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The thing I ve always liked about the BMW MINI is that, unlike the other retro cars, the New Beetle and the Fiat 00, you are just as likely to see a man behind the wheel as a woman. This is because the MINI is not just a triumph of style over substance. Both the W and the Fiat are dynamically worse than the mainstream hatchbacks they are based on. The MINI isn t based on another car, it is a one of a kind, and underneath those cute as a button looks and retro interior lies a well built, well engineered BMW that is fantastic to drive, even if it does fall down on overall practicality. Almost thirteen years after the first new MINI hit the showrooms, the Mk III has arrived. To be honest, the Mk II was just a minor facelift of the Mk I but this is an all new car. Is it a step change improve ment on the previous model, or is it a flabbier, woollier version with some new technology scat tered around the place Well, it is certainly bigger longer, wider and roomier although, through the miracles of BMW engineering, it is slightly lighter than the previous model. In appearance it is very obviously a MINI but there are significant changes from the outgoing model, including reworked rear lights, a crease running the length of the side pan els and some major changes to the front end. The headlights are much bigger than before, the bonnet is longer and there is a more significant front over hang to accommodate improved crash protection. To my eye, the longer bonnet spoils the proportions and I m not wild about the trout pout front grill, but it certainly hasn t metamorphosed into an ugly duckling. The interior maintains its retro flourishes but gets some new, very comfortable seats and better qual ity materials. The speedo has been moved to the top of the steering column so you can actually see it and the dinner plate sized dial in the centre of the dash now houses the satnav and ancillary func tions, all of which can now be controlled via BMW s user friendly iDrive system. owever, the back seats are still too cramped and the boot is still titchy, if a little deeper.
The engine line up has been completely replaced with a pair of 1. litre diesels, two triple cylinder turbocharged petrol engines and a 2 litre turbo for the hot hatch Cooper S. The diesel had become the big seller in the last generation Cooper but I think this new 1. litre triple could change all that. It produces a healthy 13 bhp, enough to punt this little car from 062 in 7.9 seconds and onto 131mph. You can rev it till it screams but there s plenty of torque available from low down in the range and, better still, it is extremely refined and capable of 61mpg on a run. The suspension is another area that is much im proved. The old Cooper was painful on any kind of bumpy road, particularly if fitted with 17 wheels, but this one is smooth and compliant, a dramatic improvement. The handling is even better than before and the MINI retains its sharp turn in, pre cise steering and high levels of grip. It is still easy to keep in line when everything goes pear shaped too in short, it s a whole lot of fun to drive. I have to say BMW have done a great job with this car. It still has all the things that made the original car such a hit, retro styling, a great driving experi ence, BMW build quality and a reasonable price tag, but every single aspect of it has been im proved, in the case of ride comfort by a consider able margin. Yes, the back seats are only suitable for kids and the boot is tiny, but I doubt if this will put off many potential buyers. Coming to a drive way near you soon
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www.munrocareers.co.uk / Twitter - @munrocareers / Facebook - munro careers Karen is a professional Career Coach providing individual support in all aspects of employment including effective CV writing, interview skills training, networking and successful job searching. A member of the Career Development Institute and Careers Professional Alliance, a qualified Careers Practitioner and Trainer, she works with both private and business clients around Hillingdon, South Bucks and Middlesex. Karen is currently facilitating workshops and offering individual coaching to Military Personnel leaving the Armed Forces at RAF Northolt, helping them through their transition to civilian work. Karen writes for a number of careers focussed and military resettlement magazines and regularly contributes to ‘In and Around’ sharing her practical experience with her local community. BReAKINg the ‘age barrier’ in the employment market can be daunting for people over a certain age. So what can you do about it? Firstly, if you are worried employers may discriminate against you due to your age, don’t give them reason to. Don’t put your age or your date of birth on your CV. It is not best practice to have personal information on a CV and an employer does not need to know when you were born. Their primary focus is to find out if you have the right skills and experience to do the job better than any of the other applicants. Only go back around 10-12 years on your CV starting with you most recent. Keep it relevant too. Going back to jobs you did after you left school will not only highlight your age, but will not be relevant to your most recent experience or what you are applying for now. There is also no need to put the year you went to School, College or University. Employers will not be interested in your pre-GCSE qualifications such as O levels or CSE’s and this will only highlight your age further. If the job description says GCSE English is a requirement, you can put ‘educated to GCSE standards, including English’ instead. or you could look at re-training. Getting a qualification will help you to prove your skills to an employer and shows you have the right skills
for the job. It will also show you are being pro-active by keeping your skills up-to-date and you are willing to learn new things, demonstrating you have the right attitude for the job. Government-funded online courses lead to nationally recognised qualifications in Maths, English and IT skills. If you want to go on courses but are worried about the cost, have a look at the Government 24+ loans. Visit www.learndirect. com for further details. Remember, it really doesn’t matter how old you are, because there’s never been a better time to learn! The key thing to remember is that, with age comes experience and this is something that sets you apart from other jobseekers. Try to be even more proactive in understanding a potential employer’s needs and show off your skills. Identify what they’re really asking you and remove any hint of concern. Your best approach to finding opportunities may be through networking. Contact friends, friends of friends, family, contacts you have from previous jobs, social or community groups. Ask them to let you know if they hear of any positions. Working on a voluntary basis is a fantastic way to meet new people, network and find paid employment. Opportunities to ‘shadow’ people at
work in your desired sector for a day or two could be ideal. Make the same suggestion direct to employers. During your ‘shadowing’, ask which jobs in their organisations (and outside it) need people with the kind of experience you bring and in the specific areas you hope to work in. Finally, be aware Age Discrimination is now recognised through legislation, so employers are no longer able to recruit people using age as a deciding factor. If you feel a company has discriminated against you due to your age, you are within your rights to contest it. However, ask yourself this; do you want to work for a company that discriminates candidates due to their age? Take it as a gift that you found out before hand as who would want to work for a company with those values! Move onwards and upwards and find an age-friendly company that you really want to work for and who really values you for what you can do and not your age.
