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ENTERTAINMENT The Guide 2 Your Month Thread Festival Talking to Michael Palin

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Here you might expect a jovial message of greetings and salutations from this delectable publication courtesy of a certain Mr D’Arcy. Alas, it is not he who writes this opening page – for you see it would appear that D’Arcy has found his Miss Bennet. It is I, his surrogate compiler/editor/writer/puppet, who writes to confirm that the old cad has wed and is currently enjoying the blissful surrounds of a far-flung country for his honeymoon. Aw. We should note that at this point, unlike Jane Austen’s classic, Mr D’Arcy’s first name is not Fitzwilliam, nor is his bride actually called Elizabeth Bennet. However, for the sense of poetic licence, we’re sure you’ll appreciate the comparison. Anyway, we at TGHQ will take this opportunity to offer our hugest and heartiest congratulations to the brainchild of this publication and assure him that we are, in fact, equipped to deal with his absence. We hope...

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But onwards, upwards and forwards we must go – and onto the magazine proper. As we wave a teary goodbye to the summer months, we must look to September. This is the month of seasonal transition, children returning to school and (as the month draws on) a lengthy debate about the suitability of putting on the heating. In the words of Lord Eddard Stark – winter is coming… Anyway, whether you’re on a train, on the sofa, in your place of business or on the lavatory: read on! And most importantly, enjoy… This product is published by TG Media Group (trading under The Good Time Guide Ltd.) Address: TG Media Group, Unit 6 Cobbett Park, 22 – 28 Moorfield Road, Slyfield Industrial Estate,Guildford, Surrey GU1 1RU Main Switchboard: 01483 456001 General Enquiries: info@tgmediagroup.co.uk Managing Director: Fiona Knowlton Creative Director: Alex D’Arcy-Orga Commercial Director: Keeley Allen Operations Director: Helen Askew Photographer: Fiona Digby-Jones Designers: Emma Lewis This product is printed by Acorn.

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Your Community News PAINT FLEET PINK IN OCTOBER

Fleet goes pink next month (10th - 17th October) for a week of fun and fundraising in support of the Frimley Park Hospital Breast Care Appeal. Residents, businesses, clubs, societies, shops and schools are invited to put on their own fundraising events during the week, donating raffle prizes, services, attending one of the many events going on during the week or just donating to one of the collection boxes around the town. Events planned so far include a Pink Salsa night at El Castello restaurant, Bollywood Night at WE, a Fashion Show by Emma at Experience, a Trip Down Memory Lane talk and Ladies in Red singers, Afternoon Tea at the Four Seasons Hotel

including a talk by a fashion stylist and a shopping evening at Sugarplum boutique. And all this kicks off in the Hart Centre on Saturday 10th October at 10am. The Breast Care Appeal is for a dedicated Breast unit that will provide a more personal and dignified form of care for people at a very vulnerable time in their lives. A 3D mammography scanner which will enable the Breast team to diagnose Cancer earlier and with greater accuracy. The team see 6,000 people a year with the incidence of breast cancer in Hampshire, Surrey and Berkshire is higher than the national average. From 2009 to 2012 the number of Breast cancers diagnosed at Frimley increased by 25%.

There’s plenty of time to plan an event and get involved so for more info email Kim & Sally at paintfleetpinkweek@hotmail.com.

EXHIBITION - THE WOMEN OF SURREY HEATH SATURDAY 5TH SEPTEMBER - SATURDAY 31ST OCTOBER | ENTRY: FREE This exhibition documents the extraordinary wealth of famous, talented and interesting females to have come out of Surrey Heath. Find out more about the female characters locally and their impact on society. One such lady was English composer and a prominent member of the women’s suffrage movement, Dame Ethel Mary Smyth, pictured right. Smyth was born in London but lived at Frimhurst, near Frimley Green for many years. From 1913 onwards, she began gradually to lose her hearing and managed to complete

only four more ma jor works before deafness brought her composing career to an end. However, her uncompromising and energetic spirit led her to become a driving force, alongside Emily Pankhurst, in the women’s movement and her battle song The March of the Women, was sung by suffragettes throughout London. Learn about more other fascinating lives at this unmissable exhibition this autumn.

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COFFEE FOR A CAUSE: MACMILLAN COFFEE MORNING UK RETURNS OF 25TH SEPTEMBER

FARNBOROUGH VOLUNTEER RECEIVES THE RUSHMOOR COMMUNITY AWARD 2015

On Friday 25th September, people all over Surrey and the UK will be raising a mug in aid of Macmillan Cancer Care. The World’s Biggest Coffee Morning is Macmillan’s biggest fundraising event for people facing cancer. They ask people from all over the UK to host their own Coffee Mornings and donations on the day are made to Macmillan. Last year alone they raised £25 million and this year are aiming to raise even more. The first ever Coffee Morning happened back in 1990. The idea was simple: a few guests would gather over coffee and donate the cost of their cuppa to Macmillan in the process. It was so effective, the charity repeated it again the next year – only this time nationally. Since then, Coffee Morning has raised over £138 million for Macmillan. With thousands of coffee mornings taking place, you’re bound to find one near you.

Just head to coffee.macmillan.org.uk for more information.

£90M COUNTY PROJECT TO REVAMP NORTH HAMPSHIRE SCHOOLS Several schools across North Hampshire are seeing sweeping expansion projects in order to improve facilities and provide much needed extra spaces. Projects are currently taking place in Aldershot, Hook, Hartley Wintney and Cove, with others set to follow in Odiham and Yateley. £10m is already being spent on Greenfields Junior School in Hartley Wintney as part of an £18m investment to increase the number of school places available in northeast Hampshire. The local authority’s schools programme, totalling more than £90m in value, looks set to be completed over the next three years and provide nearly 5,000 places. Four new schools are included in the

programme, including the David Kirk Academy being built in Aldershot as part of the Wellesley development, a year-long project starting in late 2016. Other schemes include a £4.42m project to expand Buryfields Infant and Mayhill Junior School in Odiham to three-form entry, as well as adding primary places in Yateley and Frogmore. These investments are part of the county’s strategy to provide more than 11,000 new primary school places across the county by 2018. Cllr Peter Edgar, executive member for education, said the investment was “excellent news for the county’s children and for our economy”.

TROUBLED BLACKWATER PUB TO GET NEW LEASE OF LIFE AS A VETS The Canterbury’s pub could become a veterinary centre specialising in the treatment of small pets with complex medical problems, cancer and associated surgery. The former pub, which has been empty since 2008, is the subject of a bid being considered by Hart District Council which could see the site turned into a centre that would include three consulting rooms, specialist recovery, sleeping, operating and administration rooms, and welfare areas for staff and petowners. There will also be parking

for about 17 cars. A former ‘problem’ pub, the Canterbury’s was closed in 2008 following a public order incident involving two men who allegedly attacked another person in the pub with a baseball bat and a firearm. Another incident at the pub involving a firearm had occurred only a year before. If approved by the council, the building would likely be demolished and the new centre built to replace it.

Farnborough’s most dedicated volunteer, joy Cross, has been recognised with the Rushmoor Community Award for 2015, in recognition of her years of service to the community. The Rushmoor Community Award is an annual award, organised by Rushmoor Borough Council, to recognise local people who have made a significant contribution to the community. Joy has been volunteering for many years as a supporter of the Community Matters Partnership Project and is an active member of the Cove Brook Greenway group. She is also well-known for her fundraising activities for charity. These activities include organising many events, raising thousands of pounds for local charities, including the Gaming Zone, Frimley Park Hospital’s Breast Care Appeal and for Parity for Disability. One of the many successful events was a ‘Ground Force’ style event to transform a garden at Wavell School in Farnborough. Joy has also collected more than 2,000 bras to raise funds for the Hampshire and Isle of Wight Air Ambulance charity since 2011. Joy was nominated for the award by Christine Eustace, Director of Community Engagement at The Sixth Form College, Farnborough, who said: “Joy will always go out of her way to support a cause that touches her. This might be the plight of a young person who needs to get back on the road to success, or the state of the Cove Brook which, when cleared, is a wonderful resource for all to use. Joy is a prime example of a person who never sits back and waits for somebody else to pick up the gauntlet - she truly cares and considers the community she lives and works in.” On presenting Joy with the award the Mayor of Farnborough, Cllr Martin Tenant, said: “These awards give us the opportunity to acknowledge the efforts of people like Joy. We are delighted to be able to give her this award and to officially thank her for her commitment to helping others and for her dedicated voluntary service and fundraising efforts.”

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SURREY SEARCH & RESCUE:

HOW YOU CAN HELP

As you may well be aware, we at The Guide 2 have been covering Surrey Search and Rescue as our designated Charity for 2015. We’ve looked at what they do, who they help and just how important they are. But the one thing we haven’t yet told you, reader, is how you can help. So here’s a little guide giving you, the good people of Surrey and the surrounding areas, a chance to be a part of the good work they do… Surrey Search and Rescue is entirely staffed by volunteers and relies completely on donations in order to procure equipment and run.

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Schools:

If you are a local business owner, you will know the important part you play in the local economy, as well as how important it is for your business to give back to the community. You can help by opting to have a team sponsored activity (Bob from accounts could jump out of a plane for charity), or your staff could contact Surrey Search and Rescue and volunteer their time to hide for Search Dog training. It could even be as simple as having a collection tin on your counter. It all adds up…

Helping kids understand the dangers of water and remote areas gives them the tools to use those areas safely. The team is always happy to talk to future generations of Search Technicians about the exciting and rewarding work they do.

Event Managers: It is important to remember that Surrey Search and Rescue are professionals and their array of expertise is for hire. If you’re looking for First Aid cover at an event or looking for Marshals then SurSAR can help out. Their water team regular provides safety cover for water events, so be sure to contact them and see how they can help. Speaking of the water team, if you have an office by a large body of water, you can get the team to come in and provide training with rescue equipment such as throw lines. This provides great piece of mind, with staff spending lunch breaks by the rivers and lakes that are by work places around the county.

