Tring Living Magazines - Summer 2024

years 3 to 6

leading vocational and academic school

Situated in the glorious Hertfordshire countryside, Tring Park School is based in a listed Rothschild Mansion with 17 acres of space for your child to develop their academic learning and performing arts training. Children are taught in two mixed-age classes, and follow an integrated timetable moving between performing arts and academic lessons.

Approximately one third of the pupils’ time is spent in vocational lessons and the remainder on more traditional academic subjects, sports and holistic activities such as mindfulness. Pupils receive world-class training in classical ballet, modern and tap dance as well as acting, music and choir.

This way of learning allows for a tailored education to each pupil, small class sizes and lets children learn valuable skills including teamwork, collaboration, independence and improve their confidence and self-expression.

Welcome to the Summer issue!

Welcome to the Tring Living summer issue!

It’s finally summer, hopefully the sun will shine and we can all enjoy getting out and about. Our motoring feature has some handy hints on checking that your car is ready for that long drive to your holiday destination, while our local books roundup has some great suggestions for your holiday reads, whether you’re on the beach or cosy in a cottage or villa.

As the school year comes to a close, there’s some useful advice on advising youngsters on the benefits of hard work over natural talent.

And young football fans looking forward to a summer of sport should turn to our special Top Trumps competition for a real treat. There’s more sporting action in store with the Olympics starting this July.

Plus there’s a very fitting tribute to muchmissed Hairy Biker Dave Myers in the shape of a special Victoria sponge recipe.

If you’re shopping for gifts or treats do take a look at ‘shop local’ for ideas - our local retailers will appreciate your support.

As always, the magazine includes plenty of local news, and we have pages of events in the What’s On section - so no need to be bored over the summer holidays!

Meanwhile, our history feature focuses on a fascinating character from Tring’s past - Sir Francis Verney, nobleman and pirate!

If you want to be involved in the next issue, please email Naomi at editorial@ livingmags.info with your news prior to our autumn issue.

Happy reading!

Alison and Naomi

Owner & Editor

LOCAL FOCUS

An appeal over the rejection of plans for a ‘new garden village suburb for Tring’ has been dismissed by the Secretary of State. The developer, Redrow and Harrow Estates, had originally submitted an application to build

1,400 homes and associated infrastructure on land East of Marshcroft Farm in Tring in April 2022.

The planning application was refused by Dacorum Borough Council because ‘the proposed benefits were not considered to outweigh the substantial level of harm to the Green Belt’. The impact on the Chilterns Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) and the loss of agricultural land was also noted.

The developer lodged an appeal with the Government’s Planning Inspectorate in November 2022, and in December the appeal was recovered so that the Secretary of State for the Department of Levelling Up, Housing and Communities (DLUHC) could make the decision himself.

A public inquiry took place between 7 March and 5 May 2023 in order to focus on key issues including housing supply, highways, landscape and visual impacts and Green Belt.

Marshcroft appeal quashed Stepping Stones turns

Stepping Stones Pre-School recently celebrated its 60th anniversary. The Pre-School, in the centre of Tring, began as a Mothers Union in 1963 and has continued to evolve to now provide children from the ages of two to five with a fun and engaging environment to build their confidence and imagination.

As a charity-run organisation, fundraising is very important to replace and buy additional equipment and toys. Recently the children participated in a sponsored danceathon, while an Easter treasure hunt challenge encouraged them to find items inside and outside using their best searching skills. www.tringsteppingstones.org.uk

Following the enquiry, the Planning Inspector recommended that the appeal be allowed and planning permission be granted subject to conditions. However, the Secretary of State disagreed with the Inspector’s decision and dismissed the appeal.

In the final report, it was noted that ‘the favourable considerations of the proposed development do not clearly outweigh the harm to the Green Belt and the other harms noted above. Therefore Very Special Circumstances do not exist to justify this development in the Green Belt.’

Countryside charity CRPE commented: ‘We hugely welcome the government’s clear support for the Green Belt and for the Chilterns Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the key issues on which we focused our campaign.’

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LOCAL FOCUS

Juud called up for England Colleges team

Ayoung footballer who began his football career at Tring Tornadoes at the age of three has just returned from Italy, where he was selected to play for the prestigious English Colleges FA team in an international tournament.

Juud Farrant, 17, a student in Football Studies at Milton Keynes College, plays on the right wing. Juud, who lives in Tring, scored a goal against Greece, and the team made it to the tournament final, where they lost to Wales on penalties.

He said: ‘It was one of the best experiences of my life, and while it was gutting to lose in the final it was fantastic to be a part of it.’

Juud, who has also trialled for Queen Park Rangers, played at Tring Tornadoes until he was 16, and later moved to Tring Athletic.

Funding adds new string to Tring u3a’s bow

Alocal charity has been awarded a National Lottery funded grant to set up and run a beginners’ ukulele group, after local people were inspired by Tring’s existing ukelele band.

The Tring ukelele band is part of Tring u3a, a national organisation that supports people to run a wide range of activities and interest groups usually during the daytime throughout the year for retired and semi-retired people. The band was established over seven years ago and has performed for a variety of charitable organisations.

Tring U3A committee member Liz Baker commented: ‘Many people see us play and see the fun we are having and ask if they can join us. While the band welcomes new members, joining a group of accomplished players can be daunting and we recognised a need for a beginners’ group.

‘The project matched the lottery funding’s priorities perfectly by allowing older people

to get together, support each other and strengthen their local community. The funders also recognised the positive benefits of learning to play an instrument in a group situation.

‘We were delighted when the grant was awarded, along with paying for the set-up costs and hall hire. The funding has allowed Tring u3a to buy eight ukuleles to loan to the beginners for the duration of the course, meaning the lessons are completely free for u3a members.’

Since the grant’s approval in January, 10 people have already learned to play the ukulele with many more expected as the rolling courses progress throughout the year.

LOCAL FOCUS

Music and more at Carnival Market brings arts and crafts to Tring

There’s music and more to enjoy at Tring Summer Carnival, which runs from 27 to 30 June.

Pound Meadow is where you’ll find music events on Friday evening and Sunday afternoon in the Tring Brewery Marquee, raising funds for local charities.

Thursday night is the Tring Together Big Quiz Night with Rock n Roll Bingo in the marquee, while Saturday is Carnival Day itself with the High Street parade, floats, stalls, shows on Pound Meadow and music in the Tring Brewery Marquee.

On the Saturday evening, Tring Music Partnership takes over with Music in the Marquee featuring Big Band and Swing Bands.

Ticket prices and further information can be found on www.tringtogether.org.uk

Colin the Camel ran the London Marathon this year and is now the Guinness World Record holder for the fastest marathon by a pantomime camel!

He will be coming along to Tring Running Club’s Midsummer Fun Run to take part in the races for younger children.

The event takes place on 19 June from 4.408.30pm at Tring Park Cricket Club and there are races for children aged from preschool up to 14, as well as the adult event.

Details at www.tringrunningclub.org.uk/ event/tring-midsummer-fun-run

Tring now has its own Arts & Crafts Market, held on the first Saturday of the month.

The event is held at the Victoria Hall on Akeman Street and sees makers displaying everything from recycled wooden bird houses, hand woven clothing, local art, and special cards, to handmade jewellery, crochet, fused glass, personalised gifts, and homemade macarons!

Tring Arts & Crafts Market has been organised by Angela Hutchinson, of Angels Bespoke Creations, a laser cutting and engraving business, who told Tring Living that it has already proved popular, with the first market in May selling out.

Colin the Camel is actually childen’s physiotherapist Tom Raftery and his wife Becky, who live in Wigginton. Tom works at the Peace Children’s centre in Watford, while Becky is a paediatric physiotherapist working for Hertfordshire Community NHS trust. She told Tring Living: ‘I liked the idea of running for the Children with Cancer charity as I work with some families whose children are undergoing treatment for cancer or sadly at end of life in their battle against cancer. Also my mum lost her battle to cancer eight years ago, so it was a personal journey as well.’

They have so far raised almost £10,000 for Children with Cancer UK. Colin completed this year’s London Marathon in 4.31 hours.

You can donate at https://2024tcslondon marathon.enthuse.com/pf/tom-raftery

Fight to save book shop LOCAL FOCUS

As we went to press, Our Bookshop in Tring was busily raising funds to save its

Our Bookshop has been open in the town for just four and a half years and has become the focus for events such as the Tring Book Festival and a schedule of author visits.

