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November Contents

History 6 New Malden Velo 10 New Malden Matters 16 A photographer dreams 18 Neighbourhood Community Forum 23 View from the City 24 Town Pride Awards 26 Diwali festival 26 Sudokus 32 Christmas Services 34 Codeword 36 90th Birthday Ferrari Challenge 38 What’s On 41 Gardening 46 Clubs 48 Pizza Express Competition 53 Kid’s play 54 Recipe Spiced winter vegetable soup 57 Yoga for every body 58 Genesis Research Trust 60 Fun Quiz 63 Piped with Love 65

Published by Malden Media Ltd Editor Jenny Stuart jenny@maldenmedia.co.uk 020 8336 2915 www.maldenmedia.co.uk 36 Rosebery Avenue KT3 4JS Please note that the opinions expressed in this magazine do not necessarily represent the views of the editor. All advertisements are commercial and not indicative of any endorsement by the editor who accepts no responsibility for any loss suffered directly or indirectly by any reader as a result of any advertisement or notice published in this magazine.

All in-house artwork and editorial presented in this magazine remains the copyright of Malden Media Ltd. No part of this magazine may be reproduced, stored on any retieval system, or transmitted in any form electronic, mechanical. recording, photocopying, or otherwise without prior permission from the Publisher.

Welcome to the Village Voice My first edible front cover, thanks to Piped With Love, (see p65) and very tasty it was too! Yes, ten years ago the very first edition of the Village Voice was printed and delivered. I would absolutely love to take credit for having the idea and starting the magazine but we owe that to lovely Mandy (Mardell). When I heard that Mandy was looking to sell up (Feb ‘07) i pretty much threw myself at the opportunity (bit like those brave Scots in that gutting quarter final rugby match) before somebody else did. As a mum of two under 5s I embraced the opportunity of working from home and was thrilled (if a little daunted) when Mandy said YES to me!! Within a year we increased the number prin-ted each month by around 5,000 and within 2, started a split distribution meaning we deliver to around 12,000 homes over 2 months.

This is a fantastic job and I LOVE it!

So a massive thanks to Mandy and everyone who has contributed, advertised and read any of the last 121 editions. The Village Voice wouldn’t be here without a massive dose of New Malden loyalty. Oh, and to my wonderful husband who moved me here in the first place.

Thank you all, and here’s to the next 10 years!!!

Jenny

Jenny Stuart, Editor & publisher P.S. Please remember to mention the Village Voice when replying to adverts, and get in touch by 17th November if you’d like your business, Club or event to feature in the December Christmas edition(s).

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New Malden History

Comet).He acted as reporter, publisher, compositor, printer, and business manager, and within a couple of years it had grown into a

by Robin Gill sizable title with twelve pages renamed the Northern Advocate and was partly printed in Maori. Alderton was We have now reached a period in time also responsible for starting the local (1854) where parents were registering football and cricket teams, helping their child’s birthplace as New Malden. purchase land for a showground and The second such child was Walter racecourse. He persuaded local business Edward Dobson who was born on 4th men to invest in a steamship to connect September in Acacia Grove. He was the the town with Auckland, and a railway great uncle of Frank Dobson who still to bring coal from the mines to the lives in the same road.

George Edwin Alderton docks. He was also responsible for the Ten days earlier George Edwin Alderton improvement to the roads in the district. His was the was born in Coombe Lodge, a large house standing on first business to use electricity.

Coombe Road. His father Charles was an accountant and secretary to a loan company, and he and the He retired from the newspaper in 1897 and whole family emigrated to New Zealand on the clipper commenced planting extensive citrus orchards and “Lancashire Witch” in February 1865. Charles was a vineyard, travelling to Australia and America to appointed rate collector for his local district in New learn about their cultivation. He moved to Auckland Zealand the following year. in 1907 becoming a leading land agent, but retained his interest in horticulture, writing books on growing George Alderton started his own newspaper in May trees and fruits. Part of his land in Kerikeri was used for 1875 called the Whangarei Comet (it is unknown planting eucalyptus, wattle and redwood creating a whether this had any connection with the Surrey microclimate in the district, and immediately attracted

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settlers from all over the world. On one trip in 1928 Alderton travelled to Australia returning with 10,000 citrus trees, and passion fruit. Alderton died in Auckland on 7th March 1942 aged 87.

Grove, on ground donated by Arthur Jonson of Sycamore Grove. It was a business started by local people that year, who did not required to take money out of the enterprise, as they either had sufficient funds, or earned their living elsewhere. When the gas works were Wedding bells built, there were no other properties in Meanwhile back in New Malden, the area, but soon building began both the first wedding between residents in Elm Road and Chestnut Grove. In took place, when William Randall September 1859 disaster nearly struck Chapman a 39 year old bachelor when the works caught fire. It was not living in Malden Grove (Grafton Road) surprising, as the shed containing the married a 49 widow Maria King also furnace was made of wood, including the of Malden Grove. The ceremony roof which housed the chimney which Memorial at Portsmouth to became red hot during operation. This took place at St Peters Norbiton on Saturday 18th August 1855. But spare the 44 officers and men of coupled with the fact that the company a thought for Agnes Alderton, a sister HMS Trident who died of were intent on expanding the Works cause Yellow Fever of Charles (above), who married great alarm throughout the village, as they James Bignell at Norbiton on 22nd felt they were already being poisoned by April 1859. Both from the small hamlet of New Malden, the existing fumes. the wedding must have been tinged with happiness and sadness. Happiness because of the occasion, Rural pursuits and the fact that James had just received a new It should be remember that New Malden was still commission from the Royal Navy as paymaster of HMS regarded as being in a rural area with many farms Trident a war paddle steamer that patrolled the West in the nearby district. It also used to have its own Coast of Africa. The wedding was held on a Friday, as branch of the British Agricultural Society which held he had quickly to join his new ship, and he soon left his regular meetings at the Malden Tavern during the young bride.

Greater sadness was to follow when during operations near Sierra Leone, James caught Yellow Fever succumbing to the disease in hospital on Ascension Island on 15th July. He had been married 84 days, and apart from his wife for the majority of that time.

Property or land in New Malden began to appear in advertisements. Houses in Malden Grove described as brick built with large gardens producing a rental of £37 12shillings per year were offered for auction. But it was not all land for building. In January 1855 sixty five acres in Coombe Lane came under the hammer, but advertised as being suitable for compact farms “with delightful scenery”.

Unfortunately, the railway station was in a dilapidated state described as nothing more than a cattle station.

On the down side platform, there were requests for the platform to be lengthened to accommodate longer trains, and for some sort of cover to be provided as passengers were left open to the elements while waiting for trains.

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1850s. It commenced in 1857, and by the end of 1858 had built up a membership of around 80, and a library had been started. A number of exhibitions were held displaying produce (mainly root crops and fruit), and there was even a ploughing match organised at Hoppingwood Farm.

But all was not sweetness and light in Malden. Harriet Malone was a 24 year old maid from Liverpool who worked for Mrs Penny in Beulah Villa in Chestnut Grove. In 1859 she became pregnant, and her mistress sent to Kingston for a doctor (Dr Chatterton). As soon as the doctor arrived at the house Harriet slipped out of the back door unseen, and Mr Berry across the road at made her way to a large pond the Railway Tavern often laid which stood close by. Some of her Acacia Grove 1907 on sumptuous dinners for visiting clothing including her bonnet was companies who were then able to enjoy found near to this stretch of water. PC Ephraim Bridges the facilities of the “pleasure grounds” attached to the was called from Kingston, and the pond was dredged, tavern where they could play quoits, bowls, skittles three hours later the body was found. or cricket. It was probably during one of these cricket matches that the locals were spotted by a gentleman Next month we reach the 1860s at the end of which from Pimlico, who took exception to the fact that they Malden decided “to go it alone” and break away from were playing (in Acacia Grove) on a Sunday. He took Kingston. them to be locals, as he watched them supplied with beer from the Railway Tavern. Writing to the Surrey Congratulations on your 10th anniversary – a Comet that same week, he suggested that the game magnificant achievement! Malden’t Village Voice is whilst a healthy pursuit, should not be played on the essential reading every month. We are fortunate to have Sabbath.

Robin Gill as a contributer – his articles are meticulously researched and of great interest. John Nicholson Railway Lines Malden was not standing still transport wise, with a packed meeting held at the Malden Tavern in October 1858 to hear Mr William Bull outlined his plans to build a railway line from Isleworth to New Malden.

