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Welcome to September
Welcome to our September issue of Look Local. I do hope you have all enjoyed a good summer and that you’re feeling refreshed and ready to step into the new autumn season… Here’s hoping for an ‘Indian Summer’ as the schools head back
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to start the new term, and the more senior students head off to Uni or work experience, Gap Years or even new jobs! It’s always a time of year for new beginnings and I wish you all the very best with these new adventures, whatever they may be! There are lots of events to look forward to this month, including a fabulous Food Festival taking place at near-by Painshill Park, which should make for a really nice day out. We also hear about a celebrity led, charity Yard Sale taking place locally and we have a couple of fun, but very different, book competitions too!
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What’s Cooking? Poem of the Month Elmbridge Food Festival Elmbridge Volunteers Second Hope Sudoku & Digi-Search Gardening with Selina Crossword Puzzle What’s On in September Music Matters Music on the Green Esher Library Notice Puzzle Solutions Useful Numbers Advertisers’ Index
your business locally. We have been circulating Look Local in Esher for many years and as a result we are well known and well read each month. Why not give us a call or drop us an email to see how we can help your business? Wishing you all a great month, until next time,
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THE HERBERT PROTOCOL Safe & Found
Imagine the situation. Your loved one, who has dementia, is missing. The police are in your home asking for personal details which, because you are sick with worry, you are finding hard to provide. Of course, they need to know your loved one’s name, height, any distinguishing marks, what they were wearing, mobile phone number, medication and the type of dementia they have. Also, if they have any money or a travelpass and, if they drive, the type of vehicle, registration number and colour. If they usually go for a daily walk the police need to know where they would normally go and, if they have gone missing before, where they were found. All this when the only thing you want is for your loved one to be found safe and well. Well help is at hand in the form of The Herbert Protocol. This initiative is named after George Herbert, who served in the Second World War and who was a veteran of the Normandy Landings. He lived with dementia
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and would repeatedly be reported missing from his care home whilst trying to return to his previous home. Surrey Police and its partners are part of the national Herbert Protocol initiative which is a risk reduction tool for people living with dementia who may be reported missing from home. The form has been designed to provide the police with as much information as possible, including a photograph, so they can start a search immediately. Most importantly it avoids putting families through the stress of having to answer questions from the police at an incredibly distressing and worrying time. The form can be downloaded from the Surrey Police website at www.surrey.police.uk/contact-us/herbertprotocol-missing-person-form/ and should be updated regularly and kept in a safe place. The police will only ask for the form if a person is reported missing but you will have peace of mind that, should the unthinkable happen, you are prepared. Annabelle Yeomans.
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CLAYGATE FLOWER & VILLAGE SHOW
The 106th annual Show was formally opened by the Mayor of Elmbridge, Councillor Mary Sheldon, to get the show was underway. Families enjoyed the wonderful adult & junior exhibits including flowers, fruit, vegetables, art, photos, & various domestic delights. Beloved pets were entered into the Companion Dog Show. Vintage cars & motorcycles, entertainment in the arena including local dancers, musicians & displays of martial arts were enjoyed by all. As were farm & exotic animals, various sports and a glamorous stilt-walker. Younger children were all smiles as they participated in the Fancy Dress and Buggy Parade, judged by Hon Vice President Mike Aspel OBE, had their faces painted, played traditional games & watched Punch & Judy. This year there were over 1,000 exhibits, plus a tug-ofwar, food and drink, a Beer Garden, Prosecco & Gin Tent and so much more! 2019 President, John Baldwin presented cups and trophies to the many adult and junior prize winners for their exhibits. Over 5000 people visited this year and
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John “was very pleased by the high quality of exhibits & was especially pleased with the high number of nonvillage visitors, who he hoped would return next year.” 2019 sees the retirement of both Barry (Chairman) and Bonnie (Secretary) Fitzpatrick, the husband and wife team who have successfully led the organising committee for a decade. Sunday 7 July, the Claygate Country 5 Mile run, was held at the same venue. A record 500 runners participated, with fast times occurring, perhaps due to the cool, damp weather. This year’s event included the first participation of a wheelchair athlete, Claudia Burroughs from the 26.2 Road Runners Club. On Sunday Evening 14 July, at the same venue, The Claygate Recreation Ground, the tribute band, Britpop Reunion, entertained 700 guests. The Gig On The Rec has been going for 7 years now, and with the flower show forms the Big Claygate Village Weekend. Monies raised from both events will be used to fund local charities.