With the lease for the ground floor retail space coming to an end in 18 months, the shop may have to close, unless it can buy the property. While the owners can borrow a large percentage, they are looking to raise the remaining 30%which is £64,000.

Our Bookshop’s Ben Moorhouse is appealing to supporters of the shop and the local community to assist in raising as much of this as possible to ensure the shop’s survival.

The crowdfunding project was due to end on 26 May and we do hope Ben and his team reached their target – Tring would be a poorer place without Our Bookshop.

Motoring through 50 years

The Roy Chapman garage, which began life in Berkhamsted, is celebrating its 50th anniversary.

The company moved to Western Road, Tring, in 2017, where it has built up a large following of old and new customers with its All Makes servicing, MOT, and repair centre.

Roy Chapman told Berkhamsted Living: ‘My wife Anne and I opened our first garage in Berkhamsted in 1974, operating at the beginning as a service centre. Over the years, the company grew, and three other outlets were added, and we sold and serviced thousands of new and used vehicles.

‘When I retired about 10 years ago, we decided to downsize drastically, selling off our franchise interests, and Justine, our eldest daughter, took over from me. Justine made what turned out to be a wise decision to concentrate only on service and repairs and, backed by her excellent team, has operated happily and successfully, focusing on our core business of looking after customer needs.

‘Our slogan from day one was Seldom beaten for value or friendliness. We always aim to achieve that, and that has not changed.’

From left to right: Justine Chapman – MD, Gavin Smith – Technician, Ted Bowerman – Service Advisor, Roy Chapman, Anne Chapman, Vicky Kempton – Technician, Paul Craig – Technician, Mike Sims – Valeter, Will Furzer – Technician, Tony Hooper – Service Advisor

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You work hard to support your family and enjoy life, so it makes sense that your money should knuckle down too. This is where a little expert advice can make all the difference.

If you’re thinking about later-life care or how to organise your inheritance, we’re here for you. Let us help you make the best decisions for you, your family and your money

Our lives are busy and complicated. Families today can be fragmented, increasing demands on our time. You’d be forgiven for thinking that the latest technologies should make things easier, but that’s not always the case. In fact, information overload can often leave us feeling overwhelmed and unsure about which way to turn.

As you get older, your hard-earning savings can give you so much to think about. And little of it is straightforward. The financial landscape has changed so much.

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In so many areas, we rely on experts to point us in the right direction. If your car breaks down, you see a mechanic. If a tooth aches, you go to the dentist. The same should be true of our finances. Why wouldn’t we ask the experts and make sure they’re being managed effectively?

If you’re fortunate enough to be leaving a generous inheritance to your family, you’ll want to make sure most of it ends up in their hands, rather than with HMRC. The good news is that there are legitimate ways to do this. Understanding what you can gift to your family now, or place in trust for later, can give you the income you need today, as well as mitigate Inheritance Tax (IHT) liability.

We understand that everyone’s finances are unique. So we strive to offer a long-term, relationship-based service that focuses on what you need, as well as what motivates and inspires you. It’s this holistic approach that means we can then find solutions that work well together and match your attitude to risk.

Of course, you won’t want to give away all your savings now and end up unable to live well today. Plus, there’s the possible issue of long-term care to consider. Care costs can vary considerably across the country and will depend on the type and level of support you need. This is often determined through a care needs assessment. According to Laing Buisson’s Care of Older People UK Market Report, December 2020, the average annual UK cost is around £34,684 for residential and £48,048 for nursing care. So we understand that the thought of having to sell your home is a genuine concern. Take care of their tax

Then there’s the impact of IHT, which can make a huge dent in what you pass on to your family. It’s a tax that used to be the preserve of the very wealthy,

Knowing that your investments are being managed by seasoned professionals and that your worries are our concern can be a huge relief. You can also relax in the knowledge that we’ll be here to support and guide you on every step of your financial journey. We want to know you and your finances inside out – and keep it that way. After all, we’ve learnt from experience that the best wealth management service comes via thorough understanding and personalised, face-to-face advice. It’s what we’re passionate about.

but the rise in property prices now means more and more people need to take IHT into consideration. In 2020, the residence nil-rate band rose to £175,000, for those who qualify. Then you can factor in that the first £325,000 of your estate is exempt from IHT. This means that, subject to certain conditions, if you’re married or in a civil partnership, you could have a combined tax-free allowance of up to £1 million. However, there are other financial implications to consider, particularly if you’re widowed or divorced.

You can trust us with a number of financial solutions. From access to a broad range of funds providing the potential to grow your savings and protect them against inflation, to pension advice – whatever your age. We can also help you make the most of retirement, find the best protection for you, your family and your business, and advise on Inheritance Tax issues.

If you’re remortgaging, downsizing or buying your first home, let us help you find the mortgage that will work for you. Whatever it is you need, we have your needs at our core.

If you don’t take the time to understand how care fees or IHT could affect you, then you and your family could suffer as a result. It’s often a good idea to get professional help, as IHT policy can be confusing and

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If you’d like us to help guide you through the IHT maze, give us a call. We’re here to make a difference to your family’s future.

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Radio is right on Trend

Tring Radio has had a makeover and is now ‘Trend’ Radio. The new station will launch in June.

The new-look station will cover Herts, Bucks and Beds. The station, which has its own studio and is run by more than 40 volunteers had, organisers say, outgrown the Tring Radio name.

Trend Radio will transmit across the South East of England, concentrating on Herts, Bucks and Beds online via smart speaker or website and free Apple & Android apps, which can be easily integrated into a car radio via bluetooth.

Organisers added: ‘As we expand our reach across Herts, Bucks and Beds, we are keeping YOUR community at the heart of what we do.’

Since it began during lockdown, more than

100 volunteers have been a part of the radio station, with some going on to have careers within the radio industry. There are opportunities for volunteers to take part either behind the scenes or on air.

Find out more at https://trend.broadcast.radio

Club on target for new members

Didyou know that Tring has a Small Bore Rifle club?

The club was established in 1900, is full of history and is looking to continue its longevity and traditions.

This small friendly club now seeks new members and invites anyone interested to an open afternoon, on 29 June from 1pm to 4.30pm

If you would like to have a go at target shooting over 25 yards, (.22RF & Air Rifle), on a government approved range in Wendover, please register your interest or call for further information.

Contact club secretary Paul Grosvenor at paul.grosvenor1@virgin.net or call 07860 166332.

Please note anyone aged 14 or under must be accompanied by a parent/guardian.

Tring’s underpass has been getting a makeover thanks to the Paint the Town project.

The project at the underpass, between Dundale and Tring Co-Op, which aims to celebrate neurodiversity, used the services of Hertfordshire County Council’s licensed graffiti

Underpass undergoes transformation Quiz raises museums funds

If you love a brainteaser, be sure to look out for the fundraising quiz run by Tring Local History museum.

A new quiz is released every six weeks, and the £1 entry fee helps to fund the museum, which is run by volunteers.

The fun quizzes have different themes and are available from the museum (open Fridays and Saturdays from 10am-4pm) as well as several shops around Tring, including

artists, shining a light on creative and arts careers options - and it’s hoped that a generation of young artists will be inspired by this project on their doorstep.

Marc Silver, CEO and Founder of MurWalls said: ‘I am exceptionally excited to be involved in this project, creating a beautiful mural underpass for the people of Tring. The mural will depict sea life and represents the Natural History Museum in Tring - with a nod to Tring being one of the furthest towns from the coast.’

Save the Children, Graces, Metcalfes, and The King’s Arms.

The quiz began in 2006, created by the Local History Society when it wanted to raise funds

Market celebrates 25th year in Tring

It’s 25 years since Tring Farmers Market opened, on 29 May 1999. The event was officially opened by John Craven (Newsround, Countryfile) with a pair of sheep shears (which had been used on a sheep the evening before!).

The first farmers market to open in Hertfordshire, and one of the first in the country, the initial event took a year’s worth of planning, and the inaugural market opened with 16 stalls, including fruit and veg grown by the, now Mayor of Tring, at Champneys; preserves by Janet Stupples who remains a stalwart stallholder, apple juice, eggs, preserves and crafts. They were soon followed by several meat producers from local farms, such as Potash Farm.

It has run fortnightly ever since without a break - including during Covid when possible - and is the longest-running farmers market in Hertfordshire and one of the longestrunning in the country.

