly very soon afterwards. Australia 30
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Far From The Madding Crowds Gadgets for going off the beaten track
For many people, late summer is the perfect time to go off the beaten track and explore, whether that’s by hiking, cycling or a combination of the two. And with the right gadgets you can be sure that you’ll love to go a-wandering, no matter where you’re headed. If you like to listen to music, podcasts or ebooks when you’re roaming, or if you just fancy some music while you swim in a lake, waterproof headphones are a great idea: sets such as the X-1 Surge Mini (£35) are 100% waterproof to a depth of 12 feet, but don’t forget to buy a waterproof case for your iPod or phone: you can pick up a universal waterproof case for less than £10, although make sure you check the specs carefully: water resistant and waterproof are very different things, and the former is only designed to protect your device against accidents, not deliberately going underwater. If you’d rather drink water than swim in it, a refillable water bottle is a great investment. £14 gets you the leak-proof, durable Kleen Kanteen, while the £6 Snugpak is designed to be clipped to your 32
backpack. If you’re on a city trip with a messenger bag, the Memobottle (around £22) is shaped like a book rather than a bottle so it won’t make your bag all bulky. And of course, don’t forget the humble Thermos (from around £8), which is as good at keeping soup warm as it is at keeping water cool - a useful skill given the vagaries of the British weather. If you have fond memories of the Swiss Army Knife you might be interested to see its latest incarnation, the Victorinox Expedition Kit. At £135 it’s a lot of money for a knife, but then it’s a lot of knife for the money: not only does it have the usual blades and screwdrivers but it also includes a digital clock, a barometer, a compass, an altimeter and a thermometer. And of course you never know when you might need to get a stone out of a horse’s hoof. If you’d rather take even more technology with you, the Earl Backcountry Survival Tablet ($299, around £205) will start shipping in the second half of 2016 after smashing its fundraising target on Kickstarter. It’s an Android-
based, ruggedised tablet with GPS, weather sensors and radio communication to ensure that you always know where you are and what’s coming, and that you’re never out of contact with the outside world. It’s a bit of an overkill for a walk round a park, but for more serious expeditions it could be a very valuable travelling companion. The use of an E-Ink screen and a built-in solar panel means it should last for ages too, although unfortunately E-Ink’s slower updating does rule out a game of Angry Birds after the day’s travelling is over. If it’s even half as good as the Kickstarter campaign promises it could be really clever. Fancy a tent that’s as techy as a tablet? The Heimplanet Cave inflates like an airbed, weighs just 5 kg and looks like it came from a spaceship. At £480 it’s a little on the expensive side, but the structure is puncture-proof and it’s actually quite affordable by inflatable tent standards. Images L to R: X-1 Surge Mini headphones; Memobottle A5 water bottle; ictorinox Expedition Kit; Heimplanet Cave tent
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Denham Against HS2
EXCLUSIVE: New Pictures Show the Extent of HS2’s Construction in the Colne Valley The newspaper editor’s motto that ‘a picture tells a thousand words’ has been graphically illustrated with the release of a collection of aerial pictures of the proposed route of the High Speed Train (HS2) and some of the construction sites being planned for the Colne Valley, with work scheduled to start in late 2017. The pictures were taken by local photographer and anti-HS2 campaigner Keith Hoffmeister, who has made several flights over the proposed route and captured hundreds of images showing the landscape as it is now, with captions showing what might lie in store if the new government decides to proceed with the project, against all common sense. The pictures published here cover the local area likely to be worst affected, lying to the north-west of Denham and extending along the A412 past West Hyde towards Maple Cross.
In case you’ve taken the view that HS2 wasn’t of much relevance to you, because the route doesn’t go close to your property, think about the implications for our already over-stretched local road network, having to cope with hundreds of heavy lorry movements every day, and consider the extent of the pollution to our environment: light, noise, dust and carbon emissions at a dangerous level. Our campaign has been accused of scaremongering. Look at these pictures and perhaps you’ll understand why we’re continuing to press our case in the House of Lords, and why we won’t stop resisting HS2 until all possible avenues of appeal have been exhausted.
Frank Partridge, Denham Against HS2
The red line shows the northern end of the proposed Colne Valley viaduct, which would merge into a cutting as it crosses farmland that will be ploughed up to make way for the largest of HS2’s proposed construction compounds on Phase 1 of the route between London and Birmingham. Trains will pass below Tilehouse Lane, which will be diverted from its present route, with a road bridge passing over the tracks. 34
A dramatic illustration of how close the viaduct would be to Denham Water Ski Club, before the railway crosses the A412 between Denham and Maple Cross, 15 metres above the road.
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To celebrate the arrival of the summer holi days, Hillingdon Sport and Leisure Complex, today announced it will fill the summer break with endless family fun, with the opening of it’s brand new inflatable Aqua Park. The cen tre, run by leisure management charity Fu sion Lifestyle, in conjunction with Hillingdon Borough Council, already features four pools, including their popular grade II listed lido, and this addition is set to cement it’s position as the home of swimming and a splashing good time this summer. The inflatable Aqua Park launched on Tues day 19th July, and will initially be open to the public twice a week for onehour sessions. Costing just £5 per hour, the sessions will run from
The facility will be available to anyone over the age of 8 and adults are encouraged to join in the fun too. Featuring slides, climbing frames, swinging balls and much more, the Total Wipeout style Aqua Park will provide hours of fun for up to 30 people at a time. Rob Allsford, general manager for Fusion at Hillingdon Sport and Leisure Complex com mented: “We’re well known in the area as a great place to swim, both seriously and for fun. We wanted to do even more to encour age local residents to get outside and get swimming this summer and we hope the new Aqua Park will do just that!”
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Tropical Fruit Roulade A lovely light and fruity dessert that’s ideal for summer entertaining. You can vary the fruit filling, try fresh chopped peaches and raspberries or strawberries and blueberries if preferred.
Ingredients: • 5 large eggs • 165g caster sugar • 4 tbsp plain flour • 300ml double cream • 2 passion fruit • 1 small ripe mango
Serves 8
23cm Swiss roll tin and line the base and sides with lightly greased baking paper.
2. Place the eggs and 150g of the caster sugar in a bowl set over a pan of simmering water and whisk with an electric whisk until the mixture is very pale and thick (see tip). Remove from the heat and continue whisking until the mixture leaves a trail when the whisk is lifted.
3. Sift the flour over the mixture and fold in gently with a metal spoon. Pour the mixture into the prepared tin and tilt the tin to level the surface. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden and just firm to the touch.
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with the rest of the sugar. Cover with a clean damp tea towel and leave to cool completely.
the seeds and flesh from the passion fruit and fold into the cream. Peel the mango and cut a few thin slices to decorate the roulade; finely chop the rest. Remove the paper lining from the roulade and trim the edges. Spread the passion fruit cream over the sponge and top with the chopped mango.
6. Using the sugared paper as a guide, roll up the roulade from one short end. Transfer to a serving platter and decorate with the reserved mango slices just before serving.
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Motoring By James Baggott
MINI Countryman vs Skoda Yeti
model range, whilst almost all are compatible with every Countryman model.
