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This Month...

St. Marys Carnival 6 Town At Athe Crossroads 8 Dunstable Live! 10 Edlesborough Festival 12 A Good Read 14 Looking Up! 16 What’s Best For You 20 Consumer Clinic 22 In The Garden 24 Tree Nightmares 28 Auto Biographies 30 Technology 32 Health, Beauty & Wellbeing 36 Keech Super Hero 5K 40 Puzzles 42 Out & About 44

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St. Mary’s Carnival 5th July in Edlesborough

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t is carnival time again for the villages of Edlesborough, Eaton Bray, Northall and Dagnall on the 5th July from 12:30pm to 5pm. This year MUSIC comes to St. Mary’s carnival on Edlesborough Green as the theme for decorating floats and houses on the procession route. In the past 20 years the carnival has raised over two hundred thousand pounds for local charities, organisations and repairs to the historic church in Eaton Bray. This year the primary charities are the Leighton First Responders and 1st Eaton Bray and Edlesborough Scouts. The procession leaves from The Orchards in Eaton Bray at 12:30pm accompanied by a whole range of local characters, this year dressed to a musical theme, arriving at Edlesborough Green 45 minutes later.

Attractions include the famous Magic Dave children’s entertainer, Birds of Bray wild bird

display, Dan Cordell chainsaw wood carver, family dog show with sausage race, the Charmborough Ring portable bell tower; have a try at bell ringing and the classic vehicles display to name but a few. Around the carnival site will be in excess of 120 charity and independent stalls offering food, games, competitions, raffles; from plant stalls to hook the duck and barbeques to tennis coaching. The fun fair has even more attractions this year; the “big” Ferris wheel, the rotating wall of death, roundabouts for all ages and a whole array of huge inflatable castles, slides and assault courses. St. Mary’s carnival has a reputation for providing a good, traditional entertainment for the whole family. There really is something for everyone!

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The Town At The Crossroads - Part XIII

ollowing the establishment of the Church of England under Henry 8th and the anulment of his marriage to Catherine of Aragon at Dunstable Priory on the 23rd May, 1533, Henry (under Cranmer’s promptings) decided to kill two birds with one stone: namely to break the power of the residual Church once and for all and, at the same time get himself lots of lovely lolly.

Almost without exception, the Church (and the ordinary clergy) remained essentially Catholic in spirit and, so far as Henry was concerned, the basic change was simply that “for Pope, read King”. But it wasn’t that easy; many powerful people had their own ideas, aspirations and agendas. In particular, the embryonic Protestants referred to in my last article saw their great opportunity to burst forth and take over. But the players of these politico-religious cards didn’t put it quite like that to Henry; they suggested it was necessary for all church leaders, abbots, priors, canons and clergy to recognise Henry as Head of Church and Anne as his Queen. This was known as the “Act of Supremacy”.

There was already, however, considerable disquiet over Henry having usurped the Pope (and of his treatment of Catherine in favour of Anne) such that most clerics were extremely reluctant signatories. But the punishment for failing to sign was severe - as a few “refuseniks” found out to their cost, eg the Cistercian Abbot of Woburn (who was hanged). To make matters worse - and to increase Henry’s unpopularity still further - a large army was sent into the north country (where resistance was, perhaps, greatest) to put down an uprising. This incursion, called the “Pilgrimage of Grace” - a horrible euphemism - was brutal in the extreme and did absolutely nothing to enhance Henry’s reputation.

But gradually, by these and other acts of suppression, the former Roman Catholic Church was virtually crushed. Not completely, however, with people such as Sir Thomas More becoming effective martyrs for their faith. Even with the Prayer Book being in English rather than Latin, and changes in liturgy, there was general unrest and unease everywhere.

The Protestant proponents and the Catholic adherents were at each other’s throats and there was little philosophical logic or reason - it was purely a gut reaction of “we must change at all costs” on one hand and “we shall not be moved” on the other!

