The Guide 2 Guildford January 2015

JANUARY 2015

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A HAPPY NEW YEAR TO ONE AND ALL!

AFTER THE FLOODS

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THE GUIDE 2 YOUR MONTH

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MOOD FOOD: BEAT THE WINTER

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COFFEE CULTURE

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UPCYCLE

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Now that the snow flaked shaped dust has settled on the great festive furore, we herald the entrance of a new year, a new start and what promises to be an exciting year both locally and nationally. 2015 sees General Elections, Rugby World Cups, the inaugural family fitness festival GoFest, the Surrey Half Marathon, the 800th anniversary of the signing of the Magna Carta - and that’s just the tip of the event-packed proverbial iceberg.

In this issue we ask you, the reader, your resolutions and hopes for the forthcoming ‘annum’, and a year after the deluge of last winter, we look at what we can do to prevent the pitfalls of extreme precipitation.

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Love coffee? We guide you through the various expressions of the coffee process, from bean to cup.

If you’re feeling that January has come just that bit too soon for you then make sure you read our ‘Mood Food’s’ page; sustenance to make you feel super! Yes!

KNOW?

Are your purse strings feeling ever so slightly tightened after the holidays? Then we’ll take you on a whistle stop tour of upcycling; saving you pennies whilst creating purposeful and pretty things.

The month of January is widely regarded to be named after the Roman God Janus. Depicted with two heads – of which one casts its eyes to the past and one to the future – he/she is the protector of doorways and gates, ensuring you a safe passage from one year to the next.

With that in mind, read on, feel inspired, embrace the moment and let’s get going for 2015.

Good luck!

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OUR CITIZENS

’ Resolutions New Years This year, we at TG Media solemnly pledge to find the best stories, interviews, events, people and businesses local to you.

See? That wasn’t too hard. Of course, most New Year’s resolutions aren’t so straightforward. In fact, they’re a bit like babies: fun to make but notoriously difficult to maintain.

So what, if anything, are you resolved to achieve in 2015?

Xenia 61 | Stall Holder They’re so difficult to keep. I don’t make big resolutions every year like, I’m going to lose a stone or run a marathon. If you’re going to make them it’s best if they’re quite small and achievable. I did achieve this year’s resolution which was to get the family album up to date, which was very worthwhile.

Tamas 40 | Chocolatier I usually don’t make resolutions because I never keep them! One for 2015?

I don’t know – probably to make more time for myself.

Stephanie 21 | Personal Trainer I actually achieved my resolution of 2014: to train to become a personal trainer.

So for 2015 it’s to actually get a job doing what I love.

They’re the only resolutions worth making anyway.

Terry 31 | Stall Holder I think everyone makes them but they never stick.

With me it’s always ‘I’ll give up smoking’ or something but so far… no such luck.

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Titan the Robot | Entertainer My New Year’s resolution? Hmm… probably to ask out that saucy Lexus NX300h I’ve had my optics set on for the last few months. That and to audition for the next Transformers movie.

I’d make a great human, wouldn’t you say darling?

Ed 57 | Charity Secretary

I make resolutions throughout the year. I don’t need an excuse to do something or somebody else to tell me something has to be done. For 2015 though, I’d like to learn French. I think that would be good; to have a conversation in French. Un Petit Pois!

David | Gym Owner I don’t make resolutions. I tend to procrastinate so I set my self short term targets and goals instead. I do have targets for 2015: to move to Bermuda and explore the other side of the world. I’ve got a 2 year old boy so I want to spend more time with him as well and focus on quality of life.

Jo 33 | Wine Bar Owner I’ve made resolutions before but they probably only lasted about a month so I don’t make them anymore. They were always about giving something up or getting fit, all those things that make you utterly miserable in January. But for 2015 I resolve to maybe slow down a little bit and prioritise some Me time. If there could just be an extra day in the week that would be awesome.

Ros 29 | Marketing Manager I always make one but I never ever keep it. I made one for my boyfriend last year: to say less, do more. He kept part of it - the do more bit - but he still can’t keep his mouth shut! This year I would like to manage my finances better!

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After the Floods A year on, we remember one of the wettest and most turbulent New Years on record…

It’s still hard to imagine but a little over a year ago great swathes of Surrey were underwater.

Torrential storms experienced over Christmas 2013 and into the New Year saw the Rivers Thames and the Wey burst their respective banks, cutting off communities, damaging businesses, destroying property, and causing havoc to roads and rail networks.

people clearing out their flooded homes and shops on Christmas Day,” she said.

However, we must never forget the huge efforts made by organisations such as the British Red Cross and Surrey Search and Rescue, alongside the emergency services, to go to the aid of thousands of residents in often dangerous conditions during that time.

In Southern England, January was the wettest recorded since 1910 and the Met Office suggests that this was one of the most exceptional periods for winter rainfall across the UK in 248 years. It is certainly hard to forget and many people, in Surrey and elsewhere in the UK, are still living with the damage left behind after the waters receded.

Elsewhere in Surrey, it was the towns and villages spread along the Thames that experienced some of the severest floods, including Esher, Walton-on Thames and Chertsey (who could forget the contentious ‘Chertsey Sausage’ that was flung up to protect against further flooding that February.) But it was only last month that Surrey County Council were awarded an additional £60million to further develop the River Thames Scheme and flood prevention measures.

The floods arrived after a succession of severe winter storms that hit the UK over December, January and even the first half of February.

Scotland and North East England took the first blows on the 5th December but on 23rd and 24th December a storm brought widespread flooding to southern England, reaching Dorset, Hampshire, Kent and Surrey leaving around 50,000 homes without power over Christmas.

The River Wey experienced some of its highest levels in nearly 15 years. More than 160 properties in Guildford, Cranleigh and Godalming were flooded after nearly 2.3in (60mm) of rain fell in one day. In Guildford, Conservative MP Anne Milton criticised the response by the Environment Agency who only released a severe weather warning when the river breached its banks on Christmas Eve. “It was terrible to watch local

It would take until February 2014 for the rivers to finally drop to normal levels and for the enormity of the damage to sink in, and even longer for significant government funding to help the Environment Agency begin to reverse the damage of displaced sand and fallen trees.

Overall the December and January storms claimed seven lives and ruined 1,700 properties across England.

So while we in Britain are fortunate to inhabit a relatively benign corner of the Earth, it’s clear that nature can always remind us of our vulnerability. We can only try to remember her lessons the next time the heavens open with such disastrous results.

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Ten Tips on Avoiding Flooding this Winter What can you do to avoid catastrophe should the sky fall on us again this winter? David Lewis from Grillo LLP Chartered Surveyors in Godalming offers ten helpful tips to protect your property...

Ensure gutters and downpipes to buildings are clear of leaves and debris and that gullies and underground drains are free running.

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Check roofs and ensure that missing tiles are replaced and loose flashings are secure.

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Check valley gutters and outlets to ensure they are free from obstructions. A dead pigeon or build-up of debris could block the outlet, leading to a flood inside the building.

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Check that all your rain water for gullies and patios, drives and paths are all clear and free running.

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Check that road and footpath gullies and drains are clear of fallen leaves and debris and have been cleared recently by the Council.

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If you have ditches or a stream running through or adjacent to your property, check that they are clear.

If any adjacent stream or ditch belongs to a neighbour or the Local Authority, ensure the appropriate body is aware of any obstructions, and that they organise clearance.

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If you live near to a watercourse that has flood defences, are they operational? Have moving parts been greased and tested recently and is equipment ready for use?

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Check your Buildings and Contents Insurance is up to date, adequate and covers you for flood?

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When was the sum insured last assessed?

It may no longer be sufficient.

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OUR CHARITY HOTSPOT 2015:

SURREY SEARCH AND RESCUE

Last year TG Media made a commitment to follow local charities, to showcase their tireless work in the community and to highlight the essential support they provide. As we enter 2015 we will continue to work with a charity for the year as well as bringing you all the charity news from your area.

This year we will be showcasing Surrey Search and Rescue and the volunteers that run it.

