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was crowned by a restaurant that revolved at a snail’s pace, taking 22 minutes to complete a circuit without causing a ripple on the surface of the diners’ glasses of Blue Nun. To novelty-hungry Londoners it was a sensation: more than a million people visited the Tower in its first year and 100,000 dined in the restaurant.

At 177 metres tall (191 if you include the antennae), and on foundations rammed 53m deep into the clay beneath Maple Street, Fitzrovia, it was London’s tallest building until the NatWest Tower was completed 15 years later. The slim, elegant, green-glass shaft with its 29 microwave dishes and 16 storeys packed with mysterious technology was visible from almost everywhere in London, and was utterly unlike anything Londoners had ever seen. Serene and unmoving it may have appeared but it was actually frenetically busy: TV shows, radio programmes, longdistance telephone calls, air traffic control data and military traffic – all began their silent and invisible journeys round the country from this point.

Then in October 1971, the IRA set off a bomb in the gents’ loo on an observation deck underneath the restaurant. Noone was hurt and no structural damage was done but security was ever afterwards a concern. In 1980 the tower was closed to the public. Ostensibly this was on security grounds, as the Troubles were intensifying; actually, though, the newlycreated BT (after which the tower was renamed) saw a great deal less trouble and more profit in operating the upper stages as a swish venue for corporate functions than as a downmarket tourist attraction; it’s rather telling and perhaps indicative of the times that even though the Troubles are ancient history now, the tower has never reopened.

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Holly is another of our young mums who has raised her litter of kittens at our Centre this Vital to our finances to pay veterinary and summer. All of her babies have now found boarding fees are our charity shops. Could lovely homes, so her work is done and now you volunteer a few hours a week to help? it’s her turn to find fun and happiness in a new home. A final plea – grateful as we are for your lovely donated goods, if its broken we can’t She is a lovely affectionate girl, who wants a sell it, if you have done a boot fair and not family of her own, just to dote on her and sold it, we won’t be able to either. Now give her all the fuss and cuddles she enjoys charged £160 per ton for rubbish disposal at so much. She does however need a home the dump, sorry if we have to turn unsaleable without young children or other cats / dogs. goods away. Could you give Holly a loving home for life? Can you offer a forever home to our lovely  girls please? 8 MONTHS – FEMALE GREY/WHITE – DSH Thank you for your support . We can’t do it Sparkle is a strikingly beautiful girl, who sadly without you. became a very young mum at the age of 8 months, while really still very much a kitten If you think you can offer one of our animals a loving home then please ring RSPCA herself. She is very playful and friendly, and Hillingdon Branch on  loves nothing more than a good game. Like or visit our website most youngsters though, she also loves a  fuss and cuddle, and would settle down well to download an application form. with a family that would meet both her cuddly and playful needs. We are looking for a RSPCA Hillingdon, Slough, Windsor, King home for Sparkle, without young children or ston & District Branch other cats. 

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By Alison Runham www.alison.runham.co.uk World Psoriasis Day on 29th October aims to increase awareness and understanding of psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis, which affect around 1.8 million people in the UK. What is PsOriasis? Psoriasis is an immune disorder that affects the skin, commonly causing crusty, red patches of skin with a silvery, scaly surface on the scalp, lower back, elbows or knees, although they can appear elsewhere. Severity varies from person to person and sufferers may experience calmer periods alternated with flare-ups. tyPes Of PsOriasis Plaque psoriasis (psoriasis vulgaris) This accounts for around 80% of cases, causing ‘plaques’: dry, red lesions with a scaly, silver surface that may be itchy or sore. Nail psoriasis This causes discolouration, or small dents in the nails and in severe cases, crumbling. scalp psoriasis Red patches with thick silver scales appear over parts or the whole of the scalp, sometimes causing severe itching or temporary hair loss. Guttate psoriasis Guttate psoriasis causes tiny sores on the chest, arms, legs and scalp and is more common amongst young people, often occurring after a streptococcal throat infection. Inverse (flexural) psoriasis This causes large, smooth red patches in skins creases, e.g. at the groin, armpits, under the breasts and between the 

buttocks. Pustular psoriasis Pustular psoriasis is rare. Generalised pustular psoriasis (von Zumbusch psoriasis) causes pustules over a wide area, often in cycles of a few days or weeks, and can cause fever, weight loss and fatigue. Palmoplantar pustular psoriasis affects the palms and soles; pustules gradually become brown, scaly spots that peel, but may reappear every few days or weeks. Acropustulosis affects fingers and toes, sometimes causing nail deformities. Pustules burst, leaving bright red areas that later become scaly or ooze. erythrodermic psoriasis Erythrodermic psoriasis is rare, affecting nearly the whole body. It can cause intense itching or burning and protein and fluid loss, leading to complications such as infection, dehydration, heart failure, hypothermia and malnutrition. PsOriatic arthritis (Psa) Rarely, this appears before skin psoriasis, but usually develops after. It causes pain and swelling in joints and connective tissue and is most common in the hands and feet, but may also affect the knees, ankles, hips and lower back. WhO Gets PsOriasis? Psoriasis appears more often at 15-30 years old and 50-60 years old. Some sufferers may have a hereditary disposition to it, as one in three have a relative with the condition. What causes PsOriasis? The immune system mistakenly attacks healthy skin cells, accelerating their renewal cycle

to just three to seven days and causing a build-up of skin cells that creates psoriasis lesions. Triggers such as stress, throat infections, excessive alcohol, skin injuries, smoking, some medications, hormonal changes and other immune disorders can initiate or worsen symptoms. hOW is PsOriasis DiaGNOseD? Usually visual examination is sufficient, but sometimes a small skin sample is necessary to determine the exact type. You may be referred to a dermatologist (or rheumatologist if psoriatic arthritis is suspected. hOW is PsOriasis treateD? Topical treatments are tried first, including corticosteroids, vitamin D analogues, Dithranol, retinoids, Calcineurin inhibitors and coal tar. You may also receive phototherapy, which involves exposing your skin to specific types of ultraviolet light. Severe cases may be treated with oral or injectable medications. PsOriasis suPPOrt the Psoriasis association: http://psoriasis-association. org.uk/ Email: mail@psoriasisassociation.org.uk Telephone: 08456 760076 (local rate) Psoriasis and Psoriatic arthritis alliance (PaPaa): www.papaa.org Email: info@papaa.org Tel: 01923 672837 9:30am - 4:30pm weekdays

