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Property News 10 Wordsearch 10 Who Put the Chocolate in Easter Eggs? 12 Karen Munro: Careers 14 Short Story: The Stakeout 16 RSPCA Rehoming Appeal 18 The Golden Years: Memories of 50 years ago 20 Children’s Puzzle Page 22 Zoe Hart 24 Infant Matters 26 April Special: The Grass is Greener 28 Coffee Break Puzzles 30 Local Events 32 Beauty: Spring into Summer 34 Motoring: 4 x 4s 36 Reader Holidays 38 Pets: Cat Behaviour 40 Hobbies: Time to get that Strictly Sparkle 42 Breakthrough for Sciatica Sufferers 44 Property Matters 44 Around Britain: Lakes & Waterways 46 Puzzle Solutions 49 Interiors: Charming Country Style 50 Citizens Advice Bureau 52 Useful Telephone Numbers 52 Technology: Gadgets for Green Fingers 54 Health: Put a Spring in Your Step 56 Finance: Challenger Banks 58 Wildlife Zone 62 Denham Against HS2 64 Garden Feature 66 Clubs, Groups & Classes 68, 70 & 72 Local Events 74

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Who put the Chocolate in Easter Eggs?

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to this chocolate was enjoyed as a drink). But the chocolate couldn’t be moulded and early eggs were solid. Chocolate eggs didn’t truly gain in popularity until Cadbury entered the market in 1875. Their early eggs were made from dark chocolate with a plain, smooth surface. Filled with dragees (small, hard sweets), they were decorated with chocolate piping and marzipan flowers. The range gradually increased until in 1893 Cadbury was producing 19 different lines, but it wasn’t until 1905 when the company introduced Cadbury Dairy Milk that the sales of Easter eggs really received a boost. All-chocolate eggs did not immediately replace the novelty eggs of the Victorian era, however, and Cadbury continued to produce a fancy cardboard egg filled with chocolates until the early 1930s. The first crème eggs appeared in 1923 as a forerunner to the Cadbury Creme Egg, launched in 1971. An instant hit, it has now become Cadbury’s most popular egg, with over 500 million being made every year, though shell eggs still form the largest sector of the Easter egg market. So, we have Cadbury to thank for our modern day Easter egg, and in particular their invention of Dairy Milk. How ironic, then, that this year they should recently decide to replace the nation’s favourite chocolate on their most popular egg with an alternative! Will Easter ever be the same again?

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Karen Munro - Career Coach www.munrocareers.co.uk #@munrocareers www.facebook.com/munrocareers Karen is a professional Career Coach providing individual support in all aspects of Career Development including effective CV Coaching, Interview Skills and Networking Techniques. A member of the Career Development Institute and registered with the Careers Professional Alliance, a qualified Careers Practitioner and Trainer, she works with both private and business clients around London and the South East.

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Karen also facilitates workshops and offers individual coaching to Military Personnel leaving the Armed Forces at RAF Northolt and works as an Associate Career Coach and Trainer for both Right Management and SMP Solutions. Writing for a number of career focused and military resettlement magazines she regularly contributes to ‘In and Around’ every month sharing her practical experience with her local community.

THROWING out our old and unwanted items, painting and redecorating in brighter and lighter colours. It’s time to shake away the winter, open up all the windows and let the sunshine in. It’s time to make changes. Change is a constant. It’s happening all around us. Change it good. However, sometimes changes happen in our lives that are unwanted and unexpected. Losing your job or being made redundant is a major change. It’s up there with the stress of moving house, getting married, getting divorced and bereavement. In fact losing your job is very similar to bereavement. The five stages of Change... SHOCK! Initially, there is the shock of it happening. Just as with bereavement, sometimes it can be very hard for the news to sink in. In order to move forward it’s so important to try to accept what has happened. You cannot change the situation, so you must accept it and move forward. You need to plan your next career move. DENIAL This is a common feeling when someone loses their job or is made redundant. You want to carry on as normal and maybe things will just sort themselves out. The danger here is you stay in ‘denial’ nothing ever happens. You may feel ‘safe’ in this stage – nothing is happening – but in order to get another job or career you have to let go of this one. After all it let go of you! ANGER You will feel angry. It’s normal. You may feel rejected and unwanted, cast aside. You may take it very personally and feel anger and resentment with the organisation or individuals you worked for. But remember, this anger is not productive and will keep you focussed in the past. You need to start thinking about your future. DOUBT You will worry about what may happen to you. How will you find another job? Where will you work? What are your transferrable skills? Can you try something new? This could be an ideal time to have a few sessions with a Career Coach, to help you identify and answer these questions. ACCEPTANCE Well done! You are moving forward – you are on your way. You need to start putting together an action plan and work towards your goals. Be in control of your future – don’t let it be in control of you. 14

Change is normal and every one of us will go through all of these stages at some point in our careers and in our lives. It’s important to recognise them and accept them. It’s more important to remember to keep moving forward. Make sure your taking steps in the right direction - no matter how small the steps are – keep going. Spring is also a time to embrace positive change in your career choices. You may feel it is time to stop rolling along in the same career and routine. However, it is often difficult to know what lies ahead and it can generate a credible fear of the unknown and cause us to refuse to change at all. We may rely on others to help us and tell us what to do. When coaching a client through career change one of the most important messages to relay is that change comes from within. It is never about telling someone what to do, what is right for them, or how they need to change. It has to come from them. A good career coach will guide and help you find the answers you need yourself. They will empower you to recognise what is important to you, what your values and strengths are and help you identify what change you want make no matter how big or small. So, remember, Spring is here and it can be a great catalyst for change. “Find a job you love and you will never work again.” Churchill

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Short Story  The Stakeout Maurice poured another cup of strong coffee and stretched out his stiff legs. This was his first stakeout and while there had been no activity in the cul-de-sac for an hour he suspected things could change quickly. All the residents were now present and correct. The Caffertys, at number 2, had drawn their lounge curtains. The family at number 4 had finally managed to get their kids in bed. The Mordells at number 6 were in their kitchen washing up after dinner. Maurice took the last bite of the sandwich Q had delivered as he settled down in shadows of the porch here at number 8. By his side was a camera and a walkie-talkie. House number 10 was the main focus of his investigation. Jeff had moved in four weeks ago. Tall, receding, he kept himself to himself. His lawn was mowed and his flowerbeds weeded, but it was four weeks ago when the trouble began and Maurice didn’t believe in coincidences. Every driveway had a dustbin standing like a sentinel for the morning refuse collection. Every driveway, that is, except number 10. Kevin Mordell appeared at his front door pulling on his coat. The Mordells’ dog, Boris, part Chihuahua, part hot dog sausage, scurried outside. Maurice made a note in his book. Kevin Mordell, lazy dog walker, secret smoker, allowed the dog to run over everyone’s 16

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by Jackie Brewster lawn while he enjoyed his one cigarette of the evening. The dog scampered up to Maurice and sniffed around at the empty sandwich wrapper.

“Shoo Boris!” Maurice whispered urgently. The last thing he needed was to have his cover blown. Boris, a nervous dog, was quick to scurry away. Kevin whistled and disappeared with Boris back into the house. Maurice sighed with relief, checked the time, and noted it in his book.

Mrs Cafferty rubbed her eyes.

The fluorescent light in the garage at number 10 flickered on. Something was happening. Maurice studied Jeff as he pulled up his garage door and with a sound like thunder wheeled his dustbin to the end of his drive. This is it thought Maurice. He reached for his camera. In his hurry the lens cap dropped to the tarmac with a loud click. Jeff paused and peered into the darkness. Maurice held his breath.

He picked up his walkie-talkie. “Q do you copy..?” There was nothing but crackle on the other end.

Out of the corner of his eye a shadowy figure hurried onto the pavement, lifted the lid of the Mordells’ dustbin and tried to cram a huge black bin liner inside. ‘Got you!’ Maurice thought. He pointed the camera and fired off the flash. Mrs Cafferty was caught in the blinding light. “Put your rubbish in your own bin”, Maurice barked.

“Mine’s full”, she called guiltily, “what’s the harm?” “They won’t take it if the lid won’t close”, Maurice called back. Mrs Cafferty sighed, pulled out the bag and dragged it back up her drive. Maurice shook his head, it’s always the ones you least expect.

The front door behind him opened. “What now Maurice?” His wife, Queenie, stood there in her dressing gown. “I said not to bother me when I’m watching my programme”. “I’ve caught the culprit, red handed”. “I hope you’re proud”, Queenie grumbled, “now get inside, you’re letting all the cold air in”. She spotted Jeff who was still stood by his dustbin. “Welcome to the street!” she called. He nodded and backed slowly up his drive.

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Golden Years Memories of 50 Years Ago by Ted Bruning Vampire was the world’s first single-engined jet fighter, the first jet to cross the Atlantic (in July 1948), and the first jet to take off from an aircraft carrier (oh, and to land on one); and in March 1948 it set the world altitude record of 59,446ft. (A few years later a Lightning climbed to 87,300ft!) These achievements were only accomplished on the back of other, less high-profile, advances in fields such as engine technology (English Electric experimented with a rocket-propelled version of the Lightning in the 1950s), avionics, weapons design, navigational radar, and air-to-air refuelling. Even the ejector seat was a British invention. TSR2 was to be the superplane that capped all these triumphs. A Mach 2 all-weather ultra low-level nuclear-capable twoseater penetration bomber and a hyper sophisticated high-level electronic reconnaissance spy-plane, packed with the latest avionics, it was reckoned capable of replacing every strike aircraft the RAF possessed, even the Vbombers. But TSR2’s development

costs overran horrendously; the Navy didn’t want it because it wouldn’t fly off a carrier; constant additions to the original specification handicapped its performance; and its handful of test-flights between September 1964 and March 1965 revealed a host of teething troubles that would be expensive to fix. While in opposition Labour had slated TSR2’s expense; within six months of coming to power they scrapped it. Having promised us the white heat of the technological revolution, Harold Wilson took quite a beating over the failure of TSR2. But he had maths on his side: TSR2 would have cost £16 million per plane and because American planes were built in far greater numbers and were therefore much cheaper, there was no chance of significant export sales. Scrapping it was the right decision. But that announcement in the Commons, mid-afternoon on 6th April 1965, proved the graveside prayer for an independent British military aviation industry. Since then every new RAF combat aircraft – the Jaguar, the Tornado, the Typhoon – has been a multinational effort; only the (comparatively) low-tech Hawk Trainer has been an all-British success story.