The line would run through Richmond, Hampton Wick, Kingston, and Norbiton at a cost of one penny per mile. Despite unanimous approval locally, it was apparent that this line would be in direct competition to the London and South Western Railway, who immediately put forward plans for a branch line from Twickenham to Kingston, taking most of Mr Bull’s route and ideas. The line was later extended to Malden via Norbiton.

No Help From Kingston In November 1859 Mr William Chutter a builder of Acacia Grove advised residents at a meeting, that in his opinion, both his road and Chestnut Grove, were in a good enough state both as roadways and in respect of drainage to be now taken into the parish, and maintained in future by Kingston Council. All that remained was an inspection by the magistrates and surveyors from the town. (This was later refused

by Kingston). It was still hoped that Scarems (Elm Road) could also be put in a good state of repair which would cut the journey between the village and Kingston by ¾ mile. All the roads had been maintained by the inhabitants without any help from the authorities.

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New Malden Velo New Malden Velo was founded in 2014 to give cyclists of varying ages and ability-levels the opportunity to enjoy social and leisure cycling activities within a safe, group environment.

As well as having fun, our ambition is to improve road–safety awareness through increasing the amount of cyclists within the local area. We all cycled as children, so let’s keep people on 2 wheels, improving relationships and safety on the road.

Affiliated to British Cycling, we have nearly 50 active members, regularly taking part in weekend rides such as through the Surrey Hills, to Brighton, or to Windsor. We run family rides (including “after dark around Richmond Park” - especially enjoyed by children), and participate in sportives, representing the local community.

We’ve already arranged two trips to the French Alps, taking part in La Grand Bo race near Annecy last year, and this year climbing mountains made famous in the Tour de France including Alpe d’Huez, Col du Glandon, Col de la Croix de Fer, and Lacets de Montvernier. We are visiting the Italian Alps in 2016 for more spectacular cycling.

Our ethos is that “no one gets left behind” and we aspire to providing opportunities for all levels of cyclists, regardless of age or gender. Our ambition is to provide enjoyable rides by enabling similar ability riders to ride together. We need members to achieve our aspirations though, so please join us!

We plan to set up training and coaching sessions to improve cycling skills and technical know-how.

Again, we need increased members to be able to provide this.

The origins of the club date back to 2009, when a group of local neighbours and Corpus Christi School Dads took part in the BHF London to Brighton ride. Subsequent Capital 2 Coast rides, London to Windsor, and Ride London events were entered, and as a group we are proud to have raised over £10k for various charities.

Word of mouth lead to Corpus Christi Dad membership growing, as more and more of us realised that we were going on similar Sunday 10

journeys, but individually – and it’s more fun and safer to cycle together.

Ride numbers snow-balled and we started to discuss making the group more “official”. We also realised that it was important that we became more inclusive, creating the Richmond Park fun rides and recruiting female members as a result.

We started to meet at Woodies, Thetford Road, drafting a constitution and club rules, and most importantly creating a kit. None of us are quite sure how we voted for our orange shirts, but we’ve grown to love them.

We are passionate about our club and cycling, and are proud of our all-inclusiveness, something that sets us apart from other cycling clubs. However to make the club a success, we need to have enough riders of varying abilities to provide suitable rides for all. As a result we’d be delighted if you could join us.

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Contact nmvelo@gmail.com Happy 10th Birthday, Village Voice! Well done Jenny for doing such a fantastic job! My family and I are looking forward to receiving the magazine every month and reading about what’s going on in the local area. As a local yoga teacher I’ve found advertising in the publication invaluable! Best wishes from Christine at Yogaberry The Richard Challoner School community wishes the Village Voice editorial team all the best for the next 10 years!

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Congratulations on your 10th anniversary and for companioning life in New Malden so well and usefully.

I was born in Worcester Park in 1940 but my grandparents lived in New Malden until 1946 when they exchanged houses and retired to Sussex by the sea.

So I remember days of collecting Grandma’s divvy coins at the Co-op and shopping at separate counters in Sainsbury’s in the High Street. I travelled through New Malden to the County school in Wimbledon and after working in London and joining the Sisters of Holy Cross, I returned to live in New Malden in the then newly built convent in Lynton Road, now Lynton Hall Care home. So I have lived in New Malden a long time and appreciate all we have here.

Another anniversary in our family of a 60th wedding with a Peter gathering in Argentina where the couple now live with half their family is to be celebrated shortly and I will travel out there.

And Alice Piggott is reaching 100 and remains a smiling lady greeting me at Raleigh House where I volunteer.

There is a lot of goodness around in New Malden to celebrate and to be thankful for. Sr Angela Peter The Rotary Club of New Malden is delighted to add our congratulations to the many being published in this the 10th anniversary edition of the Village Voice under the editorship of Jenny Stuart.

We, like many other organisations, have benefitted from the articles and publicity afforded to us over the time that Jenny has developed the profile and circulation of the “Voice” since she took it over in 2005.

In recognition of our close relationship we were proud to present Jenny with the Rotary Community Award a few years ago in acknowledgement of the amount of hard work she had put in for the benefit of businesses and residents of New Malden.

We wish her and the magazine good wishes for further success in the future.

Peter Hope, President, Jean Skinley, Secretary.

The Rotary Club of New Malden The Village Voice is a great example of what I love about New Malden. As a Company we find that it is a great tool to give people an insight into the area before moving here. As a local resident and Secretary of the Malden Fortnight Committee I love the strong Community Spirit and the Village Vibe which I always find in the magazine as well as the support it gives to our events.

Thank you Jenny!

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New Malden Matters New Malden (Beverley Ward) Residents’ Association

This is the 10th Anniversary of the Villlage Voice and, in effect, the 10th year the New Malden Residents’ Association has been in existence. I often think that if you knew at the beginning of these initiatives the amount of work that would be involved, you would probably run as fast as you could in the opposite direction.

But, and it is a big but, the benefits that accrue from being involved in Associations of this nature are huge.

It is often said that if you do a good deed for someone, the benefits are probably as great, if not greater, for the donor than for the recipient. And this can be said for Residents’ Associations. You get to meet a lot of people, see that communities such as ours in New Malden is kept together by those in the community working very hard in all sorts of voluntary situations and quite willingly putting their time and effort into their particular passion or cause.

This is particularly relevant, I think, when the Press and other forms of national communication contains so much bad news, each and every day. I know that when I go on holiday, as I did recently for a week, I really don’t want to hear anything on the news that could cast a cloud on my time! So it is refreshing to know, to realise, that there is another side to life and one where people genuinely care about others, maybe not so fortunate as they are.

The New Malden Farmers’ Market does attempt to have a Charity Stall at each month’s Market and it is here that you can see just how many organisations there are in and around New Malden run by people, not only retired with time on their hands, but also those in full time work.

Communities such as New Malden are coming under increasing pressure as regards housing, traffic and the consequences of exhaust pollution, struggling High Streets, pressure on care for the elderly, etc. etc.

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But, and again it is a big BUT, we can do something about it. It is the residents in Kingston that pay the piper and it is Councillors and Council Officials who should be working for us, not for Developers etc. who do not live in the vicinity and have no interest other than making money.

If the Council are genuine in their stated aim of “listening and working with residents”, one of the first things they could do is improve their telephone service which, in my opinion, is appallingly bad. Their website is not much better and is more confusing than helpful. In many companies, the first contact made by prospective clients/customers is the Receptionist and that person can set the whole tone of the organisation.

I think this is the same with Kingston Council - to get in contact with anyone in the Council can be a herculean effort So, notwithstanding all the hard work and disappointments with some of the things happening in New Malden that have been present from the beginning of the Association, the good thing is that more and more active people are becoming involved and our objectives and aims, both for the Association and New Malden, are becoming a reality.

So, congratulations to THE VILLAGE VOICE on its 10th Anniversary, to Jenny, contributers and advertisers and for the contribution it has made to New Malden.

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A photographer dreams November -

by Hugh Griffiths I love clouds and the colours of the sky, sea and land that can be part of a beach photograph. One of the joys of the autumn is that it isn’t that cold, and the dawn is at a reasonable time of day – no having to get up at 5 in order to see the sun rise above the horizon! I took this picture just before 7 a.m. from the beach front in Lancing. The colours are lovely (well, at least I think they are) and the sense of depth that is there, together with the sun just gilding the clouds in the distance are lovely.

