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This month, sees two bank holidays so this is the ideal time to get out and about! If you are heading outside, we have got a guide to summer skin care essentials and if this is the month you plan to up sticks and move we have top tips for how to add kerb appeal to your house. Our cover story this month features Wakehurst’s Wild Wood Festival. Just outside of Ardingly, Wakehurst is home to a botanic garden and seed bank – whether you are green-fingered or not, there is plenty to see and do. If you want to head down to the woods, we have got a family day pass for you to win! Enjoy May with us, whether your bank holidays are jam-packed with family fun or just chilled out, catch up with our great lifestyle features and local community content. Do not forget you can contact our community writers by emailing featuresdesk@mantramagazines.co.uk if there is something you would like to see in the magazine next month. It’s over to you! The RH Team
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COVER STORY
Go Wild! Discover Wakehurst’s Wild Woods 14
TRAVEL
Wonders Of The World Uncovered 16
HEALTH
Summer Skin Care Essentials 20
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STYLE
Hats For All Occasions 24
LEISURE
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A Wild Day Out In Surrey! Looking for a wild day out this May? Why not discover what wonderful wildlife our country has to offer at the British Wildlife Centre in Lingfield? Go on, take a walk on the wildside! By Georgia Lambert
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he British Wildlife Centre was found in 1997 by former dairy farmer, David Mills and it has become home to the finest collection of native wildlife in Britain, perfect for a family day out. David set up the centre to inspire and educate people about wildlife and the importance of conservation, with the centre’s objective remaining the same - to help people learn about the native wildlife around us in the hope that they will want to contribute to conservation. There are approximately 40 species on display in their natural habitats at the centre, ranging from American Minks, Fallow Deer to the rare Scottish Wildcat. If you are a Harry Potter fan you will be able to see the famous Snowy Owl, much like Harry’s owl, Hedwig. As you can imagine, there are plenty of photo opportunities, and if you are a keen photographer, you may like to attend one of their photography days, which include access inside selected enclosures. Every half an hour there are talks from knowledgeable keepers to further educate visitors about typical wildlife behaviour for each animal, and there are chances to watch the animals being fed. Sometimes a whole day of learning can take its toll on younger children and Pip’s Corner Children’s Activity Area is the perfect solution for short attention spans! There are opportunities to build a heron’s nest, explore an underground badger sett and to climb
and slide down an otter bank. When the time comes to refuel, there is a marvellous café on site serving hot and cold food and drinks and two scenic picnic areas. The British Wildlife Centre is the perfect venue to learn about Britain’s wildlife with the keepers to bring the teaching to life.Their Animal Encounters school programmes are designed to complement a variety of national curriculum topics in science, history and geography for pupils studying at Key Stages 1, 2 and 3. This active learning experience is a real-life natural history lesson, engaging students and creating an environment where they can put their learning into context which has proved to be hugely beneficial. Unlike similar venues, the British Wildlife Centre will not be open to the public during school visits which will ensure a focused trip - all school groups are led by one of the centre’s experienced keepers. The centre has many exciting plans for 2017, including creating a reptile area on the wetlands nature reserve.This contained area will be home to native snakes and lizards, including the rare Sand Lizard, which has suffered major habitat loss. They have also been working hard to transform ten acres of redundant farmland into a prime wetland habitat with ponds, grassland and wild flowers to attract an array of wading birds and other wildlife to this beautiful spot. The centre is a privately owned organisation, and their profits contribute to improving the accommodation for the animals, breeding programmes, habitat conservation and they are used to provide the best experience for future visitors.
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One Foot In The Past “It starts with a name, and ends with a story” Mike Selcon By Georgia Lambert
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yewitness Tours is a specialist company operated by former teachers, Andy Thompson and Mike Scott, who organise tours to wartime battlefields for groups, private tours and families. Attending one of these tours is an opportunity to retrace the footsteps of relatives who fought in either the First or Second World War. As two of the most experienced battlefield guides working today, Andy and Mike understand how to draw those travelling with them into the subject of war. Emphasis is placed on the human aspects of these conflicts, illustrated with stories from the lives of individual soldiers and whilst many battlefield tours are no more than a scripted guided coach journey, Eyewitness Tours are a genuine experience. Between April 8 - 11 2017 members joined Andy and Mike on a coach tour to Vimy Ridge and Arras in Northern France to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the death of a Surreyborn war poet. Poet, Edward Thomas, died on the first day of The Battle of Arras - Vimy Ridge and Arras are two of the most defining battles of the First World War. The group visited the Vimy Canadian Memorial Park which bears the inscribed names of 11,168 missing soldiers who were killed in action in France, the Cabaret Rouge Cemetery and the Wellington Quarry tunnels. Later this year, Eyewitness Tours are offering an unmissable battlefield experience. Between October 7 – 10 2017 there is a chance to be a part of a guided three-day coach tour to Passchendaele and Ypres, in Belgium. Known as the Third Battle of Ypres, this battle was a main campaign of the First World War, a brutal battle fought by the Allies against the Central Powers. During the tour, there will be a chance to understand the context in which this battle took place.