It now plays a key role in community events, such as the Apple Fayre, hosting bakeoffs, and supporting new start-up businesses (the latest being Nonna’s Supper Club). If the weather allows, you’ll also find musicians there raising funds for Herts homelessness charity DENS.

Although supported by TringTown Council, the market is entirely voluntarily run.

The market is open every second and fourth Saturday of the month.

Festival supports local heritage

The Chiltern Society’s 7th Heritage & Culture Festival will take place from 14-29 September.

The annual festival will showcase the rich and diverse heritage and culture that has shaped this ever-changing region. There’s something for everyone including walks, talks and exclusive tours. Here are the top three events happening in your area.

Guided Tour of Berkhamsted Castle on 16 Sept, 10-12 pm

Enjoy a guided tour of this much-loved Norman motte-and-bailey castle. Hear all about its fascinating history and all those that resided there until the 15th century.

Heritage Tour of Old Tring on 17 Sept, 2-4 pm

Join former mayor Tim Amsden and explore the rich history of this market town. Discover interesting buildings and tales of fascinating people.

Behind the Scenes visit to Tring Natural History Museum on 19 Sept, 6-7 pm

Step behind the scenes on this exclusive tour and explore the museum’s world-renowned bird collection and take the opportunity to look at research specimens.

With more than 30 events taking place, you’re sure to find something that interests you.

View the full programme at www. chilternsociety.org.uk/heritage-festival Booking is essential as limited places are available.

Tring’s Great Big Green Week

Tring’s Great Big Green Week this June aims to highlight the need for urgent action on climate and nature. Taking place between 8 and 16 June, Great Big Green Week will see thousands of people across the UK organising local festivals and events.

Tring’s Great Big Green Week will be launched at Tring Farmers’ Market on Saturday 8 June with music and stalls. Polly Eaton, of Sustainable Tring, said: ‘Last year was Tring’s first-ever Great Big Green Week and we saw guided walks, films, chess for climate, craft, pond discovery, a guided

Lidl appeals against planning refusal LOCAL FOCUS

Discount supermarket Lidl has lodged an appeal against the rejection of its application to build a store on land at Ickneild Way and Sears Drive.

The application was refused by Dacorum Borough Council last September, with Tring Council adding its voice to the refusal with concerns including unsuitable access on a shared residential road, increased traffic and congestion, pedestrian and road safety, along with air, light and noise pollution.

Opinion on the proposed store has divided residents, with supportive comments numbering 135 on the planning portal, many citing that the town needs an affordable store in the town. The 94 objections listed mostly cite concern over traffic, noise, pollution and its inappropriate location in a residential area.

Additional comments on the appeal were requested by 3 June, and the appeal will be decided by an Inspector appointed by the Secretary of State at a Public Inquiry.

tour of an eco-house and so much more. This year, Sustainable Tring and Tring Town Council have joined together to support events throughout the week.’

This year’s Great Big Green Week theme is let’s #SwapTogether, for good. From clothes or book swaps, to skill swaps or upcycling workshops, to knowledge swaps on discussion panels there will be plenty to get involved in.

Find out more at www.sustainabletring.org.uk

Comedy comeback as Tringe returns

The Tringe Festival is back this July with another stunning lineup. This year it welcomes back old friends such as Al Murray, Mark Watson, Zoe Lyons, Maisie Adam, Ivo Graham, Angela Barnes and Reginald D Hunter.

New acts include Jack Skipper, Marjolein

Robertson, Spring Day, David Eagle, Finlay Christie and Seayoncé.

In a brief break for one night, the Tringe will welcome the legendary Helen Lederer, who will be talking about her incredible life in comedy, stand-up and acting.

The final night of the festival will feature the incredible Rainer Hersch and his comedy orchestra. A very fitting way of finishing this year’s extravaganza.

The Tringe takes place from Sunday 30 June to Saturday 20 July.

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Online auction set to raise funds for MS charity

ACheddington woman is organising an online auction to raise funds for a very special charity that organises sailing trips for people with Multiple Sclerosis.

Natalie Turner is raising funds for the Oceans of Hope charity. She told Tring Living: ‘Oceans of Hope is close to my heart because four years ago, almost overnight I went from being an active, healthy 44-year old to someone who could barely walk. I spent 10 days at Luton & Dunstable Hospital and had to take six months off work to recover (as best I could). I was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis in July 2020, my partner was diagnosed in 2012. I’ve been lucky enough to attend two Oceans of Hope sailing events now.’

The auction will take place on 1 July, but you can see the lots donated so far at www.facebook. com/groups/oceansfundraiser, where you’ll find information on how to donate or bid.

Plenty of local firms have already been generous - including The Market House, Fancy That and Tring Brewery. Items include beauty treatments, jewellery, an alpaca experience at West Leith Farm - and a very unusual

opportunity from Pitstone author Dave Sivers. Not only will the winner receive a signed copy of his latest book (see our books page for review) but they will have the opportunity to have a character named after them in a future book!

SHOP LOCAL

Don’t just head online, visit your local High Street. Here’s some ideas!

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01 Three Stone Diamond ring £3100

02 Tissot Sea Star Powermatic £865

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03 Scalloped Terracotta Pot from £22

04 Haws Copper Watering Can £75

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05 Framed pet portrait from £120

06 Framed house portrait from £120

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07 Muscle Melt Balm £29

08 Spongelle Body Wash Infused Buffer £13.50

Fancy That - Tring 09 Jellycat Sandcastle £43

10 Dunoon Fine Bone China mug £24

G Grace & Son - Tring 11 Hydro-Herb Kit £19.95

12 FILL Refill for personal care & household cleaning from £2.50

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13 Rise Drape Necklace £105

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14 Limited Edition Bronze Celebration Mice £125 each

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15 Chunky silver oak twig rings £155

16 Small silver beech leaf with 18-inch chain £52.50

17 Gold vermeil on silver acorn pearl drop earrings £140

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18 Mixers £5.75

19 BBQ Sauce £3.75

20 Spicy Bear £7

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21 Camping Mugs £14 and Bug House £20

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TRAVELLING ABROAD:

TOP TIPS FOR SEPARATED PARENTS

We asked Nicola Meldrum, Legal Director at Rayden Solicitors in Berkhamsted, to give us some top tips for separated parents when travelling abroad this summer.

As the summer holidays approach, for those separated parents with children, there is some crucial travel admin to consider. This will ensure holidays go to plan, they can look forward to the trip and they do not risk getting turned around at border control. Many people do not realise that they cannot travel abroad with children without the agreement of anyone with parental responsibility for the child, usually the other parent. That is unless they have a court order setting out who the child lives with. Even then it is good practice to agree the holiday arrangements with the other parent in good time.

In England and Wales, if you did travel abroad without agreement of the other parent, or court order, this would be considered child abduction. You could face being turned way at border control resulting in a cancelled holiday. More serious consequences include criminal prosecution and the possibility of family court proceedings brought by the other parent.

So how can this be avoided?

Here are my top tips:

• Communicate with the other parent - seek their agreement and communicate early to avoid unnecessary pressure and uncertainty in the lead up to your holiday.

• If you have a court order, check holiday provisions carefully. If the court order specifies where the child lives, known as a “lives with order”, you can travel abroad for up to a month without permission of the other parent, but it is still good practice to get this.

• Obtain written agreement and have a copy of this written agreement (and the court order if relevant) with you in case you are asked at border control.

• Work out the exchange of childrens’ passports in advance.

• Provide the other parent with travel arrangements and details of accommodation.

• If the other parent refuses to agree to your holiday take legal advice early. Hopefully this can be resolved between solicitors but if not, you would need the court’s permission.

• If you are faced with court proceedings, consider using arbitration as an alternative process. You would still end up with a court order, however, the process is much quicker which is often needed if the holiday in question is just around the corner. Rayden Solicitors’ Partner, Emily Watson, is a children arbitrator, who can provide a resolution in a matter of weeks.

• If you are uncertain about anything get advice from a specialist family law solicitor – then you can look forward to your holiday without uncertainty or concern!

REACH FOR THE STARS

Why

natural talent isn’t necessarily a sign of your child’s potential

Looking back at the annals of history, the greats were great right from the start.

Mozart showed exceptional musical talent well in advance of him forming words properly, composing his first piece at the age of five; Picasso demonstrated extraordinary artistic abilities during his youth, producing his first paintings in his early teens; while pioneering physicist and chemist Marie Curie displayed remarkable aptitude in science from very tender years and went on to become the first woman to win a Nobel Prize.