In terms of composition, I have tried to show elements of land, sea and sky … without all of these, the photo might be pretty but wouldn’t make the picture one that you can stare at for any period of time. Its important to think how to keep a viewer’s interest in a picture – chocolate box scenes tend not to do that any more.

Now, this second picture – taken at about midday in early November has two things that really make me excited. I have a thing for seagulls – love photographing them – and for clouds because they can give such character to a picture. I was pleased to get the seagull

flying towards the clouds in this shot: ideally it would have been coming towards me so that I could have a full frontal of the bird. But never mind. There is an element of Jonathan Livingstone Seagull here – where is the bird going? – and it looks so delicate against the clouds, so fragile in a wild world. The colours in the picture help of course. Without that bit of blue sky in the top left it would be very different. Maybe still a good picture, but certainly a different one.

Note also, that for both these shots I have cropped them from the original size so that the features I want to emphasise are clearer. In that first picture there was far too much of the beach in the original – had to get rid of it and leave only the small part on the left. For the seagull – I have cropped out the sea itself – all you get is the sky and clouds, and the bird. Quite a different feel.

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Interested in having your say on Growth & Development?

Join us to talk about your priorities this November Dear Resident, You are invited to take part in the first Neighbourhood Community Forum in Maldens & Coombe on 25 November. Kingston Council is launching Community Forums across the borough this year to talk about important local issues, so come along and and join the debate.

The forums give local residents the chance to discuss their priorities and develop solutions with Council Officers, local Councillors and partner organisations such as the Police and NHS. They will be informal workshop style meetings, with feedback gathered and developed into a new Community Plan for Maldens & Coombe to help define the way services are delivered in the area.

Each forum will follow a different theme, which will be set by local residents. The theme for the first meeting is Growth & Development, which will include areas such as the Cocks Crescent development area, housing, the High Street and traffic. This theme has been chosen by us in response to priorities raised by local people in recent months.

The Growth & Development Forum will take place on Wednesday 25 November, 7:30pm at Burlington Junior School, Burlington Road, New Malden KT3 4LT. The doors will open at 7pm, when you will have the chance to meet and talk with other attendees and enjoy a complimentary cup of tea or coffee.

To help me organise refreshments, I would be grateful if you could confirm your attendance. For more information or to RSVP, contact me on 020 8547 5937 or email hannah.keates@kingston.gov.uk If you have access to Facebook, search for Maldens & Coombe Neighbourhood for regular updates. You can also follow me on Twitter - @hannah_keates.

I look forward to meeting you in November.

Best Wishes Hannah Keates Neighbourhood Manager for Maldens & Coombe Kingston Council To advertise email jenny@nmvv.co.uk or call 020 8336 2915

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View from the City

by Justin Urquhart Stewart

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I was at the ABTA conference this week and I was fascinated to see just how the travel industry is changing. As a rather cynical consumer I was very encouraged to see how much imagination is now being applied to providing a far more tailored range of holiday services. Personally I was particularly enthusiastic that they were targeting those of my age who were referred to as the ‘Saga Lout’ generation, those in their late fifties and early sixties who were still wanting to behave badly (well only quite badly) whilst still having fun on their holidays. Now don’t get me wrong we will not be trashing the place, but equally we are not going to be rolling around in a squeaky wheelchair.

I first heard the term when travelling with some chums on Eurostar and after a long lunch we were in a jolly mood but possibly a bit loud for some - in fact too loud for a young man who even had earphones on, who complained that he could not work as we were making too much noise and were just a bunch of Saga Louts well if the cap fits! I will wear it with pride.

Meanwhile back at the ABTA conference, it was fascinating to talk with many of the delegates about how they will manage their futures as the digital age is potentially “disintermediating” (‘bypassing’ in English) them into history. And the answer? Well I was pleased to hear that it was service, and human personal service tailored to the client; avoiding those hideous IVR telephone choice systems, and not using mass market call centres were two areas highlighted. They all agreed that it should be about focusing on being able to offer professional advice and experience for the would-be traveller, tailored to a specific age group. And in the case of the ‘Saga Louts’, they are a group who are quite capable of using online services but they also want to be able to speak to someone - a cry of frustration goes up from many who are infuriated by geeks telling us that it’s all straight forward and just do it all online as it is intuitive. Intuitive - that’s rubbish, it’s just an excuse to not have any instructions.

So well done ABTA on steering yourselves into this new digital world in a personalised and tailored manner. The travel industry is not just of great value to our economy, but also important to ensure that we all have that vital ingredient for the success of our finances - confidence.

After all if we are feeling confident, we will book a

bigger and better holiday: and if we have a good holiday we come back with an air of greater confidence to face the rest of the year.

Of course the great growth for this industry is going to be the older baby boomers as they work their way through an increasingly creaky retirement - so they will need us Saga Louts after all.

UK Banks - splitting and ring fencing There’s one thing that is certain, the next financial crisis will not be the same as the last one. However, that should not stop any prudent moves by the appropriately named PRA (Prudential Regulatory Authority) to put in place controls to further strengthen the system to try and prevent any recurrence. Their actions last week in strengthening capital requirement levels were perfectly understandable, but they do have to tread a careful line between discipline and departure. If however, the rules are deemed to be too restrictive then they will act as a disincentive for further investment in UK banks and encourage any new investment to go elsewhere. At the same time we still want to ensure that the new range of challenger banks are allowed and encouraged to bring in new capacity as well as more competition.

With this development, the question of splitting banks’ investment banking arms away from the commercial banking areas should also be addressed. The merger of these two quite separate functions should never have been allowed, although I admit there are some areas which could survive in either camp, such as foreign exchange trading. To me history shows us a clear difference between the two and that is primarily a cultural one. One serves its clients primarily; the other serves itself to a greater extent. The Americans passed the Glass Steagall act in 1933 precisely to separate the two activities, after some similar dysfunctional behaviour by the banks of the day. Of course the most recent disasters can be traced back directly to its repeal under President Clinton in 1999, when the head of the Fed, Alan Greenspan said he had been assured by the investment banks that “they would act far more responsibly this time” - and the rest is history, and a painful history at that.

Justin Urquhart Stewart is one of the most recognisable and trusted market commentators on television, radio and in the press. Originally trained as a lawyer he has observed the retail market industry for 20 years whilst at Barclays Stockbrokers and developed a unique understanding of the market’s roles and benefits for the private investor Many congratulations for a decade in print and thank you for all your help with our local marketing and helping to promote local businesses Dream Doors

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News “Residents of The Maldens and Coombe should keep their eyes open for the above symbol which will be appearing in local shops over the next few weeks. These are retailers who have given excellent service to their customers over several years, above and beyond what is normally expected. There are about fifteen nominations, and the winner will be decided at the Maldens and Coombe Heritage meeting held on 2nd December.

The shops are located in many different areas, not just in the High Street, and have been nominated by our membership. The design shows a skep (form of beehive) and commemorates that it will be 150 years next year since that emblem was first used by the New Malden Local Government Board (forerunner of the council) to symbolize the industry of the area, and the logo of the Board.”

We (Maldens and Coombe Heritage Society) have just published a new book entitled “We Knew you were

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coming” which commemorates the heroic actions (and the ultimate sacrifice) of three Victoria Cross recipients of The Borough of Maldens and Coombe. It is approximately 76 pages and is priced £5.00 The book will be officially launched at the Farmers’ Market on 7th November (just ahead of Remembrance Sunday). People can, however, order in advance via our website maldensandcoombeheritagesociety.weebly. com/ (and then going to the Latest News page).

Our previous book of residents’ recollections of New Malden throughout the years, entitled “ Monday was always Washday” is also still available, priced at £4.00 and, once again is available at the Farmers’ Market and on the website.

Finally we have a selection of Christmas Cards depicting old views of New and Old Malden and these too will be available at the Market and on the website.

Diwali - Festival of Light Celebrations Councillor Roy Arora the Mayor of Kingston is hoping as many residents of Kingston, Surbiton and New Malden as possible will join in and celebrate Diwali (The Hindu Festival of Light) during the evening of Thursday 5th November. A co-ordinated programme of the switching on of each of the three town centre’s festive lights is planned for 5.30 p.m., signalling the commencement of entertainment and activities in the town centres of Kingston and Surbiton.