ELMBRIDGE GP REFERRAL SCHEME HELPS YOU TO KEEP A HEALTHY BALANCE
The GP referral scheme run by Elmbridge Borough Council is dedicated to keeping you fit and healthy, whether you’re living with a health condition or looking for support and guidance. If you feel overwhelmed by exercise or need a programme suited to specific health problems, we are here to help you. Our classes and sessions are designed to suit your own personal needs and goals. They take place in a friendly, relaxed and motivational environment. We work hard but always have fun along the way. There are exercise classes available for all levels and abilities in Thames Ditton, Claygate, Cobham, Hersham, Molesey, Walton-on-Thames and Weybridge. These low-cost sessions are designed to improve muscle tone, balance, strength, and mood. You can choose what is best suited to you: • Falls prevention exercise classes: designed to get you more confident on your feet, build up your strength,
improve your balance and stay safe. • Cancer rehabilitation classes: if you live with or have survived cancer, you will benefit from these structured sessions held in a welcoming and positive environment. • Paracise classes (available in Hersham and Molesey). Low impact innovative exercise with no floor work. Designed to improve posture, balance, mobility, flexibility and muscle memory. Great music to invigorate you and put a spring in your step. Suitable for osteoporosis, osteopenia, arthritis, fibromyalgia etc. • Seated Yoga to explore and enjoy the benefits of yoga’s physical and mental wellbeing. If you want to give any of the above classes locally, you can find more information at elmbridge.gov.uk/leisure, email health@elmbridge.gov.uk or call 01372 474 574 to talk to the Health Development Officer.
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Mark Bisson’s George: The Cat Who Lost His Confidence
Following a conversation with his daughter Gemma, who was struggling to find a book to support conversations with her young son regarding a perceived loss of confidence, which his teacher had brought to her attention, executive coach and mentor, Mark Bisson, known to his grandchildren as Grandad Fox, set about finding a solution. Gemma was searching for a book which would act as a conversation starter but not a parenting book. This got Mark thinking about his role as an executive coach and the topics clients brought to coaching sessions, which were similar to the ones Gemma and her parent friends were discussing. Mark, who lives in Esher, is also an author. So he looked at how fables can be used to create new awareness and insight in a fun and creative way. And so “George -The Cat Who Lost His Confidence” was born. The book is based on George, a cat that Mark and his family had when they lived in Bookham. As is retold in the fable, George who was a very large cat, used to sit with the foxes in the bushes at the end of the garden and it seemed like he had become an honorary fox. George the cat and Grandad Fox offer a delightful, child-friendly introduction to the world of selfconfidence - and more importantly how to combat the
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impact of negative comparisons by coaching your child to focus on their skills, talents and attributes. This enables them to gain new awareness and find their own solutions to the challenges they face. George is sad because he has lost his confidence and decides that he wants to be a fox instead. Grandad Fox helps George become aware of what he likes about himself. When Freddie the fox cub is drowning in the swimming pool, George needs to act quickly and show great courage in order to rescue him. Will George decide that he likes being himself after all? Mark uses his professional coaching expertise to help parents and carers support their children to think more clearly and guide them to organise their thoughts and feelings about the tricky topic of inner confidence.
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The FREE Elmbridge Food Festival is coming to Painshill in Cobham on 21 and 22 September. This is your chance to experience the best culinary delights that Elmbridge has to offer. Our fabulous, free, funpacked, food festival is so fabulous that we have come up with at least seven reasons why you should attend. 1.Check out at least one demonstration at our demonstration theatre With at least eight demonstrations over two days, this one should be easy. The demo tent will have a schedule of demonstrations, include a display from Surrey Hills Butchers on how to cut and carve meat, as well as the best cuts of meat to buy for particular dishes. 2. Explore Painshill Whether you are new to Painshill or a regular visitor, there is always something wonderful to explore around these landscaped gardens. From the grotto to the lake to the views, take advantage of the free entry and explore Painshill. 3. Bring your kids to ‘Outside the Box’ If you have children, entertaining them will be key and we have that covered. Our Shout! Holiday activity squad will be on hand throughout the festival with a range of arts and craft activities including making dream-catchers and jeweller. We are also excited that local dance group ‘Outside the Box’, will be with us offering both dance and cheer-leading sessions to all the children.