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On 24th April 1965, 2,000 people gathered at

Malham, Yorkshire, for the official opening of the final section of the Pennine Way footpath by the journalist , rambler, and visionary Tom Stephenson. Inspired by the creation of the Appalachian Way and by the 1932 Kinder Scout Mass Trespass, Stephenson founded the Pennine Way Association in 1938. The 286-mile footpath runs between Edale, Derbyshire, and Kirk Yetholm on the Scottish border. 20

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Age appropriate music Every parents mineﬁeld? Not any more! ZOE HART an international club DJ since 1999, turned Childrens Entertainer in 2012. She is also a qualified yoga teacher and EI and mindfulness practitioner.

Hi, I’m Zoe and I run a local children’s disco service.

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In todays world we are constantly bombarded with information and not enough time to absorb and filter it for our children, so I thought I’d help a little, at least in the area that I’m good at. Music!

Her company ‘Hart Entertainments’ provides quality conscious discos for children of all ages in the Bucks, Middlesex and West London areas.

Each month I’ll review a selection of the top 40 hits, detailing the artists and the tracks that have caught mine and the kids attention.

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YEARS AND YEARS – King

I DON’T MIND – Usher

Lovely tune, really dancey. There’s nothing in the lyrics that the kids can’t hear, but the YouTube video has quite a AGE AGE drugy image. 5-7 16+

HEARTBEAT SONG - Kelly Clarkson A really lovely song, upbeat and positive. The video is beautiful too, all the joys of innocent love and relationships. Great for teenagers who think it’ll never happen for AGE them! 0+

HOLD BACK THE RIVER - James Bay Great track from this 24 year old from Hertfordshire. Add it to your in-car journey playlist and keep your eye on this fabulous AGE young UK talent. 0+

This month’s favourite DOING IT – Charlie XCX featuring Rita Ora Surprise favorite this month from this amazing young lady from Cambridge. With support from her parents since age 14, hers is an inspiring story for any aspiring female vocalist. This track I originally thought was about having sex, but it transpires it’s about two girlfriends getting together and having the best fun ever. AGE Video not age appropriate though (16+).

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Another sensational track from Usher. NOT! I quite like the tune, but then the rude words kick in and it’s all very clear what it’s about. (His girlfriend is an exotic dancer, which he doesn’t mind about, just as long as he gets to call her his b**ch!) I mean really, who wants to be AGE called that as a term of endearment?

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LAY ME DOWN – Sam Smith featuring John Legend Beautiful song, sung very soulfully. It’s promoting gay rights marriage, you wouldn’t know that listening to it, it was only because I read Sam Smiths YouTube post that I do know. Nothing AGE inappropriate in the words or the video.

G.D.F.R. Flo Rida featuring Sage the Gemini Not a bad tune, awful lyrics don’t even make sense! They’re objectifying women whatever they’re saying.

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If you want a track reviewed, I do take requests. Just email me at zoe@zoehart.co.uk.

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Home & Interiors Denham Village Infant School was established in 1878 and is situated in the peaceful and picturesque village of Old Denham.

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We aim to provide a traditional ethos coupled with the highest Katherine Sorrell educational standards.

farmhouse practicality, cottage cosiness and country-house comfort, where furniture, fabrics and accessories of all sorts are completely informal, yet somehow seem to work wonderfully together.

and complement them with a large, open dresser. And some distressed paintwork here and there only enhances the overall effect.

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When choosing fabrics, for curtains, cushions, upholstery, bed linen and so on,are don’t go overboard on I am concerned that we are getting something wrong these days. We Overall, choose either an informal worshipping talent and forgetting the actual evidence of what leads to co-ordination: great performance by a child or adult, at almost any activity. off-white or pastel mix of gently worn patterns a gives If we accept the idea that it is talent thatwalls, leads or to perhaps great performance, it is a lovely effect. Texture wallpaper, is as only a short journey from there to believingblock-printed that some people are destined for important as pattern, latter featuring opt for a combination that greatness and the rest are just doomed tothe mediocrity. How often do weso hear trailing florals people say “I am just no good with numbers!”delicate, In football – David Beckhamcould was include florals, tweed, or something more bold stripes, polka dots, said to have – “a great right foot!” What catastrophic nonsense that is, hisginghams, right and blowsy. Tactile, paisley, tapestry, embroidery foot contains the same muscles, bones and ligaments as his left. It is his elastic natural floorteaching. coverings and textured plains such brain that he changed by hard work, practice and great such as sisal, jute or as linen, wool, velvet or To accept that talent is the key determinant for success is also disasterous for coir have the right kind mohair. For a hand-made, schools. Cosy, comfortable and of honest and hardvintage feel, include some It means that the talented child becomes fixed inlooks, their while thinking and knitting then or crochet, too. In working good oh-so pretty, country style becomes risk averse. Nothing must happen that challenges the notion thatstyle, they window treatments rugs are warm and practical, are tasks must be found that will confirm this ‘God given’should fact. be understated hassuper-talented, eternal appeal. Think be they oriental, Indian, Research has found that many young boys who manage enter the football Middle Eastern, rag,toflat– perhaps a Roman blind roses winding around academies of premier leaguethe clubs woven then start coasting – and drop out.with Theya decorative trim, or a or needlework. If they believed own propaganda were just atoo talented to fail. porch, their crackling log fires,– theyare even little threadbare, pair of full-length, gathered On the other in end of the spectrum can learn quickly that they are don’t worry too very much. curtains and a simple pelmet. chickens the yard and children untalented and that they might as well give up now! As for upholstery, ensure it is keep an eye a Victoria sponge cooling With furniture, and comfortable, We need a different emphasis. A growth mind and set –proportion. that understandswell-stuffed that on balance fabric that is warm human beings have an incredible capacity for change and development.employing The on the range cooker. As You can put all kinds of key determinant for success is practice, reasonable resources and and greatwelcoming. Piping looks interiors expert Katherine styles together if you keep teaching. An average sample of people were asked to hear 12 numberssmart then and traditional, but the an eye on their size and frilled edging can repeat them back,who backwards. in the lowest quartile were able to occasional recall Sorrell says, could Thosescale. It might be a Georgian, bethe delightful. Complete the 3 or 4; these were the least ‘talented’. After 6 weeks of constant practice Victorian or early 20th century resist? median score was 60 numbers – on a par with the most ‘talented’ group.effect It is with piles of throws, piece, antique, junk-shop, practice and hard work! Do you dream of escaping hand-me-down or homethe rat racenews for a for rural idyll? and made, This is great education the importance of schools but it should neverand lookteachers/ Moving to the country may teaching. overtly modern and always be bedon’t a fantasy for many us,hard work sturdy, and So emphasise talentofover andsimple practice; it’sgenerously the other way around but understand even if youwhy can’t actually sized. Squashy sofas, and schools like mine emphasise effort and commitment. make the move, you can generous armchairs, plain kind of genetic freak but because of Beckham could bend it like he did not because he was some evoke a charming country wooden chairs, benches andyear. There is very little that most practicing his craft for 5 hours a day, year after style in your home – wherever stools, and the occasional people cannot learn. it may be. The aim is to wirework or Lloyd Loom piece create a look that appears to are all key. Add dining chairs have evolved naturally over Nickwith Andrews ladder |orHeadteacher spindle backs,| Denham Village Infant School time. It’s a combination of plus a scrubbed-pine table, Mobile 07583 550676 | www.denhamvillageinfant.co.uk 26

blankets and cushions of all shapes and sizes. Lighting can make or break a room, and it’s worth remembering that a single central pendant is rarely the best option. To provide more variety and flexibility, add table and floor lamps to brighten corners and illuminate work areas: wrought iron, brass, turnedwood, frilly-edged glass, plaster or ceramic bases, with understated fabric or card shades, are all great choices. A few candles dotted here and there and, of course, the appealing flicker of a real fire, will really enhance the atmosphere. As for accessories, any number of extra touches will transform your home into a special country retreat. For walls, it might be watercolour landscapes or botanical

prints, needlepoint or crossstitch samplers or woodblock illustrations; silverframed family photographs might spread across shelves and mantelpieces. Wicker baskets and wooden boxes make goodlooking storage solutions, while it goes without saying that chintz, blue-and-white or spongeware crockery is just the thing for displaying on the dresser. You could make a display from cooking equipment such as jelly moulds or copper pans, or collections of natural items such as pebbles or pine cones. To finish the whole look off, arrange masses of fresh flowers in informal containers – jam jars, mugs or enamel pitchers, perhaps – to give a fresh scent of the country, whatever your location.

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 The Grass  Is Greener...   Or Is It? By Annie Wilson You don’t need to be a weatherman (or woman) to know that the UK isn’t blessed with the most desirable of climates. Our weather is unreliable and generally takes the middle ground in terms of heat, cold, sun, cloud, rain and snow. There’s not enough of any to be worthy of note, except on the odd few days when it veers to an extreme - so unusual it makes headline news. Still, every cloud has a silver lining…literally! This temperate climate means we can have gorgeous gardens during the summer without having the worry of hosepipe bans and scorching heatwaves. For most, the cornerstone of outdoor living is the lawn – the canvas for horticultural artistry. Even if you aren’t green fingered, it is likely that more of your garden will be given over to lawn than any other single feature. Unfortunately, if your grass looks more grazing meadow than bowling green, a beautiful space will elude you until it’s sorted. But where do you start, and what do you need?

