Out & About Magazine, North Surrey, November 2020 - December 2021

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Christmas BAKING

With PandiBakes

CHRISTMAS TOY

Appeal

Putting a smile on children’s faces this Christmas

NOVEMBER - DECEMBER 2020

Forest SCHOOL

Learning through nature

Wreath MAKING

Preparing for Christmas in Ewell

Plus: Landscaping your garden • Sutton Bowling • Whichcraft Wool • Ewell Castle School Go Epsom • Surrey Foodbanks • Successful Sutton • Banstead Prep School Cafe Chai • Christmas Interiors • Denbies • Astro Girls Book • Tadworth Art Group

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Contents INSIDE

Features 6 Sutton Bowling Club

Regulars

4 Letter from the Editor

Bowls is the sport for all

10 Go Epsom

& Editor’s Tips

9 Recipe

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26 Support your local town

11 The Art of Knitting

Make festive cupcake toppers with PandiBakes

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Whichcraft in Cheam

21 Surrey Lawns & Gardens

13 Wreath Making

Updating your garden with decking

14 Surrey Food Banks

GET IN TOUCH

Decorate your front door Supporting your community

15 Christmas Toy Appeal

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Shop local this Christmas

18 Christmas Decorations

EDITOR

With RWW Plumbing

Creative ideas for your home

19 Cafe Chai

Visit Banstead’s local cafe

20 Denbies Vineyard

Discover their Christmas plans

22 Astro Girls

Local author releases her first book

26 Tadworth Art Group

Brings a splash of colour online

28 Schools

Wreath Making Course

At BBL Floral Design, Ewell, Pg 13

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EDITOR'S LETTER

Welcome Welcome to our Christmas edition.

Pia Talbot brings us her ideas for a differently styled Christmas. P18.

Autumn is passing us by, the clocks have gone back and Christmas is fast approaching.

Tadworth Art Group will be showcasing the talents of its members online this year. P26.

Life at the moment is a little different for us all and many of the Christmas events we usually feature are not going ahead this year. We have some great articles for you in this edition about local businesses and ideas to get you in the festive spirit.

Local baker Amy from PandiBakes guides us through making the perfect Christmas cupcake topper while sharing her creative baking skills. P8-9.

Create your own handmade wreath this year with BBL Florists in Ewell. P13.

Epsom and Sutton encourage us to shop local and support our local towns this festive season, whilst ensuring your safety at all times.

We are already planning our features for next year; thank you to our readers who have sent in suggestions for people and places to feature in forthcoming editions.

I wish you all the best for a lovely Christmas and a healthy and happy New Year. I hope you enjoy this festive edition of our magazine, and please do support our advertisers, without whom the magazine would not be possible.

See you again in 2021!

Amanda

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Now, more than ever it’s important to help and support those around us. Provide a lifeline to your community this winter with Surrey Foodbanks. P14.

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SUTTON BOWLING CLUB

SUTTON

Bowling Club Bowls truly is the sport for all

Located on Dorset Road, Belmont, Sutton Bowling Club is the ideal place for learning a new sport, meeting new people, socialising and taking on new challenges.

Bowls can be played by all ages and abilities - making it the perfect sport for all members of your family to enjoy.

Like all sports, the object of bowls is simple, but to be able to play well requires concentration and practice.

At Sutton Bowling Club there is a thriving social committee who arrange many events throughout the year including Tina Turner and Neil Diamond tribute acts, Dinner Dances, Summer BBQs and much, much more.

New members are always welcome, so if you are new to bowls the club will be able to provide coaching and equipment to help you get going.

Bowls improves your general physical health and wellbeing. It definitely is a sport for life - just try it!

The club has six indoor rinks for winter and summer bowls and two outdoor greens for use from April to September, maintained by our full time green keeper.

R ASTEND T E E FR ION A NG SESS COACHI CT FREEKE CONTA MA

Sutton Bowls Club

Winter Indoor Bowls is 0pen for Play from 1st October, Following Government & Bowls England guide lines.