All MINIs have a distinctive and instantly recognisable look to them, and with the Countryman range, it carries this identifiable image into a stockier frame to give you more space and practicality. The stylish bodywork helps to make the Countryman a tantalising option in the CUV sector and with great additions and features to match, it’s difficult to see why you wouldn’t choose it. However, it has competition from Skoda’s Yeti, a CUV similar in size and price and both cars have their good elements. For starters, both models have had recent redesigns to create more space and alter their looks to be more modern and up-to-date. It has to be said that the Countryman certainly looks better than the Yeti, with the distinguishing features of the MINI range, such as the shape, the headlights and front grille, to make it truly stand out 44
on the road. The size of both models also make them very practical, with the smaller Countryman offering 350 litres of space in the boot with the seats up, whilst the Yeti has only 66 litres more in a car 20cm longer and 10cm taller. This means you can get more for your money space-wise in the Countryman, especially as the range starts off cheaper than the Skoda. Customisability has also been a recent appeal of the MINI market, and with the Countryman this is no exception. With MINI’s design additions that can be fitted to the whole range, you can personalise your Countryman as much as you wish. Also you can fit satellite navigation, stereo system, leather trim and ‘Run-Flat’ tyres to your model; great options that can be added to any of the range. Good options aren’t as easy to come by on the Yeti, as the better choices to fit are only available further up the Yeti
To compete with the Yeti’s off-road capabilities in the Yeti Outdoor and more expensive models, MINI offers the ‘All-4’ all-wheel drive system throughout the class. With a higher ride height and great grip on offer, the Countryman All-4 system will give you confidence both on and off road, with only a small premium on top of the twowheel drive versions. The Yeti’s base model is fitted with a 1.2-litre TSI petrol engine producing 110hp, whilst the 1.6-litre in the One produces just 98hp. This doesn’t compromise much in speed with only a marginal difference in acceleration. Overall, with a wider variety of vehicle and equipment options, value for money and great 4x4 system, the MINI Countryman is the better option of the two, and with the great looking bodywork to encase you, why wouldn’t you want to drive it? The MINI Countryman is available from £17,105 for the One Countryman, with the top of the range 218hp John Cooper Works All-4 starting at £28,985. For more information on the Countryman or any other models in the MINI range, contact your nearest Inchcape MINI dealership.
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New Beauty and the Beach Delhi by Kate Duggan www.kateduggan.co.uk
to use factor 25, but By Solange Hando Beauty buys to see you on days when I can through those hazy summer get away with an SPF days. New Delhi takes you by grandiose isolation. Built with chipmunks run across the of 15, I usually reach for
surprise, an almost European 700 million bricks, it claims grass, children splash in the Green People’sboating Sun lake and stalls sell city with all the exotic colours of itvast interior courtyards and When comes India but a world away from the over 350 rooms, is larger than candyfloss, coconuts and ice Lotion with Natural to packing for hustle and bustle of Old Delhi Versailles, and has a subtle mix cream. It’s a great place to Tan Accelerator, £20. tendWest. There are and much of the country. As a holidays, of EastIand stroll in the cool of the evening final gift from the British Empire,to fill It’sclassical a great choice if India Gate stands all lit up stone elephants and when every it’s a pleasant city of tree lined columns, Indian bells, a copper against you have sensitive skinthe darkening sky. last millimetre avenues and stunning vistas dome and a Jaipur column Not so far away, the great (which I do), as it’s very with elegant buildings, vast of carved my case. with oak leaves and sweep of Connaught Place open spaces and a fair share of Sotopped gentle, with a lotus. Other so unlikely to I do like showcases a fine Georgian museums and historic sites. government venues include irritate. It’s also style rich reminiscent in products that of the Royal In December 1911, the British Baker’s secretarial buildings Crescent in Bath. Designed by seed oils, so leaves my save space and had announced that India’s and the circular Parliament Robert Tor Russell, a lesser capital, then in Calcutta, would skin feeling moisturised. House, 173 metres around, weight. Lush’s shampoo bars do both. known yet prolific architect, it’s return to Delhi, a more central by colonnaded The natural tan the accelerator Plus, aswhere they’re solid bars, theyenclosed can go in capital’s top commercial location a new city would verandas. There, independence hub with concentric has been shown to three increase tanning be built, worthy of the Raj. King your hand luggage. There are awas fairhailed by a bugler in 1947 circles of shops opening on George V laid the foundation by up to 25% and can make a tan last and the new constitution was few to choose from, but my current colonnaded arcades and stone but controversy raged drafted. much longer. favourite roads radiating in every for almost is twoMontalbano, years, plagued£5.95, From Raisina Hill, the direction, busiest of all the by bad omens a difficult because of itsand fresh lemon scent. ceremonial Rajpath, or King’sit canfamous Janpath. area has I admit be a bit of a faffThe rubbing choice of site. Work was finally Way, leads through Lutyens’ shopping venues fortempted everyone, handed over to top English in suntan lotion, so I’m rather I’ll be the first to admit that I’m not great plaza to the massive architect Edwin Lutyens, from pavement stalls to luxury bygate. Colorescience Sunforgettable. sandstone arch of India nearly as for evangelical as I should be renowned his extravagance. outlets. There are cotton shirts Rising 42 metres above Lutyens was seconded by and pashmina raw With an SPF ofshawls, 50 it gives about applying suntan lotion, but I am Herbert Baker and though the ground, India’s national silk and cashmere, carpets, great protection, but as it’s trying do often better. The fact that monument every the twotomen disagreed, commemorates antiques, costume jewellery a loose mineral powder, you they designed a grand capital those year more than 14,000 people in the who died in the British and tribal craft. The central in ‘imperial style’, spacious, Indian army and guards the park hosts cultural events while just brush it on. You can wear UK develop a malignant melanoma symmetrical, with a few eternal flame. The Rajpath is all around, food stalls and on top of makeup and it’s is a prettyofgood As anat the heart of celebrations on it restaurants elements Indianmotivator. architecture serve a wide variety to pay incentive, tribute to local tradition. It lead in from threeIndia shades Republic Day but with its water available extra UVA rays also of cuisines and took 20 years to complete. features, trees and lawns, it’s After aand challenging – beyond. fair, medium tan. Fortour to premature wrinkles and age spots, always a favourite haunt of In a prime location on Raisana of the India’, it’sdownside. the perfect me, the‘real price is the and they can penetrate skin even tourists and locals. The canopy Hill, the President’s Residence, place to bargain for those Atlast £41.50, certainly which formerly Viceroy’s when it’sthe cloudy. SoHouse, this summer, I’m sheltered a statue of minuteit’s souvenirs before George V is now empty, but rises above the city in near heading home. not wallet-friendly. But it is slapping on the suntan lotion. I tend 46
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Modern Technology: Don’t Let It Damage Your Health
Health
By Alison Runham www.alison.runham.co.uk
your monitor’s brightness and contrast. Position your monitor 20-28 inches away. • Follow the 20/20/20 rule: every 20 minutes, look away from your screen for 20 seconds (preferably at an object around 20 feet away).