So, what if your son or daughter just isn’t showing signs of extraordinary greatness… or any real greatness at all? According to psychologist, professor and author, Adam Grant, you need not despair.

His latest book, Hidden Potential: The Science of Achieving Greater Things, Grant uses a 1980s study of 120 Olympic swimmers, neurologists, concert pianists and other high-achieving individuals - none of whom were identified as having extraordinary potential.

When they did later flourish, it wasn’t because they had superhuman abilities, but because they cared, and were willing to put in the work.

With this in mind, it is important to nurture a solid work ethic in your child and guide them towards their passions. If you’re not sure where to start, Grant swears by these five tips for greatness…

…teaching a child to think like a scientist means not letting their ideas become their sole identity. Help they consider that their opinions are hypotheses - this means they broach their decisions as experiments

Teach children to think like scientists

Too many people spend time thinking like prosecutors, where attacking someone else’s views is the route to reinforcing their own.

Instead, teaching a child to think like a scientist means not letting their ideas become their sole identity. Help they consider that their opinions are hypotheses - this means they broach their decisions as experiments. And when they do that, they’re much quicker to recognise when they might be wrong, and that means they can be faster to get it right.

Suggest they become a (sea) sponge

We often think that being a sponge means soaking up information and absorbing all the knowledge you can to get better. But being a sea sponge — whose key property is to absorb nutrients and expel harmful particles — is far more effective.

We should suggest that same logic to our children when it comes to receiving feedback. Our youngsters are made to feel that every response is a gift, yet not all critics in life are being constructive. Instead, encourage them to ask for advice that leads people to coach them; rather straight feedback, which is backward-looking.

Encourage giving

Receiving is passive — if you’re always the one being coached, it puts you in the position of depending on others for guidance. Selfish takers are transactional, too - they burn bridges, and miss out on learning opportunities.

Instead, encourage children to give advice as well as receive it.

Allow children to pursue imposter syndrome

This is counter-intuitive to a lot of people because we normally think about imposter syndrome as debilitating. But it is, in fact, a

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Our youngsters are made to feel that every response is a gift, yet not all critics in life are being constructive. Instead, encourage them to ask for advice that leads people to coach them; rather straight feedback, which is backward-looking

sign of hidden potential: less a case of people overestimating us, more us underestimating ourselves.

Research shows so-called imposters end up working harder than their peers to close the gap between what other people think they’re capable of and their own beliefs in their capabilities, so give children a target, or someone/something to emulate.

Tell them to seek excellence, not perfection

Finally, make sure your young ones realise that progress comes from maintaining high standards, not eliminating every flaw.

Kids have years of learning ahead, so they don’t have to master something — whether that’s football or French — to use and enjoy it. Taking the pressure off, like this, ultimately leans towards better learning.

How Local Plans are shaping the Chilterns

How Local Plans are shaping the Chilterns

For almost 60 years, local charity volunteers have been holding developers to account to protect the Chilterns countryside in the face of mounting pressure. Mike Sheehan, a planning volunteer for local conservation charity, the Chiltern Society, explains the significance of local authority Local Plans, which are shaping the future of the Chilterns.

For almost 60 years, local charity volunteers have been holding developers to account to protect the Chilterns countryside in the face of mounting pressure. Mike Sheehan, a planning volunteer for local conservation charity, the Chiltern Society, explains the significance of local authority Local Plans, which are shaping the future of the Chilterns.

As part of a partnership with Grove Fields Residents Association, CPRE Herts, Tring Town Council and local MP Gagan Mohindra, an appeal for planning permission was refused on a huge 1400 dwelling development on green belt on land east of Tring. This development was included in the first Draft Local Plan in 2020, but removed when the Draft Local Plan was re-issued in 2023.

As part of a partnership with Grove Fields Residents Association, CPRE Herts, Tring Town Council and local MP Gagan Mohindra, an appeal for planning permission was refused on a huge 1400 dwelling development on green belt on land east of Tring. This development was included in the first Draft Local Plan in 2020, but removed when the Draft Local Plan was re-issued in 2023.

Local authorities are required to produce a Local Plan

Local authorities are required to produce a Local Plan

Each local authority is required to produce a Local Plan, which presents the strategies, policies and key local issues including housing, transport, infrastructure, the environment, and sustainability for the next 15-20 years. Our charity responded to the consultation on the Dacorum Local Plan (2024-2040) last year, with its next formal stage of consultation later this year, and an estimated submission to the Government’s Planning Inspectorate in 2025. While the revised draft has much to commend it following the reduction in housing development within Tring and Berkhamsted, we still raised concerns about over-development with the Hemel Hempstead Garden Communities to the north and east of Hemel Hempstead, especially in the vicinity of the Gade valley.

Each local authority is required to produce a Local Plan, which presents the strategies, policies and key local issues including housing, transport, infrastructure, the environment, and sustainability for the next 15-20 years. Our charity responded to the consultation on the Dacorum Local Plan (2024-2040) last year, with its next formal stage of consultation later this year, and an estimated submission to the Government’s Planning Inspectorate in 2025. While the revised draft has much to commend it following the reduction in housing development within Tring and Berkhamsted, we still raised concerns about over-development with the Hemel Hempstead Garden Communities to the north and east of Hemel Hempstead, especially in the vicinity of the Gade valley.

Recent changes to national planning policy and creation of these new or updated plans, have created a state of flux which presents a threat from speculative housing developers submitting plans. This instability is likely to remain for several years until Local Plans across the Chilterns are fully adopted.

Recent changes to national planning policy and creation of these new or updated plans, have created a state of flux which presents a threat from speculative housing developers submitting plans. This instability is likely to remain for several years until Local Plans across the Chilterns are fully adopted.

The Chilterns has to meet its own local economic and housing needs

The Chilterns has to meet its own local economic and housing needs

Like every region, the Chilterns area has to meet its own local economic and housing needs, but it is also under pressure from the expansion of London, including the building of commuter homes. The likely expansion of the Oxford-Cambridge arc, with the completion of a new rail link, will create an area of high population growth to the northwest of the Chilterns – with all the additional infrastructure requirements of roads, schools, hospitals and commercial businesses - putting the incredible pressure on the protected landscape.

Like every region, the Chilterns area has to meet its own local economic and housing needs, but it is also under pressure from the expansion of London, including the building of commuter homes. The likely expansion of the Oxford-Cambridge arc, with the completion of a new rail link, will create an area of high population growth to the northwest of the Chilterns – with all the additional infrastructure requirements of roads, schools, hospitals and commercial businesses - putting the incredible pressure on the protected landscape.

Unsustainable development results in the destruction and fragmentation of natural habitats. This loss of biodiversity and ecosystem change directly impacts our natural

Unsustainable development results in the destruction and fragmentation of natural habitats. This loss of biodiversity and ecosystem change directly impacts our natural

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defence against climate change. Not to mention our reliance of these natural systems for water, food, materials and more. But it doesn’t have to be that way. Under new laws, developers are responsible for a biodiversity net gain of 10%. This means a development should result in more or better-quality natural habitat than there was before development. To develop the Chilterns in a sustainable manner and preserve its nature and character, particularly in Green Belt areas, it’s vital our charity – and all the passionate people of Tring and Berkhamsted – engage with the creation of Local Plans and hold planners and developers to account on these ambitions. It’s unrealistic to think that local authorities or campaigning organisations can achieve a ban on all Green Belt development, but it’s important that the voices of those wanting to protect, conserve and enhance our environment are heard.

Take action

As a charity, it is thanks to the hundreds of volunteers and thousands of supporters, the people of the Chilterns, that the Chiltern Society can tackle the threats facing nature, conserve the landscape, and ensure we have a sustainable Chilterns for future generations.

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WENSURING THE BEST INTERESTS OF CHILDREN IN MATTERS

FAMILY LAW

e asked Denise Bullock, Head of Family Law at Lennons Solicitors in Tring, to answer some frequently asked questions about Child Arrangement Orders.

What is a Child Arrangement Order?

In family law, the courts prioritise the welfare and best interests of children. Child Arrangement Order (CAOs) are issued by courts who determine the living arrangements, contact and other aspects of a child’s upbringing when parents cannot agree.

Is it necessary to apply for a CAO?

The Courts adopt a No Order principle, which means that they will not intervene unless there is a dispute between the parents as to who the child will live with or have contact with.

It is only necessary to apply for a CAO if agreements cannot be reached between parents.

