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we’ve got everything you need for a fantastic February and March in Haslemere. Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and to ensure your day is truly lovely, we’ve put together an ultimate guide, including tips and advice for the perfect gift, day and meal. Staying in the mood of love, our wedding feature is filled with answers to frequent bride dilemmas from Haslemere’s experts. Then, as the temperature becomes ever so slightly warmer, we turn our attention to the outdoors. We’ve been finding out how to keep our gardens looking sensational this spring. And to ensure you’re looking sensational too, Haslemere’s newest fashion boutique, Hengelo, are offering the chance to win a £100 shopping voucher, marking their grand opening, in this issue’s fantastic competition. Remember follow us @lifemags on Twitter

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34 Business News

20 Food

36 Arts

Where to drink this Valentine’s and St Patrick’s Day Tasty Mother’s Day recipes

22 Promotion

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Welcome

News

Hindhead Honours; Young Undershaw Support; Haslemere Charter Fair; Jubilee Procession; New Chef; Winning Tale

Interiors

Metallic touches for your home

10 Weddings

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14 Valentine’s

Guide to the perfect Valentine’s Day

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24 Gardening

Spring tips for your garden

26 Profile

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28 Care

Investigating the Care Quality Commission

30 Home Energy Boost Making your home more energy efficient

32 Grayshott News

Operation Nemesis; Grayshott Concerts; Strawbs Concert; Aladdin Pantomine

Meet the Business; Cruickshanks; Chocolate Frog Furniture Company Abstract View; Oliver!; Jack and the Beanstalk

37 Charity

The charitable side of Liphook

38 What’s On 39 Competition

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40 Directory

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Hindhead Honour The man who led the £371 million Hindhead Tunnel project has been named in the New Year's Honours list. Paul Arnold, Highways Agency Senior Project Manager, who lives near the site of the recently opened tunnel, has been awarded an MBE. He started his civil engineering career in 1971 in one of the Government's Road Construction Units. He then left when they were disbanded in 1980 but returned to work for the Department for Transport in February 1986 working in the South East regional office. One of his first projects was identifying and delivering a solution to the bottleneck at the A3 in Hindhead, setting a new standard for how vital infrastructure improvements can be

Young support On Wednesday 23 May there will be an Undershaw Judicial Review at the High Court in London, in a bid to overturn the decision by Waverley Borough Council to develop the property. This date, (all but one day) marks the 153rd anniversary of Conan Doyle’s birthday. One of Undershaw’s youngest supporters, 12 year old Harry Tennent, who lives just yards from Undershaw, has taken it upon himself to write to Benedict Cumberbatch in a bid for his support. “When I saw the house and realised that was where Sherlock Holmes was created and where the Hound of The Baskervilles was written I instantly wanted to lend my help in any way I could,” Harry explains. Following the campaign for the past two years, Harry’s efforts to save Undershaw have also included organising a petition of 40 signatures for Waverley Borough

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delivered to protect and enhance the environment. www.highways.gov.uk/winter Harry Tennent

Council in 2010 and a competition at his school to raise Undershaw awareness. To show your support to the Undershaw Preservation Trust visit www.saveundershaw.com

Join the Diamond Jubilee Carnival Procession Haslemere’s Diamond Jubilee celebrations on Bank Holiday Monday, June 4, will begin with a Carnival procession. Complete with colourful floats and music, the Carnival procession will assemble at High Lane at 1pm and all entries will be judged by an independent panel. The procession will leave at 2pm via Weycombe Road and join the High Street at Penfolds Corner. 4

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It will then wend its way down the High Street, around Haslemere Town Hall, down Lower Street, through Wey Hill and arrive at Lion Green to picnic, party and celebrate sixty years of the Queen’s reign! To get involved, ask the Community Manager at Haslemere Town Hall for an application form – or download one from the official Diamond Jubilee website www.haslemere.com/jubilee/carnival

Fun of the fair

The Haslemere Charter Fair will come alive again in the town centre on Bank Holiday Monday, 7 May. Attracting around 8,000 visitors, the Fair is open to the public from 1pm to 5pm. As well as a variety of stalls, the fair will include traditional fair ground rides, animals, live music and stilt walkers. If you are interested in having your own stall at the fair visit www.charterfair.com and go to the Stall Holders Page to download the booking instructions and a booking form. Alternatively, contact Ceri on 01428 645425 or email haslemerevisitor@haslemere.com.

New chef

Haslemere’s Lythe Hill Hotel & Spa have just appointed a new executive chef. The Canadian-born, Malcolm Campbell, started his training in Vancouver, British Columbia under French-born Frederic Couton. Malcolm later joined The Fairmont Group of Hotels under executive chef Robert Lecrom. Malcolm made the move to England to gain international and Michelin-star experience which he thought would help nurture and guide him in the right direction in his career. Lythe Hill is Malcolm’s first executive chef position and he feels that it is the perfect platform for him to showcase his culinary talents. Lythe Hill hotel and spa , 01428 651 251

Winning tale In our last issue of Life in Haslemere, we randomly picked Rita Clayton to win a meal for six at The Angel Midhurst. She and her husband Keith, who runs Clayton Fine Jewellery, enjoyed the family meal to celebrate their daughter Lucy’s birthday in December. Keith has wrote to Life in Haslemere to thank us and The Angel Restaurant & Hotel. “It was an excellent prize to win,” he reports. “Every detail of the evening was excellent. The staff were most welcoming, the atmosphere very pleasant. I’d not been into The Angel before but it certainly has an air of quality character.” Clayton Fine Jewellery, 01428 656 138, www.claytonfinejewellery.co.uk The Angel Midhurst, 01730 812421, www.theangelmidhurst.co.uk Go to page 39 to enter this issue’s competition with a chance to win a £100 voucher to spend at Hengelo.

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Metallic touches to give your interiors a celestial feel

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The Zinc fabric range includes a plethora of metallic prints and weaves and beautiful pleated silks all within a neutral palette. This collection easily lets you add texture and depth to your scheme with a luxurious feel! Bottom left, Man Ray, £115 per m. Bottom right, Gibson, £89 per m and top cushion Brandt, £85 per m. Collection available to view at Isabel Ballardie Interiors Ltd.

Porthole Mirror, £155, Simmons Interiors

Pod chair to the right is covered in Today Interiors Pewter velvet, mirrored side tables and vases by India Jane, all specified and supplied by Linnet Designs. 6

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interiors Silver Chinese Barrel seat £125, OKA Direct

Newlyn, a new collection from Linwood fabrics, coordinates bold damasks, floral weaves, checks and small scale weaves suitable for upholstery, curtains and cushions, Claire Cipollone Interior Design Ltd.

Candle Sticks, 25cm £59.95, 34.5cm £69.95, Alan Baker Interior Design

Stainless steel and aubergine curtain hold back by Walcott House, with the metallic floral wallpaper shown in the reflection, all specified and supplied by Linnet Designs.