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Whatever your opinion of roses, there’s no denying that this flower is the epitome of traditional English gardening, and maybe for some that’s just the problem. For some people the memories of insipid flowers sitting above leggy stalks and diseased leaves is enough to put them off ever planting another rose bush again. Classified as a woody perennial, with over a hundred species it is still by far one of Britain’s favourite plants. Native to China, the humble rose grows well in our climate, where the cool moist winters and warm (ish) summers mean that as long as we don’t experience too much rain (which can cause petals to fuse together before fully opening) plants should live happily for many years. That said they are not ‘forever plants’ and should not be held on to for sentimental reasons. I’ve removed no end of beds planted up in the 60’s with nothing more than clumps of baked clay soil as their companion.
Roses are best planted bare root between November and February but are most often purchased containerised when in flower during the summer months. If well watered in their first year, roses planted this way should establish well. Plant slightly deeper than you think you need, burying the graft (woody knuckle) fractionally below the soil. Humans are not the only admirers of roses and they can suffer from numerous pests and diseases so prepare yourself for battle. Problems include; brown scale, rose aphids, rose leaf-rolling sawfly, rose dieback, rose powdery mildew, rose blackspot and rose rust. That said there are diseaseresistant varieties, and prevention is always better than cure. If planted in good soil (they don’t mind heavy clay) and in a well prepared hole with some homemade compost or manure, then fed in March with a special rose fertiliser before another layer of compost or manure is placed on top, and watered well they will provide you
with a long lasting combination of colour and scent. For added interest, why not grow two varieties together which complement each other, or flower at different times for lengthier impact. On a sunny wall try; Rosa ‘Blush Noisette’, a great repeat flowerer with small double pink flowers, 'Lady Waterlow' for silky pink blooms and healthy foliage, ‘Gertrude Jekyll’ for exquisite scent, or ‘Etoile de Hollande' for a splash of rich scarlet red. Ground cover roses such as the ‘flower carpet range’ are great for covering banks and are extremely low maintenance, or try an avenue of standard roses such as ‘Winchester Cathedral’ which look fabulous when under planted with lavender or lush low growing evergreens. Finally for a wonderful thornless variety try Rosa ‘Mortimer Sackler’. Happy gardening! Lee Bestall www.inspiredgardens.net
We ve all got used to spam, the daily deluge of emails offering prescription meds, pornography, hot share tips and so much more that even the best filter can t eradicate entirely. There has always been a more malicious subgenre of spam known as phishing. These emails usually purport to come from your bank or another financial services company and a common ploy is to claim that you have been locked out of your account and need to enter your account details, username and password to reactivate it. While this might seem an extremely unsubtle approach, it is surprising how many people have fallen for it over the years. Tens of millions of pounds have been stolen using this technique. Phishing attacks have fallen off markedly in the last couple of years, for several reasons. Firstly, internet security for bank accounts has greatly improved most banks now offer a security device that generates a unique number every time you log on. Without the device it is virtually impossible to access the account. At the same time, large scale financial criminals have found it easier to steal financial data from overseas call centres. There is now a virtual market in stolen financial information. Internet users have also become much more savvy when it comes to unsolicited emails there are very few people na ve enough to hand over their bank details in response to a badly worded email supposedly from Nat West Bank these days. Finally, spam filters are certainly not perfect, but they are a lot more effective than they used to be. Only a small proportion of the spam sent out makes it through to people s inboxes. ver adaptable, the spammers have changed their line of attack. The aim of most malicious spam these days is not to sell dodgy meds or stocks, or even to con people into giving up sensitive financial data. Instead it is to lodge malicious spyware onto the recipient s computer. This malware can perform a variety of unpleasant tasks but one of the most
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Where there’s a Will By Debbie Singh-Bhatti
Whether you are old or young, married or single, rich or poor, you really ought to make a will! If you don’t, the only way to divide up your property after death will be according to the Law of Intestacy – and the result may not be to your liking! For example, if you are married, your other half may not automatically get everything. Brothers, sisters, parents and children may also inherit. And if you are an unmarried couple, you could be classed as a single person and your surviving partner could receive nothing.