What happens if we can’t agree on who our child or children will live with?

Following a dispute between parents regarding where and with whom the child or children should live, as well as how much

time they should spend with each party, an application to the court can be issued for a CAO, using a form C100. This may arise due to divorce, separation, or other family breakdowns.

However, to enable an application to be issued to the Court, the parties will have had to have considered mediation first.

What will the Court take into account?

The Court will look at Section 1 of The Children Act 1989, considering factors such as the child’s age, wishes and emotional needs, as well as any risks or concerns regarding their welfare.

What happens if a CAO is breached?

CAOs are legally binding, but there is the ability to turn the matter back to court in the event that one party does not adhere to the terms of the order.

The family team at Lennons can help you with CAOs, as well a wide range of other family law issues.

They offer all new family clients a free initial meeting with no time limits – this can be online, on the phone or in-person at one of their offices. Visit www.lennonssolicitors. co.uk to find out more.

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Lindsay Nicholson

Lindsay Nicholson will be a familiar name to readers of magazines such as Good Housekeeping and Prima. In this memoir, she describes how, as a hugely successful magazine editor and director, who had already suffered terrible tragedy in her life, with the death of both her husband and daughter, a car crash led to her life unravelling. With incredible candour, Lindsay describes how in one terrible year she lost her marriage, her home, her job, and was even arrested. In a deep depression, she put into practice the advice her own magazines offered and began to have hope again. A compelling read that will offer inspiration to anyone who has found themselves at their lowest.

Lindsay lives in Berkhamsted on the banks of the Grand Union Canal, and this is her second memoir. Her first, entitled Living On The Seabed, was published in 2005.

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Dave Sivers

Crime fiction writer Dave has done it again, with another cracking tale in his popular Archer and Baines series. As always, Dave’s latest book is a page turner, as DCI Lizzie Archer, based in the Aylesbury Vale, finds herself threatened by local criminals and is unhappy to see an old flame come back into her life. And it gets worse as a murder sees herself and her husband come under suspicion. Luckily for her, Dan Baines is determined to help his friend and colleague - but time is running out…

Dave Sivers lives in Pitstone and is a founder of the annual BeaconLit festival of books and writing. Dave’s other series follows DI Nathan Quarrel.

Beautiful Poison

Michelle Briddock

A real treat for anyone who enjoys a gothic, creepy vibe! When Bennett goes to work at the spooky Knightchurch manor, she discovers she’s not the only young woman employed by the mysterious Silvaro family. And there’s a compelling attraction between her and the son, Ezra - though he haunts her nightmares too. Will strong-willed Bennett discover what’s really happening at the manor - and can she survive it? Note that this erotic thriller has adult themes.

Michelle Briddock is a mum of three who lives in Tring. She is currently writing her third novel Crystal Cove, which was put on hold last year after her mum died from oesophageal cancer. All proceeds from this third book will go to Cancer Research.

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The pirate of Pendley

A nobleman born at Pendley Manor, Sir Francis Verney became a pirate following a legal dispute over his inheritance… and was even the inspiration for an iconic Disneyland ride!

Francis Verney was born in 1584 at Pendley Manor in Tring. His parents were Audrey Gardner and Sir Edmund Verney.

Thanks to his father’s first and third marriages, Francis was related to seven royal families through marriage, and the convoluted ties continued when, at the age of just 15, he was married to Ursula St Barbe, his stepsister.

According to historians, it’s likely the match was engineered by his stepmother Lady Mary Blakeney, who had been described as ‘masterful’. Not only did she likely arrange the match to protect her daughter’s interests, she even persuaded her husband, Francis’ father, to split property left to Francis by his uncle, with their joint son Edmund. Another move that increased Lady Mary’s standing.

Edmund Verney died on 11 January 1600, and Francis went off to study at Trinity College, Oxford in September of that year.

He obviously lived the high life, as he started running up thousands of pounds worth of debt. Once he left Oxford he lived separately from his wife - and legally separated from her once he reached adulthood. She received from him a £50 stipend for the rest of her life.

Verney was knighted at the Tower of London on 14 March in either 1603 or 1604.

It was also at this time that he took his stepmother to court over the division of his inheritance from his uncle, but they found in her favour. Unhappy with the judgment, Francis Verney sold his estates, and went abroad, where he became an accomplished adventurer. He came back to England for a short time to tie up his affairs - and then left the country forever.

According to family tales, he joined some relatives - Captains John and Philip Giffardin Morocco, where they headed up an army of 200 Englishmen, who served Muley Sidan, who had a claim to the Moroccan throne.

1. View over the lake towards the west front at Claydon, Buckinghamshire ©National Trust Images / Arnhel de Serra 2. Pendley Manor 3. A purple silk damask man’s robe, cap and slippers. The robe is lined with slate blue silk shag which is a fabric with a long pile simulating fur. The robe is decorated with gold and silver braid and has matching buttons. It was reputed to have belonged to Sir Francis Verney and to have been sent back to Claydon from Messina in Sicily © National Trust / Textile Conservation Studio

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The Giffards were unfortunately killed in a desert skirmish in 1607, and many of the men they had commanded took to a life of piracy. Francis headed to yet another relative - Richard Giffardwho was captain of the Fortune. Giffard was the commander of a pirate fleet and Francis became one of his officers. Francis, that boy from Tring, became one of the most feared pirates on the Barbary Coast, described by Francis Cottington of the English embassy in Madrid as ‘making havoc of his own countrymen, and carrying into Algiers prizes belonging to the merchants of Poole and Plymouth’.

He was said to have captured a merchant vessel heading to Marseilles, whose cargo included shipment of French wine for the court of James I. The activities of the pirates so concerned King James that a ship-of-war was tasked with escorting merchant vessels en route for Aleppo in the Levant area. More scandal in royal society occurred when Francis ‘became Turk’, adopting the ‘Mohammedan religion’. The wayward pirate was eventually captured by a Sicilain corsair and was held as a galley slave for two years.

The journal of the Royal Central Asian society notes ‘Sir Francis was captured in an Algerian ship of war wearing the turban

and and habit of the moors’. An English Jesuit called Sir Robert Chamberlain travelled to Malta to reclaim him in 1614. Verney was alllowed his freedom on the condition that he converted to Catholicism, which he did.

Though he was free, he had no money and during his time in Sicily he enlisted as a soldier serving the Duke of Sona, the Spanish viceroy of Palermo.

A Scottish traveller-writer, William Lithgow, found him in ‘extremest calamity and sickness’ at a pauper’s hospital, in Messina, where he died on 6 September 1615.

Verney’s personal effects, which included a turban, slippers, silk tunics, and pilgrim’s staff, were sent to Claydon House, near Buckingham, now a National Trust property.

However his legacy lives on. In Dashiell Hammett’s 1930 detective novel The Maltese Falcon he is named as one of the people who possessed the jewelled bird. The title character of the 1940 swashbuckler film The Sea Hawk, played by Errol Flynn, was inspired by his life, among others, and perhaps most surprising of all, he was among the real-life pirates used as inspiration by Disney Imagineer Marc Davis to be portrayed in Disneyland’s Pirates of the Caribbean amusement ride. In the interior queue for Pirates of the Caribbean in Disneyland you’ll find a mural of Francis Verney, and boat number 29 is named, Francis Verney.

Visit Claydon House

If you’d like to visit Claydon House, which is a National Trust Property, it is situated near Buckingham. It’s also a location featuring in series 3 of Bridgerton on Netflix! Find out more at www.nationaltrust.org.uk

READY, SET…

Ensuring your car is in fine fettle before it begins its journey is not just advisable – it could be the difference between a day out, mini-break, or week-long holiday… and staying put!

Most of us have been there – a seemingly pleasant journey suddenly becomes the stuff of nightmares as your car suggests it’s time for an unscheduled rest. It could be something serious lurking underneath the bonnet, or perhaps just a faulty wiper-blade.

Either way, most fast-lane failures could have been prevented with a few pre-journey checks.

Tyre pressure

Maintaining the correct air pressure in your vehicle’s tyres is crucial for optimal braking, traction, and steering performance. A tyre that is either too inflated or not inflated enough can significantly alter your vehicle’s handling.

Contemporary vehicles often come equipped with a system that monitors pressure and notifies you if any adjustments are needed.

If you don’t have this, a quick trip to the service station will have your pressure topped up in no time.

Wipers and screen wash

Screen wash is vital in all seasons for clear visibility when driving, but it’s useless without fully functioning wiper blades.