Large silver candelabra 80cm, 100 cm and 120 cm From £290, Simmons Interiors

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From choosing the dress to deciding on a venue, the list of questions when planning a wedding is endless. Haslemere’s wedding experts have the answer Venue

I’ve found my perfect venue, but I’m not sure how early to book it? It is always advisable to reserve your venue as far in advance as possible to avoid disappointment and to ensure that you get your choice. The Georgian House Hotel is always happy to talk through plans and ideas even in the show round stages of the planning for your special day. Sarah Jones, Georgian House Hotel, 01428 656644, www. georgianhousehotel.com

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I’ve just started writing my guest list, how do I keep everyone happy? Guest lists can be a very controversial topic and can often lead to many arguments. Make sure you have clear expectations from the start and make sure you include your groom on these decisions. Charlotte Howe, Without a Glitch, 07793279471, www. withoutaglitch.co.uk

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Tulip handtied bouquet, Flowers in the Avenue at The Potting Shed

I'd like to plan the music played before the day of the wedding, do you play requests? Requests from guests are always welcome. we do supply a request sheet, which can be obtained from us in advance, this encourages you to list your favourite artists, particular tracks. Keith Connors, Twilights, 01428 645894, www.twilights.co.uk Issue 32 February / March 2012

weddngs Haslemere Travel’s ‘Little Black Book’ of worldwide contacts will always be utilised to ensure that every hotelier is aware of the arrival of the special couple and everything possible will be done to make their stay as special as possible. Gemma Antrobus, Managing Director, Haslemere Travel, 01428 658777, www.haslemeretravel.co.uk Wedding cake, Yours Tastefully

Cakes

What types of cakes work best for weddings? I personally prefer sponge, but I’ve heard fruitcakes are more traditional. Sponge seems to be the most popular and different flavours can be used for each tier so everyone is happy! It can even include a fruit tier! Yours Tastefully always makes sure that every wish for the cake is incorporated including design, style and flavours. Emma Higginson, Yours Tastefully, 01428 641971, www.yours-tastefully.co.uk

Stationery

I’m not sure what wedding stationery I actually need? The typical wedding stationery includes: • Day Invitation • Evening Invitation • Save the Date Card • Reply cards • Order of Service • Thank You • Place Cards • Menu • Table Plan Chloe Robertson, Paperhello, 07930 137939, www. paperhello.com

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I’ve been to a few weddings and underwear you have chosen to the food has been awful, what suit your dress and a little later meals work best at weddings? on you will need the shoes. It is always a difficult decision about what Katherine Cusack, Cusack to feed your guests Clogau 18ct gold Couture, 01798 861365, but I always advise princess cut diamond www.katherinecusack.com couples to think channel ring, £1,500, Car about what they Enchantment How many cars will I like and choose a need for my wedding? menu on that basis Two thirds of our trying to avoid bookings are for two cars anything that is to and this is our speciality obscure that guests area as we have two may find off putting! matching pairs of One of the Georgian's course. I would avoid best sellers for mixing the old with wedding main courses the new, as a classic is Breast of Chicken Rolls Royce followed stuffed with Ricotta by something Cheese and wrapped in modern just doesn’t Bacon served with Pan have the flair of Jus, Chefs Choice of three two matching cars. seasonal Vegetables and Baby Roasted New Potatoes. Nigel Moore, Country Style Wedding Cars ltd, 01730 816127, Sarah Jones, Georgian House www.countrystylecars.co.uk Hotel, 01428 656644, www. georgianhousehotel.com

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What should I wear to a friend’s Wedding? Depends on how well you know the friend and when it is! However some guidelines to help anyone looking for that key

look this season. Geometric and abstract prints are overpowering the floral theme this season however floral dresses are key for any easy wearable look. A wide Palazzo trouser with a chiffon or silk blouse is a very feminine and romantic style perfect for a wedding. Key colours to watch out for are yellow, orange, coral and pinks, light blue or a more bright cobalt blue. For a more sophisticated look keep it simple with one plain colour and accessorise with a bit of sparkle or lace for a really elegant look. Lia Snowdon, blush, 01428 656412, www.blushtrends.co.uk

Flowers

How much of my budget should I put aside for flowers? The price of flowers can vary enormously depending on the season and at peak times such as Mother's day and Valentine's day - the price also depends on your choice of flowers, your style, the number of arrangements and attendants as well as the actual date of the wedding. Always let your florist know your budget at the start and they will use their expertise to tailor your designs to meet your needs. Sharon Kerr, Flowers in the Avenue at The Potting Shed, 01428 727898, www.flowersintheavenue.co.uk

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Should I ask for an upgrade when booking my holiday because it’s my honeymoon? Many resorts offer honeymoon packages that include upgrades or complimentary extras for honeymooners; however

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What’s your wedding advice? Let Life in Haslemere know on our Facebook page and Twitter and we will put the best ideas on our website. www. lifeinhaslemere.co.uk

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Samantha dress, £42, Clova

For smooth skin this Valentine’s, Luxury Gap recommend an all over body scrub. The ESPA salt scrub comes in handy individual sachets so you use just the right amount. Rinse off the scrub and prepare to bare by waxing. For a lightly sun kissed glow, follow this with a little St Tropez Everyday Self Tanning Lotion. This can be tailored to your own choice of depth of colour, so you can look lightly sun kissed rather than dark bronzed, best saved for the summer months. Yellow and gold ring by Clogau, £2,480, Enchantment

The gift

Yellow and rose gold pendant by Clogau, £1,100, Enchantment

Platinum 2.07ct pear shape centre ring, £15,595, Clayton Fine Jewellery

We all know diamonds are a girl’s best friend and at Clayton Fine Jewellery we’ve found a friend for life in their platinum, 2.07 carat pear shape centre ring. With 36 diamonds around, total 0.33ct it costs just £15,595. However, if his budget won’t quite stretch this far, Clayton Fine Jewellery also offer more affordable diamonds in their Hot Diamonds collection. For traditional gifts Objets d’art have a range of antiques and fine jewellery, including the love themed 18ct Theo Fennel necklace,£2,500. Stylish new boutique, Hengelo is ideal for fashionistas, with their new Missoma’s ARK collection. Choose from the edgy Scorpion, Panther or super cute Owl, Hedgehog or flying pig. Available as rope bracelets in different colours or delicate chain bracelets or pendent necklaces, from £95. And for something extra special, Enchantment stock designer jewellery from Clogau Gold. Vintage inspired store, A Boutique, also have a variety of unique jewellery pieces, made to order. And specially for Valentine’s, A Boutique will be selling “sweetness roses” as well as gift vouchers, candles and a voucher for a free consultation for room styling. Men haven’t been forgotten either, as they also sell stylish cufflinks and a collection of artwork. 14

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Charlotte Tea dress, £35, Clova

