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ISSUE 47 August / September 2014

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The glorious Great British summer may be drawing to an end, but the local community is still teeming with activity as we prepare for the transition to autumn.

The wonderful wealth of events and activities taking place on the doorstep week in, week out serves to demonstrate the sheer diversity of local life.

As the sun sets on the summer holidays, we turn our attention to the new school year with a 10-page education special, covering the essential aspects of preparing for the autumn term and the latest insights into the local school community.

The thriving local arts scene is also in focus, as we shine the spotlight on Shakespeare in the garden, look into how Liphook Guides have unearthed Haslemere’s Great War links and find out about the flourishing Haslemere Musical Society.

Next up, food and drink take centre stage with your essential guides to the Haslemere Food Festival and Haslemere Beer Festival.

Meanwhile, Haslemere photographer Kerry Jordan takes a break from her busy schedule to offer an insight into her passion for photography, family life and future plans, explaining the inspiration behind her Dior-inspired shoot featured on our front cover.

Following the fashion theme, the seasonal style edit focuses on fruits of the forest, while local interior designer Maggie Walton-Swan explores the key autumn-winter trends at the heart of the home.

Turning our attention to health, local fitness freestyle yoga instructor Jenny Ware explores a natural and holistic way to improve wellbeing, the experts at Grayshott Spa explain the health-boosting benefits of massage and Heather Smith of FitBiz Training looks into a flexible approach to fat loss.

Last but by no means least, there’s our regular round-up of local news and key dates for the diary.

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19 Drink The rise of real beer

A spectacular weekend

Beauty

20 Summer events The Great British summer

The perfect remedy

10 Health

A flexible approach, Digesting the facts, Connecting the body and mind

14 Style

Fruits of the forest

16 Interiors

Interior inspiration

18 Food

A true taste of Haslemere, Best of British

22 Gardening Magic and mystery, Times of transition

24 History A quiet retreat seconds from the High Street

26 Profile Kerry Jordan: Capturing the moment, Life on the fashion shop floor

30 Arts & Charity Community success story, Prestigious location for sculpture trail, Cross-country race for wildlife, Pack a picnic

Quintessentially British, Glorious garden party, Heart of the community, Classic Shakespeare with a surprise twist, Broadway hits Haslemere!, Unearthing Haslemere’s Great War links, Atmospheric paintings at Oak Hall, Unique reputation and repertoire

47 Business news

A reputation for excellence, A vital helping hand, Sharing skills key to success

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Outstanding commitment to care, Ground-breaking initiative, On top of the world

50 Grayshott news

An astonishing musical coup, Local connections inspire debut novel

52 What’s on 54 Directory

Local contacts Advertising list Distribution points

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Action-packed BioBlitz, Stunning array of wildlife, Wonders of the wetland

32 Education special

Preparation is everything, Beat the back to school blues, Plus all the latest insights from across the local school community

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A spectacular weekend “We were playing at Glastonbury last week, but the Haslemere Fringe Festival is so much better!” High praise indeed from Ade Edmondson, well-known comedian, actor and punk rock musician with Fringe headliners The Bad Shepherds, whose knockout performance dazzled and entertained the crowds at the family-friendly festival. for A-T, which provides valuable support to children with this rare genetic disorder.

Haslemere Fringe Festival chairman Ken Griffiths enthused: “The Haslemere Fringe is a fantastic, not-for-profit, cultural extravaganza organised by dedicated members of the local community.

“As well as generous financial support from our sponsors and local trusts, The Fringe is supported by over 130 enthusiastic, hard-

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Nearly 7,000 people flooded through the gates at Lion Green to enjoy the best in alternative and popular music, hilarious comedy, drama and dance, arts and crafts, and sharp-witted performance poetry.

The event also brought together local schools, clubs and societies to showcase local talent, including the inter-school poetry slam, which featured pupils from Woolmer Hill, Bohunt and Rodborough and was supported by professional performance poets.

The action-packed 2014 Fringe line-up also included festival favourites The Blockheads and stellar performances from Moulettes, Redtenbacher’s Funkestra, Dean Friedman, Jazz Morley, Rubylux, Ben Montague, Ward Thomas and House of Hats to name but a few.

Away from the stage, activities and attractions included a fun-fair and a strongest man competition, along with a wealth of workshops for children, scores of stalls and a wide range of refreshments.

This year’s Fringe partner charity was Action

Signals delivered a powerful performance

Rebecca Luckett and Samantha Scott on the Action for A-T stall

The Haslemere Fringe is a fantastic, not-for-profit, cultural extravaganza organised by dedicated members of the local community. As well as generous financial support from our sponsors and local trusts, The Fringe is supported by over 130 enthusiastic, hard-working volunteers - without whom we would not have been able to operate such a spectacular weekend.

Haslemere Fringe Festival chairman Ken Griffiths

working volunteers - without whom we would not have been able to operate such a spectacular weekend. Massive thanks go out to all these incredible individuals.

“The poetry slam was won by Rodborough School and my thanks also goes to Bohunt for brilliantly decorating the festival marquee and to Woolmer Hill for their superb artistic efforts on the main stage - a community triumph all round!”

A spectacular performance by Rubylux

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Rest, relaxation and rejuvenation

Modern society is forever in pursuit of a constantly engaged way of life, but what we often seem to forget is that our busy lifestyles can be physically and mentally exhausting.

Whether it’s your posture-ruining desk chair, stress or simply feeling run down, a massage is the perfect remedy, bringing boundless benefits to all-round health…

Increased circulation

Increased flexibility

Perfect when feeling burnt out or for those after a spot of rest and relaxation, an aromatherapy massage uses essential oils to nurture and relax you from the inside out.

One of the most gentle forms of massage, it is still highly effective at enhancing the lymph flow and circulatory system, eliminating toxins and creating a deep sense of relaxation or stimulation (depending on the oil blend used).

The increased blood flow caused by all types of massage helps to nourish and repair muscles, while simultaneously removing waste from the lymph system (commonly referred to as lymphatic drainage). For the sports enthusiast, massage can also assist in speeding up muscle injury.

If your legs ache after a long day, try massaging them at home and notice how much faster the aching goes away. While it doesn’t exercise muscles, regular massages can help prevent the atrophy of unused muscles.

However, do be careful - increased circulation isn’t always good. If you are unwell or have a flu, massage could help the virus circulate through your body faster, making you more ill. While massage is useful for helping ease the pain and stress of certain types of illness, always consult a doctor before seeing a massage therapist.

Kneading the muscle tissue through massage can help to increase flexibility and loosen bound fascia (the network of tissue surrounding all muscles). Manipulating muscle fibers in this pulling motion also helps to lengthen them, creating long and lean rather than short and stocky muscles.

This can also help to increase the body’s production of natural lubrication, making joints more flexible.

Massage therapists can perform passive and active ranges of motion on parts of your body, using methods such as proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF) to elongate muscles and increase your ranges of motion.

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Improved skin health Massage helps the skin become suppler and regulates oil production through the reawakening of the sebum glands. The increased circulation can help to provide more nourishment to the skin and alleviate very dry skin.

The pressure and therapeutic motion of massage has also been documented to help reduce healing time after surgery and the appearance of scar tissue. The circulatory motion of massage encourages more nutrients to be carried faster to the defected cells, thus helping them heal more quickly.

Ultimately, the physical action of massage

promotes the bodily break up of adhesions in tissue that would normally produce scar tissue.

Reduced stress and anxiety

Calming the nervous system is one of the physical and psychological effects of massage which evokes the human sensation of feeling relaxed.

The practice of massage activates the parasympathetic nervous system (the system responsible for digestion and the regulation of internal organs and glands), which slows down the breathing and heart rate, putting the body into a state of zen. Additionally, by slowing the heart rate down, blood pressure is also reduced.

Grayshott Spa, 01428 602000, www.grayshottspa.com Massage brings wideranging benefits to all-round health

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A flexible approach A flexible approach to fat loss pays dividends

Heather Smith, who runs Haslemere’s leading fat loss specialist personal training company, Fitbiz Training, explains a simple yet effective approach to fat-loss, which brings long-term benefits to health and wellbeing…

Over the years, I’ve noticed several differences between the people I work with who get outstanding results, and the people who do ‘ok’. Of course, sometimes I’m surprised, but generally, those who achieve the huge life-changing results have things in common.

The first thing I notice is that she or he is hungry - not literally of course, but they are focused on achieving what they want.

They put the advice they have been given into place, take time to properly plan, then stick to it. It becomes a habit, not an obsession, they make the best choice given the situation they are in, and they adjust the plan if something doesn’t work out as intended.

The second thing that tends to shine through after a couple of weeks is that their quest for results is not the be-all and endall. You would think this would cause them to fail, but no, if something goes wrong (like the client didn’t plan their day and so ended up grabbing something which wasn’t ideal for lunch) they will learn the lesson and make sure to plan better next time.

The third thing is a sense of humour.

There’s no beating themselves up or crawling into the biscuit tin because they’re “such a failure they might as well not try

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anymore”. They slip up just like everyone else, but they draw a line under it and get straight back on track.

A naughty meal or snack is not enough to undo all the hard work you’ve put in enjoy your treat then return to the plan.

There is no need to make any changes or try something more extreme.

It takes practise, commitment and a bit of faith - but if the prize is a flexible approach which stops you torturing yourself every day, surely it is worth the effort?

Heather Smith, Fitbiz Training, 07967 995416, www.fitbiztraining.co.uk

Digesting the facts Conflicting and confusing advice about fats and oils makes it extremely difficult to determine which ones may harm or enhance our health.

Stephanie Moore, clinical nutritionist at Grayshott Spa, sets the record straight once and for all: “Eating healthy fats is a great way to start the day. The body requires fat on a constant basis - to nourish cells, to make hormones and to fuel the brain.

When fat is removed from food, a lot of flavour is lost. This is usually replaced with unhealthy sugars and artificial flavourings.”

The facts about fats Saturated fats Saturated fats are solid at room temperature, stable and not easily damaged due to their high hydrogen content. This means that any high-heat cooking should be done only using good quality saturated fats - i.e. butter, ghee, coconut oil, free range goose or chicken fat, grass-fed beef fat.

These saturated fats are absolutely essential to health. However, we have been brainwashed by misleading research into believing saturated fats are evil and cause all sorts of health problems.

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shown to be one of the best ways to curb sugar cravings, but they also add great taste and texture to dishes and significantly improve levels of satiety, leaving you feeling full and satisfied more quickly and for longer.

Polyunsaturated fats These are liquid at room temperature and behave very differently to saturated fats as they are not stable. This makes them vulnerable to damage by heat, light and oxygen. Cooking with these fats is a bad idea. If you use standard cooking oil such as corn oil, vegetable oil, sunflower oil, soy oil, bought from supermarkets in thin, clear plastic bottles, I can guarantee you are buying a damaged, unhealthy cooking oil.

These types of fat are very readily burned as fuel, providing immediate energy and not getting stored as body fat. These healthy fats also ensure stable blood sugar throughout the day and are so satisfying that a midmorning slump is highly unlikely, hence avoiding grabbing for that coffee and muffin to keep you going.

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Coconut oil This is a particularly good fat despite its bad press, as it is more than 90% saturated. The type of fat in coconut oil, and also found in coconut milk, coconut flakes and chunks of coconut flesh, is technically called a medium chain triglyceride.

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Specialist Paediatric Dentist

Life in Haslemere Magazine recently caught up with the team at Stricklands Dental Fitness Centre to find out more about their new Specialist Paediatric Dentist, Christina (pictured).

Christina specialises in the treatment of children - in particular those who are nervous of the dental chair or even refuse to attend! We ask Christina more…

How long have you been working at Stricklands?

I joined the specialist team at Stricklands when Lindsay Nutting, their previous children’s dentist retired last year. I replaced her as Children’s Dental Consultant at Guy’s Hospital, London, where I also teach postgraduate dentists and conduct dental research, and took over her practice at Stricklands.

Is this your only private dental practice post?

Yes. It is extremely unusual for a specialist in children’s dentistry to be available in a general practice environment.

What makes you different from a ‘regular’ dentist, who can, of course, also treat children?

Primarily, my experience and training. More importantly, my expertise and the empathy I have with children. I am passionate about childrens’ dental health. Every child is different. Children’s dentistry is essentially about prevention so, my aim is to prevent dental disease where possible. Sometimes however, treatment is necessary. When it comes to intervention, some children are more difficult to treat than others - that’s just the way it is! I have learned to see things from a child’s perspective and am usually able to win over his or her trust so that I am able

Christina’s Top Tips for Parents • Parents need to supervise tooth-brushing until the age of 7-8 years old.

• Brush well twice daily - first thing in the morning and last thing at night - for minimum two minutes. Plaque disclosing tablets stain plaque on teeth and helps children to improve their skill to brush well.

• Use a fluoridated toothpaste with minimum 1,000ppmF (parts per million fluoride); this is the only thing scientifically proven to prevent caries/dental decay in both baby and permanent teeth.

• Spit the excess toothpaste and do not rinse with water. Residual toothpaste offers protection especially during night time when saliva flow is reduced.

• Use a straw for fizzy drinks, sports drinks and juices. This way the drink will not pool in the mouth damaging teeth. Even if the drink is sugar free most of them are acidic therefore can cause erosion.

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to perform the required treatment without distressing the child. It is also important that parents are entirely comfortable with my dental supervision of their child.

How important are milk teeth?- surely, since they are replaced, they can be left alone, as much as possible?

Baby teeth serve for chewing, speech development and aesthetics. They also maintain the space needed for good alignment of the adult teeth. It is true that baby teeth are replaced, but, with the last tooth erupting into the mouth at the age of 2½ years and not falling out until the age of 11-12 years, they should last in the mouth, trouble-free for approximately ten years. Dental problems or negative dental experiences during this time can scar both teeth and attitudes well into adulthood. This is why prevention and the highest quality treatment are of paramount importance.

made together with the child and the parent/ guardian in order to achieve this.

What else can a specialist childrens’ dentist do?