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Do you have a problem with any particular types of weeds and pests. Are there any bare patches and what’s causing them (e.g. pets)? Is the lawn type suitable for purpose – the finest blades aren’t going to stand up to footie with the kids.

Equipment

If your lawnmower hasn’t had any maintenance in years, the blades are blunt, and the blade height is difficult to adjust, you need to choose between a service or a new model. But lawns also need scarification (removing moss and other debris) and aeration (small holes in the ground to allow air, water and nutrients to circulate) and both of these require specific tools.

Products

Plenty of water of course, but no garden reaches its full potential without products to feed the growth and kill the weeds. These are relatively inexpensive and can be purchased at most DIY stores and garden centres. However, if you don’t know what you are doing, you can waste money or worse do damage; many a garden has been scorched by an over enthusiastic application of fertilizer.

Time

Oh yes, that elusive element, lack of which is the enemy of any outdoor plans. If you can’t be consistent with your maintenance, it’s hardly worth starting. It’s all very well being enthusiastic in March and April, but if you’ve lost interest by July, both time and money will be wasted.

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Feeling enthused? Or overwhelmed and resigned to golden yellow thatch instead of a glorious green sward? It is possible with research, time, dedication and money to achieve great results taking the DIY route. But in reality it’s a job many just don’t enjoy doing and consequently the professional lawn treatment market has rocketed over the last few years. Most people do still like to mow their own lawns (although many even outsource that these days), but buying and storing expensive equipment and carrying out lawn work, is a job better left to those that do it all the time . With treatments starting at from around £15 a visit (4 - 6 visits a year), you could spend more on the fuel taking you to and from the garden centre.

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When Bertram Thomas Smith started growing in his two small green houses back in 1931, he would never have believed that over eight decades later, a Café would be named in his honour. Bertram’s Café is now a well-established and much loved eatery amongst it’s regulars. But to others, it’s an unknown and hidden gem!

On Sundays the roast is “Legendary” said one fan recently. “We come here often as the

food is amazing and such good value”. It’s no surprise really as the Sunday Lunch Carvery at Bertram’s offers a choice of two fresh joints of meat, freshly cooked vegetables and roast potatoes, all made in house. Bertram’s Big Breakfast is also a favourite with regulars and is available all day. Or for those who might want a ‘proper drink’, Bertram’s is also licensed so you can enjoy a glass of wine or beer with your meal.

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Popular for those small celebrations is the ‘Afternoon Tea’ Menu, a delight of freshly made sandwiches, cakes, pastries and lots of tea!

Open from 8am weekdays, with free wifi and free parking, Bertram’s is the ideal place for a meeting too. You can reserve a table and even enjoy a ‘Breakfast Platter’ of fresh pastries for your group, just call to book.

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APRIL EVENTS Easter Egg Hunt 3rd, 4th & 6th April (closed Easter Sunday) Smiths Nurseries Ltd, 95 Oxford Road, New Denham, UB9 4DE. Free Easter Egg hunt for children, over the Easter weekend. Find all the hidden eggs around the store and win a mini egg. All entries will then be entered into a grand draw for a Fabulous Easter Basket prize worth over £20. For full details see www.smiths-nurseries.co.uk.

Denham Bowls Club Open Day 11th April, 10am-3pm Denham Way, (off Old Mill Road), Denham, UB9 4ED. Everyone of any age is welcome to come along to Denham Lawn Bowls Club to have a look around and have some free coaching. All equipment will be supplied, just wear flat shoes. Tea/Coffee available + bar opens at Midday. Whether you wish to bowl for fun or in competition our members will welcome you for more info contact Jennifer Johns 01895 833845.

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Ruislip & Northwood Flower Arrangement Society AGM 7th April, 7pm for 7.30pm Northwood & Pinner Liberal Synagogue, Oaklands Gate, Northwood, HA6 3AA. No entry charge, refreshments available with a talk to follow. HUBB Business Breakfast Event 9th April, 8am-9am Bay Lodge, 36 Harefield Road, Uxbridge, UB8 1PH. Networking with local professionals and in partnership with the Hillingdon Chamber of Commerce. ‘10 Steps to Better B2B Digital Marketing’ Presentation by guest speaker Elizabeth Malone-Johnstone from Digitise. Coffee & pastries. For details email: helen.thompson@ wardwilliams.co.uk. FREE Meditation Event 11th April, 2.30pm-5pm Ickenham Village Hall, 33 Swakeleys Road, UB10 8DG. FREE event but booking is required. Call 07970 147967 / 0208 574 3699 or visit www.brahmakumaris.org/uk

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Security Bike Marking 11th April Bikewise, Ickenham. Please check before the date if you are considering bringing your bike along as the service is provided by your local PCSO's.

The Inlands Waterways Association 14th April, 7.30pm Hillingdon Canal Club (HCC), Waterloo Road, Uxbridge, UB8 2QX. (opposite the General Elliott pub) Speaker Richard Thomas on ‘The Panama Canal’. For details please email Lucy Smith on middlesex. socials@waterways.org.uk. Butterflies Indulgence Evening in aid of "The Little Princess Trust" 16th April, 7pm-10pm The Village Hall, Ickenham, UB10 8DG. Treat yourself to some ‘you’ time. Various treatments, Aromatherapy, Reflexology, Indian head massage, Reiki and many more. £10 a 30 minute treatment and Workshops £3 each. To book or need more detail call Vera on 01895 635224. Harefield Amateur Dramatic Society present Bedroom Farce 16-18th April, 7.30pm for 8pm St Marys Church Hall High Street, Harefield, UB9 6BX The classic comedy by Alan Ayckbourn takes place in three bedrooms during one night and the following morning revolves around four married couples. At the beginning of the play, the oldest couple are getting ready to

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go out for a meal to celebrate their wedding anniversary; the youngest couple are about to host a housewarming party, to which the other two couples have been invited. All three preparation are doomed to disaster, by the martial problems of Trevor and Susannah who descend on each couple in turn, leaving chaos in their wake. For tickets contact 01895 253346 or email: janscurr@hotmail.com. Tickets cost £9.50 with concessions on Thurs evening only £7.50. Stamp Fair 18th April, 10am-4.30pm The Ruislip Methodist Church Hall, Ickenham Road, HA4 7DQ. We have been in existence for 34 years! Other dates available when required. Beginners of any age most welcome! For further details call 01895 637283.

FREE Family Fun Day 26th April, 2pm-4pm St Leonards Hall, Richings Park, Bucks., SL0 9DD. Hart Entertainments presents a FREE family games event - Bring out the Dads! This fun family games event lasts 2 hours provides a 5 section 'wave of games' flow: 1) Welcome warm up, getting to know each other. 2) Energy busters. 3) Team games. 4) Equipment games. 5) Relaxation, Chillout. Free for all the family, booking is recommended. For more details and to book call 07747 063149 or visit www.zoehart.co.uk.

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Ah spring… time to scrabble in the loft for skirts and sleeveless dresses, pack the winter woollies away and maybe even hit the shops to see what new trends will tempt us. And, of course, it’s not just clothes that change with the seasons. Make-up follows its own fashions and this year there are a few surprises in store. The lightly bronzed skin and pearly pale eyeshadow that we’ve come to expect from spring/summer are making an appearance again, but we’re also seeing bright red lips, black eyeliner and splashes of bold colour.

angerine is a key colour for spring this year. It can be surprisingly wearable if you stick to just a splash. Think a tangerine clutch, necklace or nail varnish. Not convinced? Apricot is a good alternative. We particularly love the new Colour Crush Nail Varnish in Apricot Kiss, by The Body Shop. It’s quick drying and a steal at £5.

f you haven’t already booked yourself in for a post-winter facial, now’s the time to do so. Cold winds and air conditioning are not the best combination for great looking skin. A facial can help to give you your ‘glow’ back. Keep the good work up at home, with an all over exfoliation and moisture boost. Think scrubs, oils and nourishing masks. And we mean all over. It’s easy to neglect our hands, lips and feet, so do give them the attention they deserve. Try the Mini Pamper Kit by Olivier Bonas, with its shea butter enriched hand cream and lip balm. £15 from www. oliverbonas.com

h the joy of opening a pristine new eyeshadow palette. The Urban Decay Naked 3 Palette was on many a girl’s Christmas wish list last year, but it pretty much caused a stampede when it was launched and was out of stock in no time. And for good reason. Urban Decay just

know how to do palettes. They combine colours that really work together and (unlike cheaper alternatives) stay put from morning ‘til night. The latest offering features an array of neutral colours that work on most skin-tones, from shimmering baby pink to smokey-eye essentials. Thankfully, the frenzy has now died down, and you can pick up your new palette from House of Fraser for £38.

frequently we use a perfume, the less we can detect it. Spring is the perfect time to treat yourself to a new fragrance; while we crave warm, sensual fragrances in winter, the new season demands a lighter, fresher scent. The newly released Guerlain La Petite Robe is a good contender, as it teams rose with the freshness of bergamot and just a hint of raspberry. However, if you’re looking for a real show-stopper, that’s unashamedly feminine, you can’t beat Lancome La Vie Est Belle. Iris, jasmine, orange blossom and patchouli combine to create a fragrance that will get heads turning. From £45 at Debenhams.

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The extent of your off-roading might simply be bumping up the kerb outside school, but it’s always nice to know the car of your choice can handle the rough stuff should you ever need it to. Here we’ve listed our favourite off-roaders. They’re all fully equipped to take you off the beaten track should you want them to, but are just as prepared when it comes to getting your family home safely on icy roads.

