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Amanda Fashion Show Fetcham Residents’ Association Ashtead Residents’ Association Leatherhead Residents’ Association Beaverbrook Hotel Review Computer tips from Tec Res Poem of the Month Ashlea Medical Practice Be in the Kitchen - Recipe Sudoku & Digi-Search Crossword puzzle Regular Events

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Leatherhead Museum Ashtead Village Day What’s on in May? The Arts Society RHS Garden Festival Fetcham Village W.I. Ashtead W.I.NG Mole Valley W.I. Ashstead Village W.I. Gardening with Selina All Saints Coffee Shop Leatherhead Probus

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Music Matters The Memory Book History Society May Book Reviews Music on Thursdays Transition Ashtead Ashtead Library Leatherhead Library Surrey Police Notice Useful numbers Puzzle solutions Index of Advertisers

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I hope you enjoyed a relaxing Easter break? Mine was filled with family meals, a spot of gardening and some lovely long walks with the dog, oh and a little bit of chocolate too! Just about perfect I’d say! As is often the case, there is so much going on locally this month I simply can’t fit everything into my little message, but here are a few high-lights to whet your appetites, with plenty more to discover as you turn our pages... Amanda Fashion from Ashtead High Street, recently held their Spring/Summer Charity Fashion Show, it was a great event, hear all about it on page 6. I enjoyed an over-night stay at the spectacular Beaverbrook Hotel a few weeks ago. This is a stunning local venue, with quite an amazing past! It was an awesome treat and I hope you enjoy reading about my visit. It’s Competition time again folks! This month, you could win a pair of tickets to visit The Hampton Court Flower show! Good Luck to all who enter. This is a lovely day out so don’t miss out. News also of the much anticipated Leatherhead Drama Festival which promises to have a packed schedule this year. You simply can’t miss their eye catching details on page 16! Leatherhead Museum Free Family Craft Afternoons are back this month, these are very popular so if you’d like to attend, please do book your spaces early to avoid disappointment, see page 48 for more info. An important date for your diaries for next month is Saturday 8th June, when the 36th annual Ashtead Rotary Village Day takes place! This is such a popular local event and you can save a few £’s by purchasing your tickets in advance. See inside for details. Finally, we are delighted to announce that, having been nominated, we have recently won the Corporate Live Wire, National Award for Innovation & Excellence! Wow! How wonderful! I think this means we are innovative in an excellent sort of way! Whatever it means, we are delighted to take that!

Wishing you all a fabulous May,

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AMANDA 2019 SPRING/SUMMER FASHION SHOW

At the end of March, Look Local went along to Ashtead Peace Memorial Hall where Amanda Fashions of Ashtead was holding their biannual Fashion Show. This is a hot ticket event and always a sell out. Twice a year Amanda holds a fashion show to launch the coming seasons clothing ranges and raise money for charity. We had a fabulous evening, enjoying the chance to preview the Spring and Summer seasons clothing ranges that will be available from Amanda’s in Ashtead High Street. There was a welcome drink, interval canapes, a raffle and a chance to catch up with friends, old and new and we were entertained throughout the evening by a wonderful pianist named Basil. The evening was opened by Jill Jackson, President and Founder of the evening’s charity, Dyscover. Dycover is a local charity, based in Dorincourt on Oaklawn Road in Leatherhead and celebrated it’s 25th Anniversary in April. The charity provides long-term support and opportunities for people with aphasia and their families. Aphasia is a communication disability that is caused by damage to the language processing centres of the brain,

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most commonly through stroke. It can affect the ability to speak, read, write and understand what’s being said and is a very frustrating and isolating condition. Aphasia can be mild or severe, depending on the type and extent of damage to the brain. Dyscover operates its vital services throughout Surrey and South London. Daily sessions are led by professional speech and language therapists and are designed to help people to adjust to living with aphasia. Members are helped to develop strategies for communicating, maximise abilities and provide help and support for partners, carers and other family members. For more information about Dyscover go to www. dyscover.org.uk Amanda and her team including friends and family acting as hosts, models, backroom support, etc managed to raise £3000 with the event. So well done to all involved. It really is a great evening out. If you haven’t been before, look out for the September date for a chance to preview the Autumn Winter collections. To view all the outfits from the show please go to www.amandafashions.co.uk

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SURREY FIRE AND RESCUE Surrey County Council is consulting on a proposed £3 million of cuts to Surrey Fire and Rescue Service, in particular by closing a number of fire stations at night. While Leatherhead Fire Station is not subject to a night closure, Fetcham residents may wish to consider the potential impact of night closures in Cobham (Painshill) and Banstead, and at Guildford which will lose its second appliance at night. It follows that our own single fire engine will have to provide increased out of area cover, and could result in us having to wait longer for a second appliance if one was required. The council report says current night cover is more than needed, and it wants to spend more money instead on prevention work and community safety. While we appreciate that Surrey County Council is required to make budget cuts we think Fetcham residents should look carefully at these proposals. Consultation closes on 26th May, here is the link: h t t p s : / / w w w. s u r re yc c . g ov. u k / p e o p l e - a n d e

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OAKFIELD OUTDOOR LEARNING On 4th April Oakfield Junior School officially opened its Outdoor Learning Area along with staff, friends of the school, parents, pupils and the FRA. The outdoor area consists of wooden shelters, a willow hut, a water and sand learning station and plantings. The plantings were carried out by the students incorporating learning experiences such as measuring growth on a chart, seeing how vegetables grow plus many other aspects of gardening. The students have planted various fruits & vegetables and have even made jams & chutneys. All the staff at Oakfield worked hard on this project, also involving the students in the planning process. The school now hopes to add a green house, and potting shed. Anybody who would like to help with these projects please contact Oakfield at: parent@oakfield.surrey.sch.uk

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The Government has issued guidance on invasive plants such as Japanese knotweed, and it states that not only have you got to prevent invasive non-native plants spreading on your land, you also must prevent harmful weeds on your land spreading onto a neighbour’s property.

What is it?

Japanese knotweed is an invasive, non-native plant that can cause physical damage to buildings and land, which in turn affects the value of the property, and can be expensive and difficult to eradicate or treat. You can be fined up to £5,000 or sent to prison for up to 2 years if you allow contaminated soil or plant material from any waste you transfer to spread into the wild. The most commonly found invasive non-native species are:

• Japanese knotweed • Giant hogweed • Himalayan balsam • Rhododendron ponticum • New Zealand pigmyweed. Why is it a big deal? When you are buying a property, you will receive a Property Information Form filled in by the seller. There is a standard protocol question on whether the property has been affected by Japanese knotweed and if so, whether there is a management plan in place. The form does not ask about other invasive plants. However, if the seller states there is not Japanese knotweed and there is, this may not necessarily be relied upon. Building insurance may not cover for Japanese knotweed if it is found. Policies usually state the owner has to do everything they can to prevent

damage to a home, and ignoring the presence of a plant may mean that any claim is denied. Some mortgage lenders have made changes to their requirements for Japanese knotweed. For example, Coventry Building Society need to be informed if there is Japanese knotweed present within the boundaries of the property and is within 7 metres from a habitable space or that it is causing damage to outbuildings, structures, drains, paths, boundaries walls, or fences. The recent case of Williams v Network Rail Infrastructure Ltd [2018] EWCA Civ 1514 shows that the Court of Appeal accept that Japanese knotweed is a serious issue and this could raise further claims. In this case, the claimants were owners of two semidetached bungalows in Wales that backed onto a railway embankment which had been infested by Japanese knotweed. The claimants brought a claim of private nuisance against Network Rail. The Court of Appeal decided that Japanese knotweed can be an actionable nuisance. If you are concerned about Japanese knotweed on the property you are purchasing or a neighbouring property, then do talk to your solicitor. There are a range of options available, including indemnity insurance, or having a specialist knotweed survey and assessment. If any work has been done to Japanese knotweed to eradicate it, it is worth considering using a specialist company that will provide a guarantee. For further information, please contact Stephen Morris, Partner in our Epsom office.

