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Hello everyone! It seems like ages since I last wrote this, but here we are with the nights drawing in and the evenings getting darker. I don’t know about you, but with dark, wet evenings like this, I like to spend a little more time at home. Especially after gallivanting about all over the place, spending many a great day at some of the fantastic events which were held in Kingston over the summer. I certainly need a rest!

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Some of my personal favourites were the International Youth Arts Festival (IYAF). So many amazing acts, spread over just over two weeks. Then there was the cycling through Kingston (you might have seen our logos on a couple of the riders!), and who can forget the Kingston Food Festival, The Regatta, Thumbs Up Thursday and the river festival in Teddington? (I know, not strictly Kingston, but my mate runs it!) It’s only a shame that we didn’t get to round everything off with the much loved and sorely missed annual Kingston Carnival.

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IT’S BACK......!!! ....I am pleased to tell you all that The Kingston Comedy Festival is returning for a second year!! We have already organised most of the administration for the Kingston Comedy Festival and we are pleased to announce that our festival returns on the 23rd October, and our 26th issue is being given up to Laugh Kingston as a festival gig guide, so keep your eyes peeled for all the amazing acts we have in store for you! I am really excited! we learnt a lot of lessons last year, and now have a solid base to build on. Please take a look at our website – www. kingstoncomedyfestival.com for further updates and news. I really hope you can join us, because all the profit we make after event costs is going to Love Kingston. Last year we raised over £1,000 and this year we want to raise £5,000. We do however, really need some volunteers, so if you are free any time during the festival, please call me. ...And lets not forget to congratulate the tremendous efforts of Tudor Morris in his channel swim! He has now raised more than £15,000 for Momentum after months of training and an incredible at-sea experience, which you can read all about in the special feature on page 8 - Make sure you check it out!

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Lorna Baillie Lorna Baillie is the Director of Everyone’s Theatre Company; formerly Opera di Nepotist. In 2010, after two years of preparation, the company mounted three separate performances of Sweeney Todd in three different and extraordinary venues: Gough Square/Dr.Johnson’s House, just off of Fleet Street; the Rose Theatre, Kingston upon Thames; Normansfield Theatre, Teddington. All three were hugely challenging and amazing experiences, and that should have been that. However this company, open to anyone who would like to take part, whether or not they have any previous experience or ability to read music, will be appearing at the Duke of York Theatre, St. Martin’s Lane, WC2 on Sunday 14th December, in support of The Railway Children Charity. Of course, the show has to be E. Nesbit’s The Railway Children (musical version), and we are very grateful to Julian Woolford (lyrics) and Richard John (music) for granting us special permission to perform this in the West End. With a view to donating as much as possible, raised from ticket sales to The Railway Children Charity, the company is running a crowdfunding campaign to cover the cost of this production. It is also putting on a pre-West End open rehearsal on performance on Saturday 27th September, ttba at St. Andrew’s Church. As well as Sweeney Todd, previous productions have included Into the Woods at the Edinburgh Festival, The Bride of Seville at St. Luke’s Church, A Victorian Christmas on The Battersea Barge, and the company did a pantomime flashmob of The Nursemaid’s Tale in The Bentalls Centre last December. One of the biggest joys is seeing the thrill of the cast experience, and the huge sense of achievement at having pushed themselves well beyond their comfort zone. The audiences have always seemed to enjoy the experience, too! 5

COMMUNITY SECTION This month’s Community Person: Lorna Baillie Supplied by: Everyone’s Theatre Company

Everyone’s Theatre Company welcomes new members. If you would like to take part in any capacity, we would love to see you at any future performances. THE RAILWAY CHILDREN (musical) Charity Gala Sunday 14th December at 6.30 pm The Duke of York’s Theatre, St. Martin’s Lane, London WC2N 4BG (Tickets available from the ATG website) www.everyonestheatrecompany.com everyonestheatrecompany@gmail.com www.facebook.com/ everyonestheatrecompany @EveryonesTheatr

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POLICE ADVICE Keep Your Possessions Safe With the days growing shorter as we near the Autumn season, be sure to keep yourself safe on those late walks home. Below are some facts to help you do so. Thieves frequently operate: • At tube stations.