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4. Enjoy the music from our live stage Elmbridge has a vibrant music scene from our wonderful choirs to independent soloist and bands. We will be bringing you a selection of music from across the borough, all interlinked with music and chat from Brookland Radio who will be broadcasting live from the food festival. 5. Sample culinary delights from at least three stall holders When there is so much on offer, it’s difficult to choose just one type of food to try so why bother, try lots, in fact we challenge you to try at least three different types of food. We will have food from around the globe on offer, so you will be spoiled for choice. 6. Grab a drink from The Big Red Bus What’s better than sitting on a picnic blanket with a drink from the Big Red Bus and chatting with friends while you enjoy some fantastic food and music? 7.Come and say hello to the ‘My Elmbridge’ team who will there The council’s ‘My Elmbridge’ team will be on hand to answers any queries you have about the festival and about council services. Maybe you would like to work at the council or volunteer at one of the countryside conservation events, whatever your query they will be around to help you. For more info and a full-line up of food stalls, music and demonstrations visit elmbridge.gov.uk/foodfestival
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VOLUNTEERING OPPORTUNITIES September 2019
Fantastic Historic Location Volunteer as either a Welcome Team volunteer, which could include events such as bird walks, theatre performances, star gazing and Heritage Open Days or as a Ranger walking along the historic route for around 3 hours, acting as point of contact for visitors.
Sunday Afternoon Music One Sunday afternoon a month help adults with learning difficulties make lovely sounds with a musical facilitator and lots of helpers. Also, every December, the members put on an unforgettable concert for the whole community.
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Attending Church with Older Residents Assist one or more residents both to and from the Sunday service at the Community Church. You will give friendly companionship, support and encouragement during the visit.
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SECOND HOPE FOR THAMES DITTON
Charlie Brooks, Thames Ditton resident, actress, Queen of the Jungle (and the Strictly dance floor!), entrepreneur and a “go to” person to get things done, is setting out to raise money for Second Hope. When Charlie Brooks lost her best friend to Breast Cancer a couple of years ago she decided that she wanted to do something to raise money for Second Hope, her friend’s favourite charity. Charlie approached a group of residents in a quiet road, near to where she lives in Thames Ditton and asked if they would get involved. And they said YES! So with Charlie at the helm, they have organised a Charity Yard Sale along the whole street for people to sell their old unwanted stuff to raise money for the charity of their choice. Charlie is going along with lots of her lovely stuff to raise money for Second Hope. So do go along and bag a bargain. As well as all the lovely pre-loved goods on sale, children will be getting involved by selling cakes and lemonade and The Dough Shack and Halloumi Bites,
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two local businesses, will be going along to support the event so you even have lunch while you are there. The whole event should have a real party atmosphere and it’s a great way to spend a fun few hours and for the local community to really come together to support some worthwhile causes. We hope this will become an annual event and that more roads in Thames Ditton will get involved. Watch this space! Charlie’s chosen charity, Second Hope works to; Raise awareness and increase knowledge of advanced breast cancer. Support and empower those diagnosed and living with advanced breast cancer. Campaign on behalf of those affected by advanced breast cancer. Fund research into advanced breast cancer. Second Hope is one of the only charities exclusively supporting those with Advanced Breast Cancer. For more information go to www.secondhope.co.uk. Look Local will be going along on the 8th. We hope to see you there!
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Each row, column & 3x3 box must contain the numbers 1 to 9 just once. This can be done by If you use logic you can solve-the puzzle withouthave guesswork. applying logic you don’t to guess! Fill in the blank squares so that each row, each column and each 3-by-3 block contain all of the digits 1 thru 9.
Need a little help? The hints page shows a logical order to solve the puzzle. Use it to identify the next square you should solve. Or use the answers page if you really get stuck.
