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A HAPPY NEW YEAR TO ONE AND ALL!

AFTER THE FLOODS

THE GUIDE 2 YOUR MONTH

MOOD FOOD: BEAT THE WINTER

COFFEE CULTURE

UPCYCLE

NOTHING BUT NETBALL

MEET THE MARKET

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.

DID YOU

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! Mr D’Arcy

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’ 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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Young People’s Civic Awards Scheme 2015 Nominations are now being welcomed for the 2015 Young People’s Civic Awards Scheme, which aims to promote and reward community spirit in young people aged up to 18 years of age… We at TG Headquarters know all about the amazing people that live in our community – but there are young people out there who deserve more recognition. Woking Borough Council have therefore launched the search for under 18s with the eXceptional Factor, looking for young people who have achieved exceptional success.

Triumph Over Adversity - this includes endurance and bravery, such as overcoming disability or helping a parent or family member with a disability. Outstanding Achievement - this covers excellence in many fields - sport, music, drama, the visual arts - particularly in less academic subjects that are not normally recognised or rewarded in other ways.

Nominees are being sought in the following three categories:

The scheme is open to all young people under 18 who live or attend school or college in Woking Borough. So if you know someone with the eXceptional Factor, get them recognised!

Outstanding Contribution to the Community - this includes work in areas such as helping older or disabled people, working with children and fundraising for good causes or voluntary organisations.

The deadline for nominations is Friday 23 January 2015. Application forms are available by calling 01483 743053 or emailing julie.northcote@woking.gov.uk. More information can be found at www.woking.gov.uk/community/civic/cas.

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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.

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

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.

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

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

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.

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?

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

When was the sum insured last assessed? It may no longer be sufficient.

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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 New Year’s Day Gathering at Brooklands Thursday 1st January / Weybridge With more classic, modern, vintage, super cars, motorcycles and commercial vehicles than you can shake a gear stick at; this glorious gathering makes a great start to the New Year for all ages. There’ll also be BBQ and the chance to enjoy all the other attractions that Brooklands has to offer. Tickets £11.50 adults; £10 seniors and students; £6 children 5-16 6; free for under 5s. Available from www.brooklandsmuseum.com

Aladdin at New Victoria Theatre Until 10th January / New Victoria Theatre, Woking It’s behind you! Oh no it isn’t, because in case panto passed you by this Christmas then you’ve still got the chance to catch one of this season’s best pantomimes at the New Victoria Theatre, Woking. This rollicking production of Aladdin features the king of kid’s TV Justin Fletcher, a fantastic supporting cast and tonnes of great songs and comedy for the whole family. Tickets from £13.90, available from www.atgtickets.com and 0844 8717645

Edward Scissorhands Saturday’s Got Soul Saturday 3rd January / 9pm - 12am / The Hand and Spear, Weybridge Pick up the party once more and get down to a ‘chronological history of soul’, thanks to the Hand & Spear’s DJ collective, taking you on a journey through four decades of the very best 80’s Soul, funk, jazz, classic disco and rare groove. Free Entry. www.handandspear.co.uk

Monday’s After Work Open Mic Monday 5th January and every Monday The Phoenix Centre, 27 Goldsworth Road, Woking Mondays can be glum affairs and those in January really take the prize. So you could do far worse than sink into the bohemian vibes of the Phoenix Cultural Centre, where every Monday night sees a happy gathering of local singers, songwriters, musicians, poets and writers hang out, perform and take the pressure off. And you can totally join in. www.phoenixculturalcentre.org.uk

Quiz Night at the Cricketers Tuesday 13th January / The Cricketers Pub, Horsell Still lagging after the New Year? Give your grey matter a work out tonight with the Cricketer’s challenging but fun quiz. Entrance is just £1 per person and there is a cash prize up for grabs! All proceeds go to Woking & Sam Beare Hospices. More info at www.baronspubs.com/cricketers

Tuesday 13th – Saturday 17th January / New Victoria Theatre, Woking Tim Burton’s modern fairy-tale given chorographer Matthew Bourne’s magic touch, this is the revival of the award-winning dance production of Edward Scissorhands, complete with Danny Elfman’s original score. Experience this bittersweet tale of a boy left alone and unfinished in a strange new world in a whole new way. Tickets from £16.90 available from the Box Office at www.atgtickets.com

From Fields to Factories Thursday 15th January / 1pm – 2pm The Lightbox, Woking A fascinating slice of WWI history as Guest Curator Dr Gill Clarke will utilise paintings, posters and photographs to explore women’s work on the Home Front during the Great War. The talk will highlight involvement of women in organisations such as the Women’s Land Army, together with those who worked in Munitions to show the important role that women played in the battle for production. Advance booking required. Tickets start at £3.00, available from www.thelightbox.org.uk