• Don’t walk and text at the same time, you will be less aware of what is happening around you. • Keep calls in public places as brief as possible, the longer you talk, the more likely you are to be spotted by a potential thief. Be aware of chain-snatch thieves and keep your jewellery out of sight. Snatch robberies can involve violence or theft. The chance that this will ever happen to you is quite small, but you should be aware of what you can do to keep yourself and your property safe:

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SurreySave Credit Union: Aiding the Kingston Savers movement, one of Love Kingston’s “Pathways out of Poverty” SurreySave launched over two years ago and was then given permission by the Financial Services Authority (FSA) to extend its remit into the Borough. Prior to this, Kingston Savers had been set up by Kingston Voluntary Action in order to provide a better solution to money worries and to help put loan sharks into decline. As a credit union, SurreySave is regulated by the Prudential Regulation Authority and the Financial Conduct Authority and all deposits are covered under the Financial Services Compensation scheme.

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SurreySave credit union hits £1m in savings in two years SurreySave has reached a major milestone just two years after opening. The credit union – which serves anyone who lives, works or studies in Surrey – launched in early 2012, and members had deposited their first £1 million of savings by June 2014. Chief Executive of SurreySave CU Valerie Walwyn said, “This milestone reflects the very strong support that SurreySave has always received from members interested in saving ethically.” SurreySave has so far provided loans totalling over £800,000 to its local members and received many messages of thanks from those whose lives have been transformed by being able to access affordable credit. Over the last two months, the credit union has broken all its previous monthly loan records and issued £71,000 in loans during the month of July 2014. Plans for the future include a new apprenticeship scheme, improving the product portfolio and obtaining feedback on the services we offer. About SurreySave: SurreySave credit union is a community bank - a not-for-profit financial co-operative. It is owned and run by its members, providing an affordable and flexible alternative to high cost financial services. It also strives to help those who may be excluded from the financial market due to requiring a small loan, being on a low income or because they do not have a perfect credit record. 7

SurreySave offers: • Online applications - so there’s no need to travel to the branch – or by post. • A friendly service with quick decisions • No hidden charges • No early repayment penalties • *Free life protection for loans (*conditions apply) • Cheaper loan rates than traditional highcost lenders. To start saving, receiving information on taking out a loan or becoming a volunteer, visit www.surreysave.co.uk, call 01932 339290 or info@surreysave.co.uk SurreySave Credit Union, 49 Dartmouth Avenue, Sheerwater, Woking GU21 5PE. SurreySave now operates an Outreach in the Kingston area, held weekly at The Community Hub at Madingley Green, Norbiton; 10am – 12noon (run by One Norbiton) and on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays of the month at St John the Divine, New Malden (Nr Homebase), 10.30am – 12.30pm.

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On July 27th I managed to become one of the few people to successfully complete a solo crossing from England to France. It took 15hrs, 53mins and more mental grit and determination than I have ever had to give in one day. We got up at 5am; I devoured a bowl of porridge, bananas and honey and left the house at 6am, set for Dover. On the boat was my father John, my girlfriend Charlotte, my coach Fiona Southwell, our pilot Andy King, his co-pilot son James and the official Channel Swimming Association verifier, Mick. We all boarded the Louise Jane and set out from Dover harbour. I was layered up with SPF 50+ sunscreen, lanolin and Vaseline in all the places that might chafe (yum). A stuffed Shrek toy was attached to the mast and watched over me. I swam about 100m from the boat to the shore and raised my arms as the support boats horn blew at 9:20am to signify the start of the swim. The first 4/5 hours were pretty choppy, and we had postponed the swim start from 1am to 10am for this reason – I didn’t want to struggle through choppy waters at the end of the swim. Before now I’d never been stung by a jellyfish, despite countless hours of training in open water, and many encounters. That didn’t last very long in the channel – I was stung first of all on the back of my ear, neck and shoulder (when I swam straight through one) and again later on my ankle.