But, in Henry’s mind, Phase One was completed: the Church had been reduced to a pale shadow of its former glory, power and importance. It was now time for Phase Two and for the realisation of unimaginable riches following the “Dissolution of the Monasteries”. For many centuries, religious houses of all sizes had usually (but not always) amassed great wealth in the form of valuable artifacts and, especially, through vast land holdings. Henry felt that if he 8

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could get his hands on this wealth, he could conduct all manner of fine deeds (eg setting up new bishoprics, grammar schools and charitable funds) thereby - and simultaneously - restoring his lost popularity, Dream on, Henry!

Starting with the smaller, poorer houses in the mid 1530s (such as the nunneries at Markyate and Flamstead and the Friary at Dunstable), these places were reduced to rubble and anything of value (eg silver plate and lead roofing) removed. Each house was “persuaded” (!) to “surrender” and hope that its incumbents could find employment elsewhere; but entrepreneurs now saw the chance to pick up land at knock down prices and builders had the opportunity to help themselves to good building stone (as seen in the walls of older buildings along West Street). Furthermore, and since many people thought that it was about time the clergy got their comeuppance, by no means everyone was sorry to see the religious houses demolished.

Another bright idea of Henry’s was that Dunstable Priory should effectively become the cathedral for a new diocese in the south of the existing Diocese of Lincoln (which was felt to be too large). Consequently, plans for a new building were drawn up in great detail and costed to the last penny.

It was called the “Platt of Dunstabyl” and is presently stored in Hatfield House.

Perhaps you will recall that in the late 14th century, the good folk of Dunstable agreed with the then Prior that they would undertake the maintenance of that part of the original Priory which survives today in exchange for their being able to use this larger space rather than just the North Aisle (as hitherto). By extremely good fortune, this space became the parish church for Dunstable and Henry, in his infinite mercy (!), later ruled that parish churches should be spared demolition - even if they were part of a larger house. So our lovely Priory Church remains; thanks to an original argument (and subsequent settlement) between the townspeople of Dunstable and their Prior back in 1392.

Since it was to become a cathedral, some anticipatory demolition occurred about 1535 but, when this idea fell through, it surrendered on 31st December, 1539 - one of the last houses to do so.

Like so much with Henry, many hopes and plans came to naught: the anticipated son and heir of Anne Boleyn was another girl - the future Queen Elizabeth 1st: and his plans for schools in every county and for Dunstable to become a bishopric were sacrificed when his new found wealth was spent on further skirmishes with the French and the Scots - yet again! One thinks of the lines “the best laid plans of mice and men” I suppose that with hindsight, and even though he was undoubtedly a tyrant, we should feel a bit sorry for Henry.

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Dunstable Town Council is kicking off the Summer of Music with its fourth year of the increasingly popular Dunstable Live, paying tribute to some well loved acts from across the pond!

Starting the day off, there will be some jail house rocking with ‘Alvin as Elvis’, performing your favourite songs from the ‘The King’, moving onto ‘Debbie Nunn’ who will get you ‘into the groove’ performing much loved classics from the reigning Queen of pop, Madonna.

Moving up the pop monarchy, it’s time to show off your moonwalk and don your sparkling white glove as ‘Rock Wit You’ will be performing their homage to the late king of pop Michael Jackson.

For the penultimate band, you will be ‘dancing in the dark’ with the ‘East Street Band’ who will be performing classic songs from Bruce Springsteen such as ‘Born To Run’ and ‘Born In The USA’, while topping the night off, Grove House Garden will be filled with the sound of ‘Bon Giovi’ singing all of your favourite songs from Bon Jovi until 8 pm.

The King and Queen of Pop and the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll are coming to Grove House Gardens for a one night only FREE event! It’s safe to say that the royalty of the music industry has come to Dunstable!

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limb the stone steps to Edlesborough’s Church on the Hill and step inside!