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How can you update your property to keep you snug and cosy – without paying huge energy bills? Is it even possible? Well, yes. A few simple measures – we are not talking wind turbines and solar panels – can make an enormous difference, says Katherine Sorrell. Step One – Get to know your home

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It may already be obvious what problems need solving. Rattling, draughty windows, gaps around the edges of the front door, heat escaping through the roof, perhaps. For more specifics, however, it could be helpful to commission a professional test for air tightness and heat loss. Best done on a cold, clear winter’s night (so try to plan ahead), it is non-invasive and shouldn’t cost a great deal more than around £300. The results will demonstrate exactly where you have the most serious problems, helping you to target improvements where they are most needed.

Step Three – The loft

Although there is no one-sizefits-all solution, your loft will often be the top priority for ecoimprovement. Marianne Suhr, historic buildings surveyor and co-author of Old House Eco Handbook (Frances Lincoln, £30), recommends laying 300mm of quilt insulation – but points out that it is important to retain some form of ventilation in the space in order to avoid condensation. There is a range of insulation materials on offer at varying prices, but she says that if you can afford natural materials, such as sheep’s wool or hemp, they tend to be better

for older properties, as they have the ability to absorb water vapour and release it. And, she adds, check your loft regularly for signs of condensation, mould and small animals.

Step Four - Windows

Your windows can leak out a lot of heat, especially if they are old and single glazed. Short of double glazing, good draught proofing is the answer. Those DIY self-adhesive strips are only a temporary measure; for a longer-term solution you will need to cut in a rebate and fit either compression seals (hinged windows) or wipers (sashes). Alternatively, if you don’t open your windows often, secondary glazing will dramatically improve both air tightness and heat loss through the glass. There are plenty of different options, including clear panels that simply fix to the window frame with a slim magnetic strip, which are unobtrusive and easy to remove. Or there are two oldfashioned methods: thick, lined curtains, hung close to the wall so draughts can’t creep around the edges; or timber shutters, which have been demonstrated to be even more effective than double glazing.

Step Five: Doors

Do your external doors fit well in their frames? If not, it can have a negative impact on your home’s energy efficiency. To make them airtight, adjust as necessary for a good fit, add draught proofing (as for windows) and cover keyholes, letter slots and cat flaps. You might even want to pop a good old ‘sausage dog’ along the bottom edge, or hang a long, thick curtain from a hinged rod.

Step Six: Floors

Surprisingly, it’s actually a good thing to have wind whistling below your suspended timber floor, the reason being that it will evaporate moisture from the timber and supporting structures and keep your home nice and dry. So don’t block up the air grilles on the outside walls. Instead, to make the floor itself as airtight as possible, a fitted carpet with a thermal underlay is perfect, or – if you prefer timber boards – seal gaps around the skirting boards with foam strips, a bead of silicon mastic or slivers of matching timber. If the boards have gaps, experts recommend fillets of balsa wood or lengths of string, which you can stain, glue and push into place relatively easily. And, if you can get below the boards (via a cellar or crawl space), or are planning to lift them, it’s a great idea to add insulation underneath.

Step Seven: Walls

It is usually pretty straightforward to insulate modern cavity walls; older, solid walls, however, are more of a problem, and experts don’t always agree on the best way to go about it. Modern systems may trap moisture and cause damp, but one good option is to add timber panelling inside, leaving an air gap behind. If you are planning major works, it may be possible to add external or internal insulation at the same time, but be sure to get impartial advice.

• A thick rug will help to reduce draughts through gaps in floorboards. • Adding a pelmet to a window treatment can help to reduce draughts and stop warm air disappearing down the back of your curtains or blind. • When radiators are placed below windows, their heat can disappear more easily, especially when there is a curtain hanging over them – as it simply directs heat up and behind, rather than into the room. Consider moving radiators to internal walls.

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• Consider installing shutters. A test by Glasgow Caledonian University found that wellfitted timber shutters reduced heat loss by 60% (they are good for sound insulation and security too). To work most efficiently, they should meet with a rebated edge and include a brush strip or rubber seal.

Main Image - Adding a portiere rod is a great way to insulate a draughty exterior door. Hang heavy, floor-length curtains, ensuring that there is enough stackback space for the door to be opened easily. If possible, use an insulating lining and heavy fleece interlining – bearing in mind that the pole will need to be able to support the weight. 12mm self-closing button portiere in beeswax, from £44.10, Jim Lawrence, 01473 826685; www.jim-lawrence.co.uk.

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Whether long, short or in-between, afro, curly, wavy or straight, our hair is one of the first things people notice about us. The right style can detract from imperfections, and tells the world a little something about our personality. It can make us more selfassured; more confident in the workplace and social situations. And, of course, it’s not just about the cut; having the right tools in your arsenal at home can make all the difference.