Focusing each month on different aspects of the organisation, we’ll talk to team members, dog handlers, the Swift Water Rescue teams and even those who the teams have helped over the years.

You may have been aware that Surrey Search and Rescue existed even before the floods that ravaged the county last winter. It is a totally voluntary specialist organisation whose sole remit is to find missing vulnerable adults and children.

The team of over 50 volunteers and 8 search dogs are on call 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

Every year some 2100 people go missing in Surrey and the teams are trained to operate in all environments, from woodlands to urban and even on water, to ensure that these people are found and returned safe. Surrey is made up of 642 square miles and most of it is covered in woodland - we are the most wooded county in the United Kingdom. It’s a hard task, but one the volunteers never shy away from.

Surrey Search and Rescue was formed in 2010 and is an official member of the UK’s Lowland Rescue Association. The team does not receive any government funding, or any funding from the police or the council. Indeed, they are a charity that relies entirely on donations to procure equipment and other resources. It is these donations that keep the team running, searching and saving lives.

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What Say Thee, TEAM TG? Best of 2014

Looking to 2015

Life of Brians

Purveyors of Politics

We met Brian May in erm, May, and Blessed in December – heroes both. In a year that’s seen us chat to the likes of Jennifer Saunders, Robert Cray, Paul Merton and Newton Faulkner – plus many more – it’s fair to say that this ‘ere magazine and TheGuide2Surrey.com knows how to get a coup or two…

May 2015 will see a general election, and if you want to see those horrible blighters/political saviours get in/stay out of power (delete as applicable) then registering to vote is rather important.

Go to www.gov.uk/register-to-vote and keep checking back here and TheGuide2Surrey.com for news.

Goodbye GuilFest

Guildford goes Musically International

Sadly it does actually seem like 2014 will be the last GuilFest – but what a final hurrah it was. As second stage sponsors, we chatted, mingled, got some TGTG Offer Cards out there and conversed with yet more celebs.

Sam Bailey, Roni Size, Dreadzone and the rest, we salute you!

The biennial music extravaganza that is the International Music Festival comes back to Guildford in March, with a huge variety of acts on offer. In truth there’ll be more than just music, with dance, theatre and visual arts all to be seen. Into Trappist monk freeform jazz?

If it exists, it’s likely to be here…

Get Down with the Fitness Surrey Sports Park and TGMedia are Best Buds…

In truth, we have been for a while now, but at the end of 2014 we officially became media partners with Surrey Sports Park. What this means is that in 2015 there’ll be a lot more exclusive news, interviews and live match updates from the teams that play there. Splendid!

Ready… Set… GoFest!

Speaking of Surrey Sports Park, in July we’ll see it hold the very first GoFest. A weekend long festival of sport aimed at getting us all motivated and find our favourite activity, this event will host more sports than you could shake a hockey stick at. We’ve covered it in detail in these pages, but visit gofest.co.uk for more.

Surrey Half Marathon For the truly dedicated - but what is January for if not to achieve goals like this? The Surrey Half Marathon takes place in March, where you can pound tarmac across the county for over 13 miles for charity, your wellbeing or (ideally) both. surreyhalfmarathon.co.uk has the info.

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Well we friendly souls at TGHQ may offer you regular insights into our collective personality - but that’s nice, no? As it’s a new year, we thought we’d open up to you a little more. Here’s a breakdown of what we’ve done in ’14 and what we’re looking forward to in ‘15…

TG Worldwide As you may know, we love to speak to charities. In October, we chatted to Godalming-based Alison Hall, who founded the marvellous Seeds for Development.

For those of you who missed it, this small organisation supports the poorest people in Uganda to kick poverty out of their lives through farming. And lo – Alison has bought copies of TG2 mags to Uganda! Amazing!

On the Road Again...

We’re obviously out and about, but also rather snap-happy. So we like to bring our favourite shops to your attention, and this is where our Hot Shop feature comes in. Each month, we love to pay an independent shop a visit, perhaps purchase a thing or two, and then show them off.

See some of our favourite Hot Shop montages at youtube.com/theguide2surrey. And speaking of social media…

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THE GUIDE 2 An Evening with Monty Don

Yvonne Arnaud Theatre / 14th January Renowned gardening writer and BBC television presenter Monty Don comes to the theatre on Wednesday 14th January. Monty will talk about his life and travels visiting gardens all over the world, what really happens behind the scenes when filming and about how he made his own organic garden from a bare field…

Cost: £20.50 - £21.50 www.yvonne-arnaud.co.uk

Ewhurst Players present - Goldilocks and the Three Bears Friday 30th January – Saturday 7th February / The Street, Ewhurst, GU6 7PX Leave it to the Ewhurst Players to reinvent a classic story and inject it with their typical brand of mirth and mayhem. Join Goldilocks, the bears and their band of ‘Goodies’ as they attempt to fend off the unwanted attention of an evil circus owner.

Tickets £8.00 each available from the Box Office on 01483 277338

Walk for Health Phillips Memorial Park, Godalming / 8th January New Year’s day a bit too soon for a hike? If you fancy giving it a few more days, there’s an 8 mile walk for you on the 8th January at 11am. A great way to get some air in your lungs and sweat out some of the blue cheese and port.

Cost: Free www.waverley.gov.uk

Antiques Collectors Fair

Cranleigh Village Hall / 15th January If you still have pennies to spend post-yuletide, then this monthly event will surely unearth some gems. Keep your eyes peeled for some treasures between 7am and 3.30pm. www.cranleighvillage.net

Withering Looks The Mill Studio / 15th & 16th January

LipService, Britain’s favourite literary lunatics, celebrate 25 years since the launch of their multi award-winning cult show Withering Looks. An “authentic” look at the lives and works of the Bronte sisters, this is a funny and loving ode to the literary legends.

Cost: £13 www.yvonne-arnaud.co.uk

TFI Friday Presents Dino Baptiste Tickled Ivory / 9th January Live music is a staple of Tickled Ivory, and we could have picked any number of performers to shout about. In the end we plumped for the incredibly talented pianist, vocalist and entertainer, Dino Baptiste, who comes on Friday 9th January. Expect Blues, Boogie Woogie & Rock & Roll mixed with some modern classics.

Cost: Free before 10.30pm, £5 after www.tickledivory.com

Electric Theatre Film Festival The Electric Theatre / 12th – 17th January Featuring highly acclaimed movies from across the globe, the Electric Theatre Film Festival offers the opportunity to embark on a left-field cinematic adventure that you may have missed previously. With your TGTG Offer Card tickets are only a fiver too…

Cost: £7 (£5 with a TGTG Offer Card) www.electrictheatre.co.uk

King Lear Holy Trinity Church / 17th January – 7th February The mighty Brian Blessed stars in Guildford Shakespeare Company’s production of King Lear. At the time of going to press tickets are flying, so purchase before they’re all gone!

Cost: £25; matinee £18, concession £21, family £80 www.guildford-shakespeare-company.co.uk

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YOUR MONTH Butterflies in the Glasshouse

The Sixteen present: Monteverdi Vespers

RHS Garden Wisley / 17th January – 8th March

Guildford Cathedral / 30th January

Going to RHS Garden Wisley is always a marvellous idea, but seeing butterflies in the glasshouse is always a real treat. Say hi to the striking Blue Morpho; the giant Owl; the King Swallowtail and the colourful Malay Lacewing.

The Sixteen perform one of the cornerstones of the classical repertoire, Monteverdi’s monumental Vespers of 1610, at Guildford Cathedral. Famed for its thrilling rhythms, grand choruses and beautiful solo movements, the Vespers is one of the most significant collections of sacred music ever written.

Cost: Adults £11, Children £4.75 www.rhs.org.uk/gardens/wisley

Cost: £15 - £30 www.guildford-cathedral.org

Lunchtime Creative Writers Group University of Surrey, School of English and Languages / 20th January Interested in writing? Whether you’re into flash fiction or a long-term project, Surrey Uni’s monthly meetings offer the chance to share work with others and receive helpful feedback, or get ideas off the ground. It’s free and the public are welcome from 1pm.

