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Hello, Cobham!
I do hope you all enjoyed a peaceful Easter break. It’s good to be enjoying these lighter evenings and feeling a little more summery, isn’t it? And with more Bank Holidays to enjoy, we welcome the month of May! I am happy to share a wonderful visit to fine fettle in nearby Bookham with you; fine fettle offers a whole selection of therapists and treatments. I was spoilt rotten and enjoyed every minute of it! I am delighted to welcome back guest writer, Henry Turner; this month, Henry visited some local churches and tells us all about The Churches Conservation Trust local tour he attended recently. St Andrew’s Primary School opened its doors recently and invited a selection of guests to view their newly-refurbished premises. As well as enjoying a guided tour and seeing all the changes which have taken place, it was lovely to meet lots of the children and find out all about their brilliant Activity Hour.
I hope you enjoy our May issue! Wishing you all a great month, Ros x
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28 25 Features and Articles Finefettle therapist .......................... 20 St Andrew’s Activity Hour .................. 25 Historical Church Tours .................... 28 Green Flag community award ........ 38 What’s Cooking? ........................... 40 Gardening feature .......................... 44 What’s on at Painshill Park ........... 48 Computer tips ................................... 50 Medical Matters ................................ 56 What’s on in Cobham? ...................... 52 A Good Read .................................... 54 Transition Cobham ........................... 60
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REFLEXOLOGY AND
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ticklish as I originally thought it might be, just very soothing. Tara gave me a fantastic treatment and I found myself deeply relaxed by the end. Highly recommended for anyone who is stressed or simply needs to relax for whatever reason. The second treatment was a totally new experience for me and to be honest, I couldn’t quite imagine what it was going to be like. A No-Hands Massage: ‘deeply soothing, using long, slow arm, shoulder and knee movements that penetrate deeply into the body tissue.’ Tara explained that she is able to use mainly her forearms to cover a wider surface area than if she used just her hands, as in a conventional massage, thus stimulating more nerves and increasing the benefits of the massage as a whole. Weight is transferred gently and slowly, giving a systemic effect on the whole body and mind. I was encouraged to concentrate on breathing in and out as Tara applied (comfortable) pressure, and to feel and concentrate on the sensations,
which aids relaxation. Finally, I had to think about releasing tension; this is done when you breathe out and it really did make a difference. This was like no other massage I have ever experienced. It was brilliantly relaxing, and the use of forearms actually makes so much sense, as a larger surface area of contact spreads the pressure and heightens the pleasure. At the end of the treatment, Tara encourages you to take a little walk around the room to register exactly how you feel. I felt a definite release of tension: my shoulders were no longer tight and I felt very relaxed. I also slept very soundly that night. This massage is highly recommended. Tara provides friendly and professional
treatments with a lovely big Irish smile :-) It is really worthwhile to take some time out of your busy week and enjoy a little ‘me time’. Our bodies really need to be given time to just relax and I can’t think of a better way to achieve this. Thank you so much, Tara, it was such fun meeting you and the treatments were fantastic. I will certainly be revisiting you very soon for some more of the same, please! To find out more about these two treatments, visit Tara’s website :
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ST ANDREW’S SCHOOL On 25th March, St Andrew’s School in Cobham welcomed guests to an afternoon event to celebrate their recent quarter of a million pound refurbishment and also to showcase their wonderful Activity Hour. Guests included the Mayor and Mayess of Elmbridge and a number of representatives from the local community, businesses, churches and other local schools too. Headteacher Andrew Tulloch welcomed everyone, and guests enjoyed refreshments in the school hall as he spoke about the amazing transformation the school has recently undergone. I must say that everywhere looked fresh and bright: the refurbishments had certainly had a very positive impact on the school. Projects included more facilities for outside learning, and the school is very proud of its improved sports facilities and producegrowing areas, as well as the pond and raised beds. Inside, there have been changes to a number of classrooms, and some very nice cooking facilities are now available for the children to bake and prepare foodregularly. Pizza was being made when we visited! For the last hour of each day, all children at the school take part in ‘Activity Hour’ which includes a whole array of activities, such as music, sport, gardening, production of a school magazine, and a chess group. Over the period of the school term, groups move around and try different activities on offer. Everyone was having a great time! St Andrew’s is a really lovely school, and now, with all these fantastic improvements, it offers an even nicer environment for each child to maximize his/her learning experiences. If you would like to visit the school, I am very sure you would be warmly welcomed. Thank you very much, St Andrew’s, for inviting Look Local to your celebration, it’s always a pleasure to visit you all.