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Adventures with mud By Selina Botham
Award winning local garden designer Selina Botham gives an update on her own experience of garden transformation. Since the loss of our mature weeping willow, the garden has been redesigned and the new Garden built during the winter. I’ve been making slow progress with the planting since clients gardens have inevitably taken priority and spring is one of the very busiest times of year for a garden designer. The planting has gradually taken shape and just last week the planting was completed. The outdoor bath has been a great success and even in the colder evenings of spring it was like a warm cocoon and the views of the garden and the sky have been really enjoyable. In the hotter evenings we’ve had a cooler bath has been just right. Something I believe in really strongly is the importance of connecting with nature and being immersed in the garden and as far as this idea goes it certainly ticks those boxes. Positioned under the flowering cherry tree, so that the views up through the white blossom were particularly special in April. The bath can be enjoyed in all weathers a cool breeze when you’ve been in a hot bath is perhaps a less extreme take on the Swedish idea of asauna followed by snow? It’s a new idea so might not appeal to everyone. The oval lawn is already successful and it has been a real treat to enjoy thick green grass of the newly laid turf. I am sure daisies and selfheal will soon be back and they will be most welcome, but in the meantime the mower is certainly earning its keep. I’ve been experimenting with colours and have used reds and burnt oranges
yellows and mauves and even a claret red. Some of the old planting has been preserved as this area was adapted rather than newly designed, so there is already a sense of maturity in much of this upper level of the garden. The main terrace is adjacent to the lawn and faces south west to make the most of the afternoon sun. A couple of new steps lead from the grey sandstone set path down to the curved gravel path which takes you to a seating area. Hidden in a small copse of silvery willow (salix exigua is a small terrace that can be used for morning coffee in the sun or as a shady afternoon hideaway. The barefoot path is the newest part of the garden. Here a textured path with sand gravel and rocks provides a
barefoot experience, with a river of planting alongside which is inspired by the flow of a river. Blues, greys and soft tactile grasses make the ripples of the ‘river’. The idea is that it will be a sensory experience of full emersion in nature. The flowers are all chosen for bees and butterflies too and this area ajoins the existing pond so will be a haven for people and wildlife. At the moment it does look newly planted, so I’ll add photos to instagram and facebook as the planting develops. Selina Botham is an award winning garden designer based in Claygate. If you would like to improve and make the best of your garden and need some professional help contact Selina for an initial garden consultation on 07894 553 202 or see her web site for further ideas www.designsforallseasons.co.uk and her facebook page Selina Botham – Designs for all Seasons.
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Clue: 12 Across
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Clue: 22 Across
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1. . Send into exile (6) 4. Grumble (6) 8. Teacher (5) 9. Italian child (7) 10. Letter (7) 11. Requirements (5) 12. Horticulturalists (9) 17. Made a mistake (5) 19. Associate, collaborator (7) 21. Mender of shoes (7) 22. Elk (5) 23. Zestful enjoyment (6) 24. Gemstone (6)
1. Fuss (6) 2. Naught (7) 3. Swagger (5) 5. Love story (7) 6. Combine (5) 7. Self-centred person (6) 9. Apiarist (9) 13. Coarse sieves (7) 14. Nightfall (7) 15. Sporting swordsman (6) 16. Clergyman (6) 18. Revolt (5) 20. Dance of Cuban origin (5)
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Elmbridge U3a, Monthly Meeting at Claygate Village Hall, Church Road KT10 0JP from 2.00pm. For more information or to join contact: Membership Secretary members@ elmbridgeu3a.org or 0208 979 2737. Hersham Village Market, open every Friday from 11.45am - 1.15pm in All Saints Church Hall (Opposite Hersham Green). If you’re looking to buy local food that’s delicious and fresh, free range eggs, high quality hand crafted gifts and cards, or home grown plants and flowers, then you really should visit us! More info: www.hershamvillagemarket.org.uk
Friday 6th SEPT 2019
