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July felt very much as though it was taken over by my daughter Sami’s 17th birthday, with her giving me a constant daily countdown from the beginning of the month. As it fell on a Monday, celebrations and bbq’s commenced on the Friday and by Tues day I was exhausted! It’s only now, as I’m writing this, I realise that she was just a tiny five year old when I first started the magazines and was sharing with readers the various joys and challenges of having a small child in the house whilst trying to work and keep her entertained. whilst much has changed, keeping her entertained has suddenly resurfaced. The tv and xbox have suddenly lost their appeal and come second to her wanting me to accompany her for numerous practice drives in her car. Driving her new obsession! 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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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
Happy 50tH BirtHdays to Chris Eubank (8th); Charlie Dimmock (10th); Halle Berry (14th); Tracy-Ann Oberman (25th); and Shirley Manson (26th).
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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
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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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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Come Back To Carpet By Katherine Sorrell MINI Countryman vs Skoda Yeti
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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.
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.
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. 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.
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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Salmon and Broccoli Quiche A rich and creamy quiche Serves 6
Ready in 1 hour 30 minutes, plus chilling and cooling
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.
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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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.
The charities’ contact details are www.ffes.org.uk email: info@ffes.org.uk
Betty
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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
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
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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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Beauty Finance
By Ann Haldon
Travelling Abroad This Year? What’s the best way to spend your money?
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Vaccination Update... I was going to write another column on vaccination as there have been some recent major advances but scare stories in the media have made this even more relevant.
This issue revolves around what is known as the L4 vaccine which refers to 4 strains of Leptospirosis, a disease which is routinely vaccinated against in the UK. Despite stories that the World Small Animal Veterinary Association (WSAVA) states L4 vaccines should not be given before 12 weeks and is not essential, which WSAVA have refuted. Leptospirosis in the UK is a common and potentially fatal disease, one strain of which, L.ictohaemorrhagiea, can also cause the fatal Weils disease in humans. L2 vaccines have been used for many years but 2 new strains of Leptospirosis have emerged and are becoming present in Britain.
The stories in the media have suggested that dogs are dying or reacting badly in their thousands to the L4 vaccine and that Leptospirosis is a trivial disease. Neither are true. I have now given hundreds of doses of the L4 vaccine and some dogs have been a bit quiet for a couple of days but none have required any treatment. The reason they have reacted slightly is probably because this is a novel vaccine so the immune system is having to re-learn. It is the same as when we have a vaccination and for a day or so just feel a bit off colour. Because dogs in the UK have no immunity to the new Leptospirosis strains it is sensible to start vaccinating now so they have immunity when the diseases become widespread. In any case, the stories centre on Nobivac vaccines whereas we use Versican and also have L2 vaccine still available. Slightly less contentiously, Versican has also upgraded its Parvovirus component. Parvovirus is a common and frequently fatal disease in puppies and the old vaccine with aCPV2 strain had become less effective for some time. The new CPV2b strain vaccine is long overdue and now at last reflects the current situation. On the cat front, one vaccine (Purevax) has a new, more effective, Calicivirus (one form of cat flu) component which is greater than 80% effective while the old one the others use is as little as 40% effective. A new safer feline Leukaemia virus vaccine is also provided by the same
manufacturer in a combined injection. And it's not all cats and dogs. A variant of the fatal rabbit Viral Haemorrhagic Disease (VHD) has emerged. A new vaccine has been developed as the old VHD1 vaccine is not effective against VHD2, however, at the time of writing, this vaccine was not available in the UK. Meanwhile we recommend using the current vaccine which also protects against Myxomatosis. For further information on all these diseases go to our website at stmartinsvetclinic.com.