Modern technology is a great tool for communication and information sharing, but it’s not always good for our health. The problem: Poor Sleep. Blue light emitted by many of our phones, tablets, monitors and flat-screen TVs can adversely affect melatonin, our sleep-inducing hormone. Lack of sleep affects memory, mood, concentration, reaction times and immunity, and can stimulate appetite. Long-term, it may affect language processing and our sense of time, and contribute to serious health problems like diabetes and heart disease. The Answer: Turn devices off for an hour before bedtime and reduce screen brightness in the evening. The problem: CVS (Computer Vision Syndrome) CVS symptoms include eye muscle strain, eye irritation, blurred or double vision, headaches and neck pain. It’s caused by asking our eyes to cope with constant glare and focus readjustment as they flick between different images and text. The Answer: • Install a dimmer switch in your room and/or a glare filter for your screen, and adjust 48
The problem: Prolonged Sitting Research shows that prolonged sitting can seriously damage our health and shorten life expectancy - even if we exercise regularly. The Answer: Avoid prolonged sitting when possible, but if it’s unavoidable, break it up with short stints of activity, e.g. housework or a lunchtime football game. Also try: • Standing on public transport. • Walking/biking all or part of the way to work. • Investing in a standing, treadmill or convertible desk (or conversion equipment for your normal desk or treadmill). • Sitting on a yoga ball, which requires constant but subtle effort to stay balanced. • Active Sitting: try raising your heels up and down; contracting your stomach muscles; raising and lowering your leg from the knee or the hip height; swivelling your office chair with your hips; tensing, stretching and bending your arms; rolling your shoulders. The problem: Aches, Pains and Poor Posture Using flat keyboards, laptops, mice and incorrectly positioned equipment can cause back pain, RSI (repetitive strain
injury) and Carpal Tunnel syndrome (tingling, numbness or pain in the hand, caused by compression of the median nerve).
The Answer: Think Ergonomics • Sit as close as possible to your desk and keep it clear underneath to avoid twisting. • Set your computer monitor at eye level. Use laptops on a desk with an attached keyboard and raised monitor whenever possible. • Keep hands and wrists warm, and use ergonomic keyboards, mice and mouse-mats. Wrist supports may help. • Check your posture regularly. Beware slouching, leaning forward or to one side, craning your neck or hunching. • Adjust your chair so that: o Your back meets the chair back and your lumbar region is supported (a cushion that fits the small of your back may help). o Your knees are level with or slightly higher than your hips. o Your feet rest comfortably on the floor. o Your elbows are at 90° to your desktop. o Your arms are slightly raised at the shoulders. o The seat doesn’t dig in behind your knees but does support most of your upper thigh (three inches between seat and calf is ideal). To avoid the risks modern technology poses while still enjoying its benefits, remember: sit up, stand up and switch off occasionally!
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Home & Interiors Come Back To Carpet By Katherine Sorrell
no longer a dull or dated option, modern carpet can be both practical and fashionable, offering an almost unlimited choice of colour and pattern and, perhaps surprisingly, an enormous range of textures, too. Why choose carpet? Wood floors are timeless and durable, tiles practical and laminates and vinyls inexpensive. So why opt for carpet? Well, carpet is, indisputably, soft and comfortable underfoot – especially in a bedroom or if there are small children crawling around. It absorbs sound – which helps if you have teenagers who are prone to clattering up and down the stairs. And it is non-slip and forgiving if you have a fall, and it is insulating against 50
heat loss and draughts. On the downside, although carpet won’t scratch, scuff or splinter, it may stain and wear. Regular vacuuming is the only maintenance it needs, but accidental spills can be a nightmare to deal with, and it’s unlikely to last longer than stone, tiles or wood.
If you choose a carpet that is suitable for general use, you can lay it throughout to create a seamless look that pulls a decorating scheme together. Carpets are inadvisable in kitchens, and best avoided in bathrooms, though if you insist, there are splash-proof types available.
choosing a carpet Deciding which carpet to buy can be a complex and confusing business. As a general rule, the deeper the pile and the more luxurious the finish, the greater care the carpet will need. The shorter and denser the pile, the better it is likely to wear – if you fold the carpet back and part the pile, you should not be able to see the backing. So your final choice will probably involve trading off softness and comfort against durability and resilience. Standard carpet descriptions are for light, moderate, general, heavy and extra heavy domestic use, which will give you a good indication of how suitable a carpet will be for each room. Obviously, a carpet in a hallway will need to be very tough – perhaps a high-end 80:20 twist classified for heavy domestic use, while in a living room (general domestic) you’ll probably require a combination of a luxury look with a robust performance, such as a loop or velvet, and a spare bedroom could be much more delicate – a velvet or Saxony classified for light domestic, for example.
When it comes to choosing a carpet style, ask your retailer for samples and take them home where you can see them in your own environment and your own light. If you are redecorating from floor to ceiling, it’s a good idea to choose the carpet first and ensure that the rest of the scheme co-ordinates with its colour and pattern – remember, the floor is the largest area you will see in a room, so it’s important to get it right. When you are doing building work, however, always install the carpet last, to protect it from splashes and spills. Last, but by no means least, when you work out your budget don’t forget the cost of underlay and fitting. Get your room professionally measured to ensure that you don’t over- or under-order and when replacing a carpet, always buy new underlay. Not only will it ensure that your new carpet sits properly and wears evenly, but it could prolong its life by up to 40 per cent. image - Padstow candy spot carpet, £69.99 per square metre, Brintons, tel 0800 505055, www.brintons.co.uk.
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loop: Pile tufts are left uncut and can either feel smooth or are like natural flooring such as sisal and Loop: The pile tufts are left uncut and can either feel smooth or may replicate the appearance of natural flooring such as sisal and coir. Not a good idea if you have pets, as animal claws and loop piles do not mix. Cord: The loops are pulled tight against the backing, giving a very low pile. Saxony: A deeper pile with a soft, sensuous feel and appearance. Very popular in bedrooms. Shag: Extra-long pile – watch out for high heels. Twist: A loop pile that uses yarn with a higher twist than usual to give a coarse, rugged surface. The best types twist two yarn ends tightly together for a very hardwearing carpet. Velvet: A sheared, short pile with a smooth, luxurious finish.
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KAREN MUNRO MAC RCDP Career Coach www.munrocareers.co.uk
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Karen is a professional and qualified Careers Practitioner and Trainer who provides support in all aspects of Career Development and Transition including effective CV Coaching, Interview Skills and Networking Techniques. A member of the Association of Coaching and registered with the Careers Professional Alliance, she works with both private and business clients around London and the South East who are looking for career change, direction, motivation and support. She works as an Associate Career Coach for a number of organisations including Personal Career Management Ltd and is part of the MOD contract providing career support and guidance to Military Personnel transitioning in to civilian life. Karen contributes to ‘In and Around’ every month sharing her practical knowledge and wealth of experience with her local community.
A Tricky Time
“SCHOOL’S OUT FOR SUMMER!”... Great! The summer sunshine is finally here at last, (well it was at the time of writing this article, so apologies if it has now been and gone and it’s raining where you are). Summer is also a time when everyone goes on holiday, but not just friends and family who go away for a period of time. Recruiters, hiring managers and even some business go away or close up shop over the summer. So, if you are looking for employment, this can be a tricky time of year. It has become even trickier now with the revelations of ‘Brexit’. Now, I am not here to bang on about the pro’s and con’s and different view points about the Referendum result. Neither am I here to stir up the debate again, many of us are already fed up with the media coverage and in-fighting it caused between friends and family. However, it is something to address if you are looking for work. The combination of companies reacting to Brexit and the summer holidays means the job market is for many, slow and difficult to break in to.