Rescue and Outdoor Equipment Companies: Want your product tested to the max? Why not contact the team to see how you can help each other with developing new products, testing and fielding them.

And Finally Dog Owners: The time it takes to train a search dog is not as long as you think; but we all know that a dog’s working life is sadly not as long as ours. The team are always looking for new Search Dogs and owners to join their K9 team. The dogs don’t have to be specially bred, they just need a playful nature and a real urge to have fun! The team’s dogs are some of the best dogs in the country but to the dog, it’s all a game; all for a ball…

To find out more about joining the team at Surrey Search and Rescue, visit sursar.org.uk/joining-info

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Care in the Community With winter fast approaching, a familiar topic returns to the spotlight – just how well do we treat the elderly in our community?

t’s now well known that, in the UK as a whole, the collective population is aging. Over the period from 1985 to 2010 the number of people aged 65 and over in the UK increased by 20% to 10.3 million. Surrey reflects this trend, with 18.05% of the county’s population aged 65 and over in 2013, in comparison to England estimates of 17.43%. The politics of how we are equipped to deal with a steadily aging populous has been well-discussed; but what about how to take care of our elderly nearest and dearest? The fact is that the Surrey population aged 70 and over is set to explode in the coming years, with the subsequent health-related issues likely to put a massive strain on resources. We in Surrey are fortunate in that, as an affluent county, there are numerous care homes in which to help out. But we can do more to help the aging population of Surrey and

beyond in other ways too. In recent months we at TGHQ have been emphasising the importance of volunteering – so why not do so at a care home? Many of the care homes in the area would appreciate people offering some of their free time to aid them. Young people can do so for work experience or Duke of Edinburgh Awards schemes too. The work of Age UK Surrey could not happen without the group of dedicated volunteers of all ages. These people are involved in every aspect of their work in providing care and opportunities for older people to make their lives better and easier. So if you have the time, then why not commit some of it to this worthy cause? Age UK Surrey has numerous volunteer job opportunities. Call 01483 503 414 or visit ageuk.org.uk/surrey to find out more.

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Kingsbury Court Care Home

Cedar Court Care Home

Guildford Road, Bisley

Essex Drive, Cranleigh

At the Maria Mallaband Care Group - one of the UK’s leading care home providers - the belief is that growing old is more exciting than ever. The group are pleased to introduce our beautiful new home “Kingsbury Court” which is now open for residents.

Keeping mind and body active. Residents at Cedar Court Care Home, Cranleigh regularly enjoy a host of activities, shows and day trips.

Kingsbury Court is a 60 bedded superior development located in the picturesque village of Bisley, Surrey, providing 5 star luxury accommodation, and outstanding specialist care. All 60 bedrooms are en-suite, with charming views of our landscaped gardens, and decorated to an elegant hotel standard, whilst incorporating leading safety features and state of the art nurse call system. The home is finished to a lavish standard throughout, offering comfort, elegance and security, and our facilities include a café, a number of quiet lounges, cinema, hair salon, and complimentary therapies. Kingsbury Court would like to invite you to pop in and use our cafe, perhaps you or someone you know lives alone and would like to visit for lunch and a chat and whilst here visit the on-site hair salon, or even utilise the assisted bathing facilities. They will also be offering film afternoons, and screenings of special events which will be open to the local community in their cinema. There’s little doubt that moving to a care home can be a daunting experience, and the team are here to help, so why not visit us at anytime. Kingsbury Court will also be holding a number of open days, coffee mornings, and breakfast meetings in the coming months, so they can ensure that you have the Kingsbury Court diary to keep you up to date with events in the home. Contact them 01483 494186 or mmcgcarehomes.co.uk

The Elderly in Surrey There’s an estimated 217,400 over sixty-five yearolds in Surrey, which is just over 20% of the entire county’s population. Average cost of a care home in Surrey is just under £1,000 per month 72% of all adult care in Surrey is related to those aged 65 and older There approximately 2,500 placements into Nursing and Care homes in Surrey each year

Stimulating mind and body is integral to the well-being of all of us and especially the elderly. Keeping up with hobbies and interests that we have enjoyed throughout the years provides comfort and enjoyment. Michael Gains, Activities Coordinator, at Cedar Court, is passionate about creating a programme that enables the residents to continue active lifestyles. “We promote resident well-being through our diverse activities programme that caters to a wide range of tastes and interests. Many of our residents feel rejuvenated after just a short time at Cedar Court,” Michael said. Complementing the special events at Cedar Court, Michael frequently organises day trips for the residents. Places of interest visited include, RHS Wisley, Notcutts Garden Centre, Graysott Pottery, Lightbox Museum, Woking, Denbies Vineyard and Brighton. Day to day activities within the home also cater for those who are less able to enjoy events beyond Cedar Court. Every week entertainers and school children visit and provide music, theatre and dance as well as providing vital links with the community. The hard work at Cedar Court doesn’t go unnoticed. In November 2014, the team was awarded the prestigious Surrey Care Association - Involving Friends, Family and Community Award. Contact them 01483 342 161 or cedarcourtcarehome.co.uk

Source: surreyi.gov.uk Life expectancy at birth in Surrey is 80.8 years for men and 84.3 years for women, which is higher than the England averages (78.6 and 82.6 respectively) The future estimates of health-related issues in Surrey’s 65+ population is expected to increase between 12 and 20% by 2020 Surrey Heath is expected to see the sharpest rise in those aged 65+ over the next five years, with a projected 45% rise between 2013 and 2020

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Astor Care and Nursing

Lower Guildford Road, Knaphill

Astor Care and Nursing is a family-run Homecare and Nursing provider which started in 1990 in Knaphill near Woking. The centre care for many people in Surrey and received a rating of ‘Excellent’ from the Care Quality Commission, who are the regulators of homecare businesses, at their last inspection. There are many reasons why people require some extra help at various times in their life. Astor Care and Nursing can arrange for one of their kind and highly competent carers to come to your home and help you or family members with any of the following tasks: personal care, bathing, hair-washing, companionship, simple cooking, shopping, medication management and light domestic duties. They can also accompany you on visits to medical and social appointments and try to keep visits allocated to a small number of regular carers to build continuity of care. Homecare is a realistic and affordable alternative to moving into a care home. It enables you to remain living in the comfort of your own home surrounded by familiar friends, neighbours, relatives and possessions. Astor Care and Nursing believe that the longer people can stay in their own home the happier they are so they strive to maintain client’s independence for as long as possible. Their service is tailored to meet your individual needs from 1/2 hour per week to 24 hour live-in care provided by carefully selected, locally recruited staff, who are fully trained, criminal record and identity checked. Office staff are qualified in Health and Social Care and co-operate fully with everyone connected with a client’s care. A supervisor will visit you for a free, no obligation assessment of your needs before any care is put into place. Astor Care and Nursing are always interested in talking to kind, compassionate people who may be interested in joining their friendly team of carers. Find out more about Astor Care and Nursing by visiting astoragency.co.uk or calling 01483 797950

Care and Support At Home • A friendly, flexible service with help available for 1/2 hour per week to 24 hour live-in care. • A family owned and run business who were fully compliant at our last inspection by the CareQuality Commission. • Trustworthy, caring. professional stall, fully trained and referenced with Criminal Records clearance. • We can offer you support with: personal care, bathing, hair washing, physical therapy exercises, companionship, nursing care, simple cooking, shopping, medication management, ironing or light domestic duties. • Trustworthy, compassionate and reliable individuals required to join our friendly team. Experience not essential as full training is provided For further information, or to arrange a free no obligation meeting in your home, please call 01483 797950 or visit our website www.astoragency.co.uk

Beacon House is a luxurious Victorian House set in one and a half acres of mature, secluded ground. Accommodation in the main house is available for long term, respite and day care. Accommodation is also provided in seven sheltered bungalows within the grounds. Our philosophy at Beacon House is that each resident should live life as fully and independently as possible. Staff will provide as much or as little help as is required to achieve this. We offer you the peace of mind of knowing that everything is taken care of. We’ll make you feel at home.

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Kingsbury Court Care Home

5 Star Luxury Care Home

Now Open! Kingsbury Court is located in the picturesque village of Bisley, Surrey and provides elderly care for 60 residents in single en-suite rooms. The home features a number of cosy lounges and dining rooms, creating areas for personal choice and space. Residents can be pampered in our on-site hairdressing salon, watch a movie in our cinema room or simply enjoy a drink with friends and family in our cafĂŠ. Why not call in for a coffee today and have a look around our luxurious home.

Guildford Road, Bisley, Surrey GU24 9AB

Tel: 01483 494186

kingsbury.court@mmcg.co.uk

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HISTORY

THOMAS HOWARD Last month we learnt all about the Warennes, which got me wondering about other blue-blood types our county has. Then I found out that The Earl of Surrey is in Norfolk. Heraldry makes about as much sense as a lion getting more press than a despotic dictator in the same country. But I digress…