On June 20th-22nd this magnificent landmark will swing open its heavy doors and pack the pews for a fabulous programme of music, merriment, and memorable moments at the annual Edlesborough Festival. For three days and two glorious nights the Edlesborough Festival promises to reach the parts that other festivals do not reach!

“There really is something for everyone,” said Christine Yates from the Friends of the Church on the Hill. “We want as many people as possible to come along and enjoy themselves at this aweinspiring venue. It really is going to be a great festival. “ The weekend begins on Friday morning with an art class located within the beautiful surroundings of the churchyard, offering panoramic views, followed by flower arranging in the church. Both of these sessions can be booked with chris@ brooklyns.org.uk The music programme starts on Friday night when world renowned Irish traditional musicians – John Devine and Family will bringing the church alive with uilleann pipes, Irish whistle, st ballads and Irish dancing. The Devine family have been bringing the roots of Ireland to pubs, London stages and festivals far and wide and promise a night to remember.

On Saturday afternoon, the Dagnall Community Choir and countless children from schools from three counties will sing, harmonise, smile and warm the hearts of the audience in the Festival’s Choirfest. Smaller children in the audience are invited to dress as Midsummer Fairies and Gal-

lant Knights – there will be prizes for the best.

Local MP and Speaker of the House, Rt. Hon. John Bercow, will officially open the afternoon and sit back to enjoy the young voices. “I am delighted to be part of the festival again” said Mr Bercow, who also officially opened the first ever Edlesborough Festival in 2013.

On Saturday evening, while the sun sets over the Vale of Aylesbury, visitors can enjoy the longest day of the year with an exciting evening of music that will go down in the history of the church.

Good times are guaranteed. Our Sparking Sunset Party offers live music and cool sparkling beverages to toast the summer solstice sunset from this noble, elevated landmark.

A Heritage Craft day on Sunday will welcome demonstrators of lace making, straw plaiting, church hand bell ringing, quilting, wood carving, spinning, stained glass working and other traditional crafts. There is an opportunity to meet and hear the tales of a mediaeval knight, with his full set of armoury and try your hand at brass rubbing, or simply tuck into cream teas.

Our Church on the Hill is very special. We want the community to use it, enjoy it and share the music, history and good times. Funds raised from the festival will be used to improve facilities for St. Mary the Virgin, Edlesborough.

For further information on the Edlesborough Festival, go to Friends of Church on the Hill Facebook or www.edlesboroughchurch.org.uk While you’re there, take a look at details of the photography competition for children up to 16 yrs., who are invited to get involved and turn their cameras to creating their own original/creatively artistic views of the church. Prizes and a trophy to be won.

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FESTIVAL 2014 Mid-Summer Music : Heritage Crafts Schools and Community Choir Festival Painting and Flower Arranging Classes Medieval Knight : Cream Teas : Bar www.edlesboroughchurch.org.uk

Come to Eaton Bray Village Hall to collect a roving ticket (just £5) giving admission to 10 lovely gardens varying in size and design from a tropical garden to a home for a dragon.

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FESTIVAL Sat. 21st June: 7.00 for 7.30 pm EDLESBOROUGH at the Church on the Hill Fri. 20th June: 7.00 for 7.30 pm at the Church on the Hill

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10.30am Art Workshop followed by the 'Sparkling Sunset Party' at 9.30 £20 Including Materials (Contact Christine to book: 01525 220739) EDLESBOROUGH FES 3.00 pm Flower Arranging Workshop Sat. 21st June: 7.00 for 7.30 pm at the Churc Free. Contact Christine to book: 01525 220739 'Chill on the Hill 7.30 pm The Devine Family & Friends followed by the 'Sparkling Sunset Party £8 Adults/£5children *

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July finds Saturn a bit lower down in the sky towards the south-west. In a telescope Saturn is simply spectacular. You’ll be able to see the planet’s rings very clearly, along with some of Saturn’s moons.