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Community Funding & Grants available from MVDC For your Community Organisation The Scouts have received a grant from the Thomas Flack Trust Fund towards building more storage for equipment needed for their activities. Do you have to have the Scouts high profile reputation for benefiting the young people of our community to get a grant? The answer is: No. You don’t need the high profile. If your organisation does things that are good for the community, it is already on the first and most important rung of the ladder. Where does the money come from? Mole Valley District Council (MVDC) has designated funds within its budget, even in these straitened times, and is the administrator for other funds. Funds come under several headings: • Capital Fund • Small-grants Community Fund • Thomas Flack Trust Fund • Annual Revenue Grant If your organisation delivers valuable services to Mole Valley residents, you need to consider if it is consistent with MVDC priorities as outlined in the Corporate Strategy. If that sounds like the quagmire of bureaucracy read on. Where do you find the MVDC Corporate Strategy? As is usual these days the answer is “On the website” www. molevalley.gov.uk. If you think your organisation meets the Corporate Strategy, you might like to check out your chances with the responsible officer at MVDC (01306 879 338 or grants@molevalley.gov.uk) or go straight to form filling. You can complete an Expression of Interest form online and MVDC will be in touch within 5 days. Funding requests must: • Show how they deliver improvements in at least one of the MVDC Strategy priority areas. • Show that they have community support. • Work collaboratively with other agencies, organisations and individuals. • Raise funding from as many sources as possible. • Demonstrate that a grant will help to attract or unlock

funding from other sources. Remember the MVDC officers are there to help, as are our local Councillors Who has received grants in the past? The Scouts, as mentioned above. Community Capital has helped Ashtead Peace Memorial Hall and The Dell. The establishment of a choir, disabled charities and support for mental health groups are all examples of those who have benefited. Most funds have a decision making calendar, so check for submission deadlines and dates of grant-awarding committee meetings. For Community-wide Infrastructure Another source of funding is the Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) that is charged on new developments. All local towns and villages receive a percentage of the CIL paid in their locality; for most it will be 15% but, because Ashtead has a Neighbourhood Development Plan in place, our allocation is 25%. The wider CIL pot is split between MVDC and Surrey County Council to spend on infrastructure across the District and County as is deemed necessary or required. CIL funds allocated to Ashtead are available to our community to use to address issues arising from the demands that development places on our local facilities and infrastructure: that could mean improvement, maintenance or new provision. MVDC will consider all applications for CIL funding in consultation with our local Councillors: evidence of wide community support for an application would also be key. All information about the Neighbourhood CIL and how to apply for it can be found under the Benefits and Grants section of MVDC’s website but if you have an idea for a project, the best place to start is by contacting Rod Shaw at MVDC who can tell you what, if any, CIL funds are available: email him at rod.shaw@ molevalley.gov.uk or telephone him on 01306-885001. The scope is wide. The money is there so go for it Ashtead! Peter Stanyard - Committee Member Glynis Peterkin - Chairman

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required for this would seem to place it beyond all possibility. Mr Elkeles said that the money would come by bidding for funds from the Governments allocations for NHS On the 6th October, we in Leatherhead, capital expenditure. Refurbishment funds with some guests from Ashtead and for Epsom and St Helier hospitals, on the Bookham, were treated to a face to face other hand, could be realised through the explanation of how our local NHS CEO, Mr. sale of some land at Sutton. The efforts of the LRA and the Leatherhead & District Chamber of Commerce have begun to have results. Daniel Elkeles, is hoping that our hospitals Many of those in attendance at businesses this meeting The Petitions for the return of late afternoon free parking to the High Street signed 99 and will develop over the next five to ten years. were very sceptical aboutby the possibility of 1200 users respectively, have made the case for the need for action in the near term, whereas the original any improvement at all in the current There timetable are two main deficiencies, of Transform Leatherhead was to address the High Street closer to the year 2020. provision. maintenance of the current buildings and After the presentation of theAcute Petitions to theAMole Valley Local Committee at their September and December provision of adequate care. short People rose in their seats to remind the 2018 with considerable shown by the Councillor Members of that Committee, Transform videomeetings, revealed the problemssupport currently speaker that such discussions had already Leatherhead engaged Street UK place to carrysome out a20 High Street Feasibility experienced at St.High Helier andspecialists Epsom. from Mr.Arcadis taken years ago, and theStudy Elkeles also stated that there a lack of Arcadis which commenced in January 2019.isThis involved actually cameras in several locations for results hadplacing been negligible. However, one real, joined-up provision ofStreet, Acutewhere caremovement Unit. valuable two weeks overlooking the High of pedestrians, cycles and vehicles was monitored, change has taken place over the He said he would like to see a building of aat “baseline thus arriving data”.of years and that is the method last couple single, modern Acute Care Unit where the which blockingbusinesses has beentoalmost Following Transform Leatherhead invited virtually by all the townbed centre-based join relevant patients this, would be in wards having widely it is eliminated in20th Epsom. The team organisations, Councillors and Officers in a “Focus Group” meeting on March, where this running baseline data spaced beds to prevent cross infection, the “Epsom Health and Care Partnership.” was presented. After Arcadis went on to present several obvious issues, the group, consisting of six tables and, most important of all, consultant level A local doctor or a social worker now (approximately 50 attendees), was asked to have discussions per table to come up with other issues. No supervision 24/7. accompanies the consultant and the nurse results have been distributed yet, but among the most-mentioned issues were the need for long-requested However the problem would be about where when assessing future care of a (usually) return of late afternoon free (and importantly, CONVENIENT, which the multi-storey elderly person. This facilitatesis anot) safeparking, return to site it – St. Helier, Epsom or Sutton. and the need for a solution for business owners/managers’ parking which is better than parking in a been 4-hour home with the necessary help having Patients needing this kind of care are maximum staytoo car park at £1 perabout hour. Owners/managers have indicated their willingness to park on the top beforehand. usually not concerned where they arranged level if– they get relatives better pricewho and have hours,to such as occurs in Dorking and other communities. are taken it iscan their All attendees were encouraged to fill in the endure awkward this reason, The Feasibility Studyjourneys. consists of For 6 phases, the first two already completed. to Following will be decisions appraisal short questionnaire guide future byalternative far the most popular site for and our long term; detailed of options for both short on the feasibility Hospitals.design; public consultation; and wouldfinal be High Epsom. aresidents comprehensive Street Feasibility Report, which will be presented to local government for Caroline Brown (LRA Chairman) approval in the summer. Meanwhile, a Safety Review will also be carried out by Surrey Highways. These The possibility of a brand new multi-purpose Gill Hanson developments are giving rise to renewed optimism about the fate of our beleaguered but beloved High(SDCCG) Street. hospital was also mentioned, but the sums

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BEAVERBROOK Hotel and Spa

Once the home of press baron & politician Max Aitken, aka Lord Beaverbrook, this beautiful hotel sits in the foothills of Box Hill, between Leatherhead and Dorking. Set in 400 acres of Surrey countryside, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the perfect setting for this local gem. The recently refurbished country house still has a wonderful feel of belonging to someone special. Not surprising as it boasts an impressive history, which also includes many awe-inspiring guests, from times gone by. As you pass from one reception room to another, you will spot a selection of fascinating wall art including a framed poem, written especially for Lord Beaverbrook, by non-other than Rudyard Kipling himself! The glassdomed lobby is home to a Grand Piano and a stunning Gerhard Ritcher tapestry which hangs on the wall. Photographs from WW1 & WW2, depicting scenes from when Lord Beaverbrook was a cabinet minister, also make for interesting viewing.

The grand historic family home has been so tastefully transformed and so beautifully designed by Susie Atkinson. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s very in keeping with the era, yet weirdly up to date as well: How did she do that? Open fires & comfy sofas with views over the gardens and beyond to the beautiful North Downs. The library houses leather bound books galore, with walls of original wooden paneling. The first UK home cinema is still in place where many war-time planning meetings were held, this is now available for hotel guests to watch a selection of films from the comfort of deep red sofas. You really can imagine Sir Winston Churchill standing by a window watching the night sky for German planes en route to London. He apparently spent much of the war here with his friend and fellow cabinet minister Lord Beaverbrook. Other celebrity guests included Charlie Chaplin, HG Wells, W. Somerset Maugham, Ian Fleming, Wallis Simpson, Elizabeth Taylor, Joe & Rose Kennedy and Dame Rebecca West. We were

certainly in good company then! On our arrival, we were given a warm welcome, our car was parked for us and our cases discreetly delivered to the Dame Rebecca West Room! A stunning and large room with a roll top bath in one corner. The hotel offers 18 rooms, which are individually styled and named after the former prestigious guests as mentioned above. One of these being ‘The Dowager Suit’, formerly Lady Beaverbrook’s room, it has many antiques and even a Louise Bourgeoise artwork. The large roll top bath is perfectly positioned by a window for views over the countryside, out towards Dorking. This is no ordinary hotel. All the bedrooms have luxurious bathrooms, Apple TV, a Coffee Machine, a mini fridge, stocked with complimentary soft drinks and a few tempting snacks, and a bottle of Sipsmith Sloe Gin too! The Garden House and Garden Cottage offer a further 11 rooms; these are Victorian in style and there is also a cookery school in this building! And 6 more rooms are due to open in early 2020, located in the Coach House. At about 7.30 pm we started our evening at ‘The Parrot Bar’ a stunning room with an amazingly well stocked art deco bar; we both enjoyed a ‘Spitfire Collins’ a

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mix of Vodka, peach and elderflower with ginger and lemongrass undertones! This was served with shelled pistachio nuts & olives. A delicious spring aperitif. The hotel’s main restaurant is not quite what you might expect; it is in fact, a Japanese Grill. Under the watchful eye of Ex Nobu head chef Maruyama Taiji the menu is authentic with a modern twist. We started our meal with a Garden Salad which would pass as a work of art in itself, to accompany this, Lobster Tempura with Wasabi Mayo and Jalapino Shiso Dressing. Totally amazing is all I can say. Next up, a shared plate of Chef Selection, melt in the mouth, Sashimi, beautifully tender and perfectly light. For our main courses I chose Corn Fed Chicken with Teriyaki sauce & sliced truffle and my guest opted for Koji Monkfish, with Yozu Soy, sautéed mushrooms, and porcini powder. To accompany these, Broccoli with Kimchi Mayo and steamed rice. A feast we will not forget in a very long time. Each dish was perfectly prepared and the fusion of flavours sent our taste buds into over drive. We enjoyed a bottle of chilled Chablis with our meal, which went beautifully with the Oriental cuisine. There is an amazing wine selection to choose from, which would please even the most demanding connoisseur I’m sure.