In Kingston it is envisaged that there will be Indian food available in the Apple Market and in the town centre it is hoped to have indian dancers performing.

In Surbiton there are plans to have activities in the railway station area for all ages The Mayor is hoping that as many people as possible will join in this celebration and that it will become an annual event.

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Congratulations to the Village Voice on reaching their tenth Anniversary.

I am an immigrant to the area, as I married a local lady, but I really hail from a country far away, different language, culture, currency, and have had to adapt to your different ways.

I come from a distant land called North London, and the chance to learn about the origins of New Malden from the excellent words of Robin Gill, has helped me to understand how the area has developed. The "View from the City" (Justin Urquhart Stewart) and "A Malden Man" (Raj Randhawa) are regular reads of mine and are always worthy contributors. Please keep up the good work!

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Do you have jewellery you no longer wear?

Is your jewellery “tired” and in need of a re-vamp?

Adorn will repair or totally re-model your existing jewellery to create a beautiful new piece.

Why not create your own custom designed jewellery? From bangles to pendants, rings to earrings, we will help you through the design process to create a totally unique piece.

Handmade Gifts Adorn will create the perfect personalised gift for your loved ones that reflect their favourite pastime.

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Need help with gift ideas?

Here are some gifts we made recently: • Golf ball markers • Guitar plectrums • Bookmarks • Fishing hooks • Keyrings • Poker chips

David Sutcliffe, your local Goldsmith and owner of Adorn Jewellers, will give you free expert advice on all your jewellery needs.

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3 letters: 13 4 letters: 19 5 letters: 10 6 letters: 3

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Christmas Services Churches Together in Malden wish you & your household a HAPPY CHRISTMAS Come and celebrate Christ’s Birth Christ Church New Malden Church of England Coombe Road www.ccnm.org Vicar: Rev Stephen Kuhrt Tel 020 8942 0915 Sunday 20th December 9.30am Children’s Carol Service 6.30pm Carols by Candlelight Thursday 24th December, Christmas Eve 11.00pm Midnight Communion Friday 25th December, Christmas Day 10.00am All Age Service St John the Divine Church of England Kingston Road (opposite Homebase) www.sjnm.org Tel 020 8942 0915 Associate Vicar: Rev Helen Durant-Stevensen Sunday 20th December 6.30pm Carols by Candlelight Thursday 24th December, Christmas Eve 5.00pm Christingle Service 11.00pm Midnight Communion Friday 25th December, Christmas Day 10.30am All-age Service London New Centre Church (Korean) Meets in St John’s, Kingston Road Pastor Hwang Tel 07790553317 / 020 8949 3692 Please contact Pastor Hwang for details of Services this Christmas St James’ New Malden Church of England Malden Road stjamesmalden.org Rev Lorenzo Fernandez-Vicente Tel 020 8942 1860 Sunday 28th November 10am-4pm Church Fair Sunday 13th December 2-3.45pm Christmas Craft Activities 4pm Christingle Service Sunday 20th December 6.30pm Service of Nine Lessons & Carols Thursday 24th December, Christmas Eve 11.30pm Sung Midnight Mass with Carols Friday 25th December, Christmas Day 10.00am Sung Mass

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United Reformed Church Malden Road www.newmaldenurc.org.uk Minister: Rev Peter Leslie Flint Tel 020 3754 0940 Minister: Rev Suk In Lee Tel 020 8949 2071 Sunday 29th November 10.30am Family Service on 1st Sunday of Advent Sunday 6th December 10.30am Family Service, including Holy Communion, followed by Christmas Lunch Thursday 10th December 6.30pm Toy & Parade Service Sunday 13th December 10.30am Junior Church Festival Nativity Service Tuesday 15th December 10.15am Sparkles’ Christmas Service Sunday 20th December 4pm Tea and Sandwiches 5pm ‘Carols by Candlelight’ Service, followed by coffee and mince pies Thursday 24th December, Christmas Eve 4.30pm Children’s Service, including Christingle Friday 25th December, Christmas Day 10.30am Christmas Praise Family Service Sunday 27th December 10.30am Family Service Thursday 31st December, New Year’s Eve 11.30pm Watch Night Service New Malden Korean Church (meeting at the United Reformed Church) Rev Jong Kwon Oh Tel 020 8286 1609 New Malden Baptist Church Kingston Rd www.nmbc.org.uk Rev Johnny Pozzo Tel 020 8942 6912 Wednesday 16th December 3.30pm Messy Christmas (young families) Sunday 20th December 10.30am Family Christmas Service 6.30pm Carols by Candlelight Friday 25th December, Christmas Day 10.30am Christmas Praise Family Service (45mins) New Malden Methodist Church High St www.newmaldenmethodistchurch.com Minister: Rev Sooncheol Choi: Tel 020 8942 1288 Sunday 13th December 5pm Nativity Service Sunday 20th December 6.30pm Lessons & Carols Thursday 24th December, Christmas Eve 5pm Christingle Service 11:30pm Christmas Eve Holy Communion Friday 25th December, Christmas Day 10:30am Christmas Day Celebration

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St Joseph’s Catholic Church Kingston Road / Montem Rd, KT3 3QW. Tel 020 8942 2602 Fr Peter Edwards, Deacon John-Simon Lawson www.catholicnewmalden.org Confessions before Christmas: See Bulletin & Website (in addition to our regular Thursday 6.30pm & Saturday10.30am & 5pm times) Mass at 7am (except Weds) & 10am every weekday.

Saturday 28th November 7.15pm Parish Concert Monday 14th December 7.00pm Corpus Christi School Carol Service Sunday 20th December - 4th Sunday of Advent Usual Sunday Mass times, viz: 6pm Saturday, ie. 1st Mass of Sunday, and at 9.30am, 11.30am (traditional music & Latin), & 5.30pm.

Blessing of Bambini (for family Cribs) at all Masses.

(At the end of 9.30 Mass) Children’s Nativity Tableau with Carols Thursday 24th - Christmas Eve 10am Daily Mass 5.30pm Christmas Vigil Mass 11.30pm Office of Readings & Carols, leading into: Friday 25th December, Christmas Day Midnight: Midnight Mass & Blessing of the Crib 9.30 & 11.30am Masses of Christmas Day & carols.(NB. No 5.30pm Mass on Christmas Day, nor on Sunday 27th December) Mass at 10am every weekday.

No 7am Mass until the Monday 4th January 2016.

St Pius X Catholic Church The Triangle, Norbiton. KT1 3SB. Tel 020 8942 2178 Fr Julius Otoaye email: stpiusxrcchurch@gmail.com <mailto:stpiusxrcchurch@gmail.com> www.st piusxchurch.org.uk Sunday 20th December 10am & 5pm Mass (6pm Saturday 19th December) Thursday 24th - Christmas Eve 6.00pm Christmas Vigil Mass 11.30pm Carols, leading into: Friday 25th December, Christmas Day Midnight Midnight Mass 8.00am Mass of the Dawn 10.00am Mass of the Day (NB. No evening Mass on Christmas Day) Saturday 26th December St Stephen’s Day 10am Mass 6pm Mass (first Mass of Sunday.)

Don’t forget that for transport to hospital, your doctor, and help with other needs, you can always ring Malden Care Scheme an organisation of The Churches Together in Malden and The New Malden Rotary Club on 020 8949 2233 You can also use the same number if you are prepared to help as a volunteer

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Just ask us, we may be able to help with a lift to an appointment, minor tasks around the house or just a visit.

Malden Care Scheme is a long established charity that offers occasional help to local residents who have no family or friends that are able to assist.

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People 90th Birthday Ferrari Challenge September 19th was a beautiful warm sunny day. In the morning, I sat at home, fidgeting while I waited for my son to pick me up to take me to Dunsfold Aerodrome.

He soon turned up, and by the time we got to our destination, my daughter and her husband and their children, and many friends had already arrived, so I felt very excited, and raring to go.