Safety first for members is our priority.

Have you always thought you would like to try the game of bowls — this is your opportunity.

Membership is available for men, women, boys and girls of all ages and abilities. Competitive and friendly games to suit everyone. There is free SUTTON Dorset Rd BOWLS CLUB coaching to show you how to play the game.

Outdoor Greens We have an excellent restaurant, bar and a very Car Park FIND US: NEW popular Sunday carvery lunch, WHERE TO M WELCEMBERS plus private car parking.

OME Please contact the club for further information, you are always welcome to visit and see the bowling facilities.

TELEP SUTTON BOWLING CLUB LTD. DORSET ROAD, BELMONT, SURREY, SM2 6JA. 020 864 HONE Northey Avenue To M25 A217 To London

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WORLD AS A CANVAS 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 ofcall events and year will include works by Please to this find out what Richard Seymour, Edna Kyriakides and Barbara Stevens. your carto needs Theregas will also be a chance see artist Dominika Klimczak’s fantasy and science fiction art works. Dominika was Prices valid with honoured in 2012only by the British National Science Fiction Society for excellence in her fantasy art work Bazuka. this advert 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.

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MOT’s Bev Lourenco

Autumn exhibition: Epsom and Ewell Art Group, Bourne Hall, Spring Street, Ewell www.epsomandewellartgroup.co.uk

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PANDIBAKES

Bakes

PANDI

Local business owner Amy Yiannakou tells us all about her world of yummy cupcakes!

PandiBakes is a local business in Surrey that makes cupcakes, cupcake toppers and cupcake bouquets, set up by the talented Amy Yiannakou, who also teaches classes to adults and children on all things cakes.

Amy only recently got into baking a few years ago and decided to set up her very own cupcake business where she could create unique bespoke cupcakes that anyone can enjoy, that not only look great, but taste delicious too.

As well as being an excellent baker, Amy is also mummy to her beautiful little boy Alfie, which is one of the many reasons why she is passionate about being able to get children and families baking together.

As a business, PandiBakes specialises in making delicious bespoke cupcakes, as well as toppers and cupcake bouquets. No matter the design asked, whether it be for a special occasion, such as a birthday or baby shower, PandiBakes can make any cupcake unique to your request that will bring the wow factor to any event.

PandiBakes’ incredible handmade cake and cupcake toppers are also

made specially for you and your idea. Whatever the colour or design, there will be a topper perfect for your cupcake vision.

The stunning cupcake bouquets that PandiBakes offers are ideal for anyone who wants something a little more different and extra special.

With your personalised colours requested, their amazing cupcake bouquets are perfect for a gift for anyone you know.

As well as making delicious cupcakes, Amy also has online classes for anyone, no matter their age, to learn incredible techniques to design their own cupcakes and cakes.

She also does private classes, in a one-on-one setting, either via Zoom or in the comfort of your own home, for a general cupcake design class or if you want to learn something a little more specific.

With rave reviews from all her happy customers and recommendations abound, PandiBakes delivers a high-quality service and creates beautiful and delicious cupcakes that anyone will love.

To order your bespoke PandiBakes treat or to sign up for one of her baking classes, visit: www.pandibakes.co.uk

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RECIPE

PANDIBAKES

Santa hat

CUPCAKE RECIPE Children will love eating these fun and festive cupcake toppers!

METHOD INGREDIENTS • Cupcake & buttercream • Piping bag and piping nozzle or a knife is fine • Rolling pin • Medium sized circle or serrated cookie cutter • White fondant icing or rolling icing • Red fondant icing or rolling icing • Green fondant icing or rolling icing • Tiny holly leaf cutter (not essential)

1. Roll out some of the white icing about 2mm thick and cut out a circle shape for the base, on which your Santa hat will sit on.

2. Roll a small piece of red icing into a cone shape and bend the top of the cone slightly so it looks slightly bent over.