Honda CR-V

The Honda CR-V makes a great case for family buyers – and it’s just as capable of hitting the road less travelled. Stylish looks and new efficient diesel engines, capable of up to 62.8mpg, make this 4x4 extremely appealing. Combine that with masses of boot space, folding rear seats for extra flexibility and extensive safety features, and it’s ideal for a growing family.

Volvo XC90

New to the market in 2014, the Volvo XC90 has already made a massive impression. A striking and stylish car to make any Range Rover driver think twice, it’s packed with Volvo’s latest safety and crash-prevention technology. Space is generous inside, with seats that can fold in various formations to suit your needs. It doesn’t come cheap though!

Mini Countryman

If you want quirky styling but aren’t looking for a huge SUV, look no further than the Mini Countryman. It offers five seats, five doors and enough space to swing a very small cat. It might not be the most practical car for five adults but you’ll fit in, while all-wheel drive means you can take this Mini off-road where it’s surprisingly capable.

Suzuki Grand Vitara

The Suzuki Grand Vitara will please those buyers looking for value for money and practicality. It’s cheaper than most of its rivals and this year’s model will be available from £14,000. For their money, owners get loads of interior space, plus a decent level of safety and tech kit. It’s rugged and performs well off road, but those considering it should opt for the more economical diesel engine.

Kia Sportage

The Kia Sportage might not offer top-level quality, but it’s still spacious and comfortable enough for driving everyday. Running costs are extremely reasonable and those opting for the 1.7-litre diesel engine will be able to achieve a reasonable 54.3mpg. Kia’s seven-year warranty makes this car, with prices starting from £17,500, even more appealing. 36

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By Kate McLelland

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and joy is a tempting one. Another growing trend is owning a classic car or track day car that is only used occasionally. Such vehicles really do need to be kept in a garage. If the garage happens to be half a mile away, that isn’t a problem – the owner can drive there in their everyday car. For those looking to make a modest investment in commercial property, a lock up garage makes a lot of sense. The rental income from a single garage is typically £7080 per month. If you paid £15,000 for the property, that would mean a yield of between 5.6 and 6.4%, not bad for a property that requires virtually no maintenance and is not subject to any regulation. Increasingly, lock ups are being demol ished for use as building land. Now is a good time to buy. 

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 Charming Country Style By Katherine Sorrell farmhouse practicality, cottage cosiness and country-house comfort, where furniture, fabrics and accessories of all sorts are completely informal, yet somehow seem to work wonderfully together.

Cosy, comfortable and oh-so pretty, country style has eternal appeal. Think roses winding around the porch, crackling log fires, chickens in the yard and a Victoria sponge cooling on the range cooker. As interiors expert Katherine Sorrell says, who could resist? Do you dream of escaping the rat race for a rural idyll? Moving to the country may be a fantasy for many of us, but even if you can’t actually make the move, you can evoke a charming country style in your home – wherever it may be. The aim is to create a look that appears to have evolved naturally over time. It’s a combination of 50

Overall, choose either off-white or pastel walls, or perhaps a block-printed wallpaper, the latter featuring delicate, trailing florals or something more bold and blowsy. Tactile, natural floor coverings such as sisal, jute or coir have the right kind of honest and hardworking good looks, while rugs are warm and practical, be they oriental, Indian, Middle Eastern, rag, flatwoven or needlework. If they are even a little threadbare, don’t worry too much. With furniture, keep an eye on balance and proportion. You can put all kinds of styles together if you keep an eye on their size and scale. It might be a Georgian, Victorian or early 20th century piece, antique, junk-shop, hand-me-down or homemade, but it should never look overtly modern and always be sturdy, simple and generously sized. Squashy sofas, generous armchairs, plain wooden chairs, benches and stools, and the occasional wirework or Lloyd Loom piece are all key. Add dining chairs with ladder or spindle backs, plus a scrubbed-pine table,

and complement them with a large, open dresser. And some distressed paintwork here and there only enhances the overall effect. When choosing fabrics, for curtains, cushions, upholstery, bed linen and so on, don’t go overboard on co-ordination: an informal mix of gently worn patterns gives a lovely effect. Texture is as important as pattern, so opt for a combination that could include florals, tweed, ginghams, stripes, polka dots, paisley, tapestry, embroidery and textured plains such as linen, wool, velvet or mohair. For a hand-made, vintage feel, include some knitting or crochet, too. In style, window treatments should be understated – perhaps a Roman blind with a decorative trim, or a pair of full-length, gathered curtains and a simple pelmet. As for upholstery, ensure it is well-stuffed and comfortable, employing fabric that is warm and welcoming. Piping looks smart and traditional, but the occasional frilled edging can be delightful. Complete the effect with piles of throws,

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Gadgets for Green Fingers   While few of us are likely to spend nearly £900 on Flymo’s latest robot lawnmower, let alone £2,500 for a high-end robot mower, there are lots of garden gadgets that can make life easier and more fun. One of the most useful developments is the arrival of cordless tools ranging from lawnmowers to electric chainsaws. Battery technology has improved dramatically in a very short time, so it’s possible to get tools such as Black & Decker’s 36V cordless strimmer that can cut up to 3,750 metres on a single charge. Just remember to charge them up before you use them, as recharging flat batteries can take a while. If you fancy something a bit less high tech, Japanese horihori knives might be right up your street: the name means “digging digging” and a horihori knife’s straight sharp blade makes it perfect for everything from planting to cutting roots. They can be a little tricky to find, but eBay is always a good source of such tools. Another great tool is the Woodman’s Pal. It’s a little pricey - expect to pay £50 upwards - but it’s really clever and really useful. The Pal was 54

originally designed for the US Army in the early 1940s and it’s a cross between an axe and a machete, with a hooked section on the end. That makes it great for clearing all kinds of vegetation, and it replaces a whole bunch of tools including pruning saws, shears, loppers and in some cases, even chainsaws.

(approx £110) tells your phone about indoor and outdoor humidity, temperature and air quality as well as predicting the weather, while Koubachi’s Plant Sensor 2 Outdoor (approx £96) measures soil moisture, sunlight, infra-red light, temperature and more to let you know exactly how well valuable plants are doing.

This year’s Consumer Electronics Show (CES) featured the usual home entertainment technology, lots of TVs and even more laptops, but it also had an unusually large selection of garden gadgets. One of the cutest was the Green Farm Cube. Another Japanese design, and it’s a hydroponic grow box that enables you to grow plants such as herbs anywhere all year round. At around £120 it’s quite expensive, but it looks great and works well. It’s particularly good for people who want to grow things but don’t have a garden to do it.

Another CES exhibitor, Edyn, promises to deliver the “connected garden” with sensors that analyse the soil, monitor the temperature and even check the weather forecast to help you decide what to plant and how to look after it. The product range also includes smart water valves that automatically water your plants, and solar power means you don’t need to run any cables. It’s overkill for a couple of blooms from Homebase, but if you’re a serious gardener it’s a seriously clever bit of kit. Edyn is currently available for pre-order, and the sensor and water valve are $99 (£65) and $59 (£39) respectively.

It seems that smartphones are taking over every aspect of our lives, so it’s not a surprise that they’re starting to look at our gardens too. App-connected gadgets are everywhere at the moment. Netatmo’s Connected Weather Station

Images left to right: Flymo Robotic Lawnmower; Woodman’s Pal; Netatmo iPhone Weather Sensor; Edyn smart garden sensor

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By Alison Runham www.alison.runham.co.uk

Many of us spend a lot of time on our feet (and if we don’t, we probably should). But often they’re mistreated or neglected, potentially causing problems not just with our feet but our ankles, knees, hips and back too. So with the weather improving and country walks beckoning, how can you keep the spring in your step?

Practise Good Foot Hygiene

Wash and dry your feet thoroughly every day, taking particular care to dry between the toes. Feet can quickly become irritated and sore when they’re sweaty or dirty, and fungal infections such as Athlete’s Foot thrive in the warm, moist areas between the toes.

Beware Foot Bugs

Athlete’s Foot and Verrucas (or more properly, Verrucae) can be contracted from public areas where people go barefoot, such as swimming pools, although many provide pool shoes or antiseptic foot baths. Treat these conditions swiftly before they spread, either by using over-the counter treatments or by seeking advice from your doctor, podiatrist or chiropodist.

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while constant pressure on a certain area can cause corns – protruding, often painful areas of hard skin with a rigid core. Blister plasters and corn treatments are available over the counter, but you may need chiropody treatment to eradicate corns for good. Ill-fitting, pointed or high-heeled shoes can also cause a bunion – a protruding big toe joint on the side of the foot caused when the first metatarsal bone and toe bone become displaced. We all know high heels are bad for our feet (and our knees, hips and back). If you really can’t resist: •

Avoid wearing them all the time (could you wear something lower while you’re travelling to your meeting or party?)

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Vary the height of the heels you wear

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Buy the lowest heels you can live with

Completely flat shoes can be problematic too, sometimes causing Achilles tendonitis. Always ensure the back of your leg doesn’t feel strained when buying flat shoes – the heel should always be higher than the pad. Flip-flops don’t provide proper support or protection and aren’t suitable for everyday wear, so ignore fashion and save them for the beach.

Shopping for shoes

Our feet usually swell a little throughout the day, so shoeshop in the afternoon to avoid buying shoes that are too tight – and don’t shoe-shop with sore feet. Consider the purpose of the shoes you’re buying, and what you’ll wear with them too. If you’re searching for walking boots, take thick socks along on your shopping trip, but if you’re buying heels that you’ll be wearing with tights, ensure that’s what you’re wearing when you try them on.