M C Atkinson BVSc MRCVs www.stmartinsvetclinic.com
Plan Your Planting by Pippa Greenwood
Many gardens are now looking a little tired, as summer flowers try hard to put on a reasonable show despite the tougher conditions and the fact that their season is drawing to a close. It is not a good time for planting shrubs or trees, as the soil tends to be fairly dry, so you can’t even make things look better with a shrub or two. So, do what you can to perk up flower beds and borders and then start to plan ahead for spring - right now garden centres are starting to take delivery of huge quantities of fabulous bulbs, just ready for planting, and a sure fire way to get your garden looking fabulous in those first few months of next year, and indeed for years to come. Get down to the garden centre sooner rather than later, so that you can have the pick of the bunch. Many bulbs will actually start to put down roots at the back end of summer and into autumn, giving them a head start and ensuring a fabulous display in spring, so prompt planting is advisable. The
only thing you need to delay is the planting of tulips; these are best planted in October to help them avoid a nasty infection called tulip fire. Don’t forget that many mail order catalogues are available and these have an even bigger array of bulbs, often including many of the more unusual varieties, so send off for a few of these to ensure you have something particularly special to enjoy - and to show off to your friends and neighbours! If ordering from catalogues you will need to get a move on, however, so send off for a few as soon as possible. Then enjoy putting your feet up with a cuppa and a pile of catalogues, ready to choose some delightful bulbs ready for planting in the next month or so. Before you set off to the garden centre, take a look at your borders - and indeed anywhere else in the garden - and decide where you can cram in a few bulbs. Remember, the great thing is they are often in flower before the rest of the garden gets going, and so 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 garden soil, and to ensure that your garden looks lovely as early as possible in the year. Many bulbs do really well in containers, so if you have a permanently planted up container this too can be under-planted with several layers of spring flowering bulbs. Use a transplanting trowel to plant in these tight spaces and that way you’ll minimise damage to the existing plants’ roots. If you are new to using bulbs and feel unsure of what goes together, don’t feel frightened to experiment. Alternatively, many catalogues and even some 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. Have you got a dull patch of lawn? Brighten it up in the
early months by planting some small bulbs. Things like crocus or miniature narcissus are particularly useful, as once the flowers have faded you don’t have too much deteriorating foliage to cope with. In larger areas, consider planting up drifts of fullsized daffodils, but make sure that the grass beneath these trees or shrubs is not something you want to keep regularly mown, as you will have to wait for at least six weeks after flowering before you can safely remove the leaves of the daffodils. When choosing bulbs, always make sure they are in good condition before you buy. With a quick look through the packaging (bulbs are often hidden by large
quantities of sawdust or wood shavings) you should be able to find the bulbs itself. Avoid any which are showing even the slightest signs of deterioration such as sunken brown spots, excessive softness or the presence of patches of bluish mould on their surface. Larger bulbs generally seem to do better than smaller versions of the same variety so, if possible, choose really good sized plump ones.
If you want to buy large quantities of the same variety, then it may be possible to buy a net of bulbs from your garden centre or direct from a mail order specialist nursery. Ideally bulbs should be planted promptly, but if this isn’t possible make sure that