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YOUR MONTH Woking Festival of Dance

Antique & Collector’s Fair

Saturday 17th - Saturday 31st January / Rhoda McGaw Theatre, Woking

Sunday 18th January / 9.30am - 4pm / Ripley Village Hall

Established in 1997, the Woking Festival of Dance has become a highlight of Woking’s cultural calendar and this year looks set to be biggest ever. Dance schools from far and wide will flock to the Rhoda McGaw Theatre for a packed programme featuring classical ballet, modern and stylised ballet, Greek, contemporary, modern, lyrical, tap and song and dance. For more information visit

With the horrors of Black Friday and Cyber Monday behind us, why not return to a more genteel form of retail therapy at Ripley Village? This regular fair has been running for over 30 years and offers a great range of antiques and collectibles alongside refreshments and an all-round friendly atmosphere.

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Soirée Française Tuesday 27th January and every last Tuesday / Cellar Magneval, Woking We can’t think of a better way to learn French. Whether you’re a beginner or fluent, this is a meeting of like-minded, friendly Francophiles in the lovely surrounds of Cellar Magneval, one of Woking’s favourite wine bars. Meet new people, enjoy great wine and practice your patois. Cul sec! www.cellarmagneval.com

Butterflies in the Glass House Saturday 17th January – Sunday 8th March RHS Wisley The jungle comes to life this month as hundreds of exquisite butterflies take over the tropical paradise that is RHS Wisley’s Glass House. Get up close with the butterflies as well as taking part in butterfly photography and indulging in Taste of Wisley’s butterfly-themed treats, all while learning about these fascinating creatures. Normal garden admission costs apply. Visit www.rhs.org.uk for more information.

Woking FC take on Bristol Rovers Saturday 17th January / 3pm / Kingfield Stadium, Woking Two giants of the Conference, the Cardinals and the Gas, face off at Kingfield Stadium for an unmissable afternoon of football. www.dancewoking.com

Join Team Panda at the Living Planet Centre Saturday 31 January / 1pm - 5pm / The Living Planet Centre, Woking Join WWF to help get your New Year’s fitness resolutions off the ground and help save the planet. On 31st January you can visit the Living Planet Centre to find out all about what the year has in store for Team Panda, which means all kinds of events you can join to run, walk, swim and cycle in support of the WWF’s conservation work. Meet the team and special guests and explore the magnificent Living Planet Centre. Free admission. For more information visit wwf.org.uk/events

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THE HORSE AT WAR From now until the 1st of March, The Lightbox Gallery in Woking will be continuing their commemoration of the centenary of the outbreak of the First World War with a stunning exhibition ‘The Horse at War: 1914 – 1918’ The exhibition will delve into the pivotal role of horses during the conflict. The exhibition will also feature “Joey”, the original horse puppet from the National Theatre’s stage adaptation by Nick Stafford of Michael Morpurgo’s novel War Horse Other highlights of the exhibition include a breath-taking 24 metre panoramic by Rae Smith titled The War Horse Panorama as well as some of the finest examples of work by First World War artists. The Lightbox is open from Tuesday to Saturday at 10.30am until 5pm and on Sundays from 11am until 5pm. Visit www.thelightbox.org.uk for more information or you can call the gallery 01483 737800.

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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. For the real deal, head over to Pinnock’s Coffee House, High St, Woking, Surrey GU23 6AF. Tel: 01483 222419 | www.pinnockscoffeehouse.com

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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 Café Class 14 The Broadway Woking www.cafe-class.co.uk

Taylor’s Coffee House Market Walk Woking www.taylorscoffee.co.uk

Nest Home & Cafe Ripley www.nest-home.com

FOOD & DRINK

JANUARY 2015

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

THE PERFECT SUNDAY AT THE HAND & SPEAR Sunday 4th January and every Sunday | served until 4pm | The Hand and Spear, Weybridge In these colder months, a great Sunday Roast is never more needed to warm us up and raise our spirits. At the Hand and Spear, Head Chef Karl Byron has carefully crafted arguably one of the finest Sunday Roast’s around, including 12 hour slow roasted 28 day dry aged Surrey raised rump of beef, Dingley dell pork belly with Bramley apple sauce and crackling & Slow cooked Dorset lamb saddle. Sounds like a perfect Sunday to us.