3. Roll some more white icing and use your knife to cut a strip of icing to go around the bottom of the cone, you may want to use a little water to help the icing stick to the cone.

4. Roll a small ball of white icing and again use a small amount of water attach it to the point of the cone.

You will now see your Santa hat come to life.

5. Using a little water, attach the Santa hat to the white circle base.

6. Roll out a little piece of green icing and using your holly cutter, if you have one, cut out two green holly leaves.

Alternatively, roll two small green balls and flatten them with your finger, pinch the top of them slightly and use your knife to make little lines on them, to look more leaf like.

• A little water

7. Roll three tiny red balls for berries and attach the leaves and berries to the front of the hat with a little water.

8. Pipe the buttercream onto the cupcakes or if you don’t have a piping bag and nozzle, use a knife to spread the buttercream onto the cupcake.

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THE ART OF KNITTING

THE ART OF

Knitting

Knitting is a truly unique and traditional hobby that is easy to learn but can take years of practice to master all of the techniques Whichcraft is based on Cheam High Street and supplies a wide variety of knitting supplies. Browse their gorgeous range of crochet and knitting yarn, vintage patterns and accessories.

If you need help finding the best wool for beginners, they have it covered.

They stock all your favourite brands, including King Cole, Peter Pan, Robin, Patons, Rico and Wendy. Start new and exciting knitting and crochet projects with the finest luxury yarns or the softest crochet and knitting wools, with all yarn and wool weights stocked ready for purchase.

Always wanted to learn how to knit? Whichcraft offer a variety of crochet and knitting workshops. If you’re already experienced, why not join one of their ‘Knit and Knatter, Crochet and Chatter’ gatherings.

NEW RANGES IN STORE NOW!

Whether you’re simply looking for a new hobby, or you want to relieve stress and anxiety, you’ll soon realise that knitting is so much more than creating blankets and baby clothes. Why not get started and create some beautiful handmade presents this year!

Now supplying Stylecraft and Woolcraft as well as King Cole and Rico

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WREATH MAKING

Wreath MAKING

Feeling creative this Christmas Christmas wreaths now decorate front doors to mark Advent, but the history of the wreath predates Christianity. The Greeks and the Romans wore garlands for their festivals and wreaths were hung on ancient pagan altars to deter evil spirits and welcome benevolent ones. The winter solstice, which takes place on 21st December, has been celebrated for thousands of years. Evergreens such as pine branches represent the continuation of life during those darkest days of winter.

This year why not learn to make a traditional Christmas wreath with greenery cut fresh from nature.

Items you will need are a wreath ring, scissors, green twine, florist wire and moss. It is nice to experiment with different textured foliage such as spruce, ivory, evergreen oak and buxus. Christmas decorations such as fir cones, dried oranges and cinnamon sticks look great and create a delicious festive aroma. You could also try adding baubles and ribbon to create a textured look.

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Christmas floral decorations • The perfect festive gift for loved ones to show you appreciate them.

• Beautiful fresh floral centerpiece for your table.

• Seasonal door wreaths in your favourite colours.

• Fresh festive flowers to decorate your home.

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SURREY FOODBANKS

SURREY

Foodbanks Providing a lifeline to your community

issues behind the reasons for your crisis.

Every day people in the UK go hungry. Many factors contribute to this such as redundancy, receiving an unexpected bill or being on a low income. Working to combat poverty and hunger across the UK, Trussell Trust foodbanks provide a minimum of three days emergency food and support to people experiencing crisis.

Foodbanks partner with a wide range of care professionals such as doctors, health visitors, social workers and police to identify people in crisis and issue them with a foodbank voucher.

HOW TO GET HELP If you need help from a foodbank there are a few simple steps to follow.

1. GET A FOODBANK VOUCHER In order to provide the most appropriate help for the circumstances of your situation Trussell Trust work with local agencies. If they feel you are struggling to put food on the table, they will issue you with a foodbank voucher. Your local agency can also provide long term support if needed to help address some of the

2. GET IN TOUCH WITH AN AGENCY Agencies they work with include: Citizens Advice, housing support officers, children’s centres, health visitors, social services, some local charities and some local churches.