you 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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Afternoon Leisure Painting Monday 2pm to 4pm and Wednesday 1.30pm to 3.30pm. The advanced and fundamental concepts of art in any media. Enthusiastic people welcome. Southlands Arts Centre 01895 632171
Crafty Cards Have fun creating your own cards. 2nd and 4th Friday, 10am to 12noon. Contact 01753 652 459 Craft Evening Group Tuesday 7.30pm. Members own projects and workshops to share experience and further skills at Southlands Arts Centre. Tel: 01895 442980 Handicraft - Morning Group Tuesday 10am to 12 noon, needlecraft and any handicraft with material. Paper 3D decoupage, patchwork, cross stitch, soft toys etc., at Southlands Arts Centre. Tel: 01895 442910
Knit & Knatterers Hand and Machine Knitting, Crochet 2nd & 4th Monday of the month 7.309.30pm at Southlands Arts Centre. Tel: 01895 421777 Les Artists - Evening Wednesday 7.30pm to 9.30pm. A mixed ability class for still life, portraiture etc. All welcome at Southlands Arts Centre. 0208 797 4635
Yiewsley Angling & West Drayton Fishing Clubs Thurs 8-10.30pm, Yiewsley & West Outline Theatre Group Drayton Community Centre. At St. Matthews Church, Yiewsley. Every For more details call 01895 443423 Tue 7.30-9.30pm. All welcome from 8yrs+. See www.outlinetheatre. co.uk or KEEP-FIT, DANCE & DRAMA... call Robert Jones on 01895 446352 Painting Group - Morning Tues 10am-1pm. Experienced watercolorists very welcome at Southlands Arts Centre. Tel: 01895 421328 Spinning & Weavers Group Tues 7.30-9.30pm at Southlands Arts Centre. Tel: 01895 443481
The Language Clubs of Hillingdon From late Sept until mid-July. Visitors welcome, Speak some German, Spanish, French or Italian? Want to practise speaking and listening in friendly groups, with recent learners, improvers & native speakers? Join a Hillingdon Family History Society Language Club! Each Club meets on a At Hillingdon Park Baptist Church, different Thursday of the month at 7.45 Hercies Road, Hillingdon. Research pm in St Giles' Church Hall, Swakeleys room open (10am-1pm) every Fri (except the Fri before the first Sat of the Road, Ickenham UB10 8BG. For details: German Club 0208 429 1921; Italian month). On the first Sat of the month Club 020 8863 3468; Spanish Club and open 10am-1pm at Uxbridge Library. French Club 01895 253 472 Experienced help available. See www.hfhs.co.uk . Contact Mrs P. Uxbridge Chess Club Reynolds 01895 444442 or email Meet at the Ivy Leaf Club, 1st floor, 8 hillingdonfhs@onetel.com Wellington Rd, UB8 2AP. Every Wed, 7.30pm. All welcome. Parking, bar, tv. Hillingdon Railway Modellers Club Tuition available. Free initially, then Meet every Thursday, 7.30pm at cheap membership. Info: Peter Lord at Yiewsley Baptist Church. Contact peter-lord@tiscali.co.uk and 01895 tonymoth@Hotmail.co.uk 236973 or just turn up! Hillingdon Natural History Society Uxbridge Craft Market Meets 1st wed of the month at the Every Wednesday (9am-5pm) at The Scout HQ, Gatting Way, Uxbridge. Pavilions Shopping Centre Arts, Crafts, enquiries@hillingdonGifts and Collectables naturalhistorysociety.org.uk www.uxbridge-craft-market.co.uk Inland Waterways Association Wednesday Stitch Club Meet 2nd Tues of every month at 10-12noon at Hillingdon Tennis Club . Hillingdon Canal Club, Waterloo Road, All abilities, Tutorial, White work, gold Uxbridge, UB8 2QX, 7.30pm. work, crewel work etc. Your choice! Call middlesex.social@waterways.org.uk sue 0208 868 8052. Iver Flower Club West Drayton & District The Coppins Room, Iver Village Hall, History Society Grange Way, Iver, SL0 9HW. Meets The society meets on the last 4th Thursday of month, 7.30pm. Tuesday of each month Sep-May Call Jayne on 07730 249876. (excluding Dec) at St Martins www.bbando.org.uk/clubs/iver Harlington Locomotive Society Every Thursday, 8pm at the club in High Street, Harlington, Hayes, Middlesex UB3 5ET. For details call Peter Tarrant on 01895 851168
Church Hall, Church Road at 7.30pm. Each month there is a talk of either local or national interest. During the summer months a programme of visits and walks are arranged. Membership £8 per year. Call either Diane 07599 730640 or Cyril 07704 837042 for details.
