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A first for me last month was going to Penn Festival. I’ve never been to a festival before in my life and whilst I don’t think I’m hardcore enough for Glaston bury, I’ve got to say I’m now a convert. Definitely a repeat for me next year. The beautiful weather also inspired me to finally buy a new bbq, which I’m sure will be fantastic when I take it out of the box and put it together. Never mind, it poured with rain the fol lowing day anyway! .

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Gadgets for off the beaten track

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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.

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By Ann Haldon

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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. 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. • Can be replaced within 24 hours if they’re lost or stolen. Cons • Exchange rates can fluctuate widely, and are generally poor when compared with other payment methods. • You pay a fee when you buy them, and also commission when they’re exchanged. 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. 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. Cons • If the card is lost or stolen you may be charged for a replacement. • Some providers charge high fees. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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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Modern carpet can be both practical and fashionable, offering an enormous choice of colour, pattern and texture. Why choose carpet? Carpet is soft and comfortable underfoot, absorbs sound, is non-slip and forgiving if you have a fall, and is insulating against heat loss and draughts; however, it may stain and wear. Regular vacuuming is the only maintenance carpet needs, but accidental spills can be hard to deal with, and it’s unlikely to last longer than stone, tiles or wood. choosing a carpet As a general rule, the deeper the pile and the more luxurious the finish, the greater care the carpet will need, while the shorter and denser the pile, the better it is likely to wear, meaning there is a tradeoff between softness and comfort against durability 

and resilience. Standard carpet descriptions are for light, moderate, general, heavy and extra heavy domestic use, which gives a good indication of suitability. So a hallway carpet should be very tough and classified for heavy domestic use, while a living room (general domestic) probably requires a luxury look combined with robust performance, and a spare bedroom could be more delicate. If you choose a carpet 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 bathrooms.

Ask your retailer for samples and take them home where you can see them in your own environment and light. If redecorating from floor to ceiling, choose the carpet first and ensure that the rest of the scheme co-ordinates - the floor is the largest visible area in a room, so it’s important to get it right. Don’t forget the cost of underlay and fitting and get your room professionally measured, and when replacing a carpet, always buy new underlay. This ensures your new carpet sits properly and wears evenly and can 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.

Wool: Flame-retardant and compression resilient, wool is warm, soft, durable and does not soil easily. The best wools come from Britain and New Zealand. nylon: Extremely hard-wearing with the greatest abrasion resistance. It takes dye and stainresistance treatments well. polypropylene: Resistant to stains and abrasions, wears well and is value-for-money. Used mainly in plain twists, loop patterns and saxonies. polyester: Stain-resistant, light and bulky, with a lustrous appearance, mainly used in plain, thick saxonies. mixes: In order to enhance performance, give a particular feel or reduce price, the four fibres are blended together. The most common blends are 80% wool with 20% nylon (probably the ideal combination of softness and strength); 80% wool with 10% nylon and 10% polyester; and 50% wool with 50% polypropylene.

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loop: Pile tufts are left uncut and can either feel smooth or are like natural flooring such as sisal and coir. Avoid if you have pets. cord: The loops are pulled tight against the backing, giving a very low pile. saxony: A deeper pile with a soft feel and appearance. shag: Extra-long pile. twist: A loop pile that uses yarn with a higher twist than usual to give a coarse, rugged surface. Velvet: A sheared, short pile with a smooth, luxurious finish.

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By James Baggott

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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 

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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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 

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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Unlike the drink driving offence, there have been no sentencing guidelines to assist the courts.

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Between March 2015 - April 2016, 35 of the 43 police forces in England and Wales, reported 7796 arrests for drug driving - but it is not clear how many related to prescription drugs and how many to illegal substances.

Legal prescription drugs and threshold limit in the blood The 8 prescription drugs include: clonazepam 50µg/L diazepam 550µg/L flunitrazepam 300µg/L lorazepam 100µg/L methadone 500µg/L morphine 80µg/L oxazepam 300µg/L temazepam 1,000µg/L A driver will be found guilty of the offence of drug driving if they have one or more of the listed medications above the prescribed limits - unless they can prove that the medication and dose were set by a medical practitioner or that they followed instructions on an accompanying leaflet and that there was no impairment to driving. If a driver is convicted of drug driving they could receive: an unlimited fine disqualification from driving for a minimum of 12 months up to 6 months imprisonment

What are the penalties for drug driving? If you’re convicted of a drug driving offence in England and Wales, the punishment you face will depend on the severity of the offence you have committed. Causing an accident that results in damage to property, injuries to pedestrians or other road users or deaths will attract a much harsher sentence. A conviction for drug driving, without any other aggravating factors, will attract a minimum of a 1 year driving ban. You may also receive a fine (which is unlimited) and up to 6 months in prison. Being convicted of drug driving, regardless of the sentence you receive, will leave you with a criminal record and will also be recorded on your driving licence for 11 years. You may also find that a conviction for drug driving causes you problems such as increased vehicle insurance premiums, difficulty travelling to some other countries and problems finding employment, as your conviction will show on your driving licence.

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august EvEnts Ruislip Stamp Fair 6th August The Ruislip Methodist Church Hall, Ickenham Road, Ickenham, HA4 7DG. For details call 01895 637283.

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

13th September Waterloo Road, Uxbridge, UB8 2QX. Louise Heather ‘the Work of the Ealing Canoe Club’. Email: middlesex.socials@ waterways.org.uk for details.