I have a confession – until recently I didn’t own a hairbrush. I just used my daughter’s, which is shaped like Hello Kitty, but does the job. Thankfully, now I am the proud owner of a Wet Brush, the US’s bestselling hairbrush, which detangles wet or dry hair like a dream. My daughter is also a fan, as it doesn’t pull as much, which is making mornings rather more pleasant. The Wet Brush costs £11.99 from www.cultbeauty.co.uk. If you only make one change to your haircare regime, swap to a gentler, more natural shampoo. Most high street shampoos contain Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, which can strip your hair of essential oils, leaving it limp and lifeless. A gentler 

alternative is Green People Quinoa & Artichoke Shampoo and Conditioner (£9.95 each), which are designed to nourish and protect damaged hair. The quinoa and artichoke leaf work together to condition, minimise frizz, strengthen and protect from UV radiation. Curly and coily haired women have cause to celebrate, with the release of Aveda Be Curly Co-Wash, £17.50, which cleanses hair, while preserving moisture and minimising frizz. The key ingredients are organic babassu oil and baobab oil. Subrina Kidd, Aveda UK’s Textured Hair Specialist, explains, “Regular cleansing shampoos can often leave hair looking and feeling dry and brittle – this low-lather, sulfate-free formula will refresh and revive the hair texture or curl pattern without removing necessary moisture. To avoid tangling, sub-divide the hair into four sections, massage the Co-Wash into each section, comb through and then rinse thoroughly.”

Looking for a salon-style deep conditioning treatment? Try Philip Kingsley Geranium & Neroli Elasticizer, £31.50, a pre-shampoo conditioning treatment that contains neroli, geranium, lavender, rose and orange oils. The Elasticizer has been around for a few years now, and has won numerous awards and accolades. This new version looks set to be just as successful, as it leaves hair soft, bouncy and easier to style. While you can just apply it a few minutes before showering, for best results lather it on before bed. It may seem pricey, but a little goes a long way, so you’ll get a fair few weekly treatments from each jar.

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This is the totally revised BMW X1. Gone are the weird looks of the last model and in comes a fresh, chunky design that makes it look like a shrinkwrapped X5, but in a good way. One in 10 BMWs sold was an X1 at the height of its success and it was continually in the top three most popular cars sold by the manufacturer, so this new model has a lot to live up to. Aimed at “young, sporty” buyers, the maker believes this is a lifestyle vehicle that can be used every day.

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There is one petrol engine and three diesel options. The former xDrive20i has 190bhp, 280Nm of torque and can hit 62mph in 7.4 seconds. Diesels come in 18d, 20d and 25d variants. The sDrive18d is front wheel drive only, the latter two four-wheel drive like the petrol. We’d pick the £30,630-priced xDrive20d, though. Why? Well it comes with four-wheel drive, is £6k cheaper than the top-of-therange model and still performs well. 

Standard equipment is plentiful. Navigation, DAB radio, 40:20:40 split rear seat (with handy buttons to fold them flat from the boot), alloys and an automatic opening and closing boot that you can operate with a wave of your foot, are all included. As you move up the range, larger alloys, different trims and LED headlights are added, while the M Sport adds a smart styling pack too. On the options list is a heated steering wheel, Harman Kardon speakers and a head-up display, plus lots more.

What’s it like to drive?

Frankly, quite brilliant. For what is essentially a small SUV it belies its size on the road. Bumps are soaked up beautifully and the ride is plush. The high seating position is excellent and commanding and the diesel engine and automatic gearbox work seamlessly. It’s a very competent package and feels decidedly premium. BMW has worked hard on the chassis for this new X1 and it shows.

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Plenty. Direct rivals come in the shape of the Audi Q3 and Mercedes GLA, although we’d argue not quite as good looking as the Beemer. But

then cast your net further afield and you could include the Nissan Qashqai, Kia Sportage and recently launched Renault Kadjar in the same bracket. Those latter options lack the cache of the BMW’s premium badge, but offer considerably better value for money. The verdict We loved the BMW X1. The last one passed us by somewhat – we felt the looks were strange and out of proportion, and it seemed to lack the style we’d come to expect from BMW. This new model is much better, though. The chunky looks make it really stand out on the road – even if it does look like a miniature X5 (but that’s no bad thing) – and the interior is a lovely place to spend time. As you’d expect it feels premium, rides beautifully and has an impressive amount of standard kit. We’d go as far to say that if you’re looking for a premium SUV with diminutive dimensions, this should be at the top of your shopping list.

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OCTOBER EVENTS Talent Show in aid of Michael Sobell Hospice 2nd October, 7.30pm Watersmeet, Rickmansworth, WD3 1EH. This event is being held as part of Hospice Care Week. To book go to www.watersmeet.co.uk. Talk by Sean Kelly author of ‘Home Bases’ 6th October, 7pm-8.30pm South Ruislip Library. Memories & Stories about the military bases around the area. Admission free call 01895 556536 to book or for info: www.hillingdon.gov.uk/culture

For more details and bookings call 01753 677604.

Brainbox Quiz Night in aid of Michael Sobell Hospice 21st October, 7.30pm Michael Sobell Hospice Lecture Hall (Gate 3), Mount Vernon Hospital, Northwood, HA6 2RN. Show off your general knowledge skills at our popular annual Quiz Night Tickets cost £16 and include a fish and chip supper (veggie option available). Max 8 members per team. There will be a licensed bar. Book online at www.michaelsobellhospice.co.uk or call 0203 826 2367.

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HUBB Business Breakfast Event 8th October, 8am-9am Bay Lodge, 36 Harefield Road, Uxbridge, UB8 1PH. Networking in partnership with the Hillingdon Chamber of Commerce. Coffee & pastries. We would be delighted if you could join us, to book helen. thompson@wardwilliams.co.uk Charity Comedy Night 9th October, 7.30-9.30pm Denham Village Memorial Hall Denham, UB9 5AE. In aid of FODVIS (Friends of Denham Village Infant School). Comedians Tom Price, Stuart Laws and James Veitch there will Bar. Tickets £10 contact Wendy on 07826 685098.

Canals from the Air 13th October, Hillingdon Canal Club, Waterloo Rd, Uxbridge, UB8 2QX. Inland Waterways Association presents a talk by Tony Conder. middlesex.socials@waterways.org.uk Annie Get Your Gun 14th-17th October, 7.30pm Saturday Matinee, 2.30pm Winston Churchill Theatre, Pinn Way, Ruislip, HA4 7QY. Tickets from £10. Box Office; 020 8207 2340/ 01895 349521. boxoffice@klosmusicaltheatre.co.uk

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Mindfulness Training 16th October, 6pm-8pm Lotus Wellbeing Clinic, Richings Park, Iver, Bucks, SL0 9AU. Free 20 minutes taster sessions.