The channel is a mind bogglingly long distance to think about swimming, that you have to take it in small chunks. Every 30mins I would stop to tread water and eat soft, easy to swallow things like Jaffa cakes and bananas, as well as taking on board a warm carbohydrate-infused drink. People often ask me what I think about when 8

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I’m swimming. Eventually my swim technique depends on muscle memory and I run on ‘autopilot’. During which, I will think about anything from being in front of a warm fire, to doing mental arithmetic in my head, and of course thinking about drawing because I’m so very arty. At 10hrs in Fiona got in the water and swam beside me to keep my pace up as I’d slipped into a bit of a relaxing ‘plod’ – she had to make sure that I got enough speed up and covered enough ground to make the tide before it turned, otherwise I would have been stuck in the middle of the channel. 13hrs in, the night settled in. I could see the lights of France on the horizon – unbeknownst to me I had missed the last tide and my pilot was expecting me to be blown right off course and completely out to sea. I swam my heart out for those last three hours. I was pushed across from the lighthouse at Cap Griz Nez in towards Sangatte. The familiar beacon of the lighthouse that had been beckoning me was now out of view. The only thing I could see was an expanse of darkness ahead and below me, but I couldn’t let that get me down. By this point I was swimming so hard that I couldn’t get enough oxygen. Everyone on board was shouting that I had nearly made it, that I was so close. I powered on through some pretty nasty pain in my shoulder. For those last

3hrs, I had to picture my mother swimming next to me and keeping me going. I kept thinking in my head that there was no way I would be able to keep up this pace for much longer. My lungs were on fire, I was wheezing, breathing as deeply as I could, trying to get the oxygen in. There was such a huge build-up of lactic acid in my muscles that I was cramping with every movement, but I couldn’t stop and stretch because the tide would just knock me back. I saw the light on the cliff, and was just so tired that I kept looking up and making sure I was still getting closer. The dingy was near to escort me to the French shore, with the co-pilot and my coach Fiona shouting words of encouragement at me. I realised I was there, I had made it... I shuffled onto the shore, where I could barely stand and raised my arm up to wave to the boat. I had made it to France! I collapsed on my hands and knees and slid back into the water and paddled out to the dingy. I was too exhausted to climb back into the boat so I had to hang off the side. I was so relieved that it was over. It took the combined efforts of Dad, Charlotte and Fiona to get me dried and dressed into multiple layers of hoodies/hats/gloves/ski socks, and I just fell asleep on the deck of the boat whilst we motored back to Dover.

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Preparing Your Garden for the Winter Following the warm summer months, your garden goes through a lot of changes, so you should do your best to help it prepare. The temperatures start dropping, meaning plants are incapable of getting what they need, and some have to prepare for dormancy. As long as you make a point to clean up and remove any dead plants, foliage of annual flowers or darkened stems, you will avoid keeping around any disease pathogens or insect eggs throughout the winter months. Now the weather is cooling down, its the perfect time to dig and box in some raised beds, or to tend to anything that needs repairing. Earthworms and microbes nestled in soil still draw organic substances from any leftover materials, such as decomposed mulch. Now is the perfect time to spread newer mulch in a thick layer to help protect your plants during the cold season. As there is still plenty going on beneath the soil and the roots of your plants depend on moisture and protection, it is essential that you provide full coverage. The mulch helps to create an even temperature for the soil. Snow can be a good source of protection, with its ability to insulate the soil, but it can also be overbearing in weight for plants and tree branches (if we end up having any snowfall this year!). There are a lot of ways to care for different flower breeds, so you need to do your research on the best ways to maintain whatever plants you have. For example, roses need a lot of attention during growing seasons and need to be prepared for winter. There is a lot less work to do of course, if you live in an area with milder winters. You should refrain from fertilising your 15

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The Cooking Corner Haddock in the Oven Serves 4 Ingredients: • 400g haddock fillets • 300g leek, washed and thinly sliced • 1 onion, finely chopped • 60g grated low fat cheese • 100ml soya milk (unsweetened) • 1 tbsp curry or turmeric powder • 2 tbsp olive oil • Himalayan pink salt and ground black pepper to taste For EatWright creme fraiche: • Place the fish on the leek and divide the onion mixture over it. • Mix 100g cottage cheese with 2 tbsp of water (using a blender). • Mix the grated cheese with the soya milk. • Pour the cottage cheese and soya milk mixture over the fish. • Bake in the oven for 25-30 minutes, until the fish is cooked and the top is golden and bubbling..