If a parent, consider who you would like to look after your children in the event of your death. For single parents or unmarried parents living together, a valid will that nominates guardians is invaluable. If no one knows your wishes, the court will decide on the future care of your children. A will gives single people the chance to have their estate divided amongst friends, relatives or charities, and even if you have made a will already it is a good idea to review and possibly update it, to ensure that it reflects your current wishes. Making a will is the one and only way to make sure your wishes are carried out after your death. There are several choices available when making a will. The ‘Do It Yourself’ option can be completed with the aid of a ‘Will Pack’ available from stationery shops or
online. Though relatively cheap, this option offers no advice, so the will may not accurately reflect your wishes and best fit your circumstances.
Professional bodies such as banks and solicitors offer will writing services. Typically, a representative will take down your instructions and draft a will accordingly. The skill and qualifications of individuals may vary, so check they are properly trained. Finally, you could use a professional will writer. Most firms send a specially trained person to your home to record your instructions. Your will is then drafted by someone qualified in will writing. Will writing firms are generally covered by professional indemnity insurance, and are members of a professional will writing body such as the Institute of Professional Will Writers. The cost to make a will depends on the complexity of your requirements. A simple single or mirrored will typically cost around £150 to £200, whereas more complex wills may be between £400 and £800. The original signed copy is the only legally binding version and if it gets lost, stolen or damaged it will be worthless- so keep it in a safe place! Tell your friends and family that you’ve made a will - but not necessarily what’s in it – and let them know how to find it.
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Emotional cruelty to children set to become a crime by Liz Fitzpatrick Partner, childcare team IBB Solicitors elizabeth.fitzpatrick@ibblaw.co.uk 01895 207857 The Government is considering making emotional cruelty to children a criminal offence. Under the plans, parents who deny their children affection face prosecution for the first time. It will also make it a criminal offence to do anything that deliberately harms a child’s “physical, intellectual, emotional, social or behavioural development”.
current law is based largely on legislation first introduced 150 years ago. However, he stressed that the new law will not criminalise parents for being nasty, but for their criminal behaviour. “This proposal is not about widening the net, it’s about making the net stronger so that we catch those parents and carers who are quite clearly inflicting significant harm on their children, whereas they should be nurturing them and loving them”, he stated.
Parents found guilty under the proposed law change could face up to 10 years in prison, the maximum term in child neglect cases. The change will update existing laws in England and Wales, which only allow an adult responsible for a child to be prosecuted if they have deliberately assaulted, abandoned or exposed that child to suffering or injury. It is believed that new measures will be introduced ahead of the next election, possibly in the Queen’s Speech. A monumental step forward The new offence follows a campaign for a “Cinderella Law” from charity Action for Children. Sir Tony Hawkhead, the chief executive of Action for Children, has declared that the change will be a “monumental step forward for thousands of children”. He went on to comment “We are one of the last countries in the western world to recognise all forms of child abuse as a crime. Years of campaigning have been rewarded, the Government has listened and this law will change lives”. The reforms were also backed by MPs, with Conservative MP Robert Buckland noting that the
The right to grow up in a safe environment Commenting on the proposals, Nick Clegg, the Deputy PM, sounded a note of caution, warning that the changes must not lead to families being “micromanaged in their living rooms”. He says that the new rules must strike the right balance between state intervention in family life and child protection. Discussing the changes, a spokesman for the Ministry of Justice said: “The government believes protecting children from harm is fundamental and that child cruelty is an abhorrent crime which should be punished. Every child should be able to grow up in a safe environment – we are considering ways the law can support this”. For further information contact a member of the IBB Childcare team, which deals exclusively with child welfare cases, and cases relating to disagreements between family members, such as where children live or when they visit other family members. It has extensive experience in representing children either directly or through a Children’s Guardian.
We are family If you are concerned about the care of a child in your family, we can advise you on your options. Our experienced specialists will guide you through child welfare cases, care and adoption proceedings, and cases relating to where children live or when they visit other family members. We can also represent children direct, or through a Children’s Guardian. Contact us to arrange a meeting: enquiries@ibblaw.co.uk or call 08456 381381
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Vestry Teas Sun 11th May, 2-5pm St Mary's Church, Denham Village Funds raised in aid of Denham village Infant school. all welcome. Illustrated Talk Wed 14th May, 1.45pm Winston Churchill Hall, Ruislip Hillingdon DFas invite you to hear an illustrated talk on the life and work of Jacob Epstein. next talk will be in June on ‘masterpieces of medieval Westminster’. tel. 01895 239100, or text 07905 349139 for further details.
5k Cross Country Wed 14th May, 7pm start Langley Park £5.50 (members); £7.50 (non-club) On day entry +£2 First in the three-part race series. the course is one lap of scenic parkland. parking included. visit www.fabian4.co.uk for full details and registration. Bird Watching for Beginners Wed 21st May, 10am-12pm Langley Park Café £4.50 adult; £2.50 child; £3.50 cons; £12 family a great chance to learn about the variety of birds that live here. Don’t forget your binoculars!
Film Walk XC Bike Racing Youth & Novice Sat 31st May, 1pm start Black Park Car Park From £5 First in a weekend of racing hosted by West Drayton mountain Bike Club. For full details please visit the website www.blackparkraces.co.uk.