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HISTORIC CHURCH TOURS 2014 The Church Conservation Trust, a charity that maintains old churches no longer in use, is hoping to invigorate Britain’s interest in exploring the hidden historical gems around us by organising several tours through May to October across the country. I was offered the chance to investigate Surrey’s “Lords and Gentry” tour and visit three of the four churches, each sharing historical links to the aristocracy, that
participants would visit by coach. The tour’s first destination is the village of Albury. Nestled within the grounds of the imposing mansion is the small Saxon church of St Peter & St Paul. Surrounded by grass and sporting an original medieval porch, it looks idyllic. I met local volunteer Daphne Foulsham, who took me into the church through its huge original door. Stepping through, it felt like
I’d travelled back in time. The church was a bright and open space, made airy by its relative emptiness. It seemed devoid of ornamentation; its white-washed walls were bare for the most part, except for a large painted medieval mural of St. Christopher and Christ. Daphne told me that the striking work had been washed over to save it from the Reformation and the image was reportedly exposed inadvertently by a workman fitting a nearby plaque; he was said to have been terrified as, atop his ladder, he was brought face-to-face with a staring saint. The church was key to village life, but things changed when the landowners sold out to the Drummonds, who came into conflict with the local congregation. The parishioners were convinced ultimately to move to a new church, paid for by the family. This left them free to alter the old church, adding in a chapel designed by Pugin, famed for designing the Palace of Westminster’s interior. The colourful Gothic splendour of this small adjoining room strikes a real contrast with its spartan surroundings. The next stop was St Mary’s in Stoke d’Abernon, Surrey’s oldest church, which is still in use to this day. Its interior was large, well-ornamented and full of objects showcasing different points in English history. Stephen Chater, the man running the tour, spoke with me about it and the work of the CCT. He observed that churches offer a lens into the history of Britain, and as they change and adapt over time, they exhibit evidence of the standards of those who worshipped within them. St Mary’s itself is a living example of this and evidence of its Saxon origins were apparent. An inaccessible doorway, visible high on one of the walls, is believed to have
opened onto a Saxon Lord’s private gallery. Like many others, this church suffered from the Reformation: monuments near the altar were smashed, along with the original stained glass. Nevertheless, many preReformation relics remained, such as a pair of Britain’s oldest military brass memorials., and these were later complemented by an intricate 18th century pulpit. The last church to see was St George’s, Esher, a Tudor church in Esher’s town centre. It sports a quaint stonework exterior and has a notable original clock, still in fully working order. If St Mary’s had struck me as a fusion, this was an outright amalgamation. Upon entering the church, my eye was immediately drawn to an out-of-place Georgian gallery built into the south wall. This “pew” was built by the Duke of Newcastle. With its own entrance, it enabled the haves to avoid the have-nots when attending services. In a bid to keep things fashionable, the family also replaced all the church’s windows. The church is also known for a Royal connection: one marble memorial is dedicated to the death of the popular Princess Charlotte, who, with her husband Prince Leopold, was a part of the congregation while the couple lived at Claremont House. But many elements pre-date the 19th century. The building possesses an original 18th century pulpit and, impressively, has the original Tudor beams visible above in the roof. All in all, it was a pleasant day spent exploring Surrey’s heritage. It’s clear that the CCT does important work in maintaining our living history. You can look to book a tour and see the work of the Churches Conservation Trust at www.visitchurches.org.uk
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The Green Flag Community Award for 2013/2014 Last summer, we applied for a Green Flag Community Award for the Riverhill Regeneration Project. This is a prestigious national award scheme that recognises & rewards the best green places. Through this award, Keep Britain Tidy strives to ensure that everyone has access to a safe, clean and pleasant space where they can relax, meet, play or exercise. A Green Flag Award is the benchmark of a quality park or green space. Members of the CCHT committee and Elmbridge Leisure Services were put firmly through our paces during the application process. After a rigorous written assessment, followed by a thorough field assessment, we are delighted to report back that we scored very highly & won a Green Flag Community Award for 2013/2014. Some of the areas where we scored particularly highly were as follows: Welcoming place: “Open and spacious with excellent views of the river & good DDA access. Well designed to ensure fits in with the overall landscape, obviously lots of time & care taken to achieve the overall result.”