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We at Omni Local hope you’ll all do your best to support your local businesses whenever possible. We make sure to back smaller businesses in any ways we can, just as they do for us. Local businesses are crucial in making a more wellrounded, diverse and enriched community; providing excellent service to all Kingston residents. Smaller companies definitely add a more personal feel to the area. All of the great advertisers in this issue are proof themselves that there are so many great businesses in Surrey to contribute to all your needs, providing great service with a friendly manner to everyone in the area. All we want is to help you find them! There may still be a long list of businesses out there who aren’t mentioned in local publications as often. Hopefully we can change that, and help them to show our readers what excellent services are available near them!

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If you know of any LOCAL trades businesses that have yet to feature in Omni Local, and you feel they deserve a mention in our magazine, please do not hesitate to send us their company details. Maybe you’ve used a local service recently and you feel that they should get a mention? If so, please let us know about it and we will do our best to provide support and assist them in promoting their business. Contact John on 07898 870 sales.omnilocal@gmail.com

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Car Care for the Coming Winter There are a number of things to watch out for in the colder months, with less daylight, storms, blizzards and frosted windows. From difficult start ups in the morning to general maintenance, regular routine checks can not only reduce problems later, but can also result in less pollution, and improved mileage. Here are some tips to get you started:

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Have a performance check up. Does the car stall sometimes? Are there rough starts or diminishes in power? Head to your nearest car repair and let the professionals take a look, as cold weather will only make things worse. Add some de-icer. Whilst temperature starts to become an issue, de-icer will help to keep any moisture in the fuel line from freezing and causing blockage. Keeping a full gas tank will also help to prevent additional moisture. Check the heater and defroster. These should be in good condition at all times in order to provide comfort for passengers and allow the driver to see better.

Exhaust Checks. Get the system examined for problems or leaks, as the fumes can be lethal inside your vehicle.

Take care of the windshield. Stock up on windshield washer, as you’ll need it a lot when it gets frosty. Also remember to keep an ice scraper with you, and replace old wiper blades (preferably with rubber-clad winter blades) to keep ice at bay.

Brake checks. The safety reasons speak for themselves! Winter tyres. Of course when mother nature starts getting angry, you may need a little help getting some grip. You wouldn’t want to hydroplane or to have issues getting the car moving, so get in early and winterize your wheels. Make sure they are never underinflated either, as they can cause your engine to work a lot harder than it needs to, eating up more gasoline in the long run.

Coolant. Anti-freeze levels should be wellmonitored. Make sure you wait for the engine to cool down completely before removing the radiator cap. Oil checks. Oil and filter checking is a necessity that tends to get overlooked, so be sure to keep an eye on things. Don’t forget to check transmission fluid either.

Overall, just remember its better to be safe than sorry. Perhaps you could pack an emergency kit: flares, cat litter, gloves, boots, a torch, batteries, blankets, containers for gas trips, etc, particularly when going on long journeys or travelling at night. Stay safe on those roads!

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RELEASE THE WRITER IN YOU! Want to write a book, short stories, maybe a play or a film? Want to tell the story of your life, the story of your holiday, or just a good old fashioned yarn to keep the children entertained? Whatever you want to write, and whoever you want to write it for, I can help. I’m a playwright, author and graduate of the University of East Anglia’s acclaimed school of Creative Writing. I offer personal and online tuition that will teach you the building blocks at the heart of all good writing; finding ideas and turning them into stories, creating characters, writing dialogue, bringing settings to life, and capturing the action and adventure that lead to stories you just have to keep reading. With practical exercises, homework assignments, and written feedback, you’ll put into practice what you’re learning, and see your stories come to life. For further details contact me on 07917 226673 or email andy.moseley@virgin.net

Feedback on courses; ‘Andy’s input has been invaluable. He helped with the first draft of a play, which improved dialogue and structure. The play has now been selected for the 2014 Southend Playwriting Festival.’ ‘I found the course highly instructive. I now read, listen to and watch stories with more appreciation of the authors’ craft.’ ………………… Andy Moseley’s plays include A Bridge Game Too Far, winner of Arts Richmond’s 2011 new writing award, and Casual Encounters, which will be performed at London Theatre Workshop, 65 New Kings Road, Fulham on July 24 ahead of a two week run at Edinburgh Festival Fringe.