Some sectors are split, like Retail for example: which topped both the monthly job gains chart with a 35.9% increase but also being the sector with the 4th largest Jobs losses which reflects the dynamic, competitive nature of this business area. Retail firms are working to adjust their offerings, pricing and distribution to match the needs of increasingly demanding customers both online and off. We are already seeing the permanent job market slowing down with more organisations and departments looking to fulfil vacancies through short term, interim and temporary recruitment campaigns. This gives organisations the ability to be more flexible in their recruitment methods and have better control on their medium to long term recruitment strategies. It is basically ‘playing safe’ But, don’t be alarmed or caught up in the Brexit spin off conversations that it’s all “Doom and Gloom” (to quote Private Frazer from Dads Army). It is not. The job market is still there, the work
still needs to get done but the methods to recruit may be different and less secure for some and with the holiday season upon us it may take more time than usual. So, remember to continue with your networking. Networking is key! Start to have conversations with organisations, recruiters and your own connections about how Brexit and the summer break is affecting their organisation or their business? What challenges do they face? Has it created any other opportunities within the company? It’s a great talking piece and will get you far more conversation than just asking about employment opportunities straight off. Finally, if you are going away yourself over the summer holidays, ensure you make the most of it. No one should be taking a laptop to the beach! Take time out to relax and re-charge your batteries. Give yourself some time to re-calibrate your mind so that you will be refreshed and re-energised when you return home. Happy Summer!
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Short Story The Too Hot Tub “What are you doing here?” Tony asked. “Come to check up on me?”
the fish tank,” Tony said. “Can’t have a hot tub without bubbles.”
Richard had anticipated some chaos when he popped round to visit his dad, but hadn’t expected to find him on the patio stood up to his armpits in a wheelie bin full of water.
“Don’t the goldfish mind?” queried Richard.
“No,” Richard lied. “Mum asked me to pop round to see if you’ve watered her Busy Lizzies.” Though the sight of the drooping bedding plants had already answered that question for him. “Do you want me to ask what you’re doing?” Richard asked. ”Or is it better if I don’t know?” “I don’t mind telling you,” Tony said, “so long as you don’t spoil the surprise for your mum.” “The surprise that you’ve filled your dustbin with water and then climbed in it?” Richard asked. “No longer a dustbin, Dickie,” Tony said proudly. “What you have here is a fully functioning hot tub. I wanted to surprise your mum when she got back from her spa weekend.” “She’ll certainly be surprised,” Richard agreed. “She can sit in here of an evening and put her white wine spritzer and pickled onions on the open lid.” Tony tapped the lid behind him where an empty pickled onion jar was rolling around. “These things go for megabucks.” “Why’s it bubbling like that?” Richard asked, studying the dark water more closely. “I borrowed the pump out of 56
“They’ll be alright for a bit,” Tony said. “And how are you heating the water?” Richard asked. “You what?” Tony said. “It’s a hot tub, so how are you making it hot?” “No, it doesn’t want to be hot,” Tony scratched his ear with the pickled onion fork, “it’s for when you’re too hot, you know, to cool you down a bit.” “So you’ve filled the dustbin with cold water, stuck the fish tank pump in there and climbed in,” Richard said as calmly as possible. “Pleasant is it?” “It’s not bad.” Tony’s teeth rattled slightly. “I could stay in here all day.” “Surely you’d start to prune after a bit?” Richard noticed his dad’s finger tips. “How long have you been in there exactly?” “Not long,” Tony said defensively, “I’ll get out when you’ve gone. Probably could do with a spot of lunch, now that I’ve eaten all the pickled onions.” “Why not get out now?” Richard said, then a horrible thought flashed through his mind. “You’re not naked in there are you?” “No!” Tony batted the suggestion away. “I’ve got my best undercrackers on.”
“So get out then,” Richard said. “Like I said,” Tony looked uncomfortable, “in a bit.”
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Travelling Abroad This Year?
What’s the best way to spend your money? compared with other payment methods. • You pay a fee when you buy them, and also commission when they’re exchanged.
It used to be a simple choice between traveller’s cheques or cash, but now there’s a variety of cards that offer more convenience and security when spending money abroad. In fact there are so many, it can be a bit of a minefield when trying to choose the right one. So here’s a brief explanation of the choices available for this summer’s getaway, plus the pros and cons of each.
Traveller’s Cheques
Good old-fashioned traveller’s cheques can be useful as a backup. Fee levels and exchange rates vary greatly according to the country you’re in, however, and also between individual banks. Pros • Handy if you don’t want to carry large amounts of cash around, or are worried about using cards abroad. • Can be replaced within 24 hours if they’re lost or stolen. • They can be used as cash in some outlets, and you get change in the local currency. Cons • Exchange rates can fluctuate widely, and are generally poor when 58
It’s a good idea to make a separate note of each cheque number as soon as you get them - if they’re lost or stolen, it’s easier to arrange replacements.
PrePaid Cards
Some of the newer prepaid cards offer very competitive exchange rates, as well as extra features such as a smartphone app. A word of warning though - there have been problems accessing money abroad using some prepaid cards, as it’s not always made clear that the first time you use the card, it has to be at a cash point. Many people have also found they get ‘Pin Unrecognised’ messages, even though they’re using the correct number. If you withdraw too much cash you’ll get a 2% service charge, and support is only provided during UK business hours. Pros • They’re pre-loaded, so it’s easier to budget and you can lock in a good exchange rate. • Convenient and easy to use, but check the rules carefully. • Widely accepted abroad. • Safer than carrying lots of cash. Cons • If the card is lost or stolen
you may be charged for a replacement. • Some providers charge high fees. • Potential fees include application, transaction and even an inactivity charge if you don’t use the card for a while.
The main message here is to carefully check all the small print before you sign up for a prepaid card.
CrediT Cards
Still one of the most popular ways to spend money abroad, credit cards give you interestfree credit as well as valuable consumer protection. You also have the same fraud protection as in the UK, so if the card is lost or stolen you should be covered. Some providers don’t charge for transactions abroad (as long as you don’t withdraw cash), so it’s well worth researching these rather than using your everyday credit card. Pros • Some protection for goods over £100 via Section 75 of the Consumer Credit Act. • They’re safe and secure, but make sure payment is taken in front of you. • Interest-free credit on your holiday spend. Cons • There’s a risk of fraud or ‘cloning’ if the card is taken out of sight when you pay. • If you withdraw cash you’ll be charged daily interest.
• Some shops have a minimum transaction amount for using credit cards. Finding a credit card that’s geared up for use abroad is key - you’ll have lower or no fees, and six weeks to pay off your spending interest-free.
debiT Cards
You can use a debit card to pay for goods or withdraw cash abroad, but you’ll probably have to pay a non-sterling transaction fee. There’s no daily interest on cash withdrawals, but you might be charged a cash machine transaction fee each time you use one. Pros • Easily blocked if the card is lost or stolen. • Chip and pin protection. Cons • No consumer protection as
with credit cards. • Charges can quickly add up if you withdraw cash regularly. For the sake of safety and simplicity, you might want to pay using the local currency rather than in sterling because of the huge disparity in exchange rates.