Cost: Free www.surrey.ac.uk

Burns Night Celebration Denbies Wine Estate / 22nd January For a truly Scottish celebration, head to Denbies near Dorking. The evening includes sparkling wine on arrival, a four course meal including haggis neeps and tattis, Denbies wine and live music.

Cost: £55 www.denbies.co.uk

Winter Wassailing Swan Barn Farm, Haslemere / 23rd January Learn the art of the wassail and improve your chance of a bumper apple crop. Join Swan Barn Farm for an evening of spirit warding, superstition and fun as you perform a traditional wassailing ceremony to banish the evil spirits from the orchards.

Watts at Night Watts Gallery / 30th January The Watts Gallery is a beautiful building, and on Friday 30th January you can enjoy late night opening with music and a bar, experience exciting performances and get involved with creative workshops for all ages. Take the opportunity to explore the exhibition, Step into Supernature, at night. www.wattsgallery.org.uk

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Tzigauners Independent Venue Week Boileroom / 26th January – 1st February Independent Venue Week is a 7 day long series of gigs running at the Boileroom. Find out more in our Entertainment pages.

Cost: Various www.theboileroom.net

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Bar des Arts / 31st January One of Guildford’s quirkiest and most versatile bars hosts an appropriate evening of live music.

Tzigauners are inspired by the groundbreaking guitar of Django Rienhardt, and blend it with elements of traditional Parisian, swing and contemporary jazz styles.

Cost: Free Entry www.bardesarts.co.uk

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The Ultimate Driving Machine

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The second generation of the Sports Activity Coupe is here and in our showroom ready for test drive*. Armed with an even more potent design presence and outstanding performance, the new BMW X6 will really make a statement.

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Slyfield Green, Woking Road, Guildford, Surrey GU1 1RD 01483 207000 vinesofguildfordbmw.co.uk Official fuel economy figures for the BMW X Series range: Extra Urban 29.4 - 68.9 mpg Urban 16.1 - 54.3 mpg Combined 22.6 - 62.8 mpg CO2 emissions 292- 119g/km. Figures may vary depending on driving style and conditions. *Test drive subject to applicant status and vehicle availability.

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CELEBRATE THE BOILEROOM

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INDEPENDENT VENUE WEEK 2015 TAKES PLACE BETWEEN THE 26TH JANUARY AND 2ND FEBRUARY. GUILDFORD’S BOILEROOM CELEBRATE THEIR OWN INDEPENDENT STATUS BY HOSTING A WEEK OF EXCELLENT GIGS… As many of you will be aware, the Boileroom in Guildford is thriving. At a time when independent venues of any description are in a steady decline, it has blossomed. Now in its 9th year, they’ve hosted some of the country’s biggest artists and some true music legends; Ed Sheeran, Newton Faulkner, Bloc Party – they’ve all been here. And it’s not just musicians, with Mr Nice himself Howard Marks offering his musings to a capacity crowd too.

As a local success story- and one that recently staved off a real threat of closure due to noise complaints the Boileroom will be partaking in Independent Venue Week. This year sees modern folk hero Frank Turner taking over the mantle as Ambassador from Radiohead’s Colin Greenwood.

Independent Venue Week is a 7 day celebration of small music venues around the UK and a nod to those that run them. These venues give artists their first experience of playing live in front of an audience and for fans to get up close to artists that may well be playing stadiums and festival main stages.

The Boileroom will be hosting a number of gigs throughout the week, kicking off on Tuesday 27th with a local label showcase, with acts from Failure By Design, Rose Coloured and Lockjaw celebrating all things independent. Wednesday 28th will see “fun, self-deprecating indie from Sunderland” courtesy of Frankie & the Heartstrings. These Ghosts take to the stage on Thursday with their “enigmatically gorgeous and unsettling” sound. Finally Sunday 1st February sees JP Cooper’s soulful sound – heavily championed by Radio 1 – round off the week. Many other acts are to be confirmed!

To find out more about what to expect at the Boileroom during Independent Venue Week, visit www.theboileroom.net

BOILEROOM HELPS MUSIC CHARITY HIT A MILESTONE Congratulations to the Boileroom for becoming the 100th venue to sign up to music charity Attitude is Everything’s Charter of Best Practice, which offers improved accessibility at live music events for deaf and disabled fans.

The Charter of Best Practice is designed to encourage event producers to go beyond the legal obligations set out in the Equality Act and implement best practice that provides a fair and equal service to their deaf and disabled customers. In 2013, more than 70,000 disabled people attended venues and festivals signed up to the Charter.

The Boileroom joins the likes of Glastonbury, Reading Festival, The O2, The Roundhouse and Brixton Academy in being recognised for its commitment to attracting and welcoming disabled audiences.

Find out more at www.attitudeiseverything.org.uk.

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For most of us, going a day without a good cup of coffee is unthinkable. It’s not just about the caffeine - although we doubt we could produce this magazine without a steady stream of coffee bean fuelling us. But the joys of a freshly brewed coffee can all be found in the flavour. Unlocking the subtle caramels, chocolates, florals and fruit tones inherent to coffee all comes down to the brewing method, and while there are dozens of gizmos and techniques out there, we thought we’d explore the most common ones – and a couple more unusual – to discover what goes into the perfect brew.

ESPRESSO MACHINE Espresso coffee machines come in all shapes and sizes and at all price levels. But the method for perfect espresso remains the same for most. The important factors involved in making espresso with a machine are: THE COFFEE – Quality is king, but only use coffee within three weeks of grinding, whether you grind your own beans or not. Dark roasts tend to be more complex, with chocolate and caramel flavours; lighter roasts are more fruity and floral.

THE DOSE - A traditional Italian 30ml double espresso is made with a 14g dose.

TEMPERATURE – The optimum temperature for producing espresso is between 92C and 96C. EXTRACTION AND THE GRIND – You’ll want to aim for 30 seconds to extract - that’s 30 seconds between switching the water flow on and off again. Any longer and the coffee will be bitter.

THE POUROVER METHOD This is a quick, time-tested method of brewing coffee from Japan that has seen a resurgence in recent years. And perhaps the finest purveyors of Pourover Drip Coffee in Surrey are the award-winning Pinnock’s Coffee Shop in Ripley. Co-owner of Pinnock’s Russell James says: “When you’re making coffee with the Pourover method, you’re extracting all the flavours, all the subtleties and the interesting notes within.”

FOLLOW RUSSELL’S METHOD FOR PERFECT POUROVER COFFEE • When your kettle has boiled leave it for about three minutes to let the temperature fall to about 93-95 degrees. This prevents the water scalding the coffee.

• Place filter in a drip cone (plastic, china etc. available from many kitchen stores and online) above a cup or mug.

• Wet the filter with hot water. This removes the paper taste. Discard water.

• Measure out 20 grams of medium ground coffee and place in the filter.

• The ‘pre-pour technique’: Just cover the grounds with enough water then ‘agitate’ the coffee by stirring gently. This begins to extract the flavours.

• As the water starts to go down, pour more straight into the centre. It will balloon a little like a chocolate soufflé. As this sinks agitate it some more.

• A final pour to extract the rest of the flavours and you’re done.

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STOVETOP ESPRESSO MAKER Can’t afford an espresso machine but still desire a rich, concentrated coffee with an espresso-like crema? Then you need one of these stovetop –or Moka- espresso makers. They produce coffee by passing boiling water pressurized by steam through ground coffee. They’re cheap, simple to use, easy to clean and take up very little room. A real coffee mate.

CAFETIERE Another affordable and very reliable coffee maker, a cafetiere rarely lets you down. Use only coarse ground coffee and boiled water that’s been left for a minute or two. A pour and a good stir and then the only hard bit: leave it for a minimum of four minutes before pouring – not a minute less. You can wait four minutes, right?•

IF YOU HAVE TO MAKE INSTANT… • Use high-quality instant coffee.

Use a rounded teaspoon to start with, but experiment with quantity from there.

• Fill the kettle with bottled, filtered or purified water.

• Turn off the kettle just before it reaches full boil.

• Pour a teaspoon of water over the coffee and stir and crush into a paste. This is the moment to add any sugar to the mix. Stir well and continue to fill with water.