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There will be opportunities to attend the daily ceremony at the striking Menin Gate, cross the battlefields of 1917 where so many lives were lost and to visit Essex Farm, where the famous poem In Flanders Fields by John McCrae was written.
There is also a chance to reflect in the beautiful and poignant cemeteries of Tyne Cot Commonwealth and Langemark in the province of West Flanders. All accommodation, meals and museum entries are included in the price. If you are itching to find out more about a relative who fought in either war, head researcher, Mike Selcon at Eyewitness Tours can provide a silver research package. This includes thorough search for all available documents relating to your family member and a comprehensive overview of the information that is held on these documents. Mike Selcon started carrying out genealogical research following six years of service as a navigating officer in the British Merchant Navy and thirty years’ service as a police officer. “Not only had Mike found all of the available military records relating to my grandfather, but he delved into my grandfather’s early family life, giving me an insight into the hardships of his childhood and the dangers he faced in World War One” said a client.
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Flying High With The Surrey Hills Gliding Club
From a casual hobby to an inexpensive way to fly, gliding is an exhilarating sport offering people of all ages the chance to experience a silent and powerless flight. Guided by a British Gliding Association instructor you see the world from a bird’s eye view.
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he Surrey Hills Gliding Club is based at the historic Kenley aerodrome and has been operating since 1985. The gliding club is owned and operated by its members who welcome anyone who fancies a shot at learning to fly a glider. Their current club fleet comprises two two-seat and three single-seat gliders, and in these aircraft, you can experience what it’s like to fly in the footsteps of pilots during the Battle of Britain in 1940. The former Royal Air Force Station Kenley was a station of the Royal Flying Corps in the First World War and the RAF in the Second World War. English Heritage identified Kenley as the most complete fighter airfield associated with the Battle of Britain to have survived. I will never forget my gliding lesson with the Surrey Hills Gliding Club. I gingerly walked to what resembled a big paper aeroplane, after being picked to go first
By Georgia Lambert by the rest of the Scout group. To my surprise I was seated in front of my friendly instructor, near the nose of the plane, giving me a bird’s eye view of our surroundings. After being told all the safety instructions, we prepared to launch. The engine-less aircraft effortlessly climbed into the sky by using the naturally occurring currents of air that birds use to stay airborne. During our peaceful flight, we soared above a carpet of idyllic countryside and we could see as far as the City of London in the distance. The experience got even better when I was given the chance to take control and steer the glider under supervision so I did not go whizzing off! Gliding is for everyone who has ever dreamt of riding the air currents with the view stretching to the horizon and with barely a sound to disturb the moment and is perfect for aspiring pilots. The time taken from your first ever flight to your first solo flight
varies from person to person and the more practice you get the quicker you’ll be able to soar off on your own. At the club, the experienced instructors will show you how to control the glider and you will be given the chance to try the controls yourself during a flight. From this point, there is more to learn about flying, airmanship, the theory of flight and skills such as navigation, weather forecasting and the laws of the air. All flights at The Surrey Hills Gliding Club are made as members of the club, with temporary membership, trial lessons and gift vouchers available.
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Go Wild!
Discover Wakehurst’s Wild Woods There promises to be a raft of amazing things to experience at Wakehurst’s Wild Wood Festival between Saturday, May 27 and Monday, May 29. This is a chance for the whole family to get out into the woods and immerse themselves in all the magic the woods have to offer. By Jacob White
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Children will love lighting fires, taking part in hands-on crafts and letting off steam at Treetrunk Trek. They will also adore taking a close-up look at nature in the dropin photography workshop or making a mark on the woodland art wall. Tree climbing is always the most popular activity for the adventurous, run by fully-trained climbing experts with the relevant safety checked rope systems.
akehurst is home to a world-famous botanic garden and Millennium Seed Bank – one of the world’s largest seed conservation projects. As well as paying homage to flora and fauna, what you might not know is what lies just beyond - an incredible 500 acres of ancient managed woodland and the stunning Loder Valley Nature Reserve – waiting to be discovered and explored. This year’s Wild Wood Festival will be held in Pearceland Wood, which is only open for a few months a year to keep it free from damage and encourage natural growth to flourish. Here, you will be able to get hands-on as you nestle in a giant dormouse nest or burrow into a badger’s sett of coppiced hazel.You can also gather round a woodland kiln to see the sparks fly or, you can rest in the woodland shelter to eat from the outdoor oven.