The outfit

To add some Sex and the City glamour to your Valentine’s, Clova have just launched the flattering Samantha Dress, £42. Named aptly after Samantha in Sex and the City and the dress is made from soft bamboo jersey with loose fitting pleats around the bust and waist. Alternatively, the Charlotte Tea Dress, £35, with its beautiful wraparound satin oriental print, is ideal to dress up for a relaxing dinner -whether it’s at home or out at a favourite restaurant. When it comes to accessories, you don’t get more Valentine’s than the Murano heart jewellery at Amelie. Their beautiful Murano heart, Freshwater pearl and Swarovski crystal bracelet, £89, and Murano heart necklaces, from £28, make a lovely touch to any Valentine’s outfit. 18ct Theo Ferrel necklace, £2,500, Objets d’art

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The meal

Haslemere has lots of great restaurants to visit this Valentine’s, but If you’d prefer to avoid the crowds, why not treat your loved one to a home cooked meal. Try this Moroccan lamb recipe, courtesy of Lower Roundhurst Farm. Serves 2 350gms middle neck of organic lamb fillet (cubed) 1 small onion (chopped) Half hot red chilli (chopped) 1 tsp ground turmeric 1 tsp ground cumin Small handful of fresh coriander (chopped) 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon 300ml chicken stock 1 garlic clove (chopped) Salt & freshly ground black pepper 1 tbsp olive oil (approximately) 1/4 tube of tomato purée Sprinkling of dark brown sugar 6 prunes or 150gms sultanas Fresh coriander for garnish To Marinade Put the lamb in a bowl and place all the dry ingredients on top. Add the coriander, onions, tbsp olive oil, garlic, salt, pepper and tomato puree. Rub the mixture into the lamb until it is completely coated. Cover with cling film and marinade for 24 hours in the fridge so that all the flavours get into the meat. Cooking the Lamb Heat the remaining olive oil in a large pan. Seal the lamb. Add the stock, sugar and prunes (or sultanas), cover and cook over a low heat for 45 minutes or until the lamb is tender. Remove the meat from the pan with a slotted spoon, place in a container and put aside but keep warm. Turn up the heat and reduce the remaining sauce by half. When it has a nice shine and will coat the back of the spoon, it is ready. Pour the sauce over the lamb and serve with couscous or rice. 16

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Grayshott Spa offer a romantic one night stay between Friday 10 and Tuesday 14 February, from £210 per person. Staying in a standard double room, the price includes full board from dinner on arrival until lunch on departure, a bottle of champagne and a red rose awaiting you and either a 40 minute Grayshott Valentine’s Facial or a Grayshott Classic Massage for each of you.

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And for dessert…

This edible token of love comes from Iced Rose Cake Design. Iced Rose specialises in unique and unusual cake design and are great for adding a sweet touch to your Valentine’s. Tattoo cake, £75, Iced Rose Cake Design

Lips 1. Ensure lips are smooth and supple by using a generous layer of lip conditioner. Exfoliate them if necessary. Allow lip conditioner to “marinate” for several minutes. Blot away excess. 2. Apply lip primer on entire mouth and slightly outside of natural lip line. 3. “Erase” the natural lip using a thin layer of foundation. 4. Using a finely sharpened red lip pencil, use short, soft strokes to create a clean edge. Make sure the lip is shaped to look even and symmetrical. Fill in the entire lip with the red pencil before layering lipstick. 5. Apply a complementary red lipstick colour using creamy or matte textures. 6. To get the edges clean and picture perfect, use a small firm, angled or flat brush with a bit of concealer to clean up smudges. Follow by lightly powdering the edges. The Classic Eye 1. Prep the eye with a primer. Apply on the eye lid and crease using a soft brush. 2. Set the primer with a light olive/ taupe eye shadow. The lid should look like real fresh skin. 3. Look at the shape of the eye and start the line in the centre of the eye and then continue outward to the outer crease using a gel liner. 4. Take a step back and look at the shape of your first attempt and then continue to extend the liner in stages until you are satisfied. Achieve intensity by going over the liner a few times to get the liner super dark with no spaces or gaps. 5. Add a lighter eye pencil to the lower lash line to counter balance the dark liner on the top. 6. Curl lashes to add definition to the look. 7. Apply a generous amount of mascara. If you want more drama, add false lashes. 8. Add a medium dark shadow to the lower outer corner of the eyes to extend the liner look and contrast against the lighter eye pencil. 9. Apply a bit of clear brow gel to the eye brows to groom and complete the look. Extend and fill in the brow if necessary. Black Swan, 07738716574 Contact A Boutique, 01428 717899 Amelie, 01428 606622 Clayton Fine Jewellery, 01428 656 138 Clova, 01428 653 935 Grayshott Spa, 01428 602020 Hengelo, 01428 644911 Iced Rose Cake Design, 07753 748190 Lower Roundhurst Farm, 01428 656455 Objets d’art, 01428 643982 The Luxury Gap, 01428 645300 How will you be celebrating this Valentine’s day? Let Life in Haslemere know on our Facebook page and Twitter and we will put the best ideas on our website. www.lifeinhaslemere.co.uk

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How about beer and roses this year! After a quiet January for most of us recovering from the festive season, February and March see two more opportunities to treat yourself to some fine ales at a local hostelry

alentine’s Day is traditionally an occasion for the men to indulge the lady in their life with flowers, chocolates and perhaps a meal out. Pubs are becoming a very popular option for many, particularly with so many offering excellent food, a great atmosphere and of course not forgetting the beer. What’s interesting is that women are drinking more real ale according to a survey conducted for the Campaign for Real Ale (Camra) in 2009. A total of 30% of women drinkers said they had drunk real ale, compared with 16% in 2008. If your plans are to eat in, why not treat yourselves to some real ale direct from Langham Brewery in Lodsworth? Their beer has won numerous awards and according to joint owner, James Berrow, “we are looking at the possibility of increasing the capacity of the brewery to keep up with demand”. St Patrick’s Day is on Saturday 17 March

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this year. With no work for most of us the following day there is no excuse not to support the many events in local pubs. Of course we should respect that the day commemorates Saint Patrick (c. AD 387–461), the most commonly recognised of the patron saints of Ireland. Saint Patrick's Day is a public holiday in the Republic of Ireland, Northern Ireland, Newfoundland and Labrador and in Montserrat. It is also widely celebrated by the Irish around the world, especially in places such as Great Britain, Canada, the United States, Argentina, Australia, and New Zealand, among others. Today, St. Patrick's Day is probably the most widely celebrated saints day in the world. Of course the Irish are joined by many other nationalities in the celebrations, particularly if it involves drinking the famous black stuff, Guinness! Until a few years ago the draught Guinness we

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drank in local pubs was brewed in the UK, which many claimed meant it didn’t taste authentic. The good news is that it is now brewed back at the St James’s Gate brewery in Dublin. They should know what they are doing as the brewery was opened by Arthur Guinness in 1759! I hope you use these events as an opportunity to support your local pub. Simon Labrow is Chairman of Haslemere Beer Festival, which returns to Haslemere Hall on the 7-8 September. Langham Brewery, 01798 860861, www.langhambrewery.co.uk