Protect your feet when exercising

Wear trainers designed for exercise – don’t be tempted by cheap fashion trainers that don’t provide support or let your feet breathe, as these can cause pain in your back, hips, knees and ankles. Unsupportive footwear and jogging on hard surfaces can cause heel spurs (small bony overgrowth on the heel bone) and plantar fasciitis, inflammation of the band of tissue under the sole. A proper warm up before exercise will help prevent damage to your muscles, tendons and joints. Foot problems such as corns, bunions and plantar fasciitis can be the result of biomechanical or orthopaedic problems, so always consult a podiatrist or doctor if problems persist.

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The UK banking industry has been severely damaged by scandals and misdeeds in recent years. The Libor incident when banks falsely manipulated interest rates, plus the infamous PPI mis-selling scandal, are just two reasons for public unease and mistrust. Poor levels of service and low saver rates have compounded a seemingly irresolvable problem, leaving customers with little recognition of the issues they were facing, and few alternative banking options. But help may be at hand. The ‘Big Four’ - Royal Bank of Scotland, Barclays, HSBC and Lloyds – are now facing competition from challenger banks. New entrants to the banking industry include Metro and Aldermore , plus the reemergence of an old, familiar high street name. We look a little closer at some offerings from these new banks, and see if they could really be a credible threat to established institutions. An old name on the high street Not really a challenger bank, but a familiar name with a ‘new’ offering is TSB. Their strap line, “We’re different,” plus market positioning as champions of “local banking” offer a level and type of service once taken for granted when banking was a service industry rather than a huge selling machine. Current account • Classic Plus Account: credit interest rate of 5% variable AER on balances up to 58

£2,000; minimum of £500 per month to be paid in; no monthly fee. Fixed Bond • Fixed interest rate of 1.35% gross/AER on £2,000+ for two years; interest paid monthly or annually. Credit card • 0% interest on purchases for up to 13 months if the 7-day switching service is used. Metro Bank Metro Bank operates from ‘stores’ throughout the southeast of England, with the emphasis firmly on convenience for their customers – stores are open 7 days per week, 362 days of the year. They have a familyfriendly policy that includes the Money Zone programme, in which they help children and students to learn about money management. Current account • No monthly fee; MasterCard contactless debit card; free transactions in Europe; cheque books printed while you wait. Fixed term savings • 3-year fixed rate account; annual interest rate of 1.90% gross/AER; choice of fixed rate terms of 3 months, 6 months, 12 months, 18 months and 3 years; interest paid monthly or annually; minimum lump sum deposit of £500. Credit card • MasterCard contactless credit card; free transactions in Europe; no annual fee. Aldermore Aldermore has no branches,

choosing to operate online and via telephone banking. This allows it to keep down costs, and its streamlined business model has been marketed towards helping small businesses and homeowners in the UK with savings and mortgage products. Fixed rate savings • 3-year fixed rate account currently offering 2.15% gross/AER annual interest; choice of fixed terms between 1 year and 5 years; a single lump sum deposit of £1,000 minimum; operated via the internet, by telephone, or post. The above are just a selection of products on offer by the banks mentioned – there are a variety of other accounts and products that may be more suitable depending on your circumstances. Modern IT systems have allowed these challenger banks to compete on a different platform to traditional high street banks, which are hindered by outdated infrastructures that are costly to maintain. The absence of bricks and mortar outlets also provides an opportunity to loosen the Big Four’s stranglehold on a banking industry desperate for some fresh competition. http://www.paymentscouncil. org.uk/media_centre/press_ releases/-/page/3177/ http://www.tsb.co.uk/ https://www.metrobankonline. co.uk/ http://www.aldermore.co.uk/

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A RARE BUTTERFLY N 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.

ot many people have heard about one of Europe’s rarest animals, even though it is also one of the world’s most interesting insects. Recently I led a conservation project to the Alvao National Park mountains of northern Portugal where we aimed to improve the habitat quality of the Alcon blue butterfly. The group’s dominant question was, could we really assist this little creature in its desperate fight for survival? Being dedicated conservationists, we deeply wanted to prevent the butterfly from becoming another extinct species. But to do our job really well, and to maximize the results of our efforts, we had to understand the butterfly, what it does, its life cycle, and its preferred habitat. During our research, we learned that the Alcon blue is a smallish and delicate butterfly. The male is light blue which gives the butterfly its English name, whilst the female is brown. Their markings may not be the most spectacular of all butterflies, but they are still beautiful. With the Alvao park rangers we decided on the most important outcomes for our project. Our first priority became clear; it was to stabilize and maintain the Alcon blue’s present population. However, if it was possible, we also wanted to create the best living conditions so that the butterfly would also increase its population in the future. However, not all was straightforward, as the Alcon blue’s life cycle is an intricate one, with each delicate stage being riddled with dangers. It is imperative that each one of these phases is successfully completed every year. The male blue usually emerges in early July. However the timing of its annual appearance can alter depending on changes in climate. Arriving above ground level into a new and mysterious world, and having no parent to teach him, the male must investigate the plants and meadows alone. Two weeks later, the more sombrely coloured female emerges, mates with the males, and starts laying eggs. But the female butterflies must hurry as they only have four weeks to live. It is a very short window in which they must be successful to guarantee the species survival. She instinctively knows that she must lay her eggs only on the Gentiana pneumonanthe which flowers in July. Within a few weeks the butterfly eggs have hatched into a caterpillar that eats the Gentiana’s developing seeds. When this eating stage of its life finishes, the caterpillar falls to the ground. It is helpless, and will die if it is left alone. However it is at this time when the local ants, Myrmica, become part of the story. The ants are instinctively programmed to take the caterpillar into their nests where it changes into a pupa. In their subterranean home the ants will feed on a deliciously sweet liquid secreted by the pupa for the next eleven months. The ants find it absolutely irresistible. This symbiotic relationship continues unseen and underground until the following summer. In late June the pupa is still in the ants nest, but must soon find a way out of its underground home, or remain there and die. In early July the pupa metamorphoses once again and develops into a beautiful male butterfly. Most, if not all, Alcon blues somehow manage to find their way out. When they emerge, they find themselves in the same flower meadow where they were originally laid as eggs and later developed into caterpillars. The new and eager male Alcon blues are ready for their part to play in the next chapter of this amazing saga. However, the same problems that faced the previous generations now face the present one. Conservationists think that it is important to monitor this stage of the cycle. One potential problem is that Climate Change has been proven to affect the synchronized timings of both flowers and insects. Therefore it is possible that those same effects could one day be a factor in this interaction between the Alcon blue and the Gentiana. But there are also present day problems to overcome. If the Gentiana is grazed upon by agricultural animals such as goats and cows, then the butterflies’ life cycle would again be fatally broken. Fortunately the National Park rangers have already made a practical agreement with the local farmer who owns these extremely rare Gentiana meadows. Therefore the butterflies’ most important breeding areas in Alvao are safe from domestic grazing. Unfortunately another lingering problem remains: if the Gentiana living in these flower meadows are out-grown by other overpowering plants, Gentiana could still disappear. Therefore controlling these overpowering plants is also of utmost importance. Despite being in a sweltering 41 degree heatwave, the working party threw themselves into laborious ‘scrub-bashing’ and removed huge swathes of overpowering plants. It was hard physical work. By successfully completing our difficult task we managed to give the butterflies an advantage. Moreover, the same task can now be repeated in the Alvao National Park’s other flower meadows. All in all, this project was not only successful for conservationists, but we also managed to help the general public take a greater interest in their surrounding wildlife. But hopefully, the biggest winners in the next few years will be the Alcon blue butterflies themselves.

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APPEAL FOR DONATIONS OF EQUINE GOODS TO SUPPORT LOCAL HORSES, PONIES & DONKEYS IN NEED

RSCPA Hillingdon, Slough, Windsor,  Kingston & District Branch are appealing to the local "horsey"  community, for donations of secondhand and new equine goods. A sale of  these items is planned, to raise  money for a fund to give special help

to horses in our area who are facing emergency situations. So whether you're in need of a springclean, wanting to de-clutter or would just like to help local horses in need, please could you see if you can spare any of the following: * Stable, turnout & exercise rugs * * Tack & exercise equipment * * Boots & bandages * * Grooming equipment * * Travel gear * * Adult / child rider & stable wear * * Stable equipment * UNFORTUNATELY, WE CANNOT ACCEPT SECOND HAND RIDING HATS OR BACK PROTECTORS, FOR OBVIOUS SAFETY REASONS

All donations gratefully received at our RSPCA Hillingdon Clinic or at any of our charity shops in Ashford, Cippenham or Hillingdon. For more information please call 01895 833 417. 63

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 A few minutes before the first hearing we were told that the government had officially decided to scrap the proposed spur to Heathrow Airport, which would have been tunnelled under the aerodrome, Denham Golf Club and Denham Village. If you read this column a couple of months ago, my only comment is “I told you so”! The Transport Secretary, Patrick McLaughlin, did leave the options open for a Heathrow spur far into the future, after the second phase of the line has been completed in 2033 or later. The spur is such an indefensible proposition that I predict it will finally be put out of its misery before the end of 2015, let alone 2033. We have far more important things to worry about now. Our hopes are pinned on the attentive and wellinformed Select Committee (three Conservatives, two Labour and one LibDem) seeing merit in our arguments and doing what they can to make life more bearable if HS2 is given the green light by the next government.