Many agencies are still operating by phone during the Coronavirus outbreak, even if they are not open for visits. They will discuss your situation and supply you with a foodbank voucher where appropriate.

3. BRING YOUR FOODBANK VOUCHER TO YOUR NEAREST FOODBANK CENTRE We have created a list of local foodbank centres for you to visit.

You will be welcomed on arrival and trained volunteers will chat with you about your situation. Any dietary needs you may have will be discussed and you can exchange your foodbank voucher for a parcel of three days of emergency food.

They will also help to support you in any other ways that they can. www.sutton.foodbank.org.uk www.dorkingarea.foodbank.org.uk www.epsomewell.foodbank.org.uk www.trusselltrust.org

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HOW TO HELP With Christmas almost upon us, providing food for your family can be a big struggle. We have put together a guide listing foodbanks in our area for those who need help and those who would like to donate.

• The Christian Centre Church Street, RH4 1DW Tues 4.45pm-5.45pm and Thurs 2.30pm-3.30pm • Salvation Army 44 Benhill Avenue, Sutton SM1 4DD Mon 12:00 - 14:00 Fri 12:00 - 14:00 • Bishop Andrewes Church 59 Wigmore Road, Carshalton SM5 1RG Wed 18:30 - 20:00 • St Michaels & All Angels Church, Milton Road, Wallington, SM6 9RP Thu 12:00 - 14:00 TADWORTH, BANSTEAD, EPSOM & LEATHERHEAD

•E psom & Ewell foodbank

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0208 786 8221 or 07380 667995 PLEASE NOTE: These centres are temporarily closed and are operating a delivery-only service. Donations are needed. Please bring them to the depot car park.

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CHRISTMAS TOY APPEAL

CHRISTMAS

toy appeal

Helping unwell or disadvantaged children experience the magic of Christmas

Every child deserves to experience the magic of Christmas, especially those who are disadvantaged or find themselves in hospital or a hospice at this time of year. RWW Plumbing & Heating is bringing back their Christmas Toy Appeal for the 7th year running and aims to put a smile on thousands of children’s faces.

All donations go towards Queen Mary’s Children’s Ward, Royal Marsden Children’s Ward, Mayday Children’s Ward, Shooting Star Chase Hospice for Children and disadvantaged children living in the London Borough of Sutton plus many more.

This appeal has donated toys to over 15,000 children in the last 7 years, as well as vital medical equipment and much, much more.

PLEASE HELP BY DONATING MONEY OR TOYS Thank you in advance for your generous donations. All toys should be unwrapped and dropped off at the following collection points.

TOY DROP OFF POINTS • RWW Plumbing & Heating Ltd, 11 Gordon Road, Carshalton Beeches • The Railway Tavern, Carshalton • Wolseley Uk, Purley Way, Croydon • 8 Boundary Road, Carshalton, SM5 3HG MONEY DONATIONS • www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/ rwwtoyappeal

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CHRISTMAS DECORATIONS

Decorate YOUR HOUSE

Pia Talbot brings us her ideas for a differently styled Christmas In a year when we have all earned a wonderful Christmas, there is no better time to make your house look as festive as possible. Now, we all have our same old decorations that we get out of the loft every year, but how about a change? For Christmas 2020 switch it up a bit and try a whole theme for your house. There are so many merry ideas that can really make this Christmas go up an entire level.

EARTH Making your home as natural as possible this Christmas is really popular at the moment. Filling your house full of holly and ivy is perfect for this theme and wooden tree ornaments can really up your Christmas tree game! Poinsettias and wreaths galore, this Christmas is all about nature and visiting your local florist is an ideal way to get everything you need to achieve this theme. Try Moonflower in Cobham as they always have amazing bespoke decorations.