• Add cream or milk and continue to stir well. Posh up your coffee even further with a dash of syrup and even a dusting of powdered chocolate or cinnamon.

Our picks of the best coffee shops near you Glutton and Glee 6 Tunsgate Guildford www.gluttonandglee.co.uk

Harris and Hoole 49 North St Guildford www.harrisandhoole.co.uk

Caracoli 168 High St Guildford www.caracoli.co.uk

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WHERE TO EAT: The Park Hatch, Cranleigh

By Rich Lee

A favourite country pub restored, the Park Hatch is back with a bang-on seasonal menu and shiny new look…

Who doesn’t love a comeback I chose a hearty sounding dish story? The authors of the Park of medallions of beef fillet on Hatch’s return to relevance are Dauphinoise potatoes. And business partners Bruce Belton it didn’t let me down at all. and Andy and Erica Wills, three Tender and pink, the juices ran locals who sought to save the into the decadently buttery once cherished Cranleigh pub potatoes sublimely, the whole after its fortunes had flagged complemented by a note-perfect over recent years. Their £250,000 chestnut mushroom sauce with a refurbishment brought a much side of bright green beans cooked needed facelift to practically to a crisp snap. every corner of the pub, from Any good pub these days lives or the bar to the dining room and dies by its burgers, the totally “Sinking happily under and here the Park revamped beer a heavy food glaze, we were Hatch proved it garden. rescued by manager James with a winning Inside, the new venison burger: and his eye-opening Park Hatch still the rich gamey (and eye-watering) retains the cosy meat dressed up features of old with smoked bacon homemade limoncello” -including its and a tangy onion glorious fireplace- but offers a chutney was all kinds of satisfying. lighter, airier dining room than So desserts, and if predictable before. French windows and stone tiled flooring, happily mismatched crowd pleasers like our sticky toffee pudding and chocolate chairs and tables and soft spot brownie with salted caramel ice lighting bring an easy modernity cream hardly made for a surprise, without losing the Park Hatch’s that’s only because the new Park rustic appeal.

Hatch knows what they are and Which all helped put us in a what their customers want. And relaxed, rustic mood when we in our case, that was a totally arrived, which, in turn, influenced indulgent sticky toffee pudding our choice of starters. To wit: an and chocolate brownie. excellent duck and cranberry Sinking happily under a heavy terrine that was earthy and tart food glaze, we were rescued by in all the right places and a garlic manager James and his eyeand onion baguette slathered in opening (and eye-watering) wild forest mushrooms that was homemade limoncello. It’s these as good for our appetite as it was little touches that exemplify the bad for our breath. kind of easy, friendly service from Out of some truly tantalising the staff at the Park Hatch, now options from the specials board seasoned after the pub’s first

The Park Hatch Bookhurst Road Cranleigh GU6 7DN Tel: 01483 274374 --Sautéed Wild Forest Mushrooms on Garlic & Onion Baguette £6.50 Duck and Cranberry Terrine with Apple & Plum Chutney £5.95 --Beef Fillet Medallions with Dauphinoise Potatoes £21.95 Park Hatch Venison & Smoked Bacon Burger £12.95 --Chocolate Brownie & Salted Caramel Ice Cream £5.50 Sticky Toffee pudding £5.50 Food Total = £58.35

busy summer. And combined with top quality pub grub, a fantastic selection of wines, ales and beers –including local favourites Firebird Brewery - the new Park Hatch is so much more than the quaint local’s pub it used to be. It’s now truly a destination and Cranleigh is a better place for it once more.

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FARMERS’ MARKETS

& OTHER FOODIE EVENTS

WALTON-ON-THAMES FARMERS’ MARKET Saturday 3rd January | 9.30am – 2pm | The Heart

GUILDFORD FARMERS’ MARKET Tuesday 6th January | 11:30am – 3:30pm | High Street

CRANLEIGH FARMERS’ MARKET Wednesday 7th and Saturday 17th January | 10am to 2pm The Village Hall

RIPLEY FARMERS’ MARKET Saturday 10th January | 9am-1pm | The Village Green

FLEET FARMERS’ MARKET Saturday 10th January | 10am – 1.30pm | Elvetham Heath, The Key, Fleet

WOKING FARMERS’ MARKET Thursday 15th & Saturday 31st January | 9am to 2.30pm | Town Square

CAMBERLEY FARMERS’ MARKET Saturday 17th January | Park Street, Camberley

MILFORD FARMERS’ MARKET Sunday 18th January | 10am to 1.30pm Secretts Farm Shop car park

COBHAM FARMERS’ MARKET Saturday 24th January | Hollyhedge Parade

FARNHAM FARMERS’ MARKET Sunday 25th January | 10am to 1.30pm | Central Car Park

BURNS NIGHT AT THE HOGS BACK HOTEL Saturday 24th January | The Legacy Hogs Back Hotel, Seale, Farnham Legacy Farnham Hog’s Back Hotel hosts it’s very own Burns Night, including a four course dinner. Enjoy whiskey, haggis, neeps & tatties and other Scottish delights to the sound of a traditional piper followed by a disco well into the night. Kilts are optional! £33.50 per person

PORK BUTCHERY COURSE AT BUTCHER’S HALL Tuesday 27th January | 9.00 am – 3.00 pm | Butcher’s Hall, Forest Green, Dorking Master butcher Murray is your guide to all things pork. During this fascinating workshop he will explain how each part of the pig is used and will then break down the whole carcass to show where the meat comes from for sausages, pork pies etc. You will get to take home two joints that you have prepared.

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Talking to - The Naked Grocer Chris Bavin is on a mission to return the local greengrocer to relevance on the high street once more, with his award winning shop in Walton-on-Thames, the Naked Grocer. He also presents BBC One’s family food programme Eat Well for Less? alongside Masterchef ’s Greg Wallace.

We caught up with Chris ahead of the programme’s return early this year.

What do you do?

I have a high end greengrocers in Walton called the Naked Grocer. I also import fruit and vegetable for a company called Pacific Produce.

Alongside that I have done a tiny bit of TV , some key note speaking and retail consultancy.

I have been a Greengrocer in the literal sense for 5 years, but have been involved in the fresh produce industry for 18 years.

What makes the Naked Grocer in Walton-on-Thames different from other food shops?

We have tried to take all that is good from a traditional greengrocer and give it a modern twist. Great customer service is at the core of everything we do, supporting local growers and the community we are in (winning the Contribution to the Community Award for Elmbridge last year).

You opened the shop in 2009 during the height of the recession and when similar independent businesses were in decline. It must have felt like a terrible gamble?

Yes very much so. Starting any business is a big gamble especially in a sector that has known to be strolling and in the worst recession the UK has seen for a very, very long time. But I was confident that if the offering was as good as it can be -offering top quality fresh fruit and vegetables at low prices - you will always do ok.

Do you ever see the ma jority of the public turning away from the supermarkets in favour of small, independent grocers once again?

I don’t think we will ever turn the clock back completely, and I am not anti-supermarkets at all.

But I think spreading your weekly shop around not only makes good financial sense but will also do wonders for your local economy.

How did you get involved with the BBC and the programme Eat Well for Less?

I got a phone call out of the blue from a researcher at RDF television and they were looking for people to give some opinions on a consumer show. After meeting a few times we looked at the possibility of making a food show which the BBC really liked, and the rest as they say is history. Eat well for less? is a show that looks into families’ shopping budgets and how they can be reduced without compromising on quality.

Where has this series taken you this time and what surprises did you uncover?

We worked closely with 3 families in different parts of the UK, and then through that we went off to investigate some of the alternatives we were suggesting, leading to some very interesting findings.

Finally, what are your New Year’s Resolutions?

To try and spend more time with my family and get a better work/life balance.

Visit the www.thenakedgrocer.com for more information. Eat Well for Less? returns to BBC One in early 2015.