I am also trained to manage other dental problems, like dental trauma, on which I have published research articles.

Sometimes, teeth may come through poorly formed, or there may be missing adult teeth. I am able to detect early problems and monitor the growth and development of the individual child.

I am also experienced in treating children with special needs and complicated medical conditions.

Where do your referred child patients come from?

I have patients referred to me from the four partners at Stricklands as well as from other local dentists who may have young patients they feel that I can help.

So true prevention means no treatment, even in first teeth?

Yes. Cavities, abscesses and the need for extractions of baby teeth should all be preventable with the correct advice and monitoring.

Can parents refer their children directly to you?

Yes. A consultation appointment for one hour should be booked via our reception team, for which the fee is £95. My team and I can take it from there.

If there is a cavity, do baby teeth need local injections to treat them?

Giving numbing is a necessary, important and delicate procedure that has to be performed in the most comfortable way for the child.

Inhalation sedation (‘RA’, ‘happy gas’ or ‘gas and air’) is also available at Stricklands to help children accept treatment.

Christina is available on Modays and is currently open for new patients. Please call 01428 654 923 for more information.

What would you say was the No. 1 encumbrance that a general dentist may find in treating children to a high standard?

Without doubt: time. Uninhibited by time constraints, delivered with expertise and empathy, dental treatment can be provided in such a way as to help children build up their confidence.

With regards to fillings, it is important that the full range of options and advanced techniques are available in order to provide the optimal outcome to avoid pain, infection and tooth loss.

Dental work that does not last the lifetime of the tooth is against the philosophy of paediatric dentistry, since teeth should be treated only once, wherever possible to avoid repeat exposure to dental treatment.

Our priority is a child with a positive attitude towards dentistry. Therefore, decisions are

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The discipline decoded Hatha Yoga

This is one of the most familiar yoga practices in Western Society, and is widely recognised for its benefits in realigning posture and improving mobility. The foundation of all yoga styles, Hatha is suitable for all levels of fitness.

Ashtanga Yoga

Emphasising powerful flowing movements such as push-ups and lunges, Ashtanga yoga is appropriately described as ‘power yoga’ and often appeals to patients who have previously rehabilitated from a back injury due to its gentle strengthening movements.

Bikram Yoga

Performed in a hot room with the goal of stretching the tissues and increasing flexibility, Bikram yoga (also known as ‘hot yoga’) should not be performed by patients with cardiovascular disease, but is beneficial for relaxing tight, injured muscles prone to locking.

Connecting the body and mind Dating back as far as 3000 B.C, yoga has been practised and exercised for various reasons, but most widely as a natural and holistic way to strengthen and improve general human wellbeing.

Unsurprisingly, many people around the world are following in the footsteps of our ancestors, incorporating all types of yoga into their day for exercise, stronger core muscles and increased flexibility.

Jenny Ware, a local personal trainer and fitness freestyle yoga teacher, explains: “Yoga has a massive benefit on all round health and fitness, incorporating flexibility, strength and self-awareness.

“Learning how to understand your body, its strengths and weaknesses will help you to move more effectively and efficiently, improving your posture and general wellbeing.

“Spending time focusing on yourself, your body, how things feel and what your limitations are is time well spent. We too often speed through life and forget about the most important thing - yourself.

“Balancing your body and mind to find a natural harmony and beating the stress of everyday life will lead you to feeling fitter, more energetic and at peace.

“The physiological and psychological benefits of yoga are endless, from a decrease in blood pressure and pulse rate to enhancing your mood, memory and concentration.

It is a science that has been practised for thousands of years with proven principles about the body and mind connection.”

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Linking breathing and movement through flowing exercises, Viniyoga is easily adaptable for each person, making it a good option for many types of back and neck pain patients.

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The perfect pose...

Standing posture

An important posture to get right before you begin. If we look at the body alignment you should be able to draw a straight line from the crown of the head to the heels, with the shoulders and pelvis stacked along the line on the way down. Not just for yoga, this is a great posture to use at all times.

Plank

A simple but challenging way to build upper body strength, working all of the major muscles in your arms, back and shoulders. Also gets you in touch with the core, strengthening through Transverse Abdominus and the obliques, requiring only your body weight.

Downward Facing Dog

Great for upper body strength, lengthening the spine and improving circulation as your hips are higher than your heart. Also encourages stretching/lengthening of the hamstrings and calves.

Child’s Pose

So important, a posture you can assume anytime you need a break in class, bringing relaxation through the body, lengthening the spine, releasing lower back tightness and opening through the hips.

Jenny Ware, 07989 315758, waresjenny1@yahoo.co.uk

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Fruits of the

Tommy Hilfiger Wyatt large check shirt (blackberry wine), £70, John Lewis

Hedgerows teeming with wild fruit, the dew at dawn and crisp leaves underfoot - all signs of the transition from summer to autumn.

Get set for the new season by being passionate about purple and bold with blue to create a striking style inspired by fruits of the forest...

Dune Axton leather brogue oxford shoes, £99, John Lewis

Navy billfold wallet, £69, UberPolo

John Lewis cashmink plain scarf (claret), £20, John Lewis

Lumsden chinos (deep purple), £20-£40, John Lewis

Leather washbag in sapphire blue, £150, Aspinal of London

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Joules jasper socks, £3, Countrywide

Barbour Chelsea sportsquilt, £119, Roxtons

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Saddle stitched belt, £85, Aspinal of London

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Bright and beautiful purple dress by Braintree, £56, Clova

Becksondergaard L-Cloudy sky scarf, £69, Hengelo

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Baum und Pferdgarten top, £129.95, Woodie & Morris

Milly suede point toe kitten heel court shoes, £119, John Lewis

Knightsbridge soft grained tote handbag, £35, Cloudberry Bags

iPhone 5 case (purple croc and cream suede), £45, Aspinal of London

Checked tunic by Braintree, £57.50, Clova

Plum lace dress by designer Michaela Louise, £189, Blush

Second Female Emily Knit (dark navy), £84, Hengelo

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Second Female cameo top, £66, Hengelo

Penelope wallet (smooth purple), £120, Aspinal of London

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inspiration Local interior designer Maggie Walton-Swan offers an insight into the key interiors trends for autumn and winter and how to create these striking looks in your home…

I’m working from my garden and enjoying the fabulous bursts of colour around the patio. My purple Lavender and vibrant pink Fuchsia plants are in glorious bloom, set against glossy dark green Laurel foliage and climbing white roses.

Although these colours in the garden will be just a memory by autumn 2014, they needn’t disappear completely and you can easily create an interiors scheme along the same lines…

A captivating harmony of fuchsia, purple and pink Pantone’s colour of the year for 2014 is Radiant Orchid - a punchy pink/purple shade that really makes a statement.

Described as a “captivating harmony of Moon Furnishings Skye Burnt orange chair

fuchsia, purple and pink undertones”, it will work beautifully as an accent colour, especially set against a predominantly white or grey interior.

Designer’s Guild offers a paint colour cleverly named Orchid, but there is a whole spectrum of shades to choose from if you want to achieve a subtler look.

Fired Earth’s Roman Holiday is rich and intense, Sanderson’s Meadow Violet deep and subdued. Choose your favourite from pale lavender to violet or grape and mix with mossy greens, soft hazelnut brown and pure white. Or consider introducing the colour via wallpaper. Surabaya in Damson by Designer’s Guild is an intense yet tranquil two-tone ombre shade - think minimalist with a twist.

Prestigious Textiles’ Isle of Skye Collection

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Embrace the tartan trend and check out the pick of the best items available locally...

Lawson cushion - wheat tartan, India Jane 01428 648498

A touch of tradition with a modern twist For upholstery and soft furnishings, the use of wool textiles is gaining in popularity and tartan style weaves will be particularly popular. Avoid the traditional reds and greens and consider instead pale misty greys, shot through with strands of purple or heathery pinks. Take a look at Prestigious Textiles’ Isle of Skye Collection for inspiration or Moon Furnishings’ Aspen Check or Skye Tartan.

Maggie Walton-Swan Interior Design creates memorable interiors that will transform your home, 01428 648878, maggie@ waltonswandesign.co.uk

Kent chair check fabric, Collingwood Batchellor 01428 641947

Mia mohair throw, Snug Interiors 01730 887591

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Only the very best local fare at Haslemere Food Festival

A true taste of Haslemere

A grand celebration of fine local fare, the Haslemere Food Festival takes centre stage on Saturday 27 September.

Established in 2006, the annual event has become a key date in the town’s calendar, highlighting the diversity of high quality produce available from numerous awardwinning suppliers across the local area.

This year’s festival is set to be tastier than ever before and will include the launch of Haslemere’s Food Market on Lion Green, featuring top quality regional food and drink producers in what promises to be much more than a farmers market.

There will be plenty of free samples to tempt shoppers and many delicious products available to buy on the day.

The festival will also feature a packed programme of food demonstrations, as local chefs demonstrate their expertise,

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along with many talks and food tastings.

Meanwhile, keen young cooks will be encouraged to take part in the school cookery competition.

Ceri-Jane O’Hara, from the Haslemere Visitor & Local Information Centre, commented: “When you speak to the producers, the first thing that comes across is their passion and knowledge. By supporting these producers, not only are you getting the freshest tasty offerings, you are also helping to support businesses and local community.

“We are thrilled at this year’s enriched festival programme and we are working hard to ensure visitors of all ages get a real flavour of Haslemere and the surrounding area.”

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Delicious recipes featuring top quality seasonal ingredients available from leading local producers on the doorstep...

British cheesecake with blueberries

British cheesecake with blueberries This recipe is a real cheesecake with Wensleydale, although it can also be made with Cheshire. The result is a slightly more savoury cheese cake complemented by warm and sweet blueberries.

(Makes 9 small squares) Ingredients • 150ml (1/4 pint) orange juice • 14 sponge fingers (boudoir biscuits) • 1x 200g (7oz) tub low fat soft cheese • 150g (5oz) natural Greek•style yogurt • 2 eggs, beaten • 50g (2oz) caster sugar • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract • 75g (3oz) Wensleydale or white Cheshire cheese, finely grated For the topping: • 175g (6oz) blueberries • 50g (2oz) caster sugar • Icing sugar, for sprinkling • Mint leaves, to decorate (optional) 18

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1) Preheat the oven to 180°C / 350°F / Gas Mark 4. Grease an 20cm (8 inch) square shallow cake tin, or grease and line a deeper one with a loose bottom.

2) Pour the orange juice into a shallow dish, then briefly dip in the sponge fingers, one by one, and line them up in the base of the cake tin to fit snugly. You will have to trim some of them to fit. If you have any juice left, sprinkle it over the sponge fingers.

3) Beat together the soft cheese, yoghurt, eggs, caster sugar, vanilla extract and Wensleydale or Cheshire cheese. Pour over the prepared base. Transfer to the oven and bake for 45-50 minutes, until risen, set and golden. Cool, then remove from the tin.

4) For the topping, warm the blueberries with the sugar and about 3 tablespoons of water for about 2-3 minutes, until the sugar and juice from the blueberries turns syrupy.

5) Cut the cheesecake into portions and spoon over some of the blueberries.

Sprinkle with a little icing sugar, then serve, decorated with mint leaves, if you like.

Pear, walnut and Beauvale salad Beauvale works wonderfully with the pears and walnuts in this recipe. It is a salty fullbodied cheese which compliments with sweetness of the pears and the nuttiness of the walnuts.

(Serves 4) Ingredients • 1 tbsp Walnut oil • 30g Butter • 3 medium pears • 1 bag salad leaves • 60g Beauvale blue cheese (or Gorgonzola)

• 75g Walnut pieces • 50g Half-fat crème fraiche • 50g Natural low fat yoghurt 1) Toast walnuts by heating in a dry frying pan over a medium heat for 3-5 mins. Keep moving the walnuts around so they don’t burn. Remove from the pan.

2) Peel and slice the pears. Heat the walnut oil and butter in the frying pan over a medium-hot heat. Once the oil is hot fry the pears until brown on all sides. Remove from the pan and drain on kitchen roll.

3) To make the dressing bend 30g Beauvale with the creme fraiche and yoghurt using a blender.

4) Assemble to salad by placing the salad leaves in a dish and drizzle with the dressing (not too much as its potent!). Scatter the walnuts and crumble the rest of the Beauvale on top. Finally, arrange the pears on top.

Recipes by Flavour Tastings, 07785 790213, www.flavourtastings.co.uk Flavour Tastings run cheese tasting events in Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire and London, and sell individual British artisan cheeses and monthly cheese boxes.

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A true taste of real beer is making a welcome return to the heart of Haslemere, as the eighth annual Haslemere Beer Festival takes centre stage at Haslemere Hall

The rise of

real beer Held on Friday 5 and Saturday 6 September, the festival of real ale, cider and perry (with a drop of wine for good measure) is fast becoming one of the leading beer festivals in the south east.

More than 50 great real ales, ciders and perries, along with a wide range of live music and delicious local food, have proved a winning formula that pulls in the crowds.

The Friday and Saturday evening sessions, from 7pm to 11pm, feature a selection of great local bands. Saturday lunchtime between midday and 4pm has a more laid back atmosphere with a chance to chat to some of the local brewers who plan to attend. Delicious hot food will be available at each session.

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Specialising in beers from Surrey, Sussex and Hampshire, the festival looks to support local brewers, create a great atmosphere which brings the local community together and raise money for charity. Join us and drink for charity!

SERV, Round Table Children’s Wish and Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, (JDRF).

The festival is also supported by many local businesses, and the principal sponsors this year include Clarke Gammon Wellers, Met Therm Windows and Barrel & Cask.

Haslemere Beer Festival chairman Simon Labrow said: “Specialising in beers from Surrey, Sussex and Hampshire, the festival looks to support local brewers, create a great atmosphere which brings the local community together and raise money for charity. Join us and drink for charity!”