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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.

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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

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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) 7.459.30pm; Judo (Seniors not 2nd Mon in month) 8-10pm. tues Line Dancing 10.45am-1.15pm; Bingo 7.45pm - 10.30pm. WeD Fitness, Fun & Dance 10.30am-12.00pm; Singing for Fun (1st Wed in month) 1-2.30pm; Judo Club 6.30-7.45pm; Dancing Club 8.15pm-10.30pm. tHurs Happy Families Group 9.45-11.45am; Tea Dances 2-4pm; Whist 7.30-10pm; Ladies Club (2nd Thur in month) 810pm. FrI Line Dancing 10.3012.45pm; Indoor Bowls 7.30-10pm. Call Lynne 01895 824621 or email harefieldcommunitycentre@btconnect.com rock ‘n’ roll Monday's in Harefield! Every Monday. Beginners Jive Dance Classes 7.45pm. Slow practise session 8.30-9pm Social Rock n Roll 9-11pm. No partner required - no experience necessary! Harefield Cricket Club, Breakspear Road North, Harefield, UB9 6NE. 7.30-11pm £5 entry. Email therockingrebels@ gmail.com or call 07947 106607 www.facebook.com/therockingrebels 1950s rock ‘n’ roll with DJs the rocking rebels 1st Fri of every month 7.30-11.30pm. Retro stalls, BYO drinks. St Marys Church Hall, High St, Harefield UB9 6BX. Contact 07951 652083 therockingrebel@gmail.com www.facebook.com/therockingrebels lessons in love Six workshops to help you deal with matters of the heart. Every Tuesday 7-9:30 call Keeley on 07923 074304 or visit www.key4change.com Wednesday stitch Club 10-12noon at Hillingdon Tennis Club. All abilities. All work. Call sue 0208 868 8052. 

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Chinese Brush Painting group Meet on Saturday mornings. Guided by an experienced tutor. Compose and develop your own style. Harefield Library, Park Lane Village Centre, Harefield. Call Phyllis 01895 476 644 / phyllnash@gmail.com

French sessions in Iver French Intermediate Class with French Native Teacher meets every Tues -Iver Village Hall 7.30-9.30pm from Sept 22nd 2015 Call: 07940 281233 e: c.marionnet@blueyonder.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 Hillingdon natural History society Meets 1st Wed of the month at the Scout HQ, Gatting Way, Uxbridge. enquiries@hillingdonnaturalhistorysociety.org.uk Hillingdon railway Modellers Club Meet every Thursday, 7.30pm at Yiewsley Baptist Church contact tonymoth@Hotmail.co.uk Ickenham & swakeleys Horticultural society Local gardening club. Twice yearly Shows in the Village Hall, winter lectures, summer outings, newsletters Member Trading Hut with discounted goods. Clubhouse Lane, UB10 8FU. Enqs: Jill Watson 01895 674412 www.ickenham-horticultural.org.uk @IckenhamGarden Inland Waterways association Meet 2nd Tues of every month at Hillingdon Canal Club, Waterloo Road, Uxbridge, UB8 2QX, 7.30pm. middlesex.social@waterways.org.uk Iver Flower Club The Coppins Room, Iver Village Hall, Grange Way, Iver, SL0 9HW.

Meets 4th Thur of month, 7.30pm. Call Barbara Rhodes 01895 236531 or www.bbando.org.uk/clubs/iver.htm

the language Clubs of Hillingdon September until July. Visitors welcome. Speak some European languages? Want to practise speaking and listening in friendly groups, with recent learners, improvers & native speakers? Each club meets on a different Thursday of the month at 7.45pm in St Giles' Church Hall, Swakeleys Road, Ickenham UB10 8BG. For details: German Club 0208 429 1921; Italian Club 020 8863 3468; Spanish Club and French Club 01895 253 472 uxbridge & Ickenham Floral art society Meets in the village hall, Swakeleys Road. Call 01895 850943. uxbridge Chess Club At the Ivy Leaf Club, 1st floor, 8 Wellington Rd, UB8 2AP. Every Wed 7.30pm. All welcome. Parking, bar, tv. Tuition available. Free initially, then cheap membership. info: Peter Lord at peter-lord@tiscali.co.uk, and 01895 236973 or just turn up! uxbridge Craft Market Every Wednesday (9am-5pm) at The Pavilions Shopping Centre Arts, Crafts, Gifts and Collectables www.uxbridge-craft-market.co.uk keeP-FIt, DanCe & DraMa... aikido Classes Yeading Community Centre, UB4 9BH. Seniors: Mon & Fri 8-10pm. Juniors (6yrs+) Fri 6.30-8pm. Friendly British Aikido Board registered club. Call Keith Holland 01895 636344 or email kuraiaikido @hotmail.com www.kuraiaikido.co.uk. uxbridge Dance studios offers Ballet / Dance classes for all at Uxbridge Community Centre. FREE TRIAL CLASS. Contact Jessica on 07772 879258 or email uxdancestudios@hotmail.com or visit us on www.uxdancestudios.co.uk. continued overleaf...

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If you are thinking of renting, buying or selling a property please call us and experience our award winning difference. Uxbridge Sales 01895 272742 Uxbridge Lettings 01895 252542 Denham 01895 835835 

your multi-award winning local agent