There were many different makes of car lined up, and after signing in; I waited for my first drive, which was in the Ferrari. I didn’t go as fast as I would have liked as I thought the first lap was a trial run, but it was very enjoyable and I received 38 marks out of 40 for my performance. The next car was the Audi R8 “Super” when I put my foot down and just touched 80mph. This time I was rated 39 marks out of 40, WOW. The final drive was with a charming professional driver by the name of Edmonds, and when he took me for a spin, we reached a speed of 140mph.The video of me taken in the car revealed some very interesting facial expressions while the poor chap learned my life’s story

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Book an appointment by calling 0300 123 23 23 St James’s Church Hall, Bodley Road, New Malden 4.30pm 5.30 to 8pm 28th Oct, 11th Nov, 9th Dec A.F.C Wimbledon Football Club, Jack Goodchild Way, 422A Kingston Road KT1 3PB 2 to 4.30pm 5.30 to 8pm 11th Dec Raynes Park, Dundonald Church 577 Kingston Road, Raynes Park, SW20 8SA 1.30-4.30pm 5.20-8pm 2nd Nov St Philip, Ruskin Drive, Worcester Park KT4 8LG 2 to 4.30pm 5.30 to 8pm 26th Nov, 4th Dec, 31st Dec

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Fireworks

Friday 6th November For the only organised firework display in Kingston go to Kingsmeadow Athletics Stadium in Kingston Road, where Kingston Rotary Club and Kingston Round Table jointly host this great event each November.

You can be assured of a display full of colour, noise and excitement set to music, as well as children’s fairground rides, a wide range of refreshments, and music and fun provided by Radio Jackie DJs live in the arena before the big display.Tickets in advance: Adults & Children £4 Children (under 5) Free On the day: Adults & Children £5 Children (under 5 ) Free Tickets available in advance from: Kingston Visitor Information Kiosk, Kingfisher Leisure Centre,, The Malden Centre, Kingsmeadow Fitness & Athletics Centre, Tolworth Leisure Centre..

Buy ticketsor go to www.kingstonfireworks.co.uk Organised by Kingston Round Table and Kingston Rotary. All profits to local charities.

Christmas Lights

Father Christmas and his New Malden entourage will be visiting New Malden High Street on Friday 27th November. The parade will start at the Fountain end of of the High Street and continue to Georges Square where there’ll be presents for the children.

Contact info@maldenfortnight.co.uk if you’d like to help or have any ideas as to what we can add to the parade.

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The day following the High Street Christmas Lights Switch On Friday 27th November, by popular demand, The Rotary Club of New Malden is holding a return concert by The Dave Marrion Big Band on SATURDAY 28th NOVEMBER in the Methodist Church High Street New Malden.

This event is in aid of charity and the doors open at 7.30. Tickets are on sale in advance at Tudor Williams departmental store and will also be available on the door.

For those who have been regular supporters of this event during Malden Fortnight will know the exceptional quality of the music and it is hoped that the hall can be filled for this very worthy cause.

The tickets are reasonably priced at £10 and refreshments will be available during the interval. For any further information telephone Tony on 020 8942 0434

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Christmas Fairs

Get into the festive spirit, and ahead with your shopping at St James Christmas Fair, Saturday 28th November 10am till 2pm. Delicious mince pies, mulled wine, hot home-cooked lunches, home-made cakes and jams.

Christmas decorations and craft items, books brica -brac toys and plants. Have fun with the bottle tombola, lucky ticket Come along to New Malden Methodist Church on Friday 27th November for our traditional Christmas Fair (4.30 - 7.00pm). There will be traditional children’s games like hook-a-duck and splat-the-rat, crafts, books, toiletries, preserves, cakes, home made sweets and much more. Please book your visit to Santa with Julia Morton (nmmcyw@hotmail.co.uk) to avoid disappointment. Santa will also be turning on the lights in the High Street that evening so a fun festive family Friday is guaranteed.

Join the fabulous Christmas Fair festivities at Christ Church New Malden Junior School on Saturday 28th November 12-4pm.

Father Christmas and his favourite little helper, Kevin The Minion, will open the fair. New attractions this year include a mouthwatering Hog Roast; inspirational 12:Westbury House Ad 16/6/12 13:35 Page 1 external Craft Stalls; Nail Bar with gorgeous Christmas designs & a Soccer Shoot Out against Santa’s elves.

Family favourites the award winning Tea Rooms; Live Entertainment; Tombola’s; Wrapping Room; Biscuit Decorating & Christmas Craft Making will also be there.

Gift Market 1st to 5th December at Bourne Hall Ewell.

This is Truly Christmas Shopping On Your Doorstep 1st to 5 th DECEMBER (2015) 10am to 5 pm ( 7 pm Tuesday ) Stalls are Specially Sellected For : Originality ,Quality, Usability ,Good Value and Service. Gifts For You, Your Friends and the Entire Family. Enter Free Raffle (no purchase necessary ) Easy & Cheap Parking Burlington Schools’ Christmas Fair: 12–3pm, Saturday 5 December, Burlington Schools, Burlington Road, New Malden KT3 4LT. Get into the Christmas spirit at Burlington Schools’ fabulous Christmas Fair, a fun day out for the whole family. Visit Santa’s grotto, try your luck at the tombolas, and join the scavenger hunt to find Santa!

Other attractions include live music from the choir and orchestra, Christmas shopping area, face painting, craft and games stalls.

Have some family fun at the Christmas disco dome and the photo booth - or why not try a session of family yoga for a little stretch and calm before the Christmas madness? Parents, enter our raffle and silent auction, or guarantee yourself a win on our £10 prize board.

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top it all off with a visit to the chocolate fountain.

See you there! Just £1.50 for entry (children free) which includes the scavenger hunt.

Music in New Malden

3 o’clock, 2nd Sunday in the month New Malden Methodist Church, High Street KT3 4BY an hour of music followed by tea and cake All concerts and programmes are subject to confirmation. Check the website for latest news. sites.google.com/site/musicinnewmalden

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courses for November 2015 Are you over 50, live in the borough of Kingston, and want to get fit, lose weight and improve your wellbeing? Why not join a free 6 week course !

Nordic walking: Richmond Park, Tues 3rd November, 10.30 Aquacise: Kingfisher, Kingston, Wed 4th November,12.30. Body Balance: Glenmore House, Surbiton, Thurs 5th November,11.30 Chair based: New Malden Methodist Church, Fri 6th November,1.00 All courses include healthy lifestyle/weight loss workshops. Contact Grace : 020 8942 8256 Email: grace.shorthouse@staywellservices.org.uk

Kingston Choral Society

Kingston Parish Church, Market Place KT1 1JP Beethoven: Mass in C , Haydn: Harmoniemesse, Thames Sinfonia For the first concert in its 2015-16 season, KCS contrasts two beautiful masses commissioned by the same patron, Prince Nikolaus of Esterházy.

Freshness and originality abound in these delightful works, full of melodic invention and orchestral colour.

Adults £15, Concessions £13 Under 18’s £5 Box Office 020 8977 4801 kingstonchoralsociety.org.uk/kcs

Graham Child Christmas Carols

2nd December ~ a great way to start the Christmas season, carol singing accompanied by a brass ensemble ~ 7.45 p.m. Methodist Church, New Malden High Street ~ £5 to include mince pie and a drink ~ in aid of the Mary Preston Holiday.

Malden Fortnight 2016

Key dates Parade:2nd July, Craft Fair:9th July Our parade theme for 2016 is Best of British More informatoin to follow www.maldenfortnight. co.uk

28th November 7.30p.m Open Rehearsal 2.30p.m

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Gardening Autumn Planning and Planting Pippa Greenwood

There is no doubt that the main growing season is over for the year and autumn is now very much with us, which makes it a perfect time to review exactly how your garden looks at this time of year and to do some planning and planting too.

If everything is looking a bit glum, why not make sure that for years to come you have many rich autumnal shades of orange, red, yellow and gold to brighten things up? There are numerous trees, shrubs and climbers with brilliant autumn colour and now is the perfect time for planting, as the soil should still be relatively warm and considerably more moist than it was during summer. It is also a perfect time to shop for plants which you can enjoy at this time of year, giving you the chance to see the plants ‘in the flesh’ and find out which individual tints and hues you find the most attractive.

Make sure that you check the growing requirements of the trees and shrubs you choose carefully and ensure that you can supply them with exactly what they need, as soil and site conditions can hugely influence autumn colour. For instance, one of my real favourites is the sweet gum or Liquidambar but this is unlikely to produce the striking colour for which it is renowned if planted in a relatively shallow soil over chalk. You should also try to choose a relatively sheltered site for plants grown for autumn colour, avoiding the most windswept areas where strong winds will rapidly knock the leaves from the shrub or tree just when the plant has come into the best of its autumnal shades.