Limited numbers of tickets are available and some sessions sell out in advance. To book tickets, contact the Haslemere Hall box office by calling 01428 642161 or visit www. haslemerehall.co.uk

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Simon Labrow, Haslemere Beer Festival chairman The very popular men’s crèche returns to the Saturday lunchtime session. Wives and girlfriends are welcome to drop off their other halves, then escape to enjoy some peace. The men enjoy a selection of the best real ales - an opportunity not to be missed!

The beer festival is run by volunteers, with any surplus funds donated to charity.

Charities supported in previous years include Action for A-T, Haslemere Hall, www.lifemags.co.uk

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The Great

egarth Summer A brilliant one-man band at the Appl Festival in Grayshott

A glorious day for the Dreams Com e True summer fete at Bohunt Manor, Liphook

A taste of country life at the Milla

A striking display of artwork in APPArt’s summer exhibition, Grayswood

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in a thrilling Veuve Clicquot Dubai narrowly beat King Power Club Polo Park Gold Cup Final at Cowdray

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From the glitz and glamour of the Veuve Clicquot Gold Cup Polo to a taste of country life at the Milland Rural Fair, the Great British summer has truly offered something for everyone, covering all aspects of community life. Pausing for reflection before a busy autumn of local events, Life in Haslemere editorial manager Henry Ascoli shares a selection of his shots from an array of recent events, exhibitions and activities across the local area‌

ert at St Christopher’s Church, The Waverley Ensemble summer conc Weyhill

A passionate performance by Brian May at Wildlife Rocks, Guildford Cathedral

Surrey Sculpture Society sculpture trail at Loseley Park

Rubylux rocked Ha slemere Fringe Fe stival

Galle Surrey Open Studios at the Artful Haslemere

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Cyclists of all ages and abilities took to the saddle for the LiD BA charity bike rid e

For more photos of summer events and local life by Henry Ascoli, check out the Life in Haslemere Facebook page or follow @lifemags on Twitter.

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mystery

Local freelance garden designer Rebecca Smith discovers a magical garden in the heart of Haslemere…

National Gardens Scheme (NGS) Surrey county organiser Maggie Boyd and her husband David have opened Bardsey for the NGS for the past seven years.

The two-acre plot is divided into many different areas and has a wonderful atmosphere of scent and colour. There is much to see in this deceptively large garden; planting ranges from traditional rose and lavender-filled borders to more modern prairie-style beds at the bottom of the garden.

Upon entering the garden through the pedestrian gate off Derby Road, one is met by a lush parterre garden filled with lavender and roses.

Having decided to remove the front lawn completely, the Boyds have replaced it with lovely shaped box-edged beds filled with the Pictorial Meadows Annual Seed Mix developed by Professor Nigel Dunnett and the University of Sheffield.

The day I visited, this area was filled with Shirley poppies running from scarlet to soft pink and contrasting with the clear bright blue of cornflowers. This area is surrounded by brimming perennial borders anchored by shrub rose ‘Blair’ on one side. This pink rose is beautifully scented. A swath of lavender is backed by golden hops and a bench marks the perfect viewpoint.

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Dragonflies flit about between the two ponds and it is hard to believe that Haslemere Station is one street away…

the former tennis lawn. Traditional garden perennials such as scabious, delphiniums, geraniums and alchemilla mollis combine beautifully to create a sense of abundance.

Around the back of the house, the mood of the garden changes. There is a ‘hot’ border beneath the terrace, and the planting here is in vivid shades of red, scarlet and orange - influenced by the planting at West Dean.

Clematis ‘Princess Diana’, achillia ‘Cloth of Gold’ and monarda ‘Cambridge Scarlet’ all shine in this area.

Chickens have their own garden area and the names of the current occupants are written on the gate.

A shaded table and chairs at ‘Quercus Circle’ mark the spot where an oak tree was removed.

This shaded area is surrounded by woodland planting, including many hostas, acers, hydrangeas and winter box (sarcococca).

The garden then slopes gently away from the house through paths cut into long grass to the orchard and finally to the ponds. I particularly liked the paths mown into the long grass and the use of the oak sculpture in the bed of alchemilla mollis was striking and modern.

The paths wrap around the ponds and through yet more planting: lush, verdant bog planting of grasses, hostas, day lilies and aruncus (goats beard) cover the bank above the pond. Two decking areas provide seats to view the garden and watch the ducks.

Dragonflies flit about between the two ponds and it is hard to believe that Haslemere Station is one street away!

The path continues through the planting and there is a surprise carving from a fallen tree to greet the visitor. Continuing back towards the house, there is a large kitchen garden separated from the main garden by a hedge. There are fruit cages, vegetable beds

and a productive greenhouse filled with tomatoes. Sweet pea cordons line the fruit cage to encourage pollinators and marigolds bring hoverfly and other beneficial insects.

There is a lot to see in this garden in Haslemere and there really is something for everyone.

Bardsey is open for the National Gardens Scheme on Saturday and Sunday 2, 3 August between 11am and 5pm.Teas will be served in aid of MacMillan Cancer Support Midhurst.

Bardsey, 11 Derby Road, Haslemere GU27 1BS The National Gardens Scheme, 01483 211535, www.ngs.org.uk Rebecca Smith is a freelance garden designer offering a range of services from full garden design and rebuild to one-off garden consultancy work.

Rebecca Smith, 07985 290630, www.rsgardendesign.co.uk

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Times of

transition Haslemere gardener Christian Ashdown shares essential advice to keep the flowers flourishing during the height of the heat and prepare your garden for the transition from summer to autumn…

Holiday cover August is traditionally the holiday month, so much of the population will head abroad and leave our homes - and gardens - for up to two weeks. This of course leaves our plants to fend for themselves, so why not ask a neighbour or friend to come into your garden and deadhead your roses, dahlias and other flowers and at the same time water yours pots, which will be susceptible to dry out.

Make it easier for these volunteers by moving plants together in one area and place them in dappled shade. If you have problems with help, there are some great irrigation systems on the market.

Time to trim

Keep up with the weeding as these unwelcome plants will draw moisture and nutrients from the soil, denying them from your chosen plants.

With the end of summer, now is a good time to trim hedges safe in the knowledge that regrowth will be minimal.

To keep your Lavender flourishing, remove the flower spikes when they go to seed. Go over them with a set of shears 2.5cm from the top - this will encourage side shoots.

At the end of September cut them down further, but not into the old wood. www.lifemags.co.uk

Bright beginnings

As you move into September, this is the ideal month to plant daffodils, as the rule of thumb with most bulbs is to plant them two or three times its own depth.

Now is the time to enjoy the first batch of early apples. A good indicator to see if they are ready is if there are one or two apples fallen at the base of the tree. Without delay, harvest this bounty. Remove any damaged apples that have been pecked by birds which are still on the tree, as this will encourage wasps to gather around them.

Even though Camellias make their floral appearance in early spring, it’s worth giving them some attention by ensuring that they are watered if you have had a dry spell and to feed them with iron sequestrene or ericaceous compost.

Pay close attention

Once the flowers of the Hostas are fading, cut them off at the stem. You don’t want this plant putting its energy into making seed as you wish for this herbaceous perennial to grow in size and by cutting the stem close to the crown will ensure just that.

Dahlias should be looking their best now, but these perennials are a big favourite of the earwig, which feasts on their foliage.

Capture these nocturnal pests by placing a small plant pot stuffed with straw on a cane

next to the plant. In the morning, check the pot - but be quick as they can soon be away.

If you are thinking of growing a wild flower meadow for next year, September would be the ideal time to make a start. Prepare the area and sew the semi-parasitic yellow rattle (Rhinanthus minor) to reduce grass vigour.

The following year this area will be ready to receive all of the other wild flowers that enjoy weak, poor soil conditions.

For weekly gardening tips, follow Christian Ashdown on Facebook.

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A quiet retreat seconds from the High Street Swan Barn Farm’s 29 hectares were given to the National Trust in 1954, to be protected from development for ever, for everyone. Today, it is a magical place, just a few hundred yards from the bustling Haslemere High Street...

At the heart of rural life Swan Barn Farm offers local people an opportunity to explore fantastic open countryside right on their doorstep, while discovering eco building, community and sustainable living.

The Ranger team manage the pastures and woodland at Swan Barn Farm, the wild open spaces of Black Down, common land at Marley and the picturesque ponds at Shottermill.

Over the past 10 years, the team have gradually brought Swan Barn Farm to life and encouraged local people to become involved.

The orchards have been replanted and nurtured, the hazel woodlands coppiced, the fields and stream banks are brimming with wild flowers and the pastures are grazed by Jacob sheep and Belted Galloway cattle. Honey bees pollinate the orchard from the hives at Swan Barn Farm.

Traditional skills for a sustainable future A straw-bale, cruck timber-framed eco-house was built in 2013 and is now occupied by three young volunteers learning their trade in countryside management on the estate. It is a vision that values people, learning, traditional skills and encourages people to passionately love the locality they live in.

The team at Swan Barn Farm produce artisan cider each year from all manner of rare apple varieties with romantic names such as Greensleeves, Cornish Gillyflower and Knobby Russet.

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Swan Barn Farm is host to wassaillers with torches in darkest January and an apple day in the abundance of September where visitors wander down with baskets of their own apples and learn how to press them into juice.

This year, the 100-year-old apple press is having a special treat. A beautiful barn is being built to house it, with a roundwood cruck frame, made from coppiced sweet chestnut grown in the woods on the doorstep. It will be built by the National Trust Ranger team and local woodsman Ben Law, widely recognised for his appearance on Channel 4’s Grand Designs.

our staff and volunteers to hone their green woodworking skills.”

The new orchard house and many other projects are supported by the Black Down & Hindhead Supporters and the Three Counties Association of National Trust members.

Blackdown and Hindhead Supporters, 01428 652359 Three Counties Association of National Trust Members, 01428 712335

A source of nourishment and beauty Head Ranger David Elliott, who has looked after Swan Barn Farm for nearly 15 years, enthuses: “I am so proud of the orchards.

They offer a home for many rare varieties of fruit tree and wildlife, offer opportunities for local people to get involved in the countryside and provide sustenance for the table and the soul in the form of apples for cooking, eating, storing, juice making and cider.

“Orchards were once a familiar sight throughout Britain. They were a continual source of nourishment and beauty, marking the passing seasons and sustaining long-lived local traditions tied to the orchard calendar.

“Each parish or farm could boast its own small collection of distinct apples, whose names and uses were carefully guarded and handed down over the years. The Orchard House will give a centre and home to all these activities, as well as an opportunity for

To find out more about Apple Day at Swan Barn Farm, see What’s On (page 52).

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Capturing the moment

Kerry Jordan behind the lens

Self-taught photographer, wife, dog lover, book reader and countryside explorer, Kerry Jordan certainly lives life to the full at the heart of the Haslemere community.

In a short break from her latest photoshoot, Kerry offers an insight into her passion for photography, family life and future plans…

Background I was brought up in a council house in Manchester and ended up living in a woman’s hostel being classed as homeless while I was taking my GCSEs. I don’t think my grades suffered too badly, considering. I tried to put myself through college but with limited funds for books and the like, I got my first job in an office.

I lost contact with my family from the age of 15 up until 31, the year before I got Kerry Jordan

married. I was so incredibly proud to have my mum, sister and brothers at my wedding and I think this is why family photography in particular is so important to me. I don’t have any images of me as a child, or growing up with my siblings. I want to make sure other families have that gift.

What first inspired you to get into photography and why?

I wish I could say that I picked up a camera at the age of three and I just knew that’s what I had to do. It took a long time for photography to find me, and it started off with a little ‘point and shoot’ Canon Ixus which I took everywhere with me. Literally.

It was in my bag constantly. I was just drawn to documenting everything - a party, a flower, a portrait… I must have been pretty annoying… but I still do it now! When I decided I wanted a bit more creative control and bought my first DSLR (a Nikon D40 if I remember rightly) and I fell in love with it.

What do you believe are the key elements in being a successful photographer and why?

Recognising it’s not just about taking good photographs. In fact, it’s only a small part.

Networking, SEO, advertising, social media are so important. What’s the point in taking an amazing photograph if no one knows about it?

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For my kind of work, it was also recognising that it’s as much about who is in front of your camera as it is about your skill.

What have been your most memorable moments from your career so far?

Apart from doing cover images for Life in Haslemere you mean?! This last 12 months, when I finally decided to go full time, has been immense. I have met incredible people who have become amazing friends, I wrote my first business plan and put it into effect, and I got shortlisted for my region by the Wedding Industry Awards for 2013. Not bad for a year’s work!

Kerry’s striking portrait shots have proved the perfect fit for Life in Haslemere and Life in Petersfield, featuring as our cover shots on several occasions recently (including this edition).

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profile What is your long-term ambition either in or outside photography?

I am in the process of rebranding to aim more at family and kids’ portrait photography (some of my closest friends don’t know that yet, so there’s an exclusive!).

I would love to be recognised as someone who captures incredible images of everyday family life, including families worldwide.

It would be amazing to see different interactions in different countries. On my pet portrait side, someone suggested that my little project ‘Dogs in Doorways’ would make a great book. Now THAT would be pretty darn cool.

Outside of photography, I’m married, I have my three fur babies, and a house we couldn’t afford but love. Long term, it will be having a happy, healthy non-furry being running around...

What do you love most about the Haslemere community and why?

Just that - the community. I have worked with and become friends with more people in the last year than in five years of living in Surbiton. People are really interested in what’s going on, and seem to celebrate being part of the community. I love that we have things like the Haslemere Food Festival and theatre nights at Haslemere Hall, not to mention the stunning countryside. I feel like I have finally found home.

Kerry Jordan Photography, 07810 541685, www.kerryjordan.co.uk Kerry’s recent Dior-inspired shoot at Cowdray

Life on the fashion shop floor Whippet Snippets blogger Kerry Jordan meets Haslemere’s famous four-legged fashionista Morris, ‘head of security’ at Woodie & Morris fashion boutique...

Name, age and breed They call me Morris Minor (it’s Morris by the way), I’ve reached the grand old age of 9 and I’m a wire-haired Jack Russell (more fluff than wire it has to be said).

Any advice for any fashionconscious dogs out there?