To finish our meal a ‘Tasting Plate to Share’ which included small portions of Hibiscus Chocolate Fondant with Raspberry Sorbet, Matcha Tiramisu, Lemon Curd Scorched Meringue, and a Caramelised Banana Cake with Coffee and Dulce de Leche Ice Cream. If you like good food, you have my word, you will not be disappointed. This was an exceptionally good meal. We slept very soundly in our four poster bed with it’s super soft white sheets. However, our treat was not over yet! We woke the next morning looking forward to the Hotel Spa experience… The Spa is in a separate building just next to the Hotel; The Coach House, so named because it used to be just that… Striking glass design by Brian Clarke runs through the whole building, it’s bold for sure, but works very well. The Spa has a selection of sumptuous treatment rooms, a large steam/ice room and relaxation area, a Boutique and Apothecary, a delightful Deli Restaurant where food is served between mid-day and 5pm, a stunning indoor swimming pool and a large heated outdoor pool too, which was just about to be opened for the first time when we visited. The top floor of the Spa is devoted to a state of the art gym, where personal trainers are available if required. The large changing rooms were ‘top notch’ each locker housed a big fluffy

white robe and flip flops, the large shower cubicles would match any top hotel room with clean white floor towels placed outside each shower. There were plenty of big mirrors and hair-dryers available and all immaculately clean. My treatments certainly lived up to the venue as well. To start, a 90 minute, full body Biodynamic Bodywork Massage. Which apparently embraces a full range of therapeutic methods, an effective treatment for relief of many physical, neural and psychological conditions. It blends Western Science with Eastern philosophy and was, by far, the best massage I have ever had. To follow I was treated to a ‘Therapi Honey Facial’. This treatment uses the regenerative and healing properties of honey and propolis products from Therapi, to cleanse, massage, treat fine lines and stimulate collagen. It left my skin feeling radiant and deeply nourished. A wonderful facial, and super relaxing too! Like the hotel, this is no ordinary Spa! We had the most amazing stay, the staff we met were all charming and looked after us so very well. Thank you all, for making our stay so special. We will certainly not forget the time we stayed in the house of Max. Is it any wonder this hotel was named as ‘The best Hotel in the UK’ by The Times? www.beaverbrook.co.uk | 01372 569 799

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built headquarters will be designed to enable Surrey Police to better meet the challenges of modern policing so this is very good news for Leatherhead, for Mole Valley and for Surrey as a whole.” Councillor Simon Edge, Cabinet Member for Prosperity, added “The planned move by Surrey Police is great news for Leatherhead and complements what we are aiming to achieve with Transform Leatherhead. With a considerable number of staff moving into the new HQ it will help increase footfall in the town and bring investment to the area. The choice of Leatherhead was based on its key central location within the County and good transport links, assets of Leatherhead we are keen to highlight.”

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Have you ever considered just how much time you spend working on your computer? Whether it be sitting at a desk or having a notebook on your lap in front of the TV, the average person spends hours a day in front of their computer and at some point it can take a physical toll on the body. These days repetitive strain injuries (RSI) are not uncommon and they can have a lifelong impact. Which is why it is important to have yourself set up in the best way to avoid it. The first consideration you should make is the eye level of your screen. Your monitor or notebook should be positioned, so your eye level lines up with the top of the display, at armâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s length away from your body. This way your neck can be relaxed, not needing to strain or have your shoulders hunch over. In stock we have a variety of height adjustable monitors, these are really easy to adjust the height and even tilt the monitor and are especially great if the computer is shared, that way whoever is using the machine can adjust it for themselves. Using a notebook at eye level can be a little trickier, but it is equally important. There is a preference these days to use notebooks on our laps or lying down and if you stop and look at yourself you may find you are hunched over trying to look at the screen. Having a notebook stand will lift your machine up and allow you to sit with a straighter back. Avoiding strain on the shoulders, neck and upper back, all round so much better for you and your computer too as this will give the machine better airflow and prevent overheating. Typing and mouse movement is a very common cause of RSI and there are some easy steps that can help you combat RSI. A mouse mat with a wrist support can aid in resting your wrist at a better angle or there are a variety of more ergonomically designed mice for less strain on the hand. This is the same for keyboards, adding a palm rest or purchasing a keyboard with one can make a massive difference for your wrists and support them better while you type. Finally though none of us want to hear it, sometimes the best way to take care of yourself is to take a break from the screen, with so many hours spent staring at it you are straining your eyes and your body. Just taking five to ten minutes away from the screen, stretching your body or going for a short walk can make a big difference to your overall wellbeing. This guide was written by Les Beer, from Tecres in Leatherhead, who have been providing computer solutions since 1989.

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Have you seen this south-west sky: its red-cheeked clouds and puffed-up breast that, reaching Ashtead, hears the Rye, whose soft persuasion bids it rest? When other pretty shires are near, why does it pause precisely here? Here where Surrey’s fringes skirt at London’s bustle, hemmed with green, the motorway takes all its hurt away to places less serene. Here’s where cares and woes transform to quiet calm amid the storm. “Howzat?!” the leaping fielders cry my daydream snaps at this ado. The umpire’s finger gives reply which satisfies my question too. It points to heavens that overglide where Ashtead, love and peace reside.

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Friends of the AshLea Medical Practice is a new charity whose goals are to enhance the NHS service you receive at both Gilbert House and Linden House and enable your Practice to give better care to its patients and the wider community. The Charity is managed by 6 Trustees - 3 Medical Staff from the Practice and 3 AshLea Medical Practice Patients. A member of the administrative team acts as Secretary to the Trustees. As a result of very generous donations and the reason for setting up the Charity, we have so far raised over ÂŁ6,000 which has enabled us to initially purchase the following items. : 4 higher, padded chairs (2 in each surgery). These are already being much appreciated by patients who find it hard to sit/stand from a lower chair and the arm rests give added support. : A new Blood Pressure Machine for the waiting room at Gilbert House. You may have noticed that there are currently two there but one is rather old and prone to needing costly repair. When that happens again, it will not be repaired. Blood Pressure machines are available in both surgeries and no appointment necessary!

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Instructions are with the machine and then hand the print-out to reception (with your name and date of birth on the back) and your records will be updated. : A Dermatoscope - a hand-held polarised magnifying light to look at skin lesions to assist with possible diagnosis of cancers. : An additional 24-hour Blood Pressure Monitor. This much needed BP Monitor will enable patients to be assessed as quickly as possible which, in turn, leads to a faster diagnosis and peace of mind. The Charityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s next project? The aim is to fund another Micro-suction Machine which helps many patients with severe hearing problems due, in part, to a build-up of ear wax. It is a common problem and another unit will help to reduce waiting lists across the whole community. Every little bit helps and the Trustees and all involved in this new Charity are most grateful for, not only the donations received to date, but the ongoing support of all its patients. For further information, see our latest newsletter or visit our ppg stand at ashtead village day on the 8th June 2019,

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Citizens Advice sessions at The Georgian House, Swan Mews, High Street, Leatherhead, Surrey KT22 8AE. Drop-in: Mon toThurs 10am - 1pm Appointments: Mon to Thurs 1pm - 4pm. Offer free, confidential, impartial & independent advice on a wide range of subjects. Advice line: 03444 111 444 (Monday - Friday, 10am - 4pm) email: leatherhead@camv.org.uk The Downsmen Male Barbershop Chorus, meets every Wednesday, 7.30 pm at the Methodist Church, Church Road, Leatherhead, KT22 8AY. For singing in close harmony - there’s nothing like it! Just turn up, or contact Gary Score on 01372 275177. New singers welcome. Ashtead WI, Ashtead Peace Memorial Hall, 7.15pm for 7.30pm. “The Power of Colour - It’s Impact on our Lives”. Speaker - Mrs Jo Mabbutt, For info contact Sandra Brown 01372 276736 Ashtead Flower Arrangement Group, Demonstration by Mary Munday “Mother Nature’s Seasonal Delights”. Ashtead Peace Memorial Hall, 1.45pm - 4.30pm. Visitors welcome. Di Stirling 01372 279501 Baby and Toddler Group in Leatherhead Parish Church Hall from 10 - 12noon. Have you just had a baby or moved to the area? If so why not come along to meet some of the other parents/carers and their children. Lots of toys and activities plus a welcome cup of coffee. Just pop in or call Jackie 07764686914 Topic of Cancer is a support group for those with a cancer diagnosis &/or their supporters, The Old Barn Hall, Church Rd, Bookham KT23 3PQ at 7.30pm. Contact details online or just come along to a meeting, www.topicofcancer.org.uk Rotary Club of Leatherhead, Police Federation Headquarters, Highbury Drive, Leatherhead. 7pm-9pm. For more info: Simon Edmands on 07753 821964 The Armada Probus Club. If you are a retired or semi retired gentleman please join us at Tyrrells Wood Golf Club for a 2 course lunch followed by a talk on an interesting subject. We have regular visits to places of interest in the South of England & twice yearly ladies events at the club. The first lunch is free. Annual membership: £20. Secretary Michael Pearce: 01372 459461 or macpearce85@gmail.com Ashtead over 60s Lunch Club meets every Thursday in the Ralli Room APMG, for a freshly prepared hot lunch and dessert. Doors open at 10.30am for a cup of tea or coffee. More information call Brenda (chairman) on 01372 813 276