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Finished School... Not Sure What to do Next? For many of us, its hard to decide where to go in order to move forward in our careers. You want to work towards fulfilling your passions, whilst providing yourself with plenty of support at the same time. Thinking about the future and setting yourself up early can be difficult, especially if you’re multi-talented or have a lot of different interests. Hopefully following this article, you’ll have more of an idea what to think about and how to figure out the best steps to take, either for you or to advise someone you know.

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they want for the future, but more often than not, the ones who are forced to think about it are the ones who surprise themselves with their tremendous successes later in life.

Where do you see yourself in five years? No matter how many times you hear this question, just remember, it doesn’t matter whether you really get there in five years. What would you want right now? Its all about giving yourself a glance into the future and realising what would make you happy. Even if the answer is different every time, thinking about it will give you an insight into a long-term plan. Its like asking someone to choose a movie. You could have all these ideas circling with no way of settling, but as soon as they pick one, you usually tend to feel a slight sense of relief or disappointment, meaning you had your answer all along. This question can frustrate and confuse those who have no idea what 26

What are your preferred job characteristics? Think about the details in order to narrow things down. First write out a list of every area of industry that interests you. Next, you should consider how far are you willing to commute, especially if you are likely to struggle with transport fares. Decide what hours you’re looking to do, in case you need to fit it around work or home life, and do plenty of research on what qualifications would be needed in order to pursue things further. If you need the experience but are reasonably stable in terms of finance, you could look into unpaid/paid internships to practice your skills and learn new things. Sometimes just going and giving things a try can help a lot more than reading up on it, so see if there is any work experience going in your area, if possible. A person who has excelled in a job or volunteered for the experience alone, without pay is a lot more appealing to a potential employer because it shows both dedication and motivation.

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Find a tuition near you. Places like Kingston University have a ton of courses beginning early next year. Just because its the “Back to School” month, it doesn’t mean you have to wait another year to get the ball rolling. You want to find something that leads to the qualifications you’ll need later, but make sure its something you’re willing to commit to, and that you’ll enjoy, especially if you’re shortening your working hours to do so. If you’ve found a course leading to something you’ve always dreamed of doing, try not to let money worries

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stand in the way of working hard at it, otherwise you may regret it later. Going back and finding your perfect course later in life can be more difficult, as your responsibilities increase, the costs can become more expensive and you’ll wish you took advantage of the opportunities whilst you were younger and a lot more freed up. The important thing to remember however, is that its never too late! Many of us change career paths time and time again during our lives, which is a good thing, because life is far too short to end up doing something you don’t love. Consider all options. In the long run, finding the next step is all about drive, commitment and time-keeping. You could look into starting an apprenticeship, as they are a great way to earn while you learn. With a keen interest in learning new things, flexibility and skills in your chosen field, it could really lead to great things later on. If a part-time course is what you need, there are a lot of options to apply whilst working part-time or starting projects at home. Getting a commission-based job will give you the maximum flexibility to unlock your potential and earning. For example, taking a one day Solar PV Sales Training Course to become a solar products salesperson. This means supporting the initiative of the GoSolar Foundation, a good cause to promote solar energy - one of the major green energy alternatives - which will also contribute to protecting the planet and healing the world for our children and future generations. It will also give you a chance to meet the demand of the upcoming business and ensure your long-term future.

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Ladies Night continues to run on a Wednesday and has proven to be a great success. Tables of ladies receive a 3 course meal, a FREE wine all night for only £25.00 and will enjoy a chance to catch up with friends. It has been a popular addition and bookings need to be made well in advance, as these nights fill up very quickly. Discerning diners of Surbiton & Kingston once again have a brasserie style restaurant & wine bar at the heart of their community, serving freshly prepared food in a relaxed, yet sophisticated atmosphere, and with a menu that will entice and cater for all palettes. The entire building has been renovated. Original features have been sympathetically restored and contemporary elements introduced, moulding together to deliver a charming and relaxed ambience. Situated on Ewell Road, Surbiton, Langleys was formerly one of the original Waitrose Stores from the turn of the last century and still boasts many original features.