Woodsmen will be at work making all sorts of interesting objects and a Wakehurst arborist will demonstrate the art of coppicing while explaining the lifecycle of the woodland in which they work. The importance of conservation is a serious theme running through each day and visitors hear what Kew is doing to protect woodlands all over the world, so future generations can enjoy them.
After all that full-on and super-charged high-octane activity there will be plenty of time to chill out and relax with tales of folklore from days and theatre. A picnic area, a pop-up woodland café and a campside barbeque will make sure everyone is well fed and watered and that nobody goes hungry on their visit to the woods.
A Wakehurst day admission ticket includes entry to the Wild Wood Festival. Normal garden admissions prices apply – Adults £12.50, Children (16 and under) free. Some activities incur extra cost (cash only). For more information, visit: www.kew.org/wildwood
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What’s on at Wakehurst
Recovery from the Great Storm of 1987 In the year of the 30th anniversary of The Great Storm, Wakehurst is celebrating the incredible regeneration of its woodlands.
Guided walking tour
Every day at 11.30am - Free
Secret Structures exhibition – inside the story of plants and fungi
On the night of the October 15/16 1987 winds gusting up to 115mph ravaged the South of England and the Wakehurst landscape was devastated with the loss of more than 20,000 trees.
(Held in the Atrium of the Millennium Seed Bank) Opened: April 7 Free
After replanting, Wakehurst is looking better than ever. This year their events, school holiday activities and guided walks all have a theme of encouraging visitors to learn more about the woods. In fact for Wakehurst the Great Storm could be seen as a blessing in disguise, it meant a virtual clean slate for their arborists and the start of phytogeographic planting in our woodlands. Trees were planted according to areas of the world that they are native to, meaning that the areas have been planted to respect geology and topography rather than political boundaries.
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COMPETITION TIME We have teamed-up with Wakehurst to offer you the chance to WIN a family day pass to Wakehurst Wild Wood Festival. For more information on how to win, visit our website: www.rhuncovered.co.uk
Wakehurst visitors can take a journey around woodlands of the world, with no need for a passport!
Monday, May 8, Thursday, May 11, Monday, August 7, Thursday, August 10 between 5.30pm – 9.30pm. For more information, call: 02083325626
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Woodland activity for all the family Saturday, May 27 – Monday, May 29 No need to book
TRAVEL
Wonders of the World Uncovered Wonders of the World lists are often debated and can include natural spectacles or man-made achievements. Of course, there are a million and more amazing sights to see in the world but here is a list of my favourites for wow-factor and of course, accessibility, easily visited independently, or as part of a tour group. By Beverley Neal As the only surviving site of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, we must begin our list with the Great Pyramid of Giza. The ancient sites in Egypt are so well preserved it is like they were built yesterday and with passionate and knowledgeable guides you cannot help but fall in love with the tales and legends. Climbing into the King’s Chamber in the Great Pyramid is one of my ultimate travel experiences, and it is still utterly incomprehensible that those structures are almost 4,000-years-old. An icon of India and the world’s most impressive dedication to love, it is hard to describe how beautiful the Taj Mahal is. The views of the monument from afar are breath-taking but close-up the Taj cannot fail to amaze with thousands of individually carved inlays set into the marble, taking the most highly skilled artisans of the day 17 years to perfect.
Walking along the Great Wall of China offers the most spectacular views as the wall snakes along the rugged mountain tops disappearing into the horizon. The wall stretches for more than 13,000 miles, but the sections around Beijing are the most visited and allow you to explore the many watch towers, walk along the steeper sections and admire the size of this unbelievable structure which at some sections is more than 25ft high.
The actual iconic shaped Angkor Wat in Cambodia is just one temple in this vast complex which covers a whopping 500 acres and is the largest Hindu temple in the world. Built in the 12th century, it features fascinating carvings, frozen stories of daily life and politics of the time. Your mind starts to play detective as to how was it built and why did the inhabitants of this once mighty city leave, perfect for the amateur historian! Victoria Falls has to be my favourite natural sight. The Victorian explorer, David Livingstone described Victoria Falls as ‘scenes so lovely they must have been gazed upon by angels in their flight’, and he was not wrong.The best way to view the mighty Smoke that Thunders, as the locals call it is from above, and a helicopter or microlight trip over the falls is highly recommended. If that’s not adventurous enough for you, try visiting during the low season (Sep-Dec) when you can sit right on the edge of the falls in the Devil’s Pool. Where Next? I still dream of going to Peru’s Machu Picchu, Jordan’s Petra and Bagan in Myanmar as well as seeing so many natural sights like South America’s Amazon River and the Angel Falls, Ngorongoro Crater in Tanzania and cruising the polar regions. The great thing is these places are becoming more accessible, and conservation driven by tourism is helping to preserve them in the right way. I am a big advocate for touring holidays and have spent much of my career working in the touring sector. Whether you want to see a destination as part of a group or set out independently, please get in touch now, and we can start your very own travel wish list.