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JANUARY 2015

/ˈʌpsʌɪk(ə)l/

By Alex D’ Arcy

verb 1. reuse (discarded objects or material) in such a way as to create a product of higher quality or value than the original. “the opportunity to upcycle trash, or turn it into new products, was vast” As per the definition above, Upcycling is the practice of improving upon that what you already have or what has already been produced; whether it be transforming your withered dining room table or creating something completely new from old. Check out our Pinterest board online (pinterest.com/Theguide2surrey) for some great examples that have tickled our fancy and are a great source of inspiration for budding upcyclists…

No doubt about it - we consume. It could be said that our consumption of daily and household products could be catastrophic; in our consumption of household items are we not adding a burgeoning hole upon our current resources, and indeed mother earth?

Compared to our neighbouring countries on the continent, the carbon footprint of the UK is the size of the BFG’s end of year party attendees dancing Gangnam style in Peter Rabbits vegetable patch. So, in the words of a well-known super conglomerate retailer – every little helps.

Here at TGHQ the idea of becoming a carbon neutral country is a notion we hold dear to our hearts – so quit your dilly dallying and let’s start with self…

Getting Started Once you’ve decided that upcycling is going to be your new hobby / way of life, you’ll need to decide upon what it is you exactly want to upcycle. Eventually you’ll come across something in your homestead that isn’t looking the sharpest and could perhaps do with a new lease of life; great – your first item!

See next sections on ‘courses’.

If however, none of your personal effects are in need of repair or sprucing, then the next step is to source your materials. Now let’s be clear; the idea of upcycling is a) to improve on something that already exists and b) to spend as little as possible in the process.

Here are some handy sources for finding your next favourite piece of furniture FreeCycle – most towns will have a local Freecycle website whereby you can go and collect household items for free from other users. Check out www.freecycle.org to find your local group.

Charity Shops with furniture – A fantastic source of unwanted furniture and bric-a- brac at a fraction of the cost, all the while giving to charity.

See the DEBRA in Guildford or Phyllis Tuckwell Hospice shops.

Freegle – Don’t throw it away, give it away!

That’s the motto of website Freegle. Not dissimilar to Freecycle, another great online community of users giving their unwanted items away.

Furniture Link – Based up at Cathedral Hill and part of the charity Guildford Action, FurnitureLink reuse, recycle and refurb unwanted items. They’ll even collect the items you don’t want for a small donation. See www.furniturelinkguildford.com.

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Courses To take on this task we may need to add a few more strings to our creative bows along the way and there are a variety of course out there for you to try your hand at – not necessarily upcycling specific courses, more teachings to improve one’s skills so that we can be champions of the upcycle. We want to produce the prettiest of finished articles, do we not?

Find below a selection of workshops and courses to get you going.

What? Furniture Restoration and French Polishing Where? Guildford Adult Learning Centre When? 16th January – 27th March (10 week long course) What? Soft Furnishing: Curtains, Blinds and Home Textiles Where? Guildford Adult Learning Centre When? 14th February – 25th March (10 week course) What? Stained Glass for Beginners Where? Guildford Adult Learning Centre When? 16th January – 13th February (5 week course)

What? One Day Belt Making Course Where? Rebecca Jane Workshop, Smithbrook Kilns When? See www.rebecca-jane.com for more courses and available dates What? Traditional Upholstery Course, Day Workshop Where? Studio 22, Cateshall Lane, Godalming When? 24th January (visit www.sarahlouisedix.co.uk for more courses and availability)

Top Tip Check out www.thecraftynest.co.uk – Great blog offering tips and advice as well as great workshops on painting furniture.

For some inspiration to start your journey, here are some businesses that champion the upcycle revolution.

Sarah Louise Dix Check out the SLD Salvage range, where reclaimed furniture is transformed into stunning one off pieces.

Not so much upcycling, but Sarah’s passion for creating extraordinary furniture is laid bare for all to see via her exquisite Pink Label Corset Chaise Longue. www.sarahlouisedix.co.uk

The Antique Chair Company As the proprietor and owner states, The Antique Chair Company ‘wanted to make people who wouldn’t normally buy Antiques, look again.’ Well our heads were certainly turned when we first encountered these wonderful antique chairs updated in the most vibrant of patterns and fabrics. Stunning. www.theantiquechaircompany.co.uk

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By Alex D’Arcy Smouldering browns strewn with scratches and spatters of everyday life; the aesthetics of an aged and vintage leather garment tells a story in its own right. Like one’s life, no two can tell the exact same tale. This is the beauty that professional up-cyclist and eco conscious accessories designer Rebecca Jane wishes to convey through her design of unique leather bags and accessories, created in her workshop in the idyllic setting of Smithbrook Kilns.

We caught up with Rebecca to find out more.

TG: Why did you decide to start working in this sector?

RJ: I used to work for an accessories designer called Paul Seville who used the traditional techniques of working with leather like hand-dying and embossing and I think through working with him that I just fell in love with leather. I’ve always loved recycling and upcycling. I combined my skill set and interests into one to form the company.

TG: What has been your greatest challenge to date?

RJ: Probably when a Japanese agent spotted my work. I used to do markets in London and there were always people scouting around saying that they were big buyers and nothing ever really happened.

Then I was approached and asked if I wanted my bags stocked in Japan and the next thing I know I’ve got the Paris agency on the phone asking for samples ASAP. I was a one woman band at that time and I had to employ seamstresses to come

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and help me fulfil collections, working with companies abroad and the whole logistical side of things.

TG: What key skills do you consider contribute to your success?

RJ: Hard work! Obviously pattern cutting, appreciation of leather materials and how they all work together. As well as an eye for design, keeping up with current trends and being a businesswoman. The biggest thing is determination, hard work and seeing it through.

TG: What motivates you?

RJ: I love being my own boss and having my own business. I love materials and the aesthetics of what I do. I’m turning old discarded materials into these new modern bags that then have a whole new life to them. I think it’s a really exciting journey.

For further information, and to view the collection, visit www.rebecca-jane.com

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STAYING DRY Stay dry and keep alcohol free this January to experience the many benefits of sobriety.

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es it is raining outside, but we’re not talking about that, so put that umbrella down and absorb the details below. You might find it sounds like a good idea.

December was a fun month right? Family gatherings galore and a bottle of your favourite Alpine distilled Absinth that made you feel like you were Mike Tyson at the time but perhaps, more like Mary Poppins the morning after? We know that temptations are many and excuses not to go out are few and far between. So if you feel like you need a little rejuvenation - maybe a little hiatus from the hops - then there is something “oh so simple” you can do.

Dry January Dry January is a campaign instigated by those good folk over at Alcohol Concern. Ultimately it is set up to raise money for their fine charity, but also to encourage some kind of detox in the aftermath of the party season. For those of you wishing to take part, this is a self-imposed exile from the pubs and alcohol aisles of supermarkets, which could ultimately save you some sterling, perhaps lose you a few pounds (weight) here and there and in turn provide you with an exuberance and energy that maybe had lost its way in the past month.

Visit www.dryjanuary.org to actively take part and raise money.

Did you know?

Alcohol is a depressant - fact. Alcohol is the most used drug in the UK after tobacco. That’s right – it’s a drug. Somewhere along the line there is going to be some kind of physiological affect which, in turn, will affect your well-being and ultimately the YOU that we used to know.

Want to talk about it?

On a serious note, if you think that you are drinking too much and feel that talking to friends and family may be embarrassing, problematic or indeed uncomfortable then there are a number of fantastic organisations based in the area that have one thing in mind - listening / talking / helping you. It might be the best thing you do today. drinkaware.co.uk

Surrey Drug and Alcohol Care www.surreydrugcare.org.uk Freephone: 0808 802 5000

Surrey Drug & Alcohol Action Team www.surreydaat.org.uk | Tel 01483 519642

SADAS www.sadas.org.uk | Tel: 01483 590150

And for more facts, stats and advice visit www.dryjanuary.org and www.drinkaware.co.uk

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LET’S GO...

GoFest 2015 draws ever closer and, following the successful launch of the festival at Surrey Sports Park in November, it continues to grow as word spreads around the country.

The festival itself is like no other. Not only will Gofest have the traditional air of your classic music-orientated weekend, but will also boast an extensive rosta of new activities that, well, you might just have a secret knack for without even knowing!