COLOUR SCHEME Whether red and green matches your Christmas vibes, or you like to mix it up a bit with a bright colour scheme, sticking to a particular colour theme this year can be so much fun. If keeping the whole house to only a couple of colours is too much, challenge yourself to do just one room and see how far you can get.

ICE It may not snow at Christmas time anymore, but embracing the cold is always the way to go in December. You could hang icicle ornaments on the tree, or even create your own

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frosty frill to the decorations you already own, there are so many ways (especially DIY) to embody the frozen aura of Christmas. One of the easiest ways to include the whole family in creating these icy decorations is to make paper snowflakes and stick them around the house. Head over to your local stationary shop and pick all of the supplies you need for your snowflakes.

LIGHTS With the days getting shorter and the nights getting darker, light up your house this Christmas with a fantastic display, either outside your house or inside. Try Chessington Garden Centre for all your lit-up decorations as they always have a variety to choose from with their incredible Christmas array. Make your house glow this year and spread that Christmas joy!

SPARKLES Why not bring a bit of glamour into your life this Christmas with some sparkly decorations that are sure to bring some charm into your home? Maybe a sparkly stocking, or bejewelled bauble! By adding some shimmer and twinkle to your decorations this year, the whole house will be shining like a Christmas star guiding you to a happy and healthy Christmas 2020.

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CAFE CHAI

CAFE

Chai

With its beautifully striking interior, friendly staff and speciality menu, this cafe is well worth a visit Cafe Chai is more than just a cafe. As you enter through the front door, you are welcomed into a beautifully styled space filled with charm and a wonderfully unique decor. Banstead-based vintage interiors company, Louisa Grace Interiors, has supplied much of the beautiful furniture and with its rustic feel, this cafe offers excellent service, not to mention the outstanding menu.

Cathy, owner and creator of Cafe Chai is passionate about the service she offers. The menu is carefully researched and sourced using only the finest local ingredients. The cakes are lovingly baked by small local businesses and supplied fresh every day. Sweet Meringue is a Banstead based baker who supplies many of their delicious cakes including vegan and gluten free options and they have become so popular that many return on a daily basis for their fix while the fruit and vegetables are purchased from Banstead Fruiterers just down the road on the High Street. You can taste the quality of the ingredients in any dish you try. Months of research was put into sourcing the finest coffee beans so if you are looking for the perfect morning coffee you won’t be disappointed.

Having recently been voted finalist in the Surrey Life awards, they are eagerly waiting to see if they have won the Best Customer Service category. Cafe Chai has also received 5 stars for food & hygiene and also for health

and safety so while you are tucking into your brunch you can feel assured, they are supplying it in the safest environment.

With its outstanding and growing reputation, Cathy is focussing on Christmas. Not only are her team great at serving up your food and drinks with a smile, many of them are talented musicians and throughout November - December they are hoping to entertain their guests with live Jazz sessions between 3-5pm on Mondays and Tuesdays.

There is a lot to enjoy here so why not head over and see for yourself what everyone is talking about!

Christmas AT C A F É

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CHRISTMAS AT DENBIES

FESTIVE

Celebrations

Denbies Wine Estate tells us how they will be celebrating this year As we slowly navigate the ‘new normal’, it has been an absolute joy to see visitors returning to the Denbies estate to enjoy the 265 acres of vineyard with 7 miles of public footpath winding through the estate. The glorious weather, tours, tasting and al fresco dining have provided the perfect day out in a safe environment. Denbies 17-bedroom Vineyard Hotel, which offers peace and tranquillity in the heart of the vineyard has also been popular for those wanting to explore the beauty of the surrounding Surrey Hills. All of Denbies activities and facilities are now fully available and socially distanced in keeping with government guidelines.

requirements to create an enjoyable night out. And for the family, The Santa Express train or Afternoon Tea Hamper with Santa will guarantee to entertain the whole family.

Looking ahead to the winter months and in particular Christmas, it’s still Christmas just a bit different!