FLIGHTS OF FANCY TEAS AT RHS WISLEY Sat 17th January – Sunday 8th March To celebrate the spectacular Butterflies in the Glasshouse exhibit, Taste of Wisley bakers will be whipping up butterfly themed cupcakes and cookies inspired by the winged wonders. The perfect way to round off your visit to the Glasshouse.

Sunday 25th January | 10am to 1.30pm | Central Car Park

Wishing all our Customers a Happy New Year

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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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01403 888060 | sales@carvedwallart.com | www.carvedwallart.com Showroom: Guildford Road, Bucks Green, Rudgwick, West Sussex RH12 3JJ (Located between Cranleigh and Horsham). Free onsite parking.

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YOUR STREET EAT & DRINK...

Pinnock’s Coffee House

Tel: 01483 222419 | www.pinnockscoffeehouse.com The people at Pinnock’s love their coffee; proper coffee. With a variety of beans available, differing in strength and taste, Pinnock’s will then prepare your coffee using their Pourover drip method, ensuring a final taste that is so smooth and so tasty. A must visit for coffee connoisseurs!

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Nest Home & Café

Tel: 01483 211111 | www.nest-home.com

A lifestyle destination with a difference, piled high with carefullysourced antiques and gifts from the corners of the globe; chosen for their style, character and uniqueness. As well as the wonderful array of gifts and home-ware available, Nest serve a wonderful cup of coffee, complemented by a fine selection of cakes.

The Half Moon

Nest Home and Cafe

Tel: 01483 224380 | www.thehalfmoonripley.co.uk Firmly rooted on Ripley’s High Street, the Half Moon offers travellers and locals respite and sustenance from a busy day’s shopping. Traditional Sunday Roasts are not to be missed and throughout the week you can expect a great selection of home-made pizzas. The Half Moon

The Anchor

Tel: 01483 211866 | www.ripleyanchor.co.uk

One of the most historic sites on Ripley High Street, The Anchor was recently acquired by the owners of the Michelin starred Drake’s Restaurant over the road. Expect amazingly good, simple, yet superior pub food.

The Bakery

Tel: 01483 224332 | www.thebakeryshop.co.uk One of the few craft bakeries remaining in Surrey; what’s not to love about The Bakery? Offering customers a range of specialty breads, cakes and pastries; The Bakery makes an ideal pit-stop for some breakfast or indeed, on the journey home from your daily excursions.

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UNWIND...

VII Beauty

Tel: 01483 212707 | www.sevenbeauty.co.uk

Looking for complete rejuvenation this January? Seven Beauty is a luxurious boutique style salon just off the high street offering a variety of beauty treatments to make you look and feel great. VII Beau ty

Broadway Barns

Tel: 01483 223200 | www.broadwaybarn.com

Broadway Barns

Broadway Barn B&B and Self-Catering properties are 4- and 5-Star Gold historic homes with luxury touches such as Egyptian cotton bedding, dressing gowns, slippers, toiletries, homemade shortbread and free Wi-Fi. Prepare for a perfect night’s sleep.

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Ripley High Street LOVE YOUR HOME

Jo Downs

Tel: 01483 225742| www.jodowns.com Jo Downs creates amazing hand-made glassware and ornaments for the home. Her gallery in Ripley is the first of its kind outside of her inspirational home-county of Cornwall and is a ‘must visit’ destination for those of you wishing to add something unique to your humble abode.

Richardson’s Florist Tel: 01483 225322 | www.richardsons-florist.co.uk Richardson’s provide a bounty of floral bouquets from their shop on the High Street. They also have an excellent online ordering system, ensuring that there is never an excuse not to send flowers. Richardson Florist

All Fired Up Tel: 01483 225800 | www.fireplaces-surrey.com

A family owned business with over 13 years’ experience in the fires and fireplace industry. A selection of gas fires, electric fires, solid fuel fires and wood burners available and from design to installation, the team at All Fired Up will ensure your home is a happy, heated one! All Fi red Up

The Ripley Carpet Company Tel: 01483 223173 | www.theripleycarpetcompany.co.uk Selling and fitting an extensive variety of carpets, wood flooring and vinyl, this independent and family run business have over 50 years of experience in ensuring that your flooring is without flaws. The Ripley Carpet Company

Terra Cotta Independent Estate Agents

Tel: 01483 320340 | www.terracotta.co.uk

Established in 1998, this independent estate agent opened its doors to the residents of Ripley in March of 2014. Priding themselves on exceptional services beyond their clients expectations, Terra Cotta specialise in residential sales and lettings.

SENSIBLE PLANNING...