The ultimate choice of plants will be largely determined by the conditions in and the size of your garden, so a trip to your local garden centre is worthwhile. The Japanese crimson glory vine (Vitis coignetiae) is a fabulous ornamental vine which can grow to a height of 90 feet, so can be used to train over trees or large buildings. Its toothed leaves turn a range of purple, crimson and reddish-orange colours in autumn.

Some viburnums, including Viburnum dentatum, also have lovely autumn colours and for bright yellow autumn foliage then the witch hazels (Hamamelis and Fothergilla) are some of my favourites, although they prefer an acid soil.

The numerous maples, particularly the Japanese maples, not only bring vibrant colours into your garden during autumn but being relatively small or very slow growing

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are suitable for most plots. There are lots of different types of Acer palmatum which bring lovely colour, including Acer palmatum ‘Lutesens’, which turns a rich yellowish gold, ‘Crimson Queen’, ‘Trompenburg’, ‘Garnet’ and ‘Seiryu’, ‘Osakazuki’, ‘Orange Dream’, ‘Heptalobum’ and Acer palmatum ‘dissectum’ and Acer palmatum ‘dissectum atropurpureum’, and also the beautiful leaves of Acer palmatum ‘Beni-Shidare’.

Whatever you choose it is important to make sure that the plants’ root balls are thoroughly watered and teased out, before being placed in a well prepared planting hole. Plant at the correct depth, so that the shrub or tree is buried to the same depth as it was whilst in the compost. Always keep the soil just moist around the roots, both now and throughout next year, to help them get well established so you can enjoy them for years to come. *Make vegetable growing fun and productive with Pippa’s unique ‘Grow Your Own with Pippa Greenwood’ system. Select your vegetable plants from www. pippagreenwood.com and your garden-ready plants are delivered in May; what makes it unique is that Pippa will email you every week with lots of tips and help about what you’re growing, ensuring great results. It is great value and various pack sizes are available, e.g. up to 55 plants for just £29.00, plus that weekly advice. Gifts Cards are also available.

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Clubs Mondayss.

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New Malden Rotary Club Where: Malden Golf Club,Traps Lane,When: Monday evenings at 6:15 for 6:45pm Contact: Barry Collins on 07740 257 255 Monday Netball Club When: Mondays 8.30pm Contact: Katie Leason 07910 256107 English Conversation / Lessons For Koreans Where: Christ Church Centre, Coombe Road When: Mondays & Tues, 10.00 am - 12.00 noon All welcome: contact Chris Coke 020 8942 7388.

St James Players If you enjoy acting do come or help backstage. Monday and Wednesdays 8pm New members welcome.

St James Church Hall, Bodley Road NEW MALDEN. Mem Sec: linda@dunnz,net

Tuesdays

Arthritis Care New Malden Branch Arthritis Care Kingston and District Meeting on the 3rd Tuesday of the month at 7.30pm in the eveningat Alfriston House Berrylands Road Surbiton Contact : Jocelyn King for further information on 0208 942 6745.

The New Malden Ladies Badminton Club When: Tuesday at the Malden Centre from 20.30 till 22.00 We are a mixed ability club looking for new members.

Please ring Lynda on 8949 2673 or just pop in.

NHS Retirement Fellowship- Local Branch Are you retired or about to retire from the NHS? Why not join us on the 1st Tuesday of every month from 10am -12 at Christ Church Hall, Christ Church Road, Surbiton, KT5 8JJ. We have speakers, activities, coffee & chat.

Other outings & activities are also arranged during the month. contact Lorna on 020 8337 4121.

Half Shares We are a group of widows who meet together on the 1st Tuesday of every month. We have a speaker and enjoy a cuppa and a chat. Come and join us at 1.45-3.15pm at Christ Church Centre, Coombe Rd For more details contact Lily on 020 8949 1431.

The New Malden Investment Club Our meetings are held on the first Tuesday of the month at the Grafton Club, Grafton Road, New Malden. Contact the secretary on 020 8942 1926 for information.

Malden Bridge Club When: Tuesday evenings 7.30 to 10.30pm Where: Graham Spicer Institute, by entrance to Waitrose car park. Contact: John 020 8942 7560 for details.

ACT FOR JUSTICE. New Malden Baptist church; Westbury Road. KT3 5BE.

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When: The first Tuesday of every month, 8 - 9.30pm.

This group aims to combat human trafficking. We’ll discuss issues of forced labour, sexual exploitation and domestic servitude, raise awareness and fundraise.

Contact ellykeevil@hotmail.com

Wednesdays

Malden & Coombe Social Club For The Blind When: Alternate Wednesdays 2pm to 4pm Contact; Mike Ball 02089420819 Volunteer drivers/helpers VERY welcome Royal British Legion Malden & Coombe The Legion meets every second Wednesday afternoon from 2.30pm at the Grafton Club. Any interested parties in joining please contact Samantha Bantonk on 07984341459.

Talking Of Trains In Surbiton Programme of talks which take place locally at the Surbiton Library Hall each Wednesday evening throughout the winter months. The first meeting is free; the fee for the complete year is just £50.

Topics this season feature subjects ranging from the railways of Lancaster to Kosovo and slideshow presentations by resident lecturer Dick Crane. Guest speakers included Ian Brown, the former Managing Director of Transport for London Rail, author Jim Connor and one of Britain’s noted rail photographers Bob Sweet. www.talking of trains.co.uk

Thursdays

St. John’s Hall is open between 2.00 and 4.00pm for Tea And Chat. If you are on your own please feel free to drop in for a free cup of tea and some company.

411 Malden Road (between Worcester Park station and The Plough). 213 Bus stops nearby.

Malden Camera Club Where: New Malden Library, Kingston Road When: Thursday evenings throughout the year at 7.45pm Contact: www.maldencameraclub.org.uk Malden Centre Orchestra Where: Malden Centre, Blagdon Road When: 10.00-12.00noon, every Thursday (term time only)Contact: Conductor David Benke on 02087868517.

Tolworth Badminton Club Where: Play at Tolworth Recreation Centre When: Club night Thursday evenings 7.30-9.30 Standard: Intermediate/advanced level Contact: tolworthbadmintonclub.co.uk,ring Pat on 0208 395 9175 or just turn up Malden Emergency First Aid Society (Mefas).

Members meet each Thursday evening at 7.30pm for First Aid training. New members required. Everyone welcome. Hall available for hire. Contact Christine on 07966661015.

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The Mefas Hall, rear of Malden Centre, Cocks Crescent, New Malden - for people with a severe sight loss - for a sandwich lunch on the last Thursday of every month 12.30 to 2.30 pm. The cost is £3 per person and friends or family are welcome. For further details telephone Kerry at K.A.B. 020 8605 0060.

Come and join our friendly local bridge club at the Shiraz Mirza hall (behind Norbiton station). We play 24 hands of duplicate bridge - with electronic scoring - every Thursday from 7.30 p.m. prompt. Host system so partners always available. £5 table money. Parking available outside the hall. Also buses and trains from very close by. Contact Rosemary Vase 0208 5468719 or Pauline Finn 0208 549 3270 or just turn up Malden And Coombe Flower Decoration Society At St.James Church Hall Bodley Road WHEN the third Thursday of the month at 7.30 pm. Why not come along to these evenings and dazzle your family and friends with your expertise! Visitors £5 If you would like more details please ring Alison Honor on 020 8949 8036.

Malden Wanderers Badminton Club Where:- 22, Cambridge Avenue, KT3 4LE When - 20.30 p.m - 22.00 p.m. We are a friendly club looking for new members.

Please contact - Bobby 07946 532 846.

New Malden Women’s Institute (WI).

Where: Shiraz Mirza Hall, Manor Park Hall, Malden Road, New Malden, KT3 6AV. 2nd Thursday of each month at 7.30 pm Barbara 0208 546 1495 or twocavs@googlemail.com

Fridays

Road, New Malden from 1pm to 2:30 pm (Doors open at 12:30) We have musical entertainment, a raffle and refreshments. Coach outings are organised during the Summer months. If you would like to join us please contact Sheila on 0208 949 5118 for further information.