Ruislip Stamp Fair 24th October, Ruislip Methodist Church Hall, Ickenham Road, Ruislip, HA4 7BZ. Call 01895 637283 for details. Outdoor Artisan Market 25th October, 10am-4pm Black Park, Slough, Bucks. SL3 6DS. Local specialist foods. Lunchtime Classical Concert 28th October, 12.15pm St Martin’s Church Hall, corner of Eastcote Road and High Street, Ruislip, HA4 6DG, Come along and enjoy!

Heathway Ladies Winter Bazaar 31st October, from 2pm Iver Heath Village Hall. Entry 50p; cakes, tombola, bottle, jewellery, cosmetic, book, toys,craft & other stalls, Giant Raffle. Come and grab a bargain. Creepy Crafts for Halloween 31st October Black Park, Slough, Bucks. SL3 6DS. Join us to make creepy crafts , marshmallows and hot drinks. Sausage & Cider Festival 30th-31st October 3 Byron Parade, Uxbridge Road, UB10 0LZ. For more details call 0208 573 1525 or visit www.byronsurban farmshop.co.uk

LIVE MUSIC EVENTS The Swan at Iver 2 High Street, Iver, SL0 9NG.

9th October The Flyers 16th October Glen Cooper 23rd October 2Tone 31st October Halloween Fancy Dress with DJ and cash prizes Champers Bar 184 Field End Road, Eastcote, HA6 1RE. 11th October Jeff Freeman 18th October 2Tone 25th October The Joe Fryd Show 1st November Marky Dawson 5th November Sixities, Sparklers and Music from 7pm The Watersedge Packet Boat Lane, Cowley, UB8 2JS. 16th October Swing & Soul Night - all the greats from Stuart Wilson & Teeray. Nick Mills Blue Note Project Ickenham Village Hall, 33 Swakeleys Road, Ickenham. 24th October £12 available at the doorin advance online at www.tootsmusicmanagement.co. uk/news-events or at Pro Music International, Swakeleys Road, Ickenham.

NOVEMBER EVENTS Fireworks Extravaganza! 5th November, Gates open 5pm Harefield Infants & Junior School, Music, Food & all the fun of the fair! Tickets £6 adult, £4 child Info: friends.harefieldinfants@hot mail.co.uk Guy Fawkes Night Fireworks Display 5th November, starts 7.15pm Richings Sports Club, Wellesley Avenue, Richings Park, SL0 9BN. Firework display set to music. Licensed bar. Entry costs: Over 18s £6; 5-18 years £4; Pre-school Free.

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Fronting often occurs when a child is away at university, so that students, already burdened by debt, can reduce their outgoings. In a 2014 survey by gocompare.com, 2000 parents of children aged between 16-25 were questioned about their car insurance policies, revealing a surprising level of ‘fronting’, despite the fact that the practice is fraudulent and illegal. 41% of parents said that they would consider it in order to reduce premiums, and 25% of parents insure their child’s car in their name.

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THERE are big tubs of pumpkins outside the supermarkets, along with costumes, fake blood and multi-packs of sweets in the aisles. Halloween is almost upon us. But why do we celebrate it, when did trick or treating start, and what’s the point of carving pumpkins? As many people know, Halloween is short for All Hallows’ Eve. All Hallows’ Day (also known as All Saints’ Day) was an important occasion in the early Christian calendar and is still recognised by many Christians today. It is a national holiday in some predominately Catholic countries and is seen as a time to recognise and remember saints. It is believed that many Halloween traditions pre-date Christianity, and actually date back to the ancient Gaelic festival Samhain, which was held to mark the transition from harvest time to winter. Samhain was seen to be a time when the boundaries between worlds, particularly those of the living and the dead, were loosened, enabling spirits to cross through into our world. Bonfires were lit to cleanse the air and offer protection. People would often dress up as evil spirits in order to appease the ‘real’ spirits into not harming them, their families or their livestock. The ‘evil witch’ may have its roots in the Pagan goddess, The Crone, who was celebrated at Samhain for her wisdom and nurture of the Earth. In the Middle Ages, poor people would visit homes, offering to pray for the dead on All Soul’s Day 

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Knowing how to deal with debt, and understanding the options available, can relieve some of the pressure when creditors are relentlessly pursuing you for money. A range of formal debt solutions exists in England and Wales that consolidate your debt down to a single monthly payment.

Advantages • Interest and charges are frozen • Creditors cannot chase you for payment • No legal action can be taken against you • Once repaid, your remaining debts are written off

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Events at Harefield Community Centre, Priory Avenue, UB9 6AP MON Cameo Club (3rd Mon month) 10am-12pm; Indoor Bowls (Short Mat) 2pm-5pm; Harefield Wine Club (2nd Mon in the month) 7.459.30pm; Judo (Seniors not 2nd Mon in month) 8-10pm. TUES Line Dancing 10.45am-1.15pm; Bingo 7.45pm - 10.30pm. WED Fitness, Fun & Dance 10.30am12.00pm; Singing for Fun (1st Wed in month) 1-2.30pm; Judo Club 6.307.45pm; Dancing Club 8.15pm10.30pm. THURS Happy Families Group 9.45-11.45am; Tea Dances 24pm; Whist 7.30-10pm; Ladies Club (2nd Thur in month) 8-10pm. FRI Line Dancing 10.30-12.45pm; Indoor Bowls (Short Mat) 7.30-10pm. Call Lynne on 01895 824621 e: harefield communitycentre@btconnect.com Rock ‘n’ Roll Monday's in Harefield! Every Monday. Beginners Jive Dance Classes 7.45pm. Slow practise session 8.30-9pm Social Rock n Roll 9-11pm. No partner required - no experience necessary! Harefield Cricket Club, Breakspear Road North, Harefield, UB9 6NE. 7.30-11pm £5 entry. Email therockingrebels@ gmail.com or call 07947 106607 www.facebook.com/therockingrebels 1950s Rock n Roll with DJs The Rocking Rebels 1st Fri of every month 7.30-11.30pm. Retro stalls, BYO drinks. St Marys Church Hall, High St, Harefield UB9 6BX. Contact 07951 652083 therockingrebel@gmail.com www.facebook.com/therockingrebels Lessons in Love Six workshops to help you deal with matters of the heart. Every Tuesday 7-9:30 call Keeley on 07923 074304 or visit www.key4change.com Wednesday Stitch Club 10-12noon at Hillingdon Tennis Club. All abilities. All work. Call sue 0208 868 8052. 