If yours are leaving smears, just pop to a motoring centre and they’ll replace them while you wait.

Additionally, keep an eye out for any damage such as cracks or chips on your windshield. Should you spot any damage, it’s important to address it promptly. Small issues, if neglected, can quickly escalate into major concerns.

Lights

Ensuring that all your vehicle’s lights are operational is crucial for visibility and communication with other drivers on the

road. A car with a blown headlamp not only has half the illumination it should, but to other road users, from a distance it can appear to be a motorbike.

Perform a thorough inspection of your vehicle’s headlights, turn signals, and brake lights before embarking on a lengthy trip.

Air con

You’ll know when your air con has gone – even the simplest, shortest journeys feel like you’re sat in a sauna. The only cooling option you’ll have will be to wind down the window, so conversation and music goes out the window… literally.

Unfortunately there’s no real way of knowing when it’ll go, until it goes, but regassing your air con is a simple enough process at the garage, and temperate temperance will be quickly restored.

Oil

Oil is the lifeblood of your car’s engine. No oil, no journey.

Most cars have gone high-tech, ditching the dipstick for digital readouts on the dashboard that let you know if your engine’s parched.

While topping up is smart – different types of car have different oil types – don’t overdo it, as too much of the stuff can impact your running efficiency.

Engine coolant

Coolant keeps your car’s engine healthy by regulating the temperature of the cooling system.

Many newer cars have a closed cooling system which means they don’t need topping up, but with older motors the fluid level in the reservoir is easily located and it’s simple to top it up.

Tyre tread depth

Balding tyres really mess with your car’s mojo on the road, affecting everything from swerving around squirrels to hitting the brakes in time. Before you set off on an epic road trip, it’s a good move to check that your tyre treads are adequate.

If you don’t own a fancy gauge, just use a 20p coin – its raised edge measures 2.5mm, so slot it into your tyre tread, and if you can’t see the outer band, you’re good to go.

Fuel

Finally, although it sounds obvious, many have been caught out when the tank runs dry. Always fill up before a long journey. Or if going abroad, perhaps to mainland Europe, stop in at one of the final stations before making the crossing.

THE HAIRY BIKER’S VICTORIA SPONGE

Following the tragic death of Dave Myers earlier this year, this Victoria Sponge (with a twist of blackberries and spiced cream!) is a poignant tribute to one half of the inspiring culinary duo.

Method

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C. Butter and line two 20-21cm sandwich tins.

2. Using a hand-held electric beater or a stand mixer, cream the butter and sugar together until very light and fluffy.

3. Add the eggs one at a time with a tablespoon of the flour, mixing lightly between each addition, then add the remaining flour. Add as much lemon juice as necessary to give a dropping consistency, then divide between two tins. Bake in the oven for 20-25 minutes until the sponge has shrunk away from the sides slightly, is springy to touch and a very light golden brown. Leave to cool in the tins for at least 10 minutes, then turn out onto a cooling rack.

Ingredients

• Sponge Cakes

• 225g butter, softened

• 225g caster sugar

• 4 eggs

• 225g selfraising flour

• 1½ tbsp (30ml) lemon juice

• Icing sugar or caster sugar to dust, optional

Top Tip: When creaming together the butter and sugar (step two), be sure to get it as airy as possible - it should be almost mousse-like. This should take a good five minutes.

4. For the filling, put the blackberries in a bowl and sprinkle over the caster sugar and liqueur, if using. Leave to marinade for a short while – they will give out some juices.

5. Whip the cream, then fold in the icing sugar and spices – the cream needs to be just beyond the soft peak stage – subsequently pile this onto one of the cooled sponges. Top with the blackberries and pour over any juices. Place the remaining sponge on top. Dust with icing sugar and if desired add some additional blackberries on top, then serve.

Blackberries

• 1 punnet blackberries

• 3 tsp caster sugar

• 3 tsp crème de cassis (optional)

Cream

• 250ml double or whipping cream

• 1½ tbsp icing sugar

• ½ tsp ground cardamom

• ¼ tsp ground allspice

• ¼ tsp ground cinnamon

• ¼ tsp ground mace

GOOD

Top tips for sustainable interior design

If you’re environmentally aware, perhaps you’ve already overhauled your wardrobe with greener alternatives; maybe you clean your home with as few chemicals as possible; and you might even have a couple of meat-free days a week.

Yet what can your home interiors do to help the environment? Whether you’ve a big renovation project coming up or just fancy a spruce, these tips will help you make sustainable choices.

Upcycle and repurpose

Give new life to old furniture and materials by upcycling or repurposing them into unique pieces. This not only reduces waste (and landfill) but also adds character and creativity to your space. Also, invest in decent, solid furniture that’s going to last for decades, over the flimsy and cheap alternatives.

Incorporate indoor plants

Research has shown that spending time in nature is a great way to relieve stress and calm your nervous system, so

bringing a little outdoors in will improve your mood as well as your planet-loving credentials.

Be paint smart

Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) are chemicals found in many traditional paints that can release harmful pollutants into the air. Low-VOC and zero-VOC paints contain significantly lower levels of these compounds, reducing indoor air pollution and potential health risks. You can also buy natural paints that may include substances like clay, lime, plant oils, and natural pigments, though they are generally more expensive.

Select sustainable fabrics

Choose textiles made from natural, organic, or recycled materials. Linen, hemp and bamboo are all fantastic for interiors. Also, you can give the local wool industry a boost by choosing organic wool from an ethically run farm.

Shop local

Prioritise products from local artisans and sustainable brands that prioritise ethical sourcing, fair labour practices, and environmentally friendly production methods. You’re also more likely to get an item which is unique from a local craftsperson.

The Short Life of Amy Ridley

Christopher Baker

We loved Christopher’s last novel - The Girl Who Sewed Parachutes - so had high hopes for this one - and weren’t disappointed.

Catherine Holmes has a great life - she has her dream job as Professor of Astronomy at Cambridge, and is married with twin girls. But when her research unveils something shocking about the universe, it also threatens to reveal a dark secret from her past that could threaten her perfect life.

This clever story entwines teenage angst with academic discovery and is a real page-turner, with plenty of twists and turns to keep the reader enthralled.

Christopher turned his passion for photographing objects deep in space into an art business. He lives in Berkhamsted with his wife. He has two sons and five grandchildren, and enjoys mountain biking in the Chilterns.

Hetty Backstage

Lowri Madoc

Our young book reviewer Zoe Clark-Monks writes: Hetty Backstage is a book about a young girl whose parents are actors; one day while she is in the theatre watching her father in a technical and dress rehearsal, she goes on her own adventures around the theatre. Hetty Backstage perfectly captures the essence of children’s curiosity, while also sharing a moral message of how bravery can help yourself and others. It is a great, fun read for children and I would definitely recommend it.

Lowri Madoc grew up around the entertainment business with two actor parents - Ruth (of Hide-Hi fame) and Philip, who appeared in TV shows from Dr Who to the Avengers. He spoke nine languages, which undoubtedly came in handy when he memorably appeared as a German U-Boat Commander in Dad’s Army. Lowri lived in Gibraltar for 22 years and now lives in Tring.