Sustainability: “Materials used in the construction of the decking may be wood but high life expectancy of product given. Materials cleverly used to prolong the life expectancy of the river bank”. Community Involvement: “Great pride has been taken in the project by the CCHT volunteers. All parties of the area, from residents to schools, have been involved. It is a highly appropriate provision for the community.” Innovation and Creativity: “The project successfully meets the aims of the group & the wider community by opening up the river bank for the whole community & restores it to an historic feature of the area.” In summary, Angus Fraser (Judge) said “A very good project that has benefitted the community & has opened a once poorly utilised area into a space which the wider community can use. Congratulations & well done to all those involved.” Thank you again to everyone who has supported this project in one way or another. This award demonstrates the pride we have in our local community and should be applauded.
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What’s Cooking? Mediterranean Roasted Halloumi with Basil Dressing
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then tip into a large, shallow roasting tin and scatter over the sliced peppers. Place the olive oil, basil leaves, lemon zest and juice into a small blender with some seasoning and blend until coarsely chopped. Pour over the vegetables and toss to coat. Roast for 20 minutes. Turn up the heat to 220ºC, gas mark 7. Add the halved tomatoes and sliced halloumi to the tray and roast for a further 5–10 minutes or until the cheese is golden brown. Serve straightaway. Nutrition: 253kcals/12.5g protein/27.9g carbohydrate/8.4g sugars/ 10.2g fat/4.1g saturated fat/3.5g fibre/0.8g salt/181mg Vitamin C per serving
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GARDENING MATTERS As promised, I’m going to have a go at explaining some of the Latin used in plant names. This may end up a little repetitive of March’s offering, for which I apologise, but here goes… A universal name for plants was needed for 2 reasons: firstly, it made sense that a single name was used whenever a plant was talked/written about, whether you were in England or Brazil or Russia, because a different name in each country leads to confusion, as in the example of ‘bluebell’ that I gave last time. In 1753, when Linnaeus devised the system of naming plants, Latin was the only universal language, and also still the language of science, so it was the obvious choice, although many other languages are also used in the naming of plants, simply not as frequently. The names given to the 1st element the genus - come from different sources, sometimes descriptive - Convallaria, meaning ‘growing in valleys’ - , sometimes the name by which they’ve been known since ancient times, sometimes made up, sometimes named after a person - Fuchsia after Leonhart Fuchs and Wisteria after Caspar Wistar. The 2nd element, the species, refers to individual plants, rather than a group, and the name often describes the plant in some way: eg Geranium pratense, meaning ‘of the meadow’, whose common name is meadow
cranesbill. The description can be of its general personality, colour, marking, shape, texture, size, fragrance, taste, flowering time, habitat, the direction in which it grows, or its resemblance to other things. It can refer to people - a saint maybe, or the person who first discovered or introduced it – or to a place, either a continent or a country, a state or a town, village or garden. Finally, it can be derived from the language local to where the plant is found. Cultivar names are given to particular varieties of plants not so much to distinguish them botanically from another plant, but rather that gardeners can make a distinction: eg all Dianthus cultivars are the same botanically, but the different colours and appearance of the flowers make it important to know which one is being referred to. Cultivar names are in any language other than Latin and in single quotation marks. They are often named after the person who raised them, or to commemorate someone, or after a town, village or garden. Thus, we have Dianthus ‘Bookham Fancy’, ‘Bookham Gleam’, ‘Bookham Grand’, ‘Bookham Heroine’, ‘Bookham Lad’, ’Bookham Lass’, ‘Bookham Perfume’ and ‘Bookham Sprite’! Fame at last. Next month, I’ll go into the naming in a little more detail to try to help you know what you’re looking at when you’re at the garden centre in search of certain colours or habits…..
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Painshill in May 2014 Spring Photography Workshop (adults only) Date: Saturday 3rd May Time: 9.30am-3.30pm
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Napoleonic re-enactment
Date: Sunday 25th - Monday 26th April Time: 10.30am – 4.00pm See cannons, rockets and firing demonstrations. Find out how Napoleonic soldiers lived by visiting the living history camp. A skirmish will take place in the afternoon, as well as a drill in which children can take part.