Bokwa Fitness Tone & Core Energetic workout that anyone can pick up, dancer or not. Wednesdays 6.15pm7.10pm, Yiewsley and West Drayton Community Centre. Contact Penny, 07771 872592/01895 420409; learningmoves@hotmail.co.uk Dance, Gymnastics and Free Running Classes Presented by Futunity Uk in Uxbridge Town Centre & Hillingdon Sports & Leisure centre. Ages 2-adults catered for and all styles of dance from RAD ballet, Contemporary & ISTD Tap to Break Dancing , Street Dance, Hip Hop & Zumba. Check out our website for full class listings, www.futunityuk.com. Contact Futunity Uk Head Office 01895 251224 or email admin@futunityuk.com Fitness Club St Catherine School, Money Lane, West Drayton, UB7 7NX. Thursday 6-7pm. Circuits, Fitness and Boxercise. £5 a class. Shaun Thompson, www.tauruspt.co.uk Tel: 07906 087749 Irish Dancing classes Children age 5 upwards. Beginners and advanced classes. Monday, 6pm at Hayes Conservative Club, Church Rd Wednesday, 6pm at Greenford Visitati on Catholic church hall Contact Deidre e: Deirdreosullivan@ hotmail.co.uk t: 07956 346383 Ladies Only Kickboxing Club Wednesdays, 6.30-8.00pm at Watts Hall, Redford Way, Uxbridge, UB8 1SZ. First Class FREE! Just turn up or call Instructor Leanne Phillips on 07518 848285 e: leanne @kickboxing-longdon.co.uk www.kickboxing-london.co.uk
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Line Dancing Thurs 12-2pm. St Martins Church Hall, Church Road, West Drayton. Call Susan 01895 832837 susanwynne376@gmail.com
Linedance for Improvers Tuesdays 12-2pm Royal British Legion, Station Road, West Drayton. Call Instructor Ann 0791 435 8050
Linedancing Tuesday evenings 7.30-10.30pm. Yiewsley & West Drayton Community Centre. Call Ann on 0791 435 8050 Modern Jive Classes (Ceroc) Mondays, 8-11pm, Yiewsley & West Drayton Community Centre Thursdays, 8-11pm, Uxbridge Civic Centre. Beginners welcome, first night entry and free lifetime membership. Contact: Alan 0208 933 4350 or 07860 250961 or email: alanandsue@clubceroc.com.
Nordic Walking & Wellbeing Explore our borough’s green spaces . with all round exercise in the open air 4 wk courses various days and locations pre-booking essential contact 07771 872 592 / learningmoves@hotmailco.uk Pilates and Tai Chi Fit courses Tuesdays 7.30-8.30pm, Yiewsley and West Drayton Community Centre. Contact Penny 07771 872592/01895 420409; learningmoves@hotmail.co.uk Pinewood Fitness The Fitness Room, Pinewood Studios, Pinewood Road, Iver Heath, Sl0 0NH Mon 20.00-21.00, Wed 19.30-20.30 Booking only. Various Fitness Circuits, Boxercise, Gym Work £5 a class. Shaun Thompson, www.tauruspt.co.uk 07906 087749 Salsa Classes Every Monday: The Middlesex Arms, Long Drive, South Ruislip, HA4 0HG. Beginners class starts 8pm. Improvers/Intermediates: 8.459.30pm. 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