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Talks

An Evening with the Reverend Richard Coles

High Street Baptist Church, Tring, 7.30pm. www.tringbookfestival.co.uk

Talks

Hec-Talk Group

The XC Centre, Jarman Way, Hemel Hempstead, 7.308.30pm. Every first and third Wednesday of the month. Open to all men to come together and talk. tinyurl.com/5n8c6p3v

Music

London Welsh Male Voice Choir

By Berkhamsted and District Welsh Society. Hemel Hempstead, 7.30pm. www.facebook.com/ Berkhamsted and District WelshSociety

THURSDAY 6 JUN

Theatre Pressure

Abbey Theatre, St Albans, 8pm. Pepper Foundation invites you to opening evening, based on true events that took place during World War II. thelittleboxoffice.com/ pepper/event/view/198555

Comedy Kiri PritchardMcLean

Court Theatre, Tring, 7.30pm. www.get-stuffed.biz

FRIDAY 7 JUN

Music

Albert Lee Court Theatre, 7.30pm. A legendary guitarist in action in his 80th year. courttheatre.co.uk

SATURDAY 8 JUN

Markets & Sales

Car Boot Sale

Tring Market car park. www.tringlions.org.uk

Markets & Sales

Tring Farmers Market

High Street, Tring, 9am12.30pm. 2nd and 4th Saturday of each month. www.tringfarmersmarket. co.uk

Fairs / Festivals

Tring’s Great Big Green Week

To 16 Jun. Multiple events to tackle climate change across the week. www.facebook.com/ events/725322899732487

Music

Jake Leg Jug Band

BJazz at the Civic Centre, Berkhamsted, 8pm. Sounds of 1920s and 30s America. www.bjazz.org

SUNDAY 9 JUN

Sport

Bucks Radio Tour de Vale

Bike Ride

Choice of 3 routes that start and finish at Stoke Mandeville Stadium. www.tourdevale.com

Music

Piano and More

Tring parish church, 3-4pm. Madeleine Murray cello, Beatrice Murray violin, Anna Le Hair piano. piano-and-more.org.uk

TUESDAY 11 JUN

Exhibitions

Bucks Art Weeks

St Michael’s church, Aston Clinton. To 16 Jun. Local artists exhibiting. www.ac-buck-db-churches.org

WEDNESDAY 12 JUN

Business

Tring BusinessMart

Breakfast 8am. Friendly business networking group. www.tringtogether.org.uk

Talks

Catherine the Great: The World’s Greatest Collector Berkhamsted Civic Centre, 10.30am. Empress Catherine II artssociety-tringpark.co.uk

THURSDAY 13 JUN

Music

Jimmy Regal and the Royals

Blues Bar Tring, 8.30pm. www.bluesbartring.co.uk

FRIDAY 14 JUN

Kids

Messy Play

Stepping Stones Pre-School, Tring Parish Hall, Sutton Court. For children 0-5 years. www.tringsteppingstones. org.uk

SATURDAY 15 JUN

Fundraisers

Repair Café

High Street Baptist Church Hall, Tring. 10.30am-1pm. www.sustainabletring.org.uk/ repair-cafe

Music Bridgewater Sinfonia

St Peter’s Church, Berkhamsted, 7.30pm. Beethoven’s Violin Concerto and Brahms’ First Symphony. www.bridgewater-sinfonia. org.uk

SUNDAY 16 JUN

Markets & Sales

Berkhamsted Farmers Market

High St, Berkhamsted, 10am2pm. www.facebook.com/berkofm

Fairs / Festivals

Marsworth Steam Rally Startop Farm, HP23 4LL. 11am5pm. Family entertainment,

live music, crafts, steam engines, classic cars. www.marsworthsteamrally. co.uk

Music

Tring Chamber Music

Sun Up Sun Down Aldbury Church, 7.30pm. Haydn String Quartet Op 76 No 4 (‘Sunrise’), VillaLobos Suite for voice and violin, Puccini Crisantemi, Boccherini Duo for 2 violins Op 5, Respighi ‘Il Tramonto’ (The Sunset) for voice and strings.

www.tringchambermusic. co.uk

WEDNESDAY 19 JUN

Sport

Tring Midsummer Fun Run

Tring Park Cricket Club. Short fun races for juniors and 6km fun run for adults. www.tringrunningclub. org.uk

THURSDAY 20 JUN

Talks

Beth Morrey and Clare Pooley

Our Bookshop, Tring, 7.30pm. www.tringbookfestival. co.uk

SATURDAY 22 JUN

Fundraisers

Florence Nightingale

Midnight Walk

Roman Park Hall, Aylesbury. Hospice’s 35th anniversary. www.fnhospice.org.uk

Fundraisers

Skinny Dip

Diogenes Sun Club, Chalfont St Peter, SL9 0QY, 10am-1pm. renniegrovepeace.org

Fairs / Festivals

Summer Fair

St Marys School, Northchurch. Fun for all the family. BBQ, live entertainment. stmarys916.herts.sch.uk

Fundraisers

Florence Nightingale

Twilight Walk

Roman Park Hall, Aylesbury, 7.30pm. 2-mile route designed for under 15s. www.fnhospice.org.uk

Music

Piano and Voices

St Martha’s Methodist Church, Tring, 7.30pm. David Berdinner and The Vale Singers conducted by Chris Dalladay. https://stmarthas-tring.org.uk/

SUNDAY 23 JUN

Fundraisers

PepperFest

Gadebridge Park, 12-5pm. Funpacked day of activities and entertainment. www.pepper.org.uk

MONDAY 24 JUN

Talks

Simon Parker - A Ride Across America

Our Bookshop, Tring, 7.30pm. www.tringbookfestival.co.uk

WEDNESDAY 26 JUN

Business

BDCC Networking Breakfast

Berkhamsted Tennis Club, 7.30-9am. www.berkhamstedchamber.co.uk

THURSDAY 27 JUN

Business

Berko Interchange Waite & Rose Café

Berkhamsted, 8-9am. Informal

business networking. www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/ berko-interchangetickets-547761187457

Fairs/Festivals

Big Quiz Night - Summer Carnival event

Pound Meadow. 7:30 pm. www.tringtogether.org.uk

FRIDAY 28 JUN

Walks

Wendover to Halton Towpath Grand Opening 10am-3pm. Robbie Cumming of BBC4’s Canal Boat Diaries to cut ribbon. www.wendoverarmtrust.co.uk

SATURDAY 29 JUN

Fundraisers

Chilterns Dog Rescue Society Open Day

Chilterns Dog Rescue Centre, HP23 6LD. Also 30 Jun. Behind the scenes tours. Woodland walk. Dogs welcome on a lead. chilternsdogrescue.org.uk

Book Festival 13 July 2024 Brookmead School Ivinghoe

Bestselling authors

Adele Parks, Elly Griffiths and Daisy Goodwinand much more!

Early Bird £25, rising to £35 from 1 June beaconlit.co.uk

Sunday 16 Jun:

Tring Chamber Music Sun Up Sun Down

Fairs / Festivals

Tring Summer Carnival Day

Pound Meadow, Tring. High Street parade, trampoline stunt show and birds of prey display.

www.tringtogether.org.uk

Sport

Tring Rifle Club Open

Afternoon

Tring Small Bore Rifle Club, 1-4.30pm. Eastablished in 1900 and full of history, this small friendly club now seeks new members. If you would like to have a try at target shooting over 25 yards, (.22RF & Air Rifle), on a governmentapproved range in Wendover, please register your interest or email for further information. Under 14’s not accepted unless accompanied by a parent/ guardian.

paul.grosvenor1@virgin.net

Music

Chiltern Sinfonietta

Victoria Hall, Akeman Street, Tring, 7.30pm. Orchestral Music by Richard Strauss, Faure and Mendelssohn. www.chilternsinfonietta.com

Music

Chiltern Chamber Choir

Summer Concert

St. Peter’s Church, Berkhamsted 7.30pm. A special concert in aid of the St Peter’s Roof Fund. www. chilternchamberchoir.com

Music

Dave O’Higgins/Rob Luft Band

BJazz at the Civic Centre, Berkhamsted, 8pm. www.bjazz.org

SUNDAY 30 JUN

Fundraisers

Walk Your Ridgeway

Take on 13.1 or 26.2 miles of ancient woodlands and open countryside. www.stfrancis.org.uk

Gardens

Tring Open Gardens

Day

Stroll around 9 gardens and Duckmore Lane allotments opening to raise money for Rennie Grove Peace Hospice Care. renniegrovepeace.org/ opengardens

Fairs / Festivals

Tring Carnival Roots

Music Marquee

Pound Meadow, Station Road, Tring. 12.30-5.30pm. An afternoon of live music featuring Indie, Bluegrass, Folk-Punk and Americana.65d7381a264a7. site123.me

Gardens

Buckland Open Gardens

1-5pm. Tea and home-made cakes in All Saints’ church. Plant stall at The Old Rectory. 01296 630461

MONDAY 1 JUL

Fairs / Festivals

Chilterns Chairs

Festival

Wycombe Museum. To end Jul. Discover how the chairmaking industry grew into thriving furniture production. wycombemuseum.org.uk/ chilterns-chairs-festival

WEDNESDAY 3 JUL

Comedy

The Tringe

To 22 Jul. A mixture of previews and warm ups of the best comedy shows, spoken word events and children’s shows.

www.get-stuffed.biz/tringe

Talks

Hec-Talk Group

The XC Centre, Jarman Way, Hemel Hempstead, 7.308.30pm. Every first and third Wednesday of the month. tinyurl.com/5n8c6p3v