Vfh Film Night Presents in tribute to Doris Day, ‘Calamity Jane’ at Vera Fletcher Hall, 4 Embercourt Rd, Thames Ditton KT7 0LQ from 7.30pm (doors open 7pm). Join us for a complimentary drink* & the screening of this wonderful 1953 western musical film.*tea/ coffee ora 125ml glass of red or white wine. Tickets £7. For more info: verafletcherhall.co.uk
Sunday 15th SEPT 2019
Antiques Market at Sandown Park Racecourse, Portsmouth Rd, Esher, Surrey, KT10 9AJ from 10am - 3pm. Free admission and free parking at all of our events. For more information visit: www.thejockeyclub.co.uk/sandown/events
Sunday 15th SEPT 2019
THE NEW JERSEY BOYS at Vera Fletcher Hall, 4 Embercourt Rd, Thames Ditton KT7 0LQ from 7.30pm (doors open 7pm). Music of Frankie Valli & the Four Seasons Plus tributes to Showaddywaddy & other musical legends. Tickets £19.00. For more information visit: verafletcherhall.co.uk
Tuesday 17th SEPT 2019
Tuesday Tree walk - explore the Laurel Lawn at Claremont Landscape Gardens, Portsmouth Rd, Esher KT10 9JG, from 11am - 12.30pm. Join our friendly guide Hilary for a free walk around the garden. Dogs on leads are welcome. For more info call 01372 467806 or claremont@nationaltrust.org.uk. www.nationaltrust.org.uk/claremont-landscape-garden/
Saturday 21st SEPT 2019
An Evening With Sunny Ormonde at Vera Fletcher Hall, 4 Embercourt Rd, Thames Ditton KT7 0LQ from 7.30pm (doors open 7pm). Sunny, who plays the “outrageous & raunchy Lilian Bellamy” in BBC Radio 4’s The Archers will fill you in on all the behind the scenes stories. Includes a Q&A session.Ticket £15. For more info visit: verafletcherhall.co.uk
Saturday 28th SEPT 2019
VFH Fish, Chips & A Cabaret atat Vera Fletcher Hall, 4 Embercourt Rd, Thames Ditton KT7 0LQ, Supper - 7.30pm, show - 8.15pm (doors open 7pm). Julie Ross presents Don’t ask the Lady! Julie Ross, returns with a brand new cabaret, a unique one-woman show, celebrating the creative spirit of 20th century female songwriters. Book online in advance. Ticket £20. For more information visit: verafletcherhall.co.uk
If there’s an event in October that you’d like mentioned, please contact Ros (details on p.3) before Monday 9th September. All entries appear on a first come, first served basis. Details of the above event are correct at time of print.
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F IAT 500 CAR REVIEW BY TED MACAULEY
Let me start with a question. How many Fiat 500s do you see, even on the shortest of journeys? More than one I would wager. Little wonder, because this wee treat has become a mega seller, a prized possession in the hotly contested city car market. Just like yonks ago, when the Volkswagen Beetle & the Mini jostled in truly vast numbers on roads of all types, bustling city highways & byways & remote village lanes giving both pleasure and economic relief. The same goes now for the Fiat 500. I am not the least bit surprised because, truth to tell, it is honest value for money, as appealing as can be, and bursting with the feel good factor; a loveable little looker. That is why I bought one & I am still running my shiny little black beauty after two years. Penny pincher that I am & a leggy six footer, the car more than adequately satisfies both my spendthrift attitude & my comfort levels for my daily demands.
And when weekends tempt Trophy Wife Delia & me to a seaside escape we have as much space in the boot as we need for our comfies & the tightest of promenade parking has never, ever been a problem. The vast worldly sales have left broad grins on the faces of the money men at Fiat’s Italian HQ - and they are figures that also give joy to the planners & design engineers whose genius richly deserves world admiration - and envy, among rival city car builders. The offbeat, funky & utterly desirable retro-looking petite 500 is now an established icon - I cannot envisage the slightest change in that situation for a really wholesome while to come. It revels in a choice of good, effective & efficient engines, the all round visibility is perfect & without hindrance, and the cabin comfort zone is as good as it can be, not so much for four, as for two people.Though the family weenies will be comfy enough in the back seats. Okay, okay, it is not a racer & won’t be a challenger to the Ferraris at the traffic lights change - but is quick enough to get you into the melee without getting in anybody’s way. Again, for tight wads, it’s residuals are high and if & when you decide to sell - maybe to buy another one you won’t lose too much lolly from your original forkout. And what’s more tempting than that? Specifications: Engines, three petrol, one diesel.Seven trim levels. Warranty three years/ 60,000 miles Prices £12,00-£23,380. Cheapest 1.2 69bhp Pop.My choice:Twin Air Lounge. 105bhp. Mpg 50.4. Speed 0-62mph 11s. Around 100mph.