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 The venue of the hearings was a stately, wood panelled room just a few corridors and some lungbursting staircases away from the two great debating chambers of the Commons and the Lords. For two weeks, the Colne Valley was in the spotlight, because Denham was followed by likeminded petitioners from Harefield (which is likely to suffer as badly as us) and West Hyde (likely to fare much worse.) It’s not in the power of the Select Committee to scrap HS2 altogether, so – without exception – every petitioner asked for the next best thing: a Colne Valley tunnel in place of the planned viaduct across the lakes, not to mention a massive construction camp and spoil disposal area in the productive farmland between the top of Tilehouse Lane and poor old West Hyde. Previously, proposals for a Colne Valley tunnel have been dismissed by HS2 Ltd as difficult to build (questionable) and expensive. Yes, it would add to the cost, but the shelving of the Heathrow spur will narrow the gap significantly, and if they cancel it altogether they could plot the tunnel along a different path, reducing its length, further reducing its cost, and missing out the vulnerable areas of Tilehouse Lane and West Hyde altogether. As far as the Colne Valley is concerned, the argument between a tunnel and a viaduct will be the key debating point in the early summer, when the Select Committee – possibly bruised and battered by the General Election – reconvenes to hear another 1,400 petitioners, including influential bodies such as Buckinghamshire County Council and the Colne Valley Regional Park. The ordinary folk have done what they can. Let’s see if the ‘big beasts’, with their infinitely greater resources, can hammer home our key message: .

Grow Your Own by Pippa Greenwood

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I’m a great fan of home grown vegetables, particularly as growing my own allows me to choose to eat only organically grown fruit and vegetables, which are free from chemical pesticides. Even if you only have a tiny patio garden or backyard, you can brighten up your supper table with some good looking vegetables, home grown in containers. It is important to use large containers. Smaller ones may look fine but most vegetables need an evenly moist compost around their roots at all times, and so a larger volume of compost is much easier to look after. They will need to be positioned in a sunny spot as vegetables won’t crop well in a gloomy position.

Growing bags will do but they don’t exactly look good. In addition, they often seem to contain pretty poor compost and, when it comes to keeping growing bags adequately watered, they are nothing short of a nightmare. Large flower pots or planters are the best bet, and you can use terracotta, plastic or glazed pots. Make sure that the containers are well supplied with drainage holes, and that you have a layer of broken pots on top. I suggest using either a standard multi-purpose or a 66

multi-purpose compost mixed with a loam based compost – both produce good crops and are fairly easy to maintain. You can incorporate some controlled release fertiliser granules or feed regularly with a liquid feed.

There are lots of different vegetables that can be grown in containers but sometimes getting the right variety can make all the difference to how well they perform. Check labels or seed catalogues as those particularly well suited to life in a pot are described as so. If you like home grown beans you can use any variety of dwarf French bean, or if you prefer, a runner. The miniature runner, ‘Hestia’, has pretty red and white flowers and doesn’t need a support to climb. Cucumbers can be grown in pots; choose a variety such as ‘Patio Pick’ which should manage to crop well despite its small size. Provided you have a large and deep container then courgettes are also worth a try, and do remember to keep them well fed. If you like hot pepper and have a sheltered, warm spot then try the crazy looking, heavy cropping ‘Medusa’ or the pretty but hot ‘Etna’. Salad crops can all be grown in a growing bag or other container, and are guaranteed

to look good. For some really wacky colour try growing the rich-red stemmed Ruby Chard or ‘Bright Lights’ chard with stems in pink, orange, red, yellow and white. When it comes to maintenance, remember that anything growing in a pot needs more TLC as its roots will not be able to tap into the further reaches of the soil to find moisture and nutrients. Plenty of food and water is a must, and I tend to use a high potash liquid tomato feed, which works a treat. To keep your pots free from slug and snail attacks, try using sticky-backed copper tape stuck in a complete ring around the top of the pot or planter. Once everything is growing well and cropping, don’t forget to pick patio veg regularly if you want the plants to keep cropping. Visit Pippa’s website www. pippagreenwood. com for ‘Grow Your Own with Pippa Greenwood’ veg growing system, biological controls, fleece, copper tape and lots more besides.

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REGULAR EVENTS... Events at Harefield Community Centre, Priory Avenue, UB9 6AP MON Cameo Club (3rd Mon month) 10am-12pm; Indoor Bowls (Short Mat) 2pm-5pm; Harefield Wine Club (2nd Mon in the month) 7.45-9.30pm; Judo (Seniors not 2nd Mon in month) 810pm. TUES Line Dancing 10.45am1.15pm; Bingo 7.45pm - 10.30pm. WED Fitness, Fun & Dance 10.30am12.00pm; Singing for Fun (1st Wed in month) 1-2.30pm; Judo Club 6.307.45pm; Dancing Club 8.15pm10.30pm. THURS Happy Families Group 9.45-11.45am; Tea Dances 24pm; Whist 7.30-10pm; Ladies Club (2nd Thur in month) 8-10pm. FRI Bridge Club 10.30am-12.30pm; Line Dancing 12.45-3pm; Indoor Bowls (Short Mat) 7.30-10pm. All enquiries to Lynne Mogge 01895 824621 or e: hare fieldcommunitycentre@btconnect.com

Pinner, HA5 1AA. Call 0208 427 3559, e: secretary@crosierinvestment.org.uk w: www.crosierinvestment.org.uk Denham History Society Meets 2nd Tues of the month, 7.30pm St. Marks Hall, Denham Green. Call 01895 833989 Pamela@craftygiraffe.co.uk Hillingdon Decorative & Fine Arts Society Enjoy 10 expert lectures a year about art and culture from around Britain. Outings to galleries & places of cultural interest. Receive NADFAS Review, Interested? Come along to a lecture, cost £6. See www.hillingdondfas.co.uk, email: membership@hillingdonfas.co.uk or call Ann Lowe 01895 638147

Fitness League Tone & stretch exercises for the whole body, with fun dance routines to music for women of all fitness levels. Tue 7.308.30pm at Vyners School, Warren Road, Ickenham, UB10 8AB. Call Rosemary 01628 776838 before coming. www.thefitnessleague.com Fitness Yoga Improve flexibility, strength and balance. Monday 6-7pm at Denham Village Memorial Hall. Call Sandra 07867470240 Lisa 07533549072 E: lisa.sandra.fitness@gmail.com

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Beginners Rock ‘n’Roll Jive Classes Every Monday at Harefield Cricket Club, UB9 6NE. Doors open 7.30pm, class 8pm. Fun & friendly, no experience or partner required. 1950s Rock n Roll record hop - 1st Friday of every month at St Mary's Church Hall, Harefield, UB9 6BX. 7.30pm-11.30pm. Contact: therockingrebels@gmail.com 07947106607 www.facebook.com/therockingrebels

HOBBIES... Art Classes Drawing, pastels, oil & watercolour at New Denham Community Centre Autumn, Spring & Winter Terms Tue 1-3.30pm, Wed 12.45-3.15pm and 7.30-9.30pm. Call Tony 0207 243 3787 Art Smart Weekly Art Classes at Denham Village Hall. Drawing and Painting for beginn-ers and Improvers Thursdays 1.30-3.30pm. Tutor Roz Smith call 01494 670372 Chinese Brush Painting Group Come and join our friendly group meeting on Saturday mornings. The class is guided by an experienced tutor so no experience required! You will learn how to develop your own style as well as practicing Chinese calligraphy. Find us at Harefield Library, Park Lane Village Centre, Harefield or call Phyllis Nash on 01895 476 644 / phyllnash@gmail.com Crosier Investment Club Improve personal investment skills. Meets 7.30pm, third Thursday in month at Pinner Village Hall, Chapel Lane,

Hillingdon Natural History Society Meets 1st Wed of the month, Scout HQ, Gatting Way, Uxbridge. enquiries@ hillingdon-naturalhistory society.org.uk Inland Waterways Associations Meets 2nd Tues of every month at Hillingdon Canal Club, Waterloo Road, Uxbridge, UB8 2QX, 7.30pm. middlesex.social@waterways.org.uk Uxbridge Craft Market Every Wednesday (9am-5pm) at The Pavilions Shopping Centre Arts, Crafts, Gifts and Collectables www.uxbridge-craft-market.co.uk

KEEP-FIT, DANCE & DRAMA... Aerobics Denham Village Memorial Hall. Every Mon and Wed 4.30-5.30pm Call Jean Nisbet 01895 832063 Bagot Stack (Fitness League) Term Time Only. Vyners School, UB10 8AB, Tue 7.30-8.30pm. Also Mon & Thu in Windsor. Call Rosemary 01628 776838. www.thefitnessleague.com Boot Camp Fun and friendly exercise class held at a private location in Gerrards Cross. Every Mon, Tues, Fri 9.15-10am. Qualified Personal Trainer and Level 3 Contact Julie on 07769 311789 or visit: www.juliegxfit.com Bootcamp Circuit for Adults (Mixed) Wednesdays, 7-8.15pm Denham Village Memorial Hall. Tel: Jayne 07968 361965 Dance, Gymnastics and Free Running Classes By Futunity Uk. Ages 2-adults catered for and all styles of dance from RAD ballet to Zumba. Full class listings at www.futunityuk.com. Call 01895 251224 or email admin@futunityuk.com

Fitsteps Cha Cha, Waltz, Quickstep or Jive at Denham Memorial Hall. Mondays 7pm and Wednesdays 10am. Call 07834 197745. info@limelightdancing.co.uk General Yoga Class Higher Denham Community Hall, Lower Road, Higher Denham, UB9 5EA. Wed 7.30-9pm. Thu 9.45-11.15am with BWY certified teacher tel: 01895 820267 Harefield Amateur Drama Society Tuesday, 8-10pm. Park Lane Village Centre, Park Lane, Harefield. Call Tony on 01895 820672 Jazzercise Classes New Denham Community Centre Mon 9.30-10.30am, Tues 6.45-7.45pm. Wed & Fri 10-11am, Thurs 10-11am. Denham Village Memorial Hall Village Rd, Denham, Bucks Thurs 6.30-7.30pm Wendy Whitefoord, Tel: 07803 602142 e: wendy.whitefoord@btinternet.com www.jazzercise.com Ladies Only Kickboxing Club Wed 6.30-8.00pm, Watts Hall, Redford Way, Uxbridge, UB8 1SZ. First Class FREE! Call Leanne Phillips on 07518 848285 e:leanne@kickboxinglondon. co.uk. www.kickboxing-london.co.uk Line Dancing At Higher Denham Community Centre, Off Old Rectory Lane, Higher Denham. Mon 7-10.15pm, starts with beginners, then onto improvers and finally from 9-10.15pm, Intermediates. Contact Christina on 07952 815076, email : c.capel477@btinternet.com, website wwww.chalfontlinedanceclub.co.uk or Facebook ‘chalfontlinedanceclub’ Modern Jive Classes Mon 8-11pm, West Drayton Community Centre and Tue & Thu 8-11pm, Uxbridge Civic Centre. First Night Entry & Free Lifetime membership with this listing. Contact Alan: 0208 933 4350 or 07860 250961 www.clubceroc.com email: alanandsue@clubceroc.com continued overleaf...