Back in the day, the Earl of Surrey was a good and loyal man. In 1485 Henry Tudor decided he fancied a bit of kingly action and took hold of these fair isles by way of Wales. At this time the Earl of Surrey was Thomas. Tommy, being a team player got his crew together and headed out to join up with King Richard III (body in Car Park geezer) for a good old fashioned ruck. Tom took up position on the right flank and got stuck in. However, the battle was not too old when Tom was wounded and CASEVAC’d back to the historical equivalent of a field hospital; think more leeches and moss than Ceelox and Israeli Bandages. Having seen this movie, we know that Richard ended up brown bread, so Tom stuck to the usual response of the time; he did legs. Even without the help of the world’s biggest network of CCTV, he was caught fairly quickly. Meanwhile, the new King Henry was busy telling parliament that he wanted the date of the start of his reign to be the day before the battle. This way, everyone who backed NCP spokesperson Ricardo would be guilty of treason, so he could hack all their heads off and start afresh with a new (and now slightly intimidated) bunch of Lords and Earls. Parliament, being

that wonderful and bureaucratic animal that it still is, told him to do one and made the official start date the day after the battle. Still, everyone had to go to the new Headmaster’s office and explain themselves and when it was old Tommy’s turn he pointed out that he was loyal to the King, whoever that was. We salute the rank, not the man as it were. Luckily for Tom, he was a popular chap and that coupled with the fact that he clearly wasn’t a complete twit meant that Henners decided to send him up North to police the Scottish border and keep the White Walkers out. Basically, stay the **** out of the way. A few (cold) years later Tom was still there doing a pretty good job at the tender age of 70, fuelled by loyalty and Chips & Gravy. By then the old Sperminator himself, Henry VIII, was on the throne and decided to have a crack at France. King James IV of Scotland thought this was a good opportunity to have a go at invading England, so it was left up to Tom and his missmatched band of Night’s Watch types to defend the land. Which they did good-style in September of that year at a place called at Flodden Field. When I say he beat the Scots, I mean he opened up

a whole truck-load of Whoopass. Post-match scores for Scotland were not good: King James dead, 7 big league clan chiefs dead, 33 pretty big time Lords dead, loads of knights dead. Oh and add to that about 10,000 soldiers too. Proper decisive result. Understandably, Henry was deeply impressed and made Tom the Duke of Norfolk which was a good promotion. And from that day to this, the title of Earl of Surrey is given to eldest son of the Duke of Norfolk. The things you learn…

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THE GUIDE 2 Dash of Colour 2015

5th September / Frimley Lodge Park Due to popular demand, Dash of Colour is back for 2015! This is a colourful 5k run with a difference – whether you walk, run or jog the 5k route, at each kilometre mark you will be showered in multi-coloured powder paint. Why? To celebrate the work of Phyllis Tuckwell and the colour it brings to so many patients and their families. Lovely.

Sally Barker 16 September / West End Centre, Aldershot Not too many people can boast a voice that has brought Tom Jones to tears. Fewer can say they’ve supported Bob Dylan, as well as Robert Plant – Sally Barker has done all three. The lead singer of folk band The Poozies, Sally was the runner up in 2014’s series of The Voice, and now she’s gracing the West End Centre with her presence.

Find out more at pth.org.uk

Purchase yourself a ticket at hants.gov.uk/westendcentre

Otis B Driftwood

Dancing Through the Decades Tribute Night

11th September / Windlesham Theatre They be named after a sinister character from Rob Zombie horror flicks but Otis B Driftwood are all about the fun. Promoting all forms of Swing Music & Jive Dancing, these guys will really get the party started at the Windlesham Club and Theatre. This event is in celebration of the Surrey Heath Century of Sound Music Festival. Be sure to find out more by visiting windleshamclub.org.uk

18th September / Village Hotel Farnborough Food, wine and a trip down memory lane – not a bad sounding Friday night all told, is it? Yes folks the 18th September sees the Village Hotel in Farnborough host the Dancing Through the Decades Tribute Night. Expect fun, joy and a place to rest should you decide to stay over. Find out more about the evening at village-hotels.co.uk

Bat Walks 12th and 13th September / Fleet Pond and Odiham Common Join Hart’s countryside rangers on a stroll around Fleet Pond and Odiham Common. The rangers will be using bat detectors in the nature reserves at night so you’ll see some of the winged mammals and learn all about them too. You are certain to see a bat, man… Find out more about guided walks in the area at hart.gov.uk/guided-walks

Murder On The Nile 12th – 19th September / St. Peter’s Church Frimley Brightlight Theatre present this take on Agatha Christie’s classic. Fatal circumstances await a newlywed couple as they embark on their honeymoon voyage down the Nile… whodunit? Why not head to St. Peter’s Church to find out

Market Mall

19th September / The Arena Leisure Centre Camberley’s popular Market Mall is back with 30 stalls of gorgeous products from hand-picked local mumpreneurs and small businesses owners. You get to meet Spiderman from 3pm, chill out in the man cave, hit the treasure trail and you even get goodie bags packed with gifts and offers from the Entertainer, sBlended Milkshakes and more. Find out more at marketmall.co.uk

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Music Makers Revisited 5th September – 31st October / Surrey Heath Museum Many a talented musician has resided in or come from this area. This exhibition at Surrey Heath Museum covers the history of local music, the industry names of the area and how it has shaped the borough. A must for musos of Surrey… Find out more by visiting surreyheath.gov.uk

Guided Wildlife Walk 22nd September / Bourley Hill Fancy enjoying some early autumnal nature? Sure you do. The Species Recovery Trust will guide you on a walk to look at some of the plants and animals characteristic of the heathland around Fleet and Aldershot. Lovely! Find out more at rushmoor.gov.uk

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YOUR MONTH Arranging Autumn Flowers 23rd September / West Green House Gardens Oh we do love a seasonal workshop, especially when it involves an array of pretty flora. At the beautiful West Green House in Hartley Witney, they will demonstrate how to bring the vibrant colours of autumn into your home using a palette of flowers, fruit and berries. Lunch and wine is included, but booking is essential, so head over to westgreenhouse.co.uk to get involved.

The Cavern Beatles

26th September / Camberley Theatre You may be vaguely familiar with a popular 60s combo called The Beatles? You are? Well then you should 100% check out the closest thing to seeing the fab four as there is – The Cavern Beatles. Widely regarded as one of the best cover acts out there, do not miss out on this opportunity to see them for healthy dose of nostalgia, perfect pop and mop tops… Find out more at camberleytheatre.biz

Chobham Festival

26th September – 10th October / Across Chobham Chobham has been this scribe’s home in the past, and we must say it is everything that is right with an English village. The Chobham Festival encapsulates this, with an array of classical concerts and other events taking place as we enter autumn. Check out festival.chobham.org for more info

Only Fools and Boycie: An Evening with John Challis 29th September / The Harlington, Fleet

This scribe is a huge Only Fools fan, so is very excited that Boycie himself John Challis is coming to Fleet’s finest, The Harlington. In this one-off show the national treasure will reveal secrets from the set with stories and anecdotes from his dazzling career. He was far more than just the car salesman from Lewisham with the funny laugh…

SoCiMa Presents: Wag the Dog (Rated 15)

Find out more about the evening at theharlington.co.uk

A new way of experiencing the cinema comes to Farnborough’s Prospect Theatre on the last Saturday of each month. In short, SoCiMa is Movies and Mingling – discussing a film as part of the experience. This time around it’s the turn of Wag the Dog, a political black comedy starring Dustin Hoffman, Robert De Niro and Anne Heche.

Autumn Whisky Tasting

26th September / Prospect Theatre, Farnborough

Find out more at socima.co/socima-cinema

2nd October / Auriol Wines, Hartley Wintney As we career towards autumn, it’s time we start altering our favoured tipple accordingly. Taste and discover a selection of delicious whiskies perfect for the season, courtesy of the awesome Auriol Wines in Hartley Witney. Find out all about it at auriolwines.com

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27th September / Pirbright (Start and End Point) Ride 4 Frimley 2015 is a cycle sportive on Sunday 27 September 2015 that starts and finishes in Pirbright, Surrey. The event will raise vital funds for our Breast Care Appeal and is aimed at everyone from families to leisure and amateur cyclists. With three routes for all abilities, this is going to be a brilliant and healthy day out that raises money for a worthy cause. Find out more at fphcharity.org.

Ed Byrne 11th October / Princes Hall Aldershot You know the Irish comic with the long hair that you like? That’s the one! Well he’s coming to Princes Hall, and it’s going to be ruddy funny. One of the staples of TV, Ed is universally liked, and it’s easy to see why. There is another Irish comic you like called Jason Byrne, and he’s playing at the Princes Hall too, but this isn’t him. Got that? Good… Book a ticket at princeshall.com

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SEPTEMBER 2015

WIN A YEAR’S FULL MEMBERSHIP AT SURREY SPORTS PARK! Surrey Sports Park is the county’s sporting heartbeat and is home to a host of professional and successful teams. Surrey Scorchers (Basketball), Storm (Netball) and Smashers (Badminton), the Harlequins (Rugby Union) and Fulham Ladies (Football) are just a few of the teams that the Sports Park boasts. The complex has also recently announced that it’ll be the home of some of the competing teams in the upcoming Rugby World Cup. Even more recent was the completion of the Park’s new £500,000 gym refurbishment that saw the introduction of new, state-of-the-art equipment, more elite-level strength and conditioning and functional training areas, all to coincide with the growing trends and demands of the Park’s users and the evolution of fitness industry. So - fancy joining for nothing? Of course you do. Surrey Sports Park’s giving away a year’s membership (worth £792!) to one lucky winner! A year’s membership at one of the top sports facilities in the country. Amazing eh? Visit theguide2surrey.com/competitions in September to enter. Good luck!

Sunday 27th September, Loseley Park, Guildford

Saturday 12th - Saturday 26th September

An action packed day out for the whole family!

Fun for the whole family as we celebrate the very best in Surrey’s farms and locally produced food and drink.