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Ashtead Art Lovers, 11am & 7.30pm: Van Gogh – his life & works. This talk is aimed at providing a background into the life and influences of this maestro. His early work is what I find particularly interesting as it reflects his interest in social reform. We will examine his first attempts through to his final piece. We shall discuss this over refreshments. £10. 01372 272235 or email ashteadartlovers@gmail.com. melanievtaylor.co.uk

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Tylney Lunch Club for ladies, Leatherhead Leisure Centre. Three course lunch followed by a speaker. Membership is £10per annual & £16 for lunch. Contact Pat Date on 01372 454879 An illustrated talk about tapestries, the ultimate expensive wall decoration in Europe during the medieval period, will be given to The Arts Society Leatherhead at 7.15pm in Leatherhead Parish Church Hall, KT22 8BD. Guests are welcome, for £5 at the door: please contact info@theartssocietyleatherhead.org.uk or Huw Jenkins on 01372 278728 OASIS, fortnightly women’s group at St George’s Church, Ashtead, 9.15am. Each term explores a different topic, led by the Oasis team & guest speakers. All ladies in 20s, 30s & 40s welcome, no charge/no booking required. Maxine Simpson: 01372 272177 or maxinesimpson2003@yahoo.co.uk Ashtead Friday Market, Ashtead Peace Memorial Hall, 9.00am - 12.30pm. Free entry. Lots of stalls, cakes, jewellery, plants, collectables, & more, for the RNLI. Family rhymetime at Leatherhead Library, Church Street KT22 8DP. First come first served. No tickets but maximum of 16 per session owing to limited space. Rhymes for babies and toddlers. For more info email libraries@surreycc.gov.uk Revive Nation is a youth group we run every 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month at Leatherhead Methodist Church, Church Road, Leatherhead from 12.30pm 2.30pm. We play games, we have a pool table and we serve a light lunch for the young people. For more info www.leatherheadmethodist.org. Quaker Meeting. An evening meeting is held on the second Sunday of the month from 6.30 - 7.30 at Park House, Leatherhead, Randall’s Road, Leatherhead, KT22 0AH. All are welcome to join us in exploring a different approach to spiritual worship focusing on silence and stillness. For more info contact Catherine Carr 01483 283693 or catherinemcarr15@gmail.com Leatherhead branch, Royal British Legion, Women’s Section, Leatherhead Community Centre, Kingston Road, 7.00pm, on the 2nd Monday of the month. Interesting speakers & events. For more info or to book: Jane 01372 811422 Bookham Wine Club, Harrison Room, Old Barn Hall, Bookham, 7.30 for 8pm. ‘A Taste of Modern Lebanon’ by Richard Bost. For more info: membership@ bookhamwineclub.org.uk or web www.bookhamwineclub.org.uk Mole Valley WI (Fetcham), Fetcham Village Hall, The Street, KT22 9QS. ‘Resolutions and hanging basket demonstration’ by Stella Phipps. 7.45pm. Meriel Sexton on merielsexton@hotmail.com Ashtead Friendship Centre, Ashtead Peace Memorial Hall, 2.00pm. Annual General Meeting and fish & chip lunch. For more information contact Don Butt 01372 274288.

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Leatherhead U3A’s monthly meeting - and AGM - will be at 2 pm in the United Reformed Church Hall, Epsom Road, Leatherhead KT22 8ST. Callum Russell will tell us about the charity ‘Sight for Surrey’ and its work helping young people. The U3A welcomes anyone no longer in full time employment or raising a family. For more info come along to this meeting or contact us at lhdu3amembers@ gmail.com or check out our website www.leatherheadu3a.org.uk to find details of the many interests we offer & how easy it is to make new friends. Messy Church at Ashtead Baptist Church 192 Barnett Wood Lane KT21 2LW a meeting for families children must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Craft Celebration Meal 4pm-6pm every 3rd Sunday except August Come and Enjoy for more info email Paul and Sue at messychurch.abc@gmail.com. The Probus Club of Ashtead meets at Tyrrell’s Wood Golf Club at 12.30 for its monthly lunch & talk. Speaker Rupert Matthews - The Wreck of the Titanic unsolved riddles & misconceptions. New members welcome. For membership details & other info visit our website www.ashteadprobus.com. Or, contact our Secretary, Stephen Bridges on 07806 791774 or stephen@bridgesuk.com. The Arts Society Ashtead meets, Ashtead Peace Memorial Hall at 10.30am for its regular monthly lecture. Speaker Brian Stater; Photography as Fine Art. Nonmembers and those already on the Waiting List welcome to attend: £5 payable on the door. For info contact Pat Anderson, Membership Secretary, 07958 560707 or pat@glasstower.co.uk. Website www.tas-ashtead.org.uk. “Palestine: Beyond The Wall” - Speaker Janet Parsons, Fetcham U3A 2.30pm St Mary’s Church Hall off The Ridgeway. Visitors & new members welcome. Contact 01372 453959 or www.fetchamu3a.org.uk. Ashtead Townswomen’s Guild, Ralli Room, Ashtead Peace Memorial Hall, Woodfield Ln, Ashtead KT21 2BE, 7.30pm. For more info Di James on 01372 273948. Open meeting of the Ashtead Cancer Group, a support group for cancer patients, their families, friends & carers, providing support. Free. 7pm-9pm 49, St Stephen’s Avenue, Ashtead, KT21 1PJ. Workshops & occasional speakers. 07843 620295, ashteadcancergroup@gmail.com. www.ashteadcancergroup.org New Fire contemporary worship (ecumenical) held at All Saints Cafe, Kingston Road. Coffee from 6.00p.m. Worship 6.30pm. For more info email the info@ allsaintskingston.co.uk or call 020 8546 5964. www.allsaintskingston.co.uk Kingston & District Civil Service Pensioners’ Alliance Group meet at Marion House, Girl Guides Hut, Tadworth Ave, KT3 6DJ, 2-4.15pm. In addition to our main function of keeping in touch with local & national issues concerning pensioners, we arrange a variety of speakers to entertain us. This month we learn all about Community Policing. Brenda Denby, 0208 398 6054/brendadenby@live.co.uk.

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Thursday 2nd MAY 2019

Fashion Show at The Grange, Rectory Ln, Great Bookham, Leatherhead KT23 4DZ. New: a fun evening where people we support model Ikkara clothes and accessories. Tickets £10 including a welcome drink. Buy at Reception or online www.grangecentre. org.uk/events/fashion-show

Saturday 4th MAY 2019

Arts and Craft Market, Leatherhead Swan Centre, High Street, KT22 8AH. Keep up to date via facebook https://www.facebook.com/swancentreleatherhead.

Sunday 5th MAY 2019

11th Bluebell 10K Run, Headley Heath Common Rd, Headley, Epsom KT18 6NN, 10.00am. Whatever your standard, join this fantastic event at Headley Health in aid of Motor Neurone disease association or raise funds for your chosen charity. For more info: www.rotarymidsummer10k.com or contact Adrian O’Loughlin 01483 203748

Tuesday 7th MAY 2019

Lunch at 12.30pm followed by talk. Tony Hoare “Flying High, Papua New Guinea”. Papua New Guinea is famed for its butterflies, birds & tribes. “Lunch & Talk” at FSC Juniper Hall Centre, Mickleham (Satnav RH5 6BZ). £10 Members & £15 Non-members. FoJH Membership is Individual £6/Joint £9/Family £15. For more info contact Suzy Hughes: 01483 281935 or suzy@suzyhughes.co.uk

Sat 11th MAY 2019

Dorking Concertgoers present a Clarinet recital in the Martineau Hall at Dorking Halls, RH4 1SG at 7.30pm given by James Meldrum & Maciej Kassak with music by Gershwin, Piazzola, Debussy, Horowitz & Poulenc. Tickets £19 (students £9.50; under 18s free) from 01306 881717 & 01306 740619

21st - 25th MAY 2019

5 Day Gift Market at Broune Hall, Ewell from 10am - 5pm (4pm Saturday). Stalls are specially selected for: Originality, Quality, Usability, Great Value and Good Service. New Stalls added Daily, plus Collectables. Treat yourself, you are with it! Easy & Cheap Car Parking, Free Entry.

Weds 22nd MAY 2019

Leatherhead Rotary proudly presents British Philharmonic Big Band in Concert at the Leatherhead Theatre, 7 Church St, KT22 8DN at N 7.30pm. Featuring the sensational sounds of the swing music era, plus special guest Frank Cognoscenti returns as Sinatra! Tickets £20 (half price for u18s). All proceeds in Aid of Prostate Cancer UK and the Motor Neurone Disease Association. Box office: 01372 365 141 www.theleatherheadtheatre.com.

Friday 24th MAY 2019

Matthew Bourne’s Swan Lake at The Leatherhead Theatre, 2pm & 7pm. Matthew Bourne’s Swan Lake comes to cinemas with a fresh look for the 21st century. For more information or to book visit www.theleatherheadtheatre.com

If there’s an event in June that you’d like mentioned, please contact Ros (details on p.5) before Friday 10th May.