We wanted to apologise to Ted as we omitted to mention/credit him in our Summer issue for his fabulous contribution and wonderful competition prize! Sorry Ted, we were so overwhelmed by the amazing prize we plain forgot! This wonderful book “ Formula One- The Knowledge (second edition)” created a stir locally & we received many entries for this much sort after book. Our lucky winner was Sarah Robertson. Congratulations Sarah - I hope you are enjoying your prize!
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Music Matters
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Make mine a double! 8 iconic albums & 16 answers required.
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QUESTIONS:
Wednesday 18th September
1. The Beatles “White Album” was released in November 1968. Which Beatle “quit the band” for two weeks during the recording? Who is Martha in “Martha My Dear”?
“Cello2ette”
2. “Out of the Blue” was released by the Electric Light Orchestra in October 1977. On which track is a fire extinguisher played by Bev Bevan? True or False. Jeff Lynn wrote the entire album in 3 1/2 weeks whilst hidden away in a chalet in the Swiss Alps, after suffering writer’s block. 3. “Hot August Night” by Neil Diamond was recorded live at which legendary Los Angeles venue? True or false. Neil Diamond grew up in Brooklyn New York City & attended the same high school as Neil Sedaka and Barbra Streisand? 4. Bruce Springsteen’s studio album “The River” was released in October 1970. On the title track where did the singer & Mary meet “when she was just 17”? And who is the shotgun wedding scenario about? 5. “Quadrophenia” by the Who appeared in October 1973. What does the name refer to? True or False. When reviewed in Rolling Stone magazine Quadrophenia was described as being “superbly performed and superbly produced, exquisitely packaged and extremely boring”. 6. In September 1976 Stevie Wonder released “Songs in the Key of Life”. “Isn’t she lovely” featured on the album & as a single. Who is the sing written about? Who was “Sir Duke” written about?
Andrea Mundy – cello Catherine Lee – cello Catherine and Andrea first met in 2013 whilst performing in a cello ensemble. Their mutual interest in cello ensemble repertoire sparked friendship and the development of this exciting partnership. Both classically trained they have a vast amount of experiences between them performing in classical, contemporary and experimental settings. Their success has led to tours around UK, Europe, America, Asia and Australasia. Please join us to enjoy this unusual and powerful cello performance. Free entry and light lunch from 12.30pm Concert from 1.10pm. Retiring collection
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7. Jeff Waynes musical version of “War of the Worlds” landed in June 1978. Who wrote the original & who narrated the story on the original album? 8. “Goodbye Yellow Brick Road”, Elton John’s iconic album features the song Daniel. Who is it written about & who did he rewrite “Candle in the Wind” for? PUZZLE SOLUTIONS PAGE 36
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LOCAL AUTHOR DELVES INTO SURREY’S MILITARY HISTORY
Since moving to Surrey in 2006, Paul Le Messurier has developed a keen interest in the local and military history of the surrounding area and the county of Surrey. After a career in business, he has now turned his attention to research and writing and has produced several articles on local history including a series on the Home Front during World War 2. Located immediately to the south of London, between the capital and the English Channel, Surrey has long played a significant part in the defence of the nation. During the Civil War, Surrey was firmly on the side of the Parliamentarians. From their base in Farnham Castle, they controlled the vital Chilworth Gunpowder Mills, near Guildford. The threat to the country during the French Revolution and Napoleonic wars led to the construction of a line of semaphore signalling stations through Surrey to provide a fast communication link between London and Portsmouth. The line was replaced in 1822 by semaphore towers, some still existing today. In the late 19th century a 72-mile ring of fortified positions was established from Guildford through Surrey towards Kent and Essex, known as the London Defence Positions. In World War 1 The Queen's Royal West Surrey and the East Surrey Regiment lost over 13,000 men between them. On the first day of the battle of the
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Somme troops from the 8th Battalion East Surrey Regiment were waiting for the signal to go over the top. To encourage his men, Captain W.P. ‘Billie’ Nevill provided them with footballs which they kicked as they made their way across no-man’s land. Captain Nevill was killed but his men went on to capture the enemy trenches. During World War 2 Surrey was home to several RAF fighter squadrons. Due to its proximity to London, Surrey residents were to suffer at the hands of the German Luftwaffe during the blitz. Parts of Surrey, together with Kent and Sussex, became known as ‘Bomb Alley’, with Croydon suffering more damage than any other district during Hitler’s flying bomb campaign. “Surrey’s Military History” is a fascinating window into Surrey’s military history. It gives a terrific insight into the events, people and places that are Surrey’s Military Heritage. A thoroughly good read. £14.99, www.amberley-books.com