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Date: Thursday 1st May Time: 1.00pm – 1.30pm Being a Hermit by David Blandy
Ten years ago, to celebrate the re-created Hermitage, artist David Blandy re-enacted the life of the 18th century Painshill hermit. David talks about being a hermit & how the experience has influenced his work.
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Canaletto along the Thames by Nick Pollard, Sunbury & Shepperton Local
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What’s on in Cobham ... May 14 Car Boot Sale
Car Boot Sale at Cobham Village Hall Car pitch £10, small van £15 Sunday 11th May 2014, 8.00am - 1.00pm Telephone: 01932 867870 ww.cobhamvillagehall.com Cobham Village Hall, Lushington Drive, KT11 2LU
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Craft in Focus is bringing over 160 of Britain’s finest designers & craftspeople to Wisley over the early May Bank Holiday for its Spring Contemporary Craft & Design Fair. Entry is free with normal garden admission Weds 30th April - Mon 5th May 2014 9.00am - 6.00pm (5.oopm Sunday) Telephone: 08452 609000 www.rhs.org.uk/wisley RHS Garden Wisley, Woking, GU23 6QB
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Every vehicle used in the emergency services will grace the Museum. We are looking forward to welcoming many local services,
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up the fight against apartheid on behalf of a whole nation. Their opposing worlds collided when Christo, a raw recruit from the country’s prison service, was sent to Robben Island to guard the notoriously dangerous terrorists there. The two of them, a boy of 18 and a long-suffering freedom fighter then aged 60, could well have become bitter enemies. Instead, they formed an extraordinary friendship through small human kindnesses. When Nelson Mandela’s mother died, he was refused permission to go to her funeral. Mandela, her eldest son, wept with shame and despair. Christo was to witness that despair many times during his years as Mandela’s prison warder. When his wife Winnie secretly brought their tiny granddaughter to Robben Island, it was Christo who risked his own freedom to put the baby in Mandela’s arms. As President of South Africa, he called for Christo and gave him a job in the archives department in Parliament. He invited Christo and his family into his home and advised his two sons on their careers. A few weeks before his death, Mandela made another call, to say goodbye. This book tells the story of their friendship in Christo’s words for the first time. This I find an appealing concept. The Bookshop That Floated Away by Sarah Henshaw. It’s the true story of how Henshaw set up a bookshop on a boat and set out on a bookselling journey for six months. Books were bartered for food, accommodation, bathroom facilities and cake. During the
Books Bought journey, the barge suffered a flooded engine, went out to sea, got banned from Bristol and, on several occasions, floated away altogether. This account follows the ebbs and flows of Sarah’s journey as she sought to make her vision of a floating bookshop a reality. Do No Harm. Stories of Life, Death and Brain Surgery by Henry Marsh. What is it like to be a brain surgeon? How does it feel to hold someone’s life in your hands, to cut into the stuff that creates thought, feeling and reason? How do you live with the consequences of performing a potentially life-saving operation when it all goes wrong? In neurosurgery, more than in any other branch of medicine, the doctor’s oath to ‘do no harm’ holds a bitter irony. Operations on the brain carry grave risks. Every day, Henry Marsh must make agonising decisions, often in the face of great urgency and uncertainty. If you believe that brain surgery is a precise and exquisite craft, practised by calm and detached surgeons, this gripping, brutally honest account will make you think again. With astonishing compassion and candour, one of the country’s leading neurosurgeons reveals the fierce joy of operating, the profoundly moving triumphs, the harrowing disasters, the haunting regrets and the moments of black humour that characterise a brain surgeon’s life. It is an unforgettable insight into the countless human dramas that take place in a busy modern hospital. Above all, it is a lesson in the need for hope when faced with life’s most
difficult decisions. Novelists of books for teenagers and young adults are not afraid to tackle difficult and sometimes controversial issues. Wintergirls by Laurie Halse Anderson is a beautifully written and riveting look at anorexia. Cassie and Lia are best friends, and united in their quest to be thin. But when Cassie is found dead in a motel room, Lia must question whether she continues to lose weight, or choose life instead. “Brilliant, intoxicating, full of drama, love, and, like the best books of this kind, hope”. Melvin Burgess, The Observer. Heart Break Girl by Malorie Blackman. The new novel from the Children’s Laureate is a companion story to Boys Don’t Cry. Something happened to Mel when she was just a little girl and it haunts her every waking moment. When she discovers that she’s pregnant at seventeen, she’s terrified that the events of the past could reoccur. Suitable for 12+. ‘Blackman is a bold, engaging storyteller whose intellectual daring and clear prose reaches kids whom other authors don’t’ Amanda Craig, Sunday Times The Great Moon Confusion by Richard Byrne. Aldrin the raccoon likes to think he knows it all, and if he doesn’t, he just makes it up. But are the bears in the forest really the reason why the moon seems to be disappearing? A mix of humour, science and psychology make this a winning picture book for the under-fives.