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Sat 25th MAY 2019

Surrey Philharmonic Orchestra at Ashtead Peace Memorial Hall, Woodfield Ln, Ashtead KT21 2BE, 7.30pm. Conductor Mark Fitz-Gerald, Tchaikovsky Polonaise from Eugene Onegin. Tchaikovsky - Violin Concerto, soloist Joshua Hugo von Bohlen. Schumann - Symphony No. 3 Rhenish. Tickets £14 (U18s/ Students £9) from 01372 275 907 & on the door

25th May 2nd June 2019

Spring Spectacular at Bocketts Farm, Young Street, Fetcham KT22 9BS, 10am - 5.30m. Enjoy Circus Skills Workshop, Craft Corner, Panning for Gold during May half term. For more information visit www.bockettsfarm.co.uk

27th - 31st MAY 2019

Children’s Activities May School Holidays, Leatherhead Swan Centre, High Street, KT22 8AH. Bank Holiday Monday will be an explosion of colour, music & dancing with the Leatherhead Carnival, In the centre we also have appearances from Lloyd Lego & Poppy from Trolls during the day. On Tuesday we have magic shows from Ritchie Ross (4 shows during the day) Wednesday appearances from PJ Mask, things to make & a face painter. Thursday dance & sing sessions. Friday appearances from Pepper Pig & Bing, & also crafts and a face painter More details of times will be on our Facebook page www.facebook.com/swancentreleatherhead.

Thurs 30th MAY 2019

Clandon Regis Charity Golf Day. Described as the friendliest golf club in the area, players at can play the 18 hole, 170m acre parkland site with numerous holes requiring carries over water, navigating dog legs & strategically placed bunkers; a testing day out on the all year round course! Team tickets for 4 are £280 with members rates available too, early meet with breakfast rolls & pre green coffees, play followed by a two course lunch, auction & raffle. All proceeds to Cherry Trees, tickets via events: 01483 222 507

Save the Date in June Sunday 9th JUNE 2019

Leatherhead Duck Race, Down at the River - Being organised by Surrey Hills Radio. 2pm - 5pm.

Friday 14th JUNE 2019

Charity Quiz Night at Ashtead Peace Memorial Hall, Woodfield Ln, Ashtead KT21 2BE at 7.30 (doors open at 6.45) for teams of 6 - 8. The bar will be open and there will be a raffle. Tickets £10, to include light refreshments, are available from the Hall Office - 01372 272921 or Di at 01372 279501. Come & pit your wits against Simon, our excellent Quiz Master!

Sunday 16th JUNE 2019

BOOKHAM OPEN GARDENS 2019 - 10am to 5pm. Tickets on sale from May 20th: £5 in advance, £6 on the day, from the Old Barn Hall, Bookham KT23 3PQ (open Mon, Weds, Fri 9.30am-12noon), The Vineries & other local outlets. You can also buy them at the first garden you visit. Assistance dogs only. www.bookhamopengardens.co.uk or contact Tina Hutton on 01372 457598. All entries appear on a first come, first served basis. Details of the above events are correct at time of print.

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BOOKHAM OPEN GARDENS SUNDAY 16TH JUNE 2019

This year’s event will feature around 12 varied and attractive private gardens (6 new to Open Gardens) where garden owners will give you a warm welcome and provide you with the opportunity to pick up ideas for your own garden or simply enjoy the beautiful surroundings. In addition, we have gardens at The Dawnay School, Gracewell Care Home, the Grange Centre (with its Victorian walled garden) and Little Bookham Allotments. The proceeds from the day go towards the upkeep of our Old Barn Hall. Delicious refreshments will be served there throughout the day and there will also be the opportunity to visit our plant stall and buy a selection of goods from the Bookham Country

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Market stall. Once again there will be a raffle with lots of great prizes. There will be a regular free minibus service to take you between the gardens. Tickets on sale from May 20th: £5 from the Old Barn Hall KT23 3PQ (Mon, Weds, Fri 9.30am12.30pm), the Vineries (event sponsors) & other local outlets, £6 on the day. You can also buy them at the first garden you visit. Assistance dogs only. For more information look for ‘Bookham Open Gardens’ on Facebook, or contact Tina Hutton on 01372 457598 Email: tina.hutton@btinternet.com BOOKHAM COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION Registered Charity No. 1148881

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There is lots of fun to be had at Bocktts Farm this May Half Term, with a jam-packed schedule of events! Try your hand at plate spinning, juggling, diablo and more in Circus Skills Workshops and exciting Circus Shows running all week. Plus, watch the magnificent Birds of Prey flying displays (Tues – Fri only) and join the fun in the Bubble Disco taking place daily. Don’t miss the brand new ‘Animal Discovery Barn’, a huge undercover barn with an

opportunity to meet, feed and learn all about the farm animals. With a full programme of activities including small animal encounters, pony rides, tractor rides, pig racing, gold panning and more plus acres of indoor play and outdoor adventure, you can be sure of a great day out, whatever the weather! For more information about this event visit our website www.bockettsfarm.co.uk

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What’s On It’s not just the Spring weather that’s hotting up, so too are the activities of The Arts Society Ashtead.

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For further information about the society & the programme for next year, take a look at our website www.tas-ashtead.org.uk

We are looking forward to our May lecture, on Photography as Fine Art, and to our June lecture on Architectural Trompe L’Oeil. In mid April, 49 members embarked on the first of our two cultural tours planned for this year. This was a three day visit to the historic city of Lincoln, also taking in en route the town of Stamford, Burghley House, and the National Memorial Arboretum. Our second tour will be to Vienna, in September. Our programme of four visits will also be kicking off, with a trip to Standen and Saint Hill Manor on 9th May, and to Taplow Court and Dorney Court on 12th June. As always further information can be found on our splendid website (www.tas-ashtead.org.uk). Why not call in to one of our monthly lectures at the Peace Memorial Hall (3rd Tuesday at 09.30 for coffee, lecture at 10.30) where you will find a welcoming and friendly atmosphere. Visitor’s fee is £5, but first-timers are welcome as our guest.

THE WOODFIELD ENTERTAINERS PRESENTS

‘Crime and Rhythm’ Treasure Island Pantomime December 2018

Ashtead’s very own entertainment group, The Woodfield Entertainers, returns this May to entertain you all with a two part show called Crime and Rhythm. The first act is a Murder Mystery. A small village is the centre of attention where a mysterious death takes place. The second act is pure entertainment full of songs, dances and sketches. As well as all this entertainment you are treated to a light supper during the interval, where you have a chance to try and work out who did the deadly dead.

Show times: 16th, 17th & 18th May 2019 - 7.30pm (doors open at 7pm & there is a fully licenced bar) Tickets: £12tables are set for 8 - no need to buy 8 you can have as little or as many tickets you need. Box Office: 07941 105 612 Website: www.woodfieldentertainers.co.uk Venue: Ashtead Peace Memorial Hall, Woodfield Lane, Ashtead KT21 2BE

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BIBLE TALKS You are warmly invited to attend our

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THE TITLES FOR THE NEXT 2 MONTHS ARE: MAY 12 The Bible teaching about saints 19 Why only one Bible but many religions? 26 A true Christian needs to start a new life JUNE 9 How can we be sure that God exists? 16 The resurrection of Jesus - fact or fiction? 23 The rapture is not found in the Bible 30 Can we take the Bible literally? There will be plenty of opportunity for discussion If you are unable to attend, you can send for a free CD or attachment of the talks and relevant literature to: biblestudy4U@btinternet.com or Freepost RSEZ-KXRB-EKRX, Biblestudy, Bracknell, RG12 9YZ Ashtead & Leatherhead local - May 2019 55

Back By Popular Demand â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Sold Out Last Year! Leatherhead Rotary proudly presents

British Philharmonic BIG BAND in Concert Featuring the sensational sounds of the swing music era Plus special guest Frank Cognoscenti returns as Sinatra!

LEATHERHEAD THEATRE Wednesday, May 22 at 7.30pm All Proceeds In Aid of Prostate Cancer UK and the Motor Neurone Disease Association

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(Half price for Under 18s) from Theatre Box Office 01372 365141 or www.theleatherheadtheatre.com* from Gary Zabel 01372 800810 garyzabel@ntlworld.com or any Leatherhead Rotary member Box office tickets subject to 50p Restoration Levy

Leatherhead Rotary Registered Charity No: 1032183, Prostate Cancer UK Registered Charity No: 1005541, MND Association Registered Charity No: 294354

Could Sailing Float your boat? SUCCESSFUL LOCAL CLUB WELCOMES NEW MEMBERS

After a fantastic response last year the Channel Sailing Club in Ashtead is again throwing open its boats for new members to go yachting. It is joining the Royal Yachting Association’s prestigious ‘Push the Boat Out’ campaign in May. This year the club’s initiative is aimed not just at people keen to try sailing for the first time, but also those who want to return to the sport as well as dinghy sailors thinking of moving to bigger boats. The Channel Sailing Club welcomes those who might like to enjoy a ‘taster day’ on a yacht in the Solent - completely free of charge. You don’t have to be a member of our friendly club, but we hope you will join if you like your experience on board. If you’re interested in our ‘Push the Boat Out’ programme come along to one of our Wednesday social evenings in May. We meet at 8pm at Ashtead Cricket Club in Woodfield Lane, Ashtead KT21 2BJ. The RYA’s Push the Boat Out is about getting out on the water and discovering sailing near you. Nearly 400 UK venues are involved with Push The Boat Out 2019, offering an opportunity to experience the joy of sailing or windsurfing in May. The Channel Sailing Club was launched more than 40 years ago in Ashtead by a group of sailors who lived in or nearby the area.