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Bushcraft Walk Bushcraft Walk Mon 26th May, 2pm-5.30pm Black Pine’s Camp £22 adult; £17 child Join andy on an interactive walk to learn the secrets of the forest and uses for natural materials. Finish at Black pine’s Camp to put your new knowledge into practice. max ratio of 1 adult to 2 children. Over 12s only.
Meditation Taster Class Sun 4th May, 5.30pm-7pm Ickenham Village Hall Increasing your self-esteem - a lighthearted spiritual talk with guided meditation, open to everyone wanting to deepen their meditation experiences. Free monthly classes, booking required - 020 8574 3699 or 020 8578 8625. Organised by the Brahma kumaris www.brahmakumaris.org/uk Race Night Fri 9th May Harefield Infant School For ticket information please visit www.facebook.com/HarefieldFriends
Charity Craft Fair & Family Fun Day Sat 17th May, 11am-4pm Iver Village Hall Craft stalls, charity stalls, face painting and much more! North London Military Wives Choir with Leslie Phillips & Guests Sat 17th May, 2pm Gerrards Cross Memorial Hall, 8 East Common, Gerrards Cross, SL9 7AD
Leslie Phillips a wonderful afternoon with music and smiles. tickets £15 per guest including afternoon tea and cakes presented on behalf of the B600 Foundation call 01923 264119 or 07779 299531
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may EvEnts continued Uxbridge Choral Society Spring Concert Sat 17th May, 7.30pm St. Anselm's Church, Station Road, Hayes, UB3 4DF Puccini 'Messe di Gloria' and Rutter 'Feel the Spirit'. Conductor: Jeff stewart. tickets: £12 and children under 12 £6, on the door or by calling 01895 847083.
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Bike Club. For full details please visit www.blackparkraces.co.uk.
including Harry Potter and James Bond. Join us for a walk around Black Park to look at some of the popular locations and see screen shots from the productions.
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Open Farm Sunday Sun 8th June, 10.30am-5pm Rowley Farm Free event see the animals on Rowley Farm and learn where your food and milk comes from. there will be guided tours, tractor rides and games too. Park in Black Park Car Park and follow the signs.
School Summer Fete Sat 7th June, 1pm-4pm Iver Heath Junior, St Margarets Close, Iver Heath SL0 0DA Come and have some fun!
Ruislip Central Horticultural Society Tues 20th May We are proud to present Bob Flowerdew (from BBC Gardeners Question time) giving a talk on ‘no Work Gardening!’ for more info on this or any of our events and tickets please call Warren Reeves 01923 451616 rchstalks@gmail.com new members are most welcome. Denham Village Fayre Mon 26th May, 10am-4pm Village Road, Denham Village Fairground attractions, Bee Keepers, Classic Cars, morris men Plants, Books, toys, Games and many stalls and refreshments.
Art in the Churchyard Mon 26th May, 10am-4pm Denham Fayre, Denham Village all paintings originals by local artists, they are all for sale so you can buy what you see Oil – Watercolour – Pastel. Come and browse our gallery (inside the church if the weather is poor).
JunE PaRK EvEnts XC Mountain Bike Racing Sun 1st June, 10am start Black Park From £10 Part two of the weekend’s racing hosted by West Drayton mountain
5k Cross Country Wed 11th June, 7pm start Langley Park £5.50 (members); £7.50 (non-club) On day entry +£2 second in the three-part race series. the course is one lap of scenic parkland. Parking included. visit www.fabian4.co.uk for full details and registration.
Lea Barn Equestrian Sun 22nd June, 10am-4pm Langley Park, Free event Walk down through Langley Park to George Green Field and watch the horses in action. For more information, visit www.leabarnequestrian.co.uk Bushcraft & Survival Day Sun 22nd June, 10am-4pm Black Pine’s Camp, £65 Join Ranger andy to learn bushcraft and survival skills in the inspiring surroundings of Black Park. With a relaxed and friendly approach, resident bushcraft and survival expert andy, will share his knowledge and skills. you will leave with a fresh outlook and new understanding of the world around you. you’ll enjoy a day of practical skills, exploring your potential and enhancing your ability to deal with the unexpected. Film Walk Sun 29th June, 2pm-3.45pm Black Park Visitor Centre £5 adult; £3 child; £4 cons; £14 family Black Park has played host to a great number of major film, television and music productions over the years,
1940's Afternoon Tea Party Sat 7th June, 2pm-4pm Ickenham Village Hall With music from that period tickets. £5 from flowline Hairdressers. Butterflies supporting local childrens charities. ‘A Girls' Night Out’ author event Mon 9th June, 7.30pm-10pm Compass Theatre, Ickenham Featuring best selling female authors: Lisa Jewell, Jenny Colgan, Rowan Coleman and alex marwood. Doors open at 6:30pm. tickets: £7 includes free paperback book. available from Ickenham Library. My Writing Life Thurs 12th June, 7pm-8pm Ickenham Library Free event. an evening with local author Jason Rohan. ticket required please collect from Ickenham Library. Family Fun Day Sat 21st June, 12-5pm St Marks Hall, Greentiles Lane, Denham Green, UB9 5HT Come join us for stalls, games, music, bbq etc. all proceed to go to Cancer Research. For more info or if you would be interested in having a stall, please call nicky on 07944 458147. Summer Fayre Sat 28th June, 12-3pm. Denham Village Infant School Bouncy Castle, Grand Raffle, Giant tombola. arts & Crafts stalls, refreshments with home made cakes. and lots more entrance by Donation.