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yellow thai curry with prawns ingredients method ½ x 385g pack butternut squash slices ½ tbsp sunflower oil 1 pack Cooks’ Ingredients Yellow Thai Curry Recipe Kit (yellow curry paste, coconut milk, baby corn and spices) 150g pack pre-cooked Waitrose & Partners Extra Large King Prawns 100g green beans, trimmed and cut into 4cm pieces 1 tbsp light brown soft sugar 1 tsp fish sauce Small handful coriander, roughly chopped 1 lime, cut into wedges (Serves 2)
1. Preheat the oven to 220˚C, gas mark 7. Arrange the squash in a parchment-lined roasting tin, drizzle with the oil and roast for 25 minutes, turning halfway through. 2. Meanwhile, from the recipe kit, empty the container of coconut milk into a large saucepan, add 140ml water and the dried chilli, lemongrass and lime leaf. Simmer for 2 minutes; stir in the curry paste and the drained pack of baby corn. 3. Stir in the prawns, green beans, sugar and fish sauce. Check the seasoning, adding more fish sauce if liked, and simmer for 4 minutes. 4. Take off the heat, then stir in the roasted squash and scatter with the coriander. Serve with the lime wedges for squeezing over, plus some jasmine rice, if liked.
cooking tip Yellow curry is medium-spiced and traditionally considered to be in between a red (hot) and green (mild) Thai curry. Ground turmeric gives it its colour.
Prep: 10mins. Cooking: 25mins Recipe & Photo reproduced by kind permission of Waitrose. Over 5,000 recipes can be found at www.waitrose.com/recipes
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If you, or someone you know is needing some help of the digital nature, did you know that we have a Computer Buddy based here at Esher Library? Magdalena is here every Tuesday morning and you can make an appointment to spend up to an hour with her, hopefully solving your problems and making everything clear(er). She can help with setting up email addresses, on-line shopping, sorting out your digital photo albums, and many other computer-related problems. You can have up to 3 appointments, completely free of charge. Just pop into the library and talk to a member of staff or call on 0345 009 009 and ask to be put through to Esher Library. You do not have to be a library member but it is very simple to join. We just need to see something official showing your name and address, for example a driving licence, Council Tax or Utilities Bill or NHS medical card. School holidays may be over, but we know that many of you are still waiting for your summer holidays. Why not pop in and borrow a couple of books to read on the plane and by the pool. Alternatively, you can borrow e-books from the library (on all e-readers except Kindles) and you don’t even have to remember to return them on time as they will automatically vanish from your e-reader within 2 weeks. To see our catalogue of books, download the RBdigital app (from your usual provider), log in with your library card and PIN number and you’re away. You can also read many of the leading magazines at the same place. Completely free of charge. It’s not too late to complete the Summer Reading Challenge! The official last date is Saturday 14th September so if your children haven’t yet read their 6 books (story books, information books, graphic books, audio books, picture books) there is still time and they will have a shiny certificate to take into school & show their teachers. The Summer Reading Challenge is open to any children aged between 4 - 11. Whether you need help on computers, need your bus pass renewed or your blue badge application checked, want to do some photocopying, would like to check something in Which? Magazine or a council document or would like a quiet space to work for a while (maybe best to avoid Rhymetime for this one), come along and see us. And of course you can always borrow a book whilst you’re here!
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Barbara Currie School of YOGA Ltd All Levels Welcome
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CHARITY AFTERNOON in support of ‘CROHNS & COLITUS’. MONDAY 30th SEPT 2019
BETWEEN 1.15pm and 4.30pm west end sports & social club, West End Lane, Esher, Surrey. Every 30 minutes someone in the U.K is diagnosed with this disease, and at least 300,000 people already have been. Crohns is a Inflammatory Bowel Disease. You can support this event by coming along and enjoying a ‘Cream Tea’ or ‘Coffee & Cake’ and taking part in our ‘Grand Raffle’. All gifts donated by local companies.