Cash
Although it’s not a good idea to carry lots of cash with you, you’ll need to pay for some smaller items this way, and organising it before you go will save money. Bear in mind though, that insurance policies only cover around £200 to £500 of cash on average. Pros • You can shop around for a good exchange rate before you go. • Can be used anywhere.
Cons • May not be fully covered by your insurance policy. • Not as safe as carrying a plastic card. It’s a good idea to take some cash as backup for your plastic card(s) and traveller’s cheques, and buying it well before you leave means you can track down the best rates of exchange. https://www.moneyadvice service.org.uk/en/articles/travelmoney-options-cash-cards-andtravellers-cheques http://www.moneysavingexpert. com/credit-cards/prepaid-travelcards http://www.money.co.uk/travelmoney/what-is-the-best-way-tospend-abroad.htm http://blog.moneysavingexpert. com/2013/03/12/using-plasticoverseas-always-pay-in-euroseven-if-it-says-0-commission/
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Drivers are being urged to take simple steps to avoid falling victim to thieves targeting parked vehicles vans in particular. Between May and June 2016, there were 48 reported thefts from vehicles in South Bucks District and 14 in Chiltern District. These thefts were from cars and vans parked on the road and driveways with many left insecure. Vans are a prime target, and tradesmen are advised to keep vans locked and secured at all times. To avoid becoming a victim: Ensure you empty your vehicle of all valuable items. Mark your tools using a CRE Marker or permanent marker pen with your house number and postcode. Do not leave your car or van unlocked at any time.
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Plan Your Planting by Pippa Greenwood
Although gardens are now looking a little tired, the drier soil means it is not a good time for planting shrubs or trees. So, do what you can to perk up flower beds and borders and then start to plan ahead for spring, as garden centres are starting to take delivery of bulbs which will get your garden looking fabulous early next year. Many bulbs start to put down roots at the end of summer and into autumn, so prompt planting is advisable, though tulips are best planted in October. Another option is mail order catalogues which have a bigger choice of bulbs, often including more unusual varieties. Time is of the essence, however, so send off for these as soon as possible so that you can choose some delightful bulbs ready for planting in the next month or so. Before buying, decide where in the garden you can cram in a few bulbs. As they are often in flower before the rest of the garden gets going, they can be used to under-plant existing trees, shrubs and herbaceous flowers. Bulbs are an excellent way to make the most of every square metre of soil, and to ensure that your garden looks lovely as early as possible in the year. Many bulbs do well in 62
containers, so if you have a permanently planted up container this too can be underplanted with several layers of spring flowering bulbs. Use a transplanting trowel to minimise damage to the existing plants’ roots. If you are unsure which bulbs go together, don’t feel frightened to experiment. Alternatively, many catalogues and garden centres offer mixed selections of bulbs for specific purposes and there are also some lovely packs of bulbs following colour themes. These usually represent good value for money too. If you have a dull patch of lawn, brighten it up in the early months by planting some small bulbs. Crocus or miniature narcissus are particularly useful, as once the flowers have faded you don’t have much deteriorating foliage to cope with. In larger areas, consider planting up drifts of full-sized daffodils, but make sure you don’t want to mow the grass beneath these trees or shrubs regularly, as you can’t safely remove the leaves of the daffodils until at least six weeks after flowering. Check that bulbs are in good condition before you buy, avoiding any which show
even the slightest signs of deterioration such as sunken brown spots, excessive softness or patches of bluish mould. Larger bulbs generally seem to do better than smaller versions of the same variety. For large quantities of the same variety, buy a net of bulbs from your garden centre or direct from a mail order specialist nursery. If you can’t plant your bulbs promptly, keep them in a cool and well ventilated spot before planting, as this is essential to reduce the risk of them deteriorating. Next month I’ll be looking at novel ways to make the best use of the gorgeous array of available bulbs, so plant some now and then treat yourself to a few more for September planting! Visit Pippa’s website www. pippagreenwood.com for Pippa’s ‘Winter thru’ Spring’ collection of vegetables for planting next month, a really useful selection of Pippa’s favourite gardening items including Nemaslug to control slugs, pop-up crop covers, SpeedHoes, SpeedWeeders, ladybirds to control greenfly, pull-out mini tunnels, signed books and lots more besides.
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regular events... events at Harefield Community Centre, Priory avenue, uB9 6aP MOn Cameo Club (3rd Mon month) 10am-12pm; Indoor Bowls (Short Mat) 2pm-5pm; Harefield Wine Club (2nd Mon in the month) 7.45-9.30pm; Judo (Seniors not 2nd Mon in month) 810pm. tues Line Dancing 10.45am1.15pm; Bingo 7.45pm - 10.30pm. WeD Fitness, Fun & Dance 10.30am12.00pm; Singing for Fun (1st Wed in month) 1-2.30pm; Judo Club 6.307.45pm; Dancing Club 8.15pm10.30pm. tHurs Happy Families Group 9.45-11.45am; Tea Dances 24pm; Whist 7.30-10pm; Ladies Club (2nd Thur in month) 8-10pm. FrI Line Dancing 10.30-12.45pm; Indoor Bowls (Short Mat) 2-5pm. All enquiries to Lynne Mogge 01895 824621 or e: hare fieldcommunitycentre@btconnect.com
Denham History society Meets 2nd Tues of the month, 7.30pm St. Marks Hall, Denham Green. Call 01895 833989 Pamela@craftygiraffe.co.uk Hillingdon Decorative & Fine arts society Enjoy 10 expert lectures a year about art and culture from around Britain. Outings to galleries & places of cultural interest. Receive NADFAS Review, Interested? Come along to a lecture, cost £6. See www.hillingdondfas.co.uk, email: membership@hillingdonfas.co.uk or call Ann Lowe 01895 638147
Memorial Hall. Call Sandra 07867470240 Lisa 07533549072 E: lisa.sandra.fitness@gmail.com Fitsteps Cha Cha, Waltz, Quickstep or Jive at Denham Memorial Hall. Mondays 7pm and Wednesdays 10am. Call 07834 197745. info@limelightdancing.co.uk general Yoga Class Higher Denham Community Hall, Lower Road, Higher Denham, UB9 5EA. Wed 7.30-9pm. Thu 9.45-11.15am with BWY certified teacher tel: 01895 820267