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

French Sessions in Iver French Intermediate Class. Small Friendly group with French Native Teacher meets every Tues -Iver Village Hall 7.30-9.30pm from Sept 22nd 2015 Call: 07940 281233 e: c.marionnet@blueyonder.co.uk Hillingdon Decorative & Fine Arts Society Enjoy 10 expert lectures a year about art and culture from around Britain. Outings to galleries & places of cultural interest. Receive NADFAS Review, Interested? Come along to a lecture, cost £6. See www.hillingdondfas.co.uk, email: membership@hillingdonfas.co.uk or call Ann Lowe 01895 638147 Hillingdon Natural History Society Meets 1st Wed of the month at the Scout HQ, Gatting Way, Uxbridge. enquiries@hillingdonnaturalhistorysociety.org.uk Hillingdon Railway Modellers Club Meet every Thursday, 7.30pm at Yiewsley Baptist Church contact tonymoth@Hotmail.co.uk Inland Waterways Association Meet 2nd Tues of every month at Hillingdon Canal Club, Waterloo Road, Uxbridge, UB8 2QX, 7.30pm. middlesex.social@waterways.org.uk Iver Flower Club The Coppins Room, Iver Village Hall, Grange Way, Iver, SL0 9HW. Meets 4th Thursday of month, 7.30pm. Call Barbara Rhodes 01895 236531 or www.bbando.org.uk/clubs/iver.htm The Language Clubs of Hillingdon September until July. Visitors welcome. Speak some German, Spanish, French or Italian? Want to practise speaking and listening in friendly groups, with recent learners, improvers & native speakers? Each

club meets on a different Thursday of the month at 7.45pm in St Giles' Church Hall, Swakeleys Road, Ickenham UB10 8BG. For details: German Club 01895 254 723; Italian Club 020 8863 3468; Spanish Club and French Club 01895 253 472 Uxbridge & Ickenham Floral Art Society Meets in the village hall, Swakeleys Road. Call 01895 850943. Uxbridge Craft Market Every Wednesday (9am-5pm) at The Pavilions Shopping Centre Arts, Crafts, Gifts and Collectables www.uxbridge-craft-market.co.uk KEEP-FIT, DANCE & DRAMA... Aikido Classes Yeading Community Centre, UB4 9BH. Seniors: Mon & Fri 8-10pm. Juniors (6yrs+) Fri 6.30-8pm. Learn a non competitive martial art. Friendly British Aikido Board registered club, under Sensei Sheppard 6th dan. Call Keith Holland 01895 636344 or email kuraiaikido @hotmail.com www.kuraiaikido.co.uk. Images School of Dance Dance, drama, fun and friendly dance classes for all ages including RAD Ballet & Contemporary dance. Based in Ruislip Manor. www.imagesschoolofdance.co.uk e: info@imagesschoolofdance.co.uk Dance, Gymnastics and Free Running Classes By Futunity UK in Uxbridge Town Centre & Hillingdon Sports & Leisure centre. Ages 2-adults - all styles of dance from RAD ballet to Zumba. Check www.futunityuk.com for full class listings. Call 01895 251224 or email admin@futunityuk.com Fitness League Tone & stretch exercises for the whole body, with fun dance routines to music for women of all fitness levels. Tuesday 7.30-8.30pm at Vyners School, Warren Road, Ickenham, UB10 8AB. Call Rosemary 01628 776838 before attending. www.thefitnessleague.com continued overleaf...

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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) Tuesday 8pm- Active4less, 233 High Street, Uxbridge Zumba with Brian Thu 6pm & 7.30pm Watts Hall, Christchurch, Belmont Road, Uxbridge Zumba with Sylvia J £5 (07793 769584) 8pm - Minet Jnr Sch, Avondale Dr, Hayes Irish Dancing Classes From age 5. Beginners & advanced classes. Mon, 6pm at Hayes Conservative Club, Church Rd. Wed, 6pm at Greenford Visitation Catholic Church Hall. Contact Deidre email: Deirdreosullivan@ hotmail.co.uk telephone: 07956 346383

Jacquies Workouts Mon 7.30-8.30pm Kettlebell with Fitness Pilates floor work. Thu 7.308.30pm Latin Dance & Tone. Sports Hall, Vyners School, Warren Road, Ickenham. Wed 10am-11am Kettlebell & Fitness Pilates floor work at Eastcote Community Centre, Southbourne Gardens Eastcote. Call Jacquie 01895 672354. Jazzercise Classes New Denham Community Centre Monday 9.30am-10.30am & Tuesday 6.45pm-7.45pm. Wednesday & Friday 10-11am Denham Village Memorial Hall Village Road, Denham, Bucks. Thursday 6.30-7.30pm. Contact: Wendy Whitefoord Tel: 07803 602142 e: wendy.whitefoord@btinternet.com www.jazzercise.com Ladies Only Kickboxing Club Wednesdays, 6.30-8pm at Watts Hall, Redford Way, Uxbridge, UB8 1SZ. First Class FREE! Just turn up or call Instructor Leanne Phillips on 07518 848285 e: leanne @kickboxing-longdon.co.uk www.kickboxing-london.co.uk