Taekwondo

For Junior beginners Taekwondo clubs with a friendly, family atmosphere aimed at juniors aged 4+ MONDAYS - WEST DRAYTON

Age 4-12 6.00pm - 7.15pm - CLASS FULL

St Martin's Church, Church Road,

WEST DRAYTON, UB7 7PT

TUESDAYS - ICKENHAM St Giles Church, Swakeleys Road,

ICKENHAM, UB10 8BG

WEDNESDAYS - HAYES END

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Hayes End Community Centre, Kingsway (opp Bishops Road),

HAYES END, UB3 2TY

THURSDAYS - DENHAM VILLAGE Memorial Hall, Village Road,

DENHAM, UB8 5BN

FRIDAYS - WEST DRAYTON St Martin's Church, Church Road,

WEST DRAYTON, UB7 7PT

SATURDAYS - ICKENHAM St Giles Church, Swakeleys Road,

ICKENHAM, UB10 8BG

Under 5's 5.15pm - 6.00pm Under 7's 6.00pm - 7.00pm - CLASS FULL Juniors 7.00-8.15pm - CLASS FULL Seniors 8.15pm - 9.30pm (Aged 13 - adult) Under 6's - 5.15pm - 6.15pm Ages - 7-12 6.15pm - 7.30pm - CLASS FULL

Age 4-12 4.45pm - 6.00pm

Age 4-12 5.30pm - 6.45pm 6.45pm - 8.00pm - CLASS FULL Under 5's 10.30am-11.10am - CLASS FULL Under 7's 11.15am -12.15pm - CLASS FULL Juniors 12.15pm - 1.30pm - CLASS FULL Seniors 1.30pm - 3.00pm (Aged 13 - adult)

£25 per calendar month (£20 per calendar month if paid by Standing Order) (plus £23 annual Insurance Fee) Instructor: Tony Butcher, 4th Dan (CRB checked, Kukkiwon and First Aid certified) For further information, please call Tony on 01895 810794 / 07890 450568 or email tony67_2002@yahoo.co.uk (Please feel free to check availability, as numbers fluctuate throughout the year.) www.ickenhamtkd.co.uk

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KEEP-FIT, DANCE & DRAMA CONTINUED...

Social Line Dancing At St Marys Church Hall, Harefield Last Sat of the month 7.30-10.30pm

NoBiz Dance Local Musical Theatre school (based in Hillingdon ) classes in all genres of dance (Street dance, Hip Hop, Rhythm Tap, Lyrical, Singing, Drama & Musical Theatre) for children aged 4-22 years. Adult Street Dance Class for more call: Giselle 07525 857171 or Lisa 07777 611012. www.nobizlikeshowbiz.co.uk.

Tea Dance Harefield Community Centre, Priory Ave on Thurs 2-4pm. All welcome. Free car parking. Call John 01895 284428

Penny Lane Singing Lessons Monday singing classes 4-5.30pm 7yrs-12yrs and 5.30-7pm 12yrs-18yrs at Harefield Library, Park Lane, Harefield, UB9 6HW. For details see www.pennylanesinging.com or call 07951 294044.

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Pink Academy of DANCE Classes held daily at New Denham Community Centre. For boys & girls from 2 years to Adults. Call 01895 257553 Admin@pinkacademy. co.uk www.pinkacademy.co.uk or call Rockin' 8s Square Dancing Modern American style - every Thurs 8.15pm. New Denham & Willowbank Community Centre, Oxford Road, New Denham. UB9 4DW. Call Jean 01895 622859 or paul@stingproductions.com SALSA (all styles) Every Monday at Uxbridge Community Centre, 32b The Greenway, Uxbridge UB8 2PJ from 7.45pm to 10pm. Come and join Mina Queen Salsa for some amazing fun. Call 07958 578962 or email mina@queensalsa.com Salsa Classes Every Monday: The Middlesex Arms, Long Drive, South Ruislip, HA4 0HG. Beginners class starts 8pm. Improvers/Intermediates: 8.45-9.30pm Freestyle dancing/practice time til 11pm Every Wednesday: The WatersEdge, Canal Cottages, Packetboat Lane, Cowley, UB8 2JS. Beginners class starts 7:30pm. Improvers/Intermediates: 8.30-9.30pm. Freestyle dancing/practice time til 11pm Simply Walk Langley & Black Parks Every Monday Langley Park, 10am Thursday Black Park, 10am. Second Sunday of month Langley Park at 11am. See www.friendsoflangleypark.co.uk Social Dancing Ballroom Latin & Sequence Harefield Community Centre, Priory Avenue, Harefield. Every Wed, 8pm. Beginners welcome. Call 01895 634674 Simply Walk in Denham First Sunday of every month. Denham Village Green 10.45am for 11am start. Approx. 90 minute walk, 2.5-3miles. Led by trained volunteers as part of a healthy walk scheme funded by Bucks County Council, local District Councils and Bucks PCT. For details of other walks call 01494 475367 or see www.buckscc.gov.uk/rightsofway

Uxbridge Musical Theatre Ruislip Conservative Club, 56-58, Ickenham Road, Ruislip, Middlesex HA4 7DQ. Tuesday 8-10pm. Call Phil Harrison 01895 636367 Email: mail@umtheatre.co.uk or see www.umtheatre.co.uk

Zumba Fitness Every Wednesday 8-9pm at New Denham Community Hall, Oxford Road, UB9 4DW. Call Martine 07788 563572 www.zumbadolls.co.uk Zumba Fitness with Danielle Every Monday 7-8pm at Harefield Baptist Church. Call Danielle 07989 128131. www.zumba-class.co.uk Zumba Gold For Older Active Adults. Every Friday 11am at Higher Denham Community Hall, Lower Road, Higher Denham, UB9 5EA. Call Martine 07788 563572 www.zumbadolls.co.uk

Zumba with Ruddy Thurs 7-8pm, St Marks Hall Denham Green UB9 5HD and Sats 9.30-10.30am at Harefield Academy Northwood Way UB9 6ET. Call Ruddy 07901 828051

MUSIC... Drumbeatz Drum tuition for beginners in Denham by Melanie Kleyn, qualified HND, now on degree at ACM. Children over 8yrs, ladies, 3.15-5.30pm or daytime only. Email: drumsmel@gmail.com or text mobile on 07757 635880 Faraday Country Music Club in Slough SL2 1RN. Country Music every Thursday for listeners, western partners, freestyle or line dancers. From 8-11pm. Contact Deb 07986 050742. www.faradaycountry.co.uk Guitar Lessons Complete beginners welcome. Contact Sam for a FREE lesson 07798 588496 sam@uxbridgeguitarlessons.co.uk Music Lessons at Little Halings Studio Piano and French Horn lessons with experienced, friendly young female teacher, Victoria Coghlan. At Little Halings Studios in Denham. All welcome. Guitar tuition is also available. Call: 07737 493980 (Victoria) E: victocoghlan@gmail.com

Stoke Poges Singers A friendly four-part choir singing a wide variety of music. New members welcome (no auditions. The ability to read music is not essential. Rehearsals on Thursday at St Andrews Centre, Rogers Lane, Stoke Poges, 7.45pm. Come along or call Naomi on 07831 217575 or Anthea on 01753 662355 Sing for Fun - Adults No auditions or previous singing experience necessary. You must just enjoy singing! Higher Denham Community Hall, Wednesday (TT) 2.30-4pm. Call Avril on 07587 175640 The Windsor & District Big Bands Appreciation Society We meet on 2nd Wednesday of each month at 7.30pm, Datchet Hall, Horton Road, Datchet. Music of the big bands ‘40s & ‘50s Swing era. Two recitals from records, tapes & CDS, along with a raffle and sometimes there's even a live band. Call Derek Verrier on 01753 654398 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 'brush up' your skills. Every Wed during term time 6.457.45pm, St. Matthew's School, Yiewsley. Contact Abi on 07985 302 856 or emailtraining@ywdband.com

PRE-SCHOOL & KIDS GROUPS... 2370 (Denham) Squadron Air Training Corps ATC HQ, Tilehouse Lane, Denham Aerodrome Denham, Bucks, UB9 5DN. Mon and Thurs 7.30-9.30pm. Recruiting 13-17 year old males and females. Call 01895 834522 (Mon & Thu only) 2nd Denham Scout Group Scout Hut, The Pyghtle, Denham Green Close, Denham Green Beavers Age 6-8 Thu 5.45-7pm. Cubs Age 8-10 Wed 6.30-7.45pm Scouts Age 10-15 Friday 7-9pm Tel: Linda Batten 01753 892373 continued overleaf...