Beginners rock ‘n’roll Jive Classes Every Monday at Harefield Cricket Club, UB9 6NE. Doors open 7.30pm, class 8pm. Fun & friendly, no experience or partner required. 1950s Rock n Roll record hop - 1st Friday of every month at St Mary's Church Hall, Harefield, UB9 6BX. 7.30pm-11.30pm.Call 07947 106607 the rockingrebels@gmail.com www.facebook.com/therockingrebels
HOBBIes... art Classes Drawing, pastels, oil & watercolour at New Denham Community Centre Autumn, Spring & Winter Terms Tue 1-3.30pm, Wed 12.45-3.15pm and 7.30-9.30pm. Call Tony 0207 243 3787 art smart Weekly Art Classes at Denham Village Hall. Drawing and Painting for beginn-ers and Improvers Thursdays 1.30-3.30pm. Tutor Roz Smith call 01494 670372 Chinese Brush Painting group Meets on Saturday mornings. The class is guided by an experienced tutor so no experience required! You will learn how to develop your own style as well as practicing Chinese calligraphy. Find us at Harefield Library, Park Lane Village Centre, Harefield or call Phyllis Nash on 01895 476 644 / phyllnash@gmail.com Crosier Investment Club Improve personal investment skills. Meets 7.30pm, third Thursday in month at Pinner Village Hall, Chapel Lane, Pinner, HA5 1AA. Call 0208 427 3559, e: secretary@crosierinvestment.org.uk w: www.crosierinvestment.org.uk
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Hillingdon natural History society Meets 1st Wed of the month, Scout HQ, Gatting Way, Uxbridge. enquiries@ hillingdon-naturalhistory society.org.uk
Inland Waterways associations Meets 2nd Tues of every month at Hillingdon Canal Club, Waterloo Road, Uxbridge, UB8 2QX, 7.30pm. middlesex.social@waterways.org.uk
uxbridge Craft Market Every Wednesday (9am-5pm) at The Pavilions Shopping Centre Arts, Crafts, www.uxbridge-craft-market.co.uk
keeP-FIt, DanCe & DraMa... aerobics Denham Village Memorial Hall. Every Mon and Wed 4.30-5.30pm Call Jean Nisbet 01895 832063 Boot Camp Fun and friendly exercise class held at a private location in Gerrards Cross. Every Mon, Tues, Fri 9.15-10am. Qualified Personal Trainer and Level 3 Contact Julie on 07769 311789 or visit: www.juliegxfit.com Bootcamp Circuit for adults (Mixed) Wednesdays, 7-8.15pm Denham Village Memorial Hall. Tel: Jayne 07968 361965 Dance, gymnastics and Free running Classes By Futunity Uk. Ages 2-adults catered for and all styles of dance from RAD ballet to Zumba. Full class listings at www.futunityuk.com. Call 01895 251224 or email admin@futunityuk.com Fitness league Tone & stretch exercises for the whole body, with dance routines to music for women of all fitness levels. Tue 7.308.30pm at Vyners School, Warren Road, Ickenham, UB10 8AB. Call Rosemary 01628 776838 before coming. www.thefitnessleague.com Fitness Yoga Improve flexibility, strength and balance. Monday 6-7pm at Denham Village
Harefield amateur Drama society Tuesday, 8-10pm. Park Lane Village Centre, Park Lane, Harefield. Call Tony on 01895 820672
Jazzercise Classes New Denham Community Centre Mon 9.30-10.30am, Tues 6.45-7.45pm. Wed & Fri 10-11am, Thurs 10-11am. Denham Village Memorial Hall Village Rd, Denham, Bucks Thurs 6.30-7.30pm Wendy Whitefoord, Tel: 07803 602142 e: wendy.whitefoord@btinternet.com www.jazzercise.com ladies Only kickboxing Club Wed 6.30-8.00pm, Watts Hall, Redford Way, Uxbridge, UB8 1SZ. First Class FREE! Call Leanne Phillips on 07518 848285 e:leanne@kickboxinglondon. co.uk. www.kickboxing-london.co.uk line Dancing At Higher Denham Community Centre, Off Old Rectory Lane, Higher Denham. Mon 7-10.15pm, starts with beginners, then onto improvers and finally from 9-10.15pm, Intermediates. Contact Christina on 07952 815076, email : c.capel477@btinternet.com, website wwww.chalfontlinedanceclub.co.uk or Facebook ‘chalfontlinedanceclub’ Modern Jive Classes (Ceroc) Mon 8-11pm, Yiewsley & West Drayton Community Centre and Tue & Thu 811pm, Uxbridge Civic Centre. First Night Entry & Free Lifetime membership with this listing. Call Alan: 0208 933 4350 or 07860 250961 www.clubceroc.com email: alanandsue@clubceroc.com noBiz Dance Local Musical Theatre school (based in Hillingdon ) classes in all genres of dance (Street dance, Hip Hop, Rhythm Tap, Lyrical, Singing, Drama & Musical Theatre) for children aged 4-22 years. Adult Street Dance Class for more call: Giselle 07525 857171 or Lisa 07777 611012. www.nobizlikeshowbiz.co.uk. continued overleaf...
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KEEP-FIT, DANCE & DRAMA CONTINUED... Pink Academy of DANCE Classes held daily at New Denham Community Centre. For boys & girls from 2 years to Adults. Call 01895 257553 Admin@pinkacademy. co.uk www.pinkacademy.co.uk or call
Social Line Dancing At St Marys Church Hall, Harefield Last Sat of the month 7.30-10.30pm Tia Chi Chuan An ancient art which combines deep breathing, aligned posture and relaxation with gentle movements. It can help with mental and physical stress, improve general health. Beginners welcome. Tues 8-9.30pm at Yeading Community Centre, Ditchfield Rd, Yeading, Hayes UB4 9BH. Contact David 0751 4998 674, david@ zhong-ding.com / www.zhong-ding.com
Faraday Country Music Club in Slough SL2 1RN. Country music every Thurs for listeners, western partners, freestyle, line dancers. 8-11pm. 07986 050742 or see www.faradaycountry.co.uk
Rockin' 8s Square Dancing Modern American style - every Thurs 8.15pm. New Denham & Willowbank Community Centre, Oxford Road, New Denham. UB9 4DW. Call Jean 01895 622859 or paul@stingproductions.com
Run & Fitness Session Every Friday at Tatling End Play Area, Hollybush Lane, Tatling End UB9 4HH. Meet at 9am for 9.15am - 45 minute workout to improve your Running, Fitness, Cardio, Legs and wellbeing. £5. Come and join Carmel and Steph and ‘feel the burn’ Small friendly group. All levels welcome especially beginners. For details call Carmel 07956 295511. SALSA (all styles) Every Monday at Uxbridge Community Centre, 32b The Greenway, Uxbridge UB8 2PJ from 7.45pm to 10pm. Come and join Mina Queen Salsa for some amazing fun. Call 07958 578962 or email mina@queensalsa.com