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Messing about on the river by Susan Brookes-Morris If you are looking for something a little different this year, why not try a canal boat holiday. You do not need any previous experience or a boat licence to hire a canal boat, and you and your crew will be given all the training you need before you set off on your holiday. You will be taught how to use the controls which are fairly simple: the tiller controls left and right, and you push the lever forwards to go forward and backwards to stop or reverse. Life jackets are supplied to children and non-swimmers for extra safety. You can go to many different parts of the UK and choose your own itinerary. You can choose to moor up near a quiet canal side village or in a city centre. Birmingham for instance is famous for having more canals than Venice. It’s a good idea to look at maps and guides in advance, and talk to your hire company to plan a realistic route. Remember that the pace is slow. The speed limit on canals is just four miles an hour. Kids or grandparents will love helping at the locks, and as you will be in a different place every day, you can find something to suit everyone along the way. This type of holiday is also ideal for dogs as there will be plenty of open spaces and traffic-free walking.
You will gain a new love of nature as you spot birds and wildlife along the way. You might also choose to do some fishing from the boat or the banks, but do remember you may need to buy a rod licence. There will also be many other highly decorated craft to see along the way. It’s great fun waving to those on the tow path, and some of your party might choose to cycle on the paths or walk parts of the route whilst you steer. Today’s holiday boats are bright and modern and all the comforts of home are available. The Galley is fully equipped with oven, hob and fridge and in some cases a micro wave. You will find all the utensils, crockery and glasses that you need on board. Lounges are fitted with comfortable seating, and some have DVD’s as well as TV’s. Bathrooms have hot and cold running water to the showers and sinks and a flushing loo!. There is usually a mix of single and double beds and often central heating. If you are really looking for complete rest and relaxation, why not try one of the canal hotels that can also be found on the water. You get your own skipper and crew, who know the history of the canals, and you can share the trip with likeminded people. It’s the perfect way to unwind.
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Bowen Therapy Restoring Balance to the Body Bowen Therapy is a gentle, natural and non-invasive hands-on remedial therapy. It has a remarkable record of success with clients affected from a wide range of problems – often when nothing else has helped. It is suitable for all age-groups, including new-born babies and the very elderly. It helps the body’s systems rebalance and promotes healing.
Bowen consists of gentle rolling movements over muscles, tendons, ligaments and soft tissue at precise points on the body using fingers and thumbs. No hard-tissue manipulation or force is needed or used. The process releases energy, sending impulses to the brain to trigger the body’s own healing systems.
Conditions known to respond to Bowen Bowen helps by releasing stress at a very deep level, via its calming effect on the Autonomic Nervous System, setting the scene for the body to heal itself. In contrast to many other hands-on therapies, Bowen does not attempt to force the body to change; rather it asks the body to recognise and make the changes necessary to bring it back to homeostasis (physiological equilibrium). Shortterm (acute) injury is usually resolved in 1–3 treatments, while long-standing (chronic) conditions may require longer. My name is Davina Butler and my clinics are in Ruislip and Gerrards Cross, if you would like further information on Bowen please contact me on 07796 927768, therapies@davinabutler.com or my website www.davinabutler.com. I am a member of the Bowen Therapy Professional Association (BTPA) where you will find studies and testimonials at www.bowen-therapy.co and the Complementary & Natural Healthcare Council (CNHC) www.cnhc.org.uk
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regular & local events... Quiz night Every Tues & Sun, 8.30pm Coach & Horses, Ickenham
Bollywood night Fri 25th April, at Vyners School Hall. Call Doug on 01895 633217 or see www.IckenhamFestival.org.uk
inland Waterways association 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
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ruislip & district natural history society Meet last Monday of the month from Sept to April (except Dec) in Guide Hut near Ruislip Library. Contact: John Matthews 01895 636215.
comedy Bunker Ruislip Golf Centre Ickenham Road Ruislip HA4 7DQ for more details of dates and ticket prices visit our website www.comedybunker.co.uk
ruislip & northwood Flower arrangement society Meet 1st Tues of the month excluding Jan and August at Northwood College, HA6 2YE. Call 01923 829621 for details.