THURSDAY 4 JUL

Music

Martin Harley Blues Bar, Tring. 8.30pm. www.bluesbartring.co.uk

FRIDAY 5 JUL

Kids

Messy Play

Stepping Stones Pre-School, Tring Parish Hall, Sutton Court, Tring. www.tringsteppingstones. org.uk

Music

Chilfest

Cow Lane, Tring. Totally Tribute featuring Rule the World, Badness, The Smiths UTD, Rogue Minogue, I’m Every Whitney and Noasis. Sat 6: Marc Almond, Scouting for Girls, The Selecter, Nik Kershaw, Heaven 17, Go West, The Farm, East 17 and Baby D. chilfest.co.uk

SATURDAY 6 JUL

Theatre

Much Ado About Nothing

Back Lawn, Tring Park School for the Performing Arts, 2pm & 7.30pm. Also 7 Jul 2pm. www.tringpark.com/event/ shakespeare-2024

Fundraisers

Open Door Repair Café

Open Door Berkhamsted. 9.30am-12.30pm. opendoorberkhamsted.co.uk/ repair-cafe

Markets & Sales

Tring Arts & Crafts Market

Victoria Room, Victoria Hall, Akeman Street, 10am-3pm. Handmade crafts, accessories, homeware, art, jewellery, candles and sweet treats. www.facebook.com/ people/Tring-Arts-CraftsMarket/61558152523480/

Music

Tring Choral Society

Summer Concert

St Peter & St Paul’s church, Tring, 7.30pm. Celebrate 50 years with Colin Stevens as Tring Choral Society’s Music Director. www.tringchoral.org.uk

SUNDAY 7 JUL

Fundraisers

aRTy Barn Jazz Brunch aRTy Barn, Nettleden, 1-4.30pm. Two acts, headed by Steph Pirrie Quintet. www.solarioracing.com

Talks

Eco Hub

Quaker Meeting House, Berkhamsted High Street, 2.30-5pm. Monthly themes with expert speakers and panels, activities for children and teens. www.theecohub.org.uk

WEDNESDAY 10 JUL

Talks

Are You Sitting Comfortably?

Berkhamsted Civic Centre, 10.30am. Development of the chair from ancient times through to 19th C and use as a symbol of power and authority, artssociety-tringpark.co.uk

THURSDAY 11 JUL

Business

Hospice of St. Francis

Corporate Partner

Network Meeting

Garden Marquee, Hospice of St. Francis, 5.30-7pm. New businesses welcomed. www.stfrancis.org.uk

Business

Tring BusinessMart 6pm. Friendly business networking group. www.tringtogether.org.uk

FRIDAY 12 JUL

Fundraisers

Ashlyns Festival

Ashlyns School, Berkhamsted. Comedy & Curry Night followed on Sat 13 Jul by Saturday Night Fever disco night. ashlynsfestival.co.uk

Talks

Irvine Welsh - Resolution

High Street Baptist Church, Tring, 7.30pm. www.tringbookfestival.co.uk

SATURDAY 13 JUL

Fairs / Festivals

BeaconLit Book Festival

2024

Brookmead School, Ivinghoe. Early Bird day passes £25, rising to £35 on 1 July. Chilterns’ biggest little book festival is back, with bestselling authors Adele Parks, Elly Griffiths, Daisy Goodwin and much more. Supporting Ivinghoe Library.

www.beaconlit.co.uk

Markets & Sales

Tring Farmers Market High Street, Tring, 9am12.30pm. 2nd and 4th Saturday of each month. www.tringfarmersmarket. co.uk

Theatre

The Gondoliers

Berkhamsted School, Castle Campus Quad, 6pm. Open air performance of Gilbert and Sullivan.

www.berkorotary.org

SUNDAY 14 JUL

Fairs / Festivals

Heli-bration! Family Fun Day

Hatfield House, 12noon4pm. Join Essex & Herts Air Ambulance to celebrate arrival of new AW169 helicopter. ehaat.org/support-us-getinvolved/events/challengeevents/heli-bration-event

Music

Tring Chamber Music

Beethoven Raz 2 Hastoe Village Hall, 7.30pm. Mozart String Quartet No 21 in D ‘Prussian’ K575, Shostakovich Elegy and Polka for string quartet op 36a, Beethoven String Quartet Op 59 no 2 ‘Razumovsky’. www.tringchambermusic.co.uk

WEDNESDAY 17 JUL

Talks

Leighton Buzzard in 50 Buildings

Baptist Church Tring, 8pm. Paul Rabbitts will discuss Leighton Buzzard as seen through some of its intriguing buildings. tringlocalhistorymuseum. org.uk

FRIDAY 19 JUL

Exhibitions

Herts Visual Arts Big Art FairHitchin Town Hall, To 21 Jul. www.hvaf.org.uk

SATURDAY 20 JUL

Fundraisers

Repair Café

High Street Baptist Church Hall, Tring. 10.30am-1pm. www.sustainabletring.org.uk/ repair-cafe

SUNDAY 21 JUL

Markets & Sales

Berkhamsted Farmers Market

High Street, Berkhamsted, 10am-2pm. www.facebook.com/berkofm

Music

Pitch Perfect

Berkhamsted Cricket Club

6pm. Shane Lamont and his band plus Amersham Big Band, Kathryn Jenkin and Phillip Brown.

www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/ berkhamsted-cricketclub-13904263270

Music

Vienna

Behind the Mirror at the Old Town Hall, Berkhamsted, 7pm. www.behindthemirror.org

WEDNESDAY 24 JUL

Business

BDCC Dinner

Venue tba. Business networking 6-9pm. www. berkhamsted-chamber.co.uk

THURSDAY 25 JUL

Business

Berko Interchange

Waite & Rose Café Berkhamsted, 8-9am. Informal business networking. www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/ berko-interchangetickets-547768158307

Fundraisers

Sounds Around the Abbey St Albans Cathedral, 7.30pm. To 27 Jul. renniegrovepeace. org

THURSDAY 1 AUG

Music

Three Bar Fire

Blues Bar, Tring. 8pm. With special guest Jeff Savage from the Looters. www.bluesbartring. co.uk

Sunday 14th July:

Tring Chamber Music

Beethoven Raz 2

SATURDAY 3 AUG

Fundraisers

Open Door Repair Café

Open Door Berkhamsted. 9.30am-12.30pm.opendoor berkhamsted.co.uk/repair-cafe

Markets & Sales

Tring Arts & Crafts Market

Victoria Hall, Akeman Street, 10am-3pm. Handmade crafts, accessories, homeware, art, jewellery, candles and sweet treats. www.facebook.com/ people/Tring-Arts-CraftsMarket/61558152523480/

SUNDAY 4 AUG

Talks

Eco Hub

Quaker Meeting House, Berkhamsted High Street, 2.30-5pm. www.theecohub.org.uk

WEDNESDAY 7 AUG

Talks

Hec-Talk Group

The XC Centre, Jarman Way, Hemel Hempstead, 7.308.30pm. Every first and third Wednesday of the month. tinyurl.com/5n8c6p3v

SATURDAY 10 AUG

Markets & Sales

Tring Farmers Market

Church Square, High Street, Tring, 9am-12.30pm. 2nd and 4th Saturday of each month. www.tringfarmersmarket.co.uk

SATURDAY 17 AUG

Fundraisers

Repair Café

High Street Baptist Church Hall, Tring. 10.30am-1pm. www.sustainabletring.org.uk/ repair-cafe

SUNDAY 18 AUG

Markets & Sales

Berkhamsted Farmers Market

High Street, Berkhamsted, 10am-2pm. www.facebook.com/berkofm

WEDNESDAY 21 AUG

Business

BDCC Networking

Breakfast

Berkhamsted Tennis Club, 7.30-9am. www.berkhamstedchamber.co.uk

SUNDAY 25 AUG

Fairs / Festivals

Berkhamsted Medieval Festival

Kitchener’s Field Castle Hill

Berkhamsted. Also 26 Aug. Knights in Armour, battles, falconry, long bow, medieval village, medieval jester and magician, minstrels and puppeteers. www. berkhamsted-chamber.co.uk

THURSDAY 29 AUG

Business

Berko Interchange

Waite & Rose Café

Berkhamsted, 8-9am. Informal business networking. www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/ berko-interchangetickets-547768158307

SUNDAY 1 SEP

Talks

Eco Hub

Quaker Meeting House, Berkhamsted High Street, 2.30-5pm. www.theecohub.org.uk

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