Most members’ yachts are on the south coast, principally in the Solent, where exciting racing and friendly cruises take place. The Channel Sailing Club is aimed at sailors of all abilities, from novices to salty sea dogs. And you don’t have to own a boat to be a member. It aims to provide experience at sea and be a vital meeting point for people who either love sailing or want to learn. Many of the 190 members - who live far and wide - have gained RYA qualifications at the club. Membership is just £30 a year and newcomers are offered friendly guidance from an experienced member who can explain what goes on, answer queries and help make introductions to other members. While there are about 50 members with boats, many people happily sign up as crew for lively racing and relaxed cruising events along the south coast. Sailing activities include: * Social rallies, typically in ‘home waters’ that include a BBQ or dinner in a yacht club. * Experience weekends which involve structured activities such as helming, mooring and safety awareness. * A thrilling yacht racing programme. We also help members join in non-club events such as the famous Round the Island race. Come along to see why we are so successful! For more details visit: www.channelsailingclub.org

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In association with Claremont Fan Court School

Queen Victoria’s 200th Birthday Celebration

Saturday 25 May 2019 Retrace the steps of royalty and explore the Claremont Estate with tours of the National Trust Landscape Gardens and Claremont Mansion* *(tickets sold separately)

Claremont Landscape Garden Guided tours at 10.30am and 2.00pm (1.5 hours). £5 per person (plus admission). Book online: nationaltrust.org.uk/claremont-landscape-garden Claremont Fan Court School Mansion Guided tours at 11:30am, 12:45pm and 2.30pm (1 hour), self tours also available. £7 per person. Book online: claremontfancourt.co.uk/events

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gets back off the ground! Hill Rotary Club), whose faith sadly could not save him on this occasion. This left the remaining two contestants, Maria von Trapp, played by Adrian O’Loughlin from Leatherhead Rotary Club, and Isambard Kingdom Brunel, played by Mark Cooper from Coulsdon Manor Rotary Club, to go head-to-head in a final one-minute round before taking questions from the audience. After a closely-fought and Very kindly sponsored by well-argued battle for survival, On Wednesday 13th March 2019, over 80 a final vote saw the former nun turned governess sent members, partners and friends from seven Rotary tumbling to the ground, singing all the way, leaving clubs across northeast Surrey attended a special the 19th century engineering giant to float safely back event organised by Leatherhead Rotary Club at down to ‘terra firma’ as the winner! Event organiser and Master of Ceremonies, Simon Betchworth Park Golf Club near Dorking. Whatever standard, join thismeal, fantastic event athe Headley Heath* in how aid of Edmands, said was delighted with well the After enjoying your an excellent three-course everyone present was richly entertained with a evening had gone, adding “This event used to be special balloon debate, which saw three famous organised every year for almost twenty years by Reigate people, played by representatives from three of the Hill Rotary Club before they sadly disbanded in 2015, seven clubs, in the basket of an imaginary hot-air so it was great to be able to get it back ‘off the ground’ (pause for laughter) and hopefully re-establish it as an balloon falling rapidly to earth. Having each been given four minutes in the first annual event.” round and a subsequent two minutes in the second Leatherhead Rotary Club meets at 7.00pm most or raise for funds for your chosenevenings charity at the Police Federation Wednesday round to put forward their argument not being Headquarters in Highbury Drive, Leatherhead. thrown from the balloon basket to almost certainand Further details entry forms at death, their fate was then decided by a vote from www.rotarymidsummer10k.com or www.209events.com For further information the club and its wide the audience. First Adrian to be thrown overboard(01483 was the203748) or contact O’Loughlin or 2:09 Eventsabout (01252 373797) Reverend John Scott, Nelson’s Chaplain on board range of community, fundraising and social activities, *By kind permission Thecontact National Trust please Simon Edmands on 07753 821964 or HMS Victory, played by… the Reverend John of leatherheadrotary@gmail.com. Scott from the Phoenix Club (formerly Reigate

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From 1st to 7th July, The Royal Horticultural Society’s (RHS) largest flower festival will return to the grounds of Hampton Court Palace. With an abundance of beautiful gardens and plants on display, the festival will bring together thoughtprovoking designs to highlight the power of plants alongside plenty of inspiration for visitors to grow a garden they love. A new Global Impact Gardens category will address challenges we face in today’s world through plants and design, whether they are social, economic or environmental issues, with this year welcoming two first time designers. The Forest Will See You Now by Michelle Brandon will highlight the benefits of trees, recreating a forest contained in an oversized packet of pills as it champions nature as a medicine in the 21st century. Also demonstrating how nature is imperative to happiness in a digital age, Seonaid Royall’s Believe in Tomorrow will reconnect children with nature. Other gardens will embrace sustainability. Designer Tony Woods and Thames Water will highlight the need to take care of our water resource. The Thames

Water Flourishing Future Garden will demonstrate how gardeners can encourage biodiversity, reduce water use and prevent flooding. Last year’s Best in Show designer Matthew Childs will also highlight the environmental benefits of getting a Smart Meter with Smart Energy GB. The RHS Hampton Court Palace Garden Festival will run from 1 – 7 July. The exclusive Preview Evening* held on Monday 1 July is the perfect opportunity for those wanting to be one of the first to experience this year’s gardens. For further information or to buy tickets, please visit the RHS website at www.rhs.org.uk/hamptoncourt

COMPETITION TIME: A fabulous chance to win a pair of tickets to Hampton Court Flower Show for Ashtead and Leatherhead Local readers. Just answer the following question:

Whose garden will reconnect children with nature? Email your answers to ros@looklocalmagazine.co.uk, before 14/05/19 - winners announced in our June edition.

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Repair & Fresh New Look for Leatherhead’s High Street Feature Working together, Mole Valley District Council & Surrey County Council have recently completed works to repair the pedestrian ramp & ornamental ironwork feature on Leatherhead High Street.

Councillor Simon Edge, Cabinet Member for Prosperity said, “We are delighted that this High Street feature has been much improved. The ramp surrounding the beautiful iron works created by local artist Lucy Quinnell of Leatherhead’s Fire and Iron Gallery has in recent years, been difficult to keep in repair. It was letting the town and artwork down and the broken tiles were a safety issue. The ramp has been given a much needed interim repair in response to community and business concerns. “We worked closely with our colleagues at Surrey County Council to see these works completed. Mole Valley District Council used developer contributions to pay 50% of the costs and Surrey County Council funded the balance through the Mole Valley Local Committee and managed the contracted works. The works, included removal of the slate panels, many of which were damaged or missing, and their replacement with a simple, easily maintained, painted render. The works also included some minor drainage improvements and a pressure wash of the Yorkstone paving.

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“We are pleased that the ramp is now a safer and more attractive feature of Leatherhead’s High Street. These works were a necessary cost-effective interim solution whilst medium to long-term plans are agreed for Leatherhead’s Town Centre as part of the wider Transform Leatherhead initiatives.” Mole Valley Local Committee Chairman and SCC Councillor for Leatherhead and Fetcham East, Tim Hall added, “Transform Leatherhead is a long term project. This repair, 50% of which was funded through the Mole Valley Local Committee revenue maintenance budget, is an investment in the street scene at the High Street/Bridge Street and North Street Junction for the short to medium term, which is an important gateway and centre point to the Town. All the research shows that a better street scene adds to the footfall and viability for a town like Leatherhead. So this is aimed to boost confidence in the town.” Find out more about Transform Leatherhead at www.transformleatherhead.com.

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FETCHAM VILLAGE W.I. MARCH REPORT Although eight of our members were unable to Biff Raven-Hill talking about Ladybird books. attend the March meeting, we were delighted Dorking Halls Annual Meeting was well attended to welcome Mrs. Jill Elliott, good friend of the and a full on but enjoyable day. Fetcham Village ladies, being W.I. Advisor, and A Covent Garden safari tempted Pat, Janice and a huge source of advice and Rosemary and they met up with encouragement over many years. several W.I. members and had a We also hosted four visitors. guided tour which included the After the main Agenda we Royal Opera House. Yoga class, listened to a talk about the Knit and natter, Village Hall Orpheus Centre interspersed meeting, and speakers auditions with three songs performed by at Betchworth saw us through the Angus. For anyone responsible Representatives of the Orpheus Centre remaining days. for bookings this event is well We meet at 7.30 pm on the recommended. Pat and Janice’s soup and pan- first Wednesday of the month (except August) cake lunch on the 8th was as good and as tasty as in Fetcham Village Hall. New for April is Jane’s ever, and the winner of the lucky ticket had the pub lunch, Sheila will be promoting her annual price of her meal refunded. The Emlyn Downs auction, we will be celebrating our 64th birthday, lunch at the Old Barn Hall also very enjoyable and Jonathan Jones will be speaking as if Rudyard with speaker Kipling. Do come and see. MAUREEN WEBB