Saturdays

Saturday Dementia Club staywell Services 2nd Saturday of the month 11am to 2pm in New Malden for people living with dementia, their family and carers, Call 020 8942 8256 and ask for Cathy or Marion or you can send an email to saturdayclub@staywellservices.org Learn to sew and knit! Develop your creative skills and share them with others! The Sew-and-Sews, a club for all ages. We meet every 1st and 3rd Saturday. Entry is free-a small charge may be made to cover expenses.

Please ring Yunghee Koh on 07533 386918 for more details and before you come along for the first time.

Younger children need to be accompanied by an adult.

Entrance to the hall is off Malden Road car park.”

The Cast On Café Would you like to learn how to knit, need help and advice on a knitting project or just want to socialise with fellow knitters? Then for just £5 and a free drink, join us every Friday in the café at Tudor Williams, High Street, New Malden, from 10am-12 noon. Contact Alison Forrester on 07778 397957

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Over Eighties Ladies Club LET’S GET TOGETHER FOR CHRISTMAS LUNCH 12.30am – 3.30pm 1St Or 2Nd Week Of December and then once a month for coffee to meet up Venue to be discussed in New Malden enjoy each others company. it will be fun.

Calling all ladies 80 or over and we can also celebrate birthdays.

Looking forward to hearing from you Contact: 8942 7232 joyce Email: joycemundy25@hotmail.com Emanuel Rugby Where: Shannon Corner, KT3 4PU When: Adults Tuesdays and Thursdays,7.30pm, Saturday 2-3pm.

Children: Registration at the club is 1030am with training starting at 11am on Sundays emanuelrugby. co.uk info@emanuelrugby.co.uk Fergus McCarthy 0845 8338974 Graham Spicer Snooker Room Availible for hire during the day and evenings.

Contact Secretary for availibility on 020 8942 2157.

Malden Bowling Club Where: Lime Grove, New Malden Tel: John on 020 8949 4315.

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Friday Morning Running A mixed group, consisting mainly, but not restricted to, mothers with children in school, meet each Friday morning at 9:50 am in the Pembroke Lodge car park TW10 5HX, for a run of between 3 and 4 miles in Richmond Park. This is a social group of runners with no pressure on ability. New runners are more than welcome (everybody has to start somewhere) and time will be taken to accommodate them. Don’t feel inhibited, come and try us! If you need any further infocall Bob on 07936 240937.

RSPB Epsom and Ewell Local group.

We meet the 2nd Friday of every month at 7.30, apart from July and August, at All Saints Church Hall Fulford Road, West Ewell with guest speakers who illustrate their enthusiasm on a variety of natural history subjects. We also have several birding outings throughout the year which is arranged to suit all ages.

There is a small charge for non-members of the RSPB. rspb.org.uk/groups/epsom.

Over 60’s club We meet every Friday at St. James Church Hall. Bodley

Supreme Bowls Club We welcome new bowlers of both sexes, all ages, and all abilities from late April to end of Sept. Come and try bowling for free. We are a friendly club with around 70 members on the Kings College Sports Ground close to Woodies pub at the junction of Thetford Road and Windsor Avenue, New Malden, KT3 5BF. Tel Mick or Di on 020 8942 0294. supremebowling.org.uk.

West Wimbledon Society Table Tennis Club Friendly social table tennis club in Raynes Park welcomes new members (sorry not complete beginners). 020 8947 3564.

Surbition Bowls Club Alexandra Rec, Tolworth.

Open days Sat/Sun 20/21 April from 2.30pm . Roll ups Tuesday evenings from 5:50pm. Small friendly mixed club (35 players.) New members very welcome. David 020 8224 2385.

From The Ground Up local affordable organic box scheme - Kingston’s own - fresh organic veg, fruit, bread, cheese and preserves at exceptional price.

Collection every Saturday from Kingston or Surbiton. fgu@ttkingston.org for details Surbiton Croquet Club Where: Alexandra Drive, Berrylands. Croquet is a game for all ages and abilities. All welcome at very friendly club, including (especially!) complete beginners. Free introductory croquet coaching sessions. Contact Chris Osmond 020 8330 6698

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Malden Manor Bowls Club, Manor Park, Malden Road. New members will be made very welcome.

Roll ups, league matches, internal and external competitions; we offer bowling for all levels of interest and ability. Our open day this year will be on 16 May. For further details contact Men’s Secretary Gerald 020 8949 4623 or Ladies’ Secretary Malden Manor Bowls Club Where: Manor Park, Malden Road.

On 21st August 1921 the inagural meeting of the British Legion Malden & Coombe was held, If you would like to join the Royal British Legion then please get in touch.

Staywell services offer a range of wellbeing services for senior citizens living in the borough of Kingston, including social and physical stimulation, companionship as well as a range of health initiatives including hairdressing, holistic therapies, podiatry service, bathing, computer lessons, lunch and so much more. For more information please email: admin@staywellservices.org.uk or telephone 020 8942 8256.

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10am to 11.30am Tots In Tow St John’s Church, Kingston Road Contact Debbie McCarthy 07887 724139 1.15 pm 3.15pm. St James Tiddlers Group We welcome all parents and toddlers, plus big sisters and brothers when they’re on holidays. St James Church Hall, Bodley Rd Contact Angie: 020 8942 2093 9.15 11.15 Stay and Play (0-18 months) - New Malden Children’s Centre, Burlington Road 020 8336 1561.

Bumps and Babies under 1 NCT coffee morning, fortnightly Mondays. 10am to 11.30am. The Watchman Pub, New Malden. All welcome. NCT members and nonmembers. For more information and to confirm the next meeting date please contact newmaldennctcoffee@gmail. com

Tuesdays

10am to 11.45am St Joseph’s Toddler Group St Joseph’s R C Church, Montem Road 9.30am to 11.30am Sparkles United Reformed Church,

Cavendish Hall, Cavendish Road Contact Peggy Cox 020 8949 3402 to visit. 9-11.30 Stay and Play New Malden Children’s Centre, Burlington Road 020 8336 1561

Wednesdays

10am to 11.30am Tots in Tow (see Monday) 10am and 11.45 ST Joseph’s Toddler Group (see Tuesday). 12.30pm - 3.pm Stay and Play (0 - 5 years) - New Malden Children’s Centre, Burlington Road 020 8336 1561

Thursdays

9.45 to 11.30am Methodist Church Parent and Toddler Group Methodist Church, High Street, Contact Julia Morton 020 8942 1288. 9.30am to 12.30pm 9.30 - 12 noon Childminders’ drop in including school holidays, Norbiton Children’s Centre, The Mount School, Dickerage Road, 0208 942 2559 10.30-11am Story Time for age 2.5+ at New Malden Library

Fridays

9.30am to 11.30am Christ Church Parent and Toddler Group Christ Church, Coombe Road Contact Susie Gregerson 020 8241 9423. 9.45am to 11.15am Tadpoles Parent and Toddler Group New Malden Baptist Church, Kingston Road 020 8942 6912 – not a drop in session so call first. 10.30-11.00am Rhyme Time for age 0-3 at New Malden Library 9-12.Toy Library New Malden Children’s Centre, Burlington Road 020 8336 1561. Also at NMCC

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Breastfeeding Support Group - 10.00 - 12.00 - first week of the month Twins Support Group - 10.00 - 12.00 - Second and fourth weeks of the month,

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10-12noon Who let the dads out is at Norbiton Children’s Centre, The Mount School, Dickerage Lane, New Malden Runs the third Saturday of every month.

10am-12pm Stay and Play - Dads group - - first Saturday of every month New Malden Children’s Centre, Burlington Road 020 8336 1561.

Every second Saturday of the month, New Malden Library 10.30-11.00am. Free Saturday Rhyme Time for under 5s.

Dads especially welcome. Join us for 30 minutes of rhymes, songs and instrument shaking!

Men behaving Dadly is a group that meets on a Saturday morning once a month in the Christ Church lounge.

Dads bring their young children to enjoy playing with the toys and relax together by eating bacon sandwiches and drinking coffee.

Dads and doughnuts. Toddler group for male carers and their children under 5. New Malden Methodist Church 2-4 pm Oct 24th. Nov 21st. Dec 19th. Plenty of toys and activities and doughnuts! £ 2 per child. Drop in stay as long or short as you wish.

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Recipe Spiced winter vegetable soup A hearty and warming soup made with seasonal winter root vegetables. Serve with thick slices of warm crusty bread for a filling lunch or supper.

