Letter from the Editor

Spring is on its way. Some might say January and February are the hardest months of the year but now they are behind us, we are seeing a few tantalising glimpses that spring is on its way. The afternoons seem a little longer and there are stirrings in the garden as new shoots of plant life emerge. Spring, in all its colourful glory, is often seen as a time of rejuvenation and in Ewell the change in seasons will once again be marked at the Herald of Spring festival. There’s a touch of magic about this year’s celebration which takes place on March 7. If you’re a keen gardener we also have some essential tips from Doug, the Outdoor Plants Manager at Chessington Garden Centre to help you prepare your garden for spring and summer. P15. If you want to treat your mother, or someone special in your life this Mothering Sunday, we have a wonderful selection of ideas to say thank you to her for being so great. P10. Following a successful petition to Sutton Council, Carshalton Netball Club have been given the go ahead to help repurpose two of five Tennis Courts in Carshalton Park. P26. Health and wellness is an important part of our everyday lives. Read more about the benefits of Pilates for strength, flexibility and coordination. P27. Here’s to a beautiful Springtime Amanda info@outaboutmagazine.co.uk Welcome EDITOR'S LETTER

GATTON PARK 12th-13th April Visit Gatton Park for a springtime stroll and join the hunt over the Easter weekend. Easter trails, craft, face painting and games can be enjoyed by all. Refreshments are available to purchase on the day. Adult £5, child £3, 13:00 - 17:00 www.gattonpark.co.uk LEITH HILL PLACE 10th-13th April Have fun with science and nature on an interactive trail and earn a chocolate prize. See Leith Hill Place awakening in the spring. An exhibition in the house will be themed around science, and the spring bulbs will be blooming. Adult £5, child £3 www.nationaltrust.org.uk/leith-hill-place EASTER EGG HUNTS IN SURREY EDITOR’S TIPS

POLESDEN LACEY 4th-19th April Discover some natural history with this year’s Cadbury Easter Egg Hunt! Become a Polesden time traveller this Easter and discover which animals lived in the woodland at Polesden Lacey 100, 500 or even 1,000 years ago! Solve the clues to win a prize. £3.50pp plus normal admission. Free to Members. 10:00 - 15:00 www.nationaltrust.org.uk/polesden-lacey THE CHILDREN’S TRUST, TADWORTH 11th April Have an eggcellent time at their Easter Fair whilst supporting The Children’s Trust, the UK’s leading charity for children with brain injury. 11:00 - 15:00 www.thechildrenstrust.org.uk/events

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Artists’ work on display A collection of original paintings and works will go on display at Bourne Hall this October. Featuring contemporary and classical works, painted in oils, watercolours and acrylics, the exhibition will showcase the creative talents of members of Epsom and Ewell Art Group. The autumn exhibition is one of the highlights of the group’s annual calendar of events and this year will include works by Richard Seymour, Edna Kyriakides and Barbara Stevens. There will also be a chance to see artist Dominika Klimczak’s fantasy and science fiction art works. Dominika was honoured in 2012 by the British National Science Fiction Society for excellence in her fantasy art work Bazuka. The exhibition runs from October 20 to 31 at Bourne Hall, Ewell, between 9.30am and 5pm. Admission is free so pop along and be inspired. Autumn exhibition: Epsom and Ewell Art Group, Bourne Hall, Spring Street, Ewell www.epsomandewellartgroup.co.uk 6 L @outandabout_mag www.outandabout.media Bev Lourenco Vintage Mobile Horse Trailer Bar Available to hire for any event! Weddings Private Parties Corporate Events Birthdays 07803 853 599

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