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Line Dancing Wednesdays at Uxbridge Community Centre, The Greenway, Uxbridge. New class for absolute beginners is 10.30am-12.30pm, with free tea and biscuits - £3.50 Beginners/easy level 1.45pm-3.45pm - free tea and biscuits - £3.50 Thursdays at Charville Community Centre, Bury Road, Hayes End 8pm-10pm for beginners/improvers - £4.25, no tea and biscuits, but there is a bar. Call Susan 01895 832837

Modern Jive Classes (Ceroc) Mondays, 8-11pm, Yiewsley & West Drayton Community Centre. Thursdays, 8-11pm, Uxbridge Civic Centre. First night entry and free lifetime membership with this advert. Call Alan 0208 933 4350 or 07860 250961, alanandsue@clubceroc.com Passion Dance Group At Queensmead Sports Centre and Highgrove Pool. Classes include: Street Jazz, Ballet, Tap, Contemporary, Musical Theatre, Minie Me'z (3-6 years Ballet, Tap & Street), Kids Parties. We offer Shows, Workshops, Competitions and Assessments. Age 3+ all welcome. 07882 413428 passiondancegroup@hotmail.co.uk Pink Academy of DANCE Classes held daily @ New Denham Community Centre. Exciting range of classes for boys and girls from 2 years to Adults. Monday - RAD ballet and IDTA Tap Wednesday - Jazz and Festival work Friday - Festival work Saturday - Little feet ballet (2yrs), Ballet, Tap, Disco, Festival work and Adult Ballet and Tap. 01895 257553 Admin@pinkacademy.co.uk www.pinkacademy.co.uk Rockin' 8s Square Dancing Modern American style - every Thurs 8.15pm. New Denham & Willowbank Community Centre, Oxford Road, New Denham. UB9 4DW. Call Jean 01895 622859 or email paul@stingproductions.com Sanders Street - Authentic Street Dance Classes Teaching Hiphop, House, Breakin', Poppin' and Lockin' styles.

Specialising in street stance for special needs. Sanders Pandas class, Age 5-11 Wednesdays 5.30-6.30pm at Guide Hall, Community Close, Ickenham. Email info@sandersstreet.co.uk or call Crissy on 07799874003 www.sandersstreet.co.uk 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 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 Suzanne’s School of Dance & Drama 69 Swakeleys Road, Ickenham UB10 8DQ. Classes from aged 2 yrs to adult. All types of dance and musical theatre, drama, singing. See website 'suzannes-dance.co.uk' Tai Chi Classes Every Saturday 10-11am at Yiewsley Methodist Church, Fairfield Road, UB7 8EY. Call Dan 07880 601429 Tia Chi Chuan Tai Chi is an ancient art which combines deep breathing, correctly aligned posture and relaxation with slow gentle move-ments. It can help with mental and physical stress, improve balance, mobility and general health. Beginners welcome. Tues 89.30pm at Yeading Community Centre, Ditchfield Road, Yeading, Hayes UB4 9BH. Contact David 0751 4998 674 david@zhong-ding.com www.zhong-ding.com continued overleaf...

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work best if you cover up Looking for a For Junior beginners with a shower cap. Of salon-style deep course, you could just conditioning pick up a simple seetreatment? Try Taekwondo clubs with a friendly, family atmosphere aimed at juniors aged 4+ through one for a couple Philip Kingsley MONDAYS - WEST DRAYTON Age 4-12 of pounds, but how Geranium & Neroli 6.00pm - 7.15pm - CLASS FULL much St Martin's Church, Church Road, WEST DRAYTON, UB7 7PT more fun is this one from The Elasticizer, £31.50, TUESDAYS - ICKENHAM Under 5's 5.15pm - 6.00pm Vintage Cosmetic Company? a pre-shampoo St Giles Church, Swakeleys Road, Under 7's 6.00pm - 7.00pm conditioning Juniors 7.00-8.15pm - CLASS FULL ICKENHAM, UB10 8BG Seniors 8.15pm - 9.30pm (Aged 13 - adult) treatment that Lot of brands have limited Under 7's 5.15pm - 6.15pm - CLASS FULL WEDNESDAYS - HAYES ENDcontains neroli, Hayes End Community Centre, Kingsway (opp Bishops Road), Juniors 6.15pm - 7.30pm (Lastproducts few spaces left) edition out for breast geranium, lavender, rose and orange oils. HAYES END, UB3 2TY cancer awareness at the moment. The Elasticizer has been around for a few THURSDAYS - DENHAM VILLAGE Age 4-12 One of our favourites is Origins years now, and has won numerous awards Memorial Hall, Village Road, 4.45pm - 6.00pm (Last few spaces left) Pink Ribbon Make DENHAM, UB8 5BN This new version looks and accolades. A Difference Rejuvenating Under 7's 5.30pm - 6.45pm - CLASS FULL FRIDAYS - WEST DRAYTON set to be just as successful, as it leaves Hand Treatment, £19.50. Juniors 6.45pm - 8.00pm - CLASS FULL St Martin's Church, Church Road, hair soft, bouncy and easier to style. While It’s really rich, with extracts WEST DRAYTON, UB7 7PT of Rose of Jericho and you can just apply it a few minutes before Under 5's 10.30am-11.10am - CLASS FULL SATURDAYS - ICKENHAM meadowfoam seed oil, so ideal St Giles Church, Swakeleys Under 7's 11.15am -12.15pm showering, for bestRoad, results lather it on ICKENHAM, UB10 8BG - 1.30pm for 12.15pm dry, dehydrated hands. before bed. It may seem pricey, but a little Juniors Seniors 1.30pm - 3.00pm (Aged 13 - adult) What’s more, £5 from each goes a long way, so you’ll getperacalendar fair few £25 per calendar month (£20 month if paid by Standing Order) (plus £23 annual Insurance Fee) will and be First donated to The Instructor: Tony Butcher, 4th Dan (CRB checked,sale Kukkiwon Aid certified) weeklyFor treatments from each jar. further information, please call Tony on 07890 450568 / 01895Breast 810794 or email tony67_2002@yahoo.co.uk Cancer Research