comedy nights The Empire Comedy Club at The White Bear, Ickenham Road HA4 7DF every Thurs night. Pete 01895 675293
ruislip, northwood & eastcote local history society Meets on the third Monday of the month at St Martin's Church Hall, High Street, Ruislip at 8.15pm. See RNELHS website for details. Susan Toms 01895 637134 toms.susan@gmail.com
hoBBies... Brushstrokes art classes with sue Friendly weekly classes with tuition. Beginners welcome. Hayes, Ickenham & Ruislip. Ring Sue 01895 639294 or 07949 805246 chinese Brush Painting group Saturday mornings. The class is guided by an experienced tutor so no experience required! You will learn how to compose and develop your own style as well as practicing the finer points of Chinese calligraphy often seen on paintings. Find us at Harefield Library, Park Lane Village Centre, Harefield or contact Phyllis Nash 01895 476 644 / phyllnash@gmail.com
harrow & hillingdon geological society Meet for lectures at 7.30 for 8.00pm on the second Wednesday of each month at Cavendish Pavilion, Field End Road, Eastcote, HA4 9PG. All are welcome, visitors £3 donation. Refreshments. For details contact: Jean Sippy, Secretary Tel: 020 8422 1859 www.hhgs.org.uk hillingdon arts & crafts club Meet every 2nd & 4th Friday, 9.3011.30am in Ickenham and at The Fabric Warehouse, Cowley. For info call Sue Williams on 07799 054444 hillingdon Family history society At Hillingdon Park Baptist Church, Hercies Road, Hillingdon. Research room open (10am-1pm) on the first Sat of the month and every Fri (except the Fri before the first Sat). Experienced help available. See www.hfhs.co.uk Contact Mrs Reynolds 01895 444442 or email hillingdonfhs@onetel.com
the ickenham art society Meets Thu, 7.30pm in the Scout Hut, Community Close, Ickenham. See www.ickenhamart.co.uk. For painters in any medium. Tel. 01895 637545. the chiltern aviation society Meets every 4th Wednesday at the Methodist Church Hall, Ickenham Road. 8pm. Call Keith Hayward on 01895 637872 or email John Roach at Chilternaviation@virginmedia.com uxbridge & ickenham Floral art society Meets in the village hall, Swakeleys Road. Call 01895 850943 keeP-Fit, dance & drama... argosy Players theatre group Meets at Ruislip Conservative Club, Ickenham Road, West Ruislip. Every Thurs, 8pm. Call 07972 394702. Bagot stack (Fitness league) TT only. Vyners School, UB10 8AB on Tues 7.30-8.30pm. Call Rosemary 01628 776838 www.thefitnessleague.com classical Pilates Mat classes for beginners through to advanced levels, based in Ruislip. Contact Tonja Osborn 07766 011036 or email TonjaOsborn@gmail.com dance, gymnastics and Free running By Futunity UK in Uxbridge town centre & Hillingdon sports & leisure centre. Ages 2 - adults catered for and all styles of dance from RAD ballet to Zumba. See website for full class listings.
www.futunityuk.com or contact 01895 251224 admin@futunityuk.com
eastcote exercise classes Metabolic workout class, 45 minute stretch class. Mon, Tues & Sat mornings. Contact Virginia King 01895 232551 virginiaking@vking2468.freeserve.co.uk
Fitness league Tone & Stretch exercises with fun dance routines to music for women of all fitness levels. Tues 7.30-8.30pm at Vyners School, Warren Road, UB10 8AB Call Rosemary 01628 776838 before coming. www.thefitnessleague.com Funky rhythms dance & Fitness Zumba with Brian (07957 343528) Monday 6.30pm - Swakeley's School for girls, Clifton Gardens, Hillingdon Zumba with elli £5 (07833 690153) Tue 8pm - 233 High St, Uxbridge Zumba with Brian Thu 6pm & 7.30pm Watts Hall, Christchurch, Belmont Road, Uxbridge Zumba with sylvia J £5 (07793 769584) 8pm - Minet Junior School, Avondale Drive, Hayes Zumba with elli £5. 8pm Active4less, 233 High Street, Uxbridge Zumba with Brian £5. Sat 11am Swakeley's School for Girls, Clifton Gardens, Hillingdon images school of dance RADA ballet classes every Sat. 07763 850744 info@imagesschoolofdance.co.uk irish dancing classes For children age 5 upwards. Beginners and advanced classes. Monday, 6pm at Hayes Conservative Club, Church Rd. Wednesday, 6pm at Greenford Visitation Catholic church hall. T: 07956 346383 e: Deirdreosullivan@ hotmail.co.uk Jazzercise classes New Denham Community Centre Mon 9.30-10.30am, Tues 6.45-7.45pm. Wed & Fri 10-11am. Denham Village Memorial Hall, Village Road, Denham, Bucks Thurs 6.30-7.30pm Contact: Wendy, Tel: 07803 602142 e: wendy.whitefoord@btinternet.com www.jazzercise.com modern Jive classes Mon 8-11pm, West Drayton Community Centre. Tues & Thurs 8-11pm, Uxbridge Civic Centre. Beginners welcome. Free lifetime membership with this listing. Call Alan: 0208 933 4350 or 07860 250961 www.clubceroc.com email: alanandsue@clubceroc.com continued overleaf...