The seasonal menu changes every three months and there is a weekly Specials Menu with a 2 course (£11.95) or 3 course (£14.95) lunch menu and 2 course (£14.95) and 3 course (£19.50) dinner menu. Each menu change is influenced by the produce from Langleys’ allotment and the chef looks forward to using the fresh pickings throughout the winter months. As Langleys menu changes, they always endeavour to keep their customers’ most favoured dishes, whilst adding enticing and adventurous alternatives. 29

A new addition to Langleys is the exciting cocktail list, created by their specialist cocktail barman. These have been thoroughly enjoyed by diners and those who have popped out for a drink. This cocktail menu will be tailored for the winter months and festive period, with the staff warmly welcoming people at the bar.

The Christmas Party Menu incorporates our customer’s most favoured dishes, along with the choice of wonderful traditional Christmas offerings. On many nights, live music will be enjoyed throughout the festive season and through to New Years Eve. Langleys will be open on Christmas day this year for the first time and we look forward to offering a special day for families and friends. All menus will be available on their website. With continued local support, Langleys has gone from strength to strength over the last year. Please do not hesitate to contact with any requests, suggestions or to discuss potential bookings. Langleys, Ewell Road, Surbiton Tel: 020 8390 7564 www.langleysrestaurant.co.uk

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Mon 1 Sep – Sat 25 Oct GALSWORTHY AND WWI: HUMAN BATTLES ON THE HOME FRONT Rose Theatre Kingston will this autumn mark the centenary of the war with the theatre’s first audio-visual exhibition. The exhibition explores and celebrates Kingston’s Nobel Prize-winning novelist John Galsworthy and combines poignant family memories and treasures from the Home Front shared by our local community. Visitors to the exhibition will be encouraged to listen to the official audio guide, which is an integral part of the exhibition, bringing the objects displayed to life with illuminating and moving recordings. FREE EXHIBITION 12pm-4pm, Mon – Sat The exhibition will be open to visitors throughout the Rose’s opening hours, but will be self-guided outside the hours of 12pm - 4pm Tue 16 – Sat 20 Sep Northern Broadsides presents SHE STOOPS TO CONQUER It’s the 18th century. Kate Hardcastle is a young lady fixed up to meet the eligible Marlow with a view to marriage. Marlow is a young gent who is tongue-tied with the upper classes and downright lecherous with commoners. So when Marlow is tricked into believing Kate’s 30

ancestral home is a country inn, and mistakes Kate for a lowly barmaid what could possibly go wrong? Plenty. Tickets from £17 Pit cushions £5 Thu 25 Sep – Sat 11 Oct Alan Bennett’s SINGLE SPIES The award-winning double bill - An Englishman Abroad and A Question of Attribution. An Englishman Abroad is the touching story of actress Coral Browne’s chance encounter with disgraced spy Guy Burgess in a Moscow theatre. Invited to dine at his flat, she receives just one simple instruction - ‘bring a tape measure’. A Question of Attribution follows Anthony Blunt, esteemed art historian and Surveyor of the Queen’s Pictures. As he tries to solve the riddle of an enigmatic painting, Blunt finds himself the subject of a more official investigation by MI5. Will he be exposed for what would later be revealed to the world - that the man who worked in the heart of the Royal household was also a Soviet spy? Tickets from £20 Pit cushions £5 Sun 28 Sep & Sun 26 Oct 7.30pm THE COMEDY STORE Every famous comic has graced The Comedy Store’s stage at some point in the last thirty years and their critically acclaimed shows remain the place to see the stars of tomorrow, today. Tickets from £12

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Make sure you head to Kingston for everything you could possibly need in one place. From food, to shopping to entertainment or just relaxing in your favourite beer garden. Not only are there a ton of great ways to entertain you and your loved ones throughout the high street, but next month will also see the return of the Laugh Kingston comedy festival! If you didn’t attend any of the great comedy shows last year, make sure you don’t miss this one! Last year raised more than a £1000 for the Love Kingston campaign, and we hope to raise even more a second time around. Low cost tickets mean you can see some hilarious and popular acts at all your favourite venues. To keep up to date with what’s on this year, follow the comedy festival on Twitter/Facebook at Facebook.com/ kingstoncomedyfestival and @LaughKingston. If you’re more of a theatre-goer, make sure you check out what’s on at the Rose Theatre in our listings. There are countless ways to enjoy yourself on the weekends, just check in with Omni Local if you need inspiration!