Salsa Classes Every Monday: The Middlesex Arms, Long Drive, South Ruislip, HA4 0HG. Beginners class starts 8pm. Improvers/Intermediates: 8.45-9.30pm Freestyle dancing/practice time til 11pm Every Wednesday: The WatersEdge, Canal Cottages, Packetboat Lane, Cowley, UB8 2JS. Beginners class starts 7:30pm. Improvers/Intermediates: 8.30-9.30pm. Freestyle dancing/practice time til 11pm Simply Walk Langley & Black Parks Every Monday Langley Park, 10am Thursday Black Park, 10am. Second Sunday of month Langley Park at 11am. See www.friendsoflangleypark.co.uk Social Dancing Ballroom Latin & Sequence Harefield Community Centre, Priory Avenue, Harefield. Every Wed, 8pm. Beginners welcome. Call 01895 634674 Simply Walk in Denham First Sunday of every month. Denham Village Green 10.45am for 11am start. Approx. 90 minute walk, 2.5-3miles. Led by trained volunteers as part of a healthy walk scheme funded by Bucks County Council, local District Councils and Bucks PCT. For details of other walks call 01494 475367 or see www.buckscc.gov.uk/rightsofway
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Tea Dance Harefield Community Centre, Priory Ave on Thurs 2-4pm. All welcome. Free car parking. Call John 01895 284428
Uxbridge Musical Theatre Ruislip Conservative Club, 56-58, Ickenham Road, Ruislip, Middlesex HA4 7DQ. Tuesday 8-10pm. Call Phil Harrison 01895 636367 E mail@umtheatre.co.uk or see www.umtheatre.co.uk Yoga Class A holistic approach to exercise for the mind and body, suitable for beginners Mons 2.30-3.30pm at New Denham Community Centre Oxford Rd UB9 4DW. Fri's 11.30am-12.30pm at St Marks Church Hall Grenn Tiles Lane Denham UB9 5HT £2 per session 1st session FREE! info: Leon 01895 837334 leon.popplewell@gll.org Zumba Fitness Every Wednesday 8-9pm at New Denham Community Hall, Oxford Road, UB9 4DW. Call Martine 07788 563572 www.zumbadolls.co.uk Zumba Fitness with Danielle Every Monday 7-8pm at Harefield Baptist Church. Call Danielle 07989 128131. www.zumba-class.co.uk Zumba Gold For Older Active Adults. Every Friday 11am at Higher Denham Community Hall, Lower Road, Higher Denham, UB9 5EA. Call Martine 07788 563572 www.zumbadolls.co.uk Zumba with Ruddy Thurs 7-8pm, St Marks Hall Denham Green UB9 5HD and Sats 9.30-10.30am at Harefield Academy Northwood Way UB9 6ET. Call Ruddy 07901 828051
MUSIC... Drumbeatz Drum tuition for beginners by Melanie Kleyn, qualified HND, now on degree at ACM. Kids 8yrs+, ladies, 3.15-5.30pm or daytime only. Call 07757 635880 Email: drumsmel@gmail.com or text
Little Roars Music Classes for children aged 0-5 years. Wednesday, 10am at St Marks Church Hall, Green Tile Lane, Denham, UB9 5HT. FREE trial class. Block bookings £5 per child, siblings half price. Call Charlotte Lion 07825738414 or e: charlotte@littleroarsmusic.com
Music Lessons at Little Halings Studio Piano and French Horn lessons with experienced, friendly young female teacher, Victoria Coghlan. At Little Halings Studios in Denham. All welcome. Guitar tuition is also available. Call: 07737 493980 (Victoria) E: victocoghlan@gmail.com Penny Lane Singing Lessons Monday singing classes 4-5.30pm 7yrs-12yrs and 5.30-7pm 12yrs-18yrs at Harefield Library, Park Lane, Harefield, UB9 6HW. www.pennylanesinging.com or call 07951 294044. Rickmansworth & District Ukulele Club Our friendly group welcome all players and singers, all levels, all ages. Meet second Wednesday every month, 6.30 for 7.00 at 'The Fox and Hounds', 183 High Street, Rickmansworth (free parking behind).Tel Dave 01895 823404.
Stoke Poges Singers A friendly four-part choir singing a wide variety of music. New members welcome (no auditions. The ability to read music is not essential. Rehearsals on Thursday at St Andrews Centre, Rogers Lane, Stoke Poges, 7.45pm. Come along or call Naomi on 07831 217575 or Anthea on 01753 662355 The Rock Project Greater London School of Rock & Pop teaching 7-18 year olds to play guitar, bass, drums & vocals. Sessions run Weds at Vyners School, Ickenham and Thursday’s at Nower Hill High School, Pinner. Juniors (7-11) 4.15-6.15pm and Seniors (11-18) 6.30-8.30pm. for more info: Contact Pritpal on 07855 863058 . e: uxbridge@therockproject.com. The Windsor & District Big Bands Appreciation Society We meet on 2nd Wednesday of each month at 7.30pm, Datchet Hall, Horton Road, Datchet. Music of the big bands ‘40s & ‘50s Swing era. Two recitals from records, tapes & CDS, along with a raffle and sometimes there's even a live band. Call Derek Verrier on 01753 654398 continued overleaf...
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PRE-SCHOOL & KIDS GROUPS CONTINUED...
Tiny Toes Childcare Full Day Care Nursery. Call 01753 655650 or tinytoes@ivercommunity.org
Yiewsley & West Drayton Training Band Open to all ages wanting to learn to play a brass instrument or 'brush up' your skills. Every Wed during term time 6.45-7.45pm, St. Matthew's School, Yiewsley. Contact Abi on 07985 302 856 or emailtraining@ywdband.com
Activities for families with children Children aged 0-5 years offered at The Denham and Gerrards Cross Children’s Centre, Nightingale Way, Denham, Bucks. UB9 5JL. Call 01895 835967
2370 (Denham) Squadron Air Training Corps ATC HQ, Tilehouse Lane, Denham Aerodrome Denham, Bucks, UB9 5DN. Mon and Thurs 7.30-9.30pm. Recruiting 13-17 year old males and females. Call 01895 834522 (Mon & Thu only)
Karate Club of Denham For ages 5 years and up at New Denham Community Centre, Sundays 9.15-11am also at The Uxbridge Centre, The Greenway Wed, 5pm-7pm Tel: Dominic 07988 743725
2nd Denham Scout Group Scout Hut, The Pyghtle, Denham Green Close, Denham Green Beavers Age 6-8 Thu 5.45-7pm. Cubs Age 8-10 Wed 6.30-7.45pm Scouts Age 10-15 Friday 7-9pm Tel: Linda Batten 01753 892373 Denham & Gerrards Cross Children’s Centre Tilehouse School, Nightingale Way, Denham, UB9 5JL. Free sessions for under 5’s. Messy Play and Stay & Play sessions. Call 01895 835967. Denham Girlguides 1st Denham Rainbows (age 5-7) 4th Denham Brownies (age 7-10) 4th Denham Guides (age 10-14) For more details on meeting times visit www.gxanddenham.cfsites.org Denham Youth Club (ages 8-11 years) Higher Denham Community Hall, Lower Road, Uxbridge UB9 5EA. Thursday 6.15pm to 7.45pm. Call 01895 834313. Slough Sea Cadets Parade nights on Monday and Thursday 7.30-9.30pm at Langley Pavillion, Langley Road, Slough, SL3 8BS. Male & Female Junior Cadets (age 10-12 yrs) and Cadets (age 12-18 yrs). Fees £2 per week, courses from £5 for weekend. Visit us on Facebook, pop-in or email: sloughseacadets@yahoo.co.uk Tiny Talk Baby Signing Classes Tuesday classes at St Mary’s Church Hall, High Street, Harefield UB9 6BX at 10am, price £5.00 pre-paid per family. Thursday classes at St Giles' Church Hall, 1 High Road, Ickenham UB10 8LE, 10am, 11.15am and 1pm, price £5.00 pre-paid per family Friday classes at The Uxbridge Centre, The Greenway, Uxbridge UB8 2PJ, 10.30am, price £5.00 pre-paid per family. Call Bev Meier 01895 824935 or 0781 8025993
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SELF DEFENCE...