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HEALTH
Summer Skin Care Essentials Summer is a time to get outdoors and enjoy the sun but remember there are things to keep in mind when it comes to your skin – the hot and humid days can take their toll if you do not take extra care. By Jacob White
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ere are some skin care essential tips to keep in mind this summer to help keep you safe in the sun. If you like to bronze, remember to let it happen gradually over a series of days. Exposing yourself to intense sun for long periods for the sake of getting a quick tan can have serious effects on your skin, not to mention the risk of sunburn and sunstroke. Use a sun tan lotion with an SPF (Sun Protection Factor) of at least 30 to protect your skin. Drink Water! At least eight glasses of water-a-day is recommended. Carry a bottle
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of water with you and drink from it regularly throughout the day, by doing so you will help prevent dehydration, wash out toxins from your body and ensure you are at your hydrated best! Insect repellents are a must if you are planning to travel abroad this summer but even at home on sultry days the heat brings mosquitoes and many other biting insects!
Stay feeling fresh and cool by taking a misting bottle of water with you, whether going to work, to the beach or shopping, use to give your face and body a freshening cool off. Exfoliation is a good idea in summer as dead cells clog up your pores and can cause spots. Use a scrub which will not dry your skin too much. Don’t forget your feet! They are on show now more than any other time of the year, use a foot scrub. Massage this into your feet and legs in a gentle upward motion to exfoliate dry skin before applying moisturiser. Apply body oil on heels at night, then pop on some cotton socks and leave on overnight.
second fastest in women, with men 70% more likely to develop the disease, typically on their backs and in areas difficult to spot, making the warning signs easier to miss which can lead to a later diagnosis and consequently leading to a higher death rate
Raising Awareness
Melanoma rates in the UK have more than quadrupled in the past 30 years, however many of us still don’t understand the need, or have the motivation to use sun protection regularly or check skin for signs of change and danger signs.
Protect: Wear SPF30 sunscreen, sleeves, a hat and seek shade between 11.00am and 3.00pm Detect: Regularly check skin for changes and know what to look out for The Watch Your Back! campaign Prevent: Melanoma and is raising awareness by promoting other skin cancers but enjoy the following simple advice: your time outside
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WHAT’S ON Sunday, May 7 2017, 1.00pm - 5.00pm, Turners Hill Open Gardens, Afternoon teas local produce and plants for sale. Entry is £5.00 to include all gardens, purchase at first garden of entry with proceeds to St. Catherines' Hospice and Village Environmental Project. For more information, call Thelma on 01342 714858 or email thelmammason@aol.com Sunday, May 7 2017, 10.30am - 3.00pm, British Red Cross Week Annual Open Day Goffs Park, Horsham Road, Crawley RH11 8AX Events include pedigree and novelty dog show, raffle and face painting. General entry is free but charges apply to dog show entries and other selected events. For more info call: 01293 649078, or 0800 028 0831 (opt 1). Wednesday, May 10 2017, 8.00pm - 10.00pm, Mid Sussex Franco-British Society Talk, Clair Hall, Perrymount Road, Haywards Heath RH16 3DN. An illustrated talk in French by Edward CholmondeleyClarke Raconteur et historien de l'époque de l' empire --EVASION-- Un discours illustre sur les Français qui se sont éshappés de la Grande-Bretagne dans la période napoléonienne. For more info, call Barbara on 01444 452385 Thursday, May 11 2017, 10.00am, Maria's Good As New Sale, Crawley Hospital, West Green Drive, Crawley RH11 7DH. As good as new sale. For more information, call Maria on 01293 403432 or email chlof2003@hotmail.com Saturday, May 13 2017, 2.00pm - 5.30pm, Birchanger Garden Open Day, Birchanger Garden, High Street, Balcombe RH17 6JY. Open day in aid of the NSPCC. Entrance £5, under 12s free. Saturday - Sunday, May 13/14 2017, 2.00pm - 5.30pm, National Garden Scheme Open Day At The Garth The Garth Pleasure Grounds, Newchapel Rd, Lingfield, Surrey RH7 6BJ. Visit the gardens and the refreshments available. Entry is £5.00, children admitted free with profits going to St Catherine's Hospice. Sunday, May 14 2017, 10.00am onwards, Bowling Club Open Day - Felbridge Bowling Club Oak Farm Place, Crawley Down Road, Felbridge, RH19 2RN. Come along for a taster session – qualified coach and all equipment provided. Sunday, May 14 2017, 10.00am - 2.00pm, Car Boot Sale, RSPCA South Godstone Animal Centre, Eastbourne Road, South Godstone RH9 8JB. Buyers: Entry is by donation. Sellers: All vehicles £10.00 with trailers an additional £3.00. Pay on entry, no need to book your pitch. Open for set up from 9.00am with gates opening to buyers at 10.00am. Sunday, May 14 2017, 11.00am - 3.00pm, Your Wedding Journey Begins Here! Copthorne Hotel London Gatwick, Copthorne Way Wedding fair hosted by upcoming events at Copthorne Hotel and Effingham Park. Come along to see first hand the latest trends and ideas for “your big day”!!” Monday, May 15 2017, 7.45pm, East Grinstead Natural History Soc, St Barnabas Church Hall, Dunnings Road, East Grinstead RH19 4AT. A talk on Broadwater Warren by Alan Loweth. Entry for visitors is £4.50 which includes refreshments. For more information, call: 01342 315051.