Of course. Just wear what suits you, take absolutely no notice of trends and make sure you wear a colour that makes your eyes sparkle. Don’t be afraid to ask advice and go and try on something completely different once a week, you might be surprised. Oh, and make sure you shop local...

What’s your favourite colour?

I love bright colours but if I had to pick just one it would be red. I really, really love my Christmas jumper which has lots of red in it.

The humans are full of compliments when I wear it.

Do you miss Woodie?

Yes, I do. He was lovely and soft and very warm, he was my hot water bottle. Despite all this fluff I get a bit cold and I used to hop into his bed every night. He liked me cleaning his face in the morning - it’s good to have a chore or two. But the humans have given me new jobs in the shop, so that’s alright.

What’s your favourite food?

Staff lunches… they never learn, I spot their sandwiches in their handbags which they leave on the office floor and then pick my moment to pounce. Sandrina’s lost at least two lunches and I’ve put on a few kilos since I’ve been working in the shop.

What’s your most prized possession?

It’s a close call between my two beds or the two fan heaters. You know that term ‘hot dog’? Well that was made for me. There’s nothing more warming or more pleasurable than lying right in front of a fan heater. www.lifemags.co.uk

Morris (Photo by Kerry Jordan)

Most memorable moments from the shop floor...

My most memorable moments have come from visiting the changing rooms when they’re occupied. I like to sneak in under the curtain and say hello when they’re not expecting it.

Your favourite job in the shop?

One of my favourite jobs is ‘meet and greet’.

It’s probably because I’m very nosy so I like to see who’s coming into the shop. I’m also Head of Security so I make sure I look out the window to ensure everything is tickety boo. I wave at other dogs going past as well.

I haven’t had to chase after a shoplifter yet though I do keep my eyes peeled.

Postman: Love or hate?

I think I love him actually, he always gives me biscuits - especially if I bark and wag my tail at the same time!

Who’s your idol?

Woodie, always Woodie. I love big black velvety Labradors.

What’s the funniest thing your human does?

Well, they think it’s funny but it isn’t really.

They’re partial to a tipple or two after a day in the shop and I know exactly what’s going to happen. They pick me up, blow on my face and say “teddy” which means that I have to wipe my face with my paw… they all then laugh a lot. Maybe it is funny then...

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The law has been changed to ensure that separating couples always consider mediation as an alternative to a courtroom battle.

There is now a greater emphasis on couples seeking to resolve financial issues arising from separation or disagreements over the arrangements for their children considering mediation, collaborative law and arbitration.

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Community success story From fabulous flower arrangements to stunning singing, the first Chiddingfold Arts Festival proved a true community success story.

Initiated by St Mary’s Church, the festival aimed to provide a new venture for the village community, celebrating the arts while raising funds for charity (this year for Macmillan Cancer Support) and the ancient church building.

The church was filled with beautiful flower arrangements themed on ‘music’, co-ordinated by Jo Lavis. Meanwhile, the

modern church room was transformed into an art gallery, displaying works by Liphookbased artist Wendy Richards and Haslemere sculptor David Paynter.

Surrey Brass devoted their concert on the Friday evening to American music for the Fourth of July and David Gibson - previously a conductor and chorus master for D’Oyly Carte Opera - directed an exuberant concert performance of The Mikado, organised by Vanessa and Roger Crocker, with professional soloists and a ‘bring it and sing it’ choir.

The modern church room transformed into an art gallery

The church bells pealed forth with a quarter peal and the weekend finished with choral evensong in St Mary’s Church with the combined choirs of St Mary’s and St Bartholomew’s Church Haslemere.

Prestigious location for sculpture trail An unique art experience is in store for visitors to RHS Wisley, as Surrey Sculpture Society marks its 20th anniversary with a striking sculpture trail at the world famous RHS Garden Wisley

horticultural location.

This will be open to the public from Saturday 23 August to Sunday 28 September, featuring a diverse range of works by talented amateurs and gifted professional sculptors.

Sue Cundell, chair of Surrey Sculpture Society, said: “Surrey Sculpture Society is delighted to be exhibiting at Wisley once again.

It is a prestigious location, and the amazing gardens provide a perfect setting to showcase our artists’ work.

“The exhibition will also form part of the society’s 20th anniversary celebrations, and it will be our 16th year exhibiting at Wisley.

Cross-country race for wildlife A pair of passionate charity supporters will soon tackle a gruelling cross-county run in support of Surrey Wildlife Trust (SWT).

On Saturday 4 October, SWT ranger James Herd and SWT volunteer Ben Habgood will run 65 miles across Surrey in 24 hours across 28 reserves owned and managed by the charity, from the east to the west of the county, starting at Staffhurst Wood near Oxted and finishing at Puttenham Common near Farnham.

The aim of the run is not only to raise money for the trust, but also to highlight the wonderful ‘Living Landscape’ of Surrey and the diverse habitats maintained by SWT for the benefit of people SWT ranger and wildlife.

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some of the county’s best-known and loved reserves such as Bay Pond, The Moors, Newlands Corner and Bagmoor Common, all of which support an amazing array of flora and fauna.

James explained: “We wanted to create a bespoke, physical challenge that took part across Surrey, raised funds for the protection of Surrey’s wildlife and was supported by the people of Surrey.

“We have thousands of visitors to the reserves we manage every week, but most people have no idea of the vulnerability and scarcity of some of the wildlife and habitats they are enjoying, and we hope this fundraiser will help to raise the awareness of those factors.”

The pair hope to raise £5,000 for SWT, which will help to fund the important harvest mouse, otter and dormouse Living Landscape projects.

To find out more and donate, visit the JustGiving page: www.justgiving.com/raceforwildlife Surrey Wildlife Trust, 01483 795440, www.surreywildlifetrust.org

We appreciate the creative collaboration with Wisley and look forward to future exhibitions.”

Carol Orwin, Surrey Sculpture Society exhibition manager, commented: “The Surrey Sculpture Society show at Wisley is the brilliant start for many new works of art.

Our sculptors regularly produce exciting new work for the exhibition, all of which is accommodated by the great variety of locations around the garden. Their artistry and industry is much appreciated by visitors, many of whom are inspired to buy sculpture for the first time.”

RHS Wisley, 0845 260 9000, www.rhs.org.uk/wisley

Pack a picnic Pancreatic Cancer Action (PCA) is encouraging keen fundraisers to pack a picnic and enjoy the summer sun while raising awareness of pancreatic cancer.

The Liphook-based charity has launched a free purple picnic pack, available online, which includes essential picnic kit, such as cups, napkins, plates and bunting, allowing anyone and everyone to host their own fundraising picnic.

Ali Stunt, founder and CEO of PCA, explained: “We decided that with all the lovely weather that we are having at the moment, it was a great opportunity to launch our purple picnic pack. We wanted to give people the chance to raise funds and awareness of pancreatic cancer while enjoying a picnic with friends and family.”

Pancreatic cancer, despite being the fifth most common cause of cancer death in the UK, receives only 1% of overall research funding.

PCA aims to get more people diagnosed in time for surgery - currently the only potential for a cure.

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Action-packed BioBlitz

Exploring the Mini BioBlitz table

Surrey Wildlife Trust aimed to educate and enthuse the local community about the county’s wonderful wealth of wildlife at BioBlitz 2014.

This year’s event, at Newlands Corner, Guildford, provided local people with a rare opportunity to join experienced recorders for a packed day of wildlife surveys.

More than 300 visitors joined the trust over a 24-hour period to take part in a wide variety of surveys, including bats, birds, butterflies, invertebrates, plants, mammals, moths and trees.

Meanwhile, plenty of fun-filled activities offered entertainment for all the family, including a mini children’s BioBlitz, bug hunting, pond dipping, forest schools taster sessions and astronomy.

More than 400 species were recorded on the day, but the final figure continues to rise as experts verify and examine their finds. 122 plant species were recorded, along with 42 birds, 135 moths, 16 butterflies, 12 mammals, four dragonflies and more than 50 other

invertebrates.

Importantly, a host of species associated with chalk downland were discovered, illustrating Newlands Corner’s role as a vital link in the network of chalk grassland sites across Surrey.

SWT events manager Katy Gower said: “This year’s BioBlitz at Newlands Corner was a huge success! Thank you so much to all of the SWT staff and volunteers who helped on the day and to the experts from the Surrey Amphibian and Reptile Group, Surrey Bird Club, Guildford Astronomical Society, Butterfly Conservation, Surrey Mammal Group, West Weald Fungus Recording Group and Merrist Wood College who made the day so great.”

Surrey Biodiversity Information Centre project officer Catherine Burton commented: “There was a wonderful atmosphere at this year’s BioBlitz with everyone getting stuck in to help with wildlife surveys and species identification. This year we saw an increasing number of young recorders that were really keen to learn from the county’s experts. At times they even helped us to find some scarcer species that had eluded some of the survey leaders!

“Enthusiasm for the SWT BioBlitz grows year-on-year and has become a fantastic tool not only to increase our knowledge of some of the species living on our reserves but also to encourage more people to take up wildlife recording.”

Surrey Wildlife Trust, 01483 795440, www.surreywildlifetrust.org

Stunning array of wildlife The view over Harting Down

On a stunning summer’s day, members and guests of Haslemere Natural History Society (HNHS) joined Jill Fry for a morning walk on Harting Down, followed by a glorious afternoon at Coulters Dean looking for flowers, birds and butterflies.

The path along the side of Harting Down, with the Weald below and looking towards the Hampshire Downs, was bordered by extensive meadows full of chalk-loving plants, such as Pyramidal orchid, the semiparasitic Yellow Rattle and Red Bartsia, Hedge and Ladies Bedstraw. In all, more than 50 flowering plants were recorded.

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Meadown Brown, Small Skipper, Comma, Peacock, Ringlet, recently-emerged Small Tortoiseshell and Small Heath. Six-spot Burnet Moths were spotted, along with a Red-tailed Bumble Bee. The sightings and sounds of the birds too were a delight: Chiff Chaff, Wren, Skylark, Yellowhammer, Linnet, Whitethroat and Buzzard.

In the afternoon, some members went on to Coulters Dean, a small but outstanding reserve where swathes of yellow, blue and mauve flowers made a beautiful tapestry.

The number of flowers of Round-headed Rampion - known as the ‘Pride of Sussex’ was impressive.

Jill pointed out both Nettle-leaved and Clustered Bellflower, Dewberry, Squinancywort, Quaking Grass, Hoary Plantain and Sweet Briar. The most often seen species of butterfly - Marbled White, Ringlet, Meadow Brown and Small Skipper nectared on the Giant Knapweed.

The event was part of a series organised by HNHS to raise awareness and appreciation of the natural world of Haslemere and the surrounding area.

Haslemere Natural History Society, www.haslemerenaturalhistorysociety.org.uk

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A wetland discovery boat safari at Arundel

Wonders of the wetland

A boat safari proved the perfect way for members of Haslemere Natural History Society (HNHS) to fully explore the Wildfowl and Wetland Centre at Arundel.

Powered by electricity, the boat is almost silent and travels through three different wetland habitats: wet meadowland, woodland and reedbed.

The Water Vole proved elusive to some, if not all of the group, but there were other interesting sightings: Roach, Sticklebacks, Black-tailed Skimmer, Dragonflies, a Hairy Dragonfly and Broad-bodied Chasers.

However, several members saw a very active Water Vole not far from the Reed Bed Walk.

One very exciting sight was a pair of Swallows feeding their young in a nest which was tucked away out of sight in the corner of the Reed Bed Hide. The young were completely silent - until the food arrived!

At the Sand Martin Hide, a colony of Black-headed Gulls was busy with their young, again of varying ages. Some heard Cetti’s Warblers, Whitethroat and Reed and Sedge Warblers. Reed Warblers and a very handsome male Reed Bunting were also spotted.

The Wildfowl and Wetland Trust has a collection of about 250 rare breeds of waterfowl which are endangered and is committed to returning as many to the wild as possible.

There are around 10 native breeds that regularly visit the trust’s Arundel site, such as Mallard, Coot and Moorhen and numerous Black-headed Gulls.

The event was part of a series organised by HNHS to raise awareness and appreciation of the natural world of Haslemere and the surrounding area.

Haslemere Natural History Society, www.haslemerenaturalhistorysociety.org.uk The Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust (WWT) is a conservation charity that saves wetlands, which are essential for life itself.Wetlands are the primary source of drinking water for people and wildlife.They also connect us with nature, and with ourselves, through beautiful landscapes and inspiring encounters with wildlife.

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Preparation is

everything These preparations of course vary depending on the age of the child, but generally the younger the pupil, the more important they are.

One of the best ways to help young children starting school is to make sure they can manage their clothes.

Another idea is to talk to your children about the school and their teacher. They may have met their new teacher at the end of last term, but it is definitely worth talking about them as the new term approaches, and emphasising the positive aspects of being back at school.

Talking about lunchtimes is also important for younger children. Help them to balance and carry things so they are ready for carrying their meal tray, and ask them to help prepare packed lunches if that’s what they will have at school.

Parents also need to be aware of bedtimes, and getting young children to bed early in the weeks before school starts to prepare

them for early mornings and tiring days.

Reasonable bedtimes are also important for secondary school pupils, and they need to start getting into a routine of going to bed and getting up at decent times at least a week before school starts.

Parents of children starting a new school should help them plan a route if they will be walking on their own for the first time, and stress to them that they should always follow that route so parents know roughly where they will be at any given time.

Children should also gradually cut down time spent playing on computer games, so it will be easier to be without them when they go to school. Instead, they should use the time to read, or go outside for some fresh air.

Shiny new shoes, pencil cases and rucksacks all lined up in shop displays are proof positive that it’s time to get set for the new school year

back to school blues Beat the

Get set for the new school year and help your children settle in swiftly by encouraging them to take these simple steps towards a successful autumn term…

1) Make a firm decision to stick to your new routine and timetable - this will help you get back into the swing of things more easily.

Get up when your alarm goes off and get to wherever you need to be on time - whether it’s the school bus stop or your science lesson.