Kung Fu Club West Drayton Every Tuesday 5.30-6.30, Friday 7.308.30, Sunday 5.30-6.30. West Drayton Community Centre, Harmondsworth Road, UB7 9JL. Contact Ella: 07702 479 435 or sportsclubuk@gmail.com Silat Kuntao Indonesian Self-Defence Traditional self-defence art from Central Java. Adult classes only. Mon and Wed 8pm-10pm at Denham Village Memorial Hall, Denham, UB9 5BN. Call Philip Davies 07790 496 346
SELF HELP & SUPPORT... Hillingdon Brain Tumour Group Support group held every 2nd Thurs of the month 12.30-2.30pm, Hillingdon Baptist Church, Hercies Rd, Hillingdon, UB10 9LS. Call 01895 637444. Slimming World New Denham Community Centre Tuesday, 10-11.30am. To register turn up at 10am, call Mandy 07879 897578
SOCIAL GROUPS... Colne Valley Park Conservation Volunteers Every second weekend of the month. Hands on help to protect the wildlife and landscape of the regional park. For more details contact Steve Ord steven.ord@groundwork.org.uk or call 07718 043080. Denham Lions 1st and 3rd Monday of the month, 8pm at Denham Garden Village, Denham Green. 18+. info@denhamlions.org.uk Denham Wives Group Last Tuesday of each month at St. Mark’s Hall Denham Green 7.15pm. Contact Ann Collins 01895 833820 or acollins683@uwclub.net Friendly Whist Drive Harefield Community Centre, Priory Avenue, Harefield. Every Thurs 7.30pm. Beginners welcome. Contact Lyn on 01923 820173
Inspirations Spiritualist Group Spiritualist group for like-minded people. Weekly services with a guest Medium every Thursday at The Walter Pomeroy Hall, Royal Lane, Hillingdon, UB8 3QY. 7.15pm for 7.45pm start. Admission £5 Concessions £4.50 Accompanied Children u16 - FREE. Enqs: 07968 039426 or 0208 841 4901.
Rotaract Club of Langley & Iver Meet at 8pm every 2nd & 4th Tues of the month, the Red Lion Pub, Langley, SL3 7EN. A group of 18-30's. See www.langley-iver-rotaract.org.uk Slough Plus Meet at the Tower Arms in Iver, 4th Wednesday of the month, with weekly events and weekends away. All ages 20's-60's. Visit sloughplus.weebly.com Stoke Poges Bridge Club meet at St Andrew’s Church Hall in Rogers Lane, SL2 4LN on Monday from 1.30-5.30pm for players who want to improve their game. Call 01753 642 438 www.stokepogesbridgeclub.org.uk Veterans Breakfast Club runs to help Armed Forces Veterans in West London and surrounding areas for the purpose of Comrades (old & new) from all Services to get together on the last Saturday of the month at the Good Yarn Public House, Uxbridge High Street, UB8 1JX from 09:30-11:30hrs. Contact: Lorraine Reed 07976 398533, lorraineareed@gmail.com or (exRAF) Iain Henderson, Iain115@aol.com. Women’s Social Group Social group for women. We meet regularly for coffee, a chat - open women of all ages. Please call Seema on 07730 898635 or email seemaa@seemaa.co.uk
SPORT... Denham Cricket Club Playing or social members welcome. Way & Tillard Memorial Cricket Ground, off Cheapside Lane, Denham Village. Tel: Bill Nicholas 01895 834527 Denham Lawn Bowls Club Denham Way, (off Old Mill Lane) Denham, UB9 5AX. New members welcome. Coaching & equipment available. Contact: Jennifer Johns (Sec) 01895 833845 or email: jenniferjohns919@hotmail.com Harefield Archers Meets every Tues 7.30-9pm at Harefield Academy, Archery Beginners Courses run twice a year. Contact: Andy Harding secretary@harefieldarchers.co.uk www.harefieldarchers.co.uk
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Ruislip Stamp Fair
6th August The Ruislip Methodist Church Hall, Ickenham Road, Ickenham, HA4 7DG. For details call 01895 637283.
Fostering Event
9th August, 6.30pm-8.30pm The Civic Centre, High Street, Uxbridge, UB8 1UW. Interested in finding out more about fostering? then why not come along to this free event. For more details see the website www.fost-adopt@hillingdon.gov.uk
Local Events
Lunchtime Classical Music Concert 11th & 25th August, 12.30pm. St Johns Church Hall, Greenhill, Harrow (opp Debenhams). songs by Beethoven, Puccini and Mozart.
Ickenham & Swakeleys Horticultural Society Talk 16th August, 10am-11.30am Ickenham Library, UB10 8RE. graham tarling presents 'Little Weed'. see www.ickenham-horticultural.org.uk
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11th September, 2pm-4.30pm Long Lane, Heronsgate, Chorleywood. In support of Paul strickland scanner Centre. advance Bookings only. tickets inc cream tea £15pp (£10 u12s). 01923 844 290 e: appeals@stricklandscanner.org.uk
Hillingdon Canal Club Talk
13th September Waterloo Road, Uxbridge, UB8 2QX. Louise Heather ‘the Work of the Ealing Canoe Club’. Email: middlesex.socials@ waterways.org.uk for details.
Fostering Event 13th September, 6.30pm-8.30pm The Civic Centre, High Street, Uxbridge, UB8 1UW. Interested in finding out more about fostering? then why not come along to this free event. For more details see the website www.fost-adopt@hillingdon.gov.uk
Annual Sponsored Walk 18th September a 3 or 5 mile walk within the picturesque surroundings of Moor Park & northwood. sign up at www.michaelsobellhospice.co.uk or call 0203 826 2367.
LIvE MusIC EvEnts
3rd September The Ruislip Methodist Church Hall, Ickenham Road, Ickenham, HA4 7DG. For details call 01895 637283.
Champers Bar 184 Field End Road, Eastcote, HA6 1RE. 14th Aug Jeff ska/reggae 21st Aug 2 tone Party night 28th Aug Freddie tribute gary goodmaze 3rd Sept Funky summer soul Jam
Ruislip-Northwood Flower Arrangement Society
The Falcon Inn Village Road, Denham, UB9 5BE. 13th Aug & 3rd Sept DJ rossi
Ruislip Stamp Fair
6th September, 7pm for 7.30pm Kyoko regan - 'Be Inspired' tea and coffee available, flower arrangements are raffled. tickets on the door £6 for details call 01923 829621.
august into september 2016
Garden Jazz with Tea
Ickenham & Swakeleys Horticultural Society Autumn Show 10th September, 2.30pm Village Hall, Ickenham. Entry deadline 8th september. see www.ickenham-horticultural.org.uk
The WatersEdge Packet Boat Lane, Cowley, UB8 2JS. 26th Aug 60's Motown & soul tribute with the Estrellas. The Whip & Collar Swallow Street, Iver, SL0 0HU. 21st August garden Party from 3pm
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