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Thursday, May 18 2017, 7.30pm, Uckfield Music Club Aurora Wind Ensemble, St Margaret's Church, Buxted TN22 4AY. The Aurora Wind Ensemble play Mozart, Glinka, Franz Strauss, Matthew Walthew and Beethoven. Entry is £12, students £2 and accompanied children admitted free. For more info, call Jenny on 01825 733254 Friday, May 19 2017, 7.30pm, East Grinstead Society, The Main Hall East Court Mansion, College Lane, East Grinstead RH19 3LT. My Farming Life, a talk by David Tas about his career in agriculture and time as farm manager at Standen House. Entry is members £1.00, non-members £3.00. Friday - Sunday May 19-21 2017, Friday 12pm - 8pm, Saturday/Sunday 10am - 5pm, The Attic Art Club Original Art Fair Ditchling Village Hall, 18, Lewes Road, Ditchling BN6 8TT. Part of Brighton and Hove's Art Council open houses and art trail with displays and sales. Entry is free but donations welcome to Dame Vera Lynn's Childrens Charity. Saturday, May 20 2017, 9.00am - 1.00pm, Worth Horticultural Society Plant & Garden Jumble Sale Crawley Down allotments, Crawley Down Bedding and herbaceous plants available, as well as vegetable plants and bulbs. Garden tools on sale also, all at very reasonable prices. Saturday, May 20 2017, 10.00am - 4.30pm, British Sugarcraft Guild, Brighton Racecourse, Freshfield Road, Brighton BN2 9XZ. Featuring displays of celebration cakes and sugar modelling as well was competitions for members and non-members. Entry is £6.00 on the door (£5.00 in advance). More info call: 01322 432015 or visit: www.bsgregion8se.org Saturday, May 20 2017, 12.15pm - 2.00pm, Milton Mount Playgroup May Fayre, Milton Mount Avenue, Pound Hill, Crawley RH10 3DY. May Fayre with entertainment including a bottle tombola, splat the rat, cake sale and a chance to adopt a teddy! Entry is £1.00 for each family. Thursday, May 25 2017, 10.00am, Maria's Good As New Sale, Crawley Hospital, West Green Drive, Crawley RH11 7DH. As good as new sale. For more information, call Maria on 01293 403432 or email chlof2003@hotmail.com Thursday, May 25 2017, 1.30pm, Reigate Arthritis Care Support Group Session and Talk, Woodhatch Centre, Whitebeam Drive, Reigate RH2 7LS. Exercise class starts at 1.30pm, followed by a talk from Lorraine Tellis about Surrey Telecare Services. All welcome, for more information, call Sylvia on 01737 242193 Saturday - Sunday, June 3 -4 2017, 10.00am - 4.00pm, Heffle Quilt Show, Punnetts Town Village Hall, Battle Rd, Punnets Town TN21 9DS. Quilt show raffle and refreshments. Entrance is £4.00 with all proceeds to Breast Cancer Research. For more information, call Dorothy on 01435 865903. Saturday, June 10 2017, 11.00am - 3.00pm, St Peter and St Pauls Church Fete, Traditional village fete in the village. For more information, call Johnny on 01342 833416
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LEISURE
Park Life!
With the warmer, brighter, longer days here, now is the time to get out and enjoy your local park and the wide open green spaces! We have got top tips and ideas for you to make the most of your park life! By Jacob White
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re you tired of seeing your children glued to the sofa playing video games and watching online cat videos when it is such a beautiful day outside? It is time to get them up and outside for some real-life fun!
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Even if your budget is tight, you can find lots of adventures to be had at a park! Take advantage of your nearest recreational area and plan an outing for the entire family no matter how old or young.
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As well as swings try your hand at rope nets, see-saws, giant slides and monkey bars! These are just some of the wonders packed into park play areas – so head off to the park and pack plenty of agility.
Many community parks have tennis courts and football fields – they often offer local leagues for organised sports but if it’s an open field take along a ball and have a good old fashioned kick-about.