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Mum’s the word

Delicious recipes to treat your mum with this Mother’s Day

Time for tea at Lower Roundhurst Farm

Tasty dainty sandwiches and freshly baked scones. Tips: • Use fine bone china and dainty tea sets with tea in a pot. Charity shops are a good source. • Butter the bread then cut off the crusts using a straight edge as a guide. • Use flavoured butter using just a hint of finely chopped herbs such as mint or chives or a smear of mustard. • Use the finest ingredients but don’t over stuff. Remember – dainty. Select from: • Thinly sliced smoked salmon with dill infused crème fraiche. • Rare roast beef with horseradish cream. • Roundhurst organic eggs with mayonnaise. • Serve with dainty scones, clotted cream and any of the homemade jams available. The secret to perfect scones is to work fast and handle the dough lightly and place onto a warm baking tray immediately dough is ready. Ingredients for scones 350g self-raising flour ¼ tsp salt 1 tsp baking powder 20

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85g butter , cut into cubes 3 tbsp caster sugar 175ml milk with a squeeze lemon juice or buttermilk beaten egg , to glaze • Heat oven to 220C/fan 200C/gas 7. Combine flour with the salt and baking powder in a large bowl. Add the butter, then rub in with your fingers until the mix looks like fine crumbs. Stir in the sugar. Mix just warm milk with lemon juice, if using. Make a well in the dry mix, then add the liquid and combine it quickly with a knife. Flour the work surface and your hands then tip the dough out ( the dough will become drier as it absorbs flour from the work surface) Fold the dough over 3 or 4 times then pat until about 4cm deep and using a straight edge cutter, cut into small scones. Should make about 8. • Bake for 10 mins until risen and golden on the top. Best served fresh. Alternatively, you can treat your Mother (or someone else’s) to a Special Afternoon Tea at Roundhurst Farm on Sunday 18 March for £8.95 Lower Roundhurst Farm, 01428 656455

Smoked Salmon Scramble Replicate a lovely lazy-day café brunch with this scrumptious dish on Mother’s Day. Just add orange juice, Smoked Salmon Scramble good coffee and your favourite paper and sit back happy in the knowledge that this light proteinrich breakfast is doing all sorts of good. Ingredients 25g (1 oz) butter 3 free range eggs, lightly beaten Salt and black pepper 100g (3½ oz) smoked salmon 2 bagels, toasted Butter for spreading Garnish Finely chopped parsley • Melt the butter in an AGA non-stick saucepan on the simmering plate. • When the butter has melted and begins to foam add the eggs and seasoning, stir continuously until just set and creamy. • Arrange the smoked salmon over the buttered toasted bagel halves and cover with the scrambled egg. Garnish with a little chopped parsley. The AGA Shop, 01428 652873

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HIDDEN TREASURES On Haslemere’s High Street you’ll find a range of businesses. With everything from Jewellers to traditional bookstores, it is one of the most diverse in the UK. However, hidden within Haslemere, there are many local gems that often get overlooked. These businesses include; personal trainers, garden designers and photographers, all offering fantastic services to the Haslemere community. Using these local companies will not only boost the economy, creating jobs and new opportunities, but will ensure that Haslemere continues to deliver choice and diversity.

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This year will see the return of the Haslemere Chamber of Trade Business Awards. The 2012 Business Awards will be presented at the Haslemere Chamber of Trade annual dinner dance at The Georgian House Hotel on Saturday 14 April at 7pm. Julianne Evans explains, “In difficult economic times it is even more important to promote businesses to both existing and potential customers.”

Categories include – Best New Member Employee of the Year Customer Service Award Best Business Team Most Innovative Marketing Campaign Most Proactive Business in the Community Business Personality of the Year Fabulous Food Health, Fitness & Well Being Award Professional & Commercial Services Award

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The fight against parking charges is still going strong in Haslemere. Below are just some of the reasons why the Haslemere Chamber of Trade believe that Surrey’s parking proposals should be dropped:

To enter for an award simply complete an entry with the following information – • Name of applicant • Name of nominator (if different) • Name & contact details of Chamber Business or Organisation • Title of award category • Details of why you/they should win the category. Send by email to sbrinkworth@deverevenues.co.uk or by post send entries to Simone Brinkworth Business Awards Branksome Place, Hindhead Road Haslemere, Surrey GU27 3PN The closing date for entries is midday on Tuesday 8 March.

CELEBRATE YOUR INDEPENDENCE To recognise and improve the businesses of Haslemere the Haslemere Chamber have launched a new customer service program called “Celebrate your

DID YOU KNOW? Staying local can also help our environment, reducing our carbon footprint through transportation use.

Independence.” The free program aims to help businesses increase their turnover and profitability, attract more customers and provide more customer satisfaction. Businesses taking part will receive a customer experience review, specialist advice and master classes. Jim Smith, Managing Director, Shopper Anonymous explains, “this programme on behalf of Haslemere Initiative is a real boost for the retailers in the town. The aim is to highlight the retail excellence in the town which will encourage more visitors, and by helping shops to see themselves as customers do, enable those that want to improve, to do so. There are limited spaces so please contact us urgently if you would like to participate.” For more information contact: Jim Smith, Shopper Anonymous Surrey, 07721 535429 jim.smith@shopperanonymous.co.uk

• The current proposals have been made by SCC to address the £0.5M deficit being incurred by enforcement; they were not designed to address the commuter parking problems • The proposals for the retail areas go against the findings of the recently published Government commissioned report by Mary Portas into the future of the High Street. • SCC state that on-street charging will encourage better use of the car parks but these car parks are already close to capacity during peak periods. • The proposed locations of the meters are in some cases a long way from the parking bays they service causing inconvenience to people ‘popping to the shops’. See the rest of Haslemere Chamber of Trade’s objections on our website at www.lifeinhaslemere.co.uk To fight the parking charges, send your objections to SCC with a copy to Haslemere town council by 10 february to: Surrey County Council, Traffic Regulation Order Team, Hazel House, Merrow Lane, Guildford, GU4 7BQ parking@surreycc.gov.uk Town Clerk, Haslemere Town Hall, High Street, Haslemere, GU27 2HG clerk.htc@haslemere.com

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Gardener’s springboard Everything you need to know for a sensational garden this spring Gardening expert Pippa Greenwood’s spring tips If you would like to create a new lawn from seed , as long as the soil is not very wet you can get the ground prepared now – dig the area over thoroughly, removing large stones, weeds and debris , ready for sowing from late March onwards. If the ground is wet wait until it dries out slightly. As soon as early flowering daffodils have finished flowering remove the faded flowerheads to encourage good flowering again next year. If you notice established clumps of naturalised daffodils are not producing many flowers, mark the clumps with a cane, feed them every couple of weeks, and then, in the autumn lift and divide the bulbs, replanting on a freshly prepared site. Start dividing established or overgrown

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clumps of herbaceous perennials such as helianthus, day lilies and bergenias. Discard outer, decrepit sections and replant only vigorous inner sections. Get flower beds and borders ready for the year ahead. Apply a general fertiliser to the soil between plants. Mulch with a garden compost, well rotted manure or a proprietary compost or mulch mixture and carefully remove any weeds from around existing plants. Feed established shrubs, trees, climbers and roses and water in well unless rain is forecast. Choose either a special rose or flowering shrub feed, or a general fertiliser, then top off with a 10cm deep mulch over the root area. Don’t forget to order some vegetable plants for planting out once the frosts are

past, most seed catalogues offer these now, or visit my website, www.pippagreenwood. com for great plants and seeds plus weekly advice emails to make your veg growing easy. Prune climbing roses, floribundas and hybrid tea roses and check for signs of over-wintering black spot disease – prune out stems showing tiny purple black spots. Make sowings of early peas, beetroot, lettuce and chives, covering the soil with a cloche or fleece-covered tunnel for a week or so first helps to warm it up slightly and improves germination.