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BBC Flog It Returns to Tring Market Auctions!

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Saturday, 21 June, 11am

Flog It will be holding a valuation day at English Heritage’s Wrest Park House and Gardens at Silsoe near Luton, Bedfordshire on Thursday 26th June between 10am and 4.30pm.

Members of the public are invited to bring along up to three antiques or collectables to the event and have them valued free of charge by a team of experts from the popular BBC antiques series.

Items selected for inclusion in the Flog It TV series will be sent to Tring Market Auctions, Brook Street, Tring, Hertfordshire, HP23 5EF to go under the hammer on Friday 25th July.

The sale will start at 11am and viewing is available until 9am on that morning, and also between 9am and 8pm on Thursday 24th July. Everyone who goes along to the event at Wrest Park will have their items valued; regardless of if they are selected for inclusion in the auction.

The five editions of Flog It recorded at Wrest Park House and Gardens and Tring Market Auctions will be broadcast as part of the 13th series of the antiques show.

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Consumer Clinic

By Jonathan Vernon-Smith

Buying and Selling Houses the Savvy Way!

You can listen to The JVS Show every weekday morning from 9am on BBC Three Counties Radio They say that death of a loved one and divorce are the top two most stressful experiences in your life. Well number three must be moving house! Anyone who has moved will remember the stomach churning worry and the logistical nightmare that is buying and selling houses. However, there are some things you can do to not only make the process easier, but also demonstrate that you’re a savvy consumer.

Here are my top tips:

who want 1.5%, why would you even consider paying more? Get them to agree to match the other agent’s fee. If they’re not prepared to reduce their fee, then they’re not hungry enough for their commission and will not try hard enough to find a buyer. Look at their pictures on websites like Rightmove and Zoopla to ensure that they make other houses and flats look nice and ensure their descriptions are nicely written.

When you decide that you want to move (please really do make sure you do as there’s nothing as unfair as a seller who changes their mind when emotions and money have been spent), assess the market. Is it a buyers or a seller’s environment?

At the moment, property prices in most areas are increasing, which for sellers is great, but means buyers are having to dig deeper into their pockets to secure a deal. During tough economic times, property prices tend to fall which means a savvy buyer can bag a bargain.

Generally it’s better to sell your property before you agree to buy somewhere. Ultimately until you know how much you can achieve for your property, you don’t really know how much you can afford to spend on another. You should stipulate to your estate agents though that any buyer will afford you reasonable patience while you find somewhere to buy.

Always get at least three good, reputable, local agents round to value your house. Ask them for a sensible price at which to market your property and ask them what they will do to get those prospective buyers through the door. Always establish their fee and NEVER agree to pay any money upfront. Always ensure that you pay their fee on completion of a deal and for goodness sake, haggle! If one of the agents is prepared to market the property for a 1% fee as opposed to the other two 22

Always employ the services of a totally independent mortgage advisor with access to all companies and who is prepared to recommend the best mortgage for you and NOT for them.

You will find that most estate agents will try to persuade you to use the services of their own conveyancing solicitor. I personally do not like the idea of this. To me, it’s a complete conflict of interest (particularly if both the buyer and seller use the same solicitor). You need a legal advisor who is completely independent and looking out for your interests, not someone who is under pressure from an estate agent to

hurry up and complete a sale. My advice is to ask friends and family members who have moved recently to recommend a good conveyancing solicitor to you. Also, remember that you should get some different quotes for this service and never be afraid to haggle with them.

When it comes to you putting in an offer for the house of your dreams, you will need to again assess the market environment you’re working within. If the market is good and there are not many properties available, but lots of buyers competing, then it’s normally better to go in with a high offer on the basis that marketing of the property is ceased immediately. In a falling market, then a cheeky, low offer may just bag you a bargain.