GoFest 2015 is your chance to find out.

With twelve uniquely named sporting zones – all of which contain different activities throughout the weekend – there’ll be something for everyone to have a go at.

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go Mountain bike track Half-pipe BMX masterclasses Spin classes Electric bike tracks Pedal power to make your own juice smoothies Specialist bike exhibitors

Five-a-side football Children’s rounders Tug of war Sports day activities Tournaments Athletics

Masseurs Physiotherapists Indian head masseurs Chill out music Physio beds Pool tables

Alpine ski arcade game Ice rink Ski simulators Snowboard simulators

Cooking demos Celebrity chefs Cooking classes Healthy cooking

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Aerobics Body attack Body combat Bootcamp Box Fit British Military Fitness assault course Flow yoga Meditation & relaxation Muay Thai boxing Pilates Ravercise Step aerobics Tai Chi Yoga Zumba

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Also in attendance will be former England International, and GoFest ambassador, Kevin Keegan, who’s bringing an activity of his own along too – ‘Sokka’.

‘Sokka’ is a 45 second long footballbased activity that can be played individually or against an opponent.

The aim is to kick the ball wherever the light on the board in front of you signals, gaining points each time. It’s designed to not only improve your footballing skills, but offers an enjoyable activity, something Keegan believes is vital:

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“With ‘Sokka’ you don’t realise how much work you’re putting in. You don’t realise just how active you are in such a small playing area. I agree that exercise can be dull, but that’s what we need to change.

If you aren’t enjoying your activity, do something else, there’s a sport for everyone.”

So, do you fancy skiing in Guildford mid-summer next year or doing a spot of yoga before enjoying some night time entertainment then heading back to camp? Thought so.

“The thing nowadays is that kids, and even adults, don’t enjoy their exercise. It’s seen as a chore and something that can wait and then usually avoided.

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Kevin Keegan with his SOKKA games (digital football training games) Rounders Judo Table tennis Jungle run/assault course Soft play area Football shoot out Crèche supervisors Arts & crafts Mini zip wire

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WHAT’S THE BUZZ ABOUT ENERGY DRINKS?

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As it’s January many of us will be hitting the treadmill and grabbing any old sugar-loaded drink to refuel. But we should always consider what we put in our bodies…

I don’t there’s been a day gone by that I haven’t been mooching around town and not seen someone clutching some form of energy drink. Everyone - but particularly young people - seem to live, thrive and survive on the stuff. Saturday night’s out sees an unfathomable amount of shots and cocktails built around them.

There’s a dizzying array of brands out there at the moment; some well-known names and supermarket’s cheap alternative. The fact is they’re everywhere – but why are they so well-liked? And what’s the effect of drinking these bubbly brews?

Why so popular?

Well according to research done by the NHS, some 30-50% of teenagers in England and Wales drink energy drinks.

They are advertised in such a way that we are lead to believe that they will improve your physical and mental performance, boost your energy and keep you awake for longer. It’s easy to want to buy into this; as a teenager, I needed around 40 pounds of PE4 placed under my bed to get me up. But what’s in it?

Ingredients are different from brand to brand, but the key ones are:

U Caffeine - our faithful friend. This stimulant takes around two hours to wear off and gives you an instant boost. Drink too much and you get the shakes, feel anxious, get increased blood pressure and - given the right amount - get the squits. Nasty.

U Then there’s all the ingredients that sound

like a 70s prog-rock band: Guarana, Taurine, L-Carnitine, Ginseng, and Yohimbine. Not enough research has been done into the effects of these ingredients, alone or when mixed together, but what little data that’s out there is saying long term use can play merry havoc with your health.

What are the Potential Effects of me Drinking this Stuff?

Some energy drinks taste great and everyone likes a dose of instant energy; however some of these bad boys contain as much as three times as much caffeine as a can of cola. So we’re back to all those symptoms we chatted about earlier, plus increased blood pressure and disturbing the rhythm of your heart (which might increase your chances of a heart attack, stroke or even kidney disease).

Last year in December, researchers from the University of Bonn in Germany studied the hearts of 17 people an hour after they had an energy drink. They found that their subjects had “Intensified heart contractions”. No mention of diarrhoea though. Every cloud…

What about Alternatives?

Eat a high energy snack like a banana or try drinking some water. It’s what your system was designed for; you wouldn’t put diesel in an unleaded car would you? There really is no secret other than what you know: eat healthily, exercise regularly and get a good night’s sleep instead of watching Top Gear or Kardashian reruns into the small hours…

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SEASON PREVIEW SURREY STORM

By Tayler Willson WHERE THEY PLAY:

Surrey Sports Park (Capacity: 1000)

HOW DID LAST SEASON GO? After winning the league campaign unbeaten, plus reaching the grand-final, you could say last season was a roaring success. However, losing the final at the death, after leading for the entire match, was a bitter pill to swallow.

WHAT ARE EXPECTATIONS FOR THIS SEASON? The only improvement that can be made on last year is winning the grand-final. With their finger-tips on the trophy only recently, this season has to see the Storm crowned champions

KEY FIXTURES: HERTFORDSHIRE MAVERICKS – 7TH MARCH MANCHESTER THUNDER – 14TH MARCH TEAM BATH – 17TH MARCH

MANAGER: Tamsin Greenway. The 31-year-old player-coach has enjoyed success in the past and has been in the England set-up since 2004/05. She’s competed in two commonwealth games (2006 and 2010), collecting bronze at both.

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Greenway has previously played for Team Bath and Queensland Firebirds in the Australasian ANZ Championships.

PLAYER TO WATCH IN 2014/2015: Rachel Dunn. The 6ft 2” Goal-shooter has, like Greenway, been part of the England squad since 2004/05 and has also appeared in two commonwealth games (2006 and 2010). Dunn is known for her pin-point accuracy and Storm fans will be hoping to see points on the board courtesy of her.

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Talking to...Pam Cookey The end of January sees the start of the netballing season, with Surrey’s very own Surrey Storm amongst the favourites to pick up silverware this campaign. Last season saw Storm miss out on victory by a last minute winner against Manchester Thunder to make the final score 4849, leaving them Superleague runners-up for the third time in four years.

This time, out Storm are confident that they can go one better. We spoke to returning Surrey Storm captain, and captain of the England national team, Pamela Cookey, on her expectations for the forthcoming campaign…

How is it to be back at Storm after a brief spell away?

I’m really excited to be back. There are some old faces and some new ones too, which is always good to see. The season doesn’t start until the end of January, but still, even now, we’re all looking in great shape.

Will this be the season Storm get their hands on the Superleague?

I’m confident we can get to the final and win it this time. There’s no doubt in my mind we’re good enough, so as long as we stay focused and on-point, then we can do it. Surrey did a really good job last season and were so close in the final. I hope I can help push them on to do one better this year!

You’ve captained England at all sorts of world stages, what’s that like?

It’s such an honour to represent your country, but to captain it is something else entirely. It’s a privilege. We have a superb set-up for the national team, which makes my job, as captain, a lot easier. It also adds that extra dynamic to my game. I’m not just going onto court and playing for myself, I’m leading my team, my country and that’s made me a better all-round player.

What’s it like to have Surrey Sports Park and its facilities at Storm?

The sports park is amazing. You’ve only a handful, really, at such a high standard around the country. You’ve got the sports hall that has three courts, you’ve got the gym upstairs, you’ve got everything. There are so many elite sports teams there with badminton, rugby, basketball etc. It’s a superb place to be and an incredible up-beat environment. The staff are amazing too, it’s great.

Surrey Storm’s campaign kicks off at home, on 26th January aginst Manchester Thunder.

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SPORTS NEWS SURREY HALF MARATHON: GET INVOLVED! January’s the time to register for the Race in March!