Whether putting your best foot forward solo or as part of an organised event like Park Run put your running shoes on - before doing a Mo Farrah, check the park website for any do’s and don’ts.
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As well as agility pack some drinks to ensure you and your little ones remain refreshed in the sun.
You might think of yourself as a Wayne Rooney but be careful where you take aim with your balls!
Remember to run on areas of the park you are advised to use and following park running rules.
Picnic In The Park
Learn About Nature
Play With The Dog
Looking for a lazy feast? Nothing quite beats eating al fresco! Grab a basket and a blanket and some hearty food and drink to enjoy whilst in the sun – don’t forget to take some extra feed for the ducks!
Local parks teem with wildlife so they are a great place to learn about plants and animals on your doorstep – remember your camera so you can photo anything weird or wonderful for a scrapbook!
Parks are a place where your canine family member can enjoy an outing with you – taking your dog to the park can be a great place as you can all bond as a family and your furry friend can exercise!
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If you are dinning in the middle of the day make sure you take some sun cream to protect your skin!
If you want to make a scrapbook be mindful of the nature and treat plants and animals respectfully.
Be sure to know your park’s rule for four-legged visitors – take a lead and bags for any toilet stops.
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West Park Road, Newchapel, Surrey RH7 6NB | Phone: 01342 837 952 The gardens here at the Temple are some 28 acres excluding the buildings, and are traditional English country gardens with wonderful walks through the parkland. We have woodland walks on well maintained and wheelchair freindly paths. with Bluebells, Wood Anemones, not to mention the trees - Oaks, Atlantic Ceders, Lime Trees, and Yew Trees, the list goes on. We are happy to cater for local school groups, youth organisations, senior citizen organisations, W.I’s, horticultural/gardening clubs, religious groups and any individuals with an interest of the above. Find us on the web www.lds.org/placestovisit Follow the London Temple Visitor’s Centre on Facebook “The walk around the gardens was a revelation in itself, and to be able to do it on such a lovely day was just perfect. We all learnt so much” - Bletchingley Parish Church “Thank you once again for your hospitality, for lunch and for the opportunity to look around your beautiful gardens. The Trees are magnificent and the grounds are very well kept!”
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COMMUNITY
YMCA East Surrey Short Breaks
Following the success of its play schemes last summer, one local charity is planning a series of short breaks again this summer.
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MCA East Surrey started running their short breaks play schemes for children and young people with disabilities in Crawley in summer 2016. The scheme has been a huge success with 32 children and young people enjoying a range of activities, including science experiments, creative play and outings to the K2 Leisure Centre and Tilgate Park in the town. The holiday clubs, funded
by West Sussex Council, will continue to run during school holidays and the service has also been extended include Thursday evening and Saturday activity clubs for young people aged 12-18 with disabilities. The clubs run trips into the community, allowing young people to develop new skills and experience a range of activities. Trips include theatre visits, bowling, swimming, karting and visits to Crawley Town Football Club.
During these trips, young people are supported by YMCA’s qualified and experienced staff and encouraged to develop and use everyday skills, such as asking and paying for items, to develop their independence. The scheme relies on volunteers to keep running. Full training is given and there are plenty of development opportunities and you get to enjoy great days out helping to make a difference.
If you are interested in volunteering with YMCA East Surrey, visit: www.ymcaeastsurrey.org.uk
YMCA East Surrey Sleep Easy
On Saturday, March 4, 44 people slept rough for one night at YMCA East Surrey’s Sports and Community Centre in Redhill to help raise the profi le of youth homelessness for the charity’s fifth Sleep Easy event.
Lee Fabry, YMCA East Surrey’s Head of Housing at Hillbrook House in Redhill, said: “The aim of this event is to bring the community together and get the message across that homelessness is still an issue which needs to be addressed, even in Surrey’ “Last year, 88 young people at risk of homelessness found a place to stay at Hillbrook House. Our supported Move-on project in Lynwood Road is giving even more young people a stepping stone towards independent living and the NextStep housing service is just about to secure private rented accommodation for their 800th family” Lee added Joining the group to sleep out under the stars were the Mayor and Mayoress of Reigate and Banstead, Cllr David Powell and Mrs Caroline Durrance.
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“As an ex-soldier, I’m used to roughing it,” said the Mayor, aged 81, who took part in the event for the second year running.
Staff, residents, volunteers, local councillors, Reigate College students, friends and supporters made up the group and so far, more than £10,000 has been raised. Top fundraiser for the night was local handyman, Rich Michalowski, with a sponsorship total of £3,100. Rich says: “We were very lucky, it stayed dry, after packing up our cardboard boxes in the morning the heavens opened!”