One final piece of advice I would like to share with you, is to be open and honest with people. Sadly property deals in this country can be messy, unpleasant affairs. However, I do not think we should sink to the levels of others. Be upfront with both your buyers and the vendors of the property you’re buying and treat them in the way you would like to be treated. Always ask to meet both parties so they get to know you and find it easier to also be transparent.

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Can I Cut My Neighbour’s Tree Back?

If your neighbour’s tree hangs over into your land you should firstly ask your neighbour to trim back the tree. If they refuse or ignore your request, you are well within your rights to trim the tree back yourself but only the parts that overhang your land and you can only trim back to the boundary line. There is, however, an exception to the above when there is a Tree Preservation Order in place protecting the tree. If this is the case you will need to seek authority from the local authority before taking any steps.

I Live In A Conservation Area.

Trees are thought to contribute to the character of conservation areas, so even if the tree in question isn't subject to a preservation order, if you live in one of these areas, you'll need to contact the council to give notice of proposed work. This applies to trees with a trunk diameter greater than 75mm measured 1.5m above ground level.

You can't start work before a six week notice period has elapsed unless the council gives you permission to go ahead before then. Dead, dying and dangerous trees are exempt, but you'll still need to check with the council to ensure this applies to your tree. Once again, you can be prosecuted and fined if you don't follow the rules.

My Neighbour’s Tree Is Dangerous, What Can I Do?

In England and Wales, local authorities have powers to deal with trees on private property which are on the point of causing damage. A local authority can:make the tree safe, if it is on the point of causing damage and are asked to do so by the owner of the land on which the tree stands. The local authority will recover the costs of doing this from the owner make a tree safe on someone else’s land, if asked to do so by a neighbour whose property is in imminent danger from the tree and the owner of the land on which the tree stands is not known s serve a notice on someone who has a tree which is on the point of causing damage to the property of a 28

neighbour and that neighbour asks the local authority to take action. The owner of the tree must comply with the notice. If they do not, the local authority will do the necessary work and recover the costs from the owner. The owner can appeal to the county court against the notice.

If you want the local authority to take action, you will need to find out which department deals with dangerous trees as this varies from one local authority to another.

You can then ask this department to check the condition of the tree. It is up to the local authority to decide if the tree is on the point of causing damage. If they consider it is not on the point of causing damage, they don't have to take any action. An overhanging tree may also be a danger. For example, most parts of a yew tree are poisonous.

If any damage or injury is caused, the tree owner will be liable to pay compensation if a person affected brings a claim for damages.

My Neighbour’s Tree Is Blocking Out My Light

There are no laws that allow a right to light per se and you will be unable to force the neighbour to do anything.

But if the tree is blocking light from a window in your house or a green house, you can acquire the right to light with the help of your local authority and you should contact them first to see how helpful they might be. If you have enjoyed a certain level of light for 20 uninterrupted years the law states that it is reasonable for you to expect the same level of light and you can go to court for relief.

You should also check your deeds to see if they contain a covenant stating that your neighbour must not block your light.

If I Cut My Neighbour’s Tree Can I Dispose Of The Branches?

You are actually required by law to hand the cut branches back to your neighbor as they form part of the tree that is their property. However, unless it’s a fruit tree it is unlikely that they will want them back as they will only have to dispose of the debris. You should ask them if they do want the branches back and if they say no record it in writing before disposing of them.

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An absolute given in countries like Russia, Japan and the USA, only 3% of British drivers currently own a dash cam, but the trend is on the increase. A recent RAC survey found that 4 out of 10 car owners would consider buying one, and that a fifth of current dash cams are used to guard against ‘cash for crash’ scams.

False insurance claims are growing, and one common way of faking it is to set up a collision and claim the crash was the fault of the innocent party. If you’re the victim in a case like this, capturing the event on camera could help prove your innocence and bring the bad guys to justice.

