Letter from the Editor

EDITOR'S LETTER

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For a magazine called ‘Out & About’ it’s been quite tricky working out what’s going on this autumn and what isn’t. Many of the institutions which usually run autumn events, such as Syon House, aren’t doing them this year. I had written a piece about open air markets, but despite the hugely successful launch of the Chiswick Flower Market in September the organisers have decided to cancel it for October. They’re hoping to hold the market in November and December, but with timed slots for entry booked online. Brentford FC has a brilliant new stadium and no one to show it off to. They are not now allowed to welcome supporters this year and have rolled over season ticket for this season to the next one. P8i Watermans announced the return of their Friday night live cabaret nights on 2 October before the Prime Minister’s statement on 22 September. Luckily as a theatre venue they are able to go ahead with their shows, but they will end at 10.00pm. P10-11 Jazz at George IV has actually increased the number of gigs this autumn, with a mix of French chanson, with the songs of the ironic French singer Edith Piaf, urban blues, gypsy jazz and an Ella Fitzgerald night. P20-21 Landmark Arts centre in Teddington is offering face to face courses in a range of skills from basketry to handmade soap making. P16-17

Sara Ward at Hen Corner is still sticking to online courses by Zoom, so you have no excuse not to make the perfect Christmas pudding this year. P26

Arabella Harcourt-Cooze writes about how her local amateur dramatic group has survived this year and even thrived on Zoom. P23

There is always more to be done in the house – a cupboard or junk room to be sorted out. Tim Langley’s house is full of old mechanical protectors. For him it’s a passion and a business. When you find old film of the family in previous decades, don’t chuck it because you don’t have anything to watch it on. Get him to transfer it for you. P9

Other than that, the great outdoors is always an option. We are lucky to have the wide open space and ever changing tableau of life on the river. Len McCallum, a lifelong birdwatcher, has spotted that Little Egrets have returned to Isleworth. P6-7

Andy Eddy, head gardener at Osterley Park, writes about his favourite autumn plant. P18

Best wishes, Bridget

Editor: Bridget Osborne

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