Tai Chi Classes Sat 10-11am, Yiewsley Methodist Church, Fairfield Road, UB7 8EY. Call Dan on 07880 601429 to book. Tai Chi Fit Designed for modern life. Wed 09.3010.30am. Yiewsley and West Drayton Community Centre UB7 9JL. Contact Penny 07771 872592/01895 420409; learningmoves@hotmail.co.uk Tap Dance Mondays 7.30-8.30pm at Meadows Community Centre, West Drayton. Adult Beginner/Intermediate tap. No exams. Contact 01895 420409 / learningmoves@hotmail.co.uk. Weekly Tea Dance 2pm to 4pm at Yiewsley & West Drayton Community Centre. Please call 01895 422776 for details. Yoga for All Wednesday 7.30-9.00pm Yiewsley & West Drayton Community Centre. Priya 01895 440712
Zumba Mon 6pm, Walter Pomeroy Hall, Royal Lane Hillingdon UB8 3QU. Tues 7.30pm, St Marys Church Hall, Hemmen Lane (off Church Rd, Hayes) UB3 2JQ. All welcome. £5. Ann-Marie Samuels 07701 012927 Zumba Fitness Class Weds 8-9pm at Langley Grammar School Sport Centre Reddington Drive Langley, SL3 8LL. Thurs 7-8pm at Yiewsley / West Drayton Community Centre, Harmondsworth Rd, West Drayton. UB7 9JL. Gabriel 07735 090325 or gabrielzumba@instructor. net www.gabriel84.zumba.com PRE-SCHOOL & KIDS GROUPS... Mobile Disco for Children A mobile disco available for hire, for children of all ages call Zoe on 07747 063149 for details. Slough Sea Cadets Parade nights on Mon and Thu 19.30-21.30 at Langley Pavillion, Langley Road, Slough, SL3 8BS. Male & Female Junior Cadets (age 10-12yrs) & Cadets (age 1218yrs). Fees £2pw, courses from £5. Email: sloughseacadets@yahoo.co.uk
Stars at Knight After school Drama Club for children 7-18 yrs at Southlands Art Centre, 76 The Green, West Drayton. Tel: 0208 841 8940 / 07956 123626 e: starsatknightdrama@gmail.com www.starsatknight-schoolofdrama.co.uk MUSIC... Faraday Country Music Club In Slough SL2 1RN. Join us for the best live Country Music. From 811pm. Call Deb 07986 050742 www.faradaycountry.co.uk Guitar lessons Complete beginners welcome. Contact Sam on 07798 588496 sam@uxbridgeguitarlessons.co.uk
The Rock Project Greater London School of Rock & Pop where we teach 7-18 year olds how to play guitar, bass, drums and vocals in small groups and as a band. Sessions run Wed's at Nower Hill High School, Pinner and Thurs at Vyners School, Ickenham. Juniors (7-11) 4.156.15pm and Seniors (11-18) 6.308.30pm. £20 per two - hourly session. Contact Pritpal on 07855 863058 or email uxbridge@therockproject.com. Yiewsley & West Drayton Band Rehearse every Wednesday and Friday 8-10pm at St. Matthew's School, Yiewsley. To join or book the band for an engagement contact Lynne on 07976 824152 or email Lynne@ywdband.com Yiewsley & West Drayton Training Band Open to all ages wanting to learn to play a brass instrument or to 'brush up' your skills. Rehearse every Wed (TT only) 6.45-7.45pm, St. Matthew's School, Yiewsley. Contact Abi on 07985 302 856 or emailtraining@ywdband.com PETS... Iver Dog Training Club Every Tue and Fri 6.30pm-9.00pm at St Andrews Church, Richings Park. Call Diana 01753 732907. Iver Heath Fields Dog Club 'Outdoor Training' every Sat at 10.15am, Wed at 11am. Call Mike on 01753 817852 or 07795 031335 continued over...