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Gun dogs, stunt riders, falconry, hounds, fly fishing, terrier racing and horse logging 50 bird sporting shoot plus have-a-go muzzle loading, clays and simulated pigeon Food theatre and food hall with celebrity chefs Shopping, rural crafts and farmers’ market Donkey rides, Punch & Judy and family dog show Plus much, much more! Early bird reduced rate tickets available at www.surreycountyshow.co.uk

Vineyard tours, farm walks, food fairs, demonstrations, activity days, wildlife tours and much, much more! Walks, tours and activities are free! To find out more visit www.surreycountyshow.co.uk Charity no: 293515

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The thread festival (lower case letters deliberate) returns for its third year at Farnham Maltings showcasing the many and varied ways of interpreting and working with textiles. Having begun in 2013, ‘thread…a festival of textiles’ is now one of the Maltings’ biggest craft events. This year’s programme includes specialist workshops and talks from textile designers from across the world as well as an impressive variety of stallholders from all around the country. Indeed you can expect literally thousands of visitors from across the country to come to the Maltings this weekend. thread festival-goers will be able to browse the marketplace featuring products from the best UK textile makers, hear expert talks, attend a range of workshops catering to all ages and levels, and be inspired by demonstrations and exhibitions of contemporary textile work. If you’re itching (pun intended – itching, wool, knitting… forget it) to delve deeper into the world of textiles, you will have the opportunity to hear expert talks offering insider knowledge of their craft. One such speaker is the designer of the gorgeous thread festival print for the past few years, Emma Block. Emma is a freelance illustrator who has also worked with UNIQLO, Orla Kiely, Anthropologie, Harper Collins and Mollie Makes and runs a popular blog and Etsy store with thousands of admirers. Should that level of expertise simply not suffice, then join Great British Sewing Bee finalist Lauren Guthrie and husband Ayaz Ghani (who run the textiles company Guthrie & Ghani) in a special workshop where they will show you how to make a custom-made snap frame coin purse. Farnham Maltings is undoubtedly an unparalleled beacon of culture and left-field art in Surrey and beyond; so it is of no surprise that such a brilliant event takes place here. thread festival embraces all things knitting, crocheting and, erm, fabric-based – and it’s going to be absolutely ruddy brilliant… No longer do we think of these kind of genteel pastimes as the hobby of an older generation. While previously thought of as a pursuit of retirees – a throwback to a bygone era - knitting and crocheting and the like are now an extremely popular pastime with ‘the young’. Think cool and hipster-y, but the beard and ankle-revealing skinny jeans are optional, though the knitwear may come as standard. Anyway…

Showcasing a rich mix of artisan fabrics, sewing kits and haberdashery items, the marketplace will offer the ingredients for all manner of sewing projects. So whether you’re a seasoned stitcher, or just starting out, you will find all the tools to get making, as well as inspired ideas from the most exciting textile companies and practitioners working today. thread will be an eagerly anticipated opportunity to add to your fabric stash, source patterns and learn new techniques from some of the best tutors in the textile world. So get involved!

thread Festival takes place at Farnham Maltings on the 25th and 26th September. Find out more at farnhammaltings.com

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Python, Travel Writer and Britain’s Nicest Man: it’s fair to say Michael Palin has led an incredible life. Ahead of his October visit to Woking as part of the Thirty Years Tour, we conversed about why he started detailing his life, why journals are important and his three decades of published diaries – the Life of Michael, if you will…

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You’re coming to Woking as part of your national tour celebrating thirty years of your diaries – but have you always kept a diary? Did you keep a journal as a child or is it something you developed as an adult? Like a lot of people I half-heartedly started to keep a diary at school for a while. My parents always gave me a schoolboy diary which had lots of interesting facts about cricket and bridge building and things like that. It had a little section for each day that I would laboriously fill in for the first couple of months – one I kept right up until May, which was quite a feat – but in the end life would always become too interesting to keep a diary, so it fell by the wayside. I think I always just enjoyed recording things; whenever I travelled I took little notebooks. But it truly began in 1969 when our first son was born. When he was a small lad, about six months old, I was still a heavy smoker. I realised that smoking and little kids weren’t compatible so I virtually quit cold turkey – I got such a surge of willpower that I thought ‘what else can I do?’; so I decided to keep a diary. That was in April 1969, and funnily enough it was a bit of a limbo in my career. I’d been working very hard in comedy shows from ‘65 to ’68, but nothing was really happening at that point: but then Cleese rung up and talked about a new comedy show. So coincidentally writing a diary came about with the start of Monty Python, and I’ve been keeping a diary right up until today…

What kind of diary writer are you? Are you a bullet pointer or do you write a kind of mini-story? It’s a bit of a narrative of the day, so I like to feel it’s telling a kind of story. One thing leads to the other, as though it’s been preordained; of course it’s not like that at all, it’s a series of disconnected events. But I like to describe the main things that I did the day before and it is like telling a bit of a story - and you feel like you have a bit more of a purpose if you’ve written it down! The diary mainly records where I’ve been and I try and keep a balance between family and work; sometimes external things come into play, though far less than one might imagine. Food and drink – there’s always rather too much of. I’ve published diaries before and people say ‘all you do is drink and eat!’ but I’ve been lucky. A lot of our work from Python onwards was done over a glass of wine or beer and a meal – that’s part of it!

Naturally, diaries hold intimate insights into the author’s character to those reading it, but they also offer the author themselves an opportunity to reflect. Has there even been a moment that you’ve read back and had it really flood back as if it was happening again – joy, regret or sadness? A lot of interesting entries were around moments where I lost people I was very fond of, like my mum or [fellow Monty Python member] Graham Chapman or my sister. I kept these in my diary because I felt that it was really important to try and mark those moments by recording my own feelings. It’s most interesting how grief hits you, and very often it isn’t straight away; initially you can be very practical. But suddenly there may be a moment that you will find something that reminds you, in a very poignant way, that the person you’re fond of is no longer there. It was times like that that I thought that my recollections would have been rather fuzzy without the diary. But it’s work you’ve done too. When you’re filming shows such as GBH - which was a very long series I did for channel 4 in 1991 – it was a good piece of work and I was very proud of it. But I look back and I think of all the obstacles I was putting in my way – ‘can I do this, am I doing this right?’ – and it was interesting to see that one didn’t just waltz into it and it wasn’t just another job. Each one required some soul-searching before you got it right. That’s in pretty much everything I do. I think one thinks that you get used to it, but you don’t really – it’s the same process each time you take on anything.

In tandem with the release of your book on tour, on your website themichaelpalin.com you’ve launched ‘Diary Corner’ offering advice and tips for fellow journal writers – is this an agony uncle type role you’re embarking on?! *Laughs* Well it’s trying to publicise the joys of keeping a diary really! Well, not just the joys; when I began, I just remember that it was difficult and I kept thinking ‘Am I really going to write this down?!’ But after a couple of years or so it becomes a habit and now it’s something that I can’t begin my day without – recording the day before.

So finally, in your own words – why keep a diary? I’ve just found it so useful to have that material there. I think for future historians, looking back on our time to get people’s everyday story through their diaries would be an incredibly important resource.

But also, it’s pleasant to do – I value my time more, because I consider what I’ve done with it and days don’t go back into a complete fog. You can actually say ‘on this day I did that’ and it reminds you in an honest way about what really happened. You tend to look back at events happening in a smooth curve, but it’s actually lots of ups and downs and blips on the grass. It’s done a lot for me; I feel the balance of my life has been much improved by keeping a diary. So I’m just trying to tell others that I think that a diary – and I don’t mean a blog, I mean your own personal thoughts that you write by hand – you’re not necessarily going to show it to anybody, which is important. Nowadays we feel that we must lay out everything straight away; with a diary you can do that and look back over the years. And then you can say ‘God yes, I got that wrong, I got this wrong, I’m glad I never told anybody about that!’ *Laughs*

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FOODIES FEATURE Brickmakers, Windlesham

Where country comfort meets modern style; the Brickmakers is all Surrey charm with a touch of rustic Tuscan sunshine about it, all wrapped up in a bounty of fantastic food and drink options and terrific events like their famous Jazz day and cocktail training evenings. Head Chef Paul Clarke’s creative take on Great British pub food is rapidly building a foodie following, and should you be thinking about the Brickmakers for your Christmas party, expect a menu that goes all out on the pub’s trademark comfort food with seasonal offerings like roast Norfolk turkey, chestnut stuffing, pigs in blankets and sticky toffee apple crumble tart with Dorset clotted cream. 2 Courses £20.95, 3 courses £24.95 The Brickmakers is at Chertsey Road, Windlesham, Surrey GU20 6HT Telephone: 01276 472267 www.thebrickmakerswindlesham.co.uk

The Foresters, Church Crookhamam

BOOK WITH US THIS CHRISTMAS Prices from* £18.95 for 2 Course or £22.95 for 3 Courses + free evening entertainment on selected nights. The Foresters is the kind of tucked-away gem you discover once and return to again and again. Nestled in the woods near Church Crookham, this charming pub and restaurant begs to be enjoyed at leisure and in great company. With its log and timber décor, friendly service, tantalising menus crammed with pub favourites given delicious twists and superb cask ales and fine wines, a pleasant surprise awaits with every visit. Thinking about your Christmas Party? The Foresters have a menu full of festive flavours with dishes including smoked salmon carpaccio, honey glaze duck breast and baked coffee cheesecake. 2 courses £18.95, 3 courses £22.95.

For more info: The Foresters Pub & Restaurant is at Aldershot Road, Church Crookham, nr Fleet, GU52 9EP Telephone 01252 616503 www.forestersatchurchcrookham.co.uk

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Redber Coffee, Guildford Redber are the happy answer to a question raised by local coffee lovers, namely: how do we get exquisite, expertly selected and fresh roasted coffee right to enjoy at home? Thanks to Graham and Petra, not only do we have such a shrine to superb coffee on our doorstep but a level of service that promises to improve your relationship with the magic bean altogether. They begin with the coffee, naturally, selecting and importing over 25 different origin coffees, sourced from Africa, Asia, Central and South America including micro-lots, estate coffees & decaffeinated. Then they carefully roast them to medium and dark, coaxing out characteristics and complexity that transcend an average cup of coffee by miles. You can pick up your coffee at their shop and roastery or have it freshly delivered to your door via the website. If you don’t know what kind of coffee does it for you, Graham and Petra are happy to help you find the perfect variety to suit your palate and your preferred brewing method. It’s a personal service and a journey in one, with two friendly experts on hand to help you explore the world of coffee. Redber also sell a fantastic range of coffee products from brewers and grinders, flasks, cups and mugs and even speciality hampers. And not forgetting the perfect accompaniments to a good cup: Elizabeth Shaw chocolates! Whether you’re already a coffee connoisseur or ready to make the leap into the invigorating world of origin coffee, Redber Coffee Roasters make the perfect guides. Redber Ltd is at Merrow Depot, Merrow Lane, Guildford GU4 7BQ | 01483 808580 | www.redber.co.uk

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WHERE TO EAT: WHEELER’S “If you’re after modern British cooking with just enough retro spin, you can find it in happy abundance at Wheeler’s”

By Rich Lee A Marco Pierre White restaurant in leafy Yateley, but does Wheeler’s of St James’s offer a taste of the great chef ’s genius? There was only one way to find out…

ith a name loaded with as much gastronomic currency as Marco Pierre White’s etched figuratively above the door, a restaurant like Wheeler’s of St James’s carries a lot of weight, if not expectation. That said, these days the legendary chef and restauranteur seems to lurch between ubiquitous media saturation and where’d-he-go inconspicuousness like he’s been at the cooking wine too often. In between, he (or his people) continues to push his brand down any avenue it can find traction: MPW oyster bars, bars & grills and New York Italians among them. Still, while others in his family of Wheeler’s Inns haven’t fared quite so well, his restaurant adjoined to the Casa Hotel in Yateley is still going after four years. Whether that’s down to the steely guidance of Marco himself is doubtful, but if a menu has even a whiff of the great man’s fading genius then it’s a menu I’m only too eager to experience.