ASHTEAD W.I. APRIL MEETING REPORT It was a very cosy April gathering as we were back in the Ralli Room for a one-off meeting, and again we welcomed another new member to Ashtead W.I. Many of us had very much enjoyed the wonderful ‘Calendar Girls, The Musical’ recently, a hilarious and thought-provoking afternoon together, and we have Hatfield House to look forward to later this month. Also, Ashtead were pleased to announce that one of our members, Carol Day, would be the new Emlyn Downs Convenor. There will soon be a new members evening, and plans are in place for Ashtead Village day in June. It seems we can all agree that ‘Everyone Has a Story to Tell’, the subject of this evening’s speaker Pat Mitchinson. Pat had worked for the BBC and helped arrange the origins of the very popular series Who Do You Think You Are? from its very early days as a magazine recording family history reminiscences. When the TV programme was planned, few celebrities were interested in appearing, though of course were applying in great numbers as it very quickly took off, but none of the participants are told in advance about what has been found. Pat reminded us of some highlights, such as Frank Gardner being traced back to William the Conqueror, and Danny Dyer being directly descended from Edward III, though many were much less fortunate. Tracing histories is extremely time-consuming, it takes a researcher at least a year of research for each celebrity shown and of course we were intrigued to hear about some of the secrets and scandals which had arisen during all the research. Some members will now be looking at the BBC website for hints & tips on how to go about our own family history. After our break we had information on our sub-groups, Easter raffle, and a reminder that there would be a book stall at our next meeting in the main hall on 1st May, 7.15 for 7.30 when our speaker will be Mrs Jo Mabbutt on ‘The Power of Colour – its Impact on our Lives’. FROM SANDRA BROWN

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MOLE VALLEY W.I. APRIL MEETING REPORT Our meeting was opened by Anne Layman who welcomed two visitors. There were reports from recent events which had been enjoyed and an update on future trips. We have outings going to The Houses of Parliament, a City Safari and Hirst Castle which includes a stop in the New Forrest for afternoon tea. Our Homecraft group had a Quilling evening a new skill for most of us but very enjoyable. We were also advised that the Leatherhead Operatic Society are performing a musical based on Jack the Ripper! Our speaker for the evening, Graham Horn, enlightened us on “Tales of a Blue Badge Guide”. Graham focused on the training required which takes 18 months, 500 hours of study and

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Princess Alice Hospice extends helping hand for bereaved people, thanks to Surrey Freemasons

People dealing with loss and grief will be able to access new bereavement services across Surrey, thanks to a generous grant from Surrey Freemasons. Following bereavement, even with support from family and friends, people often feel lonely with no one to talk to. Until now the Hospice’s 1:1 and group bereavement support has been available only to the loved ones of people cared for by the Hospice. It has become apparent the need is greater than that; most people do not need 1:1 support, they just need someone to talk to. That is why the Hospice is nurturing and growing a Community Bereavement Support service open to everyone. This service will be developed in collaboration with the people using it and delivered across the Hospice’s 600sq mile care area, at a range of times and locations, by trained and supported volunteers. Princess Alice Hospice will work in partnership with local community groups to create a sustainable network of community bereavement support providers, with the ambition that any bereaved person in the care area will be able to access the social support they need. The £20,000 grant to Princess Alice Hospice from Surrey Freemasons comes through the Masonic

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Charitable Foundation (MCF), and Hospice UK collaboration, which is funded by Freemasons, their families and friends from across England and Wales. Rosie Noble, Princess Alice Hospice Families’ and Carers’ Lead, said: “We’re very grateful to Surrey Freemasons for their generous grant, which will enable us to open up more bereavement opportunities across our area to include people whose loved ones were not under our care.” Ian Chandler the Head of Surrey Freemasons said: “I’m very pleased we’ve been able to assist Princess Alice Hospice. They do an outstanding job helping people with terminal or life limiting conditions, as well as supporting their families through very difficult times”. £300,000 is being provided to individual hospices across England and Wales via Hospice UK, the national charity for hospice care. MCF is partnering with Hospice UK to develop and extend bereavement support services in hospices. Last year, the partnership funded nine grants and this year this has risen to 17. Contributions from Freemasons to hospices have exceeded £13 million in England and Wales since 1984 and are continuing to increase at a rate of £600,000 a year.

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Working Towards a Sustainable Ashtead Making new Connections Two years ago, I began making connections as to how my behaviour affected our world and started to reduce my impact on our planet. In 1950, the population of 2.5 billion produced 1.5 million tons of plastic. In 2016, 7 billion people produced over 320 million tons. It is estimated that only 9% of all plastic ever made has been recycled, the rest still exists. I started cutting out obvious plastic by buying from farm shops and avoiding packaged products like crisps, yogurts and bottled drinks, buying plastic-free alternatives where I could, giving up what I couldn’t. Having milk delivered to the door to avoid single use plastic bottles. I still couldn’t avoid it, wholefoods, personal care or cleaning products came with pointless packaging and single-use plastic. I couldn’t find anywhere to buy sustainably locally so I thought about how to start my own shop selling them. I researched the products I wanted to offer and looked for local suppliers, got them onboard and encouraged them to reassess how they packaged their products. I soon understood that the problem was bigger than just plastic. Humans are having a significant impact on all aspects of the environment. Climate Change is happening, and it is caused in the main by deforestation, farm animals (mainly cows and sheep) and the mining and use of fossil fuels. Trees are being felled in the Amazon rainforests to provide land for increased beef production at a rate of 27 football fields a minute. This reduces the planet’s capacity to remove harmful gases whilst increasing levels of methane and speeding the loss of bio-diversity in the area. Between 1990 and 2016, 500,000 sq. miles of forest were lost, an area bigger than South Africa. Statistics from 2017 indicate the UK should be able to meet its energy demand by using greener sources; a third of energy used was generated cleanly. The government however has stripped back green incentives and instead they are planning to mine more fossil fuels and increase nuclear power generation. The human population has increased by 130% over the last 50 years, yet freshwater fish and land species have declined (0% and >50% respectively) and 40% of the natural forests have been repurposed for agriculture. Not only are there more of us, but we also each consume more than we used to. Ultimately, my aim is to create a better future for my son. It is currently projected that by the time he is in his late thirties, there will be water shortages, food shortages, dead oceans, polluted air, ozone depletion, global warming, civil unrest, species extinction and humans themselves could be facing their own extinction. I am hoping the words written here inspire you to make changes, making your own connections and see that we can all make a difference to the future for generations to come. Tracey Armston-Harwood - Proprietor of Fetch’em from the Cupboard website: www.transitionashtead.org.uk email: info@transitionashtead.org.uk

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Family Gardening Festival Returns

TO RHS GARDEN WISLEY

Green-fingered half term fun from 25 May to 2 June 2019

The Family Gardening Festival is back at RHS Garden Wisley this May half term (25 May-2 June), with a variety of gardening themed activities set to entertain. Throughout half term there will be: an interactive Music Maze playground, with percussion instruments made from entirely recycled materials; wildlife themed sculptures from the Surrey Sculpture Park; microscopes for visitors to take a close look at tropical butterflies, woodlice and ladybirds; and the Laura Wall ‘Goose’ Trail, encouraging children to go on an adventure with the lovable Goose character to look for birds and shapes in the clouds and to splash in puddles. From 25 to 27 May, there will be a variety of wildlife themed activities, including mini pond making demonstrations, a lion and tiger LEGO® ‘make and take’ workshop, RSPB bird spotting walks, and a bookable Goose reading and drawing workshop with Laura Wall (26-27 May). From 28 to 29 May, there will be flower-power themed activities, including forest bathing, seed sowing, pot decorating, and floral arrangement workshops by renowned florist Jonathon Moseley, with a Tudor-

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inspired twist. From 30 May to 2 June, there will be plot-to-plate themed activities to inspire young visitors to get handson in the mud kitchen and mini sensory gardens, plus take part in bookable Grow, Cook, Enjoy! workshops. Throughout the week, RHS Garden Wisley will host local societies, such as Surrey Bees, the National Vegetable Society and Hedgehog Society, who will be sharing inspiring information and providing fun activities. Belinda Betts, Head of Site at RHS Garden Wisley, said: “The Family Gardening Festival provides the perfect opportunity for families to get back to nature. Here at RHS Garden Wisley, we have planned a whole host of greenfingered inspired fun to encourage everyone to discover the benefits of gardening and spending time together in the great outdoors.” Normal garden entry applies; events and activities are suitable for all the family. For further information, visit www.rhs.org.uk/gardens/wisley. Wisley, Woking, Surrey, GU23 6QB. 01483 224234

Become a Volunteer! Be part of their story Can you spare some time to inspire Ashtead girls? Girlguiding is the leading charity for girls and young women in the UK. Our volunteers do amazing things – it isn’t just about camp fires and helping girls to get their new badge. It’s about empowering girls to find their voice and be their best. Do something for you and your community Guiding has been part of Ashtead for the past 100 years and we’d like to see it continue for another 100 years. Volunteering is flexible and can be arranged to fit around a busy lifestyle. Do something amazing, help us give girls in Ashtead more opportunities for fun, friendship, challenge and adventure. Rainbows, Brownies and Guides are all run by people like you; it requires no special skills just time and patience.