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Queens Gastro Bar & Dining 144 Richmond Road | Kingston Upon Thames | KT2 5HA Tel: 0208 546 9162 www.queensgastrobarkingston.co.uk

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The Queens Gastro Bar & Grill Formerly known as the Queens Head in Kingston, the Queens Gastro Bar is now in the capable hands of Ian & Elle Betchley. The Queens Head has always been a stunning, well-known and historical pub, so the reestablishment of the building is no surprise...

Ian and Elle have a solid background, operating two other pubs in Buckinghamshire and West Sussex, and are brimming with amazing ideas for the future of the Queens Gastro Bar. They have an extensive knowledge in the industry, which they have been in for over 25 years. Whilst running the George & Dragon in Princes Risborough they appeared on the Channel 4 programme “Four in a Bed” which was aired earlier this year. They have a great reputation as a top-quality Gastro Bar there and have continued their success at The Queens Gastro Bar, where they have been receiving great reviews and are now voted in the top 10 on TripAdvisor.

From an exquisite new menu to an increasingly beautiful and welcoming atmosphere, the Queens Gastro is ideally suited to both families and groups alike. Complete with a gorgeous patio garden and plenty of space, their aim is to bring something a little different and more unique to the Kingston community. Bringing fabulous British cuisine with a twist to their menu using locally-sourced, homemade delicacies there is plenty of variety for all.

The menu items include delicious pork medallions, minted lamb chops and the “Pie of the Week”. There is also a hot Lunch Menu costing just £7.95; the Saturday Steak Night where you can indulge in a sumptuous sirloin or rump steak and a bottle of house wine for £35 for two, and not forgetting everyone’s favourite - the Sunday Roast Menu, which is available every Sunday between 12:30pm and 6pm (tables must be booked before 5:30pm). If you’re looking for the perfect spot to catch up with friends, relax with a drink or to indulge in a delicious dinner with the family, then look no further. The Queens Gastro are committed to their guests, passionate about food and drink and 100% quality. 144 Richmond Rd, Kingston upon Thames, Surrey KT2 5HA - 020 8546 9162 info@queensgastrobarkingston.co.uk

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Guns, explosions and a lot of fast-paced chases! Perfect for all you thrill-seekers, but probably not for the little ones! Based on Bill Granger’s novel, “There are No Spies” from the bestselling “November Man”

After being called out of retirement to take on a personal mission, Devereaux is appointed to protect witness Alice Fournier (Olga Kurylenko), who knows the truth behind a long ongoing conspiracy and could potentially expose its secrets. Upon taking this assignment, he soon realises that he is now the target of his former CIA student David Mason (Luke Bracey) in a deadly game, with some high level CIA agents. There is talk of a mole in the agency too, which leads to even more danger and an inability for Devereaux to trust anyone. Its a full on, no rules, cat and mouse situation, but can he complete his mission?

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Bad Neighbours This movie was hilariously entertaining. Seth Rogen and Rose Byrne star as a couple of new parents living in a nice neighbourhood. They’re a little afraid to grow up and settle down, as they still have a spontaneous, youthful spirit inside them itching to go out and head to parties. Their world gets turned around when a wild fraternity (consisting of actors like Zac Efron and Dave Franco) moves in next door and wreaks havoc. Polite and welcoming as the boys are - they do NOT like to be asked to turn things down… Following some engagement in their antics, the couple realises they have a baby to take care of and that the party never seems to end. This forces them to take a stand, leading to all out war between houses, and some insane offence from both sides; meaning plenty of shock and laughter for us viewers. Its not an ideal film for watching with the kids, but for teens and adults its got plenty of laughs.

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Feeling Less Mobile? Stiff Joints or Tight Muscles? As we get older (and by older, I am talking about the over 30’s) many of us seem to accept that with age, we will stiffen up and become less mobile. For many of you reading, you may be feeling the effects already. Do you struggle to put your socks on? Or to reach behind you to do up those bra straps? Don’t allow your body to slow down, do something about it!