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It’s always greener… Why you should ensure your lawn is healthy this spring. • Lawns can increase curb appeal and property value up to 20% • Grass plants capture and use greenhouse gases, thereby helping to counteract climate change. • Turf traps air pollution and generates much of the oxygen we breathe. • A 50 x 50 ft lawn produces enough oxygen for a family of four to breathe for one year. Lawn Bright, 01428 288078, www.lawnbright.biz

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• Tidy up and prune winterflowering jasmine after all of its winter colour has gone as this wall shrub/climber can get very woody. • Cut out the dead wood and try to keep the framework close to the wall or fence. Prune laterals to 5-7 cm. Tight pruning will promote flowers for next winter. • Tie in climbers and renew old supports. • Now is your last chance to prune wisteria. • Cut down deciduous grasses, for example stipa, pennisetum and miscanthus. • Early February is not too late to put on a winter feed but apply normal release, not control or slow release fertiliser.

Plants for February

Helleborus - hellebore - bring excellent winter and spring colour to the garden. This flowering perennial comes in many colours and will grown in most fertile soil.

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• Late summer flowering deciduous shrubs such as perovskia, lavatera, hydrangea, buddleja, caryopteris can be pruned now. • Do not prune choisya and

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other slightly tender evergreen shrubs until April. If you have not pruned your spring-flowering shrubs wait until after they have flowered, otherwise this year's display will be lost. Make sure your lawn mower is ready for the new working season; blades are sharp, parts oiled and the mower is in good order. Repairing patches of lawn can be carried out now with turf but stay away from grass seed until April. In late March, apply a high nitrogen fertiliser to the lawn to encourage strong growth after the winter months. Keep an eye out for turf diseases like fusarium (common name ‘Snow Mould’); this can be a problem if February is warm and wet. Turf laying can be carried out all year round and all weathers apart from on frosty and frozen ground. Traditionally March has been the time for the first cut of the lawn but February can have mild temperatures. So if it is mild, just top off the grass, don’t cut too low or you may damage it.

A Very Brown Hedge Indeed! Commonly referred to as Greenfly or Blackfly the Cypress Aphids feed on hedges, sucking the sap of the plant and spreading several varieties of virus, causing severe die back. As the aphid is active from May to October it is important to catch this problem early and apply treatments to stop its spread. The Cypress Aphid causes damage to western red cedar, lawson cypress, leylandii and monterey cypress. Aphids also indirectly damage car paintwork, patios and drives with honeydew, this a sugar rich sticky substance secreted by the aphids. Control of aphids on woody and nonwoody plants is possible, good cultural techniques can also help to reduce exploding populations. A combination of winter washing and spring treatments carried out by qualified technicians can achieve a good level of control, ensuring your trees and shrubs do not deteriorate further. Bartlett Tree Experts, 01483 546582. www.bartlett.com

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Haslemere Chamber President and JL Nobbs shop owner, Julianne Evans talks about her lesser known life as a birdwatcher

What is your most memorable birdwatching experience? I was trying to catch spotted crakes on the Ouse Washes in Cambridgeshire so that we could attach radio transmitters to them and study their habitat use (they are secretive so this was the only way we could do it) . It meant we had to stay up all night in the middle of nowhere in semi-flooded grassland with a tape lure and a landing net.

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One of my earliest memories is watching a kestrel hovering from my nursery playground and being the last one in because I wanted to see if it would catch anything

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How long have you been interested in birdwatching? I have been interested in conservation and especially bird conservation for as long as I can remember. One of my earliest memories is watching a kestrel hovering from my nursery playground and being the last one in because I wanted to see if it would catch anything.

What is your favourite thing about birdwatching? You get a real sense of the dangers birds face on migration if you visit somewhere like the Isle of May (in the Firth of Forth) in autumn. I was once there in a ‘fall’ (i.e. when birds become disorientated by fog or storms and have to try to make landfall fast). That night there were several goldcrests (the smallest birds in the UK) roosting in every thistle in the valley leading up to the lighthouse.

What are your proudest birdwatching achievements? I was on the Committee of the International Wader Study Group, which promotes research into wading birds, which breed in the arctic and travel through the UK to winter in Africa and edited their scientific journal for two years. My last job was with the RSPB where I was a Reserves Ecologist for 7 years. This meant I travelled to reserves and gave wardens guidance on how to manage their reserves for birds and other wildlife. While I was with the RSPB I co-authored a book called ‘Bird Monitoring Methods’ I can also identify almost any bird commonly found in the UK by its call or song. With your role as Haslemere Chamber President and shop, JL Nobbs, Do you still find time to birdwatch? I spend what little spare time I have taking part in bird surveys and I am due to become Treasurer of the British Ornithologists Union in April this year.

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Quality care April 2009 saw the launch of the Care Quality Commission. Replacing the three earlier commissions, it was set up to ensure that the care services in England provided quality care to vulnerable individuals

spokesman from the Care Quality Commison explains, “The CQC's job is to make sure that care provided by hospitals, dentists, ambulances, care homes and services in people’s own homes and elsewhere meets government standards of quality and safety. Everyone using these services is legally entitled to care or treatment that meets these standards.” In order to operate, care and treatment services have to be registered with the Care Quality Commision. When asked how CHD Living, a provider of residential care and home care across Surrey, South London and Middlesex, got ready for the commission, John Stanley, Operations Manager at CHD Living, said: “CHD Living prepared for changes in the CQC by considering, in detail, how best practice could be achieved. We encourage residents to contribute to the way things happen in our homes via regular residents and relatives meeting’s and forums, as well as encouraging our residents to take part in activities that are individual to their chosen life style; putting the resident back into the heart of the service that CHD Living provides. To date, the care quality Commission has worked in a positive way and in partnership with CHD Living to ensure that residents are involved in all aspects of their care and that they always

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receive care that is safe and individualised. Of the four services CHD Living operates in Waverly, we are proud that three of them are fully compliant, one of which is Brownscombe House in Haselmere.” As the fourth senior living development by Signature Senior Living, the brand new and purpose-built Moorlands Lodge nursing and care home at Hindhead, Surrey are well aware of its responsibilities under CQC registration. Creenagh Williamson, General Manager at Signature Moorlands Lodge, said “Signature Senior Living are fully supportive of CQC objectives.” As an ex-A&E Matron, Creenagh has extensive acute nursing care experience in both NHS and private health sector settings. “From my time as a Matron, I had firsthand experience of care home residents occasionally being admitted to hospital in physical conditions that did not reflect well on the standard of care that they had been receiving. In the light of this, myself and my staff are therefore absolutely committed to meeting all CQC requirements, as well as exceeding them wherever possible.” Signature Moorlands Lodge approve of the concept of an increase in the frequency of CQC inspections of nursing / care homes, recognising that this is an