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If you have a lot of rough and hard skin, foot conditions such as athletes foot, fungal nail infection, an ingrowing toe nail, calluses, corns or verrucas, a session or a number of appointments with a chiropodist or podiatrist is recommended. The terms are interchangeable, but strictly in the UK, ‘Podiatrist’ is a reserved title meaning that it can only be used by those registered with the Health Professions Council.

Inside the profession, chiropody is used to suggest the routine processes of foot care, whilst podiatry is indicative of the higher skills and academic levels.

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• Next, file your nails using an emery board. File them so they are smooth, neat and square.

• It’s good to soak your feet in a bowl of warm water and use a foot scrub or lotion to get them clean and feeling smooth and silky.

• Various tools and devices are available to help you file hard and crusty skin to make it smooth. At home and at a beautician’s this is likely to be a pumice based product.

A chiropodist is more likely to use a blade.

• Apply moisturising cream daily and massage it in well, including between the toes.

Let it dry before putting on socks or tights, as persisting dampness can cause fungus or athletes foot.

• Once a week, gently push back your cuticles with a cuticle stick to keep your toes healthy.

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Danny Kerr is one of the first superheroes to sign up and is planning on dressing up as Super Bramingham Bear – the hospice mascot - while running in memory of his daughter Lexi. Due to trauma during birth, Danny and his wife Sam were told the devastating news that Lexi would not make it through the night.

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Sam said “We were offered the opportunity to be cared for at Keech Care Hospice. Initially we were very worried. It’s a hospice after all – somewhere you go to die. Actually coming here was an eye opener. We felt at home straightaway.”

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Lennon, who is deaf, mute, partially sighted and permanently hooked up to medical tubes, does not have a diagnosis for his condition, regularly attends Keech Hospice Care and has been using their services for the last 5 years. The family will dress up as caped crusaders and will fly around the course, as a family being cheered on by Dad, Ian Ruffles and younger sister Florence aged 1 year old.

Nikki said “We are all really excited to be taking part in this superhero run as a family. Keech Hospice Care means the world to us as they have supported us for years.

As Lennon has lots of complex needs, Keech is one of the only places that we know he is safe but

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Lennon also loves swimming and he is able to do this at Keech. Unlike most swimming pools, Keech’s hydrotherapy pool is heated both inside and outside the pool allowing for Lennon and other children to get in and out the pool without fearing a risk of a seizure. We come for swims as a family which allows us to have quality family time all together which doesn’t happen often.

We decided to become superheroes and sign up for the Keech superhero run to give back to the charity that has helped us so much over the years. It is going to be lots of fun and a massive bonus is that we can complete the challenge as a family all together. The course is wheelchair friendly and not too long a distance meaning that it is ideal for families like ours. We are excited about seeing all the other superheroes on the day!”

Mark Relf, Events and Community Fundraising Manager said “Why not sign up and unleash the superhero in you and join Lennon and his family.

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HOMESTART Have you got just 2 to 3 hours to spare each week to support a local young family who are struggling to cope? The charity Home-Start is looking for caring parents and grandparents. All training and support is given and expenses paid. It’s a great way to gain new skills, make friends and really make a difference to your community.

Tel: 01582 660061 office@home-startcentralbeds.org.uk www.home-startcentralbeds.org.uk

BREAKOUT SOCIAL CLUB We are a club for the over forty fives, not a singles club but a social club for people who enjoy going out but are on their own, where they can meet like-minded people, with a varied monthly programme covering Disco’s, Pub lunch’s, walks, parties and much, much more, we meet once a week in the front bar at the Conservative Club, High street North Dunstable For more information please contact Sandy on 07813 262556 TODDINGTON HELPING HANDS We are a group of about 30 volunteers who provide lifts to the doctors, dentists, hospitals, hairdressers etc for the residents of Toddington, Chalgrave, Wingfield and Tebworth.

We also carry out the delivery of prescriptions, shopping and general errand running to those who are not able to do so themselves.

During the last quarter we completed in excess of 400 jobs in the local community.