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Now, in my job as a Remedial and Sports Massage therapist, I see people of all ages. Some at just 40 years old are very stiff and suffer with various aches and pains all the time. While others at around 65 plus still have good flexibility, regularly taking part in various sports and other activities. So it’s not just about age! Referring back to the title, this is where it all starts. Its really all a bit chicken and egg. Joint stiffness will result in you restricting your movement, and this leads to the surrounding muscles tightening through lack of use. Tight Muscles will also restrict movement and cause the joints to stiffen up. This can create a downward spiral and it often starts much younger than you’d think. This process usually starts with the shortening of our muscles through our general inactivity. As kids, we climbed, carried, ran, jumped, reached and generally stretched all of our muscles (although I’m not sure that today’s kids are quite as active). As we get older we are much less active, therefore our muscles aren’t used and stretched as much, so they end up shortening. Of course prevention is a great help, and activities such as yoga are an excellent way of keeping our muscles in good shape. Most of us who are still working will already have shortened muscles, as well as protracted 39

shoulders from sitting at a PC all day, and tight muscles in our legs from sitting all day. A good therapist can identify muscular and joint dysfunction through postural assessment and range of motion tests. Using various soft tissue therapies such as massage, soft tissue release, muscle energy technique and passive joint mobilisation, they will be able to help you regain correct muscular and joint function. If you then follow the advice they will give you in regards to regular exercises and stretching, there’s no reason to ever say, “I feel old” again! For help and advice with your mobility and well-being, contact Jason Gibson on 07958 459725. Address: JGSM Remedial & Sports Massage, Surrey House, Eden Street, Kingston upon Thames KT1 2LB

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Living in and Around Kingston The Kingston rental market and surrounding areas - including Surbiton, Berrylands, Thames Ditton, Ham, Norbiton, Coombe and New Malden - continues to go from strength to strength. This is due to the abundance of good quality tenants both private and corporate, looking to move into the area. In a nutshell, what most of these tenants like about this wonderful location is the benefits of living close to the capital, but without the hum drum hassle of actually living there… Other benefits include Kingston’s fantastic shopping area, with riverside restaurants and bars, and beautiful outdoor space along the river - including the amazing Canbury Gardens in North Kingston and of course, Richmond Park. These locations have fantastic transport links, with fast trains into central London and great bus/road links. An ever-increasing factor as families expand is the access to good quality schools. A simple search of the school league tables and Ofsted reports will show the benefits of living within the catchment areas of these generally Outstanding schools. Demand remains very high for properties in the area right now, with families predominantly being the driving factor as the new school year approaches. Good quality 1-2 bedroom flats are also in high demand for people moving up the property ladder. Kingston University students are also now actively looking for good-quality properties and they are prepared to pool resources to get the right ones, ideally close to the various campuses, ready for a term start date in September. The lettings market will continue to be buoyant throughout Autumn, and although it is likely to slow down a little between November and February, there is no real dead time in these

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locations, just a gentle easing-off period throughout the winter. If you are an investor, a landlord or perhaps a homeowner who wants to keep their current property as an investment whilst you purchase another, now is an excellent time to enter the market and take advantage of the high rental yields that can still be found. At Alex Clark Sales and Lettings, we offer you the benefit of over 25 years of experience in the property sector. All of our staff are local residents and have a real passion for what we do. As an experienced landlord myself with a modest property portfolio, I know only too well the need for providing a professional and efficient high standard of service, with integrity, to both landlords and tenants at a very competitive price. Please check our customer reviews on Google and call now, for a free valuation of your property for either Sales or Lettings. ‘The difference between ordinary and extraordinary really is that little extra’...

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Kids Square Deal Write the names of the pictures into the rows of the grid, and the highlighted squares will spell out an item of stationery. 1

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23rd - 26 October 2014 Last year we managed to raise over ÂŁ1,000.00 for Love Kingston. We produced over 20 show, in 10 venues over 4 days! There was something everyone, with children's shows, musical comedy, late night stand up and more - but last year was the just the start! Laugh Kingston 2014 is shaping up to be even better. We look forward to seeing you at the festival!

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