Why was it introduced? It replaced three earlier commissions: the Healthcare Commission, the Commission for Social Care Inspection and the Mental Health Act Commission. CQC is the first regulator to cover both social care for adults and health care (NHS and the private and voluntary sector). How does the commission work? CQC monitors services that it registers and takes action if they are not meeting the essential standards. CQC monitors intelligence available about services, and carries out inspections on a routine and responsive basis. CQC also carries out programmed reviews into particular areas such as dignity and nutrition and learning disability services. What happens if care homes don’t meet the regulations? Where CQC finds non compliance with the essential standards, it can request improvements are made to achieve compliance. If these are not forthcoming, CQC can take enforcement action which can include issuing a formal warning. If not complied with, enforcement action could escalate to fines, prosecution, the placing of restrictions on a service or the suspension or cancellation of a registration. The latter could lead to the closure of a service, but is always a last resort. For more information on care services in your area, visit www.cqc.org.uk. You can also call their contact centre on 03000 61 61 61. important element in both understanding CQC objectives, building effective working relationships with the CQC and - most importantly - ensuring that optimum standards of care are the norm. Brownscombe House, Hindhead Road, Haslemere 01428 643 528, www.chdliving.co.uk Moorlands Lodge Hindhead, Surrey 01428 605 396, www.signature-care-homes.co.uk

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While we all ‘know’ we should be doing our bit for the environment, it’s often hard to find the motivation to make our homes more energy efficient. However, by making simple changes you could save on average £250 a year on your fuel bills Boiling points

By replacing a 10-year-old boiler with a modern condensing one you can improve the efficiency of your boiler to over 90% and save a minimum of 30% per year on your home heating bills and reduce your CO2 emissions. Signs your boiler needs replacing Noisy pumps and cool radiators. Problems with hot water, a kettling sound or a flame that is not clear blue. What should I look for in a new boiler? “Quality and make of boiler are paramount when choosing a boiler, as the more technologically advanced manufacturer’s produce boilers with longevity and higher efficiency. The German models do surpass other makes because of their advancements in technology,” Allison at Grayshott Heating explains. “We highly recommend Worcester Bosch and Vaillant, and are offering fiveseven years guarantee with Worcester Bosch and Vaillant on selected models (as the standard guarantee amongst other manufacturers’ tends to be five years).” In addition to switching to a modern, condensing boiler there are some other measures you can take to saving energy and cost;

Turn your thermostat down

Independent thermostats are now required to control your central heating system. Reducing your room temperature by one degree could cut your heating bills by up to 10% and typically saves around £55 per year.

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heating and hot water to come on only when required, rather than all the time. Set your heating to turn off before you leave the house and to go off 30 minutes before you go to bed.

Thermostatic Radiator Valves (TRVs)

You can reduce the energy your existing boiler consumes by up to 40% with an efficient thermostat and thermostatic radiator valves. This is now a requirement on all new build installation.

Powerflushing

Over time, your heating system will naturally accrue sludge and limescale in the bottom of radiators, in pipes and in your boiler. This also reduces the efficiency of your hot water system. You can usually restore your boiler’s efficiency and bring your heating system up to par by carrying out a chemical or power ‘flush’. For further advice on your heating and energy saving contact Grayshott Heating.

Relight my fire

Another great energy saver when heating your home is to install a firebox. A Jetmaster firebox is essentially an open fire but provides up to twice as much heat, which is controllable, thereby increasing your comfort levels and reducing your energy bills. Installation can also cost less than half that of a woodburning stove and often involves far less mess and disturbance to your property. To find out if you can install a firebox, call Hampshire Chimney Services on 01428 604292.

Bright lights

In addition to turning lights off when you leave a room, you can save energy by replacing your traditional light bulbs with energy saving lighting options. Traditional light bulbs waste 95 per cent of the electricity they use in creating heat, this then adds to our carbon footprint. Energy saving LED lighting can cut up to 94% off your running costs and as they last for over 50,000 hours, they will also reduce your maintenance costs. By emitting very little heat, LED lighting also reduces the fire risks in your home and your air conditioning bills in the summer. DJK Renewables offer LED for interior down light replacement. LED lighting can also be used for exterior illumination to complete the perfect garden without the worry of running costs when hosting that important garden party or family BBQ. They also provide solar thermal systems, heat pumps, install boilers and are accredited Worcester Bosch installers.

Switch off

Leaving household appliances on standby costs the home on average £40 a year. After using an appliance use the power switch on the appliance itself or turn it off at the plug. Remember to unplug phone and camera chargers after use. DJK Renewables, www.djkrenewables.com, 01252 794713 Government Energy Saving advice, www.direct.gov.uk Grayshott Heating, www.grayshottheating.com, 01428 604542 Hampshire Chimney Services, 01428 604292

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World’s most performed living composer to conduct in Grayshott Karl Jenkins

Grayshott’s adventurous music promoters, Grayshott Concerts, are making headlines again with a concert at 7.30pm on Saturday 24 March featuring works by the world’s most performed living composer, Karl Jenkins, who is the community group’s Patron. The performance at St Luke’s Church Grayshott, will include his Requiem, second only in popularity to the Armed Man, with top local choir, Excelsis, accompanied by the Marylebone Camerata and conducted by director of music, Robert Lewis. A choir of local young girl choristers from St Thomas-on-theBourne, Farnham, together with trebles from St Edmund’s School, Hindhead, have been specially selected and trained to perform sections of the work. The programme also includes Jenkins’ dynamic violin concerto, Sarikiz, with Kazakhstan’s violin virtuoso soloist Marat

Bisengaliev, for whom the work was written, and will be conducted by the composer himself. The concert opens with Hymn to the Word, for chorus and orchestra by Haslemere’s rising young composer Clive Osgood, specially selected by organisers to complement the programme. Grayshott Concerts performances often sell out weeks in advance and this event is already attracting heavy bookings. Tickets and more information from 01428 606666 (cards accepted) or www. grayshottconcerts.co.uk

Heartbeat Of Strawbs

On Saturday the 25 February the wandering troubadors return as Grayshott Folk Club welcomes back The Acoustic Strawbs to Grayshott Village Hall. Following on from their live performance there last May, the band will re-visit highlights of their wonderful back catalogue and mark the 43rd anniversary of their first album release on A&M Records. The Acoustic Strawbs are made up of founder member David Cousins alongside Dave Lambert, and Chas Cronk, who formed the front-line of the 1970s Strawbs. They have recently returned from a North American tour. See our What’s On Guide for full details. For more information visit www.strawbsweb.co.uk

Operation Nemesis Pictured, PCSO Jim Leggat, PC Kirsty Langridge , Ferris Cowper and Chief Inspector Phil Kedge.