2) Your first day back is a good chance to clean your desk area and make sure you have a healthy and hygienic new work station. You can always jazz it up with some fun stationery or pictures if your teacher approves.

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3) Try to make sure you take some healthy food to school. Pick snack foods that boost your health, such as fresh fruit and lowfat dairy products. Also, try to drink water throughout the day - this will help to keep you active and your brain sharp.

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The summer holidays may be over, but a trouble-free start to the school year for both parents and children can easily be achieved by following some simple steps and quick tips to avoid the back-to-school blues…

4) Throw yourself fully into any sports or exercise you do. Go on, blow away those cobwebs!

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For younger children, writing postcards or a diary in the weeks before school starts can help them get used to writing again.

Following such simple practical and emotional advice should in the short term ease the return to the classroom and help children gradually become more confident and independent.

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5) Pay attention to the way you sit in your chair at your desk or assemblies. Try to sit as straight as possible. Good posture is great for your back and great training for later life!

It will also help you to feel more alert and you’ll be more comfortable.

6) Always remember, if any other children are bothering you, tell a trusted adult if you think you’re being bullied.

7) If you walk or cycle home from school, remember to make sure you’re seen. Wear bright clothing or reflective stickers and try to buddy up with someone who lives near you so you’re not on your own.

8) If you get homework to do, just try and get it done as soon as possible. The longer you leave things, the worse they feel and

the bigger the job seems. Do it straightaway, and then you can relax and enjoy yourself without the thought of it bothering you.

9) Always prepare for the next school day where you can. Put anything you need to take in your bag and lay out your clothes ready. Being prepared always helps to keep you feeling on top of things and much more relaxed.

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10) Get as much sleep as you can. School can be tiring and if you’re getting up early and running around a lot of the day, you need to recharge. Make a set time to go to bed at night - this way you’re less likely to have problems sleeping. Then you’ll be raring to get back to school the next day!

Advice courtesy of Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust ‘The child first and always’, www.gosh.nhs.uk Issue 47 August / September 2014

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On the path to success at King Edward’s School

Independent thinking reaps rewards Pupils at King Edward’s School in Witley set the benchmark high in their International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma exams, achieving an outstanding 100% pass rate.

An impressive 75% of grades in the exam - considered to be the global ‘gold standard’ for school leavers - were at the equivalent to A-level A*-B grades.

The average score was 33.4 points, well above the national average and the best result for King Edward’s since 2009.

Denys Natykan and Anton Sharapov both scored a world-class 42 points (out of 45) the average score for IB students is 30 points out of 45. Denys will be taking up a place at Cambridge to read computer science, while Anton can now look forward to studying aerospace engineering at Imperial College, London. River Clarke achieved 41 points, which provides her passport to study history at Bristol University. Charlie Beckwith, from Chiddingfold, secured his place at Edinburgh University with a score of 38. Charlie will be reading History and Politics in 2015, following an action-packed gap year. Morgan Johnson (who gained 35 points) has won a highly coveted place on the prestigious KPMG Channel Islands MyCareer Training

Programme, which integrates professional studies with technical training to help launch a career in accountancy.

King Edward’s headmaster John Attwater said: “I am absolutely delighted for this year’s leavers: they have worked extremely hard and thoroughly deserve their success.

The IB has shown once again that it rewards hard work, organisation and independent thinking, and allows students to demonstrate the skills that universities and employers across the world are looking for.

“UK tuition fees have made the market for higher education a truly global one with the best students having access to a staggering choice of universities worldwide. At King Edward’s we have worked hard to keep abreast of these developments to ensure our pupils always benefit from the most up-todate, sound advice.”

King Edward’s School in Witley, one of Surrey’s leading independent co-educational day and boarding schools, will be celebrating 10 years of the IB in September 2014 and has a number of events planned to mark the anniversary.

King Edward’s School, 01428 686700, www.kesw.org

Woolmer Hill school uniform available at Clova

The summer holidays usually fly past and before you know it, the annual rush to kit your child out for the return to school has begun. Preparation is key, so kit them out in plenty of time, so you can sit back, relax and enjoy the rest of the summer holidays…

Top tips for sorting school uniform in time for the new term…

Always try and buy early

Ideally aim to shop before the end of July or in early August.

Know what you need

It is worth checking whether your child’s school has a uniform list, so you know exactly what they will need.

All in one

The Royal School has strong connections with the arts

Royal School leading the way The Royal School is growing - it has a daycare, nursery, junior school, girls’ senior school, boys’ senior school and a sixth form.

It is the only school in Surrey to teach boys and girls separately with educational visits, off-site activities and clubs for all together.

In the latest league tables, The Royal School is the second highest independent school in Surrey for average GCSE score and in the top 3% of schools across the UK for improving students’ predicted GCSE results. On average, 40% of its A Level students are awarded A*-A grades.

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of pupils who represent their county/region and country and have enjoyed recent county success in team sports, and there are five international players and coaches among the PE staff.

Meanwhile, the school’s choirs perform nationally and its sixth form production is staged at the Electric Theatre in Guildford, while strong links with Yvonne Arnaud Theatre allow pupils to perform at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival.

The Royal School, 01428 605805, www.royal-school.org

Try to buy most of your uniform together.

This idea might seem like a big task, as it’s an expensive business and it’s often the last thing your children want to do, but it means you can try everything on together to make sure jackets and coats fit over the rest of the uniform, and trousers sit well with shoes.

Label everything

Things are easily left on the bus, lost on playing fields, or mistakenly taken from coat pegs. Name tapes offer a choice of fonts and finishes, and can be discreetly sewn into clothing, bags and pencil cases.

Use them in school shoes too!

Clova in Wey Hill sells school uniforms for primary and secondary schools, and is an official supplier for Woolmer Hill, Bohunt and St. Bartholomew’s Schools.

Clova, 01428 653935, www.clovahaslemere.co.uk Issue 47 August / September 2014

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Sparkling send-off

The Ditcham Park School prom 2014

A beautiful summer’s evening in the heart of the South Downs provided a perfect sendoff for Ditcham Park pupils preparing for a bright future beyond the classroom.

Year 11 pupils celebrated the end of their GCSE exams and their time at the school with a sparkling prom.

The evening began with the arrival of pupils - girls dressed in beautiful gowns and boys wearing immaculate suits - in many imaginative forms of transport, including vintage cars, an American-style truck, an army truck, canoes and even a carnival float!

The South Downs Hall was transformed into a glittering, silver setting of lights and sparkling decorations thanks to the Friends of Ditcham Park School.

Guests enjoyed a delicious dinner with live entertainment from an amazing magician, before sharing amusing stories of school life.

The party continued with a disco, together with a photo booth to record friends and happy memories of Ditcham Park School.

Ditcham Park School, 01730 825659, www.ditchampark.com

Flawless track record Highfield and Brookham Schools are charming country Prep and Pre Prep boarding and day schools set in sumptuous 175 acre grounds on the border of

A high standard is assured at Highfield and Brookham

Hampshire, Surrey and Sussex in Liphook.

The facilities are enviable, and include extensive sports pitches, an indoor swimming pool, new science labs, a music school and an art school.

Highfield enjoys outstanding academic success and has been preparing pupils for the top education establishments in England for more than a century, with a flawless track record for securing every child’s place at their first choice senior school and an excellent scholarship success rate.

Highfield and Brookham, 01428 728000, www.highfieldschool.org.uk

Dedication pays dividends A former King Edward’s School pupil has joined the academic elite, achieving a first class degree in Land Economy from The University of Cambridge.

Hannah Grealish, 21, from Milford, studied at King Edward’s as a day pupil for seven years and moved to the prestigious university in 2011 to take up the UK’s only Land Economy degree course.

Along with Hannah Grealish achieving considerable academic success at King Edward’s, Hannah also showed great prowess on the sporting field during her time at Witley’s independent co-educational boarding and day school. Such was her passion for sport, that Hannah even succeeded in establishing a King Edward’s girl’s football team.

Commenting on her degree success, Hannah said: “Of course I am delighted, particularly as I wasn’t really expecting a first.”

Hannah can now enjoy a relaxing summer before heading off to the bright lights of London in September, when she is due to take up a role in project management for a construction company.

King Edward’s School, 01428 686700, www.kesw.org

A passionate performance After months of careful planning, casting and rehearsals, Haslemere Preparatory School for Boys took to the stage at The Aldridge Theatre, Frensham Heights, to perform Joseph and The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat.

It was the most ambitious and largest performance the school has ever achieved, with all the boys in years 5-8 (85 in total) having a role to play and remaining on stage throughout the entire performance. Staff and old boys from the school also played their part in the production.

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who took to the stage like a natural, and her amazing voice brought much of the audience to tears.

Meanwhile, the Haslemere Prep rock band seized the chance to showcase their talents, providing the accompanying music with passion and energy.

The enjoyable and professional performance demonstrated the hard work and commitment invested in the production by all involved.

Haslemere Preparatory School, 01428 642350, www.haslemereprep.co.uk

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Bringing out ‘‘ the best in boys’’

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Rising to the challenge Scores of school pupils from across the local area recently descended on The Royal School for the 21st girls’ and second boys’ challenge days.

Children from 11 local schools excelled

The triumphant South Farnham B boys

in a wide range of activities throughout the day. At Haslemere, the girls took part in PE, drama, history and science challenges, while over at Hindhead, the boys’ skills in science, PE, maths and IT were put to test.

A barbecue lunch and plenty of space to run around meant that parents joining for the awards ceremony picked up very tired but happy children.

St Bartholomew’s girls and South Farnham B boys were the overall winners.

The Royal School, 01428 603052, www.royal-school.org

Setting the standard Talented pupils at Barrow Hills School in Witley set the standard with a typically strong performance in the Common Entrance exams.

Every pupil passed, meaning that they are all allocated a place at their first choice of senior school, and thus maintaining Barrow Hills’ 100% success rate at Common Entrance. Not only did all pupils pass, but they did so in style, earning an array of scholarships, awards and exhibitions including academic, all-rounder, music, drama, sport, performing arts and photography.

Aimee Tan, director of teaching and learning at Barrow Hills, explained: “Preparation for Common Entrance does not begin in Year 7. Working in partnership with their parents and teachers over the course of their Barrow Hills careers, our pupils have gradually developed the banks of knowledge and understanding, and the learning habits necessary for their successes.

“We are incredibly proud of their results but perhaps even more so of their efforts.

Well done and congratulations to all.”

The Year 8 pupils celebrated their success with an exciting and varied post-exam timetable, including a trip to the Ardèche, before returning to school for prize day and a final farewell.

Barrow Hills School, 01428 683639, www.barrowhills.org.uk

Barrow Hills pupils passed their Common Entrance exams in style

Thinking skills put to the test Five local schools joined forces in an actionpacked Thinking Skills day at The Royal School in Haslemere.

Seventy Year 1 children from Grayshott Primary School, Greatham Primary School, Liphook Infant School, Petersfield Infant School and The Royal Junior School spent the day honing their thinking skills, working in teams of four to tackle a variety of

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challenges.

The pupils were required to demonstrate their problem-solving, team work, creative thinking and questioning skills to complete the activities successfully.

This year, children enjoyed designing and making a house for a mouse, tried to solve the mystery of the teachers’ missing chocolate biscuits, recreated twodimensional pictures using a variety of shapes and tackled a treasure hunt around the school grounds.

Fortified by a barbecue lunch, the children successfully completed these challenges and also found time to enjoy listening skills, drama and PE exercises.

The Royal School, 01428 603052, www.royal-school.org

Barrow Hills pupils experience a learning revolution

Vision of the future

Barrow Hills School has joined forces with Samsung to revolutionise teaching at the traditional prep school.

Pupils and teachers have been equipped with the latest Samsung Galaxy Note Pro and 10.1 devices and digital S-pens, which connect to Samsung Wi-Fi connected classrooms, and work is shared on large 60-inch interactive touch-screen displays that have been installed at the front of each classroom.

The school selected this range of Samsung devices to create a new interactive and engaging learning environment, helping their pupils develop a more self-guided learning style.

A Virtual Learning Environment (VLE), accessible via the cloud, provides access to a range of documents. This technology makes lesson preparation and marking much quicker, meaning less time on administration and more time in the classroom.

Matthew Unsworth, headmaster at Barrow Hills School, explained: “Barrow Hills is the first prep school in the country to move towards a digital school bag.

“We are delighted to be driving forward the future of education by focusing on the development of transferrable skills and guided, independent learning rather than the acquisition of facts, empowering our children to become 21st century explorers.

“We will be preparing our children for the future whilst at the same time maintaining the traditions of prep school education.

“Our ethos is to educate the whole child, find out what they do best and celebrate their successes in our school community.

“Investing in Samsung’s innovative technology enhances our teaching and learning enabling us to be better still in preparing our children for greater things.”

Andy Griffiths, president of Samsung UK & Ireland, said: “We always look to inspire young people to unlock their learning potential through the use of technology, and we’re delighted to support Barrow Hills School’s journey to help provide new teaching methods powered by technology.

“The staff and pupils are using Samsung Galaxy Notes in new, creative ways every day and children are already developing selfsufficient and inquisitive learning styles.”

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Motivated to succeed

The two-seater rickshaw

Prior’s Field boarding and day school for girls in Godalming aims to inspire pupils with an ambitious and tailored, all-round education.

Julie Roseblade, head of the GSA school for girls aged 11 to 18, describes its philosophy as “being positive, aiming high and having a go”.

She explains: “We focus on participation,

motivation, self-belief and enjoyment to bring out the best in young people. There is no need to drive the girls with relentless pressure. Here, they want to do their best and are motivated to succeed.”

Each year, Prior’s Field pupils achieve excellent examination results, leaving school as well-balanced, rounded individuals, determined to make a positive difference to the world they will help to shape.

The next Prior’s Field School open events will be on Saturday 4 October 2014 and Saturday 7 February 2015, from 10am to 1pm.

Individual tours and meetings with the headteacher can be arranged by contacting the admissions manager on 01483 813402.