We now urgently need more volunteer drivers.

Tel: 01525 633660 WATLING STREET CLUB We are an independent social club for ex-Rotarians and similarly minded people and have been in existence for nearly 3 years. We are named ‘The Watling Street Club’ as our members form a link along the Watling Street. We meet every Thursday evening at the ‘Old Hunter’s Lodge’ Whipsnade for a meal and speaker.

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DUNSTABLE BRIDGE CLUB We meet every Monday (except bank holidays) in Chews House in High Street South, Dunstable, from 1pm to 5pm. We would welcome new members of all standards and you do not need a partner. If anyone is interested please call: 01582 664485 THE BOGTROTTERS The Bogtrotters (Dunstable and District Walking and Hostelling Group) are a group of about 90 walkers, hikers and hostellers. We run a surprisingly diverse range of activities, including half and full day walks, hostelling trips, meals and evening activities.

New members are always welcome.

Prospective members are invited to get in touch via the website, give us a ring or just turn up to an event or walk.

Enquiries@dunstablebogtrotters.co.uk www.dunstablebogtrotters.co.uk 01582 865966 Sue or Julian DUNSTABLE WI Dunstable Downside WI meet two evenings a month on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays at Watling Lower School Bullpond Lane at 7.0pm. We are friendly group and like to enjoy ourselves. We have a wide range of speakers with different talents and crafts, and also Quiz nights to test our brains. We welcome new members so join us and make new friends.

June 12th - Dunstable in Bloom talk

by John Crawley June 26th - WI Summer outing 10th July - Providing tea with the Queen talk by Dot Wigg 17th July - Summer Garden Party For more information telephone Chris Brewin 01582 520361 Chairperson FRIENDS OF STUDHAM COMMON We are a friendly,voluntary group whose aim is to conserve,maintain and promote Studham Common as a haven for wildlife and a place for everyone to enjoy.For this purpose we meet as a work party on the third Saturday of each month (except Dec.) The work is not onerous and we enjoy the exercise and the good company –and a picnic lunch is provided! Details from Pam on 01582 872608 pamrumfitt@btinternet.com

CHILTERN GATEWAY CENTRE Chilterns Gateway Centre Shop, 01582 500925 Chilli Festival

14th June 11am - 5pm FREE Discover all things chilli at the Dunstable Downs Chilli Festival!

From hot sauces and oils to chilli cheese, pickles and plants there’s something for everyone ‘ how ever spicy you like things. Free entry, normal parking charges applies.

Orchid and nature walk

5th July 11am - 1pm £2 per Ticket Enjoy a 2 hour walk to look for the creatures that call Whipsnade Downs home.

The Ranger team will guide you through the different fascinating and beautiful wildlife and plant life found at the Downs. There will be walking up and down the hills.

Kite Festival

26th & 27th July 11am - 5pm FREE Enjoy the fantastic atmosphere as you’re bedazzled by the professional kite team’s show stopping displays.

Enthusiasts from around the world will gather for our annual Kite Festival. Featuring fantastic flying displays, giant kite displays, synchronised team routines and power kites. Children’s activities, craft stalls and much more.

Taste the BBQ and ice cream while you watch countless awe inspiring displays and enjoy all the fun of the fair.

THE HEALING TRUST Ardley Hill School, Lowther Rd, Each Thursday evening 7.30 - 9pm.

No charge, donations accepted.

NFSH contact Pam Hill on 01582 606182 Come for interest or healing.

PRIORY HOUSE Priory House Heritage Centre Tel: 01582 891420 FATHER’S DAY AFTERNOON TEA Sunday 15th June. 1pm - 4.30 £15.50 per person Three courses of savories & sandwiches, scones and cakes in the fully licensed Priory House Tea Rooms Bookings must be made in advance CLASSIC MOTOR RALLY Saturday 7th June 10am - 4pm Priory Gardens.