Serves 4 Ready in 1 hour 15 minutes 2 tbsp olive oil 1 onion, peeled and finely chopped 1 clove garlic, peeled and crushed 2 tsp medium curry paste 300g carrots, peeled and diced 250g swede, peeled and diced 2 large parsnips, peeled and diced 1.4 litre vegetable stock Crème fraîche or natural yoghurt, parsnip crisps (see tip) and crushed coriander seeds, to garnish 1 Heat the oil in a large deep pan over a medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and fry for 6-7 minutes until softened. Stir in the curry paste

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and cook for 1 minute then add the diced vegetables and cover and cook gently for 5 minutes.

2 Pour in 900ml of the chicken stock and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper.

Bring to the boil then reduce the heat and simmer, uncovered, for 30 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender. Cool for 10 minutes.

3 Puree the soup in a blender or food processor (in batches if necessary) and return to the pan.

Stir in another 300ml of the remaining stock and heat through gently. If you prefer a soup with a thinner consistency add the rest of the stock.

4 Adjust the seasoning to taste and serve in warmed bowls garnished with a spoonful of crème fraîche or natural yoghurt, parsnip crisps and crushed coriander seeds.

TIP To make the parsnip crisps, use a potato peeler to shave long thin strips from one large peeled parsnip. Half fill a large deep frying pan with vegetable oil and heat until a cube of bread dropped in the hot oil browns in 30 seconds. Fry the strips of parsnip in the hot oil for 1-2 minutes until crisp and golden. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain well on kitchen paper.

Reading the Village Voice is a treat-enjoy Malden Man who has a quirky, interesting take on life, and, Robin’s local history articles are fascinating.

Listings and info about local goods and services are useful too. Congratulations and best wishes on your ten year birthday, looking forward to the next ten! Alison Brennan

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Health Yoga for every body

by Rachel Ridley

Yoga is for every body. If you can breathe you can do yoga. However, as a yoga teacher, the most common response I hear is, “Yoga?....I’m far too inflexible for that.”

It’s like saying, “A bath?...I’m far too dirty!”

Yoga, especially in our world full of social media, can seem as if it is just for young, bendy, slim women in fabulous outfits with the ability to handstand for hours. But yoga has very little to do with the physical shapes we make with our body. The poses do build strength and increase flexibility but the primary focus is the breath, becoming more mindful and observing the reactions in body and mind. These are accessible to everyone. A good teacher will offer modifications, props and adaptations to suit the students in the room.

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Yoga connects us back to ourselves - it rejoins the dots.

You rediscover who you are and then take that with you off the mat and into the world. Yes it’s great exercise - it will help you get strong and feel great - but it also helps you get still, find peace, and reconnect with yourself.

This sense of calm, connection and confidence stays with you long after you roll up your mat. Who couldn’t use a little more of that in their life?

And as for being too stiff? In actual fact, being tight can be a benefit. It usually means you have more strength and allows you to maintain boundaries in a pose. So my advice, if you are feeling stiffer than you used to, is to get yourself to a yoga class - yoga will increase flexibility in both the mind and the body. If you constantly limit yourself, you will always be where you are today.

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Altogether there were 12 trekkers, plus the Berbers and their hardy mules who carried all our luggage and water. On our journey we covered a total of 67 miles over 5 days, with the second day being the toughest trekking 20 miles during a 13-hour slog.

Genesis Research Trust

by Jean Dalton

In May of this year, I took part in a Challenge for Genesis Research Trust.

My reason for doing this was to raise much-needed funds into research for the prevention of problems arising during pregnancy. Problems highlighted by the startling figures that 1 in 18 births are premature, 1 in 4 births end in Miscarriage, and 1 in 200 babies are stillborn – All of which are frightening and entirely factual. Our fundraising challenges and efforts are not only focused on these issues though. Scientists and clinicians, guided by Professor Lord Robert Winston, are also looking closely at research into the prevention of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, Ovarian Cancer and genetic diseases.

The most recent (and physically demanding) fundraising challenge I took part in was trekking over the Atlas Mountains in Morocco. To take our place on this expedition, we all each had to work hard to raise a minimum of £2400 for the research trust. We all achieved this target and some of us even went over and above that figure, thanks to everybody’s generous donations and the interest we garnered into what we were doing.

The challenge was 5 days trekking over Morocco’s famed Atlas Mountains, through landmarks like the ‘Stone Desert’ and the ‘Valley of the Roses’. The first two days of our adventure were mentally and physically draining, largely due to the sweltering temperatures, lack of shade and unforgiving terrain. During those first couple of difficult days we retired in the evenings to our humble tents. The aches and pains of attempting to rest on a thin mattress with stones poking through were immediately forgotten in the morning as the desert greeted you with amazing views of the sun rising, mountains in the distance, camels and mules grazing nearby. For someone who lives beside the A3, home felt so very far away!

Despite the beauty of the desert and the warmth of the local Berber people guiding us, the purpose of our adventure was never far from my thoughts. It was one of the most amazing and personally challenging experiences of my life. There were times when I questioned what I was doing there, terrified of the next step because of the sheer drops flanking our path, or the strong currents in the rivers we had to cross, or the unrelenting and exhausting heat of the Moroccan desert.

I was joined on my journey by some remarkable women, most of whom have had to deal with pregnancy-related issues, all wanting to do whatever they can to help prevention of these devastating conditions.

We were thrilled to be accompanied by Kate Hardy, who works as a scientist conducting research in this area and was able to describe to us first hand how the money we were raising was being put to good use. Another valuable member of the team was Dr Hogh (based at Kingston Hospital), who kept our feet in trekking condition despite some particularly nasty blisters.

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Every time I felt like I had used up the last of my strength, I thought about the wonderful support I have had over the past year from my friends who encouraged my training. I also remembered the incredible support shown by The New Malden Farmers Market and The New Malden Rotary Club with their very kind donations; The New Malden Leisure Centre and particularly Dominic McGinty for my training; My employer Karen of White and Hayward Estate Agents who supported all of my preparations for the trip. All of these people made a big impact on the money I managed to raise for this wonderful Charity.

Genesis Research Trust is a Charity that was founded by Professor Lord Robert Winston, please look at their website for more information with the breakthroughs they are making. If you would like to check out the challenges taking place over the next couple of years, please visit: www.genesisresearchtrust.com

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People Catherine Hancock We met Catherine Hancock, founder of Surbiton-based biscuit company Piped With Love, to find out about her local roots and how she’s making her mark in the baking world.

Q: Hi Catherine. What is your connection to New Malden?

A: I was born in New Malden in 1993 and lived on Rosebery Avenue. I went to the Christ Church schools before going on to Nonsuch in Cheam and then Tiffin Girls’ Sixth Form. My family moved to Surbiton in late 2013 and I now run my business entirely from there.

Q: What happened after school?

A: I studied for a Music degree at the University of Birmingham, specialising in oboe performance.

Perhaps starting a biscuit company doesn’t seem like the most natural progression for a music graduate, but the musical skills I’ve learned are invaluable for running a business: self-discipline, creativity, confidence and, of course, good timing!

Q: How did Piped With Love come about?

A: At university I spent far too much time watching baking videos, reading food blogs and whipping up treats for my friends! After deciding not to follow the corporate route, I allowed myself a post-uni ‘gap year’ to see if I could create a niche business in a field that I truly love. My parents were a bit reluctant at first (mainly at losing the use of their kitchen!) but thankfully business has really taken off and everyone is now incredibly supportive.

friends and family. Other than that, I just really like eating biscuits!

Q: What do you most wish you’d known when you started your business a year ago?

A: I think it’s probably how difficult it is to say ‘no’ to people or turn down orders.

However when you are doing it alone, you can’t spread yourself too thinly. I am not just baking the biscuits - but doing all of the administration, ordering supplies, designing and creating products, dealing with sales, marketing and social media and more, all whilst trying to find time to eat and sleep! I once heard someone joke that a perk of being your own boss is having the freedom to decide which 18 hours a day you work, and that’s certainly true at times.

Q: How can we get hold of some of your biscuits?

A: The business is now primarily online, so biscuits can quickly and easily be ordered from the new website.

The Christmas shop has already been a big success (especially the ‘6 tins for the price of 5’ offer). On the website you can also find details of decorating masterclasses where you’ll have fun learning some of the tricks of the trade and take a tin of delicious biscuits home with you! www.pipedwithlove.com

Q: Why did you choose biscuits over other sweet treats?

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