Join us today Contact Denise at ashteaddc@outlook.com

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ASHTEAD LIBRARY Woodfield Lane, Ashtead, KT21 2BQ Tel: 0300 200 1001 Email: ashtead.library@surreycc.gov.uk Website: www.surreycc.gov.uk/libraries OPENING HOURS Monday: 10am-1pm & 2pm-5pm Tuesday: 10am-1pm & 2pm-5pm Thursday: 10am-1pm & 2pm-5pm Friday: 10am-1pm & 2pm -5pm Saturday: 9.30am-5pm

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Are you aware we have a Digital Buddy every Thursday 2-4pm? A digital buddy is able to help with computer queries, using the branch PC, their own laptop or tablet. If you would like any computer related help, then please book a slot at the desk or ring 0300 200 1001 and ask for Ashtead Library. Weekly Rhymetime Session: This is a great opportunity to have fun with your baby/toddler through rhythm, actions and singing and introduce children to all the library has to offer. The Rhymetime session is available on Friday 10:15am for 30mins. Places are limited so please arrive early. Bus Timetables have finally arrived! Pop in and pick one up from Ashtead Library.

Please be aware that we shall be closed on Monday 6th May and Monday 27th May. Keep an eye on our twitter account @AshteadLibrary for upcoming events and activities.

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Did you know…? May is National Share-a-Story Month! We have a varied collection of board books and picture books perfect for sharing with your children, grandchildren, nephews and nieces! If you’re not already a member of Surrey Libraries, it’s free to join and adults and children can borrow up to 20 books for 3 weeks, which can be renewed up to 5 times. Come to the library to register and discover new stories to share! eNews - Would you like help using computers and the internet? We have a Digital Buddy available at the library every Wednesday 10am - 12noon offering free, one to one support. You can use a branch PC or bring in your own laptop or tablet.

Book a session at the helpdesk or call 0300 200 1001 and ask for Leatherhead Library. Surrey Day - Join us on Saturday 4th May to celebrate Wildlife in Surrey, as part of the first official ‘Surrey Day’. Keep an eye on our social media accounts - Facebook @LeatherheadLibrary and Twitter @LeatherheadLib - for more information. Board Game Club - We have a new Board Game Club launching at Leatherhead Library on Friday 26th April, 2pm - 3pm. This will continue on the last Friday of every month. No need to book, just turn up! For more information, ask a member of staff in the library.

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Dog Safety 2019

The internet and social media can offer a frenzy of scare stories of people stealing/poisoning dogs and it is not uncommon for the police to receive calls from dog owners worried about stories of travelling criminals targeting dogs or leaving chalk marks outside properties where there are dogs inside. Wellmeaning people share these stories to make others aware but, sadly, often only spread “urban myths” that cause dog owners unnecessary stress and anxiety. Here are some basic precautions that dog-owners should always consider:• Never leave your pet tied-up unattended; such as outside shops for example. • Make sure your dog is wearing a collar and ID tag when in a public place, as you are now required to do by law. Include your surname, telephone number, address and full post code and if there’s room, put ‘microchipped’ on the tag if your dog has a chip. • Ensure your dog can be permanently identified by its microchip or tattoo. A microchip is normally sufficient to identify your pet if it does become lost or stolen. • Ask your vet to check your dog’s microchip every year to ensure your details are accurate and up-todate. • Clean tattoos with surgical spirit regularly. • From 6 April 2016, all dogs must be microchipped and registered to an approved database by the time

they are eight weeks old. Puppies can usually be microchipped from four weeks of age depending on their size, so ensure this is done as soon as possible. • Keep all documentation relating to your dog(s) in a safe place. Include clear photos of front and side profiles of your dog. Make a note or take a picture of any unusual markings. • Be cautious when choosing someone who will care for your dog(s) while you are at work, in hospital or on holiday. Be clear about when the dog will be handed over and who will collect it. • Use a registered boarding kennel or professional dog carer with documentation to this effect unless you know someone who is trustworthy that will care for your dog in your absence. • Train your dog not to go out of your sight on walks. Use an extending lead if the dog does not comply. Vary your walk times and routes. • Beware of strangers who show interest in your dog and never give any details about your dog. Don’t allow strangers to have their photograph taken with your dog. • Ensure your garden or yard is secure. Check it regularly for wear and tear or gaps. It should keep your dog in and trespassers out. Keep your dog in view when it goes out into the garden and don’t leave it unattended. Also - some more generic advice about staying safe can be found here www.surrey.police.uk/cp/crime-prevention/ violence/stay-safe/ Basically subject areas include - Be prepared; Be assertive; Be aware; Trust your instincts; Make a plan; Be vigilant. Also, here is the link to all the information available on the Mole Valley District Council website w w w. m o l e v a l l e y. g o v. u k / i n d e x . cfm?articleid=17765

NEIL CLARKE, 13362 CRIME REDUCTION ADVISOR EASTERN DIVISION

useful numbers Ashtead Art Group 01737 357263 (Jenny Lister) Ashtead Bowling Club 01372 802421 (Pamela Bennett) Ashtead Cancer Group ashteadcancergroup@gmail.com Ashtead Chess Club 01372 813487 (Richard Jones) Ashtead Choral Society 01372 278852 (Anne Bailey) Ashtead Community Vision 07530 373975 (Andy Ellis) Ashtead Cricket Club 01372 276286 (Sarah Culhane) Over 60s Lunch Club 01372 813276 or 375640 The Arts Society Ashtead 01372 275605 (Pat Anderson) Ashtead Flower Arrangement Group 01372 279501 (Di Stirling) Ashtead Friendship Centre 01372 274288 (Don Butt) Ashtead Good Neighbours 07752 665066 Ashtead Horticultural Society 01372 373348 (Jennie Pilfold) Ashtead Library 0300 200 1001 Ashtead Peace Memorial Hall 01372 272921 Ashtead Players/Young Players 01372 279614 Ashtead Residents’ Association 07804 026577 (Glynis Peterkin) Ashtead Squash & Tennis Club 01372 272215 Ashtead Tennis Players Club 01372 721104 Ashtead Townswomen’s Guild 01372 273948 (Di James)

Ashtead Women’s Institute 01372 276736 (Sandra Brown) Carers’ Support Mole Valley 01306 640212 Childline 0800 1111 Citizens’ Advice Bureau 03 444 111 444 Cruse Bereavement Care 020 8393 7238 Electricity (UK Power Networks) 0800 783 8866 (powercut info line) Epsom General Hospital 01372 735735 Fetcham Residents’ Association 07833 620 744 for all enquiries Fetcham Singers (ladies’ choir) 01372 276736 (Sandra Brown) Gas (Transco) 0800 111999 (minicom/textphone for deaf/hard of hearing 0800 371787) The Arts Society Leatherhead 01372 278738 (Huw Jenkins) Leatherhead Choral Society 01372 376831 (Sue Foulsham) Leatherhead & District Angling Society 01372 377654 Leatherhead Helpshop 01372 363385 Leatherhead Community Association 01372 360508 Leatherhead Horticultural Society 01372 373493 (David Wells) Leatherhead Leisure Centre 01372 377674 Leatherhead Library 0300 200 1001 Leatherhead Lions Club 01372 274618 (Jim Malynn) Leatherhead Museum 01372 386348

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Leatherhead Podiatry............................................38

Amanda Fashions................................................ 6/7

Maggie May Therapy............................................32

Ashtead Cobblers & Locksmiths...........................17

Margaret Spice - Counsellor..................................32

Ashtead Old Paths................................................55

Mark Adams Decorating Services..........................74

Ashtead Trees & Gardens......................................74

MD Edwards & Son.............................................73

Aspen Live in Care................................................36

MPS Garden & Estate Machinery.........................95

Astek Dental Centre.............................................37

Orchard Cottage Dental Surgery...........................33

Astral Glazing Solutions........................................69

Ovens ‘n’ Stuff......................................................23

Babes on the Run.................................................36

Ovens to New.......................................................21

Bible Talks............................................................55

Pullen Plumbing Services......................................86

Boardman, Gelly & Co.........................................79

R&B Carpentry....................................................86

Bocketts Farm.......................................................53

Ralls IT Hardware & IT Support..........................28

Bonnie Dogs Grooming Parlour............................20

Road Trippers.......................................................19

Bookham Carpet Company..................................18

Roofcraft of Surrey...............................................71

Bruce’s Doggy Day Care.......................................22

Roofs of Esher......................................................85

BWB Builders.......................................................75

Roxley Models......................................................24

Cairds Estate Agents...............................................3

Saffron Interiors....................................................81

Carol J Curtains...................................................21

SAS Roofing & Building Ltd................................81

Carpets 4U...........................................................11

Suddies Kitchen Appliances..................................25

Classic Home Care Services..................................35

Surrey Hills Mindfulness.......................................32

Cosy Flooring.......................................................23

Surrey PC Tech.....................................................29

Cranleigh Aerials..................................................19

Surrey Roofing Group...........................................79

CT Cars...............................................................41

Tec-Res Computers & Technology...................26/27

Davis Property Maintenance.................................21

Tekmate Computers & Technology.......................29

DB Garden Services..............................................95

Tendacare.............................................................32

Dream Doors........................................................83

The Black Dog Gallery..........................................63

Family Wills Surrey...............................................25

The Grange Centre...............................................39

Fire & Iron Gallery...............................................63

The Leatherhead Theatre Art Gallery.....................63

First Choice Cleaners Ltd.....................................21

The Memory Book Company...........................76/77

Garden Force........................................................93

The Red House Care Home....................................2

Hartfield House Care Home.................................31

The Vineries Garden Centre.............................66/67

Hounds Around...................................................23

TWM Solicitors......................................................9

HRS Roofing........................................................75

WA Truelove & Son Ltd.......................................22

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