Prior’s Field School, 01483 810551, www.priorsfieldschool.com

A true inspiration A sporting leader inspired pupils from Haslemere Preparatory School for Boys to perform to the maximum and fulfil their future potential.

Director of Harlequins Rugby Club Conor O’ Shea was the guest speaker and prize giver at the school’s recent speech day at Haslemere Hall.

Conor, who chalked up 35 international caps for Ireland and 127 team appearances for London Irish (scoring 412 points including 62 tries), emphasised that it is giving your best that is most important in life.

Under the leadership of the newlyappointed headmaster Rob Smith, all Haslemere Prep Year 8 boys were awarded places at their first-choice schools.

This year, the leavers will progress to Cranleigh, Portsmouth Grammar, Royal Grammar School, Guildford and Seaford College. Two pupils received scholarships from Portsmouth Grammar School.

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Nurturing curiosity Happy children make the best learners, and St Ives School Haslemere aims to foster a love of learning, nurture curiosity and help girls see the world from a wider perspective.

Small class sizes, specialist teachers, including dedicated SENCO support, ensure that every child is able to reach their full potential.

St Ives is a truly independent, nonselective preparatory school and prides itself on the broad range of senior schools it feeds locally and beyond.

St Ives School, 01428 643734, www.stiveshaslemere.com

Bringing out the best

be incorporated into the senior GCSE curriculum.

St. Edmund’s School headmaster Adam Walliker said: “I believe that a quality education is about more than academic success, it is about developing wellrounded, confident and compassionate young people, who want to excel and make a positive contribution to society.”

Aldro is an independent day and boarding prep school for boys aged seven to 13, located in a beautiful and quiet setting in Shackleford, West Surrey.

The school’s core aim is to bring out the best in boys, who move on at 13+ to a wide range of schools including Charterhouse, Eton, Harrow, Radley, the Royal Grammar School Guildford, Wellington and Winchester.

Aldro has an outstanding record of success in winning scholarship awards, both academic and for music, art, sport and all-round abilities.

The school’s Christian ethos helps to promote a warm and caring environment, and pupils have opportunities to pursue a huge range of activities outside the classroom, from the conventional - such as sport, music, art and drama - to the exciting, such as den-making, shooting, rowing, sailing and fishing.

This helps to explain why Aldro boys go on to thrive at their senior schools - and beyond.

St Edmund’s, 01428 604808, www.saintedmunds.co.uk

Aldro Preparatory School for Boys, 01483 810266, www.aldro.org

Haslemere Prep headmaster Rob Smith with Conor O’Shea

To conclude the successful speech day, the headmaster invited the Head Boy (Arthur Cartwright) and Deputy Head Boy (Charlie Conway) on stage to deliver their own speeches.

Haslemere Preparatory School, 01428 642350, www.haslemereprep.co.uk

A new dawn at St Edmund’s

St Edmund’s School in Hindhead is entering an exciting new era, reaching beyond Prep school with its first Year 9 opening in September.

Maintaining the school’s successful formula of a traditional education with a modern twist, St. Ed’s will provide a fresh alternative to existing Senior Schools.

Set in 40 acres of Surrey countryside, the wide variety of co-curricular activities currently available to the Prep School will

Fostering a love of learning at St Ives

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Quintessentially British Yvonne Arnaud Theatre, James Lance speaks to Life in Haslemere editorial manager Henry Ascoli, offering an insight into the classic British comedy and his passion for performing on stage…

John Gordon Sinclair (Jeeves) and James Lance (Bertie Wooster) (Photo by Uli Weber)

The award-winning Jeeves & Wooster takes to the main stage at Guildford’s Yvonne Arnaud Theatre in September, promising a delightful evening of theatrical absurdity.

When a country house weekend takes a turn for the worse, Bertie Wooster (James Lance) is unwittingly called on to play matchmaker, but also to steal a silver cow creamer from Totleigh Towers. Naturally, the ever dependable Jeeves (John Gordon Sinclair) is there to prevent Bertie from making a fool of himself in front of a cast of Wodehouse’s finest characters.

During their West End run, and ahead of the national tour which opens at Guildford’s

What inspired you to get into acting and what do you love most about it?

I feel that my mission in life is to make people laugh, and I’m very fortunate to have a job that I thoroughly enjoy day in, day out.

I’m in a great place at the moment and for me this is the cherry on the cake, having the opportunity to perform in such a brilliant production.

Jeeves & Wooster is, in many ways, an antiquated theatrical comedy, but at the same time it’s also very fresh and a real treat to perform.

What do you believe is the enduring appeal of Jeeves & Wooster and why?

There are so many brilliant facets to the novels which chime with the national consciousness.

PG Wodehouse creates this wonderful vision of Britishness at its very best: long, relaxing afternoons drinking champagne and enjoying

a picnic by the river. These are the kind of occasions we might enjoy once or twice a year, but in Jeeves & Wooster they are an almost daily occurrence. I think the audience associates with this idyllic vision and it reminds us all of the great aspects of being British.

How does the production evolve during the tour and what aspects are brought to the fore?

When you’re on tour, you’re very lucky to be able to practise your role every day and constantly hone the performance to suit the audience and acoustics of the venue.

You tend to highlight little moments and pick out key aspects of the show, which evolve and develop with every performance.

Jeeves & Wooster is a wonderfully textured production, quintessentially British and truly delightful.

Jeeves & Wooster in Perfect Nonsense is on the main stage at Guildford’s Yvonne Arnaud Theatre from Wednesday 24 September to Saturday 4 October.

Guildford’s Yvonne Arnaud Theatre, 01483 440000, www.yvonne-arnaud.co.uk

Glorious garden party

Members of the Surrey Sculpture Society at Loseley Park

Gifted amateurs and talented professional sculptors gathered to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Surrey Sculpture Society at a glorious garden party within the wonderful walled gardens of Loseley Park.

The event also proved the perfect opportunity for guests to gain a glimpse of the society’s striking sculpture trail currently

on display at Loseley Park.

Sculptor Crispen Rayner, the first chairman and president of the society, cut the special celebration cake at the event and spoke of the inspiration behind forming the society in 1994.

From humble beginnings of just 14 Surreybased sculptors, the society has grown into a major regional arts organisation with more than 350 members from across the south east. The society welcomes both professional and talented amateur members, who stage major events annually in prestigious venues including RHS Wisley, Beaulieu, Loseley Park and Guildford Cathedral, along with many more renowned locations.

The society also aims to promote interaction between sculptors, to encourage an appreciation of sculpture through the various exhibitions, and has a lecture

programme delivered by renowned sculptors.

Loseley Park has been the home of the More-Molyneaux family for more than 400 years. Michael More-Molyneaux commented: “We are delighted to welcome back the Surrey Sculpture Society on their 20th anniversary. Sculptures and gardens work extremely well together. They not only show off the sculptures but also help to highlight aspects of the garden. It is always a wonderful eclectic group of works which always appeals to a wide variety of tastes.”

For a full album of images of the sculpture trail by Henry Ascoli, visit the Life in Haslemere Facebook page.

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Heart of the community

The beautiful garden proved the perfect venue for the sculpture trail (Photo by Henry Ascoli)

AppArt’s Evelyn and Gwyn Phillips recently threw open the doors to their Grayswood home and studio for the first time to unveil a stunning sculpture trail and art exhibition.

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A select group of artists displayed a wide variety of artwork including ceramics, glass, jewellery, painting and sculpture.

The recently-completed terraces and garden provided an attractive setting to display the sculpture at the heart of the community.

Gwyn commented: “The hottest day of the year saw us open our studio and garden - months of preparation culminated in a glorious day to welcome visitors to Grayswood.

“It was a small, intimate gathering of participating artists, friends and guests who have supported us over the years. The garden and house were looking at their very best

and the artwork enhanced our whole living space.”

The AppArt summer exhibition featured work by Adam Aaronson,Victor and Glenys Ambrus, Geraldine Brock, Bobby Boud, Carolyn Bruford, Alison Catchlove, Christine Charlesworth, Maureen Davies, Diana King, Tuema Pattie, Jane Silk, Mark Swan and Joe Szabo.

For a gallery of images from the exhibition

by Henry Ascoli, visit the Life in Haslemere Facebook page.

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spotlight Permanently Bard producer Tom Tucker offers an insight into ‘Shakespeare in the garden’ and shares the secrets of the concept’s success…

What initially inspired the idea to perform Shakespeare in the garden?

The initial inspiration came while I was managing the Rose & Crown in Ealing. It has one of London’s sweet little hidden beer gardens that still has a grass lawn.

Very green, very lush. It was the World Cup Summer of 2010, and I wanted to send a signal to our regular customers that although we were showing the football games, we were not going to redefine ourselves as a sports pub. A play seemed to have the gravitas to balance the events calendar and get the neighbourhood intrigued. It was safe - no one’s ever heard of a Shakespeare hooligan - and almost everyone I mentioned the idea to thought it was nuts, so I knew I was onto a winner.

Why do you believe the concept has been so successful?

I think the success of the concept has relied on two things. First, the best written plays in the English language: Shakespeare remains popular after 450 years because his plays are masterpieces. Second, I think the surprise factor intrigues people. We’ve taken Shakespeare out of the theatre and put

him in an environment that initially seems wrong. This novelty grabs the imagination.

It combines two activities that work exceptionally well together.

How do you aim to provide a fresh approach to performing ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’?

I think the freshness comes to the production from the gardens themselves. Each garden is unique, each has its own entrances and exits, its own unique seating. The play is, of course, produced a lot, but I think our adaptation for beer gardens is lively and filled with fun.

It ‘in-your-face, on-your-lap’ Shakespeare.

Pub Shakespeare, as I like to call it, strips out any whiff of elitism and returns the plays to their populist roots. There are many levels on which to enjoy Shakespeare, when you put a little more into it, you can get more out of it, but I think the relaxed presentation we deliver with Permanently Bard appeals across a broad spectrum.

Shakespeare in the garden, www.fullers.co.uk/shakespeare Links Tavern, 01428 723773, www.links-liphook.co.uk

Broadway hits Haslemere!

A multi-award winning comedy classic will provide a fresh challenge for the Haslemere Players, who take to the stage to perform The Producers from Tuesday 21 to Saturday 25 October.

Written by Hollywood comedy genius Mel Brooks, The Producers is a saucy musical romp featuring a zany cast of characters, complete with hilarious song and dance numbers.

Max Bialystock is a washed-up, ageing Broadway producer who excels at romancing rich little old ladies to finance his shows.

When his timid accountant, Leo Bloom, reviews Max’s accounts, he calculates that if they raised more money than they actually

needed and produced a sure fire flop, they could make a small fortune!

Max and Leo find a script in the worst possible taste - Springtime for Hitler - a musical written by the sincere but deranged Third Reich enthusiast, Franz Liebkind.

They then hire the intensely flamboyant (and worst director on Broadway) Roger De Bris, and Ulla - the sexy Swedish actress who doubles up as their loopy secretary - along with a whole host of hysterically funny and eccentric characters for the cast. As opening night draws near, what could possibly go wrong?

Join The Haslemere Players in a riotous and risqué evening of entertainment - it’s not ‘PC’, it’s definitely PG (contains mild swearing and comedic sexual references), but it’s certainly a must-see!

This production will be in support of The Red Cross.

To book tickets and find out more, contact the Haslemere Hall on 01428 642161 or visit www.haslemerehall.co.uk

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arts Classic Shakespeare with a surprise twist

Unrequited love, mistaken identity and magical transformations…

Following the extraordinary success of Twelfth Night in 2013, Permanently Bard comes to The Links Tavern in Liphook to perform one of Shakespeare’s most notable plays: A Midsummer Night’s Dream.

This comedy play is famous for its ability to make the audience believe anything is possible, and portrays the events surrounding the marriage of the Duke of Athens, Theseus, and Hippolyta.

Permanently Bard is known for its raucous, interactive and fast-paced adaptations.

However, this performance will involve a surprise twist that will keep everyone on the edge of their seats... (see left)

Dates for the diary Arts and crafts month in Haslemere l Saturday

6 September Peasant Arts talk by Catherine Eyre Venue: Waverley Room, Haslemere Museum Time: 11am Price: £2 Contact: 01428 642112

l Saturday 6 - Saturday 27 September Contemporary arts and crafts exhibition Venue: Lecture Hall, Haslemere Museum Time: 10am-5pm (Tuesday to Saturday) Price: Free (Exhibitors selling work) Contact: 01428 642112 l Saturday 13 September Guided tour of local arts and crafts buildings

by Catherine Eyre Venue: Starts at Haslemere station Time: 2.30pm Price: Free Contact: 01428 642112 l Saturday 27 September Guided tour of St Christopher’s arts and crafts church Venue: St Christopher’s Green, Wey Hill, Haslemere Time: 11am Price: Free Contact: 01428 642112

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Atmospheric paintings at Oak Hall

Liphook Guides with the Mayor of Haslemere Penny Bradley at the exhibition opening

Unearthing Haslemere’s Great War links

Key local connections and fascinating personal stories behind the First World War have been unearthed by young historians in a Young Roots, Heritage Lottery-funded project at Haslemere Museum.

Young people from Liphook Guides and the Haslemere Young Person’s Exhibition (HYPE) team researched aspects of the Great War, concentrating largely on the Canadian troops stationed at Bramshott Camp.

The Guides were involved in every aspect of creating the exhibition, and began by looking at postcards and trench art, before visiting the site of the camp at Bramshott Chase and the Canadian graves at Bramshott Church.

This was followed by researching aspects of First World War to make the panels for the exhibition on a wide range of themes, including family members, the Girl Guides, women’s organisations, Bramshott Camp and Church and trench art and postcards linked to artefacts in the exhibition.

Meanwhile, the HYPE team created a film focused on the true stories of the Canadians based at Bramshott Camp, made with their own distinct style and creative license.

Haslemere Museum education officer Kay Topping said: “During the filming, there was a great deal of laughter and everyone really enjoyed the whole process.

“Because of this, I was a little worried that the film would not reflect the significance of the First World War commemorations.