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With six categories of vehicles this year including Pre-War, Commercial and the all new Military category, there is bound to be something for everyone.

The event is FREE for visitors and exhibitors alike and with a variety of stalls available it will be the perfect day out for the whole family.

The Priory House Tea Rooms will be serving refreshments throughout the day so why not treat yourself to a relaxing lunch, before heading out to hear the results of the category winners.

Vehicle entry is FREE, just download a form from our website or pop in and collect one in person.

LAZY SUMMER SUNDAY’S Priory House Tea Rooms will be open 12pm - 4pm on Sundays during July and August. Starting 6th July TEA TIME TALES Talks of local and national interest with tea or coffee and a pastry.

Alternate Thursday afternoons 2.30 - 4.00pm £4.75 per person June 12th Flora and Fauna of Ashridge, Dunstable and the surrounding area Roz Kearey, Dunstable Town Guide June 26th The Bedfordshire Regiment - Ian Mould, Military Enthusiast July 10th Through the Himalayas Part II - Paul Heley, Dunstable Town Guide July 24th Puzzles Unlimited; Travels in a puzzling world of crosswords and numbers - Peter Wade-Wright, Dunstable Town Guide

BREATHEASY Do you suffer from a lung condition?

Then why not come and join our local Support group - breatheasy Part of the British lung foundation.

We meet on the 2nd Thursday of the month at peter newton pavilion (Behind tesco) 2 - 4pm carers also welcome As well as supporting each other we have a variety of speakers and also arrange day trips out.

New members most welcome More info phone michael on 01582 602348 PRIORY LADIES We are a lively group of ladies, if you like interesting talks, meeting people and occasional trips out then why not join us!

We meet on the second and fourth Wednesday of the month 8.00pm 10.00pm Meetings are held at Chews House, 77 High Street South, Dunstable LU6 3SF There will be a Spring Dinner at Dunstable Downs Golf Club during April.

Tel: Monica 01582 667030 or Barbara 01582 606300 DUNSTABLE LADIES CHOIR Ladies - new members are welcome to join our choir. If you enjoy singing why not come to a Tuesday evening rehearsal from 7.30-9.30pm at Houghton Regis Baptist Church, Hammersmith Gardens LU5 5RG and give us a try. No audition necessary. We also have a lively social life including meals out, get-togethers and trips to concerts and shows.

Dunstable Ladies Choir Spring Further details from Pat Jackson 01582 520302.

HOUGHTON REGIS BOWLS CLUB Open day on the 4th may from 11am to around 4pm The only thing needed is flat soled shoes.

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Tel:Joan Fossey 01582 665392 SUNDAY BAND CONCERTS Once again, Grove House Gardens and Dunstable Town Council presents to you the Sunday Band Concerts for 2014!

Continuing the Summer of Music, there will be eight outdoor brass band concerts for all ages to enjoy from 29 June to 24 August. The first four concerts will feature traditional brass band music, while the following four concerts will be specifically themed with songs you will recognise from TV, films and the West End, following with big band music, and music from the last night at the proms.

Every concert lasts from 3 pm to 4.45 pm with a ten minute intermission. There will be refreshments including tea, coffee and juices provided in Grove Corner during this time. Chairs will be provided but you are welcome to bring your own.

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29th June Dunstable Town Band Traditional Band Concert 6th June Hertfordshire Town Band Traditional Band Concert 13th July Leighton-Linslade Concert Band Traditional Band Concert 27th July Welwyn Garden City Band Traditional Band Concert 3rd August Hitchin Band Songs from the West End FRIENDS OF STUDHAM COMMON We are a friendly,voluntary group whose aim is to conserve,maintain and promote Studham Common as a haven for wildlife and a place for everyone to enjoy.For this purpose we meet as a work party on the third Saturday of each month (except Dec.) The work is not onerous and we enjoy the exercise and the good company –and a picnic lunch is provided!

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