Smith Pearman Chartered Accountants

Tel: 01483 225457 | www.smithpearman.com Smith Pearman Chartered Accountants

This experienced firm of chartered accountants have one common purpose; the provision of cost effective professional services to their clients. As well as helping out with the standard accounting and tax obligations, the firm are also on hand to assist in the growth and development of your company. As well as business support the team are also available for personal accounting.

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The Ripley Carpet Company

Over 50 years experience 186A High Street, Ripley, Guildford, GU23 6BB 01483 223 173

01483 225800

ripleycarpets@hotmail.co.uk Open Monday - Saturday 9am - 4.30pm

www.fireplaces-surrey.com Duncan House, High Street, Ripley, GU23 6AY

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Hurst House High Street Ripley Surrey GU23 6AY general@smithpearman.com www.smithpearman.com

EXPATRIATE SERVICES • HOMES ABROAD

01483 225457

FOR EXPERTISE IN ALL MATTERS FINANCIAL PAYROLL • PERSONAL TAX

AUDIT & ACCOUNTING • CORPORATE TAX

VII Seven Beauty Salon Hampton House, High Street, Ripley, Surrey GU23 6AZ info@sevenbeauty.co.uk | www.sevenbeauty.co.uk

The Half Moon Free House

Good Food, Real Ales & Accomodation High Street, Ripley, Surrey GU23 6AN 01483 224380 info@thehalfmoonripley.co.uk www.thehalfmoonripley.co.uk

Richardsons High Street, Ripley, Surrey GU23 6AZ

01483 225322

shop@richardsonsflorist.co.uk

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www.ripleyanchor.co.uk 01483 211866

SALES

LETTINGS

Fairmile House, High St, Ripley GU23 6AN Tel: 01483 320340

sales@terracotta.co.uk

lettings@terracotta.co.uk

high street, ripley www.jodowns.com

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Upcycle

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? Soft Furnishing: Curtains, Blinds and Home Textiles Where? Woking Adult Learning Centre When? 15th January – 26th March (10 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? Furniture Restoration and French Polishing Workshop Where? Woking Adult Learning Centre When? 14th March 2015

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. Cellar Magneval, Church Path Found on Church path in Woking, this fantastic little wine bar is furnished and designed with upcycling in mind. Owner Jo often travels to small corners of France to find some absolute gems of furniture that she can bring back to Blighty. The feel and look of this place is more than enough to inspire your own upcycling journey (and the wine is pretty tasty too!). www.cellarmagneval.com

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 for a second glance when we first encountered these wonderful antique chairs updated in the most vibrant of patterns and fabrics. Stunning. www.theantiquechaircompany.co.uk

The interior of Cellar Magneval a treasure trove of upcycled gems

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See you on the start line in Woking! • • • • •

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Paddle boarding • Assault course • Rock climbing • Canoeing Zip wires • Dance • Cycling • Cooking lessons and demos …to list a few of the many activities taking place over the weekend!

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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. What’s more, 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

WOKING FC VS BRISTOL ROVERS Saturday 17th January, Kick-off at 3pm

BEGINNERS TAI CHI IN WOKING Thursday 15th, 22nd, and 29th January from 12:45pm at Woking United Reformed Church

With the New Year now upon us you may be looking for something new to try out, something that’s therapeutic as well as gentle. The ancient Chinese art of Tai Chi is a great way to keep healthy and meet like-minded people. Woking Tai Chi For Health meets on Thursdays and their beginner’s class costs just £5 for a trial session. Not only that, they’re just 4 minutes’ walk from Woking Station. Contact John on 01483 760641

We all remember last September when the lads suffered defeat at Memorial Stadium against the Bristol Rovers. Arguably the worst possible start, the team conceded a goal in the third minute of play thanks to Cunnington’s volley. But all that’s in the past today as the match is at home and it’s time for a little retribution; behold Nemesis Rovers! A great match awaits so get down to Kingfield to support the guys. Tickets £15 for adults and just £3 for under16s. Call 01483 772470

THE PYRFORD SADDLE CLUB WOKING DOLPHINS SWIMMING CLUB Friday Evenings from 7:30pm until 8:30pm A great swimming club, Woking Dolphins provide sheltered swimming sessions for anyone who can’t cope with an open public swimming session, specifically those who are disabled, senior citizens and even expectant mothers. The club meet at Woking Pool in the Park on Friday evenings. Don’t miss out! Contact Sue Kirby on 01932 351 573

Manor Crescent, Byfleet

Ever considered horse riding as a new hobby? Maybe you want to dust off the jodhpurs and get back in the saddle. Well, we have a great organisation for people who enjoy horse riding, the Saddle Club. Along with classes in all sorts of riding disciplines they also run two open shows a year on Pyrford Common. They are also keen to welcome new members, both riders and non-riders and offer single as well as family membership rates. Contact the Club via email at pyrfordsaddleclub@yahoo.co.uk

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JANUARY 2015

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.