But my worries proved to be totally without ground, as the film has just the right amount of gravitas while still allowing the HYPE team’s character to shine through.”

The Great War exhibition delves deep into a monumental period in world history and shines the spotlight on the heat of battle, but also incorporates interactive elements for children, including dressing up and designing postcards and posters.

The exhibition runs until Saturday 30 August at Haslemere Museum, 78 High Street, GU27 2LA (10am-5pm,Tuesday to Saturday).

Haslemere Museum, 01428 642112, www.haslemeremuseum.co.uk www.lifemags.co.uk

A diverse collection of atmospheric paintings has taken centre stage in an artist’s residence steeped in history, as artists return to Oak Hall at Wispers Park.

Striking paintings by Hindhead artist Alison Orchard are on display alongside an impressive selection of work by her students from ‘My Art Group’ until Friday 5 September (10am-5pm).

Alison is widely known for her seascape paintings of Cornwall and landscapes painted at the Devil’s Punchbowl and surrounding Surrey Hills. She has been running art classes for adults for the last five years and has recently moved her group to the beautiful surroundings of Oak Hall, now part of the Wispers Park retirement village.

Oak Hall was originally commissioned as a studio and home for the Scottish painter James Coutts Michie, and later housed the Wispers School for girls.

Residents at Wispers Park have welcomed the return of artists to the venue, noting the easels set up in the surrounding grounds and the diverse range of subjects explored by the students.

The group has recently been painting ‘en plein air’ at The Devil’s Punchbowl and

My Art Group at Wispers Park

Frensham Pond and earlier in the term enjoyed figure drawing in the company of a stunning flamenco dancer.

Alison said: “It is such a lovely place to paint, I think we bring back a little artistic life to the place.

“The art classes at Oak Hall are certainly far from what you might expect in a retirement village; judging from the charcoal-smudged faces coming out of her classes, I think people are enjoying the artistic life.”

The exhibition is open to the public throughout the summer, is free to visit and all work is available for sale.

My Art Group, www.myartgroup.co.uk

Unique reputation and repertoire

Godalming Jazz Band (Photo by Gabrielle Pike)

By Gabrielle Pike Haslemere Musical Society (HMS) recently celebrated its annual midsummer garden party at the historical Osbourne House in Liphook.

Society member Thea Jourdan hosted the event in her garden, where HMS president Sir Anthony Laughton, 87, welcomed long-time member and one-time professional singer Thelma Slade, who, although in her 90’s, still takes part in concerts and ran the choir for 20 years.

Guests were entertained by performances from the Godalming College Jazz Band, made up of 15 college students studying a range of subjects, and led by local musician Joe Yeadon, a member of the society’s orchestra, where he plays the violin.

Milland-based artist Alexandra Fraser exhibited her animal paintings and contributed a prize to the society’s popular fundraising raffle.

Founded in 1923, the Haslemere Musical Society consists of a symphony orchestra and choir and has been a major contributor to musical life in the area, having built a reputation for its high musical standards and

for producing exciting and enjoyable concerts.

Sir Anthony, who joined HMS 50 years ago, explained: “The Musical Society is one of only two in the country, which has its own orchestra of around 35 musicians and an 80-strong choir.

We have a young choir master, Christopher Hann, who sings at St Paul’s Cathedral and who has been with us for two years, as well as a famous musical director, James Ross, who teaches at Oxford.

“For our concerts, which are performed at either Haslemere Hall or St Christopher’s Church, we bring in an extra brass section.

They are usually very popular because we embrace the challenge of very difficult pieces, which are rarely performed by an amateur choir and orchestra. We have acquired a unique reputation and repertoire.”

Currently, the society is appealing for more talent to join its ranks, as male tenors and bass are needed for the choir, along with a wind section and strings for the orchestra. HMS runs four summer sessions which are open to all. One session is with both the orchestra and chorus and the others are normally for orchestra only. Various works are sight-read and performed with a guest conductor.

HMS meets at Haslemere Hall every Monday evening between 7.30pm and 10pm.The next orchestra concert takes place on Saturday 18 October at St Christopher’s Church in Haslemere, starting at 7.30pm and featuring pieces by Debussy, Butterworth and Mozart.

Tickets are £8 to £15, half price for under 18’s.

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A reputation for excellence

Left to right: Felicity Chapman, Kayleigh Rhodes, Catherine Beringer and Justine Lee

Significant growth at Charles Russell in Guildford has resulted in eight new appointments and seven promotions at the rapidly-growing law firm, while also helping to establish its reputation for excellence.

Catherine Beringer, charities lawyer; Kayleigh Rhodes, construction and engineering lawyer; Felicity Chapman, family lawyer and Justine Lee, commercial lawyer, have all joined the firm, which is moving to bigger premises in central Guildford in August - One London Square to accommodate further growth.

In addition, all four of this year’s trainee lawyers - Emily Chalkley, Stuart Fee, Sam Millne and Tom Plowman - have all

been offered and accepted positions following completion of their training contracts.

Duncan Elson, office head at Charles Russell, Guildford, explained: “Despite the difficult economic environment for legal services, Charles Russell has had a record year. Much of our success is due to our high-calibre legal teams across a range of sectors - including corporate and employment law, family and private client services, property and construction advisory work and all aspects of litigation.

“We have developed a reputation for excellence across all areas of our legal services, largely attributed to our approach of understanding and achieving our clients’ objectives. We are delighted to have strengthened the team with new appointments and promotions and look forward to continued success across the region, strengthened by our impending merger with Speechly Bircham which doubles our capability both in the UK and internationally.”

Charles Russell, which has been in Guildford for over 60 years, provides expert advice on both national and regional issues and also houses specialist teams with a national and international remit.

Charles Russell, 01483 252525, www.charlesrussell.co.uk

A vital helping hand

Patrick Kelly with his dad Tony

An ambitious young entrepreneur from Haslemere is offering a vital helping hand to local business owners overwhelmed by administration.

Patrick Kelly, 21, is developing an online app, BizButler, which will provide a simple solution for sole traders seeking to create a database of clients and customers.

The unusual inspiration behind BizButler was a frustrating evening at the family home in Haslemere, when Patrick’s father, Tony, threw a laptop across the floor and shouted: “I’m a 50 year old painter & decorator! I haven’t got time to sit here all night trying to do a quote! You do stuff for these damn things, Pat, can’t you just create something simple to do all my admin for me?”

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soon found most tradesmen were spending too many evenings silently cursing the amount of time taken up by administration.

Patrick explained: “Office software is great for people who work in offices all day, but for people like my father it’s a complete overkill.”

Patrick turned his attention to developing BizButler as an online solution where sole traders could find key details of clients and suppliers in a simple dashboard ready to view on a smartphone or internet-enabled tablet or PC. “I know I have the skills to develop a user friendly way to create and send documents to customers,” Patrick said. “I didn’t like being employed in a web design agency as I’ve always been entrepreneurial, so I’ve taken a gamble and left my job. I’m now working full-time developing the app.”

Tony commented: “I’m really proud of him. I’ve got plenty of work on, so I’m happy to pay him a couple of nights a week to paint magnolia walls and keep the wolf from the door!”

To find out more and register your interest in BizButler, visit www.bizbutler.co.uk or contact Pat on 07545 885099.

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Sharing skills key to success People sometimes say it’s not what you know but who you know … and in business it often seems to ring true. But Haslemere & District Chamber of Trade & Commerce takes a slightly different view, preferring to stress both the ‘who’ and the ‘what’.

With this in mind, the Chamber is campaigning to promote networking and education as the main pillars of its activity programme for the current committee’s term of office.

The focus on networking reflects the view that the Haslemere area has a vast range of businesses in many different fields - and for many entrepreneurs, the local area can provide an impressive source of new customers.

Networking with other business people helps to unlock this potential, directly or indirectly, and may conversely find new suppliers - even staff.

Haslemere Chamber combines networking with activities to share commercial experience and insights that can help to raise standards of business best practice - without disclosing ‘sensitive’ information or affecting anyone’s competitive edge. The Chamber sees the informal sharing of business skills in this way as an important aspect of strengthening the local economy.

Networking events, generally on the second Thursday of every month, provide a relaxed social environment for members to promote their products and services to fellow members.

The format of networking events ranges from single to multiple presentations, and sometimes is a presentation by a special guest speaker.

Business skills sharing (also with an element of networking) is the main purpose of the Chamber’s breakfast club, which meets usually on the third Thursday each month. Members gather for coffee and bacon butties before settling down to tackle stimulating business challenges.

Networking and education depend on people talking to each other, so in addition to the faceto-face communication opportunities provided by events and the breakfast club, the Chamber also encourages members to communicate with each other - and the public at large - through traditional media and new channels such as websites and social networks.

The ‘and District’ that Haslemere Chamber acknowledges is the area within a five-mile radius of Haslemere Town Hall. That represents more than 78 square miles, and includes parts of Surrey, West Sussex and Hampshire. It also includes thousands of local businesses, from sole traders upwards.

To find out more and join Haslemere & District Chamber of Trade & Commerce, visit www.haslemerechamber.co.uk Twitter: @HaslemereChmbr Life in Haslemere

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Outstanding commitment to care A home carer from Liphook has received recognition for her dedication and commitment at the Great British Care Awards.

Even with 28 years of experience in care, the national winner of the Home Carer of the Year Award 2014, Maddy Moll-Horrach from Petersfield, was still surprised to earn acclaim at the gala evening at The Grosvenor House Hotel in London.

Maddy has been working for Safe Harbour Homecare based in Liphook for 18 months, providing a range of support services mainly to elderly clients who wish to remain in their own homes, as well as some younger clients with Parkinsons and M.S. “I am very proud and honoured to have represented Safe Harbour and the team in receiving this prestigious award, as well as representing so many committed home carers across the country who face a rewarding, but sometimes challenging role daily,” Maddy said.

“Our clients are part of our team and it is wonderful to see their spirits lifted by this news. Having worked in care for over 28 years it is a wonderful achievement and very

hard to believe that out of so many excellent carers, I was chosen.

“I love looking after people. I feel that the elderly don’t get enough respect and understanding in general. I hope that I can enable the people I care for to fulfil their potential through the services that Safe Harbour provides, helping them to maintain their independence and stay in their own homes.”

Having nursed four members of her own family at end of life, Maddy has personal experience and understanding of the level of support that the client’s families also need.

Safe Harbour Homecare owner Valerie Hale said: “Maddy’s modesty belies her outstanding commitment to satisfying each and every client’s needs. She really gets to know each client and their family well, their preferences and aspirations and she clearly loves her job and goes the extra mile.

“It has been the realisation of Maddy’s dream to build a team of support staff who take pride in their dedication to promoting the independence and welfare of vulnerable adults. Everyone who works with Maddy at Safe Harbour is delighted that she has

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been given this national award. It reflects our passion for high standards of care delivery which promotes dignity, choice and independence. We are so proud of Maddy and we are also fortunate to have more wonderful carers like her in our team.”

Safe Harbour Homecare, 01428 722086, www.safeharbourhomecare.co.uk Great British Care Awards, 0115 959 6133, www.care-awards.co.uk

Maddy is presented with her award

Ground-breaking initiative The UK Parliament has announced a ground-breaking initiative to become the first dementia-friendly parliament in the world.

Alzheimer’s Society, the leading charity for people with dementia, is supporting the pioneering initiative, which will prompt all members, staff and the wider parliamentary community to improve their understanding of dementia and take action to support those living with the condition.

The initiative calls for Parliament to work towards making dementia awareness part of all newly-elected MPs’ inductions and to deliver Dementia Friends awareness sessions to all public-facing staff, allowing them to support external visitors living with dementia.

Parliament will also provide MPs and Peers with information and knowledge about dementia to help them assist constituents affected by the condition and direct staff with caring responsibilities for people with dementia towards support from the Alzheimer’s Society.

George McNamara, head of policy and public affairs at Alzheimer’s Society, said: “This ground-breaking initiative shows how UK Parliament is taking the leading role in supporting people with dementia, setting an example to other nations.

“In an open democracy the least we can do is make Parliament accessible to all, including the needs of those too often

overlooked.

“If everyone inside the walls of Parliament becomes dementia-friendly, it will be a massive step towards improving the quality of life of people with dementia up and down the country.”

Alzheimer’s Society’s Dementia Friends initiative aims to give people an understanding of what it is like to live with dementia and the small things we can all do to make a difference to people living with the condition.

Alzheimer’s Society, 02074 233500, www.alzheimers.org.uk

On top of the world

Veronica Kelland, a FitzRoy support worker at Donec Mews in Grayshott www.lifemags.co.uk

Scores of adrenaline-fuelled fundraisers overcame their fears to abseil the Spinnaker Tower in Portsmouth for FitzRoy. The team of 38, including FitzRoy staff, raised more than £6,500 in aid of the Petersfield-based charity, which helps people with learning disabilities to live more independently.

FitzRoy fundraising manager Jan Deane commented: “This is a truly fantastic result.

This money means we can provide the much needed extra support our service users need, often on a daily basis. Whether it is helping out with changing healthcare costs; or being able to provide assistive technology that provides independence, safety, and learning opportunities; or helping out with social

events and outings; this money will make a huge difference to the people we support.

“Thank you to everybody who put themselves up for this challenge for FitzRoy.” Veronica Kelland, a support worker at FitzRoy Donec Mews in Grayshott, said: “I felt very nervous but I had all my family and friends, and some of the people I support at Donec Mews, there to cheer me on.

“As soon as I stepped out onto the platform and heard them all cheering and clapping, I knew I could do it. I felt on top of the world when I reached the bottom, and the two lads I support gave me the biggest hug I’ve ever had from them.”

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Nestled amid Haslemere’s beautiful countryside, The Prince of Wales offers rustic food, top-class ale and welcome respite to weary walkers.

Expect first-rate service, lively conversation and friendly competition at the bar billiards table.

Tuesday Steak Night 2 Steaks and 2 Drinks ÂŁ20

OPEN ALL DAY A great pub for dinner and drinks, The Prince of Wales serves up perfect pints of beautifully kept cask ale, plus hearty portions of rustic, wholesome food.