The dining room at Wheeler’s is, well, let’s say relaxed and pleasant in a kind of fusty gentlemen’s club sense. There is character to be found here certainly, beneath the dark timber beams, panelled walls and low ceilings that hark back to the building’s days as a 17th century hunting lodge. There’s charm too, if you look for it, in the diverting cartoons framed and hung all around the restaurant, there to gently rib the patron chef and, bizarrely, politicians that haven’t known a lick of relevance since Spitting Image was doing the rounds. Sadly, it’s clear that Wheeler’s could use some relevance itself, a little TLC to entice it out of the eighties and into the 10’s. It’s a sentiment certainly shared by Wheeler’s friendly new manager Rick, who assures us a refurb is on its way very soon alongside some other much needed contemporary touches he’s eager to implement. At table level at least none of that really

matters, as everything else is crisp and clean and ready to fete visitors like us with a meal fit - presumably- for Marco himself. The easy manner of Wheeler’s staff help to breathe a little welcome life into the restaurant, as do, it should be said, some excellent house cocktails. Starters then, and a dish of ham hock terrine, dressed daintily with micro herbs, dabs of carrot and apple puree, slivers of radish and two orbs of goldencrumbed sweet black pudding, could not disguise the brute pleasure of the coarse, salty brick of pressed meat beneath - a rudely gratifying rustic starter given just the right amount of flair. Pan-kissed leaves of tender monkfish tail (fish being synonymous with the Wheeler’s brand dating back to 1856), sat over wilted spinach and shitake mushrooms, came topped in a vanilla foam that gently fused the flavours of ocean and earth together into something

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S OF ST JAMES’S, YATELEY subtle and a little bit wonderful. The sautéed king prawns, good as they were, enjoyed the company of a little crispy squid and the sharp, fruity pop from sweetened blueberries, all atop a silky sweetcorn puree that was possibly, for those brief few minutes, my new favourite sauce, coming across like a sweet vegetable custard (though way better than that sounds.) With the end of summer almost near, and thoughts of autumn indulgence making themselves keenly felt, I chose to get the jump on the season with a choice of mains that promised an early, earthy hit. And so it was, with a juicy lamb rump cooked to a pretty blush over creamed savoy spinach, braised baby shallots and a rich, glossy jus. But surprises came with a generous smear of fragrant, creamy white truffle and aubergine puree and a happy, flavoursome little pastry stuffed with wild mushroom and kidney. Across from this was a dish of chicken ballotine, rolled around spinach and wrapped in Parma ham, accompanied by glistening piles of sautéed veg and a streak of garden fresh pea puree. If you were looking for modern British cooking with just enough retro spin, you’ll find it in happy abundance at Wheeler’s. To prove the point: a little patisserie by way of a classic raspberry mille-feuille, all lusciously smooth orange mascarpone cream sandwiched between delicate, biscuity pastry festooned with plump fruit. An intriguing sounding ‘Diplomat Cake’, a from-back-home speciality of Romanian chef Marius, turned out delightful; a triangle of thick set custard suspending berries, sponge and all coated in meringue, like an English trifle that had grown up and got itself kids and a mortgage. All of which is to say that the kind of cooking happening at Wheeler’s of St James’s is really, you know, rather good; an enticing blend of the familiar and the unusual, rolled together to make a meal you’ll be thinking

Wheeler’s of St James’s The Casa Hotel Handford Lane Yateley Camberley West Hampshire GU46 6BT Tel: 01252 873275 www.thecasahoteluk.com --Pressed Ham Hock Terrine £5.95 Monkfish Tail £8.50 Sautéed King Prawns £7.50 --Lamb Rump £18.95 Ballotine of Corn-Fed Chicken £14.50 --Raspberry Mille-Feuille £6.50 Diplomat Cake £6.50 Food Total = £68.40

about for some days afterwards. If the promised refurbishment actually transpires then the food at Wheeler’s could soon have the setting it truly deserves. Until then, should Marco Pierre White himself actually happen to read this, then rest assured Chef, your restaurant at Yateley is in good hands. Now get back in the kitchen.

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SEPTEMBER 2015

TALKING TO… Stu Henshall “Paul Hollywood’s like a good cookie. Hard on the outside but soft on the inside.”

He was the ‘punk rock baker’ tipped for success on television phenomenon the Great British Bake Off, but Stu Henshall’s elaborate efforts in the first heat met with an early, bitter defeat. Not to be held back, the Guildford-based musician and married father of two extols his passion and formidable talent for food on his fantastic blog, the Alternative Kitchen. We spoke to Stu about his Bake Off experience and his unique approach to cooking…

Punk Rock to cookery - which came first? I have always been a big fan of filling my face with goodies, and leftovers from my mum’s restaurant as a kid, but the music bug took hold at ten and became the obsession for the next twenty years. The food bug followed in my twenties when I moved away from homecooked meals and the need to feed myself became a necessity. I then realised how much I loved the preparation almost as much as consuming the results. Over the next ten years my love of baking and cooking acted as relief after hours in the studio. How did you get chosen for the Great British Bake Off? I had a gap in my touring schedule when the deadline was coming up so I thought I’d take a punt and apply. My sisters, various friends, and colleagues had been pestering me to do it, so I thought it would get them off my back. And then I got the call for a phone interview. After that there were many stages of auditions. I understand that thousands applied so I am made up I made it into the tent. Having met the judges Paul Hollywood and Mary Berry, and hosts Mel & Sue, how have they surprised you in real life? Amazing meeting those guys. I was actually

terrified of Mary Berry. I wanted her to be pleasantly surprised by my bakes. Nervewracking. Sue and Mel are unbelievably genuine and twice as awesome as they come across. Had a few good chats with Sue about tats and Mel was great at putting you at ease. Paul’s like a good cookie. Hard on the outside but soft on the inside. He’s a pretty cool guy really. Were you at all prepared to leave the show so early? I went into the competition to try and shake things up by putting an ‘alternative’ twist on the classics. I didn’t think my appearance would be limited to the one weekend at all but the judgement didn’t go my way and I’ve got to respect their decision. Where did your gateaux go wrong for you on the show? They really didn’t dig my addition of beetroot but I didn’t want to soak the sponges in kirsch. I think it works really well and no odder than carrot in a cake but they weren’t keen. What creations did you have planned for further along in the series? I had an arsenal of oddities that I was looking forward to showing them like Chorizo, Orange, and Black Olive Biscotti but

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for themselves which reflect my culinary mind. From spicy savoury dishes to indulgent deserts, all with my own spin on them.

What have you taken from your experience on the Great British Bake Off? So much but mainly that I know I deserved to be there and that I may have a little proving to do. Watch this space!

As a Guildfordian, what are your impressions of the food scene around here and where do you like to eat out? You know what, more and more food festivals are springing up and I love the farmers market in Guildford for all the little independent bakers and grocers. It is tough for the independents to get a look in on the high street due to high rates and chain completion, but there are a couple that are great like Al Vicolo (Swan Lane).

What’s the idea behind your blog The Alternative Kitchen? Making up recipes is much like writing a song. There are similar components to both but what makes them original is pulling your inspirations and applying them. The Alternative Kitchen is a place I can put my recipes up for people to try

Finally, do you have a personal philosophy that inspires your cooking? Learn the basics and go wild!

STU HENSHALL’S PEANUT BUTTER AND HONEY CINNAMON ROLLS RECIPE Buttery Danish Pastry filled with crunchy peanut butter and orange blossom honey with a sharp lemon icing Prep time: 12 hrs | Cooking time: 20 mins

Danish Pastry

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500g Strong white bread flour 10g Sea salt 80g Caster sugar 10g Fast action yeast 2 count Medium eggs beaten 125 ml water 250g Cold unsalted butter

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250 g Crunchy peanut butter 250 g Honey (I used orange blossom honey) 2 tbsp Ground Cinnamon 1 count Medium egg beaten 1 count Lemon juiced 1 cup Icing sugar

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The Filling

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Add flour to a large bowl, place salt and sugar on one side and yeast on the other

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Roll the pastry out to 80cm long, this time with the long side facing you, and 25cm wide

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In a jug add milk and water, zap in a microwave until lukewarm, and add beaten eggs

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With a hand mixer slowly add wet ingredients to dry. Once combined increase speed and mix for 5 minutes

Dust the cinnamon over the pastry, mix the honey and peanut butter, and spread over pastry leaving a cm closest to you

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Turn out onto a lightly floured surface and roll into an oblong ball, place in a plastic bag and put in the fridge for one hour

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Roll the pastry away from you into a large roll

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Between two 80cm long pieces of grease proof paper bash your butter into a rectangle of 20cm by 40cm

Slowly cut the roll into 5cm segments and place on two large baking trays leaving space to grow

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Remove your dough from the fridge and roll out to a 22cm by 60cm rectangle with the short side facing you

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Leave to prove for half an hour, brush with egg wash, and bake at 170°C for 20 minutes

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Place the butter on the two thirds closest to you and fold the uncovered third at the top towards you and then fold the edge closest to you over the top. Pinch the sides together and return to the bag and then the fridge for an hour. This is a single book turn don’t you know!