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Denham & Gerrards Cross Children’s Centre Tilehouse School, Nightingale Way, Denham, UB9 5JL. Free sessions for families with children age 5 and under including Messy Play and Stay & Play sessions. Call 01895 835967. Denham Girlguides 1st Denham Rainbows (age 5-7) 4th Denham Brownies (age 7-10) 4th Denham Guides (age 10-14) For more details on meeting times visit www.gxanddenham.cfsites.org Denham Youth Club (ages 8-11 years) Higher Denham Community Hall, Lower Road, Uxbridge UB9 5EA. Thursday 6.15pm to 7.45pm. Call 01895 834313. Slough Sea Cadets Parade nights on Monday and Thursday 7.30-9.30pm at Langley Pavillion, Langley Road, Slough, SL3 8BS. Male & Female Junior Cadets (age 10-12 yrs) and Cadets (age 12-18 yrs). Fees £2 per week, courses from £5 for weekend. Visit us on Facebook, pop-in or email: sloughseacadets@yahoo.co.uk 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 Youths United Senior Youth Group in Denham, at Martin Bakers Social Club. Ages 12-18 years Wednesday evenings 7-309pm. Tel Joyce Haynes 01895 832643 Tiny Talk Baby Signing Classes Tuesday classes at St Mary’s Church Hall, High Street, Harefield UB9 6BX at 10am, price £5.00 pre-paid per family. Thursday classes at St Giles' Church Hall, 1 High Road, Ickenham UB10 8LE, 10am, 11.15am and 1pm, price £5.00 pre-paid per family Friday classes at The Uxbridge Centre, The Greenway, Uxbridge UB8 2PJ, 10.30am, price £5.00 pre-paid per family. Call Bev Meier 01895 824935 or 0781 8025993 Tiny Toes Childcare Full Day Care Nursery. Call 01753 655650 or tinytoes@ivercommunity.org Activities for families with children Children aged 0-5 years offered at The Denham and Gerrards Cross Children’s Centre, Nightingale Way, Denham, Bucks. UB9 5JL. Call 01895 835967

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Karate Club of Denham For ages 5 years and up at New Denham Community Centre Sundays 9.15-11am Tel: Dominic 07988 743725 Karate Club of Uxbridge For ages 5 years and up The Uxbridge Centre, The Greenway Wed, 5pm-7pm Tel: Dominic 07988 743725 Kung Fu Club West Drayton Great Kung Fu work out for everybody, on: Tuesday 5.30-6.30, Friday 7.308.30, Sunday 5.30-6.30. West Drayton Community Centre, Harmondsworth Road, UB7 9JL. Contact Ella: 07702 479 435 or sportsclubuk@gmail.com Shotokan Karate Sports Hall, Tilehouse Lane, Denham for men, women and children age 8+. Monday, 7-8pm. Interested? Contact Erin on 01494 758079 or visit www.chilternkarate.co.uk Silat Kuntao Indonesian Self-Defence Traditional self-defence art from Central Java. Adult classes only. Mon and Wed 8pm-10pm at Denham Village Memorial Hall, Denham, UB9 5BN. Call Philip Davies 07790 496 346 or email kuntao.matjan.uk@gmail.com.

SL3 7EN. A group of 18-30's. If you would like to meet new people, raise money and have many laughs contact us! www.langley-iver-rotaract.org.uk Stoke Poges Bridge Club meet at St Andrew’s Church Hall in Rogers Lane, SL2 4LN on Monday from 1.30-5.30pm for players who want to improve their game. Call 01753 642 438 www.stokepogesbridgeclub.org.uk Uxbridge Conservative Club Bingo, Carpet Bowls, Table Tennis, Lunches, Quiz & Race Nights etc. at 46 Harefield Road, Uxbridge, Middlesex, UB8 1PJ. Contact Georgina Baile on 01895 233653 or 07778 348082, e: udcc@btconnect. com or visit www.uxbconclub.com Women’s Social Group Social group for women. Looking to expand your social group and make new friends? We meet regularly for coffee, a chat - open women of all ages. Please call Seema on 07730 898635 or email seemaa@seemaa.co.uk

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Denham Bowls Club Denham Way, Denham, UB9 5AX. Lawn Bowling. Coaching available. Call Brian Simpson (Sec) on 01895 834007 or Jenny Johns on 01895 833845

Hillingdon Brain Tumour Group Support group held every 2nd Thurs of the month 12.30-2.30pm, Hillingdon Baptist Church, Hercies Rd, Hillingdon, UB10 9LS. Call 01895 637444.

Denham Cricket Club Playing or social members welcome. Way & Tillard Memorial Cricket Ground, off Cheapside Lane, Denham Village. Tel: Bill Nicholas 01895 834527

Slimming World New Denham Community Centre Tuesday, 10-11.30am. To register turn up at 10am, call Mandy 07879 897578

Ladies Golf Meets 10am every Monday and Wednesday at Rickmansworth Golf Club new members welcome. Email ladies-captain@rickmansworthgolf club.co.uk for further details.

SOCIAL GROUPS... Denham Lions 1st and 3rd Monday of the month, 8pm at Denham Garden Village, Denham Green. 18+. info@denhamlions.org.uk Denham Wives Group Last Tuesday of each month at St. Mark’s Hall Denham Green 7.15pm. Contact Ann Collins 01895 833820 or acollins683@uwclub.net Friendly Whist Drive Harefield Community Centre, Priory Avenue, Harefield. Every Thurs 7.30pm. Beginners welcome. Contact Lyn on 01923 820173 Rotaract Club of Langley & Iver Meet at 8pm every 2nd & 4th Tues of the month, the Red Lion Pub, Langley,

Pink Ladies Netball Club All welcome. Training at Stockley Academy, West Drayton every Tuesday. Senior training 16+yrs 7.30-9pm Back to Netball 16+yrs 7.30- 8.30pm Under 16s for details 01895 448878 email: plnetball@hotmail.co.uk visit www.pinkladiesnetball.co.uk Table Tennis Denham Village Memorial Hall Tuesdays 5.30-10pm. Call Richard Cottle on 01895 835292 Uxbridge Squash Club All squash players welcome. Uxbridge Cricket Club, Park Road, Uxbridge. See uxbridgesquash.org.uk or email: squash@uxbridgesquash.org.uk Tel: 01895 237571

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APRIL EVENTS Cocktails, Canapes and a Catwalk with Candlelight in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support 30th April, from 8pm at Pinewood Studios Organised by the Gerrards Cross & District Fundraising Group, with Cocktails & Canapes prepared by a local Michelin starred chef. Fashions and accessories from Hush Boutique and Lemmings Menswear. For tickets, £30 each, and more details contact Tracey Boden on 01753 892303 or macmillangxfashionandmore@ hotmail.com or visit the website at www.met1.co.uk/macmillan.

popular ‘home grown’ selection of runner beans, chilli peppers, sweet peppers, tomatoes, hanging baskets etc. Due to unprecedented demand last year for our hanging baskets, we have decided this year to take pre-sale orders. To place an order call Lion David Minchin on 020 8868 0495.

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MAY EVENTS Stamp Fair 2nd May, 10am-4.30pm The Ruislip Methodist Church Hall, Ickenham Road, HA4 7DQ. We have been in existence for 34 years! This will be a monthly event after June Fair with dates fixed through to the end of the year. Other dates available when required. Beginners of any age welcome! Call 01895 637283. Ruislip & Northwood Flower Arrangement Society Talk 5th May, 7pm for 7.30pm Northwood & Pinner Liberal Synagogue, Oaklands Gate, Northwood, HA6 3AA. National demonstrator Pat Dibben talks about "The Fascination of Flowers" Cost to visitors £5. Annual Plant Sale fundraising for Ruislip Lions 9th May, 10am-12.30pm Ruislip Rugby Club, West End Road. Ample free parking. Large selection of bedding plants, shrubs, pot plants plus our very

Security Bike Marking 23rd May Bikewise, Ickenham. Please check before the date if you are considering bringing your bike along as the service is provided by your local PCSO's.

LIVE MUSIC EVENTS The Swan at Iver 2 High Street, Iver, SL0 9NG. 10th April Return of 2 Tone 17th April Jump the Gunn 24th April Returning great show with The Flyers

Plant Sale 9th May, 10am-12.30pm Michael Sobell Hospice, Gate 3, Mount Vernon Hospital, Northwood. This annual horticultural event is once again being organised by our award winning gardening team. Come and buy your Spring and Summer bedding plants, flowers and fruit ‘n’ veg. Entry and parking is free. Refreshments will be available. For more info go to www.michaelsobellhospice.co.uk or call 01923 844550. Mind, Body & Spirit Event 9th-10th May, 2.30pm-5pm Watersemeet, Ricksmansworth, WD3 1EH. A relaxing event with something for everyone. Visit the website www.phoenixmbsevents.co.uk On Yer Bike 17th May, 7.30am for 8am Michael Sobell Hospice, Gate 3, Mount Vernon Hospital, Northwood. Put your fitness levels to the test and take on our 33 mile sponsored bike ride challenge. The route will start and finish at the hospice and takes riders through Amersham, Bovingdon and Hemel Hempstead. Pre-registration £15 or £20 on the day. For more info www.michaelsobellhospice.co.uk or call 01923 844829.

The WatersEdge Packet Boat Lane, Cowley, UB8 2JS. 3rd May Join us to celebrate 10 years at The Watersedge - bbq from 2pm with live music from 4pm. The Whip & Collar 135 Swallow Street, Iver Heath, SL0 0HU. 5th April Live Music with Mark Kelly from 4-7pm. 25th April Rod Stewart Tribute. Tropic at Ruislip Ruislip Social Club, Grosvenor Vale, Ruislip, HA4 6JQ 11th April Albie J as Michael Bublé 17th April April Bravado (play Rush) 24th April The Trembling Wilburys 26th April Buddy Holly & The Rat Pack Show For full details and tickets see www.tropicatruislip.co.uk or call 020 8707 2256

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