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oaken Leaves english folk dance club Every Thursday 8.15-10pm, Methodist Church Hall, Ickenham Road, Ruislip. All welcome call Joan 01895 638008. ruislip dramatic Society Meets at South Ruislip Methodist Church. Mon 8pm & Thurs 8.15pm. Call 07854 284508. 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
Showcase amateur dramatics Do you like singing & dancing or maybe some acting? Come along to one of our rehearsals. We are an amateur musical theatre company. Rehearsels every Fri, the Sacred Heart Church Hall, 73 Pembroke Road, Ruislip Manor, 7.30pm-10.30pm. Email: info@ showcasemusicaltheatre.org.uk Suzanne’s School of dance and drama 69 Swakeleys Road, Ickenham UB10 8DQ. Classes from aged 2 yrs to adult. All types of dance - ballet, contemporary, jazz, tap, street and musical theatre, drama, singing. See website 'suzannesdance.co.uk' the pilates club St Giles & The United Reformed Church Halls, Ickenham. Call 07968 920070 or visit www.thepilatesclub.co.uk Yoga Monday nights 6.45 – 8.00pm at Uxbridge & District Conservative Club, Fairfield, 46 Harefield Road, Uxbridge UB8 1PJ. Tel: 01895 233653 Yoga Morning and Evening Hatha Yoga and Pregnancy Yoga classes in Ickenham, 1st Scouts, UB10 8RE. All levels. For further information call Katja on 07951 763851. Zumba Wed 7.15-8.15pm. £5 Curves Uxbridge, Redford Way, Uxb UB8 1SZ Call Liz 07795 512938 marketS... duck pond artisan food & craft market and farmers’ market Artisan Market - on the 3rd Sunday of each month from 10am-3pm,
Farmers’ Market - first Sunday of each month from 10am-2pm. Both at the Great Barn, Ruislip. Free parking, dogs welcome. www.duckpondmarket.co.uk
mad cat crafts Hand painted and decorated objects for the home & garden. Wed to Fri 10am5pm, Sat 10am-4pm, the Great Barn, Ruislip HA4. www.madcatcrafts.co.uk ruislip country market Every Fri 10-11.30am - car park at St Martins Approach, Ruislip. Fruit, veg, eggs, honey, hand made cards & jewellery, cakes, pies & much more... muSic...
the rocking rebels ‘1950s rock n roll’ 1st Friday of every month 7.30-11.30pm, St Marys Church Hall, High Street, Harefield, UB9 6BX. BYO drinks. Call 07951 652083 www.facebook.com/the rockingrebelstherockingrebel@gmail.com capital connection Ladies Singing Meets every Wed evening at South Ruislip Community Centre, Deane Park, Long Dr, HA4 OHS. Call Jean 01895 474877 Visit: www.capitalconnection.org.uk eastcote choral Society Rehearses every Tuesday from 8-10pm at Ruislip Methodist Church, Ickenham Road. All welcome. Call 01895 904556. the Sound crowd Singing at Ruislip Golf Club. Thurs (TT) 7.45-9pm e: thesoundcrowd@gmail.com top Jazz at the fairway Ruislip Golf Centre, Ickenham Rd, West Ruislip. Last Monday of the month. 01895 632394.www.jazzwestlondon.com pre-SchooL & kidS groupS... rickmansworth & Watford Sea cadets Volunteers needed on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 7:15 to 21:30 and recruiting Juniors (ages 10 -12) and cadets (12 - 18) fees £15 per month and plenty of weekends away. Email: corickmansworth@gmail.com tiny talk Signing classes Thursday classes at St Giles Church Hall, 1 High road Ickenham UB10 8LE. 10am, 11.15 am & 1pm price £5 pre-paid per family. Call Bev Meier 01895 824935 or 07818 025993 the Windmill Studio centre, ruislip Hosts a wide selection of classes and activities for all ages.Call 01895 624755, e: thewindmillstudio@gmail.com or visit www.thewindmillstudio.com
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rosemary conley Mon 6-7.15pm Hillside Junior School, Northwood HA6 1RX. Tue 10-11.15am & Wed 7-8.15pm North Harrow Methodist Church, Pinner Road HA2 6EQ. Thurs 5.30-6.30pm Eastcote Methodist Church HA5 2QU. Call Sam 01895 460766 sam.simon@rosemaryconley.com. SociaL groupS...
crosier investment club Learn more about the stock market and to improve personal investment skills. Meets 7.30pm, 3rd Thurs 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 duplicate Bridge Mons & Weds 7.30pm, Thurs 1.15pm. Long Lane Hall, 304 Long Lane, Hillingdon. Call Tony 01895 233853 damsels in Success A group coaching experience for women. Meets at Ruislip Golf Club on the first Wed of the month at 10am. Call Ann to reserve a space 01753 655308 friendly Whist drive Harefield Community Centre, Priory Avenue, Harefield. Every Thursday at 7.30pm. Contact Lyn 01923 820173 ruislip Wi We meet every 1st Thursday of the month at Upper Room, GAA Sports & Social Club, West End Road, South Ruislip from 7.20pm-10pm Contact: Kim Murphy 07989 558925 email ruislipeveningwi@gmail.com ruislip Social club At Ruislip Social Club, Grosvenor Vale, Ruislip HA4 6JQ. Fridays and occasional other nights, live bands & tribute bands for details visit www.tropicatruislip.co.uk Sing and Sign Britain’s favourite Baby Signing Classes from 6 months Wed at Uxbridge Leisure Centre, Fri at The White Bear, Ruislip. FREE TASTERS BOOK NOW contact Cathy 07712 047621 Email: cathyseddigh@singandsign.co.uk uxbridge conservative club Bingo, Carpet Bowls, Table Tennis, Lunches, Quiz & Race Nights etc. at 46 Harefield Road Uxbridge UB8 1PJ Contact Georgina Baile 01895 233653/ 07778 348082 e: udcc@btconnect.com
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Women’s social group Looking to expand your social group and make new friends? We meet regularly for coffee, a chat and organised trips. Please call Seema on 07730 898635 or email seema@seema.co.uk to find out more
Bessingby park Bowls club Every Tues & Thurs, 2-4pm. Call Jack 0208 845 1469.