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Remove the dough from fridge and with the short edge facing you roll the dough to the same 20cm by 60cm rectangle as before. Complete another single turn and repeat this step twice more

Once cooled add enough icing sugar to the juice of one lemon to thick pouring consistency and ice the rolls. If you can wait for icing set then you are a better person than me

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After the final turn return to the fridge overnight or for at least 8 hours

The pastry recipe makes 1kg of pastry. You can always come up with your own filling and/or shape the pastry into any other shape. More ideas to follow.

For more of Stu Henshall’s recipes visit his blog at www.thealternativekitchen.net

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Highlights this month at

CAMBERLEY THEATRE include...

Jurassic Adventures

The Cavern Beatles

NT Live: Coriolanus

19 September

26 September

1 October

Jacqui Dankworth and Charlie Wood –

Just Me Just You

An Evening with Mungo Jerry and Band

8 October

10 October

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FARMERS’ MARKETS & OTHER FOODIE EVENTS Farmers’ Markets FLEET FARMERS’ MARKET

MILFORD FARMERS’ MARKET (SECRETT’S)

Saturday 12th September | 10am - 1.30pm The Key Centre, Fleet

Sunday 20th September | 10am - 1.30pm Secretts Farm Shop car park

RIPLEY FARMERS’ MARKET

COBHAM FARMERS’ MARKET

Saturday 12th September | 9am - 1pm Village Green, Ripley

Saturday 26th September | 9.30am - 1.30pm Hollyhedge Parade

WOKING FARMERS’ MARKET

FARNHAM FARMERS’ MARKET

Thursday 17th September 9am - 2.30pm | Town Square

Sunday 27th September | 10am - 1.30pm Central Car Park

CAMBERLEY FARMERS’ ARTISAN MARKET

GUILDFORD FARMERS’ MARKET

Saturday 19th September | 10am Park Street

Tuesday 6th October | 11.30am – 3.30pm High Street

Foodie Events MORE FOOD FESTIVALS IN SEPTEMBER

Elmbridge Food Festival

Saturday 26th & Sunday 27th September Painshill Park, Cobham The Elmbridge Food Festival will consist of over 45 stalls serving food from around the world and speciality produce in the idyllic surrounds of Painshill. The centrepiece will be the Food and Drink Theatre with live demonstrations taking place all weekend. There will also be a ‘Little Foodies’ area with a full programme of free children’s activities running all weekend. Alongside this there will be a picnic area with a live music tent.

The Surrey Game and Country Fair Sunday 27th September Loseley Park, near Guildford

Farnham Food Festival 2015 Saturday 26th September 10am - 4pm Castle Street Entry: Free

It’s back! Farnham’s unmissable celebration of everything ‘nom’, the annual Food Festival returns to spoil foodies with another cavalcade of culinary delights, as part of the town’s two week Feast of Food festivities beginning on the 11th September. The event regularly attracts over 10,000 visitors, drawn, no doubt, by the intoxicating smell of al fresco cooking spilling out of Castle Street.

Over 70 stalls will be offering fresh street food such as hot dogs, venison burgers, paella, vegetarian wraps, Thai noodles, Chinese and curry as well as the best produce made locally or nearby.

An action packed, rural day out for the whole family. Top class entertainment, a sporting and have-a-go shoot, gun dogs, hounds, fishing and falconry combine with rural crafts, shopping, food and drink and much, much more.

And to inspire you in ways to cook all that bounty, there will be the marvellous cookery demonstrations from top local chefs; always popular with the hungry hordes that visit the festival. There will be live music as well as fun activities for the kids.

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Thank the lord for the football season is back and in full footballing swing. The Shots will be hoping to get their campaign off to a better start than last season, with points at home vital to a successful season.

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Since his summer arrival, Barry Smith has put his stamp on proceedings at the Recreation Ground and has created a team that, on paper, should be pushing for the play-off places come May.

Newly formed Surrey Scorchers kick-off their home fixtures late September against Newcastle Eagles at Surrey Sports Park. This fixture comes just six days after their opener away at Bristol Flyers. New coach Creon Raftopoulos returns to Surrey following a stint in charge of Surrey heat back in 2013. Following the return he said: “We’ve got some great plans to develop a club built around community engagement that is both successful and sustainable, something that Surrey has been crying out for a long time. “I am already in contact with a number of potential players who I am keen to get on court and I am hoping to have a full squad together soon to begin pre-season training and be ready for the start of the 2015/16 season in September.”

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Not everything on paper, however, is as it seems, with the National League constantly proving one of the most unpredictable leagues in the country. Join the Shots in their push towards a Football League return and head down to the Recreation Ground to cheer Barry Smith’s boys on!

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Walking Football is simple. Football, at walking pace. The game is small sided, with no running on or off the ball, very little contact and kick-ins instead of throw-ins. With less stress on the body and no real sudden change of direction or cutting movements the game allows participants to play without apprehension. Walking football has become increasingly popular and is designed to help people keep an active lifestyle, as well as to support getting people back into football who have stopped due to age or injury.

It’s time to get your hands (and everything else) dirty! On 24 October, join 1,500 others running, splashing and climbing over 20 toilet themed obstacles. To prove you really are the sh!t, you’ll need to conquer the Toilet Toil, make it across the Sewers Canal and survive the Porta Slide. Not to mention The Bunged up Bungee, Sh!t Heap Scramble and lots of U Bends along the way. What’s stopping you? Wipe away those fears and register for Tough Sh!t now.

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Enjoy the best pizza in Fleet along with a beverage of your choice, with a wide selection of lagers, ales, ciders and wines. This pub, well-known for its pizza, is in a superb location to enjoy sports as it’s right next to the train station so you can stumble home easily after watching another England win!

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on England’s World Cup chances “The World Cup’s an extremely competitive thing. When you get to the World Cup Group Stages you need to be on your metal every time as we found with the Six Nations. When we went over to Ireland in the Six Nations we weren’t on-point and it cost us, potentially, the entire tournament.

ENGLAND VS FIJI Friday 18th September, 20:00pm kick-off ENGLAND VS WALES Saturday 26th September, 20:00pm kick-off SOUTH AFRICA VS SCOTLAND Saturday 3rd October, 16:45pm kick-off

“But going into the World Cup, we need to make sure that every time we go on the pitch, especially at Twickenham, we make sure all our details are spot on. The intensity has to be up there and our game plan needs to be spot on. “I’m sure the pressure will build and grow because we are the home nation. But you can look at it as, it’s a huge incentive for us, it’s huge excitement and we’ve got sixty-million people supporting us. It’s not us against that country; it’s us against a team with the entire country behind us. If we use what could be perceived as pressure and use it in a positive way, it’ll only help.”

ENGLAND VS AUSTRALIA Saturday 3rd October, 20:00pm kick-off IRELAND VS ITALY Sunday 4th October, 16:45pm kick-off ENGLAND VS URUGUAY Saturday 10th October, 20:00pm kick-off FRANCE VS IRELAND Sunday 11th October, 16:45pm kick-off WORLD CUP FINAL Saturday 31st October, 16:00pm kick-off

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orld Cup’s throw up new names and new faces. Jona Lomu came to light in 1995, Wales’ Shane Williams in 2003 and Sam Warburton in 2011, but who will it be this year? Here’s a few names to look out for…

JOSH STRAUSS (Scotland)

With a beard like this fella, he’s a hard one to miss. He’s been Glasgow’s driving force at No 8 for a couple of seasons now and the big South African-born player is likely to be a significant asset to Scotland at the World Cup having qualified on the three-year residency rule.

LOANN GOUJON (France) He may sound like a breaded chicken strip, but I dare you to tell him that. He’s 6ft 4ins and 17st 5lbs. He gave an indication of his threat by making 99 metres on 11 Roman raids against Italy in an impressive Six Nations. HENRY SLADE (England) Could the Exeter playmaker prove the missing link in the English midfield? Can slot in at fly-half, centre or fullback, but it’s at 12 that he could really bring another dimension.

NEHE MILNER-SKUDDER (New Zealand) Played a big part in the Hurricanes making the Super 15 final and with Israel Dagg having struggled for fitness and form this year, the uncapped 24-year-old could be a bolter for the 15 spot. BEN MCCALMAN (Australia) He’s playing the best rugby of his life and has just been named the outstanding Western Force player of the season and handed a flexible three-year Australian RU deal that allows him to go to Japan after the World Cup - such is the value they place on him.

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Test Dummy: Bikram Yoga

By Tayler Wilson

“Tayler will do it” followed by a chorus of laughter is the one thing that makes my heart sink onto my intestines when I’m at work. It usually means someone’s found a weird, humiliating activity for tubby little me to try so they can then laugh at the photos afterwards. I know their game. I don’t mind being the idiot of the office, the dancing monkey, the sport moron. Heck, I don’t mind making an idiot of myself; as long as the office morale is high, then we’re all winners in my eyes. As luck had it, I was right. “Tayler will do it” was in fact followed by “Tayler, you’re doing Bikram Yoga”. That was then followed by a swift Google by yours truly followed by my head in my hands and a quick cry. Before I started working here, my knowledge of Fleet was just the service station on the M3 with a nifty footbridge that takes you from McDonalds to KFC. It turns out, though, there’s far more - a real place, with real houses and real people. And a yoga centre.

For those not familiar with Bikram Yoga, it is a type of hatha yoga characterized by a set series of postures and breathing exercises (usually twenty-six in the series), performed in a room heated to a very high temperature (40 degrees plus). After a short train journey, I arrived in Fleet. I made my way to yoga, via Starbucks and, as is normal practice, signed some forms confirming I was totally “fit and healthy” and if anything happened to me during the class – fainting, vomiting, crying etc. - it would be on my back. I slipped into the shortest pair of shorts I could find, flung on a grey t-shirt (that I later regretted for reasons I’ll later explain) and strolled on into a packed, sweaty class. Three key things to have with you are: A bottle of water, a towel and, ideally, a fan, although the latter isn’t specified on their website. Nonetheless, we began by stretching and easing our bodies into the hour-and-a-half of bending and twisting we had to follow. Our breathing was dictated by our instructor, who counted us in and out. To say it was soothing is an understatement – my eyes just rolled at the thought of it.