THE PRINCE OF WALES Hammer Lane | Hammervale | Haslemere | Surrey | GU27 1QH Tel 01428 652600 Email theprinceofwaleshammervale@gmail.com

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An astonishing musical coup A pair of passionate classical music enthusiasts have succeeded in pulling off an astonishing musical coup for Grayshott.

Peter and Vivien Harrison, the cofounders of Grayshott Concerts, have commissioned a major new 40-minute choral work, ‘The Healer - A Cantata for St Luke’, from Welsh composer Karl Jenkins, who is acknowledged as the ‘world’s mostperformed living composer’.

The world première on Thursday 16 October will celebrate 10 years since their first event in 2004, which raised vital funds for their local parish church of St Luke, and will be recorded and later broadcast by Classic FM. In just 10 years, starting from scratch, Grayshott Concerts has evolved to become one of the most successful music groups in the region.

Their first ‘one-off’ concert in 2004 was a sell-out, and Grayshott Concerts now holds a regular series of sell-out events which not only attract top-flight performers including many heard daily on radio and at the world’s top concert halls, but also bring hundreds of music-lovers from an ever increasing area.

In 2012, Peter and Vivien received a national award for their ‘outstanding

contribution to music in the community’.

Dr Jenkins became the patron of Grayshott Concerts in 2009, which led to further performances of his works and even bigger plans for the group’s 10th anniversary celebrations this year including staging the world première.

At a cost of over £60,000, this is a significant project which covers its composition, publication and staging the world première at St Luke’s Church, with a second performance on the following day to cope with the world-wide interest which Karl’s work creates.

Through the determination of the two founders, Grayshott Concerts has, in a few months, raised almost all the funds needed, from members and Jenkins enthusiasts.

Vital support has also come from the event’s sponsors, Applegarth Farm, Huntington House and XL-erate Ltd. ‘The Healer’ will bear a dedication to the first performance at St Luke’s Church in Grayshott to appear on programmes, music scores and CDs for generations to come as Grayshott Concerts’ legacy to the village and its parish church.

Grayshott Concerts, 01428 606666, www.grayshottconcerts.co.uk

Local connections inspire debut novel

Barry in the Canadian Army

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Grayshott author Barry Uglow has put pen to paper on his first novel at the age of 83.

Illustrated by Headley-based artist Christopher Cole, ‘The Alien Stone: The Adventures of Professor Margrave’ begins in the mid-19th century, just after the American Civil War, and unfolds in southern England. The story centres on Professor Margrave, an important academic deeply involved in archaeology and the decipherment of ancient writings.

Barry was born in Hampshire and spent his teenage years here. He also spent several summers pre-war at his uncle’s house in Co. Kildare, Ireland.

As a young man, he served as a regular officer in the Canadian Army and travelled to numerous parts of the world, including the Middle East and the Congo, and also made several excursions to the Canadian Arctic and Greenland. Due to the amalgamation of the Canadian Armed Forces in the ‘60s, he also had the privilege of serving at sea, which opened up new vistas and an interest in Latin America.

After his retirement from the Canadian Army, Barry returned to the UK. Due to his keen interest in the literature of Arthur Conan Doyle, he moved to Grayshott, just a stone’s throw from the iconic author’s former residence.

This love of Conan Doyle’s work, along with his extensive life experience, and the beauty of East Hampshire, inspired Barry to complete his first novel.

Barry Uglow, www.thealienstone.co.uk

Peter and Vivien Harrison at St Luke’s Church (Image courtesy of Phil O’Connor Photography)

Dates for the diary l Saturday 16 August The Grayshott Market Venue: Grayshott Village Square Time: 9.30am Price: Free entry Contact: 07896 713233 l Tuesday 26 August Grayshott Jazz Club: Binky’s Dixie Demons Venue: Grayshott Social Club Time: 8.30pm Price: Free Contact: 01428 604041 l Thursday 4 September Grayshott Decorative and Fine Arts Society: The power and glory of our country houses Venue: Grayshott Village Hall Time: 2pm Price: Visitors - £7 (Membership £40pa) Contact: 01428 609342 l Wednesday 10 September Grayshott Illuminations Group Charity Golf Day Venue: Hurtmore Golf Club Time: 1pm Contact: 01428 608666 Grayshott Stagers: Presentation of 2015 Spring Musical Venue: Grayshott Village Hall Time: 7.30pm Contact: 01428 605464 l Saturday 13 September Last night of the proms Venue: St. Luke’s Church, Grayshott Time: 6.30pm Price: Free entry Contact: 07950 950017 l Saturday 20 September The Grayshott Market Venue: Grayshott Village Square Time: 9.30am Price: Free entry Contact: 07896 713233 l Saturday 27 September Grayshott Folk Club: Ken Nicol and Becky Mills Venue: Grayshott Village Hall Time: 7.30pm Price: Adults - £12, Children (under 16) - £6 Contact: 01428 607096 l Tuesday 30 September Grayshott Jazz Club: Binky’s Dixie Demons Venue: Grayshott Social Club Time: 8.30pm Price: Free entry Contact: 01428 604041 Issue 47 August / September 2014

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What’s on: August - September 2014 l Sunday 3 August Guided walk in aid of Haslemere Educational Museum Venue: Starts at Haslemere Educational Museum Time: 2.30pm Price: Min donation £2.50 Contact: 01428 642112 Haslemere Farmers’ Market Venue: Haslemere High Street Time: 10.30am-1.30pm Price: Free entry Contact: 07428 784876 l Thursday 7 August Rude Mechanical Theatre Co: The Wife Venue: Milland Recreation Ground Time: 7.30pm Price: Adult - £13, Senior (60+) - £12, Student - £10, Child (7-17) - £7 Contact: therudes@btinternet.com l Friday 8 August Open garden and cream tea Venue:The Stables, Bell Vale Lane, Haslemere Time: 3pm-6pm Price: £5 Contact: 07795 631826 l Sunday 10 August Glyndebourne Live: La Traviata Venue: Haslemere Hall Time: 5.30pm Price: £11-£15 Contact: 01428 642161 Open garden and cream tea Venue:The Stables, Bell Vale Lane, Haslemere Time: 3pm-6pm Price: £5 Contact: 07795 631826

l Saturday 16 August Liphook Off-Road bike ride Venue: Starts at Bohunt School, Liphook Time: Registration opens 8am Price: Adults - £17.50 (various routes), Children - Free Contact: 01293 574900 l Sunday 17 August Liphook Sportive Venue: Starts at Bohunt School, Liphook Time: Registration opens 8am Price: Adults - £17.50 (various routes), Children - Free Contact: 01293 574900 l Tuesday 19 August Falconry display Venue: Haslemere Museum Time: 1pm-4pm Price: Members - £3, Non-members - £5 Contact: 01428 642112

l Thursday 11 September Tennis, laughter and lunch Venue: Local courts and Haslemere Recreation Ground Time: All day Price: £20 per player (book in advance) Contact: 01428 643565

l Wednesday 27 Thursday 28 August Haslemere Singing Studio: Another opening, another show Venue: St Catherine’s School, Bramley Time: 7.30pm Price: £12 Contact: 01428 642161

l Friday 12 September Laughter and Lyrics Venue: Liphook Village Hall Time: 7.30pm Price: £70 for table of 10 Contact: 07792 100352

l Friday 5 - Saturday 6 September Haslemere Beer Festival Venue: Haslemere Hall Time: Friday 7pm-11pm, Saturday 12noon-4pm, 7pm-11pm Price: £5-£7 Contact: 01428 642161 l Friday 5 September Haslemere Museum Golf Day Venue: Foxbridge Golf Club, Kirdford Time: All day Price: £160 per team of four Contact: 01428 642112 l Saturday 6 September Saturday Night Jazz Venue: Petworth House and Park Time: 7pm-11pm Price: £35 per person Contact: 01798 343929 l Sunday 7 September Haslemere Farmers’ Market Venue: Haslemere High Street Time: 10.30am-1.30pm Price: Free entry Contact: 07428 784876

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l Wednesday 10 September National Theatre: Medea Venue: Haslemere Hall Time: 7pm Price: £11-£15 Contact: 01428 642161

l Friday 12 - Sunday 14 September Goodwood Revival Venue: Goodwood Motor Circuit, West Sussex Time: Gates open 7.30am Price: From £44 Contact: 01243 755055

l Saturday 27 September Haslemere Food Festival Venue: Lion Green, Weyhill Time: 10am-4pm Price: Free entry Contact: foodfestival@haslemere.com Apple Day Venue: Swan Barn Farm, Haslemere Time: 10.30am-3pm Price: Free entry Contact: 01428 652359 The General Wine Company Liphook Wine Fair Venue: Millennium Hall, Liphook Time: 11am-4pm

l Saturday 13 September Heritage Open Day Venue: Petworth House and Park Time: 10.30am-4pm Price: Free entry Contact: 01798 343929

Price: £5

Liphook Village Market Venue: Liphook Millennium Hall Time: 10am-12 noon Price: Free entry Contact: 07816 133348

Time: 8pm

l Sunday 14 September Second annual Punchbowl 10Km run Venue:The Devil’s Punchbowl, Hindhead Time: 10am Contact: 01428 656809 l Sunday 21 September Guided walk in aid of Haslemere Educational Museum Venue: Starts at Haslemere Educational Museum Time: 2.30pm Price: Min donation £2.50 Contact: 01428 642112

Contact: 01428 727744 The Richard Steele-Perkins Memorial Concert Venue: All Saints Church, Grayswood Price: £25 with supper at the Wheatsheaf Contact: shirley1941@btinternet.com l Sunday 28 September Spot the Spaniel and Purple Wag and Walk Venue: Petworth House and Park Time: 11am-4pm Price: Free entry Contact: 01798 343929 Billy Elliot The Musical: Live stream Venue: Haslemere Hall Time: 2pm and 7pm Price: £11-£15 Contact: 01428 642161 Issue 47 August / September 2014

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Prior’s Field School ............................... Page 39

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Advertisers in this issue Aldro School for Boys ...........................Page 37

Location Landscapes ............................Page 53

Anderson Rowntree............................. Page 46

Longdene Home Care ......................... Page 56

Avalon Garden Centre .........................Page 25

Macdonald Oates..................Page 29 and 46

Bartlett Tree Care.................................. Page 29

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Cat and Rabbit Rescue Centre......... Page 29

Midhurst Rother College.................... Page 41

Charles Russell....................................... Page 28 Clova ........................................................... Page 41 Cruickshanks ............................................. Page 3 Elstead Lighting ......................................Page 17 G Live ...........................................................Page 13 Godalming Mediation........................ Page 44 Grayshott Pottery................................. Page 44 Guildford Flooring..................................Page 17 Haslemere Prep School .......................Page 33 Highfield & Brookham Schools .......Page 35 Huntington House................................Page 55

Milkwood Care ......................................Page 49 Multisport Surfaces..............................Page 25

Robert Moodie....................................... Page 44 Snug Interiors ...........................................Page 2 Spire Portsmouth Hospital.................. Page 7 St Edmund’s Prep School....................Page 33 St Ives School...........................................Page 37 Station Garage.........................................Page 51

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Stricklands Dental Fitness Centre ... Page 11

Limelight Accountancy ...................... Page 39

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Liphook Garage .......................................Page 51

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Local Contacts Emergency Services Fire Surrey Fire and Rescue Service Head Quarters Croydon Road, Reigate RH2 0EJ 01737 242444 Haslemere Police Station, 46 West Street, GU27 2AB 0845 125 2222 Gas, Water and Electricity Electricity Emergency 0845 770 8090 Gas Emergency 0800 111 999 Southern Water 0845 278 0845 Health Acupuncture Health Centre The Five Elements, Beech Road, Haslemere GU27 2BX 01428 643015 Dr C Taylor & Partners, Haslemere Health Centre, Church Lane, Haslemere, Surrey GU27 2BQ 01483 783021

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Haslemere Hospital 01483 782300

BLISS 01428 642320

Holy Cross Hospital, Hindhead Road, Haslemere GU27 1NQ 01428 643311

Books On Wheels 01428 605498

Homecall Doctor, Warrenden, Weydown Road, GU27 1DS 01428 654786

Haslemere Gateway Club 01428 654496

the Third Age 01428 644350

Friends of Holy Cross Hospital

Haslemere Hard of Hearing

Hindhead Community Group 01428 607816

01428 683144

Support Group

British Heart Foundation 01483 419774

Guide Dogs for the Blind

01428 658190

01428 751572

Canine Partners for Independence 08456 580480

Haslemere Library

Haslemere Blind Club

01428 642907

Royal Surrey County Hospital 01483 571122

Care In Haslemere 01428 652505

Helplines, Support Groups & Charities

Cats Protection 01428 604297

Haslemere U3A University of

Crossways Counselling Service 01428 644333

01428 643971

Home-Start Farnham 01252 737453 Home-Start Butser 01730 233 755 Hoppa Community Transport 01428 681701

Haslemere Rotary Club

Haslemere and District

01428 722456

Volunteer Bureau

www.haslemererotary.co.uk

King’s World Trust for Children 01428 653504

Haslemere Society

Royal British Legion 01428 642675

01428 661166 Haslemere and District

01428 654681

Alcoholics Anonymous 0845 769 7555

Celebrate Marriage 01428 652368

Macmillan Cancer Support

Alzheimer’s Society 01428 642055

Cruse Bereavement Care 01483 418781

Haslemere and District

Arthritis Care Grayshott 01428 643625

Childline 0800 1111

07717836809

01428 648716

Haslemere Educational

The Orchard Club

Arthritis Research Campaign 01428 724741

Citizen’s Advice Bureau 0844 8487969

Museum

(formely Age Concern Haslemere)

01428 642112

01428 658190

01428 751524

Round Table Society

Samaritans 08457 909090

Haslemere Stroke Club 01428 653279 Haslewey Community Centre

Visitor Information Centre 01428 645425 Walks for Health 01428 644824 Women’s Royal Voluntary Service 01483 722708

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