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PET CARE
Exercise Tips For Dogs Think just walkies or a game of fetch will keep your dog happy and healthy? Think again – there are plenty more ‘pawfect’ ways that will help your fourlegged friend stay fit, in shape and disciplined. Who knows - you could find yourself getting fitter too! By Shelley Welti Set up an obstacle course An obstacle course can keep your pup’s body and mind in tiptop shape, and they are easy to set up in your garden! Use cones, or plastic bottles for weaving in and out of, wooden planks, popup tunnels and even the kids’ slide for a fun agility course guaranteed to get them – and you – panting. Go for a run Running is not only good for us humans but our dogs too. Running – at a steady pace, increases your dog’s stamina and
strengthens their muscles, leaving them fitter in the long term. Pound the pavements of your usual evening walks or let your dog run free on your weekend walks. Just don’t run too fast for dogs with little legs; you don’t want to tire them too quickly or cause them to pull any muscles. Sniff and search Another game that you can easily set up in your garden! Hide treats and your dog’s favourite toys in difficult-to-find places in your garden and encourage
them to sniff them out and bring them to you, quickly. This can be played throughout your home on days when walkies due to the temperamental British weather isn’t an option! Puppy play We all know that dogs love to socialise and it isa natural way for them to keep fit. Next time you plan to meet up with fellow dog walkers, let your dog enjoy running, rolling and playing with other dogs to burn calories and build their social skills!
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Keep Your Cool!
Have you ever wondered what the words cabin fi lter or pollen fi lter mean when you spot them on an invoice after your vehicle has been to a garage and been serviced? By Ben Morley
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he cabin filter or pollen filter has a lot of work to do, and it is there to protect you from the fumes, dust, dirt and general nastiness that is in the air as you travel. If this filter is not regularly changed, it affects the performance of your air-conditioning system and heater. It does not stop there, you can get your air-conditioning system serviced for want of a better word. This usually involves an anti-bacterial cleaner being run through the car’s heater system to kill off any nasties that might cause bad smells when you switch it on.
The reality of this job is that your heater system will be set to re-circulate and an aerosol spray is let off in the car with the doors shut (no one is in the car). This circulates for several minutes and does the job. It makes sense to change the pollen filter at this time as well. On the mechanical side of the air-conditioning, the refrigerant will be recharged to required levels, the oil in the air-conditioning system will be topped up, a thorough check for leaks and any moisture or air that has found its way into the system will also be removed.
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On average an airconditioning system will lose about 10% of its refrigerant every year. So if you use it a lot, it’s something that is worth getting checked regularly. Air-conditioning is helpful to drivers all-year-round, not just in the summer months to keep things inside the car cool. In case you did not know, nothing will clear moisture inside of your windscreen quicker in the morning than switching the airconditioning on.
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GARDENS
Open Your Garden For Charity
Are you green-fingered? Do you enjoy doing your bit for a good cause? If your response is yes to both questions, have you thought about opening your garden for charity? It is simple and can be rewarding. This year marks the 90th birthday of the National Gardens Scheme so what better time to get involved? By Jacob White
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he National Gardens Scheme has a rich and fascinating history, since 1927 it has raised more than £45 million for nursing and caring charities across the UK. Its origins stretch back to 1850s Liverpool and a merchant by the name of William Rathbone who employed a nurse to care for his wife at their home. After his wife’s death, Rathbone kept the nurse on to help the local poor and sick and he would go on to raise funds for the recruitment, training and employment of nurses to go into deprived areas of the city, based on this idea of local nursing district nursing spread across the country as a voluntary organisation. Following the death in 1926 of the organisation’s patron Queen Alexandra a council member came up with the idea of raising money for charity by asking people to open their gardens to visitors and asking for a small entry fee that would be donated – the next year the National Gardens Scheme was founded.
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Garden and Local Produce Fair
The New Horizons Appeal Garden and Local Produce Fair returns to Cuckfield this month. Taking place on Thursday, May 18, the fair has become known as West Sussex’s mini ‘Chelsea’, bringing together established and respected traders, selling specialist plants, gardening products and locally produced food. Last year, the fair attracted more than 800 visitors and raised more than £6,400. Advance tickets for the Garden and Local Produce Fair special bubbly breakfast and stall preview, ahead of general entrance, from 9.00am are £12.50, general entrance is £5.00. The fair is open from 10.30am to 3.30pm with all proceeds going directly to St Catherine’s. Cuckfield Park, Cuckfield, West Sussex RH17 5AB For more information about the event, visit: www.stch.org.uk/ newhorizons or www.facebook.com/NHAppeal
Open Your Garden
If you are wondering whether your garden is worth visiting ask yourself the following few questions – Is it interesting? Is it attractive? Is it well-maintained? Has it got ‘character’? Can you offer refreshments? Do you enjoy talking about your garden? Are you ready for an enjoyable and inspiring day? Many of the gardens part of the scheme are small back gardens that have been made special by hard work, skill and the love of gardening. Visitors like to see interesting planning and design and a range of plants and also enjoy talking to the owners and a cup of tea almost never goes amiss!