Over the past year “dwelling burglaries” in the Grayshott area have doubled compared with a year earlier. Cllr. Ferris Cowper met Chief Inspector James Fulton, Hampshire Police’s District Commander for Winchester and East Hampshire and Sergeant Paul Bromell local Sector Sergeant, to discuss this worrying development. Cllr Ferris Cowper found the local situation has become one of the key tasks within the countywide Operation Nemesis, which focuses management attention, intelligence gathering and officer time on this type of crime. As a result of a significant resource investment in the 32

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Grayshott area by the Nemesis team, they have one person in custody and strong forensic leads likely to result in a further arrest. The officers also made the point that several of the crimes, (but certainly not all), were facilitated by homeowners failing to take reasonable precautions. In one case a necklace was stolen through an open window, for example. “With these detection successes, nobody needs to feel unduly afraid of crime, but all of Grayshott can take simple steps to help the Police and the community,” Cllr Ferris Cowper explains.

Aladdin comes to Grayshott Grayshott’s annual pantomime will be a special performance of Aladdin. The 26th since the original performance, the Grayshott ‘panto’ is produced, directed and performed by residents of Grayshott and other local communities, along with parents, staff and pupils from Grayshott School. Performances in Grayshott Village Hall, take place on Friday 9 March at 7.30pm and on Saturday 10 March at 2pm and 5pm. Tickets, priced at £8 adult and £6 children and concessions, will be on sale at Grayshott Books in March. For more information visit the ‘panto’ page on grayshott.com

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New Barns at Oakhanger

Pictured: Trevor Cruickshank

Award winning baker, Trevor Cruickshank has just opened, new cake shop, Cruickshanks, in Wey Hill. With over 15 years experience, Trevor has designed cakes for a variety of people, including a range of celebrities and royalty. “My inspiration comes from everything around. From modern and classic fashion design, architecture to a walk in the park,” Trevor explains.

Initially attracted by the character and style of Haslemere, Trevor hopes to offer, “a feast for the senses”, with everything from bespoke celebration and wedding cakes to take away desserts and patisserie. Cruickshanks, 100 Wey Hill, Haslemere,Surrey. GU27 1HS 01428 652518 www.TheBestChef.co.uk

Meet the Business Pictured: Chocolate Frog Furniture Company owner, Richard Millard and Operations Director, Julie Bevis

Pictured: Chief Executive, Ruth Pimentel, Chamber President, Julianne Evans and Area Manager, Michele Turner.

Haslemere Chamber of Commerce held its first Meet the Business of 2012 at Toad Hall Nursery on Chestnut Avenue. During the evening, Area Manager, Michele Turner gave a tour of the nursery, showing the different areas for the varying age groups. Chief Executive, Ruth Pimentel, went on to explain how they ensure every child receives the optimum care, “I believe that children benefit from a high quality early years experience and at Toad Hall we focus 34

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on developing their early language and communication, their enjoyment of the outdoors and their ability to make friends and play well with other children.” The gathering also provided a great opportunity for businesses to meet some of the newer members and catch up with the regulars after the Christmas break. Toad Hall Nursery Group, 01428 654117

The Chocolate Frog Furniture Company invited guests to the grand opening of their brand new Interior and Gift Barns at Oakhanger. During the evening guests enjoyed champagne and canapés. Guests also had the chance to view a range of gift ideas, as well as statement home and office furniture and unique lighting pieces. The opening also saw The Chocolate Frog Furniture Company announce the launch of their new mahogany range of furniture. Chocolate Frog Furniture Company owner, Richard Millard and Operations Director, Julie Bevis were on hand throughout the evening to greet guests and talk about the new furniture collections. The Chocolate Frog Furniture Company, 01420 471437

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Consider yourself... entertained The Haslemere Players will perform Lionel Bart’s much loved musical masterpiece Oliver! - at the Haslemere Hall from Tuesday 20 Saturday 24 March

elling the timeless story of a young orphan boy who, just because he “wanted more”, is taken away from the workhouse where he was born and apprenticed to unkind undertakers. The audience then watches

him run away to London. On arrival, he stumbles accidentally into a life of crime after meeting the persuasive Artful Dodger, who in turn introduces Oliver to Fagin, a lovable rogue and the ringleader of a gang of young pickpockets. The cast of colourful and memorable characters include, Mr. Bumble, the pompous Beadle, Nancy, a warm-hearted lass who takes Oliver under her wing, her lover, Bill Sykes, a violent and menacing villain and Mr. Brownlow, a kindly old gentleman who rescues Oliver from Fagin

An Abstract View

Phil Bates, Trustee of Grayshott Pottery, is holding an exhibition at The Haslemere Educational Museum until the 4 February Missing Colour

and Bill Sykes’ clutches...or so he thinks! Ever-popular, uplifting musical numbers like Food Glorious Food, Consider Yourself, Pick a Pocket or Two, I am Reviewing the Situation and Oom Pah Pah, will have you cheering and clapping in the aisles, but get your hankies ready for sad and soul searching songs such as Where is Love and As Long as He Needs Me! A heart-warming show, guaranteed to make you ask for more! Haslemere Hall, 01428 642 161

Full of beans

Dusk Lake Maggiore

hil says, "I have put together a selection of paintings at the different stages I have been through. Some of my work can be considered "abstract" which, simply put, is a form of work which does not seek to represent the world around us nor does it represent recognizable objects." He went on to say, "It is only recently that I have been encouraged to put on a local exhibition by artists and friends, and so I thought what better place to hold an exhibition than in The Haslemere Educational Museum – using their dedicated Exhibition Gallery Room(s). One reason in deciding to use the Museum was that I wanted to combine my exhibition with trying to raise much needed funds and an awareness over this

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Shadows le Touquet

(Left to right) Bonnie Langford (alias the panto’s ‘Fairy Fuschia’!) waves her magic wand on stage over the prize draw, joined by prize sponsor Haslemere Travel’s Managing Director Gemma Antrobus

O fantastic attraction we have in Haslemere which serves and supports the wider community for adults and children alike.” Haslemere Educational Museum, 01428 642112

n Sunday, January 8, stars of this year’s Yvonne Arnaud Theatre pantomime, Jack and the Beanstalk, gathered on stage to draw the winning tickets in the Surrey theatre’s annual, fund-raising Grand Prize Draw. Actress and entertainer, Bonnie Langford, picked Surrey resident Mrs Brenda Windsor-Brown from the draw to win a luxury holiday to Switzerland for two, courtesy of independent travel agent Haslemere Travel and train travel courtesy of Switzerland Tourism. Haslemere Travel, 01428 658777, www.haslemeretravel.co.uk

Issue 32 February / March 2012

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The Charitable Side of Liphook

Pictured: Bill Gair at High Hurlands presenting longest staying resident Colette with a cheque

2011 saw Liphook’s Bramshott Place Village raise a record amount of money in charitable donations

he residents raised money for the local charity, Hounds for Heroes as well as donating