THANK YOU FOR YOUR HELP. ANY FURTHER DETAILS PLEASE CONTACT BETTY ON 01372 465937
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useful numbers POLICE TRAVEL To report local incidents ......................... 101 National Rail Enquiries .............0845 748 4950 Surrey Bus Services .................01483 506919 DENTISTS Train information ....................0845 748 4950 Fair Oak Dental Practice ........... 01372 463 082 Hare Lane Dental Practice ........ 01372 452 577 SCHOOLS Meads Dental Practice .............. 01372 464 929 Claremont Fan Court School .....01372 473 624 S3 Dental Practice .................... 0208 398 6322 Claygate Primary School .........01372 455348 Summerfield Dental Practice .... 01372 462 266 Cranmere Primary & Nursery Sch ... 0208 398 5580 The Neem Tree Dental Practice . 01372 540 186 Esher Church School ...............01372 463931 Esher Church of England High Sch ...01372 468068 Milbourne Lodge School .........01372 462737 VILLAGE HALLS Civic Centre ............................ 01932 254 750 Rowan Preparatory School .......01372 462627 Claygate Centre .......................01372 463 476 Shrewsbury Lodge Pre Prep Sch .. 01372 462781 Claygate Village Hall ................ 01372 469 221 MEDICAL King George’s Hall ................... 01932 254 750 Capelfield Surgery ....................01372 462501 Esher Green Surgery .................01372 462726 COUNCILS & SERVICE Littleton Surgery ......................01372 462235 Citizens’ Advice Bureau ..........01932 248660 Claygate Village Association .... 01372 463740 Claygate Parish Council ..........01372 467000 Elmbridge Borough Council ... 01372 474474 Elmbridge Museum ................. 01372 474 568 Esher Residents Ass .. info@esherresidents.com Library Services ...................... 0300 200 1001 Surrey County Council ...........08456 009009
Non-emergency NHS Help .......................... 111 Royal Surrey Hospital ..............01483 464002 St John Ambulance ............... 07900 910292 St Peter’s Hospital Chertsey ......01932 872000
CHURCHES All Saints Weston ......................0208 398 1849 Christ Church, Esher ................01372 462 282 Esher Green Baptist Church ......01372 459 800 VETERINARY SURGEONS Esher Quakers Meeting House ...0208 399 4325 Claygate Veterinary Centre .....01372 460107 First Church of Christ, Scientist ..01372 463 058 Medivet Esher-Manor Vets .......0208 398 8005 Holy Trinity Church ..................01372 463 603 St George’s Church, West End ....01372 462 282 CHEMISTS The Holy Name RC Church ......01372 462 451 Boots Pharmacy ....................... 01372 463 912 Central Pharmacy ....................01372 464 064 BANKS Claygate Pharmacy &Travel Clinic 01372 466 116 Barclays ....................................0345 734 5345 Wallis Jones Pharmacy ..............0208 398 2494 Santander .................................0800 030 4321 Looklocal Magazine - September 2019 37
advertisers’ index Able Roofing...................................................... 13 Molesey Pest Control........................................... 9 Bob Mitchell Bathroom Design & Installation..... 9 Music Matters.................................................... 31 Bruce’s Doggy Day Care..................................... 13 Music on the Green............................................ 31 Car Review......................................................... 30 Nova Glass........................................................... 2 Central Pharmacy................................................. 9 Roofs of Esher.................................................... 29 Chiropody - Melissa Bennett ............................. 18 SAS Roofing & Building.................................... 22 Claremont Fan Court School..........................4/40 Seasons Art Classes............................................... 7 Cleanability........................................................ 18 Sir William Perkins School................................. 15 Dream Doors..................................................... 39 SJT Property Maintenance................................. 36 Elmbridge Food Festival..................................... 16 Stagecoach Hinchley Wood.................................. 5 Elmbridge Volunteer Centre............................... 18 Steve’s Landscapes.............................................. 12 Esher Library...................................................... 34 Tec Res Computer Solutions ........................26/27 Gardening with Selina........................................ 23 Waitrose Recipe.................................................. 33 GP Referral Scheme Elmbridge BC.................... 11 Weathersure Roofing & Building....................... 25 Guillaumes LLP Solicitors.................................. 19 What’s On.......................................................... 28 Hartfield House Care Home.............................. 17 Yoga with Barbara Currie................................... 35 Jazz at Imber Court............................................ 12 Lodge Brothers Funeral Care.............................. 29
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