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The Pilates Club St Giles & The United Reformed Church Halls, Ickenham. Visit www.thepilatesclub.co.uk or call 07968 920070

Tap For Fun – Tap Dancing for Adults TUES at Hayes End Methodist Church Hall 6pm-9.30pm. THURS at West Drayton Community Centre NEW beginners Tap Class starts at 7.30pm followed by Zumba at 8.10pm SATS at Hayes End Methodist Church Hall, show class 10.30am. Contact: Jean Chamberlain 01895-232379 / 07887 925472 or email: jeanrod@blueyonder.co.uk Yoga with Yolanda Ickenham Village Hall Mons from 6.45 to 8.15. Mixed group. info call 07919 243648 Zumba Fitness Mon 7pm, Wed 10am. Denham Village Memorial Hall. Ian or Suzanne 07545 910058 / 07834 187745. Zumba Fitness Class Mon 6pm, Walter Pomeroy Hall, Royal Lane Hillingdon UB8 3QU. Tues 7.30pm, St Marys Church Hall, Hemmen Lane (off Church Rd, Hayes) UB3 2JQ. £5. Call 07701 012927 MUSIC... Accord, Ruislip Community Choir Meet every Thursday evening in term time at 7.30pm at Ruislip Baptist Church, Manor Way, Ruislip. Looking for new male members - no auditions! Call Chris 07714 226216. Drumbeatz Drum tuition for beginners by Melanie Kleyn, qualified HND. 8yrs+. Guitar lessons on site. 3.15-5.30pm or during the day. Text 07757 635880 Email: drumsmel@gmail.com Faraday Country Music Club in Slough SL2 1RN. Live Country music every Thursday. From 8-11pm. Contact Deb 07986 050742. www.faradaycountry.co.uk 

Guitar lessons Complete beginners welcome. Call Sam for FREE lesson 07798 588496 sam@uxbridgeguitarlessons.co.uk

Hillingdon Choral Society Rehearsals on Mondays during term time, 7.45-9.45pm. Ickenham United Reformed Church. New singers welcome 01895 234380 or see www.hillingdonchoralsociety.org.uk

The Rock Project Greater London School of Rock & Pop teaching 7-18 year olds to play guitar, bass, drums & vocals. Sessions run Weds at Vyners School, Ickenham and Thursday’s at Nower Hill High School, Pinner. Juniors (7-11) 4.15-6.15pm and Seniors (11-18) 6.30-8.30pm. for more info: Call Pritpal 07855863058. e: uxbridge@therockproject.com. Uxbridge Folk Club Meets twice a month on a Thursday at Uxbridge RNA, 388a Long Lane, Hillingdon, Middlesex. UB10 9PG (2 mins from Hillingdon Tube Station) and supports all kinds of acoustic music. Also welcomes floor singers and musicians. PRE-SCHOOL & KIDS GROUPS... 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 those of you wanting to 'brush up' your skills. Rehearse every Wednesday during term time 6.45-7.45pm at St. Matthew's School, Yiewsley. Contact Abi on 07985 302 856 or emailtraining@ywdband.com Sing and Sign Baby Signing Classes from 6 months Wed at Uxbridge Leisure Centre, Fri at The White Bear, Ruislip. FREE TASTERS call Cathy 07712 047621 or cathyseddigh@singandsign.co.uk

Slough Sea Cadets Parade nights on Mon and Thurs 19.30-21.30 at Langley Pavillion, Langley Road, Slough, SL3 8BS. Male & Female Junior Cadets (age 10-12 yrs) & Cadets (age 12-18 yrs). £2 per week, courses from £5. E: 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.starsatknightschoolofdrama.co.uk Tiny Talk Baby Signing Classes Friday classes at The Uxbridge Centre, The Greenway, Uxbridge, UB8 2PJ 10.30am, price £5 Pre-paid per family. Call Bev Meier 01895 824935 or 07818 025993 1st Uxbridge Scouts, Beavers & Cubs www.1stuxbridge.com.01895 255479 SELF DEFENCE... Shorinji Kempo self defence Traditional Japanese martial art. Tue 6-7pm children (£2), 7-9pm adults (£5). The Barn, Kingston Lane, Uxbridge. (opp. Brunel Uni). Call Dan 07776 421957 www.sk.harrow.ac.uk Karate Club of Uxbridge For ages 5yrs and up. Wed 5-7pm at The Greenway, Uxbridge. Call Dominic on 07988 743725 Kung Fu Club West Drayton Great Kung Fu workout for everybody. Training for children & adults Tues 5.30-6.30pm, Fri 7.30-8.30pm, Sun 5.30-6.30pm. West Drayton Community Centre, Harmondsworth Rd, UB7 9JL. Contact Ella on 07702 479435 e: sportsclubuk@gmail.com Silat Kuntao Indonesian Self-Defence Traditional self-defence art from Central Java. Adult classes only. Mon and Wed 8pm-10pm at Denham Village Memorial Hall, Denham, UB9 5BN. Call Philip Davies 07790 496 346 or kuntao.matjan.uk@gmail.com. continued overleaf...