More information can be found at

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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. Visit surreystormnetball.co.uk for tickets.

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JANUARY 2015

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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TICKETS ARE ON SALE NOW VIA www.gofest.co.uk

*The organisers reserve the right to change the content of the festival at short notice

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GOFEST... 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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otumble Professional coaching in Rugby Union & Rugby League Rugby target boards Scrum machines Goal kicking posts Tag rugby tournaments

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

Age group swimming Aqua aerobics Aquathlon Diving for kids Kayaking/Canoeing Paddle-boarding Scuba diving Swimming Synchronised swimming Aqua Zumba

Fit to dance Adult Hip-Hop Box fit Yoga Street dance Capoeira Line dancing Cheerleading Beginners salsa Beyonce workout Dance machines Tap

Golf simulator Air hockey Half pipe Arcade games Table football Pool tables Football freestyler Football shoot out Table tennis

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gotumble Crèche Soft play area Dressed characters/ Mascots Entertainers; magician, Juggler, Superhero & cartoon Character walkabouts Bouncy castles Ball Pool Toddler Sports

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Vines of Guildford

The Ultimate Driving Machine

UNMISTAKABLE. THE NEW BMW X6.

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. Call us on 01483 207000 or visit vinesofguildfordbmw.co.uk

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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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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. FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TO REGISTER VISIT: www.landlordinvestmentshow.co.uk

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

PJ Farr served in the Prince of Wales Royal Regiment for 4.5 years and went on to found Countrywide Telecoms, developing the ground-breaking Office in a Box in the process. He now employs a number of ex-military personnel, and has achieved contracts with some of the country’s top house builders. Describe your business in no more than a dozen words? Independent communications provider of IT/broadband solutions primarily to the construction industry.

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.

Tell us about your project to help members of the armed forces set up in business.

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

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. I now visit large business to explain the benefits of employing exforces personnel.

Determination - and the ability to pick yourself up when you’re having a bad day. Courage; discipline; respect; integrity; loyalty; selfless commitment. I have also found that we have broken the mould when dealing with customers. We don’t believe in B2B but ‘human to human’ (H2H) personal contact and we follow a strict set of core values that were imprinted on me when I was in the Army.

What has been your greatest challenge? Managing growth has been the biggest challenge – demand for the product has really grown!

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.

What do you do to relax? 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.

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Having survived their first full-on Christmas at Woking’s new Market Walk, we spoke to some of the traders about their experiences since the market opened last September...

Simon Downer

- Chelsea Flower Shop “It’s been really positive. We’re in a good spot because we’re up the end near the car park. Sunday’s have been a little bit of a disappointment – I thought it’d be like Guildford with ‘two Saturdays’. But I think we are probably the most visible florist in Woking now.

“In December, we had extra stalls for Christmas wreaths and table arrangements. And we expect to be really busy. We’ve got storage rooms and chillers here that we couldn’t have had at the old market. The storage we’ve got serves our Guildford shops too. I call this an ‘up-market’.”

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- P & P Fruits

“The first month has been good. It’s been a lot of hard work but we’re getting there; things are becoming easier each week. We’ve got less space than before, but the fridges we have upstairs are better than we had at the old market. But the feedback from customers has been really good, from both regulars and new customers. There’s not enough shelter at this end, though. With the wind and rain, our produce can get soaked still. They say they’re going to improve it though.”

Zain

Intercontinental Foods “It’s not too bad so far. It’s better but the rent is quite a lot more than we paid at the old market. It’s too early to assess yet.”

Gina and Chloe

- Taylor’s Coffee House

“As a location it’s been perfect, but they need to promote all of it more. The owner (Adam Taylor) is really happy; Saturdays are really good and the middle of the week is okay. It’s a really good thing for Woking though. It took a while but they’ve done it up well.”

Nicky

- Gather Good

“It’s been okay. This is a brand new venture for me but a lot of people are really pleased to see a wool shop here. It’s been good for Woking, judging by what people have said. You’ve heard the odd person say, ‘what a waste of money’, but generally speaking people have been really impressed with the new market. “The other traders here have been really kind and friendly too. I had a difficult day the other day and one of them brought me a Danish pastry to cheer me up. Which was lovely!”

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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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