Come March the 15th nearly 6,000 will attempt to complete the flat 13.1 mile single-loop route that begins at Woking Leisure Centre: And we think you should be one of them! This is the biggest closed-road half marathon in Surrey, all in aid of affiliated charities including Woking Sam Beare, the WWF, Harrison’s Fund as well Shooting Star CHASE. All these Charity Partners are offering great support packages for everyone interested in fundraising for them as part of their involvement in the 2015 Surrey Half Marathon. So why not dust off those trainers and jump on board the run-bus? www.surreyhalfmarathon.co.uk

SURREY STORM VS MANCHESTER THUNDER 26th January at The Thunderdome, Manchester The Netball Super league continues into the new year with our home team travelling away to Manchester to see off Manchester Thunder. Why not follow them to support the Ladies?

Tickets are available from Sky Tickets and Manchester is a great city to visit.

Trains to the city cost around £23 (trainline.com) and from the station the ‘dome is a short hop.

Tickets available at Sky Tickets on 03333 009911

SURREY UNITED VS WILDCATS 7pm on the 10th January at Surrey Sports Park

SURREY SMASHERS SET TO SMASH TEAM DERBY

December the 7th, a day that will live in infamy. Possibly true for United as their away match at Newton Aycliffe as the final whistle saw a 101-57 defeat, but with a new year there’s new hope for a little payback. Tonight United face off against Durham on home turf and it’s set to be a scorcher. All they need now is some home grown support from you.

26th January at Surrey Sports Park

Tickets available at Surrey Sports Park, call 01483 689111

JUMP IN THE DEEP END Every Sunday evening in January at Guildford Spectrum Ever watched in wonder at the likes of Tom Daly or Alicia Blagg? Fancied having a go yourself? Well the Star Diving Club in Guildford is always looking for new members, from children to adults.

They run hour long adult lessons on a Sunday evening for all abilities including those just starting out. The sessions are relaxed and really fun so that everyone enjoys themselves and learns at their own speed. There are different beginner sessions during the week as well as more advanced classes.

Contact Membership Officer Jo Shaw at membership@stardiving.org

Well, when the Smashers play at home we get evenings like we saw against Loughborough back in December. And that excitement is bound to return.

The third match night of the 2014/15 National Badminton League (NBL) season was one of the most thrilling clashes ever as Surrey came back twice from a game down to defeat Loughborough with the final play of the evening. The team’s back in action tonight from 7:30pm.

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BUSINESS EVENTS JANUARY 2015

“FORE BUSINESS” AT BRAMLEY GOLF CLUB WHEN: Wednesday 21st January 2015 | 7.20am WHERE: Bramley Golf Club, COST: £10 Surrey Chambers members; £20 non-members Sometimes business is done best in the fresh air. That’s the thinking behind this great business network, who meet monthly to pass referrals and make new contacts, swap insights and experience, enjoy refreshments and, most importantly, play some golf.

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TO REGISTER VISIT: www.fore-business.com

“WINNING BUSINESS WITH EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATIONS” WITH MARK RHODES A SURREY CHAMBERS OF COMMERCE EVENT WHEN: Wednesday 21st January | 8am - 09:30am WHERE: RHS Garden Wisley, Woking COST: Member Rate: £20.00 +VAT / Non Member Rate: £30.00 +VAT Mark Rhodes is an Entrepreneur, Business Mentor, Published Author, International Speaker and Trainer in Success and shows both individuals and businesses around the world how to massively improve their results with little or no extra effort. In this fascinating talk Mark will show you how make winning new business easier than ever with effective communication. Included in the cost is a full English Breakfast and a signed copy of Mark’s book “How To Talk To Absolutely Anyone” FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TO REGISTER VISIT: www.surrey-chambers.co.uk

GUILDFORD BUSINESS OVER BREAKFAST (BOB CLUB) WHEN: Friday 23rd January | 6.45am WHERE: Holiday Inn, Egerton Road , Guildford , GU2 7XZ COST: £10.00 This successful business networking club in Guildford meets every two weeks on a Friday. For those who may have tried networking before and felt under pressure to refer each week, BoB Networking concentrate on quality referrals rather than quantity at their meetings. So give this lively group a try and learn about how Networking through BoB clubs can help both you and your business.

SURREY LANDLORD INVESTMENT SHOW WHEN: Thursday 29th January WHERE: H.G. Wells Conference & Events Centre, Church Street East, Woking After last year’s successful event, The Surrey Landlord Investment Show returns to the H.G. Wells Conference & Events Centre. This unmissable show is all about connecting landlords, investors, developers & property professionals with industry leaders and suppliers who can help with all aspects of buy-to-let. Register and attend the show to receive a maximum of 5 CPD points towards your landlord accreditation.

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NEW YEAR, NEW CAREER The beginning of another year arrives with huge potential for personal development and opportunities to progress in our lives. For many, the New Year offers the potential to improve relationships, take up new hobbies or dust off old ones and to reassess our values and what matters to us as we forge ahead into the next twelve months.

But perhaps the most significant goal many aspire to is finding a new career or progressing in their current one. If you’re unsatisfied in your current job or yearn for a more challenging or creative vocation, consider these tips as you seek more rewarding pastures in 2015.

STAY POSITIVE Anyone who’s experienced jobhunting before will remember what an exhausting and often dispiriting endeavour it can be. It is even becoming common for many companies to not inform applicants that they haven’t been successful and not to take it personally. However, maintaining a positive mental attitude is crucial when it comes to your own resolve and how employers perceive you. Believe in your skills and your worth and others will too. The process of job hunting, even if it ends up drawn out over some months, still provides valuable research and networking within the industry you want to enter or progress in.

BRUSH UP THOSE SKILLS A little patience can bear fruit, so maybe rather than knocking on doors and emailing CVs straight away, consider taking some time to obtain the skills in areas you feel you are lacking or that are required by the job you’re after. Almost anything can be studied at community colleges, correspondence courses or over the internet and you can never have too many skills.

PREPARING FOR INTERVIEWS There are great resources for dealing with interviews out there but common mistakes include dressing down, not planning an efficient journey to reach the interview and a lack of research about the company you’re applying to. Avoid those and focus on anticipating the key questions the interviewer may ask you: what your strengths and weaknesses are, what you bring to the job, what interests you about the company and position and what your previous experience and skills have to offer them. Be sure to include specific examples, they are not looking for what you would do – but what you have done.

It often impresses interviewers if you prepare a few questions of your own about the position.

BE PATIENT It almost always takes longer for the right job to emerge than you imagine when you’re standing at the gateway to a new year, one that’s carries your hopes and ambitions with it. But while fortune may favour the bold, it’s the patient who ultimately reap the rewards. Be realistic, be resilient and be thorough and 2015 may yet be the year that you find your dream job.

TUNE UP THAT CV Your curriculum vitae is your career biography, passport and shop front all in one. A good CV should be informative, but to the point. Make sure to highlight your primary responsibilities, key achievements and strengths in an easy to read bullet format. Don’t forget to include any transferable and key skills to help you stand apart from the herd. Also, a CV shouldn’t be a one-size-fits-all document, but rather one that you tailor specifically to every job you apply for.

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Best in BUSINESS Name: PJ Farr Company: IT Solutions Business sector: Food & Drink Company: Countrywide Telecoms Based in: Woking Website: www.countrywidetelecoms.co.uk

Describe your business in no more than a dozen words?

Independent communications provider of IT/broadband solutions primarily to the construction industry.

Name: Beth Michael Profession: Personal Trainer Company: Shapesmith Based in: Guildford Website: www.shapesmith.co.uk

Why did you decide to start working in your sector?

While I was in the British Army, I was often posted to remote locations and, in an age where the internet is so fundamental to day-to-day life, it got me thinking about how businesses survive in areas where broadband is not available. When I left the army, I developed Office in a Box, it provides super-fast broadband to 90% of the UK in under 10 days – it’s tailor made for the construction industry who usually start on site with no facilities in place. Now they can have an office set up virtually immediately – essential for ordering supplies and liaising with all their agents, suppliers, architects, planners etc.

I now visit large business to explain the benefits of employing ex-forces personnel.

To date, what has been your greatest success?

Apart from actually getting our business off the ground it’s been winning the contracts with some of the biggest house builders in the UK such as Barratt and Linden Homes as well as some of the smaller developers such as Burton Homes.

What motivates you?

Growing the business and showing people that, with the right mind-set, you can take your business as far as you want.