Denbies is one of the most unique venues in Surrey to celebrate. Whether dining under the stars in the beautiful Conservatory Restaurant or dining in The Gallery Restaurant, we have something to suit everyone’s

Denbies is open daily to the public and the chateau style winery hosts an additional two restaurants, wine and gift shop, art gallery, exhibition and conference rooms. Denbies runs indoor classic wine tasting tours throughout the year and seasonal outdoor vineyard tours daily.

For additional information on Denbies Wine Estate and the Vineyard Hotel visit www.denbies.co.uk Denbies is a leader in wine tourism in England and runs vineyard and winery events all year round. It offers an unparalleled programme of tours and events from its state-of-the art winery and beautiful estate in Dorking, Surrey.

For full details on Denbies festive celebrations, email christmas@denbiesvineyard.co.uk www.denbies.co.uk

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SURREY LAWNS & GARDENS

Beautiful GARDEN DECKING

David Field is the owner of a successful landscaping and garden maintenance company in Surrey.

Decking

Case Study:

Decking is a great alternative to patios, especially when the ground isn’t level. There are plenty of decking options available, from pressure treated softwood through to a range of hardwoods and composite boards.

Surrey Lawns & Gardens Ltd, have recently completed this new deck in Banstead, made from a new product which is a composite material, meaning that it won’t rot or deteriorate over time.

Surrey Lawns and Gardens can carry out a wide range of solutions for your garden, including block paving, brickwork, granite sets, lawn care, planting and garden lighting; all drawn up and designed from scratch.

Contact David Field at Surrey Lawns & Gardens for a quote today to see how your garden can be revamped!

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ASTRO GIRLS

Girls

ASTRO

Surrey author Isha Panesar publishes her first book just in time for Christmas mysterious is discovering her eleven new best friends shared a similar experience.

Local novelist Isha Panesar has just published her debut fantasy sci-fi novel ‘Astro Girls’ and with Christmas just around the corner this could be the perfect present.

Isha has always been interested in astrology, spiritualism, and fantasy and this is where she finds her creative inspiration for the book.

Available to purchase from 19 November, Isha tells us what the book is all about.

“When twelve-year-old Arianna learns an asteroid threatens to wipe out Earth, she’s terrified. But the impending disaster vanishes as mysteriously as it appeared, leaving her to wonder if it was nothing more than a strange dream. What’s more

Together, they travel to the woods behind her new school to investigate the details of their shared dreams, only to discover it’s all real. Gifted with superpowers and given a terrifying task, the girls work together to fulfil their promise.

Then one girl goes missing, and the remaining eleven must do everything they can to bring their friend home.

Transported to another world, they encounter wild creatures, strange lands, newfound friends, and a villain determined to destroy everything to steal the source of

the girls’ powers.

Time is running out. They must rescue their friend, save the day and return home for if they fail, more than Earth is in danger. The fate of the entire universe is at stake.”

This is a book full of fantasy, intrigue and adventure and is the perfect read for teenagers or young adults.

The novel will be available to buy on amazon or directly through astrogirlsofficial.com

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TADWORTH

Art GROUP

Tadworth artists bring a splash of colour with their online exhibition this November

20TH NOVEMBER - 3RD DECEMBER Proudly sponsored by Pullingers Art Supplies and Painters-online.co.uk This November, Tadworth Art Group will be showcasing the talents of its members online. Dive into their exciting virtual world and see what their artists have been creating for you.

Due to the current Covid-19, a collection of more than 165 art works featuring watercolours, oils, acrylics and pastels as well as collage and charcoal will be on display online for you to view and purchase.

From traditional landscapes and modern cityscapes, breath-taking seascapes and atmospheric still life to

stunning portraits, the exhibition has something to appeal to all artistic tastes.

From 20 November - 3 December, visitors will be able to vote for their favourite painting in the exhibitions public vote and enter the prize draw with a chance to win a bumper pack of greetings cards, specially designed by the artists.

Whatever your style, there is affordable artwork to suit all tastes and ages. All paintings are available with FREE delivery from the online shop.