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As we began tackling the twenty-six postures, the heat began to take its toll and by the sixth, I’d already lost a stone. Sweat was pouring from my nose like a salty sweat dispenser and my legs were reminiscent of a new born deer’s. Half-hour in and I took my first break. Being a footballer, my hamstrings are delicate and when stretched to new, unmet positions, a ping and snap was millimetres away. After a brief breather and a close-encounter with sleep, I continued to plug away at some truly unimaginable positions. Elegant, angelic and god-like are just three adjectives on-lookers would’ve probably described me as. The elegance soon turned to struggle as the class drew to a close, with my breathers becoming longer and evermore frequent. The earlier-mentioned grey t-shirt I decided to wear

did nothing to help my physical state also, with large patches of sweat becoming glaringly obvious all over my torso. After clock-watching for the final ten minutes, we began our warm-down – my favourite part of the session. As I laid on my mat I felt in ecstasy, it was as if I was laying on top of a cloud – a cloud covered in sweat and searing heat. But I had enjoyed it. Post-shower I felt refreshed and I felt cleansed. Yes, I get sent to strange and wonderful activities all over our county, but I can say with my sweaty hand on my heart, Bikram Yoga is the most satisfying Test Dummy yet.

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SURREY SPORTS PARK: Surrey Scorchers open their campaign against Bristol Flyers on September 19th Surrey Scorchers are the brand new basketball team, owned and managed by Surrey Sports Park. Their previous incarnation as Surrey United had a disappointing 2014/15 season, finishing bottom of the British Basketball League (BBL). Now under new ownership and with a new name, new roster of players and return of highly successful previous coach Creon Raftopoulos, expect the Scorchers to set the 2015/16 BBL alight.

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25/9/2015 Surrey Scorchers vs Esh Group Eagles Newcastle (BBL)

We spoke to Creon on his return to Surrey basketball, some of his new signings and what the future holds for the county’s basketball scene…

ON HIS RETURN

17/10/2015 Surrey Scorchers vs London Lions (BBL Cup)

“I’m delighted to be back [In Surrey], it’s where I feel I belong. I’ve enjoyed some good times here and I hope there’s now more to come. “I’m here to put basketball back on the map in the county. It’s been kind of forgotten about over the past few years and, in a county that has many, many sports, we need to raise basketball’s profile again”.

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ON HIS WORK-INPROGRESS TEAM

ormer Surrey/Guildford Heat Coach Creon Raftopoulos will lead the new Surrey Sports Park franchise in its maiden season. The Zimbabwean led Guildford Heat to three consecutive play-off runs and, in his final season, secured the club’s best ever BBL finish of fourth, took Heat to the play-off semi-final and the Trophy quarter-finals. Creon returns after a two season hiatus, in which time he turned his attentions to community development including a role in the successful Walking Basketball project around the country.

“I’ve bought in players that fit my style and ethic. I need players to know that as well as giving me and the team 100%, they need to be dedicated to the community work that comes with it too. “Yes it’s about getting results and doing the best we can in the BBL, but it’s also about getting the community involved, getting them interested in Basketball again. We need to think about the future and hopefully seeing Surrey Scorchers do well will get more people involved and create a long-term plan for the franchise. “But yeah, I’m happy with the squad I’m building and everyone that comes in ticks all the boxes”.

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INTRODUCING THE TEAMS ON THE ARRIVAL OF TAYO OGEDENGBE AND THE DECISION BEHIND HIS CAPTAINCY APPOINTMENT “I’ve worked with Tayo for a number of years now and I’ve seen him develop as a player. When I was at Surrey/Guildford Heat with him I could see he was going to be special. I think with his experience, his leadership and his quality, he’s the obvious choice [for captain]. “He’s been at Glasgow Rocks the past two seasons and has spent some time in France with Calais too, so to have a player of that calibre, with that experience, will be key”.

ON SIGNING LAST SEASON’S SURREY UNITED CAPTAIN, ELVISI DUSHA “I’ve always kept a close eye on it and Elvisi was one of the players that stood out for me. He’s a young player with a big future. Jack Ma jewski (former Surrey United coach) opened the door for him and gave him opportunities, and I’m going to do the same. “I think to now be in a team that has so much experience will help him too. His role will be different to the one he played last season, but it’ll help him and it’ll improve him as a player, I’m sure”.

Surrey Storm First off, congratulations to Surrey Storm’s Tamsin Greenway, Pamela Cookey and Rachel Dunn for winning bronze at the recent Netball World Cup in Australia! The new Storm season begins in January, where they aim to defend their Netball Superleague title. Keep your eyes peeled in this publication and theguide2surrey.com/sport for more.

Fixtures: 02/11/2015 Surrey Smashers vs MK Badminton 30/11/2015 Team Derby vs Surrey Smashers

08/02/2015 University of Nottingham vs Surrey Smashers 21/03/2015 Birmingham Lions vs Surrey Smashers

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ON WHAT HE LOOKS FOR IN A PLAYER “It’s not all about ability with me. They have to be good enough, yes, but if they don’t share the same work ethic as me, then they aren’t for Scorchers. A big part of playing for us is also doing community work. “Going to schools, doing coaching classes, speaking to the media. It’s about getting the word out there that Surrey Scorchers are here to stay, they’re here for the long-term. “So if someone isn’t dedicated to that and can’t see my vision, it wouldn’t work”.

ON SURREY SCORCHERS IN FIVE YEARS’ TIME “Most important for me is to see attendances rise at home games. We have fantastic facilities here at Surrey Sports Park and I want to fill our capacity. Of course it would be good to be challenging in the BBL each year, and hopefully we can do that simultaneously, but my main vision is to increase the fan base and get people talking about Surrey basketball again”.

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FIXTURES 02/11/2015 Surrey Smashers vs MK Badminton 30/11/2015 Team Derby vs Surrey Smashers

08/02/2015 University of Nottingham vs Surrey Smashers 21/03/2015: Birmingham Lions vs Surrey Smashers

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How To Design Your Best Ever Marketing Campaign Kingsley, Bordon | 16th September This masterclass will provide hugely significant insight into how to best utilise marketing to suit your business needs. In the post-recession era it’s critical for businesses to spend their marketing budgets in both effective and measurable ways. Gone are the days of “It was a fun thing to do” being an acceptable measurement of a marketing campaign! This one day workshop starts with an insider’s analysis on some successful marketing campaigns - and some less successful! The event, which is hosted by Your Business Hub,

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also marked the successful launch of the revamped market in the town and the 70th anniversary of VJ Day. As part of the wider renovation of Aldershot as a whole, the town is proving itself to become a growing contender for future business locations. Find out more about the day and the Improving Aldershot project at rushmoor.gov.uk.

Farnborough Business Breakfast: UK Economic Outlook - ‘Will we get great growth?’ Holiday Inn Farnborough | 14th September Far more than a regular networking event (see our Business Event pages for a whole range of those), this Farnborough Business Breakfast at the Holiday Inn on the 14th September features a guest speaker of considerable pedigree. Suren Thiru, UK Economic Advisor at the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), will be joining us for breakfast at the Farnborough Holiday Inn to present the ‘BCC’s outlook for the UK economy’. This will be a chance for you to hear about the latest trends in the UK economy and the prospects for growth going forward, followed by a Q & A session. At the time of going to press there are a limited number of seats available, so be quick should you wish to attend. Book now and find out more information at hampshirechamber.co.uk.

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BUSINESS EVENTS SEPTEMBER 2015 FLEET BUSINESS BREAKFAST

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WHEN: 2nd Thursday of Each Month WHERE: The Oatsheaf, Fleet ENTRY: £12 per person

WHEN: Wednesday 9th September 8.30am – 10.30am WHERE: Aldershot Enterprise Centre ENTRY: £10

Meet on the 2nd Thursday each month to help Fleet & District’s businesses connect with each other. No membership fees: just £12 to attend which covers the cost of the meeting, provision of an attendees list and choice of breakfast: Full English or Continental.

Farnborough Business Connections provides a relaxed yet dynamic atmosphere, allowing you to network with like-minded local businesses.

A business education / improvement presentation is provided each month. Meetings attract 25 to 40 businesses each month and seats need to be pre-booked via the website. One of the most popular networking events in Fleet, this is a most for local businesses. fleetbusiness.org.uk

With a different Guest Speaker each month covering topics from Social Media and Marketing through to Business Growth and Sales, this is a great opportunity to pick up useful knowledge and while enjoying a breakfast and helping the small business community in the Farnborough area to grow.