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MEDICAL MATTERS!!
DIABETES Let’s take a look at diabetes over the next few issues...there is an epidemic that we need to be taking seriously. Type 2 diabetes (T2DM) accounts for about 85% of all cases of diabetes and is often, but not always, related to lifestyle. There are strong family links with T2DM and the risks can be as high as 75% for some individuals. With T2DM, we are basically looking at two issues. The pancreas does not produce as much insulin as is needed, along with the body being unable to use that insulin effectively. This is known as insulin resistance and can be the biggest challenge with T2DM. Insulin is needed to regulate blood sugar levels, and a reduced level of insulin that works less efficiently leads to a rise in blood sugar levels. This is usually when a diagnosis is made. However, there are manageable factors which can help reduce the body’s resistance to insulin. The two most common factors contributing to this resistance are a lack of exercise and excess weight, so an increase in activity levels, weight loss and a change in diet can have huge health benefits and may even help renormalise blood sugar levels. Being more active generally and trying to factor this into a daily routine is usually most effective and sustainable. Diet is fundamental to managing diabetes by minimising sugar intake and managing sensible carbohydrate portions. We will be looking at this more in the next issue.... For more info: https://www.diabetes.org.uk
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MAY 2014 ARE YOU PASSIONATE ABOUT FOOD, COOKING AND HEALTHY EATING?
We are looking for someone to support people with disabilities with cooking and give practical advice with meal preparation. This will include helping to plan a healthy weekly meal plan and shopping trips.—CSU6319
DO YOU HAVE SOME SPARE TIME ON A THURSDAY EVENING? Volunteers needed to assist the activity co-ordinator run evenings for adults with learning disabilities to enjoy a social evening of various activities on Thursday evenings. The evenings are very enjoyable in a relaxed atmosphere. No experience necessary, just the ability to get involved - CSU3378
INTERESTED IN ANY OF THOSE ROLES? For more information on these roles and many other volunteering opportunities, please contact Voluntary Action Elmbridge,
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Sudoku Puzzle
Word Ladder A word ladder is a sequence of words formed by changing just one letter each time. Can you find the missing words?
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Clues: Hurled Small mammal Tatter Fathered Located Gorged Salvaged
Each row, column and 3x3 box must contain the numbers 1 to 9 just once. This can be done by applying logic you don’t have to guess!
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Index of Advertisers Able Roofing.................................................53 AL Services....................................................57 Andy’s Garden Services............................... 30 Ashtead Hospital.....................................37/39 Astek Dental ............................................... 30 Beckley’s Automotive..................................53 Bocketts Farm..............................................19 Bonnie Dogs.................................................57 Bookham Physiotherapy............................. 49 Boyall’s Ironmongery and Doors.................. 6 Bruce’s Doggie Day Care..............................24 Casselden’s Shoes....................................... 47 Catskingdom................................................ 45 Cedar Nursery........................................... 10/11 Challenge Fencing........................................ 12 Claremont Fan Court School .........................3 Cleanability.................................................. 43 Cobham Beauty & Laser.............................. 26 Cobham Bowling......................................... 45 Cobham Village Stitchers............................ 47 Computer Fix................................................35 Connect & Support.......................................37 DB Garden Services..................................... 63 DPB Pristine Oven Cleaning........................ 34 Elite Tree Services........................................42 Emberhurst School.......................................16 Englishman’s Castle...................................... 31 Estates Direct...............................................22 Extra Clean......................................................7 F & S Heating & Plumbing Services.............35 Fake Bake Spray Tan................................... 47 Falcon Services.............................................42 Fine Fettle.....................................................23 Hollyhedge Dental....................................... 36 HRS Roofing Services.................................. 26
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