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to the Midhurst branch of Macmillan Cancer Support, the charity which provides practical, medical and

financial support to those with cancer, and their families. The residents’ committee also ran a special fundraising coffee morning in September for Macmillan Cancer Support, organised by Bramshott Place Village’s first resident, Freddie Spink, raising £570 for the charity. Funds were raised around the village from donations made for food and wine, and at the various fun stalls at the Country Fayre. A total of £375, was donated by the developer, Urban Renaissance Villages, to The Friends of High Hurlands Children, based in Passfield, near Liphook. The main aim of this charity is to provide 'the extras' for the residents who live

at High Hurlands Homes. High Hurlands Homes was set-up in 1971 and provides nursing, residential and day care for adults with severe learning and physical disabilities. Finally, Bill Gair, who is also a Bramshott Place Village resident, grew an impressive moustache and raised over £2500! It was part of the Movember world-wide fundraising event which takes place in November each year, aiming to raise vital funds and awareness for men’s health, specifically prostate cancer and other cancers that affect men. Bramshott Place Village, 01428 722800, www.bramshottplace.co.uk

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What’s On – February - March 2012 l Saturday 4 February Haslemere Musical Society ‘Come and Sing’ Karl Jenkins: The Armed Man, a Mass for Peace - Choral Suite Venue: St Christopher’s Church, Wey Hill, Haslemere Time: 2-6.30pm Contact: Peter Sharpe, 01428 604860, petersharpe2@btinternet.com, www.hmsconcerts.org.uk l Sunday 5 February 10 mile walk East Meon, via Small Down, Hen Wood, Drayton and Meon Valley Railway Venue: Starting at East Meon Car Park (Grid reference SU677 222) Time: 10am Contact: Caroline, 07811 656287, www.liphookramblers. wordpress.com l Saturday 11 February HHH Concert: Charys Green clarinet, Gemma Rosefield cello, Simon Lepper piano Venue: St Christopher’s Church, Wey Hill, Haslemere Time: 7.30pm Price: from £15 (students free) Contact: 01428 652448, www.haslemere.com/hhh HNHS Winter Indoor Meeting: Plant Hunting for Kew in Zimbabwe Venue: Haslemere Educational Museum, High Street Time: 2.15pm Price: £3 donation for nonmembers Contact: 01428 645425 The Rotary Club hosts: A Spanish Evening, open to all Venue: Haslewey, Lion Green, Haslemere Time: 7pm for 7.30pm Price: £17.50 to include a 3-course Spanish meal with tapas, paella Contact: Jenny, 01428 684747 or Peter 01420 605530, www.haslemererotary.org

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l Monday 13 February U3A Monthly Talk: Dr Carol Michaelson on The Terracotta Warriors of Xi’an Venue: Haslemere Hall, Bridge Road Time: 2pm Price: £2 to include refreshments Contact: Pam Pullen, 01428 645214 l Friday 17 – Saturday 18 February Aladdin Venue: Bohunt School, Liphook Time: 7.30pm (Matinee on Saturday 3pm) Price: Adult £9, Child £6 Contact: Sue Calvert, 01428 722590 l Saturday 25 February The Strawbs (acoustic) -the return of the troubadors Venue: Grayshott Village Hall, Headley road, Grayshott, Hindhead, Surrey GU26 6TZ Time: 7.30pm Price: £12 Contact: 01428 607096, family@obyrne1.plus.com l Thursday 1 - Thursday 22 March 30:30 Fat loss nutritio and work out course Time: 9.30am Venue: Champneys, Forest Mere, Lipook Price: £159 per course Contact: Heather Gillam on 07967 995416 or heather@fitbiztraining.co.uk l Saturday 3 March Concert Haslemere Symphony Orchestra and Chorus Mendelssohn: “Hebrides” overture Sibelius: Symphony No.3 Elgar: “The Music Makers” Venue: Haslemere Hall Time: 7.30pm Price: £15, £12.50, £10, £8 Contact: Box office 01428 642161, www.haslemerehall.com l Friday 9 - 10 March Aladdin Venue: Grayshott Village Hall, Headley Road, Grayshot Time: 7.30pm

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Price: £8 adult, £6 child (concessions) Contact: David Phillips 01428 606036, 07867 826501, david.j.phillips@btconnect.com l Wednesday 14 March How does your garden grow? Chris Beardshaw Venue: Grayshott Village Hall, Headley Road, Grayshott Time: 8pm Price: Non members £5 Contact: Hon. Secretary Ms Lindsay Morrison 01428 605911, lindsaymorrison73@gmail.com l Monday 12 March U3A Monthly Talk - Dame Ann Leslie ‘Telling it as it is’. Venue: Haslemere Hall, Bridge Road Time: 2pm Price: £2 including refreshments Contact: Pam Pullen, 01428 645214 pullen@haslemere.com. l Thursday 15 March Special Interest Day - The Arts of Japan and Europe Venue: Grayshott Village Hall, Headley Road, Grayshott, Time: 9am Price: Membership £38, Visitors (non members) fee £5 Contact: Mrs Pauline Bywood 01428 609342 l Saturday 17 March HHH Concert: META4 Quartet Price: from £15 (students free) Venue: St Christopher’s Church,

Wey Hill, Haslemere Time: 7.30pm Contact: www.haslemere.com/hhh. l Tuesday 20 – Saturday 24 March Haslemere Players present: ‘Oliver!’ Venue: Haslemere Hall, Bridge Road Time: 7.30pm Contact: 01428 642 161 (opening hours 9am-1pm Mon-Fri, 10am-12pm Sat) boxoffice@haslemerehall.com, www.haslemerehall.com. l Saturday 24 March Karl Jenkins - Requiem Venue: The Mousehole, Avenue Road, Grayshott, Hindhead Time: 7.30pm Price: £28 (Nave) & £23 (Side aisles), Pre-Concert Suppers for all events will be hosted by Applegarth Restaurant at £20 for a three course supper Contact: Vivien and Peter Harrison, 01428 606666, vivien@ grayshottconcerts.co.uk l Saturday 31 March Crazy Whist Venue: The Link, Derby Road Time: 7.30pm Price: Tickets £15 per person to include supper Contact: Christopher and Julia Scholfield on 01428 643966 or the Parish Office on 01428 644578

Issue 32 February / March 2012

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classic look with an array of soft neutral colours teamed with romantic prints. (photo) If you are looking for a more casual look, then the ever vibrant French Connection will be in stock plus lifestyle brand Splendid is arriving all the way from California! Splendid clothing combines luxurious fabrics in unique colours dedicated to giving an effortless style for every day. The store will also have fabulous accessories from UK brands Belle and Harris, Lilifi handbags (as seen in Red Direct) and stunning jewellery from the already successful labels Missoma and Jana Reinhardt. Hengelo has recently undergone an exciting new refurbishment and the Grand Opening of the shop will be on Saturday 4 February with 20% off all purchases, Champagne, treats and other fantastic giveaways!

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