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Hillingdon Brain Tumour Group Support group held every 2nd Thurs of the month 12.30-2.30pm, Hillingdon Baptist Church, Hercies Rd Hillingdon, UB10 9LS. Call Cyril or Becky 01895 637444. Parkinsons UK Society – Uxbridge Support group for sufferers and carers, meet at Christ Church, Redford Way, Uxbridge from 2-4pm on the last Tue of the month. Guest speakers and social outings. Call Mr Neasby on 0208 848 3920 Slimming World New Denham Community Centre Tuesday, 10-11.30am. New joiners turn up at 10am to register Tel: Mandy 07879 897578 Slimming World The Salvation Army, Cowley Road, Uxbridge. Tuesday 7pm. Tel: Nicki 07826 698360 Slimming World Yiewsley Methodist Church, Farfield Rd, Yiewsley. Wed 5pm or 6.45pm. Tel: Nicki 07826 698360 Weight Watchers Christchurch Bailey Hall, Redford Way, Uxbridge, UB8 1SZ. Thursday 6.30pm. Call 07920 409111. SOCIAL GROUPS... Colne Valley Park Conservation Volunteers Every second weekend of the month. Hands on help to protect the wildlife and landscape of the regional park. For more details contact Steve Ord steven.ord@groundwork.org.uk or call 07718 043080.

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 Over 60s Social Group Male, Female and couples. Meet fortnightly at various agreed venues. Contact Judith 07980 073170 or Mel 07785 582323 or email: jlholl2014@gmail.com Elthorne Hillingdon Rotary Club We meet on Wednesdays for 7pm at Uxbridge Cricket Club. Call 07921 887607 or randeep@courtwoods. co.uk See www.hillingdonrotary.co.uk Rotary Club of Uxbridge We meet on Fridays at 12.40 for 13.00 (5th Friday evening, call Sec on 07910 197201) at The Middlesex Suite, Civic Centre, High Street, Uxbridge. See website www.rotaryclubofuxbridge.org.uk Whist Tuesdays 2-4pm at Uxbridge & District Conservative Club, Fairfield, 46 Harefield Rd, Uxbridge, Middx, UB8 1PJ. Tel: 01895 233653

Women’s Social Group Social group for women in West London. We meet regularly for coffee, a chat and organised trips and welcome women of all ages. Please call Seema on 07730 898635 or email seemaa@ seemaa.co.uk SPORT...

Crosier Investment Club Objectives to learn more about the Stock Market and to improve personal investment skills. Meets 7.30pm, 3rd Thursday in month Pinner Village Hall, Chapel Lane, Pinner, HA5 1AA. Further details 020 8427 3559. Annual Subs £24 (inc. tea/coffees). secretary@crosierinvestment.org.uk visit www.crosierinvestment.org.uk

Badminton Club Requires additional players of average standard! Every Tuesday evening 7.45 to 9.45 at Vyners School, Ickenham. Interested? Email: turksclub@hotmail.co.uk Play bowls, rugby, squash & tennis at Uxbridge Cricket Club. Bar food available daily. Non-members welcome. Tel: Anne 01895 237571. E: admin@uxbridgecricketclub.co.uk

Friendly Rubber Bridge Tuesdays & Fridays 12noon - 4pm at Pinner Bridge Club, 103 Marsh Road, Pinner. Call Keith 01895 622033

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Old Abbotstonians Rugby Club Youth Section Coaching non-contact (Tag) and full contact rugby for children aged 4-13 years. Training or matches Sundays 10am-12noon at Old Abbotstonians Rugby Club, Pole Hill Open Space, Raeburn Road, Hayes. For details call Colin Lowen on 07798 743041. Pink Ladies Netball Club All levels and abilities welcome. Training takes place at Stockley Academy, West Drayton every Tuesday evening. Senior training 16+yrs 7.30-9pm Back to Netball 16+yrs 7.30- 8.30pm Under 16s - please Rhiannon on 01895 448878 for details email: plnetball@hotmail.co.uk visit www.pinkladiesnetball.co.uk Table Tennis Eastcote Community Association require new players to play in Wembley & Harrow League. Call Eve & George Gibson on 01895 636106. 'The Uxbridge Loiterers' Cycle Club Ring Don on 01895 232752 or Carole on 01895 833249 Uxbridge Squash Club All squash players welcome Uxbridge Cricket Club, Park Road, Uxbridge. Tel: 01895 237571 Visit: uxbridgesquash.org.uk Uxbridge Tennis Club Located in Gatting Way, Uxbridge UB81NR, tel. 07905 293444. Social Tennis: Thu 7pm, Sat 2pm, Sun 10am. www.uxbridgetennisclub.org.uk

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up all these leaves. Then what? Don’t take them to the tip or make a bonfire: make leaf mould. It is as easy as anything and makes a fantastic soil mulch or conditioner…for free! Leaves are best rotted down on their own (they take longer to decompose than the rest of the stuff in your compost heap and need less air and warmth), so make yourself a simple and inexpensive leaf mould bin. Just drive four stakes into the ground to make the corners of a square, and then attach chicken mesh around the outside to make a cage. Stack the leaves in, tread or firm them, add some water if they are dry, then more water if the weather remains dry…and then leave them be. If you can chop larger or tougher leaves (like horse chestnut) up first, they’ll rot down much faster - either mow them with the lawnmower or ‘chop’ them with a sharp spade. It is worth avoiding very spiky leaves (the spines seem to withstand rotting and get you later!), and any that are very leathery and tough - mainly

evergreens such as holly, laurel and camellia, or those from sycamore and plane. If you want to speed the process up you can add a leaf mould activator, which is available from garden centres. If space, time or money is short then you can also make leaf mould in a bin liner or other bag. Choose a good quality bin liner - not a really thin one - and cram it full of leaves, again adding water and/or activator if you wish. Then stab a few holes in the bag with a garden fork, loosely fold over the top and weigh it down with a brick. Bin liners full of leaves can be hidden anywhere that you have the space - perhaps behind the shed, garage or greenhouse. If you don’t like

the idea of black plastic, then there are now some lovely jute mesh bags which can be crammed full of leaves and act as a perfect container whilst the leaf mould is forming, but will eventually rot down and add to the useful material you produce. You can see these on my website www. pippagreenwood.com/ products.

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gorgeous gardening things including the unique ‘Grow Your Own with Pippa Greenwood’ - you choose the vegetables you’d like to grow and Pippa sends garden-ready plants as well as weekly advice and tips emails to you. Plus Nemaslug, signed books, jute composting bags and lots more besides.

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