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How To Add Kerb Appeal To Your House First impressions count – you might be surprised to learn that it only takes a quick spruce up at the front of your house to add some serious kerb appeal. By Jacob White
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ccording to property experts, it takes on average no more than eight seconds for potential buyers to decide whether or not they like a house. Whether you are selling or not, a tidy entrance, neat drive and rubbish-free front garden all help to make a good and welcoming first impression.
It is estimated that an attractive garden can add thousands to the selling price, while a neglected plot can knock money off. Make sure your front garden entices potential buyers and general visitors through the front door, rather than send them heading in the opposite direction.
Opening Doors A lick of paint can work wonders for your street cred. Strip off blistered and cracked paint and fill any cracks! A strong colour on the front door makes a real statement – current favourites include matt finishes in dark grey and dark aubergine. Let There Be Light! Front doors need light, for safety and for practical reasons – security lights activated as you approach are available in a variety of styles. Other lighting options include lanterns or a single statement light which can be fitted to a porch. Make Sure It Is No Façade A tidy façade is a welcoming one so repaint, re-point and render over ugly brickwork where necessary. Colours should be in keeping with the period of the house and other houses on the street – if you live in a conservation area keep this in mind! Your Window On The World If your windows are dirty that can scream that your property is uncared for, so ensure they are kept clean. Rotten window frames should be replaced in a design that suits the rest of the house – if painted make sure the colour complements the brick or stonework.
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Driveway To Hell? It might appear to be simple advice but remove rubbish, sweep up leaves and tidy trees and border hedges. Touch up paths and the driveways where needed by cementing loose tiles and slabs and remove any weeds between slabs. Your Number Is Up! Again, simple but effective! Always make sure that your house number is clear – whether on the door, on a plaque, on a wall or on the garden gate your house number should be clearly visible for visitors from the roadside. Front Garden Accessories A house is ultimately a home and as a result there will be items constantly outdoors but some simple tricks make a world of different! Hide bins and recycling boxes neatly behind screens and pile fire wood in purpose-built log stores.
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WE ARE A RELIABLE & FRIENDLY FAMILY RUN BUSINESS COVERING ALL ASPECTS OF PLUMBING, HEATING & GAS WORK FULLY QUALIFIED & INSURED • Boiler Installation • Bolier Servicing / Breakdowns • Full Central Heating Systems • Landlord Certificates / Safety Checks • Full Bathroom Installations • ALL General Plumbing / Repairs Call us now for a FREE no obligation quote. Competitive prices and no call out charge.
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Every month, we talk to over one hundred thousand South of England households – Do you want to talk to them too? These days, the options for marketing your business are almost limitless. A few years ago, all most people did was chuck a listing in the Yellow Pages, join a local networking group and rely on word of mouth. In the 21st century, the landscape’s changed, a lot. New media’s come in, in a big way; and every few months there’s a new ‘shiny object’ that’s described as ‘the one thing that businesses must do’. At Mantra Magazines, we’ve got an alternative. Because, whilst Facebook and Google are important, every single month we can testify to the fact that print advertising is not dead. In fact, it’s thriving.
Over the last 10 years I’ve really built up a good rapport with RH Uncovered and I really trust what they do for me, so on that basis I really wouldn’t feel that I would go anywhere else Tim Burberry, Tim Burberry Plumbing and Heating
They are very easy to talk to, nothing is ever too much trouble and they get things right, first time. There is no stress involved in dealing with them. They know what I want and return something that is pretty much perfect Greg Fergusson Fergussons Auto Services,
Every single year since we started out, our business has grown; and there’s a simple reason for that: businesses want to reach out to their prospects in a way that’s genuine, trustworthy and builds relationships. The fact of the matter is that it’s a lot more difficult to do that online, when your prospect doesn’t get to retain your message, dwell on it and decide whether it’s for them or not. For strong, long-lasting and profitable relationships with your target market, print advertising is still where it’s at, and given that advertising with our magazines can give you access to over 100,000 homes, that’s no surprise. Call us today on 01342 718348 for more details on how we can help you.
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Kennels, Vonwolf Kennels , 28
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Building Services, R S Leighton, 44
Lawncare and Garden Services, Lawn Tiger, 36
Building Suppliers, Mitchells Building Centre, 38
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Carpentry Services, JSM Carpentry , 42
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Roofing, G & S Roofing, 41
Garage Services, Fergussons Auto Services, 31
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Garage Services, Knox Motors, 33
Skip Hire, R B Mini Skips, 44
Garage Services, VDS Performance, 30
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Garden Design , New Dawn Garden Design, 38
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