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‘THE JOURNEY IS MORE IMPORTANT THAN THE DESTINATION’ Declares local artist Joe Norris “I have to thank my mother for encouraging me to journey into art. She gave me her Rowney watercolour paint box and her cherished sable brush when I was ten and showed me how to paint simple washes. Previously, I had only ever used felt pens and powder paints.

Watercolours seemed so much more sophisticated and I felt very grown up using them”, he begins.

However, it was a visit to Amsterdam that really inspired Joe, marvelling at paintings by Rembrandt and Vermeer. Later, he took inspiration from Van Gogh, Dali, Duchamp and Picasso. “I am fascinated by eccentricity, seeing it as a sign of genius and something to be admired”.

At the age of eleven, his grandpa, also a keen amateur painter, gave him a book by Rowland Hilder. “Growing up in Kent meant many of Hilder’s Kentish landscapes, with his ‘easy’ style and expert handling of light, felt very familiar to me”.

During those early days, Joe recalls painting a snow scene of a family friend’s house. “I remember feeling pleased with my efforts but was amazed when I’d learnt that she had liked it enough to hang it on her wall!”

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Several years of formal art education followed, although Joe admits to often finding art gallery visits intimidating, “…but to actually see the brushstrokes close up and feel the energy and passion of some of my favourite artists, like Rembrandt, Monet and Turner, with their impressionistic styles, was a real joy.

I have always been as interested in the process and the inspiration behind the work as I have in the final piece.

I learnt early on that I can be easily distracted by outside influences and opinions (I have since found that it’s far more rewarding to trust and follow my own instincts).

I now firmly believe that every failure is a step towards your next success.” he reflects.

Joe concludes, “I never stop learning and the most important thing for me is to continue painting and to develop my own style. I have often found the journey more rewarding than the destination itself.”

Joe is a member of Tadworth Art Group.

For details of their next exhibition from 20th November to 3rd December visit tadworthartgroup.com

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Independent school and nursery for girls and boys aged 2-11, where there’s more to a good education.

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BANSTEAD

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Banstead Prep School is welcoming a new Headteacher from January 2021. Jon Chesworth, currently Deputy Head at Thomas’ Clapham, is excited to join the community, “Banstead Prep is a dynamic, fun and caring environment that everyone is proud to be a part of and I was convinced it was somewhere I wanted to be from my very first visit.”

Jon has been teaching for over 17 years in both prep and senior schools, starting his career in Physical Education and more recently taking a further interest in pastoral care and wellbeing. His ethos is a natural fit for Banstead Prep, a co-educational prep school and nursery for girls and boys aged 2 – 11, which offers a broad, specialist-taught curriculum in senior school standard facilities.

“School should be fun. Happy children flourish and happy children learn. I’m passionate about the importance of a broad curriculum, which creates opportunities for children to be excited and truly engaged with their learning and leads naturally to excellent academic progress.”

As for many schools, this year has been a challenging one for BPS. The lockdown meant that staff and children had to suddenly pivot to remote learning for the summer term. Banstead Prep’s approach ensured the children were able to continue their education across the full, broad curriculum whilst taking into account that parents had to balance home learning, often for more than one child, with home working.

This placed an equal emphasis on wellbeing, supporting families and keeping the children engaged with school and their learning.

Parents were overwhelmingly positive about the experience, with one commenting that “The amount that our son has learnt in the last few weeks is unreal, and though I was quite sceptical about home learning it’s been a huge success”.

Jon’s ambition for Banstead Prep is to maintain the school’s current feel – of a community that is small enough to care about everyone – whilst enabling growth that realises the potential of the school’s outstanding learning environment. “I’m genuinely excited about the future of Banstead Prep.”

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develop their learning skills such as problem solving, collaboration and creativity. Pupils love to experience the outdoors through den building, cooking on campfires, team games, outdoor maths investigations and exploring the natural world around them. They truly love the freedom of the outdoors and have a tremendous amount of fun!

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