CAMBERLEY BUSINESS BISCOTTI BADMINTON NETWORKING WHEN: First Friday of every month 6pm – 8pm WHERE: Lifestyle Fitness Centre, Lightwater Country Park ENTRY: £10 per person A genius twist on business networking that could only have come from IT company Projectfive, this is a great way to meet other local business leaders over a friendly bout of badminton. The standard of play (and fitness) is varied, and you’ll take part in several games of mixed-doubles and then its drinks and snacks in the bar to catch up with everyone else. All badminton Racquets, shuttle cocks and Refreshments are supplied. projectfive.co.uk

WHEN: Tuesday 15th September 9.30am – 11.30am WHERE: The Crabtree, Camberley Free Entry Business Biscotti is what networking is all about - meeting and forming business relationships with like-minded people. And it’s free! Their aim is for small medium size business owners to interact with each other. There’s no need to book, just come along and buy yourself a cup of tea of coffee to support the venue. Car parking is free. businessbiscotti.co.uk

RUSHMOOR NETWORKING FOR ENTREPRENEURS WHEN: Wednesday 16th September /8.30am – 10.30am WHERE: RBS, 200 Fowler Avenue, Farnborough ENTRY: £10 per person including drinks and buffet breakfast Are you an entrepreneur looking to make contacts in the local area and beyond? Are you looking for new suppliers who you can get to know, like and trust? Do you want to hear from a guest speaker each month who can add value to your business? If you’re a Rushmoor based business, these monthly networks are an excellent idea. September’s speaker is Mike Peates of oWow Chocolates. iamthebestof.biz

CAMBERLEY BUSINESS NETWORKING EVENTS WHEN: Wednesday 9th and 23rd September / 8am – 10am WHERE: Windlesham Golf Club ENTRY: £12 per person Fortnightly networking events taking place at the gorgeous Windlesham Golf Club, these are hugely popular events run by 4networking, the country’s premier ‘joined-up’ business network. With meetings every other Wednesday there are plenty of opportunities to get involved. 4networking.biz

ONE HOUR MBA WHEN: 15th September, 6pm – 8pm WHERE: University of Surrey ENTRY: Member Rate: £10.00 +VAT | Non Surrey Chambers Member Rate: £20.00 +VAT For professionals looking to develop the knowledge and skills needed to fast-track their business careers, an MBA (Master of Business Administration) is an essential ingredient for success. surrey.ac.uk

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RECRUITMENT

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FIND THE RIGHT

CANDIDATE! YourSurreyJobs.co.uk lists vacancies from local businesses aimed at those searching for a new career in Surrey. In addition to offering a wide range of job vacancies, we also publish our ‘handy advice’ blogs written by local experts, aimed at potential candidates and improving their chance of securing a position. Affordable, local and so simple; this is a fresh approach to recruitment, just for Surrey. As an independent local business, we know from first-hand experience how difficult and expensive it can be to recruit locally - especially when you want the best! It’s often a costly exercise, spending what could conceivably be a month’s wage on one advert or recruitment contract. TG Media Group believes that recruiting should be more affordable for local businesses. It shouldn’t cost you an arm and a leg to hire a new body; you just want the right candidate right?

A FRESH APPROACH TO LOCAL RECRUITMENT

Call the team on 01483 456004 to find out more or visit YourSurreyJobs.co.uk

FIELD SALES ASSOCIATE WANTED for TG Media Group: Guildford. Salary: £19k (basic)

Due to the high demand for our products at TG Media Group, we are recruiting a highly motivated individual to join our magazines. TG Media has quickly become the go-to choice for businesses to advertise locally through the continued success and popularity of ‘The Guide 2...’ magazines, The Guide 2 Surrey website and The Good Time Guide Offer Card. Job Description

What We Offer:

To make sure you’re a fit and a hit for the bestest local company that ever did exist, potential candidates should enjoy the following:

• Basic salary of £19k with an uncapped commission structure

• Ideally you will live in Surrey/North Hampshire or have a good knowledge of the area

• Company Car – you must have a clean driving licence and have been driving for one year. • Company Phone & iPad

• Enjoy achieving and exceeding targets

• 4 weeks holiday rising to 5 weeks after one year

• Be able to work on your own initiative as well as part of a team

• Health and wellbeing package

• Have a keen interest in all forms of media • Selling across multi-platform advertising • Enjoy meeting new people • Enjoy learning about different types of businesses • Build Media campaigns with your clients • Enjoy working in a creative, fast paced environment

• Top-Up health care scheme • Local benefits • Contributory pension scheme If you feel like you’re the right for the job, email your CV with Email Subject ‘FIELD SALES EXECUTIVE’ to info@tgmediagroup.co.uk

• And of course love that Friday feeling! If it’s a resounding yes for all of the above then we would love to hear from YOU!

Applicants who give 100% only need apply.

RECRUITMENT

SEPTEMBER 2015

Mortgage and Protection Advisor £20,000 Basic Salary + OTE £50k Crystal Clear Financial are a very successful, rapidly expanding local Financial Advisors. They are currently recruiting for a Mortgage and Protection Advisor. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced fully CeMAP, CF1 and CF6 or MAQ qualified Mortgage Broker or Mortgage Advisor to join a mortgage brokerage based in Guildford. This role will be to provide professional and regulated advice on all aspects of Mortgages and Protection business and to work with the other members of the team to support and deliver excellent advice and service to our clients. You will be required to provide advice to the company’s existing portfolio of clients as well as new clients generated through tactical and strategic marketing plans. You will also be expected to self-generate some leads, get involved in local business networking and support the director of the business in maximising the opportunities for yourself.

Please send your CV with a Covering letter to mike@crystalclearfs.com

CrystalClear Financial Services

1 Epsom Road, Guildford, Surrey, GU1 3JT 01483 487417 www.crystalclearfs.com

We are an independent and service led company, with a strong reputation. We are looking for an experienced letting agent to join and help grow our expanding and busy business in central Guildford. In the first instance please email your CV in the strictest confidence to Anthony Brown ambrown@chantries.net

ViewSat is one of the fastest growing operators within the global broadcast and transmission services industry for television and radio channels. We are currently recruiting for a Paid Intern for 3-6 months, possibly longer. To apply please email your CV to

sue@viewsat.eu

RECRUITMENT

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WEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;RE RECRUITING Experience Guildford, the townâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Business Improvement District (BID), is recruiting a new Town Ranger. Pivotal to the BID, Town Rangers assist in making Guildford a safer, cleaner and more welcoming environment for visitors and businesses. Candidates must demonstrate a good knowledge of Guildford, great customer service, excellent communication skills and a helpful, can-do attitude. If you are looking for a varied and rewarding role at the heart of Guildford town centre and believe you have the qualities to succeed call Stuart Craggs on 01483 452 163 or e mail your CV to stuart@ experienceguildford.com For the full job description visit experienceguildford.com/vacancies

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THE little ORANGE BOOK of useful numbers

EMERGENCY SERVICES Emergencies Non Emergencies Surrey Police

CITIZENS ADVICE BUREAU 999 101 0845 125 2222

LOCAL GPâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S AND SURGERIES Alexander House Surgery Milestone Surgery Mayfield Medical Centre Giffard Drive Surgery Jenner House Surgery Southwood Practice Park Road Surgery Gordon Road Surgery Camberley Health Centre Victoria Practice Border Practice Southlea Group Practice Aldershot Centre For Health Ash Vale Health Centre Dr P C Robinson Downing Street Surgery

01276 604604 01252 335000 01252 813800

DENTISTS ADP Fernhill Dental Centre Queensmead Dental Practice Farnborough Road Dental Practice Clareville Dental Surgery Coach House Dental Practice Broadhurst Dental Practice Camberley Dental Practice Camberley Dental Studio Coach House Dental Practice Centre for Dentistry Estetica Dental Clinic The Croft Dental Centre Smile For Life

01276 684342 03444 111 306 03454 040506

LOCAL AUTHORITIES 01252 541155 01252 545078 01252 541884 01252 541282 01252 548141 01252 371715 01276 670056 01276 459040 01276 20101 01252 335445 01252 328842 01252 344868 01252 335400 01252 317551 01252 723122 01252 716226

HOSPITALS AND EMERGENCY SERVICES Frimley Park Hospital Aldershot Centre for Health Fleet Community Hospital

Citizens Advice Surrey Heath Citizens Advice Rushmoor Citizens Advice Hart

01252 518608 0844 576 9953 01252 544779 01252 543215 01252 544063 01276 24425 01252 545313 01276 61626 01276 63854 01276 24425 01276 671953 01276 63654 01276 66710 01276 636775

Surrey Heath Borough Council Rushmoor Borough Council Hart District Council

01276 707100 01252 398399 01252 622122

CINEMA Camberley Vue The Atrium Camberley Theatre Aldershot Cineworld

0871 224 0240 01276 63732 01276 707600 0871 200 2000

TAXIS Gemini Taxis Camberley Cabs AAA Taxis Five Sixes Taxis A B CARS Hart Cars Euro Taxis A1 Rushmoor Taxis A Line Taxis Dinez Taxis and Airport Transfers VGT Ash Taxis Airport Taxis

01276 61111 01276 889889 01276 500550 01276 66666 01276 66441 01276 33333 01276 700777 01252 333555 01252 650000 01252 265363 01252 324000 01252 333222 01252 658800

VETS Ashworth Vets Companion Care Vets Farnborough Farnborough Veterinary Centre Grazely Vets Kynoch Vets Frimley Blackwater Valley Veterinary Centres Ltd Phoenix Vets Camberley Ash House Vets Ltd Pet Doctors Veterinary Clinics Rivendell Veterinary Group

DRUG AND ALCOHOL ADVISORY BODIES

PHONE REPAIR

SADAS 01483 590150 Surrey Hampshire Borders | NHS Trust Drug Addiction 01276 62566

iBrokemygadget Camberley Mefone Farnham

01252 542121 01252 413843 01252 511988 01252 544244 01252 836699 01276 22193 01276 21225 01252 343088 01252 324044 01252 337310

01276 66611 01252 724622

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BIG ACTIVITIES FOR LITTLE PEOPLE junior activities arena leisure centre

Roller Skating

A great way to develop your skating skills, get fit and meet some new friends. Saturdays Coaching session 8.30am – 9.30am Supervised Skating 9.30am – 10.45am Free Skate 9.30am – 11.20am

Football

Your child can spend their time including skills such as dribbling, passing, shooting, the sessions are fun based but structured and will also help with co-ordination, balance and movement. Come and dribble, Score, Wednesday 3.45 – 4.30pm

Funfit Gymnastics

Pre school gymnastics working with qualified instructors towards the British gymnastics pre-school awards scheme. Friday 1.30pm

Managed by Places for People Leisure on behalf of Surrey Heath Borough Council.

Trampolining Club

Term time courses for children starting with basic techniques and progressing through to the nationally recognised British Gymnastics Award scheme. A great way to have fun whilst keeping fit and improving balance and co-ordination for 3yrs+ Monday from 3.45pm Tuesday 3.45pm Wednesday from 3.45pm Thursday from 4.45pm

Gymnastics Club General Gymnastics

A mix of all disciplines promoting a healthy lifestyle in a non competitive environment. Friday 3.45pm

For more information on any of these activities please contact reception on

01276 417111

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