Bikewise Bike rides set off from 61 Swakeleys Rd. 2nd & 4th Sun every month to various destinations. Call 01895 675376 or Email@bikewisegb.com
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dads army golf society Tuesdays & Thursdays at Ruislip Golf Club. For details call Sid 01895 631489
Badminton club At St Pauls Church Hall, Tiverton Road, Ruislip Manor. Every Wed at 8pm and 10pm. Call Tony or Ann 01895 472578
new ladies netball team Training Wed 7.30-8.30pm (TT) Ryefield Primary School, Ryefield Avenue, Hillingdon. glebenetballclub@yahoo.com
Badminton club Requires additional players of average standard! Every Tuesday evening 7.45 to 9.45 at Vyners School, Ickenham. Email John: turksclub@hotmail.co.uk
swakeleys tennis club Adult Social Tennis Club in Ickenham. Would suit people returning to tennis after a break. Four days a week all year. Contact Pam 01895 677149
or Ed 01895 635568 www.swakeleystennis.co.uk
uxbridge squash club All squash players welcome. Uxbridge Cricket Club, Park road, Uxbridge www.uxbridgesquash.org.uk or email squash@uxbridgesquash.org.uk Tel: 01895 237571
Whatever your thing we’re sure to have a club or event listed to suit you and your family!
Since the end of December 2013 the RSPCA Middlesex North West Branch has been helping gradually reduce the numbers of cats in an over populated household. This unfortunately changed very quickly at the end of March when the owner of the cats died suddenly, thus making the collection and rehoming of the cats much more urgent. Over the last 3 months in total we have rescued 73 cats from this single household All of the cats have now been neutered, health checked, vaccinated, micro chipped and treated for any minor medical problems they may have had and all are now ready to start finding loving new homes. Despite there being so many cats in one household m any of t hem hav e prov ed t o be absolutely gorgeous cats with great personalities. Yes some are obviously a little nervous, but others are very friendly and affectionate. All the cats we have so far placed in foster homes and indeed those that have gone to permanent homes have really flourished and their true personalities are finally starting to shine through. Some like Pelizzoni have even discovered the joys of playing Crazy Cats on an iPad. If you think you could offer a home to one or more of these cats then please get in touch. For more information about any of these cats please contact the Branch on 020 8966 9688 or by email at info@rspcamiddlesex.org.uk or visit our website at: www.rspcamiddlesex.org.uk
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A humorous and poignant re-telling of the Brothers Grimm tale that will entertain and delight family audiences, especially created for 4-8 year olds and their families. Runs for 50 minutes with no interval. London Borough of Hillingdon presents
HJo and HYBB presents
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Join Hillingdon Jazz Orchestra and Hillingdon Youth Big Band as they combine forces for an evening of swinging big band jazz.This promises to be fun evening of music for the whole family.
London Borough of Hillingdon presents
Fiddler On The Roof (PG) Tues 13 May, 2pm
Filled with joy, laughter, love and life. In the picturesque Ukranian village of Anatevha lives Tevye, an impoverished milkman with five unmarried daughters and a sharp-tongued wife to support.
Thurs 29 May, 10am & 1pm
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ruislip Dramatic Society presents
Rumours
Wed 14 - Sat 17 May, 7.45pm A riotous British version of a hilarious Neil Simon comedy. When party guests arrive to find their host, a prominent Government official with a bullet wound every effort must be made to spare all from scandal! argosy Players presents
Improbable Fiction
Wed 21 - Sat 24 May, 7.30pm (+ 2.30pm Sat) In this hilarious Ayckbourn play six aspiring authors meet on a winters evening to discuss
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Holiday activities for 5 to 11 year olds. Explore the characters and tales of the Brothers Grimm whilst learning some song and dance routines or creating your own crafty item, in this holiday workshops for children aged 5 to 11. Workshops last 2 hours and run at both 10am and 1pm.
London Borough of Hillingdon presents
It'll All Be Over By Christmas
Sat 31 May, 3pm
An afternoon of literary and musical memories, commemorating the sacrifices made in the first World War, including the songs, poems and refreshments that kept spirits high at the lowest of times.
CoMPaSS THeaTre Glebe avenue, Ickenham, UB10 8PD. Tel: 079 302 68686 HILLINGDoN Box offICe: 01895 673200
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