Tell us about your project to help members of the armed forces set What do you do to relax? up in business.

After being made Business Ambassador for Guildford, I decided that I would like to help other ex-forces personnel, who were in the same boat as me.

Ha ha, this is a hard one to answer. I don’t think any business owner can truly relax but I enjoy going to the gym and riding my motorbike.

Describe your business in no more than a dozen words?

To date, what has been your greatest success?

Personal Trainers that deliver real fitness and nutrition expertise to transform health.

My greatest success has been building a thriving exciting business which I love on just word of mouth. My business is growing bigger and stronger every day.

Why did you decide to start working in your sector?

I have always enjoyed sports and been interested in nutrition. I wanted a career that encompassed these passions and became a personal trainer 4 years ago.

What has been your greatest challenge?

My greatest challenge was leaving my friends and family in Cornwall to start a personal training business in Guildford from scratch. All I left Cornwall with was passion and motivation to help others become what they thought was impossible.

What key skills do you have that have been key to your success so far?

Determination: to train at a high level you need to be determined and focused on your aims.

Enthusiasm: I love what I do and I love helping people become fitter and healthier.

Empathy: I work hard to ensure my clients never feel that they can’t tell me how they’re feeling, once I know I can make changes to the programme to get

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Best in BUSINESS their motivation levels up.

It’s a journey and I know how hard it can be.

Technical knowledge: You need to have a very good knowledge of physiology and body mechanics. I am always updating my skills, researching new exercises and bringing the latest

research based practices into my work.

What motivates you?

I love seeing my clients grow in confidence and get fitter, stronger and healthier. I work with people of all shapes, sizes and ages and with differing objectives. Helping them achieve their aims is

Name: Ajith Jayawickrema Company name: Turtle Bay Business sector: Food and Drink Website: www.turtlebay.co.uk

hugely rewarding and I feel privileged to be part of their journey.

What do you do to relax?

To relax I like to work out, cook for my friends and sleep. I start at 5am 6 mornings a week so early nights are a big thing for me.

that stuff. I loved the food and the culture and I thought I could do a good job bringing the food to the high street. I set up Turtle Bay four years ago to do just that. I like doing things other people don’t do and I feel very lucky to be able to do so.

Why has the brand been so successful?

It’s a number of things. It’s fresh food and demystifying where that food comes from.

The second thing is that the Caribbean is a great source of inspiration. Think music, sports, rum, style, hot sun: it ticks a lot of boxes for such a small set of islands. In that sense it’s the perfect source of inspiration for the high street.

How did you start out in the restaurant business?

Why choose Guildford for your next restaurant?

Well basically I did an economics MBA degree and worked in the city for some time, then in the early nineties I got made redundant and so I started Las Iguanas (Latin American restaurant) with a £10,000 loan from my university bank manager. So restaurants have been my background for the last twenty years or so, I guess.

I’d been looking to open a restaurant here for almost six years. We have friends in Guildford and we come here quite a lot. Finding a restaurant space was quite difficult – it’s a thriving town but there’s a lack of supply [of premises]. But the old Slug and Lettuce space became available and we thought we’d have a go at it.

How did you come to set up Turtle Bay? I used to go to the Caribbean a lot, to visit family and go to the festivals and eat in Brixton; all

What lessons have you learnt since opening your first restaurant?

I think knowing what you want

to achieve is the hardest thing. There’s no science to it; there’s probably art and intuition to it. Knowing what the experience you want your customer to leave with is the hardest thing. It’s quite easy to open a restaurant but the most important thing is to understand your customers.

So what are the qualities that are vital for a restaurateur?

You’ve got to have a boundless amount of energy and be available all of the time. You should never think of it as work; you should think of it as something you love doing. You’ve got to be disciplined and be able to motivate and get the best out of people. It’s the people that make a restaurant what it is, ultimately.

Finally, what does Turtle Bay bring to Guildford?

There are quite a few independent restaurants and a few branded restaurants, but we bring something different. A place where you can go where the drink is good and the food is good. We’re spicy and we’re exciting and we’re designed for people who don’t feel like clubbing but just want to combine good food and drink together however they want to.

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Best in BUSINESS person who says he doesn’t make mistakes is the one who doesn’t make decisions - or they’re a liar.

Although you left Dragon’s Den in 2013 do you still keep in touch with the other Dragons?

I keep in touch with all of them.

We all had dinner a couple of weeks ago. I spoke to Duncan (Bannatyne) on twitter this morning. I own Red Letter Days with Peter (Jones) so we have regular business meetings.

Do you miss the programme?

Name: Theo Paphitis Profession: Entrepreneur Company: Retail Empire - Robert Dyas, Ryman’s Stationer’s

Boux Avenue and Red Letter Days among others

Website: www.theopaphitis.com

Boux Avenue is your latest business venture and the third (after La Senza, Contessa) lingerie company you’ve launched. What tempted you to invest in this sector again?

All of my businesses are specialist retail businesses.

We know this sector really well and we sold La Senza in 2006 – a long time ago.

But we’d had the lingerie experience and we asked ourselves if we could design the ultimate lingerie shop, what would it look like? We thought let’s go for it, it’s either going to be a quick failure or a good, long success.

Kingston is store 25 (in the UK, with 10 overseas). It’s just really taken off.

How does Boux Avenue stand out in such a competitive market?

All shop keeping is competition, it always has been. But for us, we know this sector and this is a service that’s all about the customer – where the changing rooms have three different light settings, the concierge service, the wrapping. We’ve created a luxurious, grand, opulent service that’s affordable, in a sector that’s very personal. It’s all about the experience.

What has been the most useful mistake you’ve made in your career?

Ah, I’ve made loads of mistakes. I continue to make mistakes except I get more right than wrong. The

I did in the beginning when they started filming and they were winding me up on twitter about not being there, but I got over that. After eight years it was time to move on. I launched Boux, bought Robert Dyas and some other businesses and there’s only so much time in the day. I needed that year off to get my businesses back and continue expanding.

You’re a vocal champion of small businesses (Small Business Sunday, SMARTA). Is the Coalition Government doing enough to support independent entrepreneurs and SMEs? Well successive governments realise the importance of small businesses but there’s only so much they can do. I’m a realist.

We have to do it for ourselves as well. To be in business you have to be a self-starter. So it’s not all about government; all they can do is put the correct environment in place. It’s how we help ourselves.

What do you enjoy most about living in Surrey?

It’s marvellous, especially where I live. I live in the countryside and I’m a stone’s throw from London; I’ve got the best of both worlds and I can’t think of a better place to live.

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Not in College or at Work?

If you’re aged between 16 and 18 and not in education or work this January, Guildford College and Merrist Wood have a way to get you back on your feet…

Let’s not beat around the bush – the world that our parents lived in, where qualifications were a bonus rather than a necessity, is all but gone. Some people will be lucky enough to know a contact who can help them get a job, or will perhaps be able to carry on the family business; but for the ma jority looking for a good career, certificates are key.

This is where Guildford and Merrist Wood Colleges come in. If things haven’t worked out the way you hoped - maybe the College or course you originally chose wasn’t for you, or you haven’t been able to find the perfect job - then don’t worry! For these excellent educational centres are offering you 16 to 18 year olds a second chance to kick-start your career.

Guildford College is the largest further and higher education college in the area; there are approximately 10,000 students and hundreds of qualifications on offer. They have the following courses starting in January 2015 to help get your life back on track:

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All of the below are still available to start right away should you want to carry on where you left off, or start to carve yourselves a new path.

If you’re more agriculturally inclined, then Merrist Wood is for you. Located away from Guildford town in 400-acres of Worplesdon farmland, this is the perfect place for those of you interested in land-based industries.

In January Merrist Wood still has courses in Landscaping, which covers the basic principles of hard landscape construction including fencing, paving and brickwork.

So it’s reassuring to know that, should you find yourself with way too much free time, there’s still plenty of options for you!

Find out more by visiting Guildford College’s website at www.guildford.ac.uk or call 01483 448500.

Merrist Wood can be found at www.merristwood.ac.uk or 01483 884000.

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