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Close Quarter Combat Based in Richings Park. Specialising in speed, strength and conditioning training. Pad work combinations. Suitable for men & women of all ages. 1-2-1 sessions. Call Mark 07525 366126 e: mj.wilding@hotmail.com
Alcoholics Anonymous Meet every Sunday, 7.30pm at St Leonards Hall, St Leonards Walk, Richings Park, Iver, SL0 9DD. For more call Howard 07816 315688. Glow Fitness Every Thursday 10-11.30am, Yiewsley & West Drayton Community Centre. Call Sarah on 0208 569 0181 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 Cyril or Becky 01895 637444. Slimming World The Salvation Army, Cowley Road, Uxbridge. Tuesday 7pm Tel: Nicki 07826 698360 New Denham Community Centre Tuesday, 10-11.30am. Tel: Mandy 07879 897578 Yiewsley Methodist Church, Farfield Road, Yiewsley. Wednesdays 5pm or 6.45pm. Tel: Nicki 07826 698360
Karate Club of Denham For ages 5 years and upwards. Sundays 9.15-11am at New Denham Community Centre, Oxford Road. Call 07988 743725 Karate Club of Uxbridge For ages 5 years and upwards. Wed 5-7pm at The Greenway, Uxbridge. Call 07988 743725
Kung Fu Club (Ladies only) A work out for all ladies, at all levels of fitness on Monday and Thursday mornings from 9.30 to 10.30am. West Drayton Community Centre, Harmondsworth Road, UB7 9JL. Contact Ella: 07702 479 435 or sportsclubuk@gmail.com Heathrow Boxing Club Men & women, boys & girls Junior Boxing Club: Tue & Thu, 5pm. Senior Boxing Club Mon, Tue & Thu, 8pm. 422 Bath Road, Longford, Middlesex, UB7 0EB. Tel: 0208 123 1271. Martial Arts Bujinkan Kuri Dojo Ninjutsu and Bujutsu, Unit 21 Bridgeworks, UB8 2JG. Tel: 07878 471124. Training: Sunday 10.30am-12.30pm, Tuesday 8-10pm, Thursday 8.3010pm www.bujinkankuridojo.co.uk Shorinji Kempo Self Defence Learn the practical self defence techniques of this traditional Japanese martial art. Tue 6-7pm children (£2), 7-9pm adults (£5). The Barn, Kingston Lane, Uxbridge. Call Dan 07776 421957. www.sk.harrow.ac.uk Silat Kuntao Indonesian Self-Defence Traditional self-defence, includes empty hand, weapons, meditation and healing massage. Adult classes only. Mon and Wed 8pm-10pm at Denham Village Memorial Hall, Denham, UB9 5BN. Call Philip Davies 07790 496 346 or kuntao.matjan.uk@gmail.com.
SOCIAL GROUPS... Colne Valley Park Conservation Vols Every second weekend of the month. Hands on help to protect the wildlife and local landscape. Contact Steve Ord. steven.ord@groundwork.org.uk or call 07718 043080. Harlington Women’s Institute Every 1st Wed of month, 7.309.30pm at Landsdown House, St Peter's Way Hayes UB3 5AB. Call Sarah Wilson 0208 759 0019 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. Over 60s Social Group Over 60s Singles Group meet fortnightly at various agreed venues. Judith 07980 073170 Mel 07785 582323 judithholl07@hotmail.co.uk Over 65s Wellbeing Sessions Every Friday from 1:30-3:30pm. Creative art & craft activities & chair
& standing exercise for over 65s at Yiewsley Cornerstone Centre, 74 Colham Ave. Yiewsley UB7 8HF. Sessions free. Call 01895 458310 www.yiewsleycornerstone.co.uk. Probus Club of Langley & Iver is always looking for new members, we meet for lunch at Pinewood Hotel, George Green, Uxbridge Road, Slough on the last Tuesday of the month (except Dec). We are friendly and attract retired persons of both sexes who usually are from a professional background although there is nothing rigid about background. We normally have a speaker and cover a wide range of interests. Call 01753 653571. Southlands Ladies Group Talks, outings, own evenings. Mon fortnightly. Call 01895 445766 Senior Citizens Welfare Association Senior Citizens Welfare Association is a monthly social on 4th Wed of every month, with tea/raffle /tombola /bingo and regular outings at Yiewsley & West Drayton Community Centre, 1-3.30pm. Transport available. Call 01895 443423 for more or pop along. 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 09:3011:30hrs. Contact: Iain Henderson, Iain115@aol.com (exRAF) or Lorraine Reed 07976 398533, lorraineareed@gmail.com Women’s Social Group Looking to make new friends? Social group for women. Call Seema 07730